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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1916
Page
4
A garbled report notes Timea celebration linked to an Inter Mow with Win Excellency John iysu sano, Titular Archbishop of MililWne. The interviewer recalls modern American literature and the writer’s four years in the country, with cautious verdicts on eloquence and expression.
A letter column in the sports section features fans debating the best approach to golf strategy and practice. Readers discuss plans, preferences, and questions about course play amid casual remarks and light jest.
A fragmentary tale describes a gentleman in a humorous exchange with a Walter over clams and an order. The Walter explains why only 11 clams are served, hinting at avoiding writing at thewt table. The piece reflects quirky dialogue and period newspaper tone from the Christian Herald.
Fragmentary overheard chatter from a Boston transcript reprints a muddled exchange involving Mrs Blunderby and Walter. The garbled speech mentions German preachings and attempts to convey understanding, with unclear references to a brother and pupter.
A fragmented account depicts a suspended sentence as a man mutters in a delirious courtroom. Witnesses report he ponders actions and questions who could have harmed him, while others interpret the moment as a rare instance of quiet contemplation amid proceedings.
Two Zeppelins were shot down or disabled during a London raid. One crashed in Mangold, fatal for its crew. the second landed after being disabled, with its crew taken prisoner. Widespread damage affected small homes and shops as air battles raged with many planes supporting the defense.
The Lake Washington steamer Triton owned by Anderson Steamboat Co struck a snag near Byers Landing and ran aground on the beach. All 26 passengers and crew landed safely as water flooded the wing room, but Captain Hiram Riddle managed a controlled arrival at the wharf before the vessel filled further.
A Sunday blaze devastated Phoenix New York area 16 miles north of Syracuse causing over 1 million dollars in damage. One known fatality and eighty two buildings destroyed left residents facing shortages of food and basic supplies. Local deputies helped organize relief as townsmen faced ruin and mass displacement. Berlin reports Germany increases horse and cattle rations amid harvests improving feed and livestock conditions.
A military kite balloon completed a 120 mile journey from Akron to Washington Courthouse, landing Saturday after 4 hours 45 minutes. The cigar shaped airship flew without powered propulsion, steered by planes, piloted by Roth and Wellin. In Virginia, reports say two airmen were wounded in the Southurn fleet action with 12 bombs released, nine landing successfully.
World War era dispatches indicate renewed intense fighting across the southwest theater from Pripet to the Danube near Vladimir Volynski Lutsk and the Carpathians as forces clash. Athens reports Venizelos plans a Crete based manifesto to rally support for a national defense movement and a possible mobilization against dethroning King Constantine.
Washington reports American exports topped $610,000,000 in August, a new world record and $86,000,000 above May’s high. Imports fell to $19,247,891 below June, yet August surpassed all prior August totals. Yearly exports reached $4.75 billion with imports at $2.2 billion, free-duty share at 66.5 percent. The US trade balance stood at $81 million for August, with a 12 month export surplus of $2.465 billion and a net gold movement of $29 million for August. Gold imports August $41,258,716 versus $61,041,191 last year.
Washington reports that the German warships detained naturalized American Sandor Polak from the Dutch steamer Penn Hendrik on charges under investigation. Germany asserts mail censorship claims previously voided by the Hague convention, now apparently discontinued. Auditor Clau sen closes Equitable Savings in Seattle. assets and liabilities total around 76 000 with real estate depreciation cited. War department notices higher guard and regular troop raises. fatalities and deaths count shown for the week ending Beyiumber 5.
Clackamas county farmers in Oregon City area plan to trial an imported wheat variety. George Bon Junsion notes he carried seed from his homeland years ago and believes the wheat could perform well. Farmers hope the experiment yields better yields than local strains.
An advertisement claims a novel remedy for rheumatism and dropsy, detailing how uric acid forms stones and how the remedy acts to aid digestion and cleanse the system. It promotes free examination of urine samples and water tests by Dr. Pierce or his Associated Physicians, with no expense to the patient.
Northwest market page lists prices for crops, hay, butter, eggs, meats, and vegetables. It includes Oregon values for Timothy, alfalfa, wheat bag, oats and vetch, clover, and hay, with figures per ton or per pound. Livestock sections cover cattle, hogs, and sheep, detailing prime, good, and common ranges, plus prices for butter and vegetables like artichokes, tomatoes, and cabbage.
Fragmentary readers’ snippets reveal humor and quips about work, pride, and fashion from Panrson’s Weekly and the Detroit Free Press. Vivid lines lampoon labor, worth, and age with quick wits from unnamed residents and a joking barber of the era.
A readers testimonial from Des Moines credits Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound with restoring health and avoiding surgery. The letter praises the remedy for weak health and urges others to seek confidential advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co in Lynn, Massachusetts.
Farmers sold about 100000 bushels of wheat at roughly 1.20 to 1.28 dollars, amid a volatile grain market. Alex Wray J E Berryman sold 22000 bushels of chotco bluestem, G Schwenk 7000, with smaller lots noted. yields varied by variety and condition near Touchet as County Agriculturist Patton reports.
The Rock Island district reports bananas shipped to Chicago sold in two cars at 2.10 for extra fancy 1.00 for fancy 1.20 for C grade on the first car and 2.00 extra fancy 1.50 for fancy on the second car. The second car was shipped a month ago. Empire state apple crop quality is poor with many culls while Virginia reports the largest best quality crop in its history. Shenandoah and Cumberland Valleys orchards are leased for fine fruit. Klamath Falls seeks grazing tax changes to tax transient livestock. Tacoma Grocery firm to supply 9600 pounds of meat and nuts.
A crowded collage of 19th century clippings highlights declarations on national progress and state fairs, noting McKinley era sentiment, the enduring value of expositions, and the role of fairs in showcasing production across agriculture, industry, and education. It also weaves in humor, anecdotes, and advertisements, illustrating daily life and public discourse of the period.
A professor scolds students for missing clear observation, urging sharper faculties as a loud classroom moment unfolds. The dialogue weaves misread quotes, notebooks, and student reactions amid a chaotic, humorous teaching moment.
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