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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1908
Page
1
The spiral planned for Friday by the ladies of the W R C has been postponed for two weeks because of the death of Mrs Pat May a member of the organization.
W. A. Buttles & Co received another shipment of buggies described by Mr. Buttles as the very latest style and will be on exhibition at his salesrooms tomorrow.
The jury in the Gibb's Ditch condemnation case was taken to Peshas today to view the farm land to be affected by the proposed ditch. Attorneys Crass and Nelson representing the plaintiffs and defendant accompanied the excursion party to study land conditions and potential damages from construction.
A local review hails the Orondo Cafe for offering the best two-bit meal in town, highlighting value, quick service, and a popular neighborhood spot feel.
A full house in Wenatchee heard the council debate a 45 year electric contract amid strong public interest. Officials promised careful scrutiny, while residents praised the council and attorney for safeguarding city interests. The meeting also touched on water meter pricing, building codes, public health, and local business concerns.
Ticket sales for the April 1 base ball dance proceed well with proceeds to fund Wenatchee 1998 team equipment. The appeal urges public support and mentions the Gem Cafe as a gathering spot. Wenatchee Plumbing and Heating Co advertises low prices with a phone number for inquiries.
Patrick May died at his Mission street home this morning after a long illness. Born in Massachusetts 47 years ago he lived in Wenatchee 16 years and leaves wife Mrs May. Funeral set for Thursday at 2 p m at Hall's parlors with Royal Neighbors attending. Also notes a new painting and decorating firm, Carpenter and McGuire, forming in the city.
Mayor Gellatly orders Wenatchee police to close all houses of ill-fame and ban prostitution. Prostitutes must leave the city within ten days. City council deferred to the mayor after a three month discussion, with orders now being served to Barbary Coast residents. Wenatchee Plumbing ad appears.
City council stalls on granting a franchise to Entiat Power Company after engineers and attorney plead for immediate action. They report $200000 subscribed, contracts in place, and seek time limits and satisfactory entry terms before Wenatchee extension.
Council members discuss granting a 45 year franchise with amendments later. Russi criticizes rush to grant privilege while Case urges caution and a competing company. Mayor supports first reading with scope to amend, and the issue is sent to another reading pending Hanford's forthcoming report.
The Seattle firm Mix and Son delivered a new fire bell for Mission street tower but it failed tests and was rejected by the council. Owner Mr. Mix admitted the 913 pound bell was miscast 800 pounds intended, promising to ship it back, grind it to spec, and rework the largest bell cast in the west.
The Estes Valley orchard lands totaling 320 acres in the Wenatchee valley will be offered at public sale on March 28. Irrigation ditch construction is underway and water will be turned in about twenty days, signaling a shift of the valley toward orchard development.
The Palmer Mountain Tunnel and Power Co restarts operations after months of curtailment caused by a financial squeeze. The workforce will grow until it exceeds previous levels as optimism returns for the camp. Public reaction celebrates the whistle signaling renewed activity amid a recovering mining economy.
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