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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1905
Page
1
Noted humorist Press Woodruff appears one night only at Yakima theater on April 11. He will mock topics like must men take chloroform after forty and cockroaches as a happiness menace, with reports from Chicago Tribune and New York Journal praising him.
The city board of health reported widespread filth in dairies restaurants and markets prompting an ordinance proposal. Inspectors cited dirty milk sources unsafe facilities and illegal slaughtering while urging state cooperation and stronger city power.
A gathering of parents and teachers is set for Lincoln School this Friday at 7 30 p.m. An interesting program has been prepared, promising a fine event.
The Yakima County auditor reports becoming more self-sustaining as fees exceed running costs. March 1905 yields $832.20 versus $504.15 year prior, with December 1904 and January February 1905 receipts around $807, $814.35, and $670.90. Marriage licenses, at $4 each, provide substantial income. 28 licenses issued in 27 days netting about $112 for the county.
The city council ordered transient residents living in tents north of the flour mill to vacate immediately citing unbearable and unsanitary conditions. An existing ordinance against camping within city limits was cited and enforcement instructed. A separate claim for damages by J A Coleman arising from a November 8 accident at city hall was discussed and referred to the city attorney. Other actions included fire alarm changes and cemetery committee report.
The council considers condemning a right of way to the cemetery and orders immediate land action. They cite the Mason building as unsafe and notify the owner to repair. Licenses for cigars are tabled. liquor and plumber licenses approved. street and sidewalk improvements and fire safety rules advance.
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