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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1902
Page
2
The Yakima Herald announces advertising rates upon application and subscription options for one year six months and three months. Publication appears every Tuesday with the 1902 August 26 issue dated.
The piece argues the East excels in foresight for urban parks while the West lags. It cites Yakima lacking any public park and condemns improper behavior amid a smallpox outbreak in Wide Hollow, noting quarantines aim to limit spread.
A commentary laments selfish individuals who hide the presence of a malignant disease, claiming such cover ups undermine public welfare and progress in an age of enlightenment.
The Prosser Bulletin defends its reporting on North Yakima after H erald accusation of malice. It asserts no epidemic existed and expresses good will toward North Yakima and its people.
The Maine broke the speed record for American battleships at Cramps shipyard. She ran for thirty minutes at 1895 knots per hour and posted an hourly average of 18.29 knots. An estimated 18.08 knots per hour was achieved on around 30 knots.
Seattle Argus quips that Tacoma’s many red heads imply proximity to Auburn and laments the idea that Auburn visitors would wish to die upon reaching Tacoma.
The Republican convention nominated several well qualified men for county offices, signaling solid support for local governance.
Mrs. E Carmichael plans a Yakima City creamery with the latest milk separating machinery to produce butter and cheese. E F Randall will oversee operations with completion expected by September 5, promising strong farmer support and local economic benefits.
Beach and Bowers minstrels bring the oldest continuous company to Yakima under canvas on Monday September 1. The show promises all new material with top opera quality singing and standout specialties. Young, energetic performers aim to please and excite audiences across the railroad track site.
A Democratic County Central Committee call announces a county convention at the North Yakima courthouse on September 15 to elect delegates to the state convention in Tacoma and nominate candidates for county and precinct offices. Primaries are set for September 6 at 2 30 pm. North Yakima city primaries at 7 30 pm. Delegates allocated to numerous precincts. 127 total delegates authorized.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets cure a cold in one day with no cure no pay. Carnival at Elks Portland from September 1 to 13. Excursion tickets go on sale September 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11 at 12.80 round trip with one carnival admission coupon. Agent H S Meeks.
Krause offers asphaltum roofing guidance for builders and 31-If Grain and potato sacks are for sale at North Yakima Milling Co. Many ads promote made to order clothes by R J Curry at Lucky 13 and clearance on boys clothing. Foley’s Honey and Tar praised for cough relief. Banner Salve advertised for skin healing.
A local shop invites customers to view single glassware pieces and sets praised for their beauty while noting affordable price points.
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