Athene sees two obituaries and war honors in brief
Obituaries report the death of Mrs Homer Watis in Athena from influenza after a Spokane business trip. It notes services held Monday, with floral remembrances, and lists survivors including husband and siblings. The Belgian Croix de Guerre presentation honors Northwest veterans from the Wild West Division, including Carl M. Cook, once in Athena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fluenza
Homer
Watta
Athena
Watts
Walla Walla
Mn Watts
Spokane
Men Watts
Bret
Burton
Jenaie Josephine Gaines
Medford
Oregon
Homart
Waite
Watte
Us Ha County
Harvard University
Portland
Harvard
Athava Wchools
Athana
Albena Boye
France
Chu
Gltoman
Wind Myx
Alien Woolridge
Claud Gaines
Brace
Engineering Corps
Nv. 3
Army
Sur‘liegée
Bender
Bernvein
Albert
Belgium
Bard Artillery Brigade
Lovie Chateau
Joutheant
Oregonian
Bor
Oist
Brussels
Portland Oregonian
Carl M. Cook
Lst Divisio
Cook
Joseph N
Bulk handling saves 57000 on grain shipment study
Farmers Elevator of Condon offered prizes to students to publicize bulk handling of grain from Condon to Portland. Miss Wilma Dyer won 20 dollars for estimating savings of 57 000 on 1 000 000 bushels. Professor Hislop verified the calculation and noted warehouse costs and 2 percent tare with bulk shipping.
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Condon
Portland
Farmers’ Elevator Company of
Ita
D. B. Thomas
Wilma Dyer
Mayville
Hislop
Agricultural Oregon College
Werowinge
Shaw
Oregon Senate Ratifies Prohibition Amendment
The Oregon Senate approved the National Prohibition Amendment on Wednesday by a unanimous vote. It adopted Senator Edds's prohibition resolution and shortly after concurred with the House resolution presented by Representative Bmore, finalizing the action.
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Oregon Senate
Edds
House
Representetive Bmore
Centenary Movement plans ahead in Methodist efforts
Rev Mark Frosman met with local church officials to discuss the Centenary Movement commemorating the founding of the missionary society. The drive aims to raise 80 million for missionary work worldwide and at home, the largest church fundraising effort in U.S. history. Also reported is Athena’s rapid decline of a recent apocalyptic outbreak, with cases easing from a peak of 4 to 100 and most hospitalizations remaining mild.
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Mark Frosman
Malayata
W. A Pewee
Iocal
Methodist Minonary Society
United States
Freeman
Health Service warns of influenza like outbreak risks
The Surgeon General urges vigilance as an influenza like illness spreads, stressing droplets transmission and the need to cover coughs and noses. Officials warn that indoor crowding and poor ventilation raise respiratory disease risk, while public health measures aim to curb spread and protect vulnerable populations.
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Washingtong D
Asiaition
Ripert Rive
United Bites Public Health Service
Pometisonta
Nuit
Epiteale I Pr
Wyatt
Nikesad
Suitable Clothing And Public Health Posters In The Past
A garbled article discusses clothing suitability during seasonal changes and the need for moderate dress to prevent illness. It references public health posters and health education efforts, noting past authorities’ dry warnings and the broad reach of such campaigns. It mentions prominent figures like Italia Garibaldi in historical contexts and contrasts old and modern health messaging.
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Han Juve
Hercyman
Cho
Jwalth
Garment Badge of Idleness and Slavery Symbols
A fragment recounts a tale of a garment bearing a badge of idleness, linking it to Tehinwelites and slave origins. It cites biblical references to a coat of many colors and a coat of wiang colors used to indicate status, noting how such symbols marked servitude and social rank across cultures, from ancient times to colonial eras.
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Atery
Geness
Deeph
Thins
Cannan
Joling
Nall of the Middle Temple Table and Plentiful Theories
A damaged historical notice describes a ceremonial table from the Middle Temple in London presented by Queen Elizabeth. It details its size and placement in the hall and references a 16th century hall decor, with mentions of notable figures and court associations, amid garbled text.
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Middle Temple
Lonton
Arn
Wunluminnrieg
Bir
Walter Walelgt
Whet Juatiee
Ruy Fond
Ruy Fond, Hartrule Hie Vuevigk, Tely Kupiler Ad Murray, Tugether With Pulte
Seelle
Verdarian
Frestthy
Fragmentary note on Melanesian rites and observation
A garbled report describes native customs in the western Pacific. It mentions observance of rites, deference to elders, and ritual actions around cultural practices. The text references Melanesia, Australia, and observers noting behaviors, beliefs, and social signals in unclear passages.
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Western Pacific
Kant
Poplin
Nebraska Vote Sets Prohibition Path Across State
Prohibition gains momentum as Nebraska moves to ratify the federal amendment. With 48 states yet to act, Nebraskans anticipate adoption within weeks. If ratified, an immediate nationwide ban on breweries and wine presses will take full effect in one year, closing all doors unless compliance is achieved.
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United States
Nebraska Legislatura
John Aarlay
Dumobl
Oregon's People to Have Big Job
A historic Oregon conference in Portland focuses on postwar reemployment and reconstruction. It outlines local job programs for returning soldiers, highway and public works projects, and urges employers to reinstate veterans into industrial roles.
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Oregon
Oragon
Portland
Brouyett
Pat Muntty
Belog
Fn Ca
Sea State
Adian
Ermpll Rae
Pas Holshovinm
Avila
Nornding
U. S
Uitilla
United States
Hila
Umpluyara
Colion
Meeting favors bond bonds of 1 060 000 in Pendleton
Athena representatives MLA Barrett and Frank Berlin win support at Pendleton for a county state and federal road building bond plan totaling 1 060 000 dollars. They aim to fund hard surfacing and standardizing roads including the Walny Walla-Fendieton route, to meet aid requirements and aid needy areas.
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Barrett
Frank Berlin
Athena
Pendleton
County
Wate
Wal‘ny Walla-Fendieton
Tate
Enathond
Improvements at First National Bank Undergo Interior Alterations
Modern improvements are under way at the First National Bank with interior alterations, a larger lobby, moved fur pictres and a new vestibule. Contractor Fisher leads the work while officers including W. Hy Shaifor and M. Le Wat ie are reported. Annual stockholders meeting indicated a profitable year.
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Firet National Bank
Furphtvee
Axturne Retilte
Fisher
Cushior
Lutwat
W. Hy Shaifor
M. le Watie
BB LeGraw
Eavhiers
Cannon
W. B. Shaifor
Wasthe
Ty Gunnar
Prove ny aunt to bib addrens Meadouartars Co FAL
Everett Zurba reports on Kentucky harvests and exports amid crop and poultry concerns. Mentions Meador and Mor’ aneport ico terms, notes corn and potato planting trends, and references England and Korea in agricultural context.
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Everett Zurba
Bib Addrens
Meadouartars Co
Louiwville
Evererett
Jodigis
Eniland
England
Fond Gradnetion Department
Fur
Smith
Korea
Annual report of the Athena Branch Library
The Athena Branch Library annual report lists juvenile books issued and circulation figures, fines collected, rent for maintenance, and new books purchased. It records spending on maintenance, subscriptions, and revenue from fines and rents, with figures noted in old currency formats.
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Athena
Ibrary
Athann
Adlah Honkehr
Bobat
Eif
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Homer Watis Athena Hange Influenza Igt
George
Royal Air Force
Ahr
Htive Cadet Corps
Westz
Andere
Mer
US. Health Service
Pheumonte
Italia Garibaldi
Steotel
Hiteiry Reuniane Wie
London
Shaki
Mileaueth
Nebraska
National Bank
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