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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1900
Page
6
Dr H R Wentzs argues hypnotism is a genuine scientific discipline not a mere spectacle. He warns against promiscuous public practices, urges skilled stewardship by honest professionals, and predicts wider acceptance as psychology and medicine advance.
The editor states there is no national legal holiday for Lincoln's Birthday on February 12. Congress has created holidays only for the District of Columbia and Thanksgiving is recognized by presidential proclamation in states with such laws.
A letter from By All Means Norru Yakima Washington dated February 13 1900 urges preservation of the Painted Rocks near Natchez bridge. It notes basaltic rocks prized as scenery are being used for building stone and warns beauty near the city will vanish without protection. The piece appeals to authorities and residents to curb further damage and preserve the site’s appeal.
Advertises a croup cure claimed to relieve severe fits immediately. L. O. Janeck’s drug store quotes prices 25c 50c and 1.00, touting a “magic” remedy for croup and related illnesses blamed on young mothers.
Notes from Ellensburg to Yakima and northward report arrivals visits and appointments. Officials such as John Edwards appointed guard in Walla Walla penitentiary and Bessie McPhee named teacher at Centralia reform school are listed among various personal movements and civic actions. A local suit in Ellensburg yields a $30 verdict for Morgan in a wage dispute.
A 1600 page enamel cloth bound cookbook with 1 600 tested recipes and health tips is advertised for 85 cents plus 20 cents postage. Illustrations include halftones of presidential wives and White House interiors. The Werner Company Akron Ohio promotes free catalog and lowest book prices.
Obstinate sores and ulcers refuse to heal under ordinary treatment as a patient seeks relief and possible remedies for a stubborn ankle ailment.
Furniture and all kinds of hauling. If you want a dragsman and prompt service, ring up phone No. 76, or leave orders with St. Paul & Tacoma Lumber Co., orders taken for Coal and Wood.
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