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ATHENA PltESS
TWICB-A-WeEK TUESDAY AND FbiDAT
F. B. BOTD, P0BLWHIB. '
Entered as second-class matter, March 1,
1904, at the postofflce at Attaeoa,' Oregon,
under the Act ot Congress of March 3, 1879.
Subscription Tlts:
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Single copies In wrappers, 6c.
' Advertising Hta;
Local reading notices, first insertion, 10c per
ma. Each subsequent insertion, 5c. ,
All communications should be addressed to
(be PRESS Athena, Oregon
ATHENA, JULY. 26, 1904
Appropriations for the improvement
of the Columbia river aggregating 2,
695,000 are recommended by Major W.
C. Langfitt in bis annual report to the
board of engineers. If congress acts
favorably upon these recommendations
the work of opening and improving
Oregon's great, waterway will go for-
. ward next year on a scale hitherto un
attempted. The report is a broad and
comprehensive presentation of the work
that has already been accomplished and
of that which must yet be done. The
completion of the jetty at the mouth of
the Columbia, the deepening ot the
channel between Portland and the sea,
and the construction of the Celilo canal
are presented as the three great under
takings by which the commerce of Ore
gon and eastern Washington is to be
developed. For the Celilo canal and
the removal of obstacles in the channel
at Three Mile Rapids $750,000 is recom
mended. The report covers the opera
tion ot the fiscal year ending June 30,
1904,' and embraces all improvements
on the Columbia and Willamette rivers
from the head of navigation to the Pa
cific ocean, including the upper Colum
bia and the Snake.
"Some day, perhaps," says an east
ern educator, "we will return to sane
methods in the teaching of children.
Speed that day. At the present time
the little ones are the victims of educa
tion gone mad. Their small heads are
troubled with things beyond their un
derstanding and they are made to say
things like a parrot. Fancy a little
grammar student of ten attempting to
diagram a sentence taken from a his
tory of mythology! And fancy a child
of 9 struggling to read ancient history,
with all the letter's unpronounceable
names I It is all all wrong. We are
not toaching children in these days.
We are sfmply attacking their nervous
systems and racking their undeveloped
brains."
The general land office at Washington
has affirmed the decision of the local
register at Helena. Montana, in holding
that a mineral claimant to government
lands need show only that the indica
tions are such as to justify a miner in
further expenditure ot time and money
with reasonable prospect of developing
a pay mine. The old regulations re
quired that land should "produce min
eral in paying quantities as a present
fact." The decision is most important
in the mineral development of the coun
try as it gives miners great leeway here
tofore denied. s -
Dipping cattle to prevent the spread
of mange and other disorders is prac
ticed at some of the shipping points of
our great ranges, The "dope" in great
vats through which the creatures are
made to swim, contains germicides that
kill the pests and render the cattle in
nocuous. This is a development f the
cattle business that has takeu the place
of quarantine methods at once expensive
and defective.
Wheat fires bring loss to the farmer
who carries no insurance on his crop.
Wheat insurance is merely a matter of
business caution pertaining to good
judgment in selecting the safe side in
case ot disaster. The man who insures
his wheat crop is providing against mis
fortune at small expense.
The huckleberry ii just now lending
its luscious persuasive powers to entice
the housewife and family to the cool
recesses of the mountains. Some men
folk we know ot would not be averse to
the same locality, at the present writing. (
Some talk in business circles is being
beard relative to the organization of a
commercial club in' Athena. Such an
organization would undoubtedly work
to the advantage of Athena's progress.
All indications point to a bumper
wheat crop around Athena this year.
Man, horse, steam, and machinery have
united to save the big crop.
TRIBUTE TO MRS. KING.
Mrs. Lucinda King, wife of Rev. B.
F. King of Athena, died at her home in
that city last Sunday, July 17, 1904, at
930 o'clock a. m.
Mrs. Kin g's maiden name was Lucin
da Schooling:. She was born in Vermil
lion county, Indiana, September 16,
1832, and was married to B. F. King
December -16, 1852. They moved to
California in 1857, thence to Willamette
valley in 1859, and came to Umatilla
county and settled near Weston in 1870.
Mrs. King was the mother of ten child
ren, eight of whom are still living,
namely: W. J. King of Athena, Mrs.
Wm. Brown of Spokane, Mrs. T. J.
Wilhelm of Elgin, T. A. King of lone,
Mrs. D. T. Haney of Pendleton, Mrs.
M. M. True of Malheur, J. F. King of
Athena, Mrs. R. E. Michael of Athena
There is of necessity a brevity in obit
uary statements and gravestone insrip
tions, and thus briefly might we class
this sketch of the passing of this noble
woman this dear old mother in Israel
who has gone from among us, Born
1832, died 1904. Seventy-two years of
life, every day and hour of which were
crowded to repletion with love and self-
sacrifice. Seventy-two years of life, but
lived wholly for others. To the sons
and daughters we extend the only thing
approaching consolation we have to give
our pity and a mutual sorrow. She
was the lode-star of their home while
she lived. May her memory be the
magnet to hold them as a united family
while they live.
To the good old man who has shared
her companionship ana love for so
many years, our hearts go out in great
pity. Words of consolation to him
would be but mockery. His heart will
be comforted with the assurance that
his mourning will be brief.
E. Ridenour.
Personally Conducted Excursion to St.
," Louis.
The O. R. & N. will on August 10 run
a tourist sleeper from Walla Walla to
St. Louis via the Denver & Rio Grande
without change.
This car will be in charge of an ex
perienced man and all passengers will
receive the best of attention ; a stop of 12
hours will be made at Salt Lake and 15
hours at Denver to enable passengers to
visit these cities.
This car will accommodate a limited
number and reversations should be made
as early as possible to W. C. Dibble,
Agent.
O. R. & N. Company, Walla Walla.
Bids Wanted. r '
Bids are wanted for the construction
of the I. O. O. F. and K. P. Hall.
1st: For the construction of the con
crete, brick, stone, plumming, lathing
and plastering as shown on plans, own
ers furnishing all brick, stone, sand and
crushed rock on the ground. Bids must
be so much per cubic foot for extra con
crete work.
2nd: For the furnishing' and 'con
structing of all wood work and roofing
as Bhown on plans and specifications.
Bids will be opened August 1, 1904.
Right reserved to reject any and all
bids. For plans and information, call
at the office of G. W. Bradley,
Chairman of Trustees. ,
Itrutally Tortured.
A case came to light that for persist
ent and unmerciful torture has perhaps
never been equaled. Joe Golobick of
Colusai Calif., writes: "For 15 years I
endured insufferable pain from Rheu
matism and nothing relieved , me though
tried everything known. I came
across Electric Bitters and it's the great
est medicine on earth for that trouble.
A few bottles completely relieved and
cured me." J UBt as good for liver and
kidney troubles. Only 50c. Satisfac
tion guaranteed by Wm. McBride, drug
gist. ;
Una Lady's Recommendation Sold Fifty
Boxen of Chainberlalu'a Stoumch
and Liver Tablet.
. I have, I believe, sold fifty boxes of
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tab
lets on the recommendation of one lady
here, who first bought a box ot them a
year ago. She never tires of telling her
neighbors and friends about the good
qualities of these tablets, P. M. Shore,
druggist, Rochester, Ind. The pleasant
purgative effect ot these tablets make
them a favorite with ladies everywhere.
For sale by all druggists. '
Artificial Teeth.
To follow the natural contour of the
face in arranging artificial teeth on
plates so that they will give the most
natural appearance when in the mouth,
there are points, including a perfect tit
and perfect satisfaction, that is the
guarantee on all plate work. Dr. Spon
ogle, dentist.
Kight Was Her Terror.
"I would cough nearly all night long"
writes Mrs. Chas. Applegate, of Alex
andria, Ind., "and could hardly get any
sleep. 1 had consumption so bad that
if I would walk a block I would cough
frightfully and spit blood, but, when
all other medicine failed, three SI bot
tles of Dr. King's New Discovery cured
me and I gained 58 pounds.". It's ab
solutely guaranteed to cure coughs,
colds, la grippe, bronchitis and all
throat and lung troubles. Price 50c and
$1. Trial bottle free at Palace drug
store.
No Pity Shown.
"For years fate was after me continu
ously," writes F. A. Gulledge, Verbena,
Ala. "I had a terrible case ot piles
causing 24 tumors. When all failed
Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured me."
Equally good for burns and all aches
and pains. Only 25c at Palace drug
store.
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; Druggist
The-
COMMERCIAL
LIVERY, FEED
and SALE STABLE.
Best Turnouts
In Eastern Oregon
Stock Boarded
by the Day, Week
or Month
KING BROTHERS Prep
VfD jeasai&hle
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PURE RYE WHISKY 23
CP
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sold in the city of Athena. Once drank, always drank.
For sale at THE EAGLE BAR, - - - - -
Pine Lunch Co ante i
North Side Main Street,
SALOON
FIRS1 "-MT10ML
. H. C. Adams. President.
X.J Kirk, yice-Prestdent.
CAPITAL STOCK.
SURPLUS,
and domestic
g J. 8. 1. r. Grow, Cashier,
Foley's Honey and Tar
for chUdrta.safe.sure. Ho opiates.
Minting ..
Paper Hanging, Wall Tinting, Sign
Writing, etc., satisfaction guaranteed by
Sobiason & Stanford.
Shop, corner 3rd and Jefferson, Streets,
Athena, Oregon. . .
Pianos of Worth.
We sell the kind of Pianos that those
who are critics, buy.
They are Eeed & Sons, noted for
strength and volume of tone.
The Henry F. Miller, "Boston's oldest
and sweetest toned make.
The Steger, musically equal to the
best, and the popular Singer.
Whitman College
purchasd pianos of us last year valued at
$4,000, and all were of the above makes
The College buys only the highest grade
pianos. We buy direct from factory and
can save you money. Pianos delivered
on ten days trial free. It will pay you
to get our prices and easy terms.
Dwelley Herriclc Music Co.,
51 East Main Street "
4 Doors Above Bridge,
Walla Wallah Washington
THE ' X
ST. NICHOLS HOTEL
J. E. FROOME, prop.
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Only First-class Hotel in
I the City.
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THE ST. NICHOLS
4 is the only one that can accommodate
commercial travelers.
Can beieoomended for. Us clean and
well ventilated rooms.
Cor. Main and Thibd, Athena, Or. a
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Athena
fire Insuranc
- Agency
ONLY THE BEST COM
PANIES TO INSURE IN
0. G. CHAMBERLAIN, Agent
Notary Public and Conveyancer.
YEARS. OLD. The best-ever
P. H. TIEDEM AN, Proprietor
jLUi
Fine Wines, Liquors
and Cigars
BETZ BEER
Choice Bottled Goods
Club Room.
SAM BOOHER, . - Proprietor.
BSHK OF ETHENS.
'C. A Barrett,) - S
P. E. Colburn, V Directors t
F.S.LeOrow.j 3
$ 60.000
12.500
exchang.
I. M. Kemp, Assistant Cusbier
wit?
If you have you know that a complete outfit
is about half the pleasure
We carry all the articles needed to make your outfit complete; such as
tents, camp stoves, camp furniture, dishes and utensils, as well as a fine line
of hammocks, camp sofa pillows, guns and ammunition, fishing tackle etc. and
all at very reasonable prices. .
A month of out-door life in the mountains or on the banks of some shady
stream will make a wonderful difference in the way the average man or wo
man feels just now a wonderful difference in your capacity for work in the
busy months that will soon be here.
TWENTY DOLLARS
will buy the following outfit here and this
will make your outing not only beneficial and
profitable but highly enjoyable. .
One Wall Tent, 9 J x 12 ft.. . . $9.25
One wagon cover, for shade, 10 x 12, . , .-. 2.50
One hammock, with pillow, ... . . 1.25
One 4-hole camp stove, . 2.50
4 joints 5-inch stove pipe, .80
1 coffee pot, 30c; 1 fry pan, 20c,. . .50
1 covered pail,. .15
4 tin cups, free
6 tin plates, . . . ............ .25
4 knives and forks, ... AO
6 heavy tea and table spoons, .......... .35
V 3 pudding pans, assorted sizes,. ". . .15
4 camp stools, 50c each,. . . .... !" 2.00
Total.
This outfit will accommodate four persons. For one person the amount
could be reduced to $13.50. This would include one of our high grade tents
and one of our improved 4-hole camp stoves. This stove has top cooking sur
face 19x23 inches and is mounted on bolted legs, four inches high. Oven is
12xl7Ji7 inches and has drop oven door, making a convenient shelf. Large
fuel door and draft regulator and improved damper to oven make it a satisfac
tory baker. Doors have raised panels and wired edges to prevent warping.
Price $2.50. ORDER B7 MAIL if you can't come, for v6 guarantee the
same satisfaction to our Mail order trade as we do our town trade, and that
ia the best. We value our out-of-town trade and try always to please.
Next Door
to
the
Post Office
THE DAVIS-KASER CO.
Everything to Furnish the
Home.
Walla Walla, Washington
See C. Sharp
Paint, Oil,
CHARLES' GAY
...Dealers in...
Candies, Nuts, Fruits, Tobaccos, Cigars
KRESH BREAD. PIES. CAKES, ETC.
NARKAUS BROTHERS'
MEAT MARKET
Fresh Meats. Only
the Best is Good.
AZEEtItIEStRSIgIf
I ROCK SPRINGS
I SPECIAL RATES
A. M. G1LUS,
COAL
Sfititiiiitieicicaicscstitaciss$3tsiStiitisitii
$20.00
2nd Hand
Department
One Block
East
Glass, Varnish, Brushes, Etc. Plumbing
PENDLETON, OREGON.
ing
For
House Keeping
Purposes"
See our stock before you buy.
BaRer & folsom
The Complete House Furnishers, Main
St., next to Postoffice, Pendleton.
ED. BARRETT,
CONTRACTOR & BUILDER
Estimates furnished on all kinds
of buildings. Satisfaction Guaranteed.
Office at New Lumber Yard, Athena.
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