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Newspaper

Athena Press

Location

Athena, Oregon, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1919

Page

2

Editorial Endorses Roosevelt Highway and Irrigation Guarantee

The Malhaur Enterprise advocates support for two measures in the June special election. It argues the Irrigation Interest Guarantee and Roosevelt Highway bill bring vast land development and better coast county roads, boosting isolated regions without state cost, while urging Eastern Oregon voters to back the reforms for broad statewide benefits.

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Contention and confusion amid war era public notices

A jumble of fragmentary passages includes opinions on government policy and labor, then shifted to formal notices. Stockholder meeting announced for Palmers Grain Elevator in Athens Oregon on June 1919 for director election, followed by probate notice appointing an executor for John Harris estate and creditor claims. Henry A. Barrett named executor. Homer I. Watts counsel. Foley's Honey and Tar referenced for children.

Forcing Growth of Plants Through Electricity Claim

A historical report discusses claims that applying electricity to seeds and crops can accelerate growth and yields. It cites a 1910 Essex experiment where treated wheat matured in 12 weeks versus 18 weeks, plus notes on carrots cabbage and other plants showing increased vigor from electrical treatment.

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Rock That Floats Near Prospect Shocks Locals

Reports describe a strange rock formation near Prospect Oregon off Winntyperty that appears to float and emit water from around 24 inches deep on its site. Mr Grlove and observers say the rock resembles a petrified stone and floats near the pond area. The owner suggests continued exploration with the War Department direction to determine the phenomenon and its yearly changes in the surrounding lake and country.

Orlowe Jackson County Ore Grlove Firleve Pele War Department

The Upward Path Through Nonsense Versus Merit

Fragmentary text discusses perseverance and ambition in a harsh job market. It contrasts steady effort with reactive claims to better positions, suggesting perseverance and self-belief as keys to securing work and advancement. The passage reads like a didactic meditation on work ethic amid contradictory ideas.

Final Account Notice in Umatilla County Oregon

Probate notices for the estate of Fannie O Myrick deceased in Umatilla County Oregon announce Olive Lee as administratrix. A hearing date is set for May 3, 2019 at 2:00 PM in Pendleton County Court. Creditors must file vouchers within six months of first publication.

Notice of Final Accounts in Mary Lafave Estate

Notice is given that Goraignod has filed final account and report in the Mary LaFave estate in Hee County Court. A hearing is set for Saturday May 31, 1811 at 18:00 in the county court room Pendleton Oregon. Objections must be filed in the matter by the specified date. Carriled Bergevin, Administrator With the Will Annexed.

State of Oregon Umatilla Ciud& Hiteman Pendleton Sixte Mary LaFave Aid Finn Bergevin

Notice to Creditors in the Estate of D G McKenzie

Notice is hereby given to all persons concerned that Alexander McKenzie has been appointed executor of the last will and testament of Daniel G McKenzie deceased and has qualified as such. All persons having claims against the estate must present them with vouchers to the executor at his home in Ardama Oregon or at the law office of Will M Peterson Pendleton Oregon within six months from the first publication date Friday April 18 1919.

Umatilla Oregon John Harris Hartin Athena Homer I. Watts Athens Henry A. Barrett State of Pannie Myrick Olive Lee Fannie O. Myrlck Elaine Will M. Peterson Smith-Crawford Pendleton Olive Les Grade D. G. ‘McKenzie Alexander McKensie Daniel G. McKensie Adarma Alexander McKenzie

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