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About The Weston leader. (Weston, Umatilla County, Or.) 189?-1946 | View Entire Issue (May 6, 1921)
V EADER TON 1 NUMBER 48 WESTON, OUEGON. llU )AY. MAY (J. 1021 VOLUME 43 WES GERMANY IS GIVEN TEN DAYSTO DECIDE Teutons Mutt Accept or Reject Demtndi of Allies By May 12. London 0rmnr will have until May It le accept the ultimatum of lb allies on payment of reparation and guaran: blading br in fuirill br obligation; otherwise th Ruhr district wilt be occupied. Th uprm council dsrlded upon in eilon lo be tkn should Oer many fall to accept. The preamble of lb agreement recited lht Germny, having failed lo fulfill lb treaty of Vrlll with respect to reparations, dlssrmamaat and punishment of the r criminals nd hsvlng violated var lout other arllrlae, the allied govern ment have decided to occupy th Ruhr. Brliib and Belgian force on , tb Rhino will Join wlib tbo Ftonrb. Tb rp ration commission will no tify Germany of tb wmi payable and tha eondltlona of payment. Germany's reply must b aeeeptane with rrva llnna or dleeusstone. If turn affirma tive rply la not relvd by lb even In of May iS Iha occupation will be- Tb alllal aupram council derided , lo tak no naval anion aiilnat Cor many without consulting lb United - mates. This waa agreed to aftar a ratbar full dlacualon by tha council mambara with Admiral Roatty of Eng laud and Admiral Oraaaat of Franca, regarding plana for nsval praaaura up on Oarmany. GERMAN PROPOSALS HELD UNACCEPTABLE Washington. Tha Oerman repara tion couniar-propoaala ar unaecept bla aa a bala for discussion, 8ecr lary Hugh Informed Dr. Simons. Ger man foreign minister. In a oota aanl lo Berlin. Tha aecraury alao urged tha Oar mm poramment to make further pro poaale dlracUy to Iba allied govern mania. Ila aipreaaad again the earn aat daalre or tha American govern ment for a prompt eettlemcnt of "thl vital question." Tb eommunlcatloo waa made pub lie without comment and offlclala gen ' orally refused to dlacutt tha altuatlon. Tb American position la underatood lo beta bss alnca Germany forward ad her counter propoaata that a set ' llemeot would havs been advised, If potalble by dlacualon, .and oven In tha face of an allied advance Into Oar man territory, tha United Btatea would not ceaa to work for auch a aettle mant. At tha aama time It waa em phasised that the American govern ment atanda with tha alllea In demand ing proper reparation. . Child Welfare Conference. The Child Welfare conference held in Weton Tuesday' and Wcdncaday of this week, waa a most successful event Scventy-one children were presented for Inspection, about thir ty of -them being found in need of corrective feeding methods. Wra. Edith G. Van Deuscn of Pendleton, home demonstration agent, assisted by Miss Ussio Lane, nutrition ex- " pert from 0. A. C, gave Individual talks to wothera on proper dicta for growing children. Doctora Wains cott, Johnston and Best of Tcndloton, Smith of Athena and McKinncy of Weston were the examining physi cians. Mrs. L . I. O'llarrn, local project leader, aclected as helpers Mesdames Ellsworth Woods, M. Wal ter rederscn, Newton O'Harra, C. E. Flsk, W. S. Price, Albert O'llerra, Emory StagRa, Joseph Wurscr and Frank Snider. Entries were made from Helix, Athena and Weston ''mountain. NOTICE TO SUBSCRIBERS If this notice is marked it signifies that your aubscrlptlon expired on tha first day of May, 1921. Tha Weston Leader is on cash-ln-advance basis, and will greatly appreciate your prompt renewal. THE WESTON LEADER. Miss Anna Lavender, who is com pleting her first year at Willamette University, writes to local friend that she will be glad to return home to Weston ao aoon aa the school year la finished. ( "OYER THE HILL" i rHtHNMHMt Milton-Free water won Sunday' game from Athena by the acorn' of II to 4. Tba game waa much better than the acor would Indicate, aay those who aw It The ground were in a deplorable condition, the Infield being; located in a rockpllc. Touchet cornea her (or game Sunday, ami i aaid to have a fat, acrappy team. The game will be called at 2:30. W. C. Kinnit-I in in Halt Uko City thin week attending buying conven lionof tha manager of J. C. Penney tore. Mra. K, C. Roger wan a guest Wednesday of Mr. Water in Milton. Kay LeGrow wa up at tho Bcrgc vln stock ranch on Siuaw 'nek Sun day and report that Men Kalea was thrown from a horao and had an arm fractured. He waa taken to Pen dleton where the fracture waa re duced. Mr. Loren II. Hauler f Salem haa been elected to fill the vacancy in the high school teaching force. Mr. Dea ler cornea to Athena exceptionally well recommended in Science and Athletica. Athena people will remem ber him a the preldent of the Wil lamette Mco Club, which appeared here laat February. Mnt. David Stone will go to Walla Walla Monday for a dress rcheiKal of the opera, Moiart'a "The Magic Flute," which will he presented in the Keylor Grand on Tuesday evening of next week under direction of Prof. Olrnon of the Malen Burnett School of Munic. Some HO voic will be heard in the opera, a number being from Milton. Mr. Stone will have had only two rchearoaU with the en tire company, but her friend arc con fident of her entire aucrese in the part he I elnging, one of the principal aopranoa. PROMINENT WFSTON COUPLE ARK UNITED IN .MARRIAGE A wedding of unusual interest oc curred Sunday afternoon, May 1st, when Mis Ruby Price became the bride of Lyle Webb. The ceremony took place at 2:30 p. m. at tho home of tha brido'a parents, Mr. and Mr. W. S.' Price, north of Weston, and waa witnessed by relatives and Inti mate friend of tho bridal couple. The house was elaborately decor ated with apple olossoms, masa of fragrant pink and white , flowera banking the altar where the nuptial vowa were oxchanged. Rev. A. J. Starmer, officiating clergyman, em ployed new and Impressive ring serviced The bride was radiant in a beautiful gown of ivory satin. She carried bouquet of Ophelia roses, combined with orange blossoms worn by the bride's mother at the time .of her marriage. Following tho cerumony, congrat ulatlona and good wishea were ex tended to the happy young peoplo, after which delicioua aurpcr was served. The wedding cake, prepared by Mra. Charles M. Price, aunt of the bride, was an outstanding feature of the repast, and waa cut by the young wife in a manner conforming to tradition. Mr. and Mrs. Webb left Sunday evening upon a honeymoon trip to Portland . and beauh resorts. The bride is n member of a prom inent pioneer family of Umatilla county, an accomplished and . cul tured maid,' enjoying tho affection and cstttcm of all her acquaintances. Lylo Webb is tho son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Webb of Woston, and Is a young man possessing many admi rable qualities and recognised busl noss ability. Mr. and Mrs. Webb plan to establish their future heme in Weston. V A splendid array of. wedding gifts attest tho genuine popularity of tho ncwly-wcda. Tho following guests participated in the joyous celebration: Mrs. M. J.. Maybce. Mabton, Wash.; "Mr. and Mrs. George May bee and son Loren of Pasco, Wash.; Misa Ruth Murray of Spokane; Wash.! Mrs. II. J. Taylor of Pendle ton; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Webb, Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Price, Mr. and Mrs. James II. Price, Mr. and Mrs. J. Marvin Price, Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Trice, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Price and son Eldred, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Price and daughter Zona Catherine, Mr. and Mrs. Tim McBride, Mr. and Mrs. L. I. OUarra, Mr. and Mrs. Ion Lundell, Mr. and Mrs. J. Hart Williams, Rev. and Mrs. A. J. Starmer; Mesdame A. G. Winn and E. M. Warren; Misses Wavel O'Har ra, Mina Pric and Ora Webb; Mr. George Winn. x - A REAL HOME ON A" NARROW LOT J 'v-J 5T" I " y i i tn rv1.- -'CJ IT would be One If every, bom builder could afford a big. broad lot. But thl never wa the case, and with mounting cost of Isnd and street Improvamet ts, It Is lesa ao than ever now. A great many people must build their bouses on comparatively narrow lots. They can do tbla and (.till have attrac tive bomea. If they are careful to secure the right design. The house here shown I only 18 feet wldo. Even with the bay nd the aide entrance. It will go on a 25-foot lot, and go beautifully on a !ot JO feel wide. . Opening the door fiom the side porch, you enter a email ball. On . (No 206) '' Di-iMwr MP THE CONDITION OF RLPORf OF THE CONDITION Oh h.. w . ii I. i. v i . ... i n ii nr. wv . m . I IIO I flillli. u ' t ' . , ton, in the State of Oregon, at the close or business April zs, ii; KESOUKCE8. Loans and discount $202,605 06 Overdrafts, socured and un- secured .2-3 87 Bond and warrants.... 18,486 42 Banking house S.&tJO 00 Furniture and fixtures 1,000 00 Other real estate owned 8,272 3 Due from approved reserve banks l59r? 12 Checks and other cash item 6o 06 Cash on hand 7,749 86 Total.,.:.'...:...-. $258,743 78 LIABILITIES Capital stock paid in..... $ 30,000 00 Surplus fund.. :.. 16,000 00 Undivided profits, less ex- peiwcs and taxes paid Duo to banks and banker ... 43 98 Individual deposits subject to check 90,903 42 Demand certificates of de- posit 1,860 bO Time and Savings deposits 49.6S2 03 BiUsjble for money bor- Other lin'biiities .,' 10.610 90 Total A $258,743 78 State ot Oregon, 1 County of Umatilla, f "' . .. 1, E. M. Smith, Cashier of the above-named bank, do solemnly swear that the above statement is true to the bust of my knowledge and belief. E. M. Smith, Cashier. Cohrbct-Attbst: r J. H. Price, ' - G. W. STACOfl, S. J. Cl'LLKY, ' , , Directors. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 6th day of May, 1921. C. X. PlNKERTON, (SEAL) Notary Public. (My commission expire Mch. 24, 1921.) Miss F.sther William, accompan ied by Miss Frances Cudhy of Yak ima and Miss Margaret Carlson ef Boise, Whitman College students, were guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Williams for the week-end. ib right la the etrlrway. Directly before you Is the dining room. 11 feet by 11 feet, 10 Inches, with a bay which not only gives it plenti ful light, but adds much to Its ap parent slie. A door between this room and the ball Insures privacy for the family If a visitor calls at meal time. - Id front of the dining room la the Jiving room, 11 feet 10 Inches by 1 feet 2 Inches. In front of that la. the living porch, aix feet wide and going nearly across the front of the house. This porch almost double the spaciousness of the liv ing room. Tb tram Itself ba no flrcplace many do not like that feature In ao small a house and la lighted from three sides. At the rear of the bouse Is the service porch. The kitchen la II feet. 10 Incbea by feet and get llgbt from three side. The' Ice box I o placed that It can be filled irom the poich. Tb atepe leading to tho basement atop at a landing on grade level, from which a door opena to the outside. L'psUlra are two ball closets, a bathroom, and three bedrooms. One of these Is of generous size, the others amaUer. Over all la aa attic. i The bouse Is built of common brick, a material which In sturdl ness and un pretentiousness 01 lb design. Any lighter construction would make the house look flimsy. The gypsum planter Inside Is put on metal lath, which makea a splendid (Ire resisting barrier, and the roof Is covered with asphalt shingles, another Same fighting substance. An incendiary would have hard work to burn this house, and when he got through, four fifths of Its value would remain. The first cost la little If any mora than that of frame construction, and the value, after a low year of use. Is 'twice as great The Permanent Building Bureau, in the Chamber of Commerce, Chi cago, Is prepared to prove these statements and give any help la permanent construction. Last Friday evening, members of the M. E. Church choir presented to . .I.in.i'miih. anil aof ft all m. inm jelly moulds, to add to the fur- nishings of her new home. Our economical, conservative method eliminates waste, credit losses, col lection expenses and turns these savings back to you m lower retail prices. Just Arrived, neat and attractive Georgette, Mignonette and Crepe de Chine blouses. Splendid values at $2.98 each. New Lot of nifty dresses in combinations of Printed Georgette, Crepe de Chine, Mignonette and Charmeuse Satin. Such beautiful dresses for the money are not seen outside of a J. C. Penney store. These dresses are priced at only $12.50. Remember, you can buy good brooms here for 49c, 25 bars of white laun dry soap for $1.00, Clark's or Coat's sewing thread for 5c per spool. Buy here and save money on your purchase. 312 BUSY STORES . In i mm i jviivvu tiv ' T r . . i.fL SUggs' timely hit and Rayborn'a ainglo were the cause of W. 11. S.'a r,lv score airainst Athena, last Monday, With KUggs on third Ray born took his trusty bat in hand and turned the trick, bringing Stagg home. Kap Kretaer two-season men garnered the prodigious score of nine runs. IUyborn gave promise of being a real high school pitcher in another year and did well against Athena's heavy hitters. Many errors were the dark side of the contest Practically all the r.lne will be in school next year and it ia hoped the local team will "improve with age." Final exams are to be held today, Monday and Tuesday. Many stu- dent who abhors the school book ubually will be found earnestly en- dcavoring to extract from them some lant-minute knowledge. A grade of W exempt one but then who, pray tell, gets a 00' .School cIor.es, amid tear and loud protestations from both teacher and pupils, on May the thirteenth. (Ask any young hopeful if he thinks thir thirtcen is jinx.) Weston High athlete grabbed off one of the few bright daya lately and practiced gymnastic; then went to Athena Friday and nearly copped on" a track meet Were they surprised? I'll say they were. For they got 32 points white Athena only 1 got two points more and Adama, poor thing, took 14 away to ita lair. Technically, by all the rules anu regulationa, Wes ton received more points than Ath ena. . Payne, who won the mile by default, got only five points, while according to the Oregon rulea he should have had five, three and one Biiuum iiis uw, .., had tennis entries and Adama and jt would repeal the war resolution af Athena did not, which should garner fating Germany and Austria-Hungary, by default at least ten simoleous impound alien enemy property, and figures. But alas, such little trifles Te.r,t to the United State all rights were overlooked and we are reported ,nd privilege under the treaty of Ver to be second! The columns, accord- MlIlea and other peace trestle, ing to the report aent, look like this: Senator Lodge In Inaugurating tha Fifty-yard dash Bulfinch, one deUte toid ,he tBat treaties point for third place. wItll aemany nd other nationa with One hundred yard dash Bulfinch, three points for second place. v.. i"- Pole vault Payne, one point for KKHf a t r CAAAnH nlQMI High jump no points . . Four hundred forty yard dash Phinney first. Snider third hinnev first. Snider third; five and one poinU. , Bread jump-Bulfinch, one point for third. Mile run Payne (by default) five Points. Four hundred forty yard relay Phinney, Jones. Rayborn, Bulfinch; five points for first place. ti, kj fh presence of such notables as Sim Culley, Harl Williams, Sim Barnes, ices Lowest Athena and Pendleton, Oregon. mm mil c7 ation-wicte Jrustituiiort BURNS OFF GOLUMEIA gurviVOn Of TokUVO MlfH Aft ' Picked Up By Army Trin- sport Buford. Portland, Or. On Ufa waa lost, eght perng were missing and IT pet jn were njure aDd suffering frees elpoaur, when the Jspsnes ataam Twkoyo jtaru. of tha Toyo Klaeal kd, line, Monday waa destroyed f f,re t tt about M mttM sotithvaat Qf ,oul Qf tb Columbia rlrar. According lo Informal!, received by wlrelesa from the veseela that went to.tb. assistance of the buralng vesl. the steamer was transfarmed Into a floating furnace within i an l ftw tha time the .blp'a radio fiuM first 8. O. 8. , The army transport Buford w tl:' rat to reach tk aeen and tfc sev.a- tr-four member of tha crew aad p enger were picked np from th vata and from lifeboats to which tbey bad been driven by tba flamea. Eight tailor, member of tba ere of th Japanese steamer Tekvyo Mara, died aboard tha United Sutaa'anar transport Buford after having bees rescued from their owa ship from aa Poura. PEACE lESOLUTIOII PASSED BY SEIIATE Waahlngton, D. C The flrat t toward placing the United Btatea M a technical legal basis of peace waa taken by the senate In adopting tha Knox peace resolution. The Tote for adoption waa 11 to 21 . iuQ rmiuwvu UVW WW mw wh, h the rtntea states had baes st ..... war would roliow tne unex reaoiuiioa. . .... va notl th.t u,, rrBIted States would not "abandon" th allies. I UC TULO UU luc yvmw icnn.im Brecedc(i by tense partlaaa elaehes. The vote on the peace resolutios .v .u u.. n ma. , hiDi the measure and all but five Ill" x rjj uuiivss.ua uu uf democrat voted ww tlres sgalsst V . : ,. . 'Tans e, "" others. It's nice to know they take n interest in the bump of knowledgs cp on tw 0. c mdkjt Buper. intendent at Athena, treated th Kng royally on sandwiches, cake, pickles, coffee n'everythong. . 312 BUSY STORES . ... .