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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1902
Page
5
An April 22, 1902 remark by a prominent businessman warns that widespread speculation in land and property delays permanent settlement and hurts the valley. He argues a conservative policy would stabilize homes, rents, and prices, drawing people to settle rather than relocate for quick gains.
The piece recalls Congressman Cashman delivering a humorous speech in the house praising his thin frame caused by behind and front pressure. He quips about theatergoers paying to see lilipations while the house performs for free six days a week. He cites constituents behind him and a stone wall of the speaker and rules committee.
The proposed street railway linking North Yakima with Sunnyside and intermediate points should be encouraged. Rapid transit would enhance communication among valley towns and communities, turning a modern luxury into a practical necessity for development.
The article argues distances are immense yet North Yakima can meet conditions to build the road. Landowners along the route could grant rights of way, and freight traffic agreements should be feasible for farmers. It urges promoters to proceed and build the electric line.
A column criticizes poor stationery and stamped envelopes as harming business image. It cites a Seattle example showing illegible blue printing and a crude design, arguing that quality printing matters more than the sender’s business type.
The seeds given by Congressman Jones and Senator Turner to the county’s constituents have largely been distributed through the Hrrap office. Farmers and gardeners have received them, and the officials hope the crops will be abundant.
Piano tuner Prof. H. F. Thompson offers services at Briggs & Dam store and guarantees work. Women of the Woodcraft celebrate fifth anniversary with a 300-guest turnout, Odd Fellows hall event featured “Country Cousin” drama, banquet and dancing. Meetings include North Yakima Prohibition Alliance at Christian church with Rev. J. W. Zachary speaking. Fire damage repairs on Janeck building proceed with W. E. Ayres taking over a new drug store location. Multiple local notices include reunions, club meetings, business trips, and housing ads throughout North Yakima community life.
Coffin Bros advertise seeds including wheat oats alfalfa timothy clover millet Italian ryegrass and bromus grass in large quantities at low prices. Call Felton's shop at Chestnut and First streets for any kind of job work with satisfaction guaranteed.
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