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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1914
Page
2
The Athena Press opines on national policy as it reacts to Oregon reporting on Gardner and German affairs. It condemns the Oregonian for sensationalism and urges a stance against conscription and costly war production, arguing the United States should avoid European military camps and heavy taxation.
A garbled report from a 1917 era piece shows President Wilson defending neutrality amid war preparations. The text accuses Schwab and arms makers of provoking belligerence, outlines Wilson’s pledge not to enter a military camp, and discusses national defense plans and mobilization within constitutional limits. The fragment references Bethlehem shops and British ships, plus a push for a standing army and citizen training, while urging restraint and unity.
The article describes a vast natural bridge in Utah, known as the George nation bridge, with a 200 foot span and a 35 foot roadway. It notes a 90 foot cleft below, a watercourse that dries to a rivulet in summer, and debates on its formation, including water erosion versus a remote geological event. Observers detail the bridge’s dark brown sandstone composition, over twenty foot thickness, and claim it remains water resistant and stable, enticing exploration and expert opinions.
A historical note recalls how the supreme court once lunched at daily intervals from noon to 4 30 pm. Justices would leave the bench in turns, dine offstage, and return to continue hearings as observers described a ritual amid a court hungry for a before lunch bite and the so called dish of distrust.
In Monta Shetland natives report aggressive birds attacking coastal areas. Falcons and eagles deter men and livestock. residents plan feeding and defense against the throngs of raptors. Local fishermen note the gulls and ospreys as a growing threat while peaceable birds remain scarce.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a whimsical tale involving Emperor Maximilian, witty courtiers, and a discussion on preventive measures for a goat related incident. The piece reads as a dramatic dialogue or parody with scattered names and invented terms, lacking clear narrative flow or verifiable details.
Fragmentary London Globe style remark laments awkward weapons and faint tuning of period tune. Text hints at cautious language and faded clarity, suggesting an era with dated terminology and cryptic commentary.
A chaotic pastiche discusses planetary doom and long views of humanity. It cites theorists like Verronet and Wrench, contrasting extreme timelines with common fear, then abruptly shifts to a New York Posts fragment about a girl named Gitte Mary Ta and a domestic scene.
Citation in the County Court of Umatilla County Oregon requires the listed heirs and named individuals to appear in the County Courthouse at Pendleton Oregon to show cause why an order should not be entered to sell real property belonging to W W Jacobs deceased. Publication to run for four consecutive weeks in the Athena Press with the first on December 11 1914, dated December 6 1038 and signed by County Judge Frank Saling Clerk.
Notice is hereby given that an auction will be held at the Athena Hotel bag room in Athens Oregon on Tuesday January 18 1018 at 9 p m to sell in kind the following described property to pay a bonded bill of 824 75 The items include a round top trunk contents unknown a bun square top Erupk gomteite and other described goods The proceeds go to Mea Adoe Warren and the stockholders of The Hist Waok of Athens for the transaction of business The sale is conducted by P 2 Lativom Anetivr December Lith 1014
Summons issued against Malcom Stevens and Defondar Ta Malcom Jenn in Umatilla County Oregon. The defendant must answer by December 7 1914 or court relief will be granted. Publication dates begin November 11 1914 in Athena Press. Homer I Watts attorney for plaintiff.
Summons issued in Umatilla County Oregon against Malcolm Stevens Datendach to answer a complaint for 79.00 plus interest and costs on a personal loan. Publication set by Judge S B Richarde with notices in Athena Progress. Last publication scheduled for December 10, 1914.
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