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About The Athena press. (Athena, Umatilla County, Or.) 18??-1942 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 24, 1909)
V" AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER 1 Six and Eight Pages Every Friday. F.B.Boyd, Publisher. Application for entrance as 2nd class matter uiaaeon July5, l(il)7at the poetofflce at Athena, Oregon L uderan Actot Oongress or March 3, 1879 t 1 J 1 Subvert tlon Kt: p rjyear JJn advance Single copies In wrappers, 5c, 12.00 lATHENA. ORE DEC. 24, .1909 'i 1 :,7 Mi Oregon banks show a remarkably healthy condition, aooording to the report of State Bank Examiner Steel. Asaeta and liabilities of the private and national banks of the state at the close of business on .November 16 are compared with the same statistios on November 27, 1908, mooh to the dis advantage of the earlier date. An increase of 21 percent in loans and discounts and individual deposits is shown for the current year. Individ ual deposits in banks hare inoreased 18, J03.678 over last year, certainly a sfcrcng evidence of the prosperity of the stats. . A gain of more than $21, 000.000 in resources of t.ha lnnfca in a dvano8 Oregon has made during he past twelve months. This is part ly due to the marketing of a large lumber cut but .the high -prices at which the agricultural staples were marketed had an even stronger effeot on the figures. ' While "a jury in Olympia found Ortis Hamilton guilty of embezzling from the. state, during his term as adjutant General, another jury in King county, found John Biplinger, former oity comptroller of Seattle, from a similar charge of wrong doing. Both men will have to face trial again, as there are other counts to be explained in each case. At the same time, a grand jury in Seattle is inves tigating all sorts of charges and the air seems thiok with criminal reports. Spokane too, has her share of nasty rumors. And top of it all, comes the information from Washington, D. C, that government investigators have found Puget Sound the seoond largest port of entry for the White Slave trafflo in the United States. It heroic fumiga- clear the . ,m mm - - lf",? CKariiiforT News frt some ' T.d necessary to ly, what society gains from science is often neutralized by its own follies. Nervous and mental diseases are on tr,9 inorease simply because sooiety .'lives too high and goes at too, rapid a paoe. Hurry, sensationalism, the craving for excitement, the mad eager ness for wealth, and pleasures that violate all rules for health are respon sible for the alarming inorease in sudden deaths, heart failure, nervous breakdown and insanity. If society would ooperate with scienoe it would gain immensely in health' and every other way. ' What is known as "poetic license" gives a wide latitude for ideas and expression, but occasionally a poet oversteps the boundary and brings upon himself the condemnation of the public If the explanation alleged to have been made ty William Watson the English poet for the writing of "The Woman With a Serpent's Ton gue" is correot, then he is guilty of a gross breaoh of confidence and nngen tlemanly conduot that will lower him considerably in the estimation of those who recognize the merits of his poetry but who also believe that even a poet should observe social amenities and respect confidences. An advertising oampaign that will reach not less than 27,428,750 readers of newspapers throughout the country has been plannod by the Portland Commercial club and will be opened up in January and run for three months. The advertising will call attention to vaoant lands of this state and the ohauoes here for the newoom er. There is no question that this advertising will result in bringing many people to Oregon and the whole state, not any one seotion, will be benefitted. The keynote of the adver using will be "Oregon is the place for you; 1910 the time; railroad de velopment the reason. v The social atmosphere culminating out of these school receptions, is a healthy, vigorous condition 'wbioh speak volumes : in comparison of the the present interest in. the school, with that of last year. These func tions promote more than looal intorest; they extend in soope throughout the oounty and blend Into scholastic bond age Irom whioh" splendid results will aoorue. It is gratifying to know that the fight against consumption is winning. Ultimately this dread disease, lika others that once were prevalent, will almost cease to be. But, nnfoitunate- Judge Bean has clashed with Oounty Commissioner Walker, insofar that his decision in the dateotive case up holds the contention of Distriot Attor ney Phelps that the county is honor bound to pay obligations inourred' enforcing the law and, mind yon, makes no difference whether the en forcement is of a law against selling "booze," for horsestealing or mur'der. It is now up to Mr. Walker to "start something" again. Dr. John MoLoughlin , and his work in aiding the early settlers at Oregon City will not be forgotten and by a dooisive vote, this pioneer oity has deolared it will maintain the historio home of Dr. MoLoughlin as a publio monument to his work. This tribute to Dr. MoLoughlin will meet with the hearty approval of all right thinking people everywhere. ii it is true tnat tne lower regions are paved with unfulfilled good inten tions what a lot of paving some people have laid. Everybody, inoluding the rank and file of the republican party, is waiting waiting patiently, for big "Bill" Taft California Midwinter Excursion Walla Walla To Los Angeles . and Return on January 17, 1910 S$)4.oo to do something. So far bis stunt has been to sit serenely on the fence, proclaim Roosevelt polioies, and watoh 'em shattered by Ballinger and other trusted lieutenants. Christmas stocks have been shatter ed by a brisk trade in Athena, this week. The quality of goods carried by Athena merchants this year was above average and with prioes corres pondingly right, holiday purchases were heavy. Long ago Sheriff Taylor demonstra ted his ability to run down criminals, but his suooess in the Umatilla mur der case is one more instanoe that em phasizes a talent possessed by few gifted officers. DEATH OF ROBT. J. BODDY R.J. Boddy died at bis home in this city today at 12:80 p, m. He had been in ill health for a number of years and the end was not unexpected. He was well known in Umatilla coun ty and for years was engaged in the butcher business in this oity. He was born in England and came to Athena from Montana 18 years ago. He is survived by his wife and several chil dren. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made. Stockholders' Meeting. The regular annual meeting of the stockholders of the First National Bank of Athena, Oregon, for the elec tion of direotors for the ensuing year and for the transaction of such other business as may lawfully come before it, will be held in its office in Athena, Oregon, on Tuesday, the 11th day of January, 1910, at the hour of 2o'olook p. in. F. S. LeQrow, Cashier. Dated Deoemher 10, 1909. Young Girls are Victims, of headabhe, as well as older women, but all get quiok rolief and prompt cure from Dr. King's Life Pills, the world's best remedy for , sick and nervous headaohes. They make pure blood, and strong nerves and build np your health. Try them. 25o at all druggsts. CHOICE PROPERTY FDR SALE Bargains Which are Offered by the Athena Land Company. Farm Lands. 705 An estate of 480 aores of the finest land in Umatilla county. Abun dant water supply hot and cold water ten room house modern and well appointed. About 40 aores of good alfalfa land. The farms adjaoent to this are all selling for $100 per acre. This plaoe can be bad for $85 per aore if taken at once. If you want a home let us show you this immediately. 700560 aores of fine wheat land good, water eight room house good barn and out houses place highly improved on the railroad and only one mile from the station. $65 per aore. City Property. x 505 $1100 for a nine room house in Athena two blocks from Main street and half blook from the sohool building. You can not buy the mat erial in the house for what we ask for the entire place. li yon nave sometnmg to sell or trade tell us about it. It will not hurt either of us and it may be an advun tage to both of us. ATHENA LAND CO. Box 274. Phone 355. Kills Her Foe of 20 Years. 'The most meroiless enemy I had for 20 years," declares Mrs. James Duncan, of Haynesville, Me., "was Dyspepsia. I suffered intensely after eating or drinking and. oould soarcely sleep. After many remedies had fail ed and several doctors gave me up. I tried Eleotrio Bitters, wbioh cured me completely. Now I can eat any imug. i am vu years oia ana am overjoyed to get my health and strength back again." For Indiges tion, Loss of Appetite Kidney Trouble. Lame Baok, Female Complaints, it is nnequaled. Only 50o at all druggists, This rate inoludes railroad ticket for the round trip, and berth in sleeping oar for the going trip, side trips provided for in the itinerary, and all meals from the hour of departure Monday sight, January 17, until arrival in Los Angeles, 5:30 p. ni., Sunday, January 23, are also ioolud ed; also trip to- Kiverside and Redlands, over the inside track, Monday, January 24tb. Two tiokets entitle holders to a full seotion. Return Limit, April 17, 1910 Berth reservations and full itinerary of the trip can be had of your looal agent or R. Burns, District Freight and Passenger Agent, Walla Walla. Wash. A deposit of $20.00 will be required on each ticket at t time reservation is made. - v Forced Into Exile. Wm. Upohurob of Glen Oak, Okla, was an exile from home. Mountain air, he thought would cure a frightful lungraoking oongb that had defied all remedies for two years. After six months he returned, death dogging his steps. "Then I began . to use Dr. King's New Discovery," be writes. and after taking six bottles I am as well as ever." It saves thousands yearly from desperate lung diseases. Infallible for Coughs and Colds, it dispels Hoarseness and sore Throat. Cures Grip, Whooping Congb. 500 and $1, trial bottles free, guaranteed ty all druggists. A Good Positron, can be had by ambitious young men and women iu the field of "Wireless" and Railroad telegraphy. Since the 8-hour law became effective, and since the Wireless companies are establish ing stations throughout the country there is a great shortage of telegraph ers. Positions pay beginners from $70 to $90 per month, with good chance for advancement. The National Tele graph Institute of Portland, Ore.. operates six official institutes in America, under supervision of B. R. and Wireless offioials and places all graduates into positions. It will pay yoo to write tbera for full details. BANNER 3 A LVE Km moat b&aliiii aalva In the world. t -11 Soscial u Holiday. Inducements $250.00 Assortment which includes Toys, Notions and Fancy Goods. I have endeavored to assemble the best possible collection, largest sizes, and best values obtainable from the best Eastern markets. No other store in the county will give you as large and choice a selection gf mm 8 as I elU , will give you for the money No. 1 1 doz. nickel Trumpets, measuring 12 1-2 inches, with fancy colored chenille cord wound with fanoy ootd, 15c. No. 22 doz. niokel Finished Battles, assorted, 3 different styles, with natural wood handles with bone rings and whistle ends, best value for the money. Sol. No. 31 doz. spring tops. A very strong cop 6 3-4 inches in oiroumfeienoe. After winding up the spring press the button and the top flies off with muoh force; 15o. Nc 41-2 doz. Toy violins, an exaot model of a fine violin measuring 11 inches, real gut strings and real hair bow, 75o. ( No. 52 doz. Buffalo Bill Pop Guns, extra strong springs, snoots cork in the spring, 13inobes long, 25o. No. 6 Vaouum target Guns, 18 1-2 in. long, 00c. No. 72 doz. performing Monkeys, a very amus ing Japanese toy, will go through all kinds of gym n?stics, 25o. No. 8 J doz. Toy Whips, white braid lash, 4 1-2 inch stock, 15o. No. 9 U. S. Soldiers' Equipment, consisting of combination gun shooting paper caps, 18 1-2 in. long bright sword with metal soatbard, white and blue cap and knapsack with initials U. 8., all nicely mounted on card, $1.50. No. 101 doz. imported Parlor Balls silk worsted oovericg in assorted bright colors, too soft to break the window or hurt the baby, 15o. No. 11 Soft Stuffed Animals on rollttrs. doers. horses, elephants etc., all prices. No. 121-2 plush, COo. doz. Stuffed Teddy Bears, brown No. 131 only Skidoo Dog, the presttiest one yon ever saw, $1.50. No. 14 1 doz. assorted Mechanioal Toys repre senting theMexioan and his dog, the comical Sulky Rider, two funny clowns in action and many others, 25. and 50. No. 15 Musioal frog, a gaily painted frog with a pair of cymbals iu his fore paws, $1.00. No. 16 Monkey Banjo Player, represents a finely dressod up monkey sitting on a tree stump playing the banjo, $1.50. No. 17 Meohauioul Tourist Auto, a double seat ed tourist auto car 9x16 in. with ooaob top, every thing complete with steering gear and chauffeur. Yon can't get an auto for less; $3.50. No. 181 only Star Steam Engine, exaot copy of a fine upright engine working by steam, brass boiler and cylinder, every piece tried by steam in the fao tory, $2.50. No. 19 Mechanioal Centiimotor with wind mill attachment; an entirely new invention no eleotiio batteries aDd no steam to set the fly wheel in motion. $2.50. No. 20 Gravity Top. Two clowns give a per formance by tumbling down a 15 inch ladder, sim ply worked by gravity. 75o. . No. 211 only Dressed Doll, 19 in. long, a very pretty doll, sleeping, life size, pretty teeth, superbly dressed. It must be seen to be appreciated. $2.00. We haven't room to specify and price all of our Xmas gatherings. We have a large assortment of Tin Ranges, Child's cooking sets, dressed dolls, work boxes, toilet cases, military sets, collar and cuff boxes, smoking tables, silver ink stands, China tea sets, China cups and saucers, brass beds, alphabet blocks, architectural building blocks, Milton Bradey's game card games, Backgamun boards, picture books, mounted pict- f i ures, post card albums, combination toy safes, clock sayings banks, iron passenger Is a i.j ....'..u i i mi i . i . uauid, aicci uulm wiui iiui&cs, saiiu inuis, muie txucks, pussy m doois, surprise ooxes, fancy lunch boxes. A -large assortment of card games, such as Stars and Stripes, Peter Doddle, Authers, Old Maid, Wild Flowers, etc. Come to Athena's leading store and see the largest display of medium priced Xmas goods ever displayed here. A large display of Mufflers, Handkerchiefs, Pillow Tops, Fancy Water Sets and Dishes. T. 1. Taggart Athena Or. General Merchandise Phone 77