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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1910
Page
6
The Welcome arch on Kittitas street near Columbia and Wenatchee is being rebuilt with three sections in place and a fourth stored for later display in the city park. Councilman Stacy leads the project to improve the sign of Wenatchee prosperity featuring a larger red apple.
North Yakima May 25 The Yakima Commercial club will head the celebration of the Tie ton irrigation project opening on June 8. Ceremonies start at the tunnel at 11 a.m. Visitors meet at 8:30 a.m. at the club rooms and are transported to the tunnel by automobile. Invitations have been extended to hundreds of prominent state men and a great time is expected.
Deed Richards Lumber Co to M M Kingman for 110 acres in 12-28-22 at 1200 dollars. Mortgage to Nor Pac Bank from Bellows to L H Bryant and Bai ley for land in 4-21-20 at 2000 dollars. Deed Wenatchee Development Co to J A Gellatly for lots 12 17 18 block 6 Columbia Bridge add at 600 dollars. Patent US to Allen Garton for 40 acres in sw of ne 16-28-23.
The Twisp city council advances plans for a municipal water plant to serve a town of 10,000, with bonding proposed. Methow Valley Creamery in Twisp has installed an ice cream factory. O. L. Hoffman begins a two story business block, and a new civil engineering firm has opened in town.
In Philadelphia on May 25 Pat Moore the Philadelphia featherweight faces English champion Jem Driscoll in a six round bout at the National Athletic club. Promoters expect a first class lively contest with both fighters in prime form after faithful training.
Astronomical calculations by the same experts who chart Halley’s comet place summer as a long way off. The official season begins at 3 a.m. on June 22.
The Orondo Cash Grocery has added a second delivery wagon as the business expands this year. Each new delivery beyond Wenatchee’s supply marks ongoing growth for the city and reflects rapid local development.
Hoquiam Washington May 25 William H Gohl was sentenced to life imprisonment for the killing of John Hadberg by Judge Ben Sheeks today. His attorney did not move for a new trial. Prosecution of Sheriff Dropped. Seattle Washington May 25 The prosecution of Robert T Hodge sheriff of King county following grand jury indictments for alleged failure to confiscate slot machines in the county was dismissed by Judge John F Main as soon as the case was called this morning. The prosecution made no attempt to oppose the dismissal. The trial would have cost 40000 dollars and the prosecuting attorney feared to run up such an expense under the present condition of public sentiment. Hodge's friends declare the prosecution was merely a political move by the county commissioners with whom he is at outs. One hundred and thirty five witnesses had been subpoenaed by the state.
C Fletcher of Avallon in Ava lon receives a letter from his Nome sweetheart rescued from the sea after the steamship Yucatan sank at Goose Island Icy Straits Alaska on February 16. The note bears a damage warning and indicates mail delay. Fletcher plans immediate marriage trip north to wed.
Boston May 25 The Morrill law to regulate advertisements and solicitations for workers during strikes lockouts and labor disputes goes into effect in Massachusetts. It requires employers advertising for workers during a strike or lockout to state that a labor disturbance exists and imposes a maximum fine of 1000 dollars per violation.
Old Indian sign language used across western Oklahoma faces disappearance as younger generations learn English and interact with whites. Dr. A L Edington of Watonga aids Cheyennes by creating new signs for modern inventions, with Cheyennes traveling from Cantonment to seek his help.
The quiet Driesen-Vordamm in Brandenburg reportedly fined a visitor 5 marks for sneezing outdoors. The man refused to pay and was acquitted after arguing the case in local courts. The police chief now refuses to answer for order in the streets.
In Pittsburg sergeant Thomas J. Morley is repeatedly mistaken for President Taft. Taft invited Morley to dine and attend a baseball game, but Morley declined. Congressman A J Barchfeld once had Morley in a box at the opera, drawing cheers and cries of speech from about 2,000 people.
Distinguished Chinese party led by Prince Tsai Tao visits America to study U S military methods. Included are Lord Li Ching Mali and General Ha Hang Chang. The prince inspects Sandy Hook guns and receives a twenty one gun salute at Fort Hancock. The party is greeted by troops and a Chinese anthem.
Morley could not escape and extended a Taft hand in greeting saying Glad to meet you I am sure in a brief encounter noted by the column.
A massive concrete structure built on a foundation island at the harbor entrance resembles a battleship. It stretches 1,000 feet in length with a 100 foot beam and 40 foot thick sides. Two steel turrets house four teen inch guns, larger and better protected than any modern ship.
Trains Nos. 1 2 3 and 4 are electric lighted while Trains Nos. 27 and 26 do not catch passengers.
240 acres east of Wenatchee eight miles from post office includes 150 acres good land and 20 acres fall wheat offered for 4000 dollars with 2500 cash and balance on long time. A fine platting proposition is presented for buyers with modest funds and inquiries are invited.
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