McRea combines harvesters on display at Peebler & Chamberlain
Alex McRea impressive in jumper and overalls explains two McRae combine harvesters ready for harvest. Machines saw use in Washington wheat districts including Walla Walla near Milton. A third unit due soon. David Ferris and Banister boys linked to harvesting effort. Also reports of homes lost to fire in Sonnell Connell and Weston area. Springs resort at Bingham Springs opens June 15 under James Cornfield with dancing and bathing set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex McRea
Peebler & Chamberlain
Alex
McRae
Washington
Walla Walla Valley
Milton
Connell
Umatilla County
Sonnell
Wash
Clarence Whiteman
Everett Wishard
Weston
Reunion of Pioneers and Athena Colt Show Entries Open
The Athena colt show on Saturday June 22 will be judged by George Perringer W P Reeser and Mort McDonald with Charles Norris organizing entries. Classes cover roadsters light harness and draft stock plus foals, two year olds and yearlings. The 12th annual Pioneer reunion at Weston drew about 8000 attendees with picnics games and generous hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Perringer
Pendleton
W. P. Reeser
Mort McDonald
Walla Walla
Charles Norris
W. RB. Taylor
McBride & Co
Taylor
Pendleton Eagles
Umatilla County
Weeton
Weston
Athena
Place
Frank
Benjamin Mansfeld
Oregon
William Willaby
T. J.kirk
Benjamin Ogle
Jake Nelson
Ezekiel Stove
William King
Alvin Johnson
P. H. Colburn
Henry Adams
David Taylor
W. H. H. Scott
Moses Taylor
O. A. Barrett
J. T. Lieuallen
William Wallen
William Pinkerton
Dr. J. Dell
H. P. Millen
Guss Cannon
William McBride
George Gross
Thomas Watts
Mississippi Valley
Peterson, Peterson & Wilson to Open Pendleton Office
The Athena firm expands with a new Pendleton office in the Smith Crawford building and maintains three offices in Athena Milton Pendleton. Will M. Peterson moves to Pendleton to lead the new office. S D Peterson and Wilson manage Athena and Milton offices. Dr Sharp telegram reports death of son Mondmond N Sharp aged 45, a lawyer, outcome aligned with possible hemorrhage.
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Athena
Pendleton
Peterson
Time card changes shift schedules for U R N trains
A Sunday effective schedule update alters arrival times for U R N trains. Northbound passenger No 8 now arrives at 12 25 pm, Westbound No 7 at 3 40 pm, Westbound mixed No 47 at 12 26 pm, with southbound arrivals at 6 16 pm. Keen Won Horse Race details and grain samples call for decorative use.
Mules Trimmed In Complicated Hoof Surgery at Blacksmith Shop
Twenty two James Bell mules underwent hoof trimming using a hydraulic lifting device and carving bench at Buelaloop with aid from Grandview mayor and mule chiropodist assisted by Frank Bowlen. The process, involving restraints and canvass wrapping, occurs twice yearly in the shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buel
James Bell
Grandview
Frank Bowlen
Mr. Bell
Freewater Approves Public Water Franchise at Meeting
The Freewater City council unanimously approved a franchise for a city water system. Engineers Swain and Evans presented the plan to source water 11 miles from the mountains and lay 620 tons of pipe at about $35,000. Construction must begin within 18 months, boosting local real estate values alongside the Walla Walla Valley Traction company influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freewater
Council Chamber
Charles L. Swain
Howard Evans
Reading
Walla Walla Valley Traction Company
Palouse and Umatilla Lead In Record Wheat Harvest Optimism
Alva Leach of Kerr Gifford predicts Palouse and Umatilla will yield history’s largest wheat crop this year. He notes Big Bend and Columbia River counties lag, with cold springs, reseeds, and dry spells hurting stands. Prices are expected to rise as the crop moves, while Kerr Gifford exits Garfield relocation of agent Frank Rogers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Umatilla
Palouse
Alva Leach
Kerr-Gifford Company
Big Bend
Ritaville
Columbia River
Oregon
Walla Walla Valley
Athena
Preston-Parton Milling Company
Kerr-Gifford
Frank Rogers
Garfield, Wash
University of Oregon announces 31st annual commencement
The University of Oregon plans June 25 to 26 commencement with fifty five graduates from across the state. A musical festival featuring Professor Irving M. Glen directing orchestra and chorus will characterize the event. Alumni Week will mark commencement homecoming and a broad musical program across the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Oregon
Tte
Oregon
Irving M. Glen
Alamui
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Manasse’s
Butterick Patterns
M'Rea
Combine Harvester
C. A. Barrett & CO
Dell Brothers
Eagles
Dr. Sharp
Athena Agricultural
B. B. Richards
J. D. Plamondon
Walla Walla River
Commenc
Railroad
Ernest Maher
Union Pacific Railway
Maher
Whitsou
Ronancer
Woston
Hores
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Pioneer Drug Store
Pioneer Ding Store
Dade
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