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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1929
Page
2
Modernizing the Oldest Industry with Mass Production
The article argues that food, the oldest industry, should adopt mass production and distribution. It notes manufacturers aim to produce many non competitive products to lower costs and improve quality for consumers. The piece frames mass production as essential to progress and cheaper, better food for households.
Reversal View: AFL Leader Sees Boost After Market Crash
William Green of the American Federation of Labor predicts a market reversal will spark new life in building nationwide. He argues spring and summer growth will lift steel, other materials, and employment, with ripple effects to garment, luxury, and service industries after the shock of 30 billion dollars in values being wiped out overnight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Green
American Federation of Labor
Frontier spirit urged to curb crime and a tragic aviation crash
An editorial argues for tough frontier methods against organized crime in cities while recounting Bolling Field Washington crash in which a tri motor plane carrying Representative Raynor and four others plunged 900 feet killing all aboard. Captain Dinger led the flight. the plane valued at $80 000. Oregon Governor Norblad, age 48, Astoria lawyer, assumes office on Governor Patterson’s death per constitutional amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bollingfield
Washington, D. C
Raynor
Dinger
Oregon State Senate
Albin Walter Norblad
Oregon
Patterson
Norblad
Astoria
Benefits of Safety Instruction in Schools
Safety instruction in well organized schools reduces child mortality by at least half. The program saves lives and also equips a generation with sound knowledge and intuitive understanding of accident prevention and safety.
Good roads slash car operating costs in five years
An authoritative report says average automobile operating costs dropped from 10 cents per mile to six and a half cents over the last five years. Savings arise from gasoline wear on tires and machinery, with added comfort and safety noted by users.
I C C Aligns Railroads Into Nineteen Big Systems
The interstate commerce commission having scrambled the railroads of the country into nineteen big systems can now lean back in their chairs and view the shuffle as a completed rearrangement of the industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Interstate Commerce Commission
Mussolini League dissolved after five years in New York
Reports from New York note the Fascisti League of North America has been declared dissolved by delegates. Mussolini’s reaction is unknown. Dick Byrd earns rear admiral on the retired list for Antarctic exploration. An Oklahoma banker fends off two robbers by firing. Weston Leader quips about extracting alcohol from petroleum but not booze from gasoline. Athena schools to have only one week of holiday vacation. East covered by snow, but Christmas yielded more for the East than for us.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Sovety
Fascisti League of North America
New York
Mussolini
Dick” Byrd
Antarctic
South Pole
Weston
Oklahoma
Athena
Pedestrians Navigate Slushy Streets With Good-Natured Caution
Pedestrians manage slick sidewalks and slushy crossings with lighthearted patience as moisture sources are considered. Cautious steps and shared space behavior help maintain safety amid winter mash.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
A brief seasonal note wishing readers a merry Christmas and a bright new year appears in the page’s small holiday sidebar.
Christmas programs at Baptist and Christian churches
The Baptist and Christian churches held Christmas programs on Sunday. The Baptist program featured children reciting then a cantata The Nativity sung by older Sunday school members. The Christian pageant The Shepherds Vision followed Sunday school with many participants and treats. Both services drew large, appreciative crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Folks
Newlywed Wood Couple Visit from Merritt for Holidays
Mr and Mrs Clifford Wood from Merritt Washington return to Athena for the holidays. He works for the Great Northern Railway on construction electrifying the Wenatchee to Seattle line and building an eight mile Cascade tunnel. Mrs Wood will teach in Merritt. Friends congratulate them on their return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood
Clifford Wood
Merritt
Washington
Great Northern Railway Company
Wenatchee
Seattle
Cascade Mountains
Athena
Town Team Formed in Athena Under Laurence Pinkerton
A new town basketball team organized in Athena with Laurence Pinkerton as manager played Milton Monday night and lost 80 to 86. Roster includes Dean Pinkerton, Lee Remillard, Fred Remillard, George Pambrun, Fay Pambrun, Wilbur Harden, Jack Booth, Oral Michener, Dalbreth Taylor, Arthur Taylor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athena
Laurence Pinkerton
Milton
Dean Pinkerton
Lee Remillard
Fred Remillard
George Pambrun
Fay Pambrun
Wilbur Harden
Jack Booth
Oral Michener
Dalbreth Taylor
Arthur Taylor
Bryn Mawr Resident Reports Seattle Building Boom
H. M. Saulsberry of Bryn Mawr Washington visited Athena on Monday from his home for a brief business trip involving the sale of his 1929 wheat crop. He notes Seattle's building boom with forty five new residences in his neighborhood this year and continued construction in the business district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryn Mawr
H. M. Saulsberry
Athena
Washington
H. M
Seattle
Woman Trap at The Standard Theatre Spotlight
Tomorrow night the Standard Theatre presents Paramount's gripping drama Woman Trap starring Hal Skelly and Evelyn Brent. The screening promises a startling tale of danger and intrigue in a noir style performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Standard Theatre
Paramount
Hal Skelly
Evelyn Brent
Classified For Sale Oliver Plows and Weeders
Two Oliver three bottom plows in good shape used two seasons. Two tail board weeders in good shape ready for use. Call 761 Bryce Baker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver
Call
Bryce Baker
Sportsmanship and character on the playgrounds
A lengthy college style discussion argues that sportsmanship shapes emotion under intellect and forms the citizen. It asserts playfields teach self control fair play and respect for rules shaping future leaders and deterring criminal impulses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Governor Patterson Fulfills Promise and Dies in Office
The Oregon governor Isaac Lee Patterson, praised for dignity and economy, served three years after pledging a businesslike administration. His sudden Saturday night death ends the term he won in 1926, leaving one year unfilled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Lee Patterson
Oregon
Patterson
People
Umatilla Growers Meet. Local News and Notes
William Scott calls a Saturday 2 pm meeting of the Umatilla Wheat Growers association to discuss member matters. Various local updates include new births, travel, quarantines for scarlet fever, a consolidated Pythian order, and growth in Hermiston with a new depot planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Scott
Umatilla Wheat Growers’ Association
R. J. Boddy
Pendleton
William Wood
Samuel Hutt
Adams
Dean Gerking
Freewater
Jerry St. Dennis, Jr
California
Tobe Bush
Athena
W. D. Chamberlain
Portland
Sheard
C C. Sharp
J. R. King
Weston
Centerville
Main Street
Third
Hermiston
Echo and
Umatilla
R. & N. Company
Summons in Equity No 4807 in Umatilla County Oregon
Frank L. Silvers sues Edith T. Silvers in equity in Umatilla County Oregon. The defendant is required to appear in court as mandated by the summons and the State of Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Oregon
Umatilla County
Frank L. Silvers
Edith _T. Silvers
Edith T. Silvers
Notice of Stockholders Meeting for The First National Bank of Athena
The regular annual stockholders meeting of The First National Bank of Athena Oregon will elect directors for the year and transact lawful business. The meeting is at the bank office in Athena on Tuesday January 14 1930 at two o clock pm. Dated December 10 1929 LeGrow cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank of
Athena
Oregon
F.S . Legrow
Final Account Hearing in Keller Estate
Florence N. Keller executrix of John A. Keller deceased has filed the final account in Pendleton Oregon. The County Judge has set Monday January 13 1930 at 10:00 am in the County Court House for objections and settlement of the estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Oregon
Umatilla
John A. Keller
Florence N. Keller
Pendleton
Executrix
Peterson & Lewis
Insurance Plus and Liability Insurance Ad by B B Richards
An advertisement urges all motor vehicle owners to obtain Public Liability and Property Damage insurance at low cost. It promotes Landlords, Owners and Tenants Liability insurance at 7.50, claiming it protects homes and finances and condemns ambulance chasers and damage suits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. B. Richards
Barber Shop Closes After 1929 Losses
A local barber notes regret at ending business after years of toil and thanks patrons for 1929 support while pledging renewed service in 1950. The tale hints at challenges and a departing client remark about a barber’s habit.
Bladder Irritation Promises Quick Test Offer
Distorted ad copy claims a test can diagnose bladder irritation and related symptoms. It pitches a money back guarantee and urges readers to try the product for 60 cents, promising quick results and complete relief if not satisfied.
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