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Newspaper
Lynden Tribune
Location
Lynden, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
4
Entry notes mail matter handling at the Linden post office in Washington state with a Secsed-Cises designation. The fragment indicates postal service processing but lacks full context or action.
The piece mocks delaying registration and voting on key questions like prohibition in Washington. It references John M. Parker as progressive party vice president and hints at speculative presidential run after Roosevelt's departure, satirizing political indecision and voter apathy.
A heated call urges readers to burn an alley trash pile before a dangerous red firecracker damages property. The message warns the explosive can destroy nearby homes and barns even if careless.
The passage cites Poindexter claiming the progressive movement forced a nomination to block Theodore Roosevelt and warns that the plan aimed to thwart Roosevelt himself. It portrays internal factional tensions within the party and the 1912 political maneuvering around leadership and strategy.
A terse dispatch reports danger to the Hearst estate in Merce and suggests rising tensions that could lead to conflict. The message implies possible warfare and urgent risk to property and security.
The Everson Valley Home announces a change in its publication with a more concise format. Editor Reed is urged to receive congratulations from subscribers on this redesign while the paper emphasizes county prominence and independence from outside support.
The Weekly Messenger made its first appearance at the State Normal School last week. F. Clarence Daniquist of Laurel is the editor and is praised as a mighty good one. The Messenger should be elected to a permanent chair at the Normal.
A letter from M. Maneval argues for road building reform. He proposes a wide central lane with gravel on the sides and 4 tracks each side to allow passing. He claims safety and cost parity with current methods and invites better plans.
The business announces a relocation to 205 West Holly Street after moving downstairs to an older site, signaling an updated local footprint for Exclusive Optome.
Senator Miles Poindexter relays Hughes's strong National ticket support in a Tribune letter. The writer rates Hughes second only to Roosevelt and hails him as the strongest convention nomination choice for the district Republicans.
The Larson and Nesman families express heartfelt thanks for the kind assistance during their bereavement. The message lists Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Larson, Mr. C. C. Larson, Mrs. and Martin Nesman, and Mr. and Mrs. W. Johnson.
A candidate declares run for County Commissioner in the Second District on the Republican ticket. The primary is set for Tuesday September 12 1916.
Chas. E. Phoenix announces candidacy for county engineer at the forthcoming primaries as a Republican. He pledges full-time service and a square deal for all sections of Whatcom County, claiming no factional allegiance and a focus on taxpayers’ interests, to be elected if nominated.
Frank W. Bixby announces his bid for a superior judge position in Whatcom County Washington subject to voters of all parties at the primaries on Tuesday September 12 1916. He signs from Suite 6 7 and 8 Clover Block Bellingham Washington.
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