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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1916
Page
2
A fragmented early 20th century notice compiles concerns on oil supply and naval needs, debates over government land withdrawals and tax schemes, and circulars about bids and warrants in Weston and Athena. It outlines broader policy tensions, local notices, and impending public actions, with scattered references to political figures and civic organizations.
Curated excerpt recounts editor duties at the Heppoor Herald and Helix Advocate, Masthead plans, and community notices. Mentions Harlan and a chain of local people attending church and union events, with references to social gatherings, housing, and a Memorial Day cemetery visit in Athena.
Athens giants Adams Mavaricks edged Hollis Sunday at Umaplue 11 to 8 in a chaotic relay of hits, errors, and late rallies. Peterson drove in key runs, McGargill and Kirkpatrick doubled, while Shiok struggled on the mound as Athena chased back late but fell short. Umpire Cartano presided over a high scoring affair with multiple mis plays and timely hits shaping the verdict.
The Baptist church held a large roll call and reception at four o clock to honor its members and guests. At six o clock a banquet for 200 was served in the new dining room with a notable sermon and voices from Portland enhancing the program. Mayor Homer J. Watty praised the church’s growth and announced plans for a Women’s Club, as Reverends Stockton and others spoke and a solo by Myrtlene Fenker Stites delighted the crowd.
James G Myrick collapsed from apoplexy after arriving in Pendleton on the Tout train. He died at Anthony's hospital in the afternoon after being transferred from the county. Aged man and longtime resident of Urmatius county near Athoun, services held at Obsianian church. Golden Wedding celebrated for Mr. and Mrs. Booher in Lexington with town hall reception, school orchestra, and local officials in attendance.
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