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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1910
Page
4
The fragment shows a North Yakima newspaper header dated Wednesday August 17 1910. It notes post office mailing details second class matter and subscription rates for one year six months and three months.
The piece argues for direct primary laws as a reform that spreads from Wisconsin and Michigan to Washington Oregon and California. It urges voters to support primary candidates who back popular government and questions legislators who may betray reform. It warns that voting against the primary is a double cross against voters.
The piece portrays Theodore Roosevelt visiting Pennsylvania’s anthracite coal fields and denounces a “monster” consuming miners and families. It argues his Africa hunt and natural history aims pale before the local plight, calling for action against capitalism and political perils in Harrisburg.
Rockefeller was arrested for speeding and smiled claiming to obey the law. The police judge can impose ten days in jail instead of a $10 fine, a punishment he can afford multiple times while still loving the law.
Two years after the direct primary pledge to back Wesley L Jones, critics urge that reform remains essential. They warn that money and influence tempt backsliding and question trust in voters to choose a capable U S senator, urging defense of integrity and the people’s will.
The piece argues that Uncle Joe Cannon's re-election bid risks harming Republicans if he becomes speaker again. It notes seven California Cannon supporters seek re-nomination, none opposing him, and urges voters to back Kent, Childs, and Stephens in specific districts to counter his influence.
The Herald lauds mayor Gaynor of New York for surviving a bullet wound and credits him with sweeping municipal reform. It notes cuts in expenditures, eliminations of needless auto use, reduced ferry crews, and a $2,000,000 yearly saving in ninety days. It also discusses Wesley L. Jones and urges primary registration by September 2.
Twenty settlers write Representative PoinDexter praising his efforts on Marble Creek land claims. They laud his interest and refer to a truthless band of leaders calling themselves the G O P. The letter asks for continued aid on behalf of the land that is rightfully and lawfully theirs.
Beverly Mass August 16 Roosevelt faced defeat news and failed comment from the president, who aligned with progressives. Crane and Norton showed reticence on reorganization plans as Ballinger refused to resign, delaying presidential moves and shaping a westward mission.
The Republic editor and Lee A Johnson of Sunnyside clash over perceived slights as voters hear about primary pledges. Walker Moren promotes his stand early, while other notes mock politicians and public figures from Ohio to Texas and Boston.
The Seattle Argus endorses Judge Thomas Burke for the United States senate and denounces efforts to read Poindexter out of the Republican party as unjust and ridiculous. Poindexter, a sixteen-year Republican, left the gag rule and helped Democrats defang Cannon’s power, while City Attorney F. J. Allen of North Yakima seeks the state senate nomination in the district.
Editorials discuss adopting a commission form of government for both small and large cities and suggest it could improve state governance. The piece argues ten to twelve capable leaders might outclass the current two-branch legislature.
In a Saturday straw vote of 112 ballots, Poindexter led with 78 votes, Burke 18, Wilson 10, Ashton 6. Chief Weiser notes Poindexter expected to win statewide. Kiefer warns legislators against defying public will.
Elbertas begin to appear with 40 to 45 cents paid to the grower as demand for peaches grows. Receipts from Fruitvale and Nob Hill will increase this week, with forty carloads daily expected by August 25. Cantaloupes remain scarce while demand stays strong. buyers quote $1 to $2 per crate. Denney and Co of Chicago report Deciduous fruit auctions showing varied quality, with Bartlett pears and Susquehanna peaches among notable prices and several varieties nearing season end.
An apparent political prompt notes voters in the U S Senate primary must declare their choice. The fragment urges participation and signals guidance on how to vote. The text lacks clear names, dates, or places.
Chief Engineer Pitman and two others visited on inspection and announced passenger and freight service would begin within about thirty days across Kennewick Benton City North Prosser Grandview and Granger. Local merchants cheer the improved line easing shipments for lumber and supplies over the long haul from Whnona.
John Palmer, road supervisor, repaired the bridge approach between here and Benton City. Simmonson, superintendent of bridges and buildings for the Northern Pacific, visited Saturday to measure for a sidewalk extension from the hotel across the tracks to the depot. Local residents and visitors, including Mrs. Kelso and J O Jeffreys, shared community events and social visits.
Purported medical extract free from alcohol and habit forming drugs. Ingredients printed on wrappers and endorsed by medical leaders. Promoted as a time proven remedy by the World’s Dispensary Medical Association led by Dr. R V Pierce of Buffalo New York with cures claimed in neighborhoods over four decades.
Active work will start on the Ahtanum townsite after Engineer Guilland finishes in Lewiston. The 60 acre tract, bought from Mrs. F B Woodcock, lies across from the academy. Grading for the side track is done and rails will be laid. Lots sold and a stock company may build a warehouse for Grange members. Lumber and coal to be shipped once siding is finished. A park to honor shade trees. the academy may become a hotel. The Woodcock family plans homes and a bungalow rental. Fred Dye opens a grocery in Chambers building. Ten year marriage anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Woodcock celebrated with gifts and a tin bouquet. A horseback trip to Fish Lake and Klickitat springs. Helen Umstead recovering from a recent accident. A new baby girl arrives for Bert Gillette. Rev Umstead resumes preaching after the trip setback.
Reports from across the country show a shortage in apples due to dry conditions and a heavy June drop. Most states face smaller crops with only Virginia Oregon and Washington ahead of last year, likely pushing winter apple prices to record highs.
Reports warn of a severe drought reducing yields in Eastern Ontario and Northumberland and Prince Edward counties with quality faltering. Meanwhile Michigan prospects suggest a near record high, and British Columbia expects a heavy crop, contrasting Canada’s poor showing.
Miss Anabel Annand of Des Moines Iowa has bought a tract of land at Tieton as an investment. She has returned home to continue commercial duties and will await an increase in value of the Yakima holding.
William Loudon of Yakima City drove an Interstate car at the corner of Yakima Avenue and Front Street last night. While trying to clear a rig, he swerved on the wet street and struck the curb snapping two wheels. No injuries reported.
Bill Reno was fined five dollars plus costs in Justice Hunt's court after a Sunday night incident at Sumach park gate. He allegedly used profane language when the gatekeeper requested the ten cent admission.
In Yakima County Washington the estate of Henry Ditter and Katherine Ditter deceased, with Phil A Ditter as administrator, seeks final account and report and distribution of assets. A hearing is set for September 17 1910 at 1 20 p m at the Yakima County Court House. Notice will be published weekly for four weeks in the Yakima Herald and posted publicly in three places as required. The order is dated August 13 1910 and signed by E B Cresap Commissioner.
Notice announces the annual stockholders meeting and trustees election for the Tieton Water Users' Association in North Yakima Washington. Five trustees to be elected for one year. Meeting set for September 3, 1910 at 1 PM in the North Yakima Court House.
Court Order directs hearing on Final Account and Reports Petition for Distribution of Property and Petition for Discharge of Phil A Ditter as administrator of the estate of Henry Ditter and Katherine Ditter deceased. Hearing set at Court House North Yakima Washington on September 11 1910 at 1:30 p m. All interested must appear and file written exceptions.
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