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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1896
Page
3
A brief notice notes Dr Price Cream Baking Powder awarding a Colt Medal at the Midwinter Fair, with Sen Francie referenced in connection to the event and honors.
Local notes report wind and dust then rain and mud in Athena. Community updates include Barrett headquarters for lawn mowers, new ads, and local travel by J. Bloch and Owen Rusl. Several residents face illness, repairs, and social events while area businesses advertise goods and services.
A letter from a well known Republican voter in Umatilla county Oregon urges balanced casting in the sheriff race. He supports Democrat William Blakeley, praising his honesty, independence, and thrift while criticizing extreme partisan voting and urging readers to vote for Blakeley for sheriff. The writer also notes support for McKinley and Mitchell at higher offices and ends by urging Blakeley’s election by a large majority.
The Democratic nominee Hon J H Rasey spoke in Union last Friday to a large audience. He endorsed silver at 16 to 1, supported Mitchell for senator if Democrats cannot win, and contrasted his stance with Republican candidate Taylor. Memorial day plans in Athena feature addresses, music, and a basket dinner at the M E church, with a program by bands and local speakers.
The fourth annual Umatilla county pioneers reunion began in Weston with a strong turnout and a varied program. Music came from the Weston tea, brew band, and the normal school chorus, with addresses by Rev. A. B. Olds, Mayor G. W. Proebatel, Colonel E. J. Boyd, and Judge Lowell. Nora Canhoo led a noted singing and speaking number, and an Athena Weston union concert closed the day. The next focus is the State Sunday School Convention in Portland with practical plans for delegates and credentialing.
Reports from near Mr. McCran's place describe an Indian burial site unearthed during road work. A skeleton was found seated upright amidst a pile of stones with a preserved jawbone. The explorer James Foy brought the skull to the Statesman office, suggesting historical battles may have occurred nearby.
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