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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1906
Page
5
The Yakima Herald North Yakima announces its Wednesday publication date of August 29 1906 with manager Geo N Tuesligy and advertising rates available upon request. Subscriptions listed as one year six months and three months with respective prices.
The Chicago Record-Herald lauds Governor Cummins renomination as a progressive victory for Iowa Republicans. It notes the Des Moines convention platform as balanced, endorsing tariff reform for reciprocity and gradual adjustments to reflect industrial progress while avoiding stagnation. It endorses genuine reciprocity aligned with McKinley and Roosevelt plans.
The piece argues that fear of work undermines success and character. It urges all people to earn their bread through labor, noting work does not degrade, and emphasizes the value of diligence for health, development, and societal progress. Idle living is labeled a curse.
Boise prepares for the National Irrigation congress with 2000 rooms available after hotels fill, a special railroad track, and sleeping cars for delegates. An estimated 5000 visitors are expected during the September session.
The item playfully questions whether Lot’s wife looked back to spot a woman she just met. It presents a quirky, self referencing reflection on sight and perception without asserting any factual event.
Dr. G J Hill heads a speed department crew preparing the fair track described as fastest in the northwest. Grounds and roads receive thorough cleaning and sprinkling to keep them sanitary and dust free. A sanitary officer will supervise the grounds all week while the stables fill with fast horses for the Washington State Fair races.
State fair events will feature entrants from the coast and eastern states with over 100 animals entered for harness and saddle races. The Washington State Fair runs September 17 to 22 with two $1000 stake purses and a 20 mile cowboy relay drawing large crowds. Tacoma and Seattle plan major exhibits as manufacturers and smaller cities prepare space for displays.
John R. Childers faced Judge Taggart on Tuesday for assault and battery. The charge was reduced to simple assault to allow immediate trial in justice court. A six member jury found him guilty after six hours of testimony and cross examination, with a $10 fine plus about $20 in costs.
Ode man John Ooeman, charged by Jay Mc Night with stealing $20 and a watch in a West Side lodging house, was found guilty by Judge Taggard. He was fined $50 and costs after a profane trial, with a contempt fine of $25 added for disrespectful remarks.
James Hamilton Lewis Chicago corporation counsel this afternoon filed notice of appeal to the United States circuit court of appeals. He seeks to overturn a 60 day sentence in the Sangamon jail for alleged violation of a federal injunction by Judge Humphrey restraining interference with the Alton water works operated by Farmers' Loan & Trust Co. whose mortgage was deemed a prior claim.
H L Tucker announces immediate sale of oldest and best paying livery and drug business in North Yakima. Stock harness buggies drugs hacks ambulance wagon and more to go at a bargain. See premises corner Front and A streets 218 1st.
Portland dispatch outlines inspector findings on Lizzie Caughill who headed Cold Beach post office. Allegations include opening mail with authority claims, forged receipts, unopened money order advice, and mismanagement of funds though no personal gain shown. Notices also touch on a rifle team report and a draft payroll for Olympia encampment.
Obituary note recalls T. J. Parker of West Yakima who died August 19 1906 after a long cancer battle. Born 1841 in Indiana he served three years in the 84th Illinois, married Lydia Sumner in 1864, lived in Illinois Kansas then moved to Washington in 1892. He leaves a wife five children J G Parker Granger Wasi Thomas Parker North Yakima Eva Daverin North Yakima Roy Parker Granger. Also Baker City Oregon reports L M Gosney 73 and Mrs Katherine Gibson 72 wed after six years as a widow. Gosney a pioneer who arrived 1858 with a 40 acre farm nearby.
The speaker asks Mr Carnegie to explain why the city Rochester is not pronounced Rooster, noting a curious pronunciation in the Wooster view. The question invites a linguistic clarification on local or historical naming.
Mr and Mrs J A Anderson of Salt Lake City Utah praise Ballards Horehound Syrup for coughs and colds saying it gives immediate relief and satisfaction. For sale at Janecks drug store in 25c 50c and 1.00 prices.
Doctor Chambliss profiles thirteen years in hospital practice focusing on diseases of women rectum genital urinary organs.
A note states an office near Red Cross Drug Store will maintain a reputation as an honest practitioner. Hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
J. W. Kendrick, vice president of the Santa Fe railway, traveled east in his private car Tuesday afternoon. He journeyed from Chicago to Los Angeles on his own line and then sailed from San Francisco to Tacoma to reunite with his car. He heads home to St. Paul after inspecting the Santa Fe system. Superintendent Beamer met Kendrick at Ellensburg to accompany him over the Idaho division.
Messrs. W. L. Wright and Wm. Lee Jr with the endorsement of the Horticultural Union will prepare a special exhibit of fruit and vegetables for the State fair next month. They seek exceptionally fine specimens and offer due credit to growers. The aim is a Yakima county exhibit to boost the irrigated region and Yakima’s fame. Specimens may be left at the Horticultural Union warehouse.
Officer A. J. Villaume has leased the Hotel Northern from Mrs. E. H. Medaris on North First Street opposite the new courthouse. The Villaumes will operate the hotel as a first class establishment with excellent meals. Mrs. Medaris retires due to ill health. Villaume will not resign from the police force.
Washington Aug 28 a conference between the Interstate Commerce Commission railroad representatives and shipper interests lasted most of the day to study the new rate law in force. Railroads pledged to comply while seeking guidance on provisions and shippers urged protection of their interests against practices.
W R Hearst in an interview says if he runs for New York governor it would be as the Independence League candidate. He accuses Jerome of following directives from campaign fund interests and notes he would accept the Democratic nomination only if the convention is controlled by Bryan and Belmonte.
Portland Aug 23 application filed by the Corvallis and Eastern railroad for a franchise through Newport Ore An extension of the road from Yaquina will be begun immediately and the project moves to city consideration
A witty riddle compares a newspaper to a woman, noting it loves fashion and praise, moves quickly, talks much, thrives on new dresses and cash, and embodies many kinds through its lively form and performance. It hints at constant change and allure.
An advertisement touts Herbine as a bile improving liver and spleen aid curing long illness. A testimonial from G. L. Caldwell claims recovery after two years of enlargement. Product sold at Janeck's drug store for 60 cents with cloth and bag options and orders via Coffin Brothers.
A candidate announces for the office of county auditor subject to the decision of the Republican county convention on September 16. F. Hagl is the candidate.
I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of County Surveyor subject to the decision of the upcoming Republican county convention. W. C. McIntire, North Yakima, Washington.
Several candidates declare intent to seek county offices in Yakima and Ta kkima counties subject to Republican convention action. L Sessions for sheriff, A Short for auditor, H H Kelso for treasurer, and David Rosser for coroner announce plans ahead of the September 15 county GOP gathering.
Absosson announces candidacy for Yakima County assessor subject to the Republican county convention. The statement is directed to Yakima County voters and marks his campaign filing in the party process.
An authorized notice announces Will P. Murphy as a candidate for Yakima County Clerk and ex officio clerk of the Superior Court, subject to the Republican county convention decision to be held in September 1206. RIDWARD H CLEAVER notes the office and location in North Yakima.
B. F. Kumler announces his candidacy for Ya- Kimma County auditor subject to the decision of the Republican county convention as published in the local notice.
H A Webber seeks the sheriff seat while Wilbur Crocker declares candidacy for Yakima County auditor at the Republican county convention. The notice nominates both individuals for their respective offices.
Ro K Nichols announces his candidacy for the Republican county convention nomination for County Clerk. He pledges to uphold duty if nominated and elected, dated August 29, 1906.
A Yakima County resident declares candidacy for Yakima County prosecuting attorney subject to the Republican convention. He frames his life as transparent and asks voters to assess his fitness, citing Kentucky roots and Washington residency. The text then shifts to a Washington game laws synopsis for Klickitat county noting open seasons and dates for elk deer grouse duck trout bass and others.
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