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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1926
Page
4
Walla Walla Name Praised For Its Distinctive Native Origin
The Spokesman-Review quotes the Morning Union praising Walla Walla for a melodious unique name. It argues indigenous names suit places better than imitative aliases and notes Spokane and other towns that chose native terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walla Walla
Manhattan
New York
Boston
Massasoit
Portland
Oregon
Multnomah
Spokane
Seattle
Snohomish
Tacoma
Spokesman-Review
Automobile deaths and injuries go unmarked in 1925 toll
The piece argues that if twenty five thousand soldiers had been killed in a year there would be widespread mourning and government action, yet twenty five thousand people and seven hundred thousand others injured by automobiles in 1925 received little public grief or response, highlighting a need for greater road safety and careful vehicle use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Tax offset rules in Oregon income bill discussed
The article notes an Oregon tax offset proviso for property tax paid within the year and outlines the Tax Commission’s duty to set secure rules. It cites recent enforcement of potato grading laws, urging compliance to avoid prosecutions and fines. It comments on the petroleum industry’s research push and broad industry connections to most readers. It also touches on Western onion production trends and corporate year end balance practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Service League
Oregon
Tax Commission
Spence
United States Government Reports Record Year Surplus
Rejoicing among shareholders as the United States Government, the largest corporation of all, announces a spectacular year with a surplus of 377 million dollars signaling strong fiscal health and broad investor optimism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Whitman College Graduate Nard Jones Gaining Writing Fame
Whitman college graduate Nard Jones of Weston is recognized as a versatile writer of verse and short stories, cropping up in magazines with remarkable frequency. His work is popular and friends celebrate his success. In British Columbia women win a beer parlor concession despite male objections to female drinking in resorts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nard Jones
Weston Boy
Whitman College
British Columbia
Northwest theatre chain sale shocks region
A group sold thirty eight movie theatres in the Northwest including top properties in Portland for five million dollars. The deal signals a challenging market for theatre sales and consolidation in regional cinema.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Portland
Lake Okanogan Sees Unusually Large Sea Monsters
Reports from Lake Okanogan in Canada describe sighting of unusually large sea monsters, a phenomenon not previously recorded. Locals compare the creatures to familiar dangers and speculate on their origin, while authorities urge caution and further observation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Okanogan
Canada
Grocer in Metaline Falls Faces Robber on Bank Steps
In Metaline Falls Washington a grocery store owner confronted a robber on bank steps resulting in the robber being killed. Police are investigating the fatal confrontation and reviewing security footage and witness statements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metaline Falls
Washington
Automobile Vandals Strike Across Country Menace
A Sunday crash between Athena and Pendleton injured two occupants who were treated in Athena. A wrecking car towed the damaged vehicle, and within an hour thieves removed tires tools spotlight and other removable parts from the vehicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athena
Pendleton
Portland couple visits Athena with former school principal
Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Jarvis of Portland visit Athena, with Jarvis a popular former principal of Athena school from thirty years ago. They are joined by Mr. and Mrs. James W. Maloney of Peneton Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athena
D. W. Jarvis
Portland
Funeral for William Anderson Held in Milton
William Anderson died Monday in Milton. His funeral drew friends from across Umatilla county, including residents from Athena such as Mr. and Mrs. F. E. A. Dudley, Mrs. Minnie Willaby, Mrs. Minnie DePeatt, Mr. and Mrs. John Walker, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Potts, Mr. and Mrs. William Potts, Mrs. H. M. Saulsberry, and Mrs. A. B. McEwen and Miss Lizzie McKenzie of Portland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Anderson
Milton
Umatilla County
Athena
FE. A. Dudley
Minnie Willaby
Minnie DePeatt
John Walker
Ed Potts
William Potts
H. M. Saulsberry
A. B. McEwen
Lizzie McKenzie
Portland
Rovers Family Vacation at Bingham Springs
C Rovers and his sons Emery and Kenneth travel to Bingham Springs this week with Stafford Hansell. Marion Hansell drove them Tuesday and secured a comfortable cabin. The boys enjoy fishing and swimming while Chancewell rests mornings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kh. C. Rovers
Bingham Springs
Emery
Kenneth
Stafford Hansell
Marion Hansell
Chance
Notice to Creditors and Final Hearing in Oregon Estate
Notice to creditors in the estate of Augusta Betz deceased seeks claims to be filed within six months with B. B. Richards in Athena Oregon. Also notices a final hearing for the estate of Henry S. Garfield with Melicita Frances Garfield executrix on August 28 1926 at 10:00 AM in Pendleton Oregon. Attorneys listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Umatilla
Augusta Betz
B. B. Richards
Athena
Ane
Adm
Henry S. Garfield
State of
Pendleton
Melicita Frances Garfield
Raley, Raley & Steiner
H. J. Warner
Executrix
Athena Ladies Visit Walla Walla For Day Of Bridge
A group from Athena traveled to Walla Walla on Tuesday to Mrs. Otis Whiteman’s home. They enjoyed luncheon at one o’clock and four bridge tables with Mrs. M. L. Watts taking high score and Mrs. W. P. Littlejohn winning the consolation. Afterward they toured the natatorium for a swim and returned to Athena in the evening. Attendees included Mrs. Henry Dell and many others led by Mrs. Otis Whiteman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athena
Walla Walla
Otis Whiteman
Bridge
M. L. Watts
W. P. Littlejohn
Natatorium
Henry Dell
H. A. Barrett
B. B. Richards
R. B. McEwen
L. L. Michener
C. M. Eager
M. M. Johns
W.S. Ferguson
Areta Littlejohn
Shaw
Armand DeMerritt
H. S. Watts
Frank Ames
Bridge Club Hosts Delightful Afternoon Winners Trophy
A Bridge club session hosted by Mrs. W. P. Littlejohn featured three tables of play. Guests included Mrs. Alma Koontz of Portland and Mrs. Armand DeMerritt of Walla Walla. Mrs. DeMerritt won the guest trophy amid gladioli arrangements and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. P. Littlejohn
Alma Koontz
Portland
Armand DeMerritt
Walla Walla
M. M. Johns
Areta Littlejohn
DeMerritt
Miss Ruth Proebster Attends Monmouth Summer School
Miss Ruth Proebster completes a twelve week music course at Monmouth summer school and earns her life diploma. She plans to visit friends and her mother Mrs. Jennie Proebster in Weston around September, then move to Prosser to lead the music department for the coming year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Proebster
Monmouth Summer School
Miss Proebster
Jennie Proebster
Weston
Prosser
Eager Family Returns From Seaside Outing
Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Eager and daughters Betty and Virginia returned from Seaside Sunday morning after nearly three weeks away. Mrs. Van Slyke, staying with them while her husband acted as relief agent for Mr. Wager, left for Moro to visit her father, as Mr. Van Slyke remained at the depot until Mr. Eager resumed his position there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. C. M. Eager
Betty
Virginia
Seaside
Escape of William Douglas from Walla Walla Penitentiary
Prisoner William Douglas a trusted Negro at the Walla Walla penitentiary escaped around noon Monday after being allowed out for dog training. Captain S. E. Butler reported the man missing as search began. the dogs were found, but Douglas had eluded capture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Douglas
Walla Walla Penitentiary
E. Butler
Fire narrowly averted at Arthur Coppock home near Athena
Two men passing by yesterday forenoon spotted flames issuing from the Arthur Coppock farm home south of Athena. Fire started in an upstairs closet and was extinguished with water carried in buckets. Major damage came from water in the lower rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Coppock
Athena
New Wheat Variety Tested in Walla Walla Nursery
A new wheat variety will be tested next season in a Walla Walla grain nursery. The variety is a cross between Hybrid No 128 and Odessa to assess performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walla Walla
Odessa
Sen Stanfield Will Consider 196? Fall Bid If Primary Irregularities Found
Senator Stanfield said he would weigh a run in the fall election if a grand jury investigation showed irregularities in the primary. He noted rumors of a third ticket but said decisions would depend on developments in Oregon and he planned to leave for home on Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Stanfield
Oregon
Polk County Wheat Harvest Yields Light This Year
Threshing in Polk County shows wheat, oats and vetch yields below expectations. Wheat heads are small due to a May heat spell, with 15 to 20 bushels per acre considered a good result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk County
Onion Market Slump Hits Walla Walla Growers
Walla Walla onion growers face a price collapse with market prices at 75 cents per 100 sack, signaling a sharp downturn for the local onion trade and reflecting broader market weakness for the crop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walla Walla
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