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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1908
Page
1
Fishermen near New York report finding a man and a woman floating in Jamaica Bay. Both wear expensive clothing. the woman, a blonde about thirty, had a wedding ring. The bodies had been in the water only a few hours.
J. C. Clipp of Saltillo Indiana visits his brother L. F. Clipp as investigators weigh whether a death was self inflicted or a murder. The report notes the case remains puzzling and uncertain.
Wenatchee's high school team scored twice in the first seven minutes at the Old Fair Grounds, taking a 12 point lead after Fred Morrison ran in for a TD and Knowles added the extra point then kicked a strong kickoff. Davenport struggled against Wenatchee's stiff defense and a failed forward pass set them back.
Hon William Goodyear the Democratic congressional candidate spoke to Wenatchee voters at the theatre last night stressing money and tariff issues and opposing the postal savings bank. He praised his opponent Judge Miles Poindexter while noting they differ on policy. Mitchell Stevens of Kittitas County appeared to outline state issues including irrigation legislation defeated previously and likely to return.
City news itemizes visits and travels of Monitor and Cashmere residents, changes of address, business deals, and upcoming meetings. Notables include Mrs. H. M. Davenport returning to Spokane, W. B. Moody buying Jorgenson’s candy store, C C Cross visiting, and Dr. McCoy amputating a threshing limb. Residents plan moves to Wenatchee and nearby areas, with cemetery association gatherings and street crossing safety concerns noted.
A meeting of the Woman's Relief Corps in the I O O F hall established The Mountain Side Cemetery Association. Mrs. Judge Palmer chaired. Cora Baker was secretary. Officers include President Mrs. Wenner Vice President Anna May Secretary Cora Baker Treasurer Effie Stacy. Board includes Mayor John A. Gellatly D A Beal M Horan John Ross H L Wester. Membership listed and by laws to be drafted. Monthly meetings second Friday at 3:30. Fee 25 cents. dues 10 cents. Community benefit anticipated.
The Parshall Department store opened its Great Sacrifice Sale with a large morning crowd and 25 extra clerks busy serving shoppers. Customers rushed in for bargains across all departments including 3 for a quarter handkerchiefs and a $45 suit for $37.98. Management plans to pace entry as crowds grow, closing doors temporarily if needed.
Lost on Okanogan or Orondo streets a lady's watch and silk item etched with Ww. S. C. ’07 and Nelle. Return to World office for reward. Also note merchants should ask for coupons at purchase.
The article notes uncertainty over whether last names will be announced before the scorogram and observes stores' coupon demand and Daily World subscriptions. It mentions 300 coupons per entry with many not yet deposited, hints at contestants seeking friend support to lift records, and urges readers to watch for Monday’s scorogram.
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