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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1926
Page
2
The Athena Press publishes its 1926 subscription rates with prices for one copy daily or longer terms. Rates listed include one year two dollars, six months one dollar, and three months seventy five cents, for Athena Oregon dated February 6 1926.
Nearly a million dollars are invested in two Salem flax mills with a state plant already largest in the United States. The Willamette Valley is viewed as ideal for both flax growth and manufacture, with irrigation boosting yields and all parts used. Flax could become a major local industry benefiting Oregon's economy.
An era ending for street railways as autos and buses take over public transport. Proposals include eight wheel brakes bumpers smoking compartments flood lighting leather seats and better suspension. Observations note public shift to auto buses while quirky local tales and officials probes hint at broader changes.
The KOWW Athena program featured Al Johnson with lively old-time dance music. A noteworthy highlight was a one year old fiddler playing a 4 63 year old fiddle, drawing attention from listeners.
The piece recalls a coastal storm that swept past without affecting us. It speaks of tranquil meadows and the countryside, noting everyday life and a lighthearted aside on a man’s view of his wife’s hair and appearance during moments of honesty and humor.
The passage notes Brown's bid for a second term as Seattle mayor, his legal challenges, and his claim that politics are weaponized against him. It hints at public weariness toward his leadership, while comparing to Atlanta’s civic award for community contribution.
The column surveys postwar resignations, unsettled insurance regulation bills, a light snowfall that quickly melted, and a Portland hospital scene after a domestic dispute. It notes Weston diary interest and a political jab at Roosevelt, ending with general reflections on public life.
Other heroes have come to the Pacific Northwest, but only one Red Grange stands out in local recollections as a premier football icon.
A hint that Mitchell will reveal a genuine flyer, implying a future demonstration or showcase of a more effective or authentic design. The remark suggests comparison with previous, less impressive examples.
A motor omnibus in Ceylon faced a charging herd of wild elephants after a passenger fired at them. The elephant collapse tore the hood from the vehicle while the driver pressed on, steering past the leading beast as the herd pursued the bus. Passengers ducked under seats.
A London financier tale recalls Sir Ernest Cassel as a boy who joined Bischottshelm Co and rose rapidly. Facing a daunting task, he proposed a feasible solution and impressed his superiors. His raise to five hundred pounds was misheard as five thousand, prompting a calm correction from Mr. Bisch ofahein.
Chauncey M. Depew praised a nonpartisan ticket pairing Calvin Coolidge for president and Al Smith for vice president. He spoke before the Pilgrim's Society, calling the current era the most wonderful period of nonpartisanship in his 70 years in politics.
Four men robbed the Railroad National Bank at Roseville on Monday afternoon taking 45415. Within three hours one robber was killed by Sacramento detectives and the other three were captured. two were badly wounded. All the money was recovered.
The Interstate Commerce Commission refused to allow northwestern railroads to raise export rates on grain and grain products moving from western Montana to Pacific coast ports after protests from the Montana Oregon and Washington railroad commissions.
The column argues for a varied diet linking food and health, recommending milk eggs meat fish and a mix of breads while cautioning against overreliance on white bread. It suggests carrots as a blood toning aid, with raw carrots richer in nutrients and provides simple egg cooking guidance and vegetable pairings.
An executive order authorizes reservation in public ownership of several small Pacific islands off Coos and Clatsop counties Oregon on Secretary of the Interior’s recommendation. The aim is to convert the islands into permanent bird reservations and prevent private exploitation.
Tomorrow night at the Stand ard Theatre a double program features Harold Lloyd in Now or Never and Douglas MacLean in Never Say Die with extra two reel comedy and an International news reel. Also Gloria Swanson in Mile Sans Gene plus Roach comedy and Pathe Review. A Rin Tin Tin production The Lighthouse by the Sea arrives next Wednesday February 10.
Nebraska Governor Adam McMullen will call a conference in Lincoln with 50 representatives from agricultural interests to discuss measures for farm relief. The meeting aims to coordinate statewide actions and press for policy relief options.
The McKay reservoir will store water for Umatilla county West End irrigation with dam completion expected this fall and water available spring 1927. Hermiston reclamation records show Stanfield district signed for 15,000 acre feet and Westland district for 29,250 acre feet to supplement current supplies. The reservoir’s estimated capacity is 73,632 acre feet.
About 30,000 acre feet of water remain unallocated at the Umatilla project as a three expert board and economic agricultural survey assess surrounding land.
Walla Walla traders report daily shipments last month breaking volume records for January vegetable sales. Consistent spinach outpaced green onions with open field growth and strong demand. acreage to spinach will be increased this year.
The administrator Sheldon D. Taylor asks all interested persons to appear February 15, 1926 at 10:00 A M in the Umatilla County Court House Pendleton Oregon to settle the Final Account of the estate of Jackson Nelson Deceased Objections to the account may be filed at that time The Notice is filed in the County Court of Oregon in Umatilla County
In the Oregon Umatilla County estate matter of William B. Hale the executrix Sarah F. Hale filed a final account and report. The court fixed Monday February 15 1926 at 10 a.m. at the County Court House Pendleton for objections and settlement. Notice runs four weeks in Athena Press from January 15 to February 12 1926. SARAH F. HALE Executrix Will M Peterson Attorney for Executrix.
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