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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1909
Page
6
D L Druse longtime Nob Hill rancher marries Laura F Dorsett in a Monday evening ceremony at the Methodist parsonage. The couple, both prominent in the Grand Army and the W A C, plan a California wedding tour and will reside at their Nob Hill home upon return in March.
Mabton Drilling Co halted artesian water drilling at 700 feet to cultivate 160 acres using a 3,000,000 gallon reservoir and a 32 horsepower pump. Manager Kelly plans to resume drilling toward an artesian flow after land irrigation needs are met.
Frank Bruno once known as the tenderloin king plans to return to Italy to aid Messina earthquake survivors. He will put half his fortune at authorities disposal and oversee distribution to those affected, with a lifelong commitment to helping Italians both here and abroad.
Three southern states North Carolina Mississippi and Alabama enacted statewide prohibition today with Georgia already on statutory prohibition. The Louisiana measure also took effect aiming to regulate liquor traffic and deter saloon operations if enforced strictly.
Pasco editor C T Giesen tanner reports an Idaho reader asked for a sample of Pasco brown cotton after seeing a plant in The Spokesman-Review. The sender, claiming to be 180 years old and a Georgia native, enclosed dipper gourd seed and expressed desire to view cotton again.
Carloads of copper wire and poles for the Yakima Valley Electric Co. power line from North Yakima to Kennewick arrive at various points along the Northern Pacific. Copper wire for the transmission line already in storage signals progress on the Stra horn project.
The plan proposes moving the bench and attorneys to the room opposite side to improve acoustics. Architect Gauntt showed commissioners how placing the bench under a balcony on the east side could correct sound issues. Judge Preble suggested the change. the board approves in principle but has not ordered construction.
North Yakima recorded 141 births in 1908 in homes within city limits, per Dr. A J Helton city physician. The list of deaths accompanies the notice, with all bodies brought to the city for interment, and remarks from Dr Tetreau county physician.
The health department issued 223 burial permits during the year. The total includes residents who died outside the city and those who died in other cities and were brought here for interment. Dr. Helton estimates the two unclear cases likely exceed 50.
The new sanitary hospital jointly operated by North Yakima and Yakima County is nearly complete and will be occupied January 15. City health officer Dr Helton praises its compact design with separate containment for cases and notes water mains extended to the site eliminating well water use. Old furniture remains for overflow if needed and new equipment will outfit the building.
Stores running card tables and sociable games fuel a rushing business while rumors spread that the Ministerial Union plans reforms. Secretary Turner declined to discuss future plans. The main objection centers on vaudeville theatres and moving pictures amid alleged immoral trends.
Bronze coin dated to 1460 B C lies with T W Boynton of the reclamation service in North Yakima. Experts say it may be the oldest coin in Washington and among the oldest ever found. Found near Mesina in earthquake Italy, it was identified by Prof Princett at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
Timothy Lynch a Yakima Valley pioneer celebrated his 71st birthday at his Naches Avenue home. He and wife Mrs Lynch arrived in 1878 from Goldendale seeking a new home in the Ahtanum. Their family includes Dr C J Lynch and Attorney John F Lynch among others.
Mrs. Mary Craig of north of Godfrey Illinois who avoided water for decades and drank only tea has again stopped water after trying it last summer. She reports feeling better while drinking tea but ill after resuming water and now returns to tea only.
The Ministerial Union of North Yakima withdraws its lawsuit against local theatres after managers shut down Sunday without trial. Reported reform sentiment spreads as cigar stores and the skating rink draw business amid closed venues and darkened doors.
Horticulturalist from State College at Pullman announces intent to settle in Yakima valley. In city for farmers institute he says he has nearly arranged development of a new orchard in a lower district near Sunnyside canal extension at Prosser, having taken an option on land.
Dr George R Turk of Toronto opens a Presbyterian Methodist revival at First Methodist Church. He urges every evening service at 7 30 and Sunday talk to youth on character building. He cites Moses on the Lord's side and urges fathers to train their children.
Professor Thornber plans to close a sale on deeded land in the Yakima valley. He has long touted the Selah gap to the Columbia River region as the state's premier fruit growing area and has demonstrated trust by entering this realty deal.
Dan the tramp dog, owned by Peter Mallory, travels with him through the circus and labor disputes. The dog learns tricks, can pick aces, stand on hind legs, and perform stunts to earn meals for both. Once a shipboard pet and circus performer, Dan has roamed all over the United States with Mallory as his steady companion.
Mayor P M Armbruster disclosed Saturday the city appointments, with David L Crowder named police judge. Council committees follow announced lines, listing chairs for Finance Streets Police Fire Public Improvements Cemetery Water and Light Taxation Board of Health. King s Little Liver Pills advertised with claims of liver and skin benefits.
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