Democratic setback noted in Walsh bid for presidential nomination
In Athena Oregon on March 28 1928 a critique argues Senator Walsh is a strong but late entry against Tammany Smith in the Democratic race for president. It says Walsh would likely have won Houston convention support with proper organization, but the late timing hurts his chances due to Tammany influence. The article also credits the Wright brothers with a successful powered flight, following controversy over prior efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Walsh
Tammany
Houston
Tammany Tiger Claws
Indian land claims reach $1250000 for 6.5 million acres
The poor Indian is to get a square deal as at least two Washington tribes may submit claims against Uncle Sam for 1.25 million dollars, covering 6.5 million acres in Idaho, Washington and Montana. The land is said to have been taken by the government without formal Indian consent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Uncle Sam
Idaho
Montana
Damages and satire mingle in Oregon and West Coast notes
A collage of clipped items cites a mayor kissing joke, dam safety reviews after California's St Francis dam collapse, a Los Angeles Examiner estimate on building a 40 billion city, Oregon basketball in state tourney, license tax debates, Arthur Brisbane quips, Seattle theatre bombings, lawyer-laden politics, and Athena dog licensing trends.
Two Victims Honored In Atlantic Flight Tribute
Captain Walter Hingh liffe and the Honorable Elsie Mackay, British subjects, died in an across the Atlantic plane voyage from east to west, honored as tributes to the god of chance. The piece recalls prior Kaiser yacht naming and other varied notes on boats, poultry, fishing season, and cultural references.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Hinghliffe
Elsie Mackay
Atlantic
Why Do They Do It Morning Oregonian Reflection on aviation daredevilry
The piece argues that early air feats mix sport with science, praising courage but condemning pure nerve and imprudent stunts. It predicts future attempts will continue, likely by chance, while aviation progresses only when lives are valued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morning Oregonian
Bond sale notice for Umatilla County district bonds
On March 24 1928 bids will be received at B B Richards Athene ga for Fifteen Thousand Dollars of Umatilla County Oregon School District 29 bonds dated April 10 1928 due October 1 from 1928 to 1934 and 1935 totaling amounts with interest at 4.75 percent. Bidders must submit unconditional offers and be ready to deliver. board may reject bids. Clarence Zerba Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. B. Richards
Athéna
Umatilla
Oregon
Clarence Zerba
Notice of Final Account in Vaughn Estate
In the County Court of Oregon for Umatilla County the final account and report in the estate of Minerva D. Vaughn, deceased, has been filed. A hearing is set for Saturday March 24 1928 at 10 00 AM in the County Court room Pendleton Oregon. Objections must be filed by that date. Athena Oregon February 24 1928 A H McIntyre Administrator Watts Prestledge Attorneys Athena Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Oregon
Umatilla
Minerva D. Vaughn
Pendleton
Umatilla County
Athena
A. H. McIntyre
Watts & Prestlege
Summons In Keelin Divorce Case In Oregon Court
Robert G. Keelin is required to answer the complaint filed by Mabel Keelin within four weeks of the first February 24, 1928 publication. The suit seeks a decree of dissolution of marriage, an absolute divorce, name change to Mabel Pickens, and other equitable relief. Proceedings are in Athena, Oregon, with attorneys Will M. Peterson and George R. Lewis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
State of Oregon
Umatilla
Mabel Keelin
Robert G. Keelin
State of
Oregon
Mabel Pickens
Equitable
James Alger Fee
Athena Press
Athena
Umatilla County
Will M. Peterson
George R. Lewis
Pendleton
Classified items list from Athena Oregon sale
Classified notices offer good horses and mules, dry fir wood. Frank Watkins promotes hatching with Clark ventilation in Athena. White Leghorn baby chicks available through Donald McFadden. Team work by Claud Dickenson covers plowing and garden work at reasonable prices.
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Frank Watkins
Athena
Clark
Donald McFadden
Oregon
Claud Dickenson
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The
F. B. Boyd
Board of Regents
Smithsonian Institution
Wright Brothers
British Museum
London
Wrights
Baker
Mary Garden
George
St. Francis
California
Los Angeles Examiner
Los Angeles
Medford
Mine-11
Huskies
Washington High of
Portland
Arthur Brisbane
Arthur
Iai
John Dans
Seattle
Canady
Dona
Kaiser
Alice Roosevelt
Hippocrates
Walter Hinchliffe
Colt
Nungesser
NEW McCormick-Deering
Harvester Company
McCormick-Deering
McCormick- Deering
Rogers & Goodman
Mercantile Trust
Ore
B. Moore
Jensens
Blacksmith
ADAIR
Cash Grocery
Alice Eager
D.r.shampoo
First National Bank OF Athena
Duffield
Athena, Ore
Milton Bakery
H. W. Kreiger
Herb Parker and
Troy Laundry
Twin City Sanitary Cleaners
F. E. Smith
Milton Freewater
Penn Harris Barber Shop
Preston-Shaffer Milling Co
Athena Labor
Northwest
Merchant Millers & Grain Buyers
Waitsburg, Wash
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