30 Jul 1914
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Newspaper
Lynden Tribune
Location
Lynden, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1914
Page
1
A essay arguing patriotism as the nation’s breath and loyalty as obedience to God and government. It condemns liquor traffic as disloyal and calls citizens to lawfulness, virtue, and civic duty to build a lasting republic in a Christian nation. It cites scripture, Shakespeare, and Lincoln era rhetoric to urge steadfast loyalty.
Lynden hosts a Firemen's Tournament on August 27 with rain date the 28th. Events include hose cart races, ladder climbs, tug of war, foot races, and a relay race, with prizes funded by local merchants. Blaine and Burlington plan to participate and bands will provide music, followed by a grand ball at Hawley's Hall.
The Lynden school board awarded the erec tion contract for the new high school to J Trappman for 17 957 dollars, with Handy Fraley securing the galvanized iron cornice work for 584 20 and H Van Patten painting for 600. Plumbers, heating and electrical wiring bids around 4 300 were not let, likely going to outside firms, keeping most spending in Lynden.
Olympia battle over seven initiative measures heats up as Secretary Howell’s office readies a final check. Advocates claim each petition has enough valid signatures, while opponents argue graft and rigged verification threaten a November ballot.
The speech in Tacoma lauds Govnor Teats for backing progressive legislation and criticizing political cutthroats who blocked laws in the people’s interest. He is noted as one of the state's ablest men speaking in a blunt, reformist tone.
The national jeweler and optician notes gradual gains in 1914 and agrees with President Wilson that low mood is largely psychological. It cites railroads, tariffs, banking, and industry concerns as factors, with optimism rising as confidence and credit stabilize. Governor Lister names Augustus Brawley as superintendent judge for Skagit and San Juan counties to fill Judge Houser’s vacancy.
West Delta reports a week of visitors and gatherings as Henry Weidkamp lies ill. Local families host guests from Bellingham and Lynden while Stella Wright visits Bitterman and other social rounds continue. A Kendall mill fire leaves Johnson, Pearson, and Anderson with little insurance.
Mrs. Peterson of Bellingham is visiting at the A. M. Olson home. Families and neighbors travel Sunday to Ferndale Birch Bay Kendall and Mt. Baker region. Edith Engman returns to Bellingham after visiting E. Markstrom. Joe Helgath builds a cream separator house. A L Dunbar in New Westminster at his mother’s bedside.
Far from a single event, the item lists numerous local hospitality moments. Mr and Mrs Julius Shields hosted the Boyscraft club at the Gulf, while Paul Hood hosted guests including Mrs Minor McLain Jr and two children. Several families hosted dinners and visits across Bellingham area with notes on birthdays travel and weekend gatherings.
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