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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1907
Page
4
The St Paul Pioneer Press cites a decline in chivalrous conduct by men toward women in New York crowds. It notes a ferry collision where men saved themselves and life preservers while women were left at risk, praising the rescue crews and urging public shame for the recreants.
Adolphus Busch of Anheuser Busch signals a shift toward action against disorderly resorts. He pledges to remove the eagle symbol from venues that fail to be orderly and law abiding, joining a broader reform effort in 1907. The piece notes economic strides in wheat, fruit, lumber, and dairy, with reflections on Christmas and lingering doubts about religion.
A fragment notes a center rush and wedge formation as part of a shopping game described as a gay life, implying a social scene or lifestyle reference from a historical page.
The sheriff's office is notified to summon 12 jurors for the Diking school district case set for December 27. The State vs Petitt bootlegging case is reset for December 28. Both cases may be heard as Churchill evidence concluded Monday at 4 30 pm.
A decree of divorce was granted to Mrs Mary Sandmeyer on Monday with the property to be equally divided. She alleged cruelty by her husband Martin Sandmeyer and claimed inhuman acts, including disputing that a minor son Joseph was his child.
Mr and Mrs Walter J Reed establish Los Angeles base for winter, planning excursions to various state points. They will attend the Tournament of Roses in Pasadena on New Year’s Day.
Clarence A. Zuppann left for Illinois where he will probably remain. He is brother of W. E. Zuppann secretary of the publicity committee. Since coming to North Yakima he has suffered a severe attack of blindness but it is believed he will regain his eyesight.
Sunday afternoon a Yakima Transportation track accident injured George Aumiller when his vehicle ran over the line. One wheel rode the flange between rail and plank and an axle broke as he tried to steer off the track.
A burglary at D. J. Deyo’s popcvin stand resulted in the theft of a jar of gum. The thieves are unknown and no reward is offered. Police urged residents to report any offers of gum or suspicious activity.
Mrs. Curry and Mrs. R. J. Curry have been ill in Seattle. The son Godfrey, who stayed with his grandparents in this city, Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Lince, has returned home to Seattle.
It is reported the school board plans to have the cornerstone dressed and faced this winter so spring construction on the Capital Hill high school can begin without delay.
Mrs. M. L. Tittle died about two weeks ago leaving an estate near $6000 and a will. Mr. Tittle has filed a petition for letters of administration.
Ernest Berg, a well known sheep man, reports range grass now measures about three inches. He intends to turn his flocks out next week after coming in from the hills Saturday.
Marriage licenses were issued at the auditor's office Monday to Harry J. Allen and Miss Julia A. Gross and to Ralph R. Colyer and Miss Helen F. Schultz.
Miss Helen West executrix of Bert H. West files a suit against W. O. W. Sheppard and Jula Sheppard seeking 370 dollars plus interest from June 1905.
Asa E. Schwartz, who taught in local schools last season, will assume charge of the Davis school on the west side when school opens next week. He is very popular among the scholars.
A car load of seats for the Lincoln school building are being rapidly placed in the new school and high school will be held there, beginning with next Monday.
At a Friday informal meeting state fair commissioners agreed to pay about 400 in outstanding bills. The 1907 fair cost nearly 3500, premium payments being the main item. No premium cuts were planned, and any changes would raise them. A replacement for Dr Hill will not be chosen until shortly before the April meeting when the financial report is to be presented.
After testing several homes Lucy McAllister nine is to be placed in the Sisters home at North Yakima. Her parents have separated and she has stayed at the Sisters school in Tacoma at her step father’s Roslyn home and with a married sister in Puyallup. She then lived at the Washington Children’s Home in Seattle before the mother arranged for her transfer to North Yakima.
The article notes the Columbia market in holiday attire with Mr Rand arranging a vivid display of dry picked turkeys and chickens. It praises the finest poultry lot yet shown in the city and arouses appetite for the toothsome birds.
Edgar Radford teased rivals then attempted a bold move on rubber ice. He overextended the rubber, toppled into the water but remained unhurt as companions urged him back with the quip the water was fine.
Rev. M. L. Rose filled in for Rev. J. N. McConnell at the First Christian church revival on Thursday evening. McConnell returned to Eugene Oregon to recuperate after weeks of strain and exhaustion.
The Northwest Light and Water company files garnishment against C. K. Wiley. John Clemans is named as the garnishee defendant. Wiley, the contractor, erected the company’s new building on North Second and A streets.
J Barnes travels to Walla Walla on Sunday to confer with Judge Hanford and other parties about a realty matter of mutual interest.
Miss Helen Wright visits North Yakima with Mr and Mrs F C Hall during the holidays. She attends Whitmore College in Tacoma. Her parents Mr and Mrs W L Wright live in Fruitvale and are now in California.
William Crawford of this city is the defendant in a divorce action filed by Mrs. Lora Crawford in Pendleton Oregon.
Miss Alma Lesh of Whitworth College arrived in North Yakima today to spend the holidays with her parents.
Young Arthur Paradis skated on the Shannon ditch near Modern addition and fell breaking the middle finger of his right hand.
L. A. Rightmire, tied to the Northern Ex press local office, receives a promotion to a similar role in Missoula Montana.
Ellensburg members of the Elk lodge have petitioned for a charter for that point. There are 37 members of the lodge here who will be under that lodge s jurisdiction.
A marriage license was granted Thursday to David J Whitehouse and Milas Lydia C Fix paving the way for their wedding.
A marriage license was issued Friday to Grant G. Hill and Miss Eula H. Foske of Sunnyside.
The Minnesota club completed arrangements Friday to hold a banquet on January 21 in Tieton Hall.
A family on a Methow farm endures hardship during a harsh winter. Little Florence becomes lost in the snowfall and is found by Emilka neen, a visiting Okanogan brave, who returns the child saved by a heartfelt Christmas gift. The rescue and reunion restore a fragile holiday peace.
Miss Clara Van Loon, sister of Mrs. Charles Barnes, studies at the University of Washington and spends Christmas in the city. Mrs. J. O. Shadbolt, Mrs. Benj. Shadbolt of Wapato, and Parker returned home after Christmas shopping. The Royal Neighbors met in Odd Fellows hall with about fifty members. one candidate was initiated and refreshments served. Many ladies clubs plan New Year calling parties and to visit their men friends en masse on New Year’s Day.
A group of benedicts plan New Year open houses with the Bachelors' club hosting at Mrs. Frank Horsley’s home located at 15 North Second Street. Members listed include Dr. Granville Lowther Frank Lowther Warren Enwin Dr. Charles M. Keeler Col. Walker Moren Robert Sanborn Nathaniel Van Cleve 8. T. Harding Andrew L. Thomson Sumner P. Kinney Frank M. Kinney and Charles H. Lombard.
Reader inquiries rise as catarrh cases grow. Hyomei is promoted as a universal cure for nasal and throat inflammation. The complete outfit costs $1.00 and is sold by C. C. Case with a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
B P O E took the grand prize in a piano contest started by West Side druggist C W Camp. Principal contestants included St. Joseph's Academy and Woodmen of the World with votes of 680617, 58684, and 44891 respectively.
A list of uncalled letters at the North Yakima Washington post office as of December 21 1907 with one cent postage due on each item. Names include Mrs Gene Anderson M W Bragg Henry Bedney G G Brush Lorn Breen W W Bender C O Barrett O B Cronkhite Archie S Campbell H L Christie D B De Ramper M L Dunbar Emma Danker Martha W Erwin Walter Cyntha Fisher Mrs Syntha Ferris Simeon Ford Simeon Grant Bessie Graham Al Grey C F Helman H Hall Fred Harrison Becca Hartwick C T Johnson Willie Jones H C Jones Etta Jones Edgar Herbert Kline Frank Law L P Labby Mabel Lynn W L Leslie Gertie Langevin Mabel Love Miss Mabel Martin I L Michels S M McDonald Rev D R McNaught J F Martin Alta Markham Mrs Mary Norris Willie Nelson Clifford Nelson N Nelson Marty Purdin Wallace Proctor E D Paul Agnes L Payne Bettie Ratliffe R Harvin Summit Copper Mining Co Stevenson Frank Sokol George Shuman Shuse C O Snow Anna Smith Carrie Shelton M A Simpson Maud Shelton Martha Tom Nettle Turner Clide Talbert Roam Thomas Jennie VanKeulen Theodore Wright Amanda Wood Logan Wilson Belle one cent due on each letter adver tised.
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