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Athena Press

Location

Athena, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1931

Page

4

Oregon Outlook Report 15 issued on state agriculture

Oregon State College economists released the Oregon Outlook Report detailing an anticipated rise in farm product demand during the 1931-32 marketing year as business conditions improve. The two section study covers livestock trends and crops with guidance from state agents.

Oregon State College L. R. Breithaupt Oregon Extension Service Oregon Outlook Oregon State College A. G. Lunn P. M. Brandt

Farm Wheat Control Is Successful Says Speaker

J J Edwards Dayton merchant told the chamber of commerce that tests in Columbia and Whitman counties for the Dayton plan show strong success. The plan aims to compel wheat growers to keep 25 percent of yearly production on farms via contracts with the North Pacific Grain Growers and the farm board. Edwards said 90 percent of Columbia county growers have pledged to adopt the contractual control.

Farm Board Legge Columbia County Edwards

Bull injures Oregon farmer in penning mishap

Henry Girod, Maple dairy proprietor at Brooks Oregon, was pinned by a Jersey bull as he tried to lead it to water. He suffered a head bump a cut on an arm and a bruised leg. A fellow farmer came to his aid after the call for help.

Henry Girod Maple Dairy Brooks Oregon

Collective Selling Aids in Acquiring Farm Marketing Facilities

Orris Dorman argues at the Walla Walla conference for farmer cooperatives to sell collectively and control grain marketing. He cites gains from cooperative agencies, notes members’ better prices and facility investments, and emphasizes the need for rapid acquisition of warehouses and elevators to handle future surpluses.

Orris Dorman North Pacific Grain Growers, Inc Walla Walla California Northwest George Washington Valley Forge

Low moisture outlook for Umatilla range asks for care

Ranger J F Irwin reports that sparse water in snow across the Umatilla National Forest dims the season’s grazing prospects. Snow depths vary with 22.2 inches in North Jones Prairie and 46 inches at Toll Gate, but water content is low, signaling another dry year due to an unusually dry fall and warmer early snows.

J. F. Irwin Umatilla Forest Pendleton Umatilla National Forest North Jones Prairie Morrow County Five Mile Butter Creek Walla Walla Tanks Toll Gate Summit Irwin

Musk Oxen as Pets Stir Alaska Morning Debate

In AirbankS Alaska residents debate keeping musk oxen as pets amid concerns over care and feeding. Critics warn of excessive pampering and diet reliance, while owners defend handling and companionship of the remote Arctic herd.

Alaska

High School Notes and Lincoln Assembly Report

February school notes describe spring duties and student chores from raking yards to preparing for upcoming sports. Lincoln assembly on Feb 12 featured talks on Lincoln and related readings, songs, and patriotic reflections. The school band rehearses for the vodvil show, improving its handling of sharps and flats.

Marjorie Douglas Lincoln Assembly Abraham Lincoln Lincoln Aaron Douglas Mildred Hansell Captain Natelle Miller Betty Eager

Band Performs for Knights of Pythias Lodge Anniversary

The band appeared at the Knights of Pythias lodge anniversary program last evening. Programs featured melodies including Amaryllis Gavotte Ghys America and other numbers.

Lodge Knights of Pythias Lodge Melody Sriffen Amaryllis Gavotte Ghys America

Glee Club Expands Ahead of State Music Contest

The glee club quickly increases its numbers for an upcoming show. Members practice parts separately and as a group, and have worked on selections required for the state music contest with very pleasing results.

Glee Club

Senior Class Meeting Courses Gift Flower Discussed

The senior class met on Wednesday February 11 to discuss the school gift and the class flower.

First Grade Starts Fourth Book. Valentine Party for Upper Grades

The first grade began its fourth book while the third and fourth grades enjoyed a Valentine's party Friday afternoon. All students played games and refreshments of sandwiches pickles cookies and milk were served at the close.

Grizzlies Top Athena in Close Helix Basketball Night

Grizzlies of Griswold high school Helix defeated Athena 25 to 10 on February 13 at Helix gym. Crowley of Athena led scoring with 8 points as Athena fell behind early and struggled to find the basket.

Grizzlies Griswold High School of Helix Athena Crowley Hansell E. Rogers Lowell Jenkins Huffman Geissel Rogers Murphy Pickett Weber Campbell Jenkins

Pendleton Tops Athena A In Low-Scoring Clash

Pendleton defeated Athena A 33 to 18 after a slow first half. Crowley led Athena with 10 points while Pendleton matched with 33 points. Substitutes for Athena included Weber Geiasel and Pickett.

Pendleton Athena Crowley Lowell Jenkins Erwin Crowley Stroble Huffman Hill Rogers Tergeson Leland Jenkins Witherell Weber, Geiasel and Pickett

Athena vs Pendleton basketball game evening report

The game on February 14 ended with Pendleton defeating Athena by 15 to 8 on the home floor. Freshmen from Athena led early but Pendleton overtook them. the halftime score was 4 to 4. The second half saw Athena pressured and the Pendleton group pull ahead.

Athena Pendleton

Pendleton Frustrated by Freshmen Rally in Basket Game

Freshmen looped the ball through the basket as Pendleton could not stop the attack. Geissel of Athena led scoring as the Athena lineup featured Geissel Rogers Singer Campbell Weber Murphy and Bud Miller with substitutes.

Pendleton Geissel Athena Rogers Singer Campbell Weber Murphy Bud Miller

Helix Girls Defeat Athena In Close League Clash

Helix beat Athena on Helix home court in a hard fought game. Alma Karstens, star Helix forward, heated up in the final two quarters as Athena's defense waned. Athena’s lineup included Myrick Campbell W Ross Douglas M J Miller Goldie Miller with substitutes Barrett Taylor Trump and Weaver.

Athena Helix Alma Karstens Star Helix Myrick Campbell W. Ross Douglas M. J. Miller Goldie Miller Barrett Taylor Trump Weaver

Livestock Producer Favored by 1929 Amendment

The house passed an amendment to the gasoline cowboy act allowing producers to enter competitive resale with retailers. Producers may dispose of stock by obtaining a county sheriff issued tag for 10 cents as proof of sale, loosening the ban on selling only to licensed retail meat dealers.

Salem

Idaho Ships Food Push to Drought Relief Area

Idaho ships food to the drought area for Red Cross distribution. Already 50 carloads delivered and likely to exceed 60 by February 19 when free freight ends. Commissioner of agriculture Lee Johns provides the estimate.

Idaho Red Cross Lee Johns Commissioner of

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