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ATHENA PRESS Twicb-a-Week Tuesday ahd Fbiday F. B. Born, Publisher. Kntered at Atbena pottofflce assecond-claas n&ll matter. Subscription Kt: Per year, In advanot 12 00 Single eoples In wrappers, 60. Advertising ttatcat Ikwu reading notices, nrst Insertion, 10c per 1 iff. Kaon subsequent Insertion, 5c. A II communications should be addressed to 1 lie PBK88 Athena, Oregon ATHENA, APRIL 5, 1904 The government irrigation project, which means so much , to the Echo dis trict, is being followed with absorbing interest by the people of Umatilla coun ty and Eastern Oregon. The reclama tion of the sagebrush land in the Echo section will be a light taBk for the gov ernment to accomplish, in comparison with the great work of redeeming the desert lands that spread out for miles along the Colorado river. The passage of the reclamation act by congress in 1902, by which money from the sale of public lands is to be devoted to irriga tion of the arid regions of the west, was the result of a campaign of education and agitation that will mean in time the creation of a new inland empire of great wealth and productiveness out of an absolute deert. Of all the hundred and twenty million acres of reclaimable land in the arid west the greatest oppor tunity for reclamation and development, according to L. R. Freeman in the Re view of Reviews, lies in "the despised desert along the Colorado river." Here in this unpeopled region, this anathe misod land, there lies hidden, "waiting but the wash of water to .uncover it, a wealth beside which the practical value of our blood bought tropical islands seems trifling, and an actual capacity of production that shames the wildest tales told of the agricultural achievements of the great Mississippi valley in its best days." The practicability of irrigating this desert of Colorado has already been most completely demonstrated. A des olate stretch of sand, sagebrush, rocks and cactus has been transformed iuto fields of barley, wheat, alfalfa, sorghum, milo maize and Kaffir and Egyptian corn. Up to the summer of 1900 the Imperial valley in southeastern California was a stretch of rainless, sun dried land as true to the name "desert" as any arid wuste on the face of the globe. During the year 1902 crops wore produced in this vulley that averaged from $00 to $80 for each of the 105,000 acres ungated. This result was obtained by running a GO mile canal from the Colorado river. "W. r is hell," so said General Sher man, and his definition cannot be made more complete according to the ortho dox meaning of the word. War destroys the bonds of home, love and alloc t ion and impoverishes nations. War depop ulates and devastates countries and ushers in famine, pestilence and dis ease. Who or what is the gainer there by? With but few exceptional cases war is brought on by personal ambition and outside intrigue. Wherever there is war there are brave and noble men starving, freezing, perishing and women BPd children are Buffering in the agonies of suspense at home. General Weyler professes to be sorry that he did not invade the Unitod States when he had charge of the Spanish army in Cuba., We often hear of people who worry over troubles that may come to them in the future, but Weyler Is prob ably the first man on record who ever worried over troubled which he. failod to get into when he had a dhance, and which tliore could be no possibility of bringing back. ' "Notwithstanding the democrats of New York are rallying around the stan dard of Judge Parker, and urging that he be made the standard bearer of dem ocracy for the presidency, William 11. Hearst is the logical candidate for the party," says the Times-Mountaineer. It certainly does look that way, but would yellow gold and yellow journalism ap peal to the rank and file of the demo-f cratic party as strongly as would Judge Parkert , The town of Coldfoot, in Alaska, springs into prominence in connection with a report of a territorial official recommending that it be made a reindeer station and that a post road be con structed thereto from the Yukon river. What is it that the mayor of Hottime, Philippines, will say to the Mayor of Coldfoot, Alaska, some day, when they meet at Washington, in a notable fra ternal jollification. , Booker T. Washington is proud that he is a negro. Some men are proud of small achievements. Why cannot a man be proud that he is poor, proud of ill-health, proud of any other misfor tune? Not that these calamities are a disgrace if one comes by them honestly, but they are a great handicap in the present method of fighting for an ex istence Why not a man be proud that he is proud? If the statement recently published in the Baker City Democrats speaks the sentiment of the people of Baker county they are going to object to the creation of a new county with Sumpter as the county seat. Baker county will take all the territory it can get, but will never let any go without a fight. The fight hi congress over the repeal or the amendment of the land laws will continue throughout this session without accomplishing anything. From present indications not a single change will be made in any of the laws relating to the acquiring title to public lands. Japan aud Russia don't seem to be making history quite fast enough to suit some people. In fact it is a little like the story of the governor of the Caro lines. Each side Beems to be sparring for time, and when they do get ready, look out for some terrific fighting. Serious Stomach Trouble Cured. I was troubled with a distress in my stomach, sour stomach and vomiting spells, and can truthfully say that Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tab lets cured me. Mrs. T. V. Williams, Laingsburg, Mich. These tablets are guaranteed to cure every cose of stomach trouble of this character. For sale by all druggists. Makes a Clean Sweep. There's nothing like doing a thing thoroughly. Of nil the salves you ever heard of Bucklen's Arnica Salve is the best. It sweeps away and cures bums, sores, bruises, cuts, boils, ulcers, skin eruptions and piles. It's only 25c, and guaranteed to give satisfaction by A. B. Stone, druggist. ' Wanted Trustworthy lady or gentle man to manage business in this county and adjoining territory for house of sol id financial standing. $20.00 straight cash salary and expenses paid each Mon day direct from headquarters. Expense money advanced; position permanent. Address Manager, 605 Monon Bldg., Chicago. 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 phbtograpbs at $2.25 per dozen. THE BEST OF MATERIAL PERFECT SATISFACTION. -Th- COMMERCIAL LIVERY, FEED and SALE STABLE. Best Turnouts In Eastern Oregon Stock Boarded by the Day, Week or Month V KING BROTHERS Prop j Items in Brief. Fresh Cocoa nuts at Bagley k Elys. Fresh vegetables and everything good for the table at Bagley k Elys. Everything for the table at the Blue Front Grocery. 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 k Co. sell the only 16in. 2 and 3 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 & Ely. .. We pay top prices for your potatoes, butter and eggs. Bagley k Ely. We have the American Hog Fence and barb Wire. C. A. Barrett k Co. Novelty dress trimmings in black, white, or two toned. Athena Mercan tile Co. C. A. Barrett k 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, $1 per yard. Athena Mercantile Co. An immense assortment of ladies' shirtwaist sets jmt received. Athena Mercantile Co. . New line of ladies' fabric gloves, lace and silk mitts, in all -the popular shades. Athena Mercantile Co. j. . The newest things in embroidery me dallions at Manasse's. See description of same in the Easter Delineator. Mrs. Florence Alio way 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 shop formerly occupied by J. W, Chap man. Mr. Robinson is prepared to do all kinds of painting, including house, 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 the 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 KVJSNTS. April 9. Umatilla county republican convention. April 12. Umatilla county democrat ic convention. April 14. 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 in 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 VM. McBRIDE, Leading- Druggist R. J- EOODY'S OLD RELIABLE MEAT MARKET Fresh Meats. Only the Best is Good. I . A Hardware THE 1ST. NICHOLS HOTEL I J. E. FROOME, prop. II? : 1 Only First-class Hotel in the City. THE ST. NICHOLS Is the only one that can accommodate 4 - commercial travelers. fan boieoomended for Us clean and well ventilated rooms. - k Cob. main and Third, Athena, Or. Drying preparations simply devel op dry catarrh ; they dry np the seoretions, 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 60c. size. Ely Brothers, EG Warren St., N.Y. The Balm cures without pain, does not irritate or cause 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 chlldrcn.sale.sure. No opiates. ED. BARRETT, CONTRACTOR & BUILDER Estimates furnished on all kinds of buildings. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Office at New Lumber Yard, Athena. Gen. Andreade The distinguished Diplomat and Military Attache says of the Reed & Sons' Pianos "They are constructed- upon an entirely new and scientific method which gives them greater volume, deeper and purer tone than ever before known"J3 Reed & Sons are: 4 the very highest grade. Dwelley-Herrick Music Co., 51 East Main Street 4 Doors Above Bridge, Walla Walla, WAhington Fresh Bread Cakes and Pies Daily THE CITY BAKERY Samuel Haworth, Proprietor. 'v;-'.:':''-;;;''&:;:&'''et.'.?- BASE INCORPORATED. . C. A. Barrett & Co. Tiave a complete line of gloves, mitts, bats, balls, etc. Si 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 Gentlemanly Bartender there can be seen. OPEN DAY North Side Main Street, v St Fine Wines, Liquors BETZ BEER V Choice Bottled Goods SALOON Club Room. See C. Sharp Paint, Oil, . FIRS! HMOUSL H. C. Adams. President. T.J Kirk, Vice-Presideut. CAPITAL STOCK, SURPLUS, - Proper attention given to and domestic F.8. LsGbow, Cashier, - ! ROCK SPRINGS GOAL t SPECIAL RATES A. M, GlIvLJS, " Athena, Oregon. 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 ON HAND A LARGE STOCK OF EQSLYN COAL CmCE m YARD, SAXST8UT, WIST CF UILKUD. CCEEESFCHim HSFK7FUUY S2EIKB CiTv! Complete. La AND NIGHT P. II. TIEDEMAN, Proprietor Glass, Varnish, Brushes, Etc. Plumbing PENDLETON, OREGON. BMK OF RTKEKR O. A. Barrett, ) . P. E. Colburn, Director F.8. LeQrow,) $ 50,000 12,500 I collections. Deals In foreign exchange. I. H.Kemp, Assistant Cashier . & COMBERLAND ! ON GAR LOTS-
