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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1914
Page
2
The Athena Bross Independent Newspaper announces weekly editions published Fridays. Offices listed at Third and Telfernon Street in Athena Oregon. Subscription rates include one year for 1500 cents prepaid, otherwise two dollars. three month terms available. June 12 issue date.
A critical critique of mail order houses and patent medicines, arguing they exploit credulity and drain communities. It laments the false promises of quack products, contrasts the supposed dangers of large catalogs with the value of reputable manufacturers, and urges support for honest merchants building local prosperity.
A damaged report describes a ship crisis where crew nudges and a tense captain clash emerge. Officers claim rebellious sailors threaten navigation while an engineer seeks order as a past voyage ended with the captain halted by force. Passengers survived the storm and port calls prompted corporate notices.
A Cleveland lawyer describes a bitter court scene as a wife seeks divorce and the judge laments the lack of proof while the husband challenges the claim. The exchange turns from humor to legal strain as the judge questions the fault and the wife remains firm.
In a century old tale from St James Gazette, AVattor Scott recalls Duke Roxharghe and the curious watchman Archie who knew every book. A tale centers on Moore House and a sudden funeral bell as Archie dies after pledging service to the duke.
A chaotic scene at a theater ends with the production halted by imperial anger. Eugene Chevalier, cast as the man of destiny, is excluded after a box of oil decorations is ignited, causing a dramatic eruption and leading to the play never again being produced.
Notice to creditors of the estate of Lovie Lin Birasohe deceased and notice of final account for John L. Duffy in Umatilla County Oregon. Claims must be filed with vouchers at the executor’s Athan office or with Homer J. Watts within the specified period to avoid default. Dated June 6 1914. STRPAES A. LOWELL Administrator.
City of Atbout announces cancellation of all outstanding warrants against both the general fund and water fund. Interest will change on these warrants on and after the date of publication. Dated the 8th day of May 1H V. C. Barky, Treasurer. Ideal Home one listing offers reduced price with water, fruit trees, and 20 acres in Breewater, Oregon.
Court notices for Mamie Boyd against G Boyd to Cleveland Boyd, requiring appearance before July 7, 1914, and details of final account and administration notices for Elizabeth Dell estate and Charley Carpenter estate, with appointments in Pendleton Oregon and deadlines in May and June 1914.
Notice to creditors in Umatilla County Oregon announces administration of the estate of the late T I Watts. Creditors must present claims with proper vouchers to Homer L Watts attorney and administrator at Athena Oregon within six months from the notice date dated May 1 1914.
Public summons notices Lexington Realty Company seeks decree to foreclose tax lien on property described as west half of the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter in section 10 township north range 36 east Willamette meridian. Owners WilliamSchults and others must appear within sixty days or payment and costs to avoid judgment. Also administrator appointed for Owen Raniel deceased to collect claims within six months.
T D Taylor pledges to serve as sheriff if elected and urges voters to support him against Sam Democrat ic candidate. He claims a strong record and readiness to give his best service and notes he has previously held the office.
L L Mann pledges personal attention to county sheriff duties if elected He vows to enforce Oregon laws including bootlegging prostitution and related crimes and to run a tight fiscally responsible office with economy and strict conduct once in office.
A county official argues for a road tax expansion to fund widespread improvements. The plan seeks transparent accounting so every dollar is clearly represented to taxpayers, addressing concerns about how funds are allocated.
When choosing building materials you cannot trust lumber or cement to be honest. The brick remains the one fool-proof option, assuring you that the material is not tampered with by the contractor. Best grade common building brick always on hand with solicited correspondence.
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