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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1909
Page
2
The Daily World publication details for Wenatchee Washington outline its daily schedule excluding Sundays and list staff roles with contact and publishing information. It notes the paper is entered as second class at the Wenatchee post office and references subscription rates.
As the time nears for the special legislative session the talk centers on organization, but the agitation stems from a small group seeking to vent unused energy. Most members are sensible and doubt reorganization is needed for a short session. The aim is to address serious matters, not fuel partisan displays at the public expense.
The Portland municipal vote rejected the commissioner system and blocked exclusive liquor control for ten years, showing satisfaction with the status quo. Voters faced too many questions, suggesting a tactic to dilute focus. The result indicates initiative and referendum are not revolutionary tools.
The piece notes Missouri Governor Hadley signed a bill making it a misdemeanor for youths 10 to 18 to smoke in public. It argues such laws reflect a broader push by legislatures to curb the cigarette evil and promote public welfare and youth health.
Krupp day lands in June 8 news notes the Urquhart Land company formed by Urquhart Brothers H S Davis and B F Paff with 25000 capital. They plan to irrigate 500 acres near Krupp by damming Crab creek, subdivide into 5 and 10 acre tracts, with John Urquhart opening a real estate office to sell. The project aims to grow apples peaches and other fruits once water is on.
Leavenworth reports a reader recalling the Indian girl from the Wounded Knee incident and describing a visit to O Neill Nebraska where the child played with a deceased woman’s daughter. An anecdote notes the girl wore stockings altered by her own scissors claiming her legs were too warm.
A surprise party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. A L McMullen honored their son Oscar with games music ice cream and cake. Attendees included A L McMullen A C McPherson Orpha and Nellie McMullen Mina Allenbaugh Jessie Glan Eva Fletcher Oscar Vernie Elmer McMullen Will McMullen Charley McMullen Ernest Wheeler Archer Allenbaugh Oscar McKee Jesse McLaughlin Welly Larrabee Ernest Fletcher Burr Sherobar and Martin Orting. Mrs Abe Derting has been sick several days. Jessie Glann staying at the Hilands Annie Will sick last week. E H McPherson of Seattle visited the Hilands Friday.
Mrs R N Johnson of Portland and Miss Florence Higgins of Tacoma visit friends in town. H O Todd of Denver visits on business. J J Sellers of Tacoma stays on business. C W Tubbs of Wenatchee Steam Laundry ill with rheumatism. Lem Ward returns from Seattle on business. Ethel Petterson returns from Seattle. Miss Merriam and Mrs Riggs visit Leavenworth today. Fred Thorpe deputy sheriff from Conconully was in town yesterday.
Chicago June 9 two full grown lions escaped and roamed the streets scattering a carnival crowd in terror. Showmen eventually captured Caesar after a dog stopped his charge while Denver was caged. Over 2000 spectators fled to safety as the lions caused chaos in shop yards.
Seattle grain dealers oppose a state law requiring inspection and weighing of each carload shipped to the Sound with a 1 fee. The law, effective June 1, places the grain department under the railroad commission and targets hay wheat oats and barley. Dealers argue the rule does not affect prices when shipments move within the state and harms dealers who buy and store locally. The aim is to curb rejections of good hay and force inspectors to verify quality on shipments rather than pre purchase field inspections.
Ennis Bros report long use of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy made in Des Moines. They credit a prompt El Paso saving event and say they now sell it in Narcoossee Florida where the remedy is gaining favor with steady growth. It is available from all dealers.
J J Eyer at 132 N Mission St offers bicycle tires and related services for bikes. The listing highlights Easy Running Bacycle and promotes top bicycle tires as a preferred option.
An advertisement notes a bazaar offering two palm leaf fans and five cent fire crackers along with fireworks. The listing highlights affordable items for shoppers at the bazaar event.
Former Governor Albert E. Mead of Bellingham aligns with Laurelhurst Land Co of Seattle which bought part of the Portland Ladd estate for 1.4 million dollars. The property will be subdivided and marketed by July 1. Mead plans Seattle residence. McClellan of Seattle Post Office visits Bellingham with plans to plant 17 acres in Swakane canyon.
Relinquishment offer for 160 acres six miles from Brewster Washington. 80 acres are first class wheat land with good pasturage and 300000 feet of timber on balance. Water on the place. Price 926 12. Call or write F. H. Foster Brewster Wash.
The new code makes conversing with county jail inmates without authorization a misdemeanor after June 12. It bars any talk through windows and treats it the same as delivering writing to or from prisoners.
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