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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1898
Page
2
The Athena paper comments on Spanish claims about the Maine disaster, noting contradictions and calls for justice. It reflects on April’s historical significance for U S wars and previews physician theories on late suppers and nutrition. It also mentions veteran pension reforms and national wealth reports. The piece cites Spain, Cuba, and U S Congress as backdrop.
Before daily sessions, a silver box-shaped tray sits on the speaker’s desk containing three small bottles of red ink black ink and drying sand. After adjournment it returns to the speaker’s room. The tray, part of the speaker’s furniture, recalls Henry Clay who used it when he occupied the chair.
A St. Louis physician and old bachelor advocates ending the use of long infant dresses. He argues babies need ample leg room to kick for proper development and asserts restricting dress violates republican principles and a citizen’s rights.
James A. Garfield argued that war is answered not by words but swords and that true cost appears in taxes and expenditures. He said battles end but the dead and financial burden linger, showing war’s power most clearly in national finances.
The article suggests bribery accusations against Li Hung Chang in Russia interest. It notes investigations could lead to his downfall. It also reports Deputy Assistant Treasurer Muhleman in New York claims Cuba’s debt totals 289 million dollars.
Chauncey Depew steps down as president of the New York Central railway and becomes chairman of the board of directors for all Vanderbilt railroads, gaining leadership across the Vanderbilt system.
Citizens of Athena push for street and public lighting as the town advances toward electrification. Officials and residents express support for installing electric lights to improve safety and commerce.
Eminent New York chemist T A Slocum offers three free bottles of his New Scientific Treatment for consumption and bronchial diseases. Readers write to 98 Pine Street New York with return address to receive trials. Cites letters of gratitude and claimed worldwide cures to prompt action.
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