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Newspaper
Kennewick Courier
Location
Kennewick, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1909
Page
4
An essay-like fragment advises keeping detailed records for hens including expenses credits and egg production. It cites FakM JOURNAL and notes Mrs A Bell’s Antlers inn visit. A marriage anecdote laments husbands neglecting wives after marriage. Paul Callow visits Bell ingham before moving to Montana.
Local items from Richland highlight a Christmas program at the Benton Water Co hall with Santa and skating on Van Horn lake cut by bad weather. The community welcomes Ada Corbett as assistant principal, notes church construction, a new residence for E Ketterman, and social gatherings at Christmas.
In January Woman's Home Companion recounts Doctor Hale recalling a Fourth of July moment in Boston when large crowds, including many youth, entered Park Street Meeting House to hear My Country Tis of Thee sung for the first time. The narrator reflects on his own wonder and restraint during the historic hymn event.
To the many friends who gave aid and sympathy during my husband's sickness and death I extend sincere thanks and pray that the Heavenly Father may be their comfort in similar trials. Mrs G W Cuancey.
A poem observes the wind’s varied voices, from encouraging lovers and comforting wives to mocking anger and cheering children. It notes wind’s reach through cabins and crowds, warning of an angry surge if provoked. The piece ends with a signature line indicating author Joun De Wat.
Finley residents celebrate Christmas with H W Nelson visiting North Yakima and a Finley lumber yard manager with family. Ground breaking for a new hall and store, home building, porch projects, and travel to Spokane Apple Show are mentioned along with railroads aiding the Washington Children’s Home Society and 1908 crop totals up sharply from 1907.
A. W. Austin traveled to Spokane after visiting F. D. Parker. The government steamer Umatilla and Inland Empire struggled over Homily Rapids near town and only progressed after dark. Miss Peterson of Kennewick visits Mrs. Chas Marshall while Mrs. D. S. Stuart recovers. Public remarks on Christmas with Walla Walla visitors Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Richards. E. E. White prunes E. L. Nance’s orchard. Bob Leonard remains seriously ill.
A Tacoma advertisement invites readers to write the D S Johnson Co for a Free Trial Edison Phonograph and records as a family gift. Phil Bier constructs a bungae on his Weisel addition lots.
Christmas exercises at the Presbyterian church delighted audiences with varied performances by children directed by Mrs. Julius Wehrly. Singers, reciters, a Santa appearance, and gifts created a festive mood. the Congregational Church event also drew large crowds with decorated trees and candy treats.
Abed Luth of Mt. Vernon files a contest against George Kirk over Land Office No. 15117 in Section 26 Township 8 N Range E, alleging lack of cultivation and six months absence since April 22 1908. Public notice to appear Feb 17 1909 before the Register and Receiver at Wall Walla Land Office after due diligence failed. A. J. Gillis, Register. E A Bollum observed Ranch Kennewick Gardens visiting this week.
Partial OCR reads as travel times and steamer schedule notes with unclear dates and days. No clear event or entities emerge beyond generic time stamps and river steamer reference.
The Chamberlain cough remedy promises relief for coughs and colds and has been widely circulated worldwide. Available for purchase through The Columbia Pharmacy.
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