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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1908
Page
4
The page lists publication details for The Yakima Herald including office address North Yakima Washington manager Georg Neustirsley Advertising rates on application and subscription options one year six months three months with issue dated Wednesday August 19 1908.
The voters of Alaska backed Judge Wickersham on a platform for extending the 1787 ordinance to the territory and achieving representative government. His integrity and learning as a jurist boost hopes for autonomy amid opposition by Guggenheim interests and federal managers.
The article argues building is cheaper now due to plentiful labor and material, with wages similar to last year. It notes banks will lend on solid real estate, rents may be competitive for landlords, and owning a home offers security and pride. North Yakima is promoted as the best city to invest.
The provided text fragment promotes home ownership and appeals to readers to buy a home, referencing good and progressive people and beautiful homes to encourage purchase.
The article profiles Thos. W. Lawson as a fearless financier who has fought the stock exchange for 35 years. It notes his goal to outplay the system rather than accumulate wealth and hints at a major dog eat dog sale using his Bay State franchise.
The eleventh hour bid by Judge Snell to run for the Senate drew sharp criticism from the state press. He cites a late filing and a party split as motives, but editors accuse him of ambition and compromise tactics, hinting his aim is to thwart Cushman and possibly claim Senator Piles' seat.
The Tacoma News explains primaries require both first and second choice votes for four or more candidates in state and congressional races. Second choices must be for different candidates and do not apply to county officers or U S senators. Legislators, as county officers, have no second choice.
Readers across the Third district report Hon. Lee Johnson consistently makes an excellent impression wherever he appears. Local papers note strong public reception and growing support for his activities and policy positions.
Prosser Republican Bulletin argues Lee Johnson will win the August primary and become the party nominee to succeed Hon. Wesley L. Jones. It notes Johnson’s strong Benton county support, residence in Sunnyside, and travel across the district to press his campaign, stressing local option advocacy and reclamation funding.
The piece argues the primary law would allow direct election of US senators, breaking political boss control and corporate influence. It contrasts Jones as a progressive, people’s candidate with Ankeny as the system’s representative, urging voters to choose independence on November eighth.
The piece argues the independent voter will back Wesley Jones over the old regime figure Keny and criticizes contract style deals like the King County Compact. It lauds Jones for his past integrity and public service, predicting a large primary win. Merchants in North Yakima urged to decorate for Yakima Fruit Day at the state fair opening.
North Yakima residents face a September 1 vote on extending city limits to include a fast growing western district. Registration is urged for those wanting to participate. The ad touts Golden Grain Granules cereal coffee as nourishing for all ages and available via Yakima Grocery Co. in North Yakima, noting 14000 people enjoyed it at Pure Food shows.
Sam Hutchinson of Sunnyside winner of the prize at the Eagles convention in Seattle stood tallest among Eagles from North Yakima's aerie. Sidney Smith, four feet tall and the order’s shortest member, also met Hutchinson at a leading hotel. Their handshake drew a large crowd as hundreds followed them back to their hotel after the Seattle trip.
A Portland business education notice from the School of Quality at Tenth and Morrison promotes large facilities, a $20 000 equipment fund, broad faculty, and individualized instruction. It invites admission year round, offers a free catalogue, and cites endorsements from a business man and an educator.
The two visitors talked for about thirty minutes before crowds made passage difficult. They were eventually escorted by several Eagles to their hotels. Hutchinson stood seven feet four inches beside the Cedar Rapids man, a striking sight. The Eagles praised the convention and commended Washington members for excellent treatment.
Dr Darrin advertises treatment by correspondence for distant patients at his North Yakima office. A free daily consultation runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Local patients may request question blanks and circulars. communications and business relations are confidential.
Finishing work on the Yakima Roslyn Fuel Company's tramway from the mine to Roslyn is rushed this week, with shipments to begin within ten days. The line is expected to double or triple output, enabling North Yakima to receive all needed coal. J H Rose, head of the company, vows full supply for the year as others also rush Roslyn mine shipments.
20 acre ranch near Sunnyside with cleared land and brick well. House included and leveling paid or lease offered. For details write E. B. Gould Wenatchee Washington. 30-bt.
General Manager Rankin of the Yakima Valley Transportation announces a loop to handle large crowds at the state fair grounds. The loop, built on a section of the grounds north of the entrance, will allow only passenger loading and unloading, with rail extensions arriving and track laying progressing rapidly toward completion before September 1.
Rancher J D Laughlin sought help from county fruit inspector J M Brown as his Combe pear orchard near Zillah battled anthronose or black spot. Brown diagnosed the ailment, prescribed a simple remedy, and the orchard reportedly reached prime condition, highlighting the value of ongoing fruit inspection and local inspectors. Ballard's Snow Liniment advertised by D H Fry, a remedy for rheumatism and related pains.
D N Keene secured the air supplies contract for North Yakima schools on a bid near 1000 dollars. The board also awarded hardware and gas piping contracts for the high school to Moxee Hardware for 338.75 and 105 dollars respectively, with rival bids listed such as Hartung Larson 352 and Yakima Hardware 347.50.
Notice to voters announces Sept 8 1908 republican primary bid by Sevan Os for Yakima County Assessor in Yakima County Washington. George A McWain acts as likely sponsor or observer in this local political notice.
Edward Mineah of Eagle Grove Iowa is in North Yakima considering investments in Yakima valley property. Examination papers for common school certificates from recent exams were sent to Olympia Tuesday by County Superintendent Jacobson.
Open all night, Camp's Westside Drug Store offers exclusive agency remedies with late hours and continuous service.
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