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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1908
Page
2
In a reflective piece from Wenatchee, the article argues that dreams drive progress, citing the Columbia River steel bridge as a landmark. It cautions wealth alone may not bring happiness, urging unselfish use of wealth to improve others and secure lasting satisfaction.
The Wenatchee property suit filed by Will Shaffer draws sharp questions about motive and impact. Residents fear a bluff to cloud titles and extract quit claim payments, while editors and local observers scrutinize the case and its potential financial consequences for hundreds of landowners.
The letter questions McBride on local option, liquor interests, rail and race-track gambling, urging a clear, decisive public position. It contrasts Mead’s clearly stated stance with McBride’s silence and cites Schmitz Heimrich and Schupp as brewery backers seeking McBride’s nomination.
James Gavin, a well known Cashmere youth, died at his home from sciatica rheumatism after a long illness. He leaves a mother, three sisters and three brothers, including sister Mrs F M Berry of this city. His father died a few months ago. Funeral services are this afternoon with Rev Raab of the Presbyterian church delivering the sermon.
Mrs H R Stearns fell from new back steps at her home west of the city injuring a bone between the knee and ankle and dislocating the knee. Dr Culp reports she is improving but will remain confined for weeks.
The team and wagon of Henry Rose, who perished in the Columbia River, were recovered yesterday at Orondo. Both horses drowned with the man, and the wagon remains in good condition.
Judge Miles Poindexter in Spokane condemned Tax Commissioner Rockwell’s proposal as machine politics. He argues a 20 to 40 member chamber conference would be less representative than the state convention and the primary system should decide congressional candidates. Poindexter toured Chelan Okānogan Ferry Douglas Lincoln counties and plans Adams Franklin Benton Yakima Kititas. He found broad primary support but little enthusiasm for opponents except Field in Chelan.
Wilbur July 21. M. E. Hay of Wilbur, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, says evasion of tax collectors is common under current assessor practices. He proposes more comprehensive listing laws and a fairer distribution of taxable values to equalize the system.
City officials debated granting a franchise to a power company while insisting on residential lighting obligations. A council member from the fire and lights committee emphasized the need for mutual duties, not just supplying power for business use.
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