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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1908
Page
4
The Yakima Herald discusses signs of industrial revival in the United States as favorable crops keep farmers and markets hopeful. It notes improving trade, factory activity, and the expectation that political events will not derail the return to normal conditions, with August prospects for American industries.
Judge Snell of Tacoma was stirred by a fable about two grasping animals and a bone to enter the United States senate race. Tacoma friends urged him to run, arguing the Jones-Ankeny contest created a breach he could seize. Jones’s record in Congress is cited, while Snell’s readiness remains unproven. A kidney remedy ad segment follows, touting direct kidney action and a 30-day trial offer.
Major J. Lynch, agent for the Yakima Indian reservation, writes from Fort Simcoe to respond to numerous newspaper articles about the reservation opening and alleged delays. He explains his position, stating the office has received many letters seeking full details on the matter.
A government official urges newspapers to publish full Congressional acts on reservation matters to curb misinformation about allotments and opening dates. He notes ongoing land classification, a related railway land suit, and that no settlement can occur until a presidential proclamation and legal steps are in place.
Uncalled letters at the post office as of close of business August 8 1908 include Ainger Grant Ashweller T W Bien Morris Bahr John Bailey Jessie Brogan Tom Budro Eldrick Bergman Miss Dora Bloor O B Beeson West Carr Reba Cook H P Mrs Conally Prof Chapman M A Cameron S A Dibble D F Mrs Nevine Mr and Mrs B De Witte Sander Craft John Dean Feral Dean Miss Clyde Davidson Russel Dunn Harvey Emerson J B Furry Mrs Carrie Gail Chas F Heagan Jack Holian Jack Kincaid Mrs J N Kenney Peera W Tong J B Lacavevella Bernardo Mosebie Wm Maxey W M Matheson Mrs H E Matson Ralph Mattson Charles Moore Mrs J E Monday R S Natfield R V Oregon Detective Service Proctor W B Plumm Mrs Dave Potter Chas Peck Mrs A Reed L L Roberts Susan B Shepherda F Seipp Emil (3) Stanley Laura Slade A Shrades Chas Sakar R Jap Sanders C S Sampson Orlyn Stewart C M Thacker Dave Thomas N G Thompson John L Vincent A 8 Van San Ten Meyer Van Clave Chas Ss Weston G R
Spokane dispatch reports Sand Point Idaho under siege as winds drive a major forest fire toward Kooteenai. 300 residents flee as Humbird Lumber plant at Kooteai burns. 500 volunteers fight flames near the Panhandle smelter while Sand Point seeks aid. Telegraphs down, limited updates until a relief train arrives from Spokane.
Congressman Jones and A. J. Splawn urged rapid registration to maximize Yakima County turnout. The city clerk will take registrations until August 19 then close until September 2, reopen until September 7, the day before the primaries. If 75 voters register daily, North Yakima could reach full polling. Jones registered Saturday and helped others to register.
Fruitvale district ranchers will meet Monday evening August 19 at the Fruitvale schoolhouse to discuss lighting and water connections with Northwest Light and Water Manager George Arrowsmith. The Fruitvale Improvement Association, led by president W. L. Wright, backs the talks and the plan to ensure a practical lighting scheme. A five-man Fruitvale committee met with Arrowsmith who agreed to pursue the best possible arrangement with firm business backing. The county board promised road work to remove stones on the highways to improve access.
No damage to fruit noted in haul to North Yakima markets. The improvement club will consider exhibits from Fruitvale for the Washington state fair at North Yakima and the Spokane interstate fair, and possibly for the western Washington fair starting in Seattle.
Yakima valley realty reports strong demand with sales over 10 000 frequent and cumulative orchard land sales by Nelson Hartshorn Palmer reaching 36250 since July 15. Tennant Miles and other houses note brisk May to June activity and investor interest from across the United States.
In Marton Washington two artesian wells are being sunk west of town for irrigation and a pressurized fire service. They are among the deepest in the area, currently at 500 feet, with completion expected within a month. Bonds fund an improved water system with eight inch mains and six inch cross streets for drinking, sprinkling, and fire use.
Mabton Washington August 5 The Blaumer Co big lumber warehouse here 250 feet long to store lumber but not lath and shingles will be completed within a month It is one of the largest buildings in the valley and reflects Mabtons promising future A pipeline from Sunnyside canal pending completion and water turn on is expected to trigger a building boom within a year as lots on the town outskirts have already sold
A four person party from North Yakima to Priest Rapids completed a long drive in under 48 hours. Mrs. C H Kelly and Mrs. Schaffer of Everett bought a homestead, Carl Bodine and L Lavinge from Priest Rapids joined the trip. They left at 3 30 Thursday and returned by Saturday morning after stopping for a noon meal and locating relinquishment details.
Gutt and Guinblige at Tenth and Morrison Portland Oregon advertise a large two floor 65 by 100 foot building with 20000 dollars of equipment and a large faculty. They claim leading quality instruction and year round operation with open admission and free catalogue. References: any bank newspaper or business man in Portland.
North Yakima moves toward a confectionery plant with H Johnston of New York buying an established candy house. The venture, to be named North Yakima Confectionery, will run manufacturing wholesale and retail for candy and similar goods with The Nucco Sweets as the brand and a red apple wrapper seal.
A testimonial promotes Dr. Darrin as a skilled healer with a thriving practice in North Yakima. The open card recounts a Seattle diabetes and back pain case cured after one visit, noting long-term relief and continued treatment for deafness.
Congressman Wesley L. Jones writes to Senator Levi Ankeny demanding a public debate on their senatorial records. He urges Ankeny to select a supporter or any other opponent to join the discussion, asserting the goal is full informed, fair, open dialogue before the people.
Mrs Chas E Smith of West Franklin Maine says she uses Dr King’s New Life Pills as the family laxative because they are effective and unobtrusive. The painless purifiers are sold at C C Case’s drug store for 25 cents.
Congressman Jones toured Washington state towns including Tacoma Seattle Spokane and North Yakima He said he is confident to win the U S Senate seat and expects to carry King county despite opposition from party bosses He cited many friends and hundreds of personal letters showing strong statewide support
Oakland defeated San Francisco 5 to 1 and Los Angeles won 3 to 2 against Portland in two baseball games reported from the West Coast on August 11.
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