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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1905
Page
9
The North Yakima paper reports conflicting claims from Great Northern and Northern Pacific lines that vacancies are filled and trains run on time, while operators insist the strike continues. Shippers face mounting uncertainty and losses as the showdown drags on.
County Superintendent Dickey prepares to hand over to successor Jacobson on the first of next month. The annual report summary praises Dickey as a leading educator and public servant whose work has strengthened Yakima schools. Jacobson brings years of teaching experience and is deemed well qualified to continue the gains in the county school system.
Negotiations at Portsmouth progress with key terms accepted by both sides. Japan gains protectorate over Korea while Manchuria is evacuated and Chinese sovereignty restored. Russian leases on Liaotung are adjourned with Port Arthur and Dalian pending further discussion. Barnum recalled as praising a nation’s amusement over lawmaking.
The article notes almost universal support for severing ties with Sweden and forming an independent Norwegian government. Only about one in every three thousand votes opposed the measure, reflecting overwhelming approval.
The passage argues Norwegians deserve independence from prior alliance and outlines Norway charting a government similar to Sweden. It also notes potential returns of Yakimans if recent weather persists, inviting optimism.
The Oregonian says it will not publish information from Isaac Pincus & Sons, a Tacoma hop dealer, fearing market manipulation. It remains neutral, printing only reliable hop condition reports and excluding Pincus & Sons from its columns to protect growers.
The Northwest Farm and Home edited by Legh R. Freeman shows steady improvement and growing popularity. The latest edition is a handsome, well edited issue with timely content and high quality typography. Publication growth necessitated enlarging the Farm and Home building for offices and mechanical work.
Sheriff Grant recovers the horse and buggy taken by Hill a fortnight ago from Front street. The rig was found at The Dalles, but Hill has not been seen there and remains missing. The note mentions Yakima Hardware Co. and De Laval cream separators in an advertising mix.
The ad touts a laundry offering prompt service and home delivery with both domestic and glass finishes. It claims longer linen life, no chemicals or soaps, and free garment repairs while emphasizing modern A. T. Hagen Bosom Press finish.
The weekly crop bulletin for Washington through Aug 15 notes a continuation of drought with hot eastern counties and moderate western warmth. Corn, tomatoes, melons, hops improve. beets and root crops do well. pastures decline. late potatoes suffer. spring wheat near harvest with good quality, oats promising. fruit crops mixed with second strawberry crop and peaches in Yakima area. Reports also mention local business visits and eye care tips.
County commissioners decide to take no steps this year on taxing real estate mortgages held by residents. They will review methods used by other counties and plan a policy for the assessor to apply when preparing rolls next year. Yakima Hardware Co. advertises new loaded shells.
Seattle August report notes Professor Alexander B. Coffey, formerly of the University of Washington, elected professor of philosophy and psychology at the College of William and Mary after stints at Stanford and Columbia. Also mentions university extension in Tacoma, a Bermuda insect collection, a new endowment prize for government essays, and incoming fall enrollment despite inquiries from multiple states. Coast Kappa Sigma conclave set for Portland August 18–19 with regional alumni and active chapters attending.
The eclipse of the moon on Monday evening is held to explain the present cold spell. The Moxee observing station recorded four degrees above freezing after temperatures dropped following the event. Fruit and crop injury is not expected, hops seem unaffected, and some growers anticipate potential benefits from the cold.
Fred L. Janeck promotes Hyomei as a cure for hay fever claiming it stops sneezing eye and nose irritation and other symptoms. Testimonials cite rapid relief and prevention of attacks with a money back guarantee. Complete outfit priced at $1.00 and extra bottles available for 50 cents.
An Optimist recalls a man who dives into tasks with real earnestness and, if sent on a wild goose chase, would later see himself as a true sportsman in spirit.
Seattle businessman visits, Sunnyside arrival, Dudley Ice Store duties quit, store improvements at Snow grocery, H H Schott buys Grimes Co grocery, Grand Master Cox visits, Edith Dent granted divorce and resumes Spain name, Twin Falls relocations, Crandall coal business, Mack Brothers relatives reunion, dog licensing update, whiskey sales hearing, Lombard peach trip and Portland fair impressions, Redman Missouri visit praising Yakima, Mrs Wylie hosts Mrs Reese gathering, local ads and notices.
Reverend W L Riley of Cuba New York describes excruciating sciatica pain eased after fifteen days with Ballards Snow Liniment. He reports first relief after initial use and complete relief after subsequent applications. Product price 25 50 or 100 cents. Sold by Fred L Janeck. Doctor Hall veterinarian reachable by phone 2183 or at 102 South Selah Avenue. Paris Green Ansbacher's best. Coffin Bros sells the pure article.
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