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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1908
Page
1
William Turner draws plans for a premier suburban home in the valley with 50 by 68 foot porches, wide verandas, a flower conservatory, bright well lit rooms, and an abundance of hardwood finishes. A full basement includes fuel storage and a laundry. An on site gas generator will power cooking and lighting along with electric lights. M W Bird serves as architect.
Tacoma judge W H Snell, a likely governor hopeful, is in the city on a business trip with Mrs Snell. He declines to discuss politics, says he will not run while on the bench, and hints a future statement if he resigns. He will stay until tomorrow amid strong local interest and inquiries about Wenatchee Valley.
The Colville Examiner notes three human skeletons uncovered by sewer contractors LaPlant and Rusch during a near town construction project west of the track. The piece reflects on ancient flooding and aboriginal practices before white settlement altered the landscape.
The Cashmere waterworks and electric project gains momentum after a special council meeting. W. T. Clark and Marvin Chase propose to supply Wenatchee river power at 40 dollars per horse power per year, with 390 sixteen candle power lights subscribed and plans to reach about 700. Power generation near Peshastin will feed the valley with day and night service by August.
The Alaska trips contest ends tonight at nine. All ballots must be in the box by nine. Balloting is brisk with close races expected in three districts as leaders emerge. Final counting will start once votes are deposited and witnessed by contestants and friends.
Wenatchee Theatre hosted the annual declamatory and oratorical contest with eight contestants. Vida Van led after judging, with results continued on page two.
Walter M. Olive reports on Yakima Ellensburg Wenatchee districts noting rail line work by the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul, rising apple production, 50 000 acres slated for reclamation, and rapid North Yakima growth with improved roads electric lines and $100 000 approved for Yakima avenue paving. He praises Ellensburgs location and prospects while referencing local church services and community events.
The oldest place in the Wenatchea Valley sold last night as Leroy Wright bought the property from John Freer. Located about four miles north of town, the store site once run by Freer and Sam Miller will be developed into a fine residence, with Wright planning immediate improvements.
The Wenatchee school board announces the election of Superintendent A. L. Brown and principals T. C. Lemon O. R. Bond Miss Olga Todd Miss Cora M. Colton Miss Eunice Engeland Miss M. Lucas along with Grade Teachers F. M. Nance Miss Berenice Stookey Miss Elizabeth Hill and others in Seattle. The list is incomplete with more positions to be filled in coming days and some current teachers may leave to become homemakers.
Paid advertisement announces Dan F. Shaser's bid for county sheriff on the Democratic ticket, subject to the primary election. He states his candidacy and intent to run.
Fred M. Berry announces his candidacy for County Engineer under the Republican banner. He states his intention to run and seeks support from voters and party members.
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