A Seat of Many Ills and Eye Strain Theories
A 1907 report discusses eye strain linked to a range of ailments including nervous disorders and melancholia. It notes cases where treatment and glasses did not help, and explains how eye trouble is now thought to trigger conditions like St Vitus dance and chronic headaches. The piece also explains Canton tea names such as Pekoe and Hyson with brief etymologies.
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New York
Canton
Jabor
Amoy
Bohea
Portland
Ore
Cleaning bronzes and a reflective aphorism
The piece advises cleaning bronzes with water and a stiff brush, drying thoroughly, dusting daily, and occasionally applying oil. It also notes hot water and soap to remove stains, then contrasts aging and virtue with a concluding Selected quotation about those who die young from not growing old.
Ancient Finance Before Coinage Across Early Civilizations
A New York Press summary noting that ancient empires from Assyria and Egypt to Rome and Greece operated without money. Trade relied on bartering and weighed bullion, with commerce conducted via ships from Tyre and Tarshish carrying goods from Ophir to distant markets.
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Assyria
Egypt
Persia
Darius
Solomon
Judas Maccabaeus
Etruria
Rome
Servius Tullius
Abraham
Macpelah
Ephron
Arabia
Job
India
Judaea
Greece
Asia Minor
Tyre
Ophir
Indian Isle
Ceylon
Gaul
Tin Islands
Scilly
Vigo
New York Press
Gentleman Promises Cash On Word Of A Gentleman
Brown questions repayment timetables and Moore reassures with a gentleman’s promise. Brown counters and asks to bring the other party tonight. The exchange sets up a late evening meeting to finalize the money handover.
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Brown
Moore
It is only reason that teaches silence and speaks
The quote notes that reason guides restraint while the heart prompts expression, reflecting a contrast between intellect and emotion as a moral compass.
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Richter
Division heated over Yakima county lines in editorials
Local editorials from Yakima Republic Sunnyside Sun and Wapato Independent argue for and against dividing Yakima county. Prosser seeks a six mile strip to outvote neighboring areas, while Benton county supporters and Wapato fear loss of status and seat. Allies warn of splits affecting Hitchcock and Boardman, with pledges to fight the plan to the death.
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Yakima Republic
Prosser Hankers
Yakima County
Kennewick
Punty Sea
Presentaive Jobson
Bro. Boardman
Sunnysine
Benton County
Yak Ma
Wapato
Prosser
Yakima
Benton
Sunnyside
Presserites
Col
William Hitchcock
Sunnyside Sun
Col. Boardman
Hitchcock
Presser
William
the Sun
Col. Robertson
Whitman College Receives Eells Collection and Library
The widow of Rev Myron Eells D D transfers a prized Indian curios and historical relics collection from Hood s Canal service to Whitman College. Also added is his Northwestern history library. Senator Robert La Follette will lecture on Representative Government on April 15 at Walla Walla with a Commercial Club banquet in his honor.
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Myron Eells
Hood's Canal
Northwestern
Probaly
Robert la Follette
Wisconsin
Walla Walla
Commercial Club of
Two Cent Fare Bills Pass Across States
Both houses of West Virginia and Nebraska legislatures pass a two cent fare bill. The West Virginia lower house records a 106 to 0 vote. Missouri Senate also approves the bill following recent lower house action on February 12.
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West Virginia
Missouri State Senate
Nebraska Legislature
Annual School Election Notice for Benton District 17
Notice states Benton County Washington District No. 17 will elect one school director for a three year term at the High School on Saturday March 2 1907. Polls open 1 PM to 5 PM. By order of the Board of Directors dated February 16 1907.
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Attalia
Washington
Columba River
Walla Walla County
Kennewick Irrigation Canal
Northern Pacific
Washington & Columbia River
Oregon Railway & Navigation Company
Columbia River
United States
Superior
Seattle
Tacoma
Portland
Spokane
Northwest
Columbia Canal Coo
Benton County
State of Washington
Don F. Cresswell
Halister’s Rocky Mountain Tea Promoted by Columbia Pharmacy
In a brisk promotional note, the Columbia Pharmacy touts Halister's Rocky Mountain Tea as an energizing finish aid. The message, signed by C Hoadley, School District Clerk, emphasizes action and vim for quick results.
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Halister
Rocky Mountain Tea
Columbia Pharmacy
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U. K
Cascade Lumber CO
W. F. Baker
Sheppard
Kennewick, Wash
White Bluffs
Hanford Ditch
H. L. Bergnouths
Hinckley Bik
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Kennewick Courier
Greatest
Woman's Home Companion
Success Magazine
Courier Regular Price
Ancient Finance
Whitman
P. m
Board of Directors
C. Hoadley
School Dist
Lerk
I. N. Mueller
Undertaker
Attorney At Law
J. W. Callicotte
Taylor Elk, Proeser, Wash
C. Staser
Eakin Bldg
Adams County
Wash
Ernest L. Kolb
Reed Building
C. T. Geezentanner
U. S
Pasco, Wash
C. F. Breithaupt
W. F. Lamson, D.O.S
Pallister
Dr. J. B. Schlund
Amon
DR. E. W. Myers
Osteopathic Physician
Des Moines, Is
Conway House
J. W. Hewetson
F. M. Crosby, M.d.,c.m
Bertha Stripp
Kennewick Lodge
A. M
J. Sincomag
W. M. Volney
Cox, Secy
I . O . Oo. F. Kennewick Lodge No.222
Masonic Hall
H. H. Bowers
F. Sonpermax
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