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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1906
Page
3
Athena Oregon public notice shows the press listing information with advertising rates for first and subsequent insertions. It notes classification as second class matter, March 1 2001, at Athena post office under federal act and directs communications to the Athena Press.
The Iowa House passes a bill making family desertion a penitentiary offense with heavy penalties to curb divorces and reduce public aid costs. The piece argues desertion drives poverty and spurs abusive cycles, suggesting fewer divorces and targeting lazy conduct, while citing a pro farmer remark about the value of local papers as community "home papers."
A letter urges readers to subscribe early and favor live local advertisers who back the paper, warning against merchants who decline to advertise. The writer condemns a proposed murder bill and cites Pearson's Magazine figures on drunkards' graves, while lamenting Col Mann's perceived inhumanity.
The Oregonian reports a heated contest over a 28 hour unload, feed and water rule for stock in transit to markets in Chicago and other centers. Stockmen urge an 86 hour interval claiming benefits for animals and a cost increase of about 200000 dollars for Idaho sheepmen. The debate pits humane concern against commercial interests as accuracy of the claims is questioned, with stronger emphasis on the economic impact. Oregon orchards gain attention as Willamette fruit producers push to remove poach and improve quality through inspectors and schoolhouse meetings.
The article urges farmers to cleanse orchards of pests or destroy infested trees, praising spraying at the right time with effective agents. It condemns wormy apples and calls for persistent effort to produce clean, sound fruit, predicting Oregon becoming the top fruit state if work continues and decisive action, including drastic measures when needed.
A reader reports on professional gamblers and card sharpers aboard Atlantic liners. He cites gang organization, ship officers' knowledge, and passenger lists identifying seven offenders including a woman and a youth. Noting losses of 160 and 600 pounds, he urges shipping lines to refuse carriage and face legal action.
Mr. Moses Horner of Pon wettons Eat tall i taker cal mats mut of wet fact and bronchitis lasting all winter credit Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. The notice urges avoiding worthless substitutes and praises honest merchants who do not mislead customers with inferior products.
Americans are described as moderate drinkers compared with other nations. The article lists annual per capita consumption of pure alcohol by country, noting the United States averages about 1.3 gallons, with specifics for France Belgium Switzerland Spain Italy England Germany Austria Hungary Sweden Netherlands Romania Norway and others. It also cites a national average of 1.33 gallons of proof spirits per person each year alongside wine and malt liquors.
Public notice fragment lists a patent medicine claim to cure constipation with ingredients and a court district reference. It mentions dates, blocks, and applicants in a stressed OCR line likely coming from a 19th or early 20th century listing.
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