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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1902
Page
2
A 1902 opinion argues intelligent citizens now vote with scrutiny rather than blindly for a party. It asserts prosperity predated party control, notes education and machines changed voting habits, and stresses that neither Republicans nor Democrats hold exclusive claim to national fortunes.
The Herald will float a party independent ticket after state conventions. It will back men it deems best for offices, in local matters avoiding party ties and using its editorial judgment to influence outcomes.
The Prosser Falls Bulletin spreads false rumors of a Yakima typhoid epidemic. The health of the city is good and better than expected for hot weather with fewer hospital cases and no epidemic signs. Officials should maintain vigilance and improve sewer and standing water management. The Washtucna Washtucna enterprise is praised as a neat local sheet.
With Ringling's circus on next Saturday a large Republican show billed for the 23rd and Democrats soon after, North Yakima moves to a busy political and entertainment schedule as the community stays active.
A question among observers at the forthcoming Republican convention asks whether any deserving candidates have been overlooked, as officials prepare to select honorees. The inquiry spotlights potential names and anticipated contenders in the field.
A conference with farmers and railroad magnates in the Big Bend area led to a reduction in railroad tariffs on wheat and other farm products. Arbitration avoids heated exchanges and yields calmer resolutions.
The Republic editor criticized Walter J. Reed after years of land office patronage, accusing him of ending the partnership as Robertson shifts to new allies. The quote reflects broader tensions over political favors and newsroom loyalties.
The itinerant sellers of buggies farm implements and wares claim the home merchant network is overcharging farmers. The piece urges buyers to scrutinize these methods and ask whether such vendors pay taxes support district schools and boost the local economy.
The text argues that after weighing all aspects the local merchant typically provides superior value with better prices, goods, and guarantees, suggesting a strong case for buying locally.
The Davenport Tribune reports a meeting between railroad officials and Big Bend farmers that produced much good. It says presidents of railroads, once viewed as horned devils, are actually capable men with heavy responsibilities who care about road patrons.
Centralia authorities refuse to permit a wild west act featuring Tracy and Merrill and empower the city marshal to block the exhibition by force if needed. The piece praises the stand and condemns such shows as morally dangerous to youth, urging officers to prohibit them despite potential lack of patrons.
The Yakima county Republican convention is set for August 23 at Armory Hall. Potential nominees include Ira P. Englehart for state senator, challenging Walter J. Reed, with other races in play for representative sheriff auditor and county offices, amid a crowded field and local rivalries.
The piece lists proposed Republican contenders across Yakima County for clerk, attorney, treasurer, assessor, school superintendent, and district commissioner. Names include J. W. Day H. B. Doust Dell Fox Ira M. Krutz W. H. Thompson W. P. Guthrie E. G. Peck Robert Scott Harry Coonse Wallace Wiley Clinton Kelso Sam Cameron S. A. Dickey Dan Sinclair W. A. Bell and Frank Horsley with possible bids by others and notes on party balance and upcoming Democratic rival reviews.
An advertisement declares Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic contains iron and quinine with a plain bottle label. It promises “No Cure, No Pay” and lists a price of 50 cents.
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