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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1910
Page
5
Readers are urged to try a popular remedy claimed to give immediate permanent satisfaction for painful afflictions. Endorsers report enthusiasm and relief for cold foot discomfort, and the ad promises guaranteed satisfaction. The pitch notes this is one of many famous cures, with hundreds of items offered.
The asteria or star gem, famed for health and good fortune, is linked to April births and worn as an amulet. Found mainly in Ceylon within ruby sapphire soils, the six ray star forms from silk pressure and varies in color from pale blue to purple. It ranks just below diamond in hardness.
A compendium of nautical expressions used metaphorically across eras and languages. Phrases like spliced, mainstay, puts his oar in, wind taken from his sails, and steers the ship of state illustrate how sea imagery surfaces in speech. It traces ancient references and proverbs from Horace, Plutarch, Aristophanes, Plautus, and Malay and Tamil maxims, showing universal sailing metaphors in language.
Eastern Washington attorneys show anxiety over the federal judgeship appointment with Judge Rudkin favored by friends. Contenders include Will G. Graves of Spokane John L Sharpstein Walla Walla William A Heineke Spokane A G Avery Falls City and W Cant on Waterville. Friends of former Senator George Turner doubt his U S Supreme Court chances while President may prefer eastern jurists for the two vacancies.
A Spokane area woman waits five months for a diamond engagement ring sent from Cranbrook B C last July. Customs inspectors found the ring baked inside a wedding cake and the sender paid a $24 duty on November 30 before the ring and case were mailed to the recipient.
Chicago reports heavyweight champion John Arthur Johnson worried about his mental state after nerve break fears. He underwent several brain examinations which doctors said showed nerves in good condition. He sought a brain picture to confirm nothing was wrong and the effort ended with the world champion examining his cranium.
Twisp Washington December meeting supports forming an organization to petition the legislature to detach Methow country from Okanogan county. Plan divides by watersheds with summit as line, Methow named for the new county. Population near 3000 and assessed value about 1.6 million.
The Ladies Aid of the Methodist church will hold its annual bazaar in the church basement on December 14 at 2 30 PM. Donations should be sent to Mrs S A Thompson before that date. Mrs S A Thompson, Chairman Committee.
The report cites Charles F. Johnson a Wa terville lawyer as likely to succeed Eugene Hale in the U S Senate. It notes Hiram W Johnson’s gubernatorial vote in California as the largest ever for a California governor.
Contractor Thomas McKiver sought a $1210 rebate for unfinished Wenatchee avenue and King and Palouse streets work and $298 for curbing replacement on North Wenatchee Avenue. The council paid $210 on Wenatchee avenue and the $298 curb claim, denying the rest.
A delivery wagon hitched to a team of cayuses broke loose yesterday afternoon near the Mission street entrance of the Harling building. The heavy weight was dragged as the horses bolted and nearly overturned the wagon, causing alarm among bystanders.
A runaway wagon narrowly missed McCarl's horse and buggy at the corner near the First National Bank. The wagon’s wheels tore into McCarl's buggy, then collided with a ladder from a telephone repair wagon. The team overturned into mud as bystanders freed the horses and harness. No serious damage reported.
A Spokane county state aid road dispute was heard by Governor Hay. Commissioner H. L. Bowlby’s findings were sustained on most points. Contractors sought full payment. an engineer will verify classifications. If no agreement, a disinterested engineer will be appointed by the governor whose findings are final.
The garment workers strike remains unresolved after clothiers and tailors refuse to negotiate with workers' representatives. Mayor Busse's panel had hoped for peace, but the situation grows uncertain as Police Chief Stewart grants a permit for a 59,000-strong parade tomorrow. Employers' group cites refusal to recognize the union as the reason for not negotiating.
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