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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1908
Page
1
Governor Hughes issues a public statement denying motives for a presidential bid and asks for open party deliberation. He schedules a Friday meeting with the Republican Club of New York to make a definite expression of his stance and seek party harmony.
The annual meeting and election of officers of the commercial club will be held January 28. The outcome of the election will influence this year's valley publicity work. A valley publicity league was started months ago but stalled after officers were chosen. revival is possible if the local club joins.
Mrs A M Welch of 615 North Second Street swept major awards at the poultry show with her 8 C B Buff Orpingtons securing first prize for cock second for cockerel and third for pullet She also earned three special ribbons from the National Buff Orpington Club for best cock cockerel and pullet in the class.
B L Bull commander of Meade Post North Yakima G A R receives word he is appointed aide de camp to Commander in Chief C G Burton of the Grand Army of the Republic Kansas City. The honor is described as the greatest ever given to a member of the local G A R and came as a complete surprise to local veterans. A similar honor has not been conferred in Central Washington.
At the annual meeting of the directors of the First National Bank F A Williams was reelected president H M Gilbert was reelected cashier E J Jaeger was named vice president and F J Goodrich assistant cashier The year’s statement showed a satisfactory condition Garrett Brothers Herman Hendrick and C Bruean of Prosser bought five acres in Wanassay addition organized a brick and tile company to operate locally employing about a dozen people and will move machinery from Prosser within 30 days
Five year cemetery burial data show deaths fluctuated only from 204 to 207 annually, with 1907 lowest, despite a 25 percent population increase in North Yakima. The records imply a healthful climate supports steady longevity.
A severe Melbourne heat wave has caused extensive suffering with thirty two sunstroke deaths reported in recent days. Officials warn of continuing heat and urge precautions as the city endures record high temperatures.
Over 350 members attended the Minnesota club banquet in Tieton hall with Bert Bivins presiding. The crowd wore name pins of Minnesota towns, featured Jackson's orchestra, and a grand march led by Katherine Van Slyke and Albert Hoffman. A nominating committee was named to suggest officers for the year.
The battleship California, whose final trial run occurred recently, has met all requirements and completed testing.
The Yakima Valley Transportation company promotes a non-assessable non-transferable stock plan for children. Each $50 share payable in 20 monthly $2.50 installments, with ownership deferred until majority. Early recipients include Arthur Coffin, Henry Coffin, Geral dine Coffin, Leslie Dills, William Dills, Herbert Dills, Lenore Schaefer, and May Schaefer, each receiving two shares.
The Greer tin mill at Newcastle Pennsylvania will restart full operations, restoring work for about 1500 men who have been idle for three months.
Edward J. Hughes, found guilty of horse stealing with sentence deferred, appears to seek a pardon after a trial before Judge Preble. The case drew attention due to his youth, first offense, intoxication, and remorse shown to the jury which urged pardon despite the crime and liquor involvement.
Bud Brown, described as a tough black man, allegedly slugged Tom Layton in the restricted district and robbed him of seven or eight dollars. Police arrested Brown nearby and jailed him. Layton plans to prosecute. a warrant is expected to be issued.
Water users press for full inquiry by Chief Engineer Davis and Supervising Engineer Henney regarding the Tieton project. Theodore Weisberger, contractor for cement work, receives a telegram from F H Newell warning contract revocation unless he files for investigation immediately. Plan to enclose the canal in a huge pipe discussed at a Tuesday meeting.
A posse hunts an unknown Black suspect who killed a bridge watchman and wounded a freight conductor near Annadel Tennessee. Investigators describe a violent assault and ongoing manhunt as authorities seek clues to the attacker’s identity and motive.
Five members of the Sauer family living near Rockdale Texas died after eating bread found to contain arsenic. Officials say the tragedy involves contamination suspected in the bread making process and investigations are underway to determine the source and dates.
Railway passenger rates across the state could drop to 244 cents per mile if Great Northern refuses to retire or alter its mileage books. The dispute centers on a commission rule requiring conductors to pull coupons based on three cents per mile, with Seattle to Olympia cited as 73 miles and a fare of 2.19 under that rate. Conductor adjustments to 60 miles aim to preserve mileage benefits. a court contest seems likely.
In New York on January 21 Evelyn Thaws cross examination nears end as defense reads a 1903 letter by the defendant supporting the claim the girl told him her relation with Stanford White. The letters were used to corroborate Thaws wife Mrs Thaws testimony and show her story in Thaws mind. The judge overruled objections as Thaws waived confidential relations with counsel.
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