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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1901
Page
5
In a compare and contrast piece the editor weighs Republic and Herato circulation as a gauge of public view on the matter. He argues the two papers reflect different audiences and biases as they report the issue.
The Dewey board of inquiry finds Schley guilty of vasillation and lack of enterprise. It credits Schley with proper command during the Santiago engagement and declares the blockade effective while noting his overall leadership and the victory over the Spanish fleet.
A Tur Herato page letter by Congressman Jones criticizes a proposed grazing lands bill. The piece argues the measure fails to address issues, benefits large stock interests and corporations, and would allow cheap 320 acre purchases, risking timber lands and undermining homestead ideal.
The wireless telegraph, hailed as science’s greatest 20th century achievement, proved its cross ocean reach when Marconi transmitted messages from St Johns Newfoundland to Cornwall England last week, showing its global communications potential.
The Washington Post assesses the Schley Sampson dispute, noting Ty's motive to receive 14 000 dollars for navigating his vessel to shield Admiral Sampson from gunfire and secure prize money, Cape.
The infant son of John Fisher died on Monday. D J Wynkoop visited Tacoma last week. Dr J B Burns moved his office to the Miller building. Claud Briggs went to Walla Walla county on business. Mr M Liehty of Sunnyside visited the city over Sunday. Born to Albert Ingalls and wife on Monday December 16 1901 a son. Born to Rev J A Stivers and wife on Sunday December 15 1901 a daughter. One dozen sugar priced at 1.00 at Blue Grass Grocery. I W Ferris of Yakima Milling Co went to the Sound for a few days. Stark Bros of Louisiana Mo quote apples at 2.50 per box. D E K Mackinnon returned to North Yakima from mining interests for holidays. Fr Wylies daughter Ruby nine sick with typhoid fever brought to hospital from Natchez. Ditter Bros show windows display Christmas goods including leather purses hand bags frames and cushions at Mrs G W Cary's. Mr and Mrs William Wimner and Mrs O A Clark returned from Canton S D. Abbott will join them in future residence. Injured men from Selah gap wreck sent to Northern Pacific general hospital Missoula Montana progress mixed but improving. $3 buys a $4.50 coat at Ditter's. Cloaks capes and furs on sale below cost at Ditter Bros.
The United States senate approved the canal treaty by 72 to 6. Iain Chadwick received a coveted Newport assignment that could bring royalty to mind West Virginia. Earlier, three brakemen died on the Northern Pacific near Spokane and Seattle due to frost atop moving cars.
The Herald invites advertisers unsure where to place notices to inspect its subscription records and compare with other county papers to reach the greatest readership.
The Yakima valley enjoys sunshine and no wind while the East end endures blizzards and subzero cold. Residents experience mild conditions, with no wind to chill the marrow, reducing the need for heavy winter gear.
The city prepares for the upcoming election of a city marshal amid talk of the best candidate. John Gr. Boyle has led the administration to strong results and a self-sustaining police force. The Herald endorsed his re election after initial opposition.
For sale or trade in Tacoma a house barn and two lots. trade for city property in North Yakima. Enquire at this office. Furs now 8.80 at Ditter's. Big bargains in ladies and misses shoes at Coffin Bros. Window-light inquiry to M. Schorn No. 525. Imported jack horse for sale. inquire Dr. Hall the horse doctor.
Notices report a dark red two year old heifer branded 96 found near a residence around November 23. The owner may claim by praying property and paying charges. Also mentions local business promos including Kinsey & Co and Green Mercantile Co.
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