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Newspaper
Kennewick Courier
Location
Kennewick, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1908
Page
5
Local items list sales offerings and notices including flour and coffee at Fullers, seeds and potatoes for sale, harness shop gear, and farm equipment. Mentions births, visits, real estate, and construction updates with multiple local residents and businesses named.
On March 4 the nine hour system reduced work periods at the depot, leaving a two hour gap with no operator. The day operator runs 7 am to 1 pm, telegraph office closes until 4 pm, then 4 to 7 pm. night shift starts at 9 pm. Freight staff reduced, causing widespread sorting delays for local and boat freight. Merchants and draymen waste time. complaints rise and one more worker promised but insufficient. If unaddressed, merchants may appeal to the State Railroad Commission.
The last official statement dated February 14 shows deposits over 200000 placing the bank at the head of Benton county institutions. The Exchange Bank founded in 1903 had deposits under 100000 in 1905, while First National’s business volume now often exceeds 50000 daily. The bank supports local development and urges residents to open accounts to boost regional wealth.
Seasonal cough remedy urged as best on the market for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. Available for sale at Columbia Pharmacy.
Dean Kelso eldest son of Mr and Mrs W A Kelso died at his home in Kiona Sunday evening of diphtheria He was thirteen years old and regarded as a boy of much ability and promise His death is a sad blow to his parents and Kennewick friends extend sympathy
Mrs W S Maddrey hosted about 20 Ladies Aid Society members for a Thimble Party with fancy work and a two course luncheon. The gathering ended as a farewell for Mrs E O Brown the society president as she and her husband move to a ranch below Finley at the start of the week.
The Modern Woodmen event last Friday featured a lively basket auction led by M P Fuller. Miss May Larkin won the popularity vote and the prize cake as the event raised between 895 and 100 dollars.
The Kennewick Military Band played an open air concert Sunday afternoon March 1 but strong winds prevented a public square performance. Sixteen pieces were performed under director Prof Geo Jauslin to favorable audience reception and anticipation of future summer concerts.
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