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Wenatchee Daily World

Location

Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1908

Page

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Cook With Electricity Disc Stove Promises Quick Heating

A compact table disc stove heats water or cooks rapidly and offers a free trial, presenting a convenient kitchen option.

Lands to Open for Settlement Under Indian Reservations

The Garfield interior report states laws enacted to dispose of about 4.0 million acres across Colville Flathead Yakima Blackfeet Lower Brule Coeur d Alene Rosebud and Lemhi reservations next year or this year. It notes 1907 public land revenue topped 9 million dollars with $80 917.58 from timber trespasses and $203 552.68 recovered in suits. One hundred thirty six unlawful inclosures described. most removed or being litigated.

Colville Reservation Wash Flathead Reservation Mont Yakimah Reservation Blackfeet Reservation Lower Brule Reservation S. D Coeur d'Alene Reservation Idaho Rosebud Reservation SS. D Lemhi_ reservation James R. Garfield Secretary of the Interior Garfield Colvile Coeur d’Alene Public Land Service Garneld Department

Portland Fair Beats Jamestown in Attendance

Special Correspondence from Seattle reports that the Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition planned for Seattle in 1909 shows strong potential. A comparison of past expositions reveals Portland’s 1905 Lewis and Clark event drew 2,554,848 attendees while Jamestown in 1907 reached 2,844,452. Portland’s paid admissions totaled 1,588,858 versus Jamestown 1,401,409. Continued on Page 3.

Seattle Pacific Coast Portland Ore Norfolk

Gubernatorial Outlook and McBride's Spokane Visit

The Spokane Chronicle reports former Governor Henry McBride weighing a gubernatorial bid and sending emissaries to Eastern Washington to gauge Mead's strength since 1904. McBride plans a formal announcement if support builds, with Spokane leaders questioned about party sentiment.

Gov. Mead Henry McBride Spokane Chronicle McBride Spokane Mec

Missing Word Contest Ends Next Saturday

Readers urged to submit answers now as the world office announces next Saturday as the final appearance of the missing word contest with remaining dollars on hand.

World Office

Dam and Locks Feasible on Columbia Near Rock Island Rapids

The Daily World reports that an open river between Wenatchee and Priest Rapids could be created by damming the Columbia near Rock Island Rapids and adding one or two locks. Engineer C C Ward says the project is feasible and could cost around 500000, with benefits including water power, irrigation, slack water, and safer boating between Wenatchee and the Rapids.

Washington Columbia River Wenatchee Priest Rapids Beverly Milwaukee Columbia Rock Island Rapids Ohio River Rock Island Ward C. C. Ward

Entertaining Afternoon Party at Mrs Quigg's New Home

Mrs J W Quigg and Mrs Alexander Baptie hosted a large reception at the Miller street home with twelve card tables and a floral wedding quiz. Prizes included a hand painted picture, geraniums, a cut glass trophy for 500 winner, and a Tilli cum Tales copy. Rev H W D Kirkendall accepts Mt Vernon Baptist pastorate.

J. W. Quigg Alexander Baptie Miller Street Frank Culp Charles Brown Walter Olive Halbert Quigg Misfl Baptie Theodore Ramm Seattle Mrs. Quigg J. M. Jack E. J. Griggs C. Griggs A. Griggs Iy. Ll. Neubauer W. A. Thompson George Rossi E. M. Alien C. A. Bower Terry Ross Guy. Browne C. Gilchrist

Chesnuts Consider Move to Wenatchee Fruit Ranch

Mr and Mrs W L Chesnut of Seattle plan to relocate to Wenatchee if they approve of the climate and fruit culture. They will learn fruit and alfalfa care on C E Morse’s extensive Wheeler Hill ranch where they are located.

W. L. Chesnut Seattle D’ Wenatchees C. E. Morse Wheeler Hill

A. L. Morris Praises California Trip and Medford Valley

A. L. Morris returned from an extended trip through California and Oregon yesterday. He praised California as a pleasure resort but said Medford, Oregon cannot compare with our valley.

A. L. Morris California Oregon Medford Ore

Many Offer Assistance In Wenatchee Community

Scores of residents responded to a World appeal last night aiding a sick woman and child. The city’s sympathy and prompt offers secured immediate help, with special credit to N Insche for arranging support. more details follow on Page Three.

Wenatchee N. Insche

Wenatchee Council Votes to Keep Town Closed

City council adopts police committee report establishing a $100 fine or thirty days jail for Sunday open front window violations with license revocation on a second offense. Streets committee outlines Wenatchee avenue Chelan avenue and Okanogan avenue improvements. K Ritte liquor license transfer for A J Ters granted until committee reviews applicants’ records.

Wenatchee Committee On Wenatchee Avenue Chelan Avenue Okanogan Avenue K. Ritte

Mrs McGuinn Returns Home From Seattle Visit

Mrs McGuinn who has been visiting in Seattle for a month is back at her home on Orondo avenue.

Mrs. McGuinn Seattle Orendo Avenue

Navigation Blocked by Ice on Wenatchee River

Steamboat traffic between Wenatchee and upriver points is halted due to large floating ice on the main stream. Stages operate to carry passengers. Duration depends on weather, with possible resumption in days or, if cold, two to three weeks.

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