Northern Pacific and North Coast War Over Right of Way
Hearings unfold on a contested right of way near Selah and Ahtanum Streets with Northern Pacific disputing land needs for yards and a roundhouse while North Coast argues over excessive compensation. Key witnesses include Chas. M. Levy and oppositional statements about NP’s intentions toward the North Coast entry into the Yakima valley.
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Northern
Pacific
North Coast
Gap
Northern Pacific
Parker Siding
Chas. M. Levy
Art of
Seattle
Tra Piglehart
R. J. Dawson
Ahtanum
Levy
C. E. Woods
F. L. Pitman
Eliza Dean
Yakima Valley
North Pacific
Th Street
Waterman touts Dr King’s New Life Pills cure
J. B. Waterman of Watertown claims his daughter, long afflicted with epilepsy, was cured by Dr King’s New Life Pills and has had no attacks for over two years. The ad promotes the pills as a best body cleanser and life giving tonic, priced 25 cents at C. C. Case’s drug store.
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J. B. Waterman
Watertown
North Yakima Reports No Break-ins or Murders in Year
Mayor Reed praises crime statistics as no store break-ins or murders occurred in the past year. He credits the police department for maintaining order amid rapid city growth and many visitors, claiming North Yakima as the most orderly city west of the Mississippi.
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Reed
North
Yakima
North Yakima
Mississippi River
Rocky Mountain Tea Sells Value at Case's Drug Store
Local ad asks what money means to shoppers and promotes Rocky Mountain Tea as worth the price at Case's Drug Store, highlighting a storewide value angle.
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Rocky Mountain
Case
Company E inspection shows strong turnout in state review
Col Kinzie state inspector observed Company E last night and noted a larger number of men than the state average. After inspection the unit conducted a half hour drill before dismissing at 9 40 p m.
Herald for Job Work Satisfaction Guaranteed
A compact classified notice offers job work services with a clear guarantee of customer satisfaction. The ad emphasizes reliable craftsmanship and prompt completion. It targets local customers seeking hands on, guaranteed results.
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Herald
Two Wonderful Little Valleys Yielding High Value Crops
The Northwest valleys in Washington and nearby regions prove lucrative for small acreages. Yakima and Wenatchee prosper through private irrigation with high per acre returns from apples, peaches, and other fruits. Cities like Tacoma and Seattle nearby, marketing thrives, while rural life offers modern utilities and close communities.
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Guy E. Mitchell
Great Southwest
California
Great Northwest
Yakima Valley
Wenatchee Valley
Washington
Montana
Colorado
Yakima
Northwest
Daniel Webster
Cascade Mountains
Natchez
Great Columbia
Dakota
Boston
Tacoma
Seattle
Reclamation Service
Arthur P. Davis
Newell
Bureau
Great American Desert
Wenatchee
County board proposes new site for Selah bridge replacement
The county commissioners receive a report from the board of Mercy, McIntyre, and McCulloh on the best site for replacing the Selah bridge washed away by flood. They weigh convenience to the public location safety and cost before recommending a site.
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Selah
Mercy
McIntyre
McCulloh
Bridge site and span plan proposed for river crossing
A report favors using the Section line near Third street as the bridge site stating banks did not shift in flooding and ground on the south bank is above high water. The preferred design calls for two 180 foot steel spans with concrete piers to balance cost and safety. A minority dissent argues for two 160 foot spans or one 320 foot span with a 24 foot roadway and live load of 1200 pounds per foot.
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Third Street
McCulloh
Funeral of Mrs. EB L Boisol at St Michael's Church
Mrs. EB L Boisol of 114 South Eighth street died Thursday at 7 30 PM from pneumonia after a severe cold. She aged 82 and came from the east with her son Dr Boisol a dentist in the Sloan building. Funeral services are set for Sunday at 2 PM in St Michael's Episcopal church.
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EB. L. Boisol
South Eighth Street
Card of Thanks for Mrs. Schreiner
Mr. S Schreiner expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for sympathy and aid after his wife’s death. He notes that their words and acts will not be forgotten.
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S. Schreiner
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Northern Pac
AMAS
SPE
Mullins
Cluett
Monarch
Fault
Rinehart
H. mM. Helliesen
R. R
Board of Viewers
Selah Bridge
Boisol
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