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ATHENA PRESS Twice-a-Week Tuesday and Fbiday f. b. botd, p0bhbhm. Entered at Athena pottofflce as second-class nail matter. Subscription Ht: tar vcir. In advanot 12.00 Single copies In wrappers, 6c Advertising "Rates! Iocai reading notices, nrstlnsertlon.lOcper ine. Each subsequent insertion, 5c. All communications should be addressed to (be PRESS Athena, Oregon ATHENA, APRIL 1, 1904 For several months past wonderful stress has been placed upon the impor tance o( tbe "Williamson-Sherman county relief bill" by the supporters "of the congressman, and it was pointed out that it provided the only business-like and sensible measure ever presented of the kind, also that it was the handiwork of Congressman Williamson. In short, jt was "the Williamson bill" with a big emphasis on the "Williamson." But since the Times-Mountaineer has ex posed the farce, and shown that it was a mere nothing, we are told that it is not "the Williamson bill" at all. The Dalles Chronicle, the most ardent sup porter in the state of Mr. Williamson, in its issue of Saturday, shifts responsi bility for the promulgation of the farce onto Senator Mitchell. Here is its .ex act language: "This bill was first introduced in the senate by Mr. Mitchell." When the bill was thought to be a good thing, a splendid campaign docu ment us it were, Mr. Williamson was its father. But since it has been proven a nothing, not even a good campaign cir cular, the Chronicle changes the poor child's parent, and lays the foundling on the doorstep of Mr. Mitchell. In whose arms will the poor thing be thrust next? What sort of legerdemain may we not look for? Hocus pocusj presto change. Now you see it; now you don't see it. Who'll claim this fatherless brat? Umatilla county teachers and pupils will note that the Pendleton public school exhibit for the St. Louia exposi tion is' on display in Pendleton today. They will also take cognizance of the palpable unfairness of Mr. Lyman in allowing the Pendleton schools two months' time in which to prepare their exhibits, when the other schools of the county were allowed but one week's time in which to do the work. If there is one atom of fuirness in Mr. Lyman's action, the Pkess fails to see it. The very loast that he could have done, had he teen disposed to treat the schools with justice and impartiality, would have been to inform Pendleton that if additional time was allowed, her exhibit must be made independent of the county exhibit. But the Press learns from a reliable source that the Pendle ton exhibit is to go to the exposition as a part of, and in competition with the other schools of the county. The teach ers of Umatilla county should join in a "rouud robin" to Mr. Lyman. This action might jar his sensibilities to the extent at least that he would be made aware of the fact that there are those who believe in fairness, if he does not. Who will be the republican nomineo for congressman in the second congres sional district is yet an open question. When Multnomah county, with its 71 delegates, instructed for Mr. William son, it appeared as if bis nomination was assured. But with several Eastern Oiegon counties going against him, And they generally being favorable to ex Congressmau Moody, it begins to look as it Multnomah may be forced to get down of its high horse and listen to the will of Eastern Oregon. The republic an congressional convention for this district will consist of 180 delegates. So far Mr. Williamson has almost a ma jority, but he has lost most of the coun ties Unit ho carried two years ago, but what the counties that have not yet held their primaries will do is unknown. From present appearances it would seem that Mr. Williamson will have to carry Clatsop and Columbia counties west of the mountains and either Umatilla or Union in Eastern Oregon, to insure bis nomination. In the" present campaign tbe mikado's fighting man is carrying a great deal more food with him than bis Russian adversary. Against the latter's two days' rations, he carries two cooked ra tions of rice in addition to six emergency rations. These are contained in an alu minum mess pan, and, as the rice has been boiled and dried in the sun, the entire weight is trifling. Itiscommonly supposed that the Japanese soldier lives entirely on rice and dried fish, but such is not the fact. He can live and fight well on that spare diet ' if necessary, but he is given meat and other sustain ing foods whenever practicable, as well as beer or saki. Curiosity to learn the fate of "Young Broadbrim," a dime novel hero who "pursued the villain over a blood stained trail, only to be entrapped by murderous bandits and made a prisoner in a cave way down deep in the bowels of the earth," was tbe cause of putting a decided quietus on the careeer of W. C. Goode, a colored purse-snatcher who for the past week has been terrorizing the residence districts of Portland by his depredations. He dropped a novel after snatching a woman's purse, and when he returned to a news-stand to purchase another copy of the story, was nabbed. Senator Burton may appeal his case, secure a new trial and get a more fa vorable verdict, but, whatever the re suit of further proceedings, in the opinion of many people, his usefulness as a member of the United States senate is at an end. The recent trial in St Louis seems to have been a fair one. The case of the government and of the defendant was ably presented. The court was impartial and the jury from the first seems to have been overwhelm ingly in favor of conviction. The 0. R. & N. company keeps a constant string of advertising matter going out from the Northwest, and it is bearing fruit abundantly. The O. R. & N. is doing a great work toward popu lating and modernizing the Northwest, and should have proper credit for it. If the Russians have hauled down the American flag at Newchwang it would seem that the country needs a General Dix over in that part of the world. "If any man attempts to haul down the American flag, shoot him on the spot." They can't sing much about the "Banks of the Wabash", just now, for there are no banks, if the stories of the floods are to be believed. Umatilla Art Gallery Miss E. A. Stackland Manager. For Thirty Days. For the next thirty days Miss Stackland, of the Umatilla Art Gallery, will make a specialty of photographs at $2.25 per dozen. THE BEST OF MATERIAL PERFECT SATISFACTION. COMMERCIAL1 LIVERY, FEED and SALE STABLE. Best Turnouts In Eastern Oregon Stock Boarded by the Day, Week or Month Q KING BROTHERS Prop Items in Brief. Easter novelties at Bagley & Ely's. Easter chickens, iust hatched, at Bag- ley A Ely's. - Everything for the table at the Blue V ront lirocery. For fine groceries trade at Gross k Worthington's. . Latest novelties in belts. Athena Mercantile Co. Squirrels are coming out. Get your poison at Stone's. The "General Good" cigar is having the lead at Gay's. Blue vitriol, in quantities to suit, at Stone's Pioneer drug store. C. A. Barrett & Co. sell the only 16in. 2 and 8 bottom gang plows. Manasse has something in new spring styles that will interest you. Try our Gold Leaf Coffee; the best on the market. Bagley k Ely. We pay top prices for your potatoes, butter and eggs. Bagley & Ely. We have the American Hog Fence and barb Wire. C. A. Barrett & Co. Novelty dress trimmings in black, white, or two toned. Athena Mercan tile Co. C. A. Barrett & Co.'s line of hard ware, stoves and tinware is complete. Prices right. The best of everything in groceries are to be found at the Blue Front, at prices that are right . Specials 36 in. wide, guaranteed all silk Black Taffetta, 91 per yard. Athena Mercantile Co. An immense assortment of ladies' shirt waist sets juat received. Athena Mercantile Co. New line of ladies' fabiic gloves, lace and silk mitts, in all the popular shades. Athena Mercantile Co. 1 The newest things in embroidery me dallions at Manasse's. See description of same in the Easter Delineator. Mrs. Florence Alloway is prepared to do dressmaking and plain sewing. Chil dren's clothes a specialty. Next door to A, L. Jones' residence. Dr. Sponogle wishes those owing him to please call and settle as he wishes to close his book accounts at once. L. J. Robinson has leased the paint shon formerly occunied by J. W. Chap man. Mr. Robinson is prepared to do all kinds of painting, including home, sign and carriage work. Price reason able. A. Phillips, of Weston, has a large assortment of rubber tired buggies on display at his implement house. Call and see the Gold Band Harness. He also has tbe all-steel wagons, which he fully warrants for two years. He sells patent metal wheels. Before buying any kind of a vehicle, see A. Phillips, Weston. COMING EVENTS. April 9. Umatilla county republican convention. April 12. Umatilla county democrat ic convention. April li Republican state conven tion, Portland. April 19. Democratic state conven tion, Portland. May 27, 28. Caledonian picnic at Athena. June 2, 3. 4. Umatilla county pio neers' reunion, at Weston. June 6. General election iu Oregon. June 15, 16, 17. Oregon encampment G. A. R., Hood River. " July 4. Rousing celebration (pros pective,) at Athena. Try Our COMPOUND SYRUP 'of WHITE PINE and SPRUCE By soothing Mucous Mem branes, it cures cough and the most severe colds. . . . PALACE DRUG STORE WM. McBRIDE, Leading Draggtat . sV R. J. BODDY'S OLD RELIABLE MEAT MARKET Fresli Meats, Only the Best is Good. Hardware THE I ST. NICHOLS HOTEL J. E. FROOME, prop. w Only First-class Hotel in the City. THE ST. NICHOLS Is the only one that can accommodate commercial travelers. m Can txwecomended for Its clean and well ventilated rooms. ' Cob. Maim and Third, atbkna, Or " Drying1 preparations simply devel op dry catarrh ; they dry up the secretions,, which adhere to the membrane and decom pose, causing a far more serious trouble than the ordinary form of catarrh. Avoid all dry ing inhalants,- fumes, smokes and snuffs and use that 'which cleanses, soothes and heals. Ely's Cream Balm is such a remedy and will cure catarrh or cold in the head easily and pleasantly. A trial size will be mailed for 10 cents. All druggists sell the 50o. size. Ely Brothers, 60 Warren St., N.Y. The Balm cares without pain, does not irritate or canse sneezing. It spreads itself over an irritated and angry surface, reliev ing immediately the painful inflammation. With Ely's Cream Balm you are armed against Nasal Catarrh and Hay Fever. Foley's Honey and Tar for children.safe.sure. No opiates. ED. BARRETT, CONTRACTOR & BUILDER Estimates furnished on all kinds of buildings. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Office at New Lumber Yard, Athena. Gen. Andneade The distinguished Diplomat and Military Attache says of the Reed & Sons' Pianos tuThey are constructed upon an entirely new and scientific method which gives them greater volume, ' deeper and purer tone than ever before known"JO Reed & Sons are the very highest grade. Dwelley-Herrick Music Co.. 51 East Main Street I Doors Above Bridge, Walla Walla, WAshington Fresh Bread Cakes and Pies THE CITY BAKERY Samuel Haworth, Proprietor. jj INCORPORATED. C. A. Barrett & Co. have a complete line of gloves, mitts, bats, balls, etc. Stock is is the place you augnt to go for a drink of High-Grade Whiskeys so many kind The Bar is always shinning, neat and clean, and a Gentlemanlj Bartender there can be seen. OPEN DAY North Side Main Street, Guaranteed to Equal any $100 Machine on Market See C. Sharp Paint, Oil, FIRS1 MWML H. O. Adams, President; T.J Klra, Vice-President. CAPITAL STOCK. SURPLUS, 3j - Proper attention given to collections. Deals In foreign fa and domestic exchange. 8 F. 8. Ls Grow, Cashier, X. M. Kemp. Assistant Cashier a I ROOK SPRINGS & COMBERLAND ! GOAL i SPECIAL RATES A. M. GlIvIvIS, Athena, Oregon. I CHARLES GAY ...Dealers in... Candies, Nuts, Fruits, Tobaccos, Cigars CLUB ROOM IN CONNECTION ...ATHENA LUMBER COMPANY... H. H.CURTIS. Manager. ' We respectfully solicit a liberal share of your patronage. We will give you entire Satisfaction. WE KEEP OH HAND A LARGE STOCK OF ECSLYH COAL OFFICE ASD mX IAIOTRFIT. WEST CF MilREiP. UEBESFCKLEKE FISPECTFliltY SOUGHED Complete. I AND MIGHT P. II. TIEDEMAN, Proprietor "THE CHICAGO" TYPEWRITER 83500 THE CHICAGO TYPEWRITER CO. 512-514 Market Street, San Francisco. Glass, Varnish, Brushes, Etc. Plumbing PENDLETON, OREGON. BENE- OF 3THEM I n. a TtAtrfltt. P. E. Colburn, V Directors F.8. LeQrow,) $ 50,000 12500 .i OfJ CAR LOTS I n
