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Athena Press

Location

Athena, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1909

Page

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Legal ruling upholds Oregon railroad rate powers

Judge Wolverton dissolves restraining order in Oregon Railroad case, endorsing state commission authority over intrastate freight rates while clarifying interstate commerce limits. The Oregon Railroad & Navigation Co seeks to block rate schedules affecting shipments within Oregon and connections to routes east and to San Francisco. The decision emphasizes intrastate control, with final relief hinging on reasonableness of state-mandated rates.

O. BR Wolverton Oregon State Railroad Commission Portland Oregon Railroad & Navigation Company Thomas K. Campbell Glyde B. Atchison Oswald West A M. Crawford W. W. Cotton J. N. Teal Teal & Minor Crawford Mr. Teal Oregon State Board of Railroad Commissioners O.R. & N. Ling Oregon Legislative Assembly of State Railroad Commission State Commission Commission San Francisco Dalles Southern Pacific

Prolific Ranch Display Wins $50 Prize at Fair

East Oregonian notes Charles Ogilvy, famed Pilot Roverahey farmer, won a $50 prize last year for the largest and best exhibit from a single farm. He aims to repeat this year with a vastly improved display. Last year he featured 62 varieties of farm produce, lauded as a world beater, and this year’s exhibit is said to exceed that effort.

Ogilvy Pilot Rock Birch Creek California Gulch Charles Ogilvy Roraavhey East Oregonian Inet Bia

Pendleton Fair Opens In Fourth Annual District Event

The fourth annual Pendleton fair of the Eastern Oregon District Agricultural Society opened Monday. Exhibits surpass prior years with broad attendance and strong entertainment offerings led by McElroy's military band. Horticultural and agricultural displays are vast, with wide representation from Umatilla and Morrow counties. Five stock and poultry exhibits draw ongoing interest, though space remains tight for expanded needs.

Eastern

Long Batters Perkins in Walla Walla bout

Lovie Long of Oakland defeated Elmer Perkins of Freewater in the fifth round of a scheduled 10 round match at Walla Walla Saturday night. Long dominated, flooring Perkins in the third and again in the fifth before the referee stopped it as Perkins staggered at the count of nine. Also noted was a clever exhibition by Whe Gaki and Jud, and a funeral in Freewater for Mina Ethel Standage with local lodge members in attendance. Injuries from a runaway near Hudson Bay left Dillion Hosking in critical condition. Train Nos. 45 and 46 between Walla Walla and Pendleton will discontinue express service after the 25th.

Long Perkins Lovie Long Oakland Elmer Perking Freewater Walla Walla Gaki Jud Porkina Athens Dime Theatre Tharp Mina Ethel Standage Dillion Hosking Hudson Bay Mr. Hosking Walla Walle Pendleton

Reading Room to Open in Church Basement Soon

A planned reading room will occupy the church kitchen while the dining room becomes a gymnasium and durusement hall. The new facility will host free simple gymnastics, indoor games, a shuttle board, a chess set, and donated games or magazines.

Christian Church

The Taggart Foss Wedding in Portland

A pretty Portland wedding united Thomas M. Taggart and Nellie I. Foss at the Gillan home on Rows shoot. Officiating was Reager of the First Christian church. a small gathering attended the 8 p m ceremony and a reception was planned for after October 10.

Portland Thomas M. Taggart Nellie I. Foss Mr. Reager First Christian Church of J. D. Gil-lan E.R. Bachan Mia. Taggart I Athens

Mill Must Pay Tax on Wheat Purchase

The Peacock Milling Company of Walla Walla must pay taxes on 14,100 bushels of wheat bought from W. P. Resor via contract. Delivery occurred after March 1, but the president signed the report, doubting who should pay. He appealed the tax in the lower court, and the supreme court affirmed.

Peacock Milling Company Walla Walla W. P. Resor Olympia Supreme Court

His Son the Only Pupil at Bond School

A fragment suggests a northwest school near Bond with a single pupil Jamey by ame, taught by a principal, faculty, and janitor united in James' father’s pursuit. The text hints at official support despite limited resources, implying the school holds significance in local will or authority.

Beau Pot Bond Jamey Byame James

Cloak And Suit Showings In Autumn Display

Steward Brown Athollio department store announces October 11 and 19 display dates with Houger and Thompson of Walla Walla. A large line of cloaks suits and dresses for Indies and children will be shown at their price of business. Also notes Townsend charged with killing James Lawrence near McMinnville. Townsend surrendered. revival preacher A M Oronoughman to Pendleton and Spokane duties.

Houger Thompson Walla Walla Steward & Brown Athollo’s Department Store Groom Chaiivainer Jose Townsend Joil Me Minnville James Lawrency Lawrance Townsend Townwend Tili McMinnville Fred bin Lawrence

Spokane Huncer Shot Near Lackle toombs

A chaotic note describes a shooting near Lackle Idaho with partial names like J Simmons and Spokane mentioned. Blood evidence appears at a woods edge while a trail leads toward the mountains and an injured person seeks aid. Report also notes travel from Honolulu to Portland and a U S supply and coaling station recommendation.

J. Simmons Spokane Lackle Idate

Oregon Medical Association Convention Convenes in Portleton

The annual meeting of the Oregon Medical Association convened in Portleton on Tuesday with more than 500 physicians in attendance. The gathering showcased medical developments and professional discussions among attendees from across the state.

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