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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1903
Page
4
A plentiful water supply is found in the Kemp well at 492 feet after last 65 feet of clay and sandstone. Water rose to a depth of 240 feet yesterday. The report notes extensive fruit tree shipments to Yakima Valley, with about 75,000 trees shipped and 30,000 more due by December 5, aiming for 200,000 planted in 1904.
Two masked men robbed a Van Asselt saloon in King county last Wednesday. Proprietor Camille De Smet was shot dead while another patron escaped unharmed as the gunmen fled empty handed. A North Yakima man, Frank L. Ryan, later offered clues for a reward, and is held on suspicion of firing the fatal shot. Ryan, once a Fletcher’s saloon bartender, is a member of the North Yakima lodge of Eagles.
The report from the Sloan building notes Armour dominates the wheat market with a one man market meme. It describes Armour as bullish and ahead, while claims of speculation are dismissed as nonsense. The Northwestern Miller records a weekly flour grind of 10 454,000 barrels, a record by 10,000 barrels.
An old and large nursery promotes planting trees shrubs berry bushes and grape vines with a bold promise to pay readers who respond. The ad emphasizes Stark Bros Nursery as the nation’s oldest and largest and urges action.
Letter to the editor from CHAS. H. ENGELEE claiming a new cure for Brights Disease and Diabetes. He cites personal recovery and a policy gain from a patient named Charles F. Wacker. Fulton Compounds are offered in stock as the first world cures for these chronic diseases. CASE, Druggist, positions as sole agents.
The Yakima river flood last week suspended intake operations for the new reservation canal. Damaged head gate caused about 1200 dollars in losses as rushing waters washed away woodwork and covered masonry with around 12 feet of water.
The article cites lower Russian wheat output, unsettled Argentine crops, and persistent cash demand in Chicago. It notes improved stock market activity, diminishing bear influence, and anticipation of easier money after year‑end disbursements. The Coe Commission Co. endorses buying stocks on breaks.
The Herald advertises Rubber Stamps, Box Printing Plates, Stencils, Notary and Corporate Seals, House Numbers and more. Orders priced competitively with express delivery and late designs, part of the Cost Dry Goods Sale.
Advertises positions for youths to operate an artesian well in the lower Yakima valley. Full information available by writing W. C. Morse at 1410 Howard Avenue, Seattle.
An 1800s advertisement extols DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for piles and skin ailments. Testimonial from H A Tisdale of Summerton South Carolina praises its single product claim. Sold by C C Case with other small town testimonials included.
Dr Bosanko claims his Pile Remedy cures itching moisture and all forms including blind bleeding or protruding piles. It absorbs tumors and stops itching and bleeding. Price 50 cents a jar, available at druggists or by mail from Dr Bosanko Philadelphia Pa. Also sold at F L Janeck's Drug Store. The Ideal Bakery opens with a full line of bread and pastries.
Chills and Fever is Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic containing iron and quinine in tasteless form. No Cure No Pay. Price 50 cents. Also note offerings for stoves and ranges from Wyman Fraser. 40-tf
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