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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1906
Page
2
Public notice dated March 1 1870 lists advertising rates for first and subsequent insertions. Contains garbled names and terms but references Athena Oregon and postal matter.
Athena January 2 1906 Wallula revisits old dream of rail prosperity as the O R N shop moves to Umatilla and the Northern Pacific stake rekindles hopes for growth. The town once thrived on rail plans then faded, now watchful for new lines to revive fortunes and draw trains back to Wallula.
The department of agriculture reports higher than expected yields for principal crops, boosting national confidence and local harvest prospects in Umatilla county. Mentions moisture needs for wheat, plans for rail funding in Weston, and Bourbon Cochran criticism, reflecting broad agricultural and political discourse.
A reform era tax proposal shifts the county poll tax to the road fund, cuts penalties, raises insurer and express company levies, and adds a sweeping inheritance tax. Portland's strategic position and intercontinental rail routes are highlighted as inland port growth accelerates, with Seattle Spokane and Portland favored as trade hubs. A local station dispute over a purse theft is recounted, ending with the purse found in the suspect’s clothing and a tense exchange. Dr Kings New Life Pills are promoted for digestive relief with a money back guarantee.
President James J. Hill of the Great Northern railway said in a St. Paul speech that Pacific Northwest cities are giving uphill races and are in the lead, becoming the big end of the region.
An advertisement touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a natural remedy for twentieth century women. It claims to alleviate headaches back pain and nervous disorders using glyceric extracts from roots and mentions customer testimonials and complimentary medical advice without charge.
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