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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1927
Page
2
The Athena Press in Athena Oregon lists subscription prices for one year six months and three months with a publication date of February 11 1927. The ad shows prices of 2.00 for one year 1.00 for six months and 75 cents for three months.
The article argues 1926 wheat and rail commerce would be far less productive under old methods. It cites labor savings from modern farming and larger locomotives, critiques Oregon income tax politics, and notes debates over financing state needs and university facilities.
Federal finance talks reveal a bold bill to allow listing foreign country stocks and bonds in New York in their own currency units, a move that could revolutionize U S investment practices. The report notes the Hassalo paddle steamer sank at its moorings, and a gypsy violinist famed for marrying a princess died in New York. A college joke court case and Democratic splits are also touched on in this compact society page.
Historical note outlines lifting machines from ancient times to the Renaissance. It mentions Archimedes 236 D C and medieval use for military, crediting Leonardo da Vinci and da Agrigeli as key inventors. The safest early passenger elevator is described as in Saint Catherine’s convent on Mount Sinai, operated by a captain and hoisted above floors.
The Churches Church of Christ announces a short revival led by Dr A M Meldrum starting next Sunday at 11 A M and planned for at least two weeks. Attendance and prayers are urged to support the meeting and Bible school. Regular services follow at 9 45 A M Sunday School and 11 A M preaching with additional evening activities.
A 1947 recipe excerpt describes anchovy and egg sandwiches with steps for mixing fish, mayonnaise, cress, and seasonings. caviar with lemon and onion mayo on white bread. Roman sandwich filling with smoked fish and anchovy paste. mock crab sandwiches using creamed cheese and egg yolk. serving tips with garnishes and toasting.
The piece contrasts Maori history and resilience in New Zealand with a note on a $10 million U.S. Senate appropriation to combat the European corn borer. It mentions Maori migrations from Tahiti, heroic resistance during British conquest, and later praise by observers. The brief item links colonial history to a present agricultural threat.
Classified ads list Rhode Island reds and Leghorns for 100 chicks at 18 and 15 dollars respectively. O. A. C. strains and Barred Plymouth Rocks noted. Also available Swiss and Jersey milk cows, plowing and hauling services, rubbish cleanup, and garden work. Contact D. C. McFadyen and A. H. Swant for orders and services.
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