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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1907
Page
3
The Athena Press criticizes J M Hays for attacking Mayor Plamondon, defending the mayor’s duties and local governance. The piece argues Athens municipal affairs are clean, questions Hays' stake and contributions, and calls for constructive local cooperation including a merchants association. Also notes Wallowa Sun praise and the YMCAs donations surpassing 11 million dollars.
Governor Hughes rebuts claims that bar readers should be barred from public service. He argues lawyers must not aid lawbreaking or corporate evasion of statutes. He notes the need to balance defense with public interest and cautions against enabling criminals.
J M Hays writes to Athena protesting praise of the Mayor Feb 8 and accusing him of failing duties. He cites open town conditions, law enforcement responses, partial sidewalk repairs, and dangerous walks on Adama Street near the Christian church, urging a better city.
An Oregonian editorial condemns lawyers who use protracted technical battles to defend clearly guilty criminals. It argues such conduct harms justice, calls for reform of legal procedure, and suggests removing criminal lawyers from the profession to restore honor and efficiency.
The article summarizes Senator Beveridge’s push for a national child labor law arguing states cannot adequately address the issue. He cites state sovereignty, powerful local interests, and the failure of many state laws that are often weakened or evaded, leaving child labor unchecked.
The British debate over Sunday observance grows sharper as a remarkable interdenominational appeal pushes for stricter Sabbath keeping. Led by Anglican and Catholic leaders alongside evangelical bodies, the appeal argues for more than rest, urging worship and higher thought, signaling a shift from the traditional English weekly rest.
John Pleasant of Mag- Bolia Indiana recalls a six year lesson about health. He describes starting Dr Bing's New Lafoe Pills and says the longer he takes them the better he feels. The endorsement is guaranteed by William McBride's druggist for two cents.
A Lacama manufacturer named W. A. relates a striking recovery claim after taking fewer than three bottles of Electric Bitters saying it cured his Bright's disease in the diabetes stage and liver bladder troubles. Sold by Wm. Mc Bride for 50 cents. Also advertised are a 14 foot Daniel Beat harvester and Pineules non alcoholic medicine claimed to aid bladder and kidney diseases with guaranteed prices.
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