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Newspaper

Yakima Herald

Location

Yakima, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1908

Page

5

Northwest Salvation Army notes few personal crisis reports

Brig. W. F. Jenkins reports a low rate of suicides in the Pacific Northwest, attributing it to climate and a hopeful, friendly populace. He says residents maintain courage even in hard times, reducing the need for anti-death bureaus. The Spokesman-Review quotes him on regional resilience and better mental outlook.

Northwest W. F. Jenkins Salvation Army Pacific Northwest Spokesman-Review East

What a union can do Yakima horticultural union meets

The Yakima County Horticultural Union held its annual session to discuss market protection and railroad improvements. Journalists praise the fruit growers and members report doubled business from 1906 with high fruit prices and dividends, hoping for more gains next year.

Yakima

Yakima Valley fruit packing criticized by Minnesota commission man

This morning a Minnesota commission man said Yakima Valley fruit packing is slip shod and prices could fall to 50 cents per box if reforms are not made. The paper notes laymen believe Yakima fruit is packed well, and urges ranchers to act if the claim proves true.

Commission Minnesota Yakima Valley Yakima Vailey

Fruit packing praised as key to price stability in valley

A fruit man argues proper packing boosts prices and long term profits. He notes only two valley places pack correctly, withholding names to avoid dispute, while urging others to improve or risk loss.

Yakima Good for Laborer

The start of stock sale for the Yakima Valley Transportation Company shows laboring men funding the issue despite the financial panic. The piece argues this proves the Yakima Valley is a healthy place for both workers and employers as laborers invest in a transportation firm likely to dominate local freight traffic.

Yakima Yakima Valley Transportation Company New Transportation Company Yakima Valley

Investigation urged over Tieton canal fault claim

Editorial cautions about possible construction flaws in the Tieton canal and calls for a swift impartial inquiry to determine if repairs are needed for the Yakima Valley reclamation project. The piece also laments sensationalism and jokingly notes a claim about hats spreading disease germs. A North Yakima tale mocks an ad offering a menial job with the reply Rais Pigs.

Tieton Canal Yakima Valley Yakima

Gladys Vanderbilt to Seek Club Membership in January

On January 238, Gladys Vanderbilt will file for membership in the We've Been Stung Club, organized by Anna Gould Consuelo Vanderbilt and Alice Thaw. George Ade has plunged into the Fairbanks presidential campaign, suggesting material for another comic opera.

Gladys Vanderbilt Anna Gould Consuelo Vanderbilt Alice Thaw George Ade Fairbanks

Unclear fragments hint at local notes and names

Fragmentary text references Yakima births in 1907 and Pullman berth rate. Mentions a foreigner named Coutlaszic Szenchyl and a line about a chemical fire extinguisher exhaust. Contains a proverb about men fighting over a woman and a robin sighting.

Coutlaszic Szenchyl

Be careful with Beecham or Bee products? Laxative cough syrup

Advertisement notes Bees Laxative Cough Syrup grows in favor for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. Parents urged to keep it on hand for children as prompt relief to croup. Described as gently laxative driving poison and plegin from the system. Guaranteed and sold by C W Camp.

C. W. Camp

Herald Want Ad Delivers Fast Results

Readers are reminded that for quick results the Herald want ad section offers immediate reach. Advertisers can place concise notices and track responses through local classifieds.

Great Banquet Minnesota Sons and Daughters Meet

Minnesota officers near final plans for the fourth annual gathering to be held Tuesday January 21 at Tieton hall Yakima with doors at 7 30 pm. A 25 cent male and 15 cent lady entry goes to hall and banquet expenses. The program includes a grand march a male Minnesotan quartet spelling match county roll call and balloting for Minnesota favorite sons with entertainment to welcome Minnesota residents and visitors.

Minnesota Society Tieton Hall North First Street Minnesota

Foley's Honey and Tar Safe Under Pure Food Law

Special announcement states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended for children and adults and sold at North Yakima Drug Store owned by A. D. Sloan.

Foley North Yakima A. D. Sloan

Sewer Work Authorized Under Railroad Tracks

City crews will run the sewer under Northern Pacific tracks after lengthy negotiations with the railroad. A prominent citizen recalls James Hill’s remark that when the Great Northern approves, legal actions are moot, and the runway for stock was eventually built without court cases.

Northern Pacific James Hill Great Northern Mr. Hill

A Thousand Dollars Worth of Good

A. H. Thurnes, Buffalo Ohio coal operator, writes of long kidney and bladder trouble and relief sought through a remedy described as a thousand dollars worth of good.

A. H. Thurnes Buffalo, C

Foley's Kidney Cure Delivers Pain Relief Believer Says

A testimonial from a patient who suffered kidney pain describes relief after using Foley's Kidney Cure. The speaker notes brick dust like stones diminished after a few doses and claims complete pain relief and a renewed sense of health. Sold at North Yakima Drug Store, A. D. Sloan, Prop.

Foley North Yakima A. D. Sloan

Yakima Iron Works Elects New Officers At Annual Meeting

J. K. Arrowsmith named president and became the firm's largest holder after purchasing stock from G. L. Allen. A. C. Greyson was elected vice president N. J. Johnson secretary and G. L. Allen treasurer. Fred Parker has withdrawn as secretary. The new board promises improvements in power and machinery, with details to be decided at the next meeting.

Yakima Iron Works J. K. Arrowsmith A. C. Greyson N. J. Johnson G. L. Allen Mr. Arrowsmith

This Is Worth Saving Rheumatic Cure Claim

A home made mixture claims to relieve rheumatism and backache and to cleanse kidneys and bladder if used before Bright's disease. The formula lists Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Karyon Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla with doses after meals and at night. A vendor states ingredients are plant based and harmless and can be bought cheaply at pharmacies.

Mabton Siphon Plans Santa Fe?

Mabton in Mabton Washington engineer C McCollough of the United States reclamation service says if all Mabton flats land is signed up the siphon work may start this year. About 1000 acres remain unsigned. The Sunnyside project has 350000 dollars appropriated this year with Mabton eligible for one fourth. Estimated local work costs around 175000 dollars may delay completion this year without postponements.

Mabton Wash Com

Commercial club officers elected at bank office

The club met last week in the bank office and elected officers: President T. W. Howell, Vice President J. A Humphrey, Secretary Frank Hartz, Treasurer E. V. Alburty.

Bank T. W. Howell J. A Humphrey Frank Hartz E. V. Alburty

Chronic Constipation Cured by Urine Laxative Syrup

An advertisement claims Urine Laxative Fruit Syrup cures chronic constipation by aiding digestion and stimulating the liver and bowels. It promises quick relief without nausea and lists North Yakima Drug Store and A. D. Sloan as sellers.

Orion North Yakima A. D. Sloan

North Yakima Rifle Club Loss in State Shoot Protest

The North Yakima Rifle Club defeated Spokane Seattle and Tacoma for a bronze mug but faced a protest from Spokane. Spokane alleged Tacoma and North Yakima should have shot on Saturday instead of Sunday, and the ruling favored the protest.

North Yakima Rifle Club Spokane Seattle Tacoma North Yakima

Tree Planting Offer for Orchard Growers

Gardener Ernest A. Brown advertises tree planting with a guaranteed full stand for a standard price. Trees will be inspected before setting and customers can reach him at P. O. Box 875 by telephone for arrangements.

Colored Court Room and Earrings Dispute Stirs Local Crowd

In a Georgia camp meeting atmosphere a court settles ownership of a pair of earrings. Corrine held them first but Maimee claims them under a contested game called Cooncan. The judge tests the items with a jeweler after Corrine briefly seized the jewelry. Police involvement arises during the delay. The case ends with the jewels returned to Corrine.

Georgia Coon Town Corrine Maimee Cooncan

Artesian well progress on Ludwig lands north of Sunnyside

In TOPPENISH on January 13 authorities report rapid progress on the large artesian well above the Sunnyside canal in the Zillah district. The crew drilled 120 feet in 29 hours while laying casing in cement gravel on section 27, the well owned by the Moxee Hardware Company.

Toppenish Sunnyside Canal Zillah Moxee Hardware Company

Chin Chan Leaves for China to Bring Back a Bride

Chin Chan, owner of a Chinese store in North Yakima, departed for China on Saturday to bring back a bride. He has studied here five years, is now in sixth grade, and will be gone about seven months with his father remaining to manage the store. He hopes to bring his mother back as well.

Chin Chan China North Yakima Chin

Osteopathy and Healing Methods At Ditter Bros Office

Prof Jas F Zediker announces five years in the same offices near Ditter Bros store. He reports treating over 1300 cases with notable success and clarifies he does not practice medicine or surgery. He offers osteopathy massage magnetic forces electricity vibration hot air baths hydrotherapy suggestion hygiene and dietics. Dr Almira M Davenport will join for obstetrical work. Consultation free. Terms cash. Credit by arrangement.

Jas. F. Zediker Ditter Bros Almira M. Davenport

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THE Yakima Herald Herald Publishing Company Geo. N Pet North Takima Bee Mr. Jenkins Herald Fairy Six Hundred Ernest A. Brown P. O. Box Levi Strauss & Co Washington
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