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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1908
Page
4
A Herald editorial questions saloonkeepers about legality and responsibility urging honest conduct, law obedience, and duty to protect families from alcohol harm. It contrasts compliant operators with those aiding vice and argues for reasoned, lawful behavior over monopoly profits.
A critical look at the Flanney murder trial raises questions about jury deliberations and consistency. The piece notes two juries reached differing verdicts and asks whether intoxication or differing minds altered outcomes, suggesting no two juries may share identical views.
Editorial notes a surge in eastern Washington land values due to railroads irrigation and grain fruit potential. It cites a Yakima county 100 acre sale at 75000 and a Douglas county 7800 acre deal at 156000 on wheat land, predicting continued value growth and urging a White Bluffs road and market linkages between White Bluffs and North Yakima.
At Yakima Avenue and Second Street four neighbors from Catholic, Jew, Methodist and Baptist faiths debated religion after a discussion on bonding land values and Nob Hill. A small mob formed and the four men moved to a quieter spot while each defended creed based on parental teaching and personal creed memory.
A reflective piece argues that religion should rest on a broad humane plain rather than sectarian dogma. It stresses love for neighbor, honesty, and universal kindness as true Christian principles, urging individuals to live by the golden rule in every interaction.
The Sunday Herald highlights a Waitsburg Washington couple who have lived as man and wife for fifty years. The piece argues such life histories benefit the public more than sensational divorce court reports.
An old advertisement touts Bees Laxative Cough Syrup as a guaranteed remedy for coughs colds croup whooping cough hoarseness and bronchial trouble. It notes the product is pleasant to take gentle laxative and helps expel phlegm and is sold by C W Camp West Side druggist.
In Olympia on April 4 tension rises as a Kentucky leader claims the Seattle lodge of the Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World is made of imposters and bolters from the parent body. He asks the attorney general to block their incorporation in Washington.
To those planting orchards this season I will plant and guarantee a full stand to start growth for about the same price paid ordinarily. Trees will be thoroughly examined and pruned before setting. Telephone 4791 progress the slogan. Read Steam Laundry to receive spring improvements with a new engine room, boilers increasing capacity, and a carload of up-to-date laundry machinery arriving to aid handling of the growing business.
Trout fishing opened Wednesday April 1 as enthusiasts prepared to use long stored gear. Many season-ready anglers awaited the date and anticipated the first day of the season. Crew members recall jointed rods and flies stored in attics ready for action after a long off period.
San Francisco officials condemn the Aldrich bill as unsound in principle and dangerous in practice in a resolution adopted by the San Francisco clearing house.
Mrs. Fred Helton was guest of honor at a Capitol Hill luncheon hosted by her daughter Mrs. John L. Hughes with yellow daffodils and hand-painted place cards. The Lotus club met on Nob Hill for needlework and a guessing contest won by Mrs. William Miller. The Girls' Supper club held a German whist evening with prizes for low scores and consolation prizes. The Nob Hill Methodist Aid, G A R and W R C badge committee, and North Yakima musical and social events were also chronicled along with vegetarian luncheon for Mrs Arthur Henry and I. C. club at Nob Hill.
The annual meeting of the Presbyterian society of central Washington convenes at the First Presbyterian church today and tomorrow with sessions at 9 30 1 50 and 7 50. Women and men are invited to attend the full program including devotional exercises papers reports and discussions led by Mrs. Hitchcock Mrs. Macdonald Mrs. Young and others.
Ready to use ManZan Pile Remedy comes in a collapsible tube with nozzle. One application soothes and heals reduces inflammation and relieves soreness and itching. Price 50 cents. Sold by C. W. Camp West Side.
Uncalled letters remaining at the North Yakima post office as of close of business April 4 1908 include Atwood Mr Achison Miss Florence Austin Miss Edith P. Bogue George E. Bradford Mrs Beausley Mr George Charboneau Frank L Cameron Dan M Canfield J D Davis Trixie Doughty Miss Phoebe Dean William Esminger P J Fay Mr Ed Hackett Miss Caroline Hogan Mrs James J J F Gen Del (2) Johnson Chas W Jerome Mr E P Johns Henry Lucas Mr Claude Leary Mr T H Morken Mr T O
One cent due on each letter advertised is listed by W. L. Lemon P.M. The notice names several residents and correspondents including Marcy Ora Nddteton Me 1 H Marshall H Vouton Mrs Lee and Clara Reed, with various others and family names in Richmond.
In Kansas City Missouri on April 7 the entire Democratic city ticket led by mayoral candidate Thomas T. Crittendent Jr won the election by a large margin over the Republican slate headed by H. M. Beardsley.
The president of the clearing house association sent a letter to all members urging opposition to the Aldrich bill. The April 7 report notes the national stance and calls for coordinated action among financial institutions in New York.
A contest affidavit by Frank Hawk challenges Homestead Entry 2990 of Emery J. Fleming for NW Section 10 Township 14 N Range 21 E W M claiming abandonment lack of residence or cultivation. Contestants must appear May 14 1908 at 10 a m before the Register and Receiver in North Yakima Washington. publication ordered due to due diligence.
Notice to creditors and claimants for the estate of James Wright deceased. Fred G. Wright named executor and acting. Claims and vouchers must be filed within one year from April 1 1908 at H J Snively attorney in North Yakima. Barred by law if not presented. Dated April 1 1908 in North Yakima Washington.
Mary F. Johnston sues E. A. Johnston for absolute divorce on grounds of habitual drunkenness and failure to support or care for the minor child. Plaintiff seeks custody and asks the court to decree divorce. Judgment to follow if defendant fails to answer within sixty days from February 26, 1908. Pab 26-Aprill.
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