Wheat yields seen in Athena region this year
Athena July 2 reports a better than expected wheat crop in Umatilla county with barrett predicting 75 percent of normal and 35 bushels per acre. Harvest may start around the 20th. Sacks arrive for Wheatgrowers Association as Barrett moves stock into his building.
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Athena
Umatilla
C. A. Barrett
Wheatgrowers Association
Lula Gross
Luke Read
Weston
Payne
Read
Laws Against Beggars in Tudor England and a Diamond Tale
An article recounts Henry VIII era laws making begging a capital offense with escalating punishments and a 60 year unamended period, then a tale of a lapidary turning a tainted yellow diamond white by removing the taint, as told in the Philadelphia Bulletin.
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England
Henry VIII
Edward
Mary
Elizabeth
Epigrams of an Indian Chief Joseph sayings
A brief collection attributes pithy lines to Chief Joseph of the Nez Perces. Notable quips warn against hypocrisy, silenced truths, and the limits of bravado. The mock wisdom spans fame, fear, and reputation with pointed turns of phrase.
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Joseph
Nez Perces
Cautionary Note on Undercooked Meats From Historic Press
A New York caterer praised as highly efficient warns that three foods must never be served underdone: fish, chicken, and veal. He emphasizes poultry and game birds require careful cooking, while lamb can be cooked more fully, reflecting century old culinary caution.
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New York
New York Press
Freewater Lightweight Boxer Prepares for Fourth Clash
Freewater boxer Elmer Perkins trains for a title shot against Eddie Conners at Meadow Park on July Fourth. Perkins previously met Perry Queenan in Mullan Idaho on April 19 1907 and holds a solid ring record. John Hurst, recently seriously ill, is hospitalized in Walla Walla. Residents plan the Fourth of July celebration in Walla Walla and Mountain camps.
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Freewater
Elmer Perkins
Eddie Conners
Meadow Park
Perry Queenan
Mullan
Idaho
John Hurst
Walla Walla Hospital
Walla Walla
You Should Know This Foley Kidney Remedy Claim
An ad notes Foley's kidney remedy claims to cure any kidney and bladder trouble within reach of medicine, endorsed by Pendleton Drug Co. The message markets the product as superior with no limitations stated beyond medical reach.
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Foley
Pendleton Drug Co
Which Cow Gives the Buttermilk Not the Goats
A Springfield Journal tidbit quotes a rural visitor and a countrywise local about dairy lore. The city resident asks which cow yields buttermilk and is told goats do. The exchange reflects local rural knowledge and humor.
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Springfield Journal
Quote sparks political truth in humorous exchange
In a Washington Star riff, Goodley urges voters to align votes with prayer while Wise counters that many men vote rarely. The dialogue hints at faith influencing civic life and leaves readers with a wry take on turnout and integrity in democracy.
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Goodley
Wise
Washington Star
Ridiculous hat sparks sharp chat in polite reply
A man derides a woman wearing a hat and she responds graciously asking if the hat is truly ridiculous. She smiles and says she feared it was not in style, noting it as lovely. The Philadelphia Ledger documents the witty exchange.
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Philadelphia Ledger
Permanent Receiver Pun Hits Yonkers Society Scene
In a wry Yonkers Statesman line up, Patience notes Will plans marriage to the girl he’s lavished funds on, joking that he’ll make her a permanent receiver as the couple’s long running courtship continues.
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Patience
Will
Patrice
Revenge a Wrong Itby Forgiving Shorten the Row
A terse phrase discusses seeking revenge by forgiving a wrong. It also mentions shortening the row by grinding the hoe, suggesting a metaphorical or literal task tied to labor or discipline. The text reads as a compact moral or proverb style line with rural imagery.
Russians Buy Land and Plan Settlements Near Weston
Weston July 2 Sim Key sold his Basket Mountain ranch to George Ragan of Walla Walla for 16000 dollars. Russians from Walla Walla are arranging to buy Warfield and Graves properties here and may relocate several families. Many residents will stay in the mountains until after the Fourth, with activities including a Cinderella play by Mrs. J J Beeler. Wheat is ripening rapidly and harvest is expected soon, with expected yields around 45 bushels per acre. An Interior Warehouse representative is stationed to oversee seasonal business. James King from Pendleton has arrived to manage the house.
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Chamberlain & Peebler
Athena
C. A. Barrett
Barrett
Chamberlain
Ira Kemp
Weston Bank
Adams
Mr. Kemp
Walla Walla
Helix
Pilot Rock
Wensha Springs
Jerry Stone
Lowell Rogers
BE. A. Dudley
Wenaha Springs
Alex McRae
McRae
Athena Farmers
Theorthwest
Bill” King
Roosevelt
William Russell
Weston
Sim Key
Basket Mountain
George Ragan
Warfield
E. Graves
Wenaha
J. J. Beeler
Cinderilla
Tton
Interior Warehouse Company
James King
Pendleton
Reliable Ike Kodol for Dyspepsia Sold by Tallman & Co
Take something reliable promptly for the stomach Ike Kodol for Dyspepsia Indigestion. Kodol is pleasant to take reliable and guaranteed to give relief. Sold by Tallman & Co.
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Tallman & Co
Wheat Looks Well The Adams Celebration Outing Plans
Adams residents plan summer trips as wheat ripens rapidly. Most will travel to Helix while others head to Walla Walla Pilot Rock or the mountains for a few days of camping. The piece notes local harvest timing and regional travel intentions.
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Adams
Helix
Walla Walla
Pilot Rock
Thie Seo
Hidaway Springs Fourth of July Celebration
Hidaway Springs plans a grand July 4 event with Hon J T Hinkle delivering the day’s oration and reading the declaration. An immense barbecue, races, dancing and swimming amusements are scheduled for visitors, with Kodol and Kennedy’s Laxative Syrup advertised by Tallman & Co.
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Hidaway Springs
J. T. Hinkle
Song of the Oregon Pine by Bert Huffman released
A new little poetry book titled The Song of the Oregon Pine by Bert Huffman is now on sale at Frazier Book Store. Priced at 60 cents, it is printed on fine paper and richly illustrated.
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Oregon
Oregon Pine
Bert Huffman
Frazier Book Store
Dissolution of Partnership Between Vandusen and Keller
Notice that the partnership between F. E. Vandusen and T. M. Keller has been dissolved by mutual consent. Signed by F. E. Vandusen.
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F. £. Vandusen
T. M. Keller
Mrs Joyce Recommends Foley’s Kidney Remedy in Letter
Mrs Joyce of Claremont New Hampshire writes that about a year ago she bought two bottles of Foley's Kidney Remedy that cured a severe kidney trouble of several years and calls it a grand good medicine, endorsing it to Pendleton Drug Co.
Why don't you try Sexine Pills for weakness
An advertisement urges readers to try Sexine Pills as a tonic for weakness in men and women. It guarantees results and prices are listed as $1 per box or six boxes for $6. Pendleton Drug Co. is named as the seller, claimed to be a trusted store with no substitutions.
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Simpst
Pendleton Drug Co
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Hot Lake
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