28 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Hayward Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1902
Page
1
Hayward faces questions over new railroad colonist rates aimed at Eastern home-seekers. The piece urges bold local promotion, notes rail line publicity, and critiques transit policies while calling for lighter dog nuisance and civic action. It also salutes San Leandro Standard on its tenth anniversary.
Editor calls for a public gathering to test three or more candidates for the Trustee positions. The proposal aims to expose each hopeful to a public gridiron of questions so voters can judge who will stand firm against pressure and back municipal advancement.
Local advertisements tout Starrs stock of seeds, potatoes, and eggs, plus perfumes at Reid’s and Meid’s Drug Store. Hayward Lumber promotes meat meal for poultry. A Man Talk promotional piece invites readers to gather for social chat and guidance, with other lines advertising Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy and Union Pacific rail fare from several cities to California.
The March Home Journal issue is lauded for its engaging fiction and varied articles. It features pieces by William Perrine and Stockton, a touching tale by Kate Whiting Patch, and the Windy City themes in The Russell’s in Chicago. Editorials include Mrs Mabie's Literary Talk and practical pieces on home weddings and silhouettes. Curtis Publishing Company markets the edition at one dollar a year, ten cents a copy.
Rain data indicate season accumulation of 12.50 inches, compared with 8.70 inches at this point last year and 15.01 inches in 1900, noting a marked variance in historical rainfall records.
Proceedings report a water rate proposal for sprinkling and 1000 gallons, plus a dispute over fair rates reflecting investments. A railroad grade project on Rail Road Avenue to Line Street was tabled for $200. Committees were formed to inspect Mt Eden row and widen Cull Canyon approach. A Native Daughter birth noted. local political races hinted. Becher yard trespass attempt thwarted by watchful neighbors.
Maynard faced heavy rain and strong winds over the past week. Winds uprooted tires and toppled a large corner tree causing electric lines to fall and a short circuit risk. Linemen cleared the obstruction and power was cut briefly to prevent damage. The storm may affect almond blooms and cherry crops if rain returns.
The Camden Missouri Messenger recommends a highly effective cough and cold remedy praised for preventing croup in their family. It is suggested as a household safeguard, especially for households with small children, and available at Hayward Drug Store.
An old advertisement extols Ripans Tabules as a simple remedy for indigestion stomach ailments and disordered bowels. It claims quick relief without physician visits, promising cleansing toning and overall system improvement through a trusted tonic.
Alameda County voters must re register to vote in the November General Election as the Great Register names were cancelled. Registration is ongoing from January 1 until forty days before the November election. Affidavits must be sworn before the County Clerk or deputies, office hours are 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. daily.
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