Knights of Pythias and Baptist Celebration in Athena Park
Preparations for a July Fourth event in Athena include Knights of Pythias County Lodges coordinating committees, band music by Milton-Freewater’s 25-piece group, and an all-day program at City Park from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. A Baptist Sunday school picnic will join the day’s events, with Walter M. Piercy as principal speaker and a Dokle patrol street procession planned by Walla Walla.
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Athena
Knights of Pythias
Amnatitia
Pythian
Legionall
Standard
Baptist Sunday Schools
Pythiane
The
Baptiste
Pendleton
Pythians
Milton-Freewater
Finich
Walter M. Piercy
Walla Wella
Legion. Hall
Wheat Growers to Meet Next Monday at Athena
Oregon Wheat Growers will convene at Athena on June 12 at 1 p m. to discuss 1921 pool results. George Jewett, NW Wheat Growers Associa tion manager, will present member figures and a detailed year in review including farmer organization expenses. He recently toured northern states where similar groups form. The Northwest Associated plans to handle about 10 000 000 bushels for North Dakota producers. The Athena meeting is open to all wheat producers, not only Oregon members, plus local business and professional men.
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Oregon
Athena
George
Jewett
Northwest Wheat Crowers Associated
Wit
Northwestern
Middlewestern
Northwest Wheat Growers
Northwest Associated
Oregon Cooperative Grain Growery
North Dakota
Oregon Association
Umatilla County
Civic Club Meeting Meld Tuesday Afternoon
An interesting Civic club meeting Tuesday afternoon featured the report of Mrs C M Enger delegate to the State Convention of Federated clubs at Tillamook next week. Mrs Eagye spoke on magazines and writers, with refreshments served by Mrs R A Thompson and Mrs Samuel Haworth. A decision on refreshments for the upcoming K P event on July 4 was postponed to June 20 for broader attendance. Miltons Strawberry Day is set for next Tuesday June 13 with Milton inviting all Amatille and part of Walla Walla counties to attend and help celebrate the queen of fruits.
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Civic Club
C. M. Enger
Federated Clubs
Tillamook
Eagye
P Plente
E. C. Rogers
Round Table
R. A.thompson
Samuel Haworth
Milton
Aiton
Amatille
Walla Walla
Oime
Time extended for Camp Lewis citizen soldiers applications
The period for applications to attend the citizen's Military Camp at Camp Lewis from July 27 to August 25 has been extended from May into early June due to Oregon and Washington quotas not yet being reached.
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Camp Lewis
Orly
Oregon
Washington
Drought Hits Umatilla County Crops Across Districts
OCR reads rain shortages battered light soil districts in Umatilla County while foothill crops endure dry weather better. Basin district northwest of Athena expects near total grain loss unless rainfall arrives soon. Local forecast notes rain today could alter outcomes.
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Umatilla
Athena
Alpalpa Hay Crop Rutting Highlighted in Section
A fragmented report notes a hay crop in Alpalpa with reference to team activity and crop condition described as sickly. The text mentions an average outcome and a preliminary assessment of field performance amid unclear details.
Veterans Bureau Insurance Drive in Athena Next Week
The U S Veterans Bureau plans a major insurance drive in Athena from June 12 to 14 to secure at least 60 000 in life insurance for ex service men. Kenneth L Cooper Portland bureau manager says the goal for the Pacific Northwest District is 2 000 000 with over 5 000 000 in War Risk Insurance to be raised or converted during the week. Norman W Engle Seattle Northwest Rep of the National Organization of the Legion urges posts to join in the drive and servicemen may apply through the local post the State Legion or the Portland bureau.
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Athena
Voldenns
Kenneth Li. Cooper
United States Veterans’ Bureau
Portland
Pacific Northwest
Veterant’ Bureau
American Legion
Norman W. Engle
Seattle
Northwest
National Organization of the Legion
Athone
State Department of the Legion
U. S. ‘Veterans’ Bureau
Hunters Pursue Bear Cubs and Cougar near Hageron
In Hageron yon on the Umutilig J E Jones and The Davidson Ath¬ana hunters chased an old bear and two cubs after locating them. Seth Hyatt reportedly aided by firing evening shots. A startled cougar burst from the brush 500 yards away and charged downslope before escaping into cover, leaving the hunters with an eventful but unsuccessful chase. Athena furnishes players and continues without baseball.
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J. E. Jones
Davidson
Hageranyon
Umutilig
Seth Hyatt i Tere Bt Cd
Inland Empire Farmers First loan plan announced
Dr J Smith urges six per cent loans from Oregon Washington joint stock bank to aid Umatilla and Walla Walla farmers. The bank will dispatch federal appraisers and issue loans up to four million dollars with a four and a half year term. Key figures include Robert H Smith of Portland Lumbermen's Trust Company as president and C J Smith as vice president, with offices at Broadway and Dakistroom Portland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Smith
Pendleton
Oregon-Washington Joint Stock I and Bank
Umatilla
Walla Walla
Pendleton Tribune
Oregon-Washington Joint and
Bank of Portland
United States Supreme Court
Oregon-Washington
Ha, Ey
The
Bank
Broadway and
Dakstroom
Portland
Sanford Stone Ousted. Dicky Holds City Marshal Post
After a council meeting Monday night Sanford Stone was relieved of the city marshal badge and Dicky has worn the insignia in a temporary capacity. Mayor Barrett has not yet named a permanent replacement, with at least three candidates in consideration including Dicky Bert Taylor or Lou Kretzer. The move comes amid high city costs and April expenses over $100, prompting the change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanford Stone
Cownell
Dicky
Barrett Hay
Bert Taylor
Lou Kretzer
Wren
Shick Leads Athena to 1-0 Win in Prescott Encounter
John Shick, veteran pitster for Athena, stepped into Prescott Sunday and pitched the ball team to a 1 to 0 victory. Shick delivered a standout performance with 19 tires aiding his mound effort, securing the win for Athena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Shick
Athena Pitster
Prescott
Tau Delta Orchestra Hosts Dance at Legion Hall
A lively crowd at Legion Hall Saturday night enjoyed a dance hosted by the Tau Delta orchestra of Whitman College. The band provided music for the event attracting many attendees and creating a festive atmosphere.
Soldier Hospital Opens At Fort Walla Walla For Public Tour
Public Sunday tour of the U S Veterans hospital at Fort Walla Walla drew up to 1200 visitors. Speakers described aims of the institution, its potential as a leading tubercular hospital, and the community role in supporting its operations and regulations. Nurses and attendants guided guests through hospital sections while Battery A directed traffic.
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U. S, Veterans Hospital
Fort Walla Walla
Health University
B. L. Penrone
Lerma
Hospital Montain
Dallfare
Lho
United States
Carter
Rosse Hospital
Monte
Caven
Pilot Rock Picnic at Pi Int Rock Draws Crowd
The community picnic at Pilot Rock Saturday drew a large turnout with Walter Pierce, Democratic candidate for governor, delivering the principal address. The day featured an engaging program including baseball and other sports for attendees.
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Pilot Rock
Pi Int Rock
Walter Pierce
Xovermor
Bridge Out After Flood Torrents Halt Station Road
Residents complain to the state highway commission over inaction as a bridge near Havas Ha station washed out by floods. The hard surfaced road remains unusable while authorities reassess repairs and safety.
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State Highway Commission
Havasha Station
Redemption of the Victory Note Called for June Fifteen 1922
The Treasury notes 8 percent Victory Notes are being redeemed in full on June 15 1922 with interest up to that date. Holders may redeem the 8 percent notes at par before June 16 1922 and receive accrued interest. Redeemable notes include 7 percent Victory Notes due May 20 1924 and 3 percent Victory Notes through June 1922. Redemptions may be processed via banks, branches of the Federal Reserve Bank, or direct to San Francisco. Proceeds may be reinvested in Treasury Savings Certificates up to 5000 dollars maturity.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Treasury
Ewllins Us
Treasury Department
United States
Secretary of the ‘Treasury
Federal Rewtve
Federal Repeive Bank
San Frantisco
Angeles
Portland
Seattle
Spo‘wan
Salt Lake City
Republican county central committee election results report
A recent meeting of the Republican County Central Committee saw the Ku Klux faction prevail by a five vote majority during the annual officer installation. New officers include A. G Hall of Milton as chairman, Josaph H. Parks of Pendleton as secretary, I. C. Artoburn of Pendleton as treasurer, C. H. Reader of Athena as congressional committeeman, and %. B. Castel of Pilot Rock as state committeeman.
Fourth of July Posters Planned for Athena Event
Umatilla county plans large posters announcing the Knights of Pythias Fourth of July celebration in Athena. Orders for posters and advertising matter have been placed with a local printing company.
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Umatilla
Knights of Pythias
Daly
Athena
Fin Astern Printing Company
Fatal head on crash injures driver on remote highway
A two car head on collision on a rural highway north of Athena seriously injures Calvin of the Goldendale area and damages both vehicles. The crash occurs near Stoptoe with eyewitness tracks suggesting neither driver saw the other in time. ambos transport the injured to Wallowa hospital and Dr Sharp treats the victims.
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Jack Burns
Calvin
Oredd
Goldan Date
Missionary Institute Held by Local Christian Churches
A district Missionary Institute of the Christian Churches gathering occurred Monday in the basement of the Athena Milton Pendleton church. About fifty Pendleton and Milton women participated with meals, devotions, talks, and music led by Mrs. Ward Swope and others. Next year’s session is planned for Clinton with noted organizers and a focus on farming land prospects.
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Missionary Socretion
Christian Churches of
Athena
Milton and
Pendleton
Rome
Milton
E. Rune Soll
Mra
Ward Swope
Portland
Mra, Rice
Dev‘otional
Ortly D
Havrin
Toxon
Iris
J Milton
Parsons
Juiton
Boy Scouts First Hike Near Weston Dam
Athena Troop of Boy Scouts began their first hike on a Wednesday morning under Beautmanter Stephens. Two patrols reached Pite Creek above the Weston dam and cooked breakfast with canofites. The group continued to Noun moss and spent the afternoon in outdoor recreation while plans for an overnight trip to the Wichilla river and a longer camping journey were discussed.
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Athena
Boy Beaute
Beautmanter Stephens
Pite Creek
Weston Dam
Wichilla
Miss Gladys Smith Weds Clifford Dune at Prest Presbyterian
Miss Gladys Smith and Mr. Clifford Dune were married May morning June 2 at Prest Presbyterian Church in Portland Kov Harold L Bowman officiated. The bride wore midnight blue tricotine with white sweat peas. attended by Alta Rudwell and Mrs Theadors Blick. After the ceremony guests joined a luncheon at The Bobiman. the couple will reside in Eugene.
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Gladys Smith
Mlue
Clifford Dune
Portland
Ty Kov
Harold Leonard Bowman
Mise Alta Rudwell
Theadors Blick
Mar
Woaton
EM. Smith
Weston High School
Ake
Worhington
Pioneers' Reunion Draws Crowd for Two Day Picnic
A long faded notice describes a two day Pioneer reunion in Fondistow with a grand program on both days. Today is set as Fondistow Day and tomorrow, though not officially Athena Day, will feature Athena events and a combined celebration activity in the Mars Tog area.
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Lange Exowds
Fondistow Dey
Athena
Mars
Irrigation Decision Guides Public Water Use in Walla Walla
A local decision governs water usage for irrigation in Walla Walla. The ruling emphasizes public benefit and requires strict adherence to limits to ensure fair access during the growing season.
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Knights of Pythias and the Baptist Celebration
MIC Club
Veterans Bureau
Sanford Ston
Dickey Whars
Roy Baker
Rov
D. B. Baker
Baptist Church
Steptoe
Wash
Apaper
Roy Bartlett Baker
Company Fy 18Th Railway Engineers
Parenta
D. J. Baker
Stoptoe
W. P. Ongood
Staptop Ince
Montana
C. [. Litainger
Los Angeles
J. Albert Baker
Hoquiam
J. R. Paulie
Norfolk
W. A. King
Bryce W. Baker
Fowien Ware
Missionary Institute OF Christian Churches
BOY Scouts
Hiram Knight
Bingham Springs
Miss Keen
Whitvun College
Zoln Keen
Plantet
Jones
Superno
Lang
Walter Mueller
Walla Walla le
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