Moonshiner Attack Wounds Doc York Near Pulaski West Virginia
Weston Leader J N York of Neverfail farm reports his brother Doc York age 38 was wounded by moonshiners near Pulaski West Virginia. Acting as deputy sheriff Doc York and another officer raided a still but were fired on from ambush. York was struck three times and one leg shattered requiring amputation at the knee. He has ties to Weston and earlier West work in the Gilbert Hunt factory at Walla Walla.
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Weston
J. N. York
Neverfail Farm
Doc York
Pulaski
West Virginia
York
Lee
West
Gilbert Hunt
Walla Walla
Pendleton Legion Drum Corps Dance At Athena Hall
The American Legion drum corps from Pendleton sponsored a Tuesday dance at Athena Legion hall. The group paraded in red and tan uniforms before the event, while Fletcher's orchestra provided music with several attractive features. A fair sized crowd attended the dance.
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Drum Corps of the
American Legion
Pendleton
Legion Hall
Athena
Muale
Fletcher
Miss Dorothy Rodman Plans Eugene Visit Then Seattle Study
Miss Dorothy Rodman who has helped correct state examination papers will travel to Eugene this weekend to visit her brother there. She will visit friends in Salem before proceeding to Seattle to attend the University of Washington summer school.
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Eugene
Dorothy Rodman
Salem
Seattle
University of Washington
Walla Walla Party Dines at Koepke Ranch Near Athena
A group from Walla Walla enjoyed dinner at the Koepke ranch south of Athena on Friday. Afterward, seven tables of bridge were played with Miss Thelma Thompson of Pendleton and Mr. Bert Krause of Walla Walla achieving high score. Legion members visited during the evening and performed a charivari for the Koepkes, following earlier calls on Mr. and Mrs. Penn Harris to offer compliments.
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Walla Walla
Koepke
Notice on Salvation Army Donations and Checks
Notice for donors to verify solicitors are with the Salvation Army and to make checks payable to The Salvation Army. Signed by Lieut. Geo. H. Eggert of Pendleton Oregon.
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Salvation Army
The
Geo. H. Eggert
Pendleton
Oregon
Wheat harvest advances despite setbacks from cool weather
Despite cooling conditions slowing wheat growth, sections report an earlier harvest than anticipated as farmers repair equipment and continue summer work on the farm.
Overflowing Umatilla River floods draw anglers
Waters of the Umatilla River and adjacent streams overflowed their banks during the warm spell at the start of the week. Crowds of fishermen lined the river shores, but few fish were caught as meltwater surged downstream.
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Umatilla
Muddy Water Mirrors Troubled River Condition
Reports note the muddy condition of the river water reflecting upstream disturbances and flooding risks. Officials urge caution for fisheries and nearby communities as sedimentation persists and rainfall remains unsettled.
Sunday School and Activities Announced by Church
The church schedules Sunday School at 9 45 A M with a social life emphasis. A Progressive picnic departs at 6 00 A M Saturday with transportation provided. Divine worship at 11 A M features Christ s Self Mastery. Junior Young People meet 6 00 P M, seniors 7 00 P M. Evening service at :00 P M discusses The Loss of Christ. Mid week Prayer and Bible study are set for Thursdays at 8 00 P M.
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Old Clubfoot Bears Fall to Camp Rifle in Wallowa
31 Years Ago May 15 1896 the famous grizzly known as Old Clubfoot in Imnaha is slain by Camp rifle amid tales of its size and cattle predation. Bears are numerous in eastern Wallowa county and this specimen reportedly could drag a 1200 pound beef steer. R E Crow and Charles Thompson head for mountains to cut cord wood. W E Young and W J Wilkinson travel to Grand Lodge I O C F. The Athena and Weston bands plan a joint concert May 28 at the Weston opera house for the Pioneer’s picnic. A football team will be organized. expect bruises. Populists hear Quinn the congressional nominee speak. Frank Wormington and Claude Steen buy three instruments for Milton band. Woodmen Camps may host a county picnic at Athena in a grove by the creek.
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Imnaha
Wallowa County
R. E. Crow
Charles Thompson
W. E. Young
W. J. Wilkinson
Grand Lodge
C. F
Athena
Weston
Opera House
Quinn
Congress
Frank Wormington
Claude Steen
Milton
Wormington
Athena Band
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Rogers @ Goodman
Mercantile Trust
Umatilla River
Detroit
Cincinnai
Cleveland
Pittsbur( Washingt Philad
Middle West
South
Union Pacific
C. M. Eager
Oreg
Goodyear
Athena Garage
Steve’s Grocery
Kalsemining
E. A. Bennett
B. B Richards
J. L. Harman
Pendleton Machine Works
Main
Bell & Dickenson
Continental Oil Company
Bryce Baker
Kilgore Cafe
Gerald Kilgore
A. W. Logsdon
the Lumber
Turn-A-Lum Lumber Co
Main Street
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