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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1909
Page
3
On August 4 in Seattle fruit quotations showed few changes. Demand was strong for peaches and grapes with hotels and cafes driving movement. Some markets, like pears and nectarines, remained weak or poor in condition.
Miss Henrietta Isabel Walker daughter of Mrs. Etta B. Walker of Los Angeles married Lieutenant John Stuart Williams of the U S A at the Presidio chapel in San Francisco. The bride was given away by her brother Lieutenant Eugene B. Walker and her sister as matron of honor. The couple plans to depart for Honolulu where Williams is stationed.
Ellensburg Aug 4 Coroner T S Wasson reports W T Alverson died July 27 from hunger and exposure caused by cold rain. He was said to have been found mentally sound, having survived five days after disappearing from the sheep camp with only coffee for nourishment. His funeral will be held tomorrow under Eagles Red Men and Masons lodges.
Farmers of 550000 acres east of Wenatchee push a $5 million gravity irrigation project to bring Columbia River water from Marcus to Grant County. The plan envisions a 100 mile pipeline, a 2 percent per acre assessment, and initial water cost under $20 per acre with low ongoing maintenance. J M Spencer of Plains Montana and A D Campbell back the proposal, which could yield one of the west’s largest irrigation ventures.
Hugo Kelly and Frank Klaus will meet in New Orleans on September 26. Bob Fitzsimmons tends his farm and sometimes umpiring. Billy Delaney, retired fight manager, runs a cigar business in Oakland. John L. Sullivan visits Roxbury Boston to reconnect with boyhood friends. Frank Erne plans to bring Marcel Moreau from Paris for his return.
The Democratic state convention met at the Majestic theatre in Harrisburg with Arthur G. Dowalt of Allentown presiding. Delegates aim to name candidates for state treasurer auditor general and justice of the supreme court. Likely picks include C LaRue Munson for the supreme court, Guthrie for treasurer, and Vance McCormick among auditors general contenders.
Edward E. Henry of United States Express Co Chicago recounts using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to stop chronic diarrhoea on trains. He notes past military service with Rutherford B. Hayes and William McKinley in the 23rd Ohio regiment and reports being cured. Sold by all dealers.
Leavenworth officials announce construction of a park along Main Street and the Great Northern right of way after orders from St. Paul moved frame buildings from the area. The action clears space for a public park and touches local planning.
R S Kieser, owner of the Gem cafe, came back yesterday from a business trip to Spokane.
I have used Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy since 1872 with speedy cures. I am a commercial traveler for eighteen years and never start out without this, my faithful friend. HM S Nichols of Oakland Indiana Territory testifies to its value after thirty five years of use. For sale by all dealers.
Various notes on baseball teams and players swirl including Christy Mathewson’s return from hand injury, Nap Rucker’s pitching form, Beanville battery at Boston, Ed Karger and Tommy Madden born in Boston, and the Browns’ path to the top after leaving home.
Rumor says Great Northern Railway may create a nearly 100 foot wide park strip along multiple town sections. If true, the project would add a notable beauty spot likely to draw considerable attention from travelers.
Wenatchee visitors to Seattle are advised to stay at Mrs Wiswell's, 4529 Brooklyn Avenue. From the Eastlake or Wallingford depot exits, proceed directly to the house. Daily rate is 1 dollar for room and bath, with advance room engagements recommended.
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