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Newspaper
Kennewick Courier
Location
Kennewick, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1909
Page
8
The article describes an exhibit room with a laboratory to test road surfaces including asphalt brick and wood block. It cites Spokesman-Review figures showing US public roads at 1904 5 151 570 miles with only 7.4 percent improved and notes high maintenance costs of 80 million dollars in 1904, urging economy in road building.
The text argues that much roadwork is wasted due to amateur county and town officials. It challenges the assumption that anyone can build a good road and notes rising demand for professional services and state supervision.
H R Watson of the Republican Bulletin reports Benton County’s exhibit is well placed and attractive, drawing many Fair visitors. Fresh vegetables and grains draw favorable comment, with Yakima Herald noting Benton surpasses Prosser in agricultural displays. The Commission backs strong product promotion, though Prosser’s agent Stam earns 150 dollars monthly to attract settlers. thirty five of thirty eight.
Counties across the state will host exhibits rivaling any home state display. The plan aims to draw visitors and delegates, making the fair a meeting place for party activities. Proposals suggest Kennewick, Richland, and eastern county districts send a representative. Potential candidates include C. A. Lundy, S. T. Laird, and G. E. Hanson.
Fire at the A J Barham home north of the tracks started around nine in the morning and consumed the upstairs. Neighbors Mrs Huntington and Mrs Shaughnessy saved some items while others were lost, with total value between 750 and 1000 dollars uninsured. The house, worth about 2000, was a total loss. The HUntingtons will relocate to Spokane with a temporary outfit of clothes.
A fire in J. F. Perry's residence was detected just in time to stop major damage. The blaze started from cotton cloths treated with boiled linseed oil in the kitchen, igniting after being set aside. Fire was contained with minimal damage, underscoring the danger of oil-soaked rags and the need for caution with polishes.
The county prosecutor allows Kennewick saloons to keep their screens, as stated by the city marshal of the strawberry city. The remark signals ongoing tensions between local law enforcers and downtown liquor houses.
The marshal reports only three cigarette cases in Kennewick since the law took effect, with two involving eastern people. The prosecuting attorney refuses to prosecute, implying local honor and self respect reduce enforcement need in the valley’s straw berry city.
The A. Y. P. commission seeks any ranch products of extra good quality for display at the Benton County booth. If presented to the Fruit Growers' association, cash will be paid and items sent promptly to the exhibit.
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