Rumors of Rail Construction Surge in Yakima Valley
Newspaper notes widespread speculation on new rail lines and extensions by Northern Pacific Milwaukee Road and OWR&N through Selah, the Yakima reservation, and surrounding valleys. Officials deny firm plans beyond possible Selah extension and a May 1 deadline for Toppenish White Swan work. Vancouver to Seattle line also hinted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Yakima
Northern ‘Pacific
Milwaukee
Ro & N
Yakima
Northern Pacific F
Yakimaanyon
Columbia River
Top Denish
White Swan
Parker
Selah
We Mas
Ellenspurg
Moxee
Cowiches
Jim Hill
Harriman Road
Northern Pacific
George Donald
N. C. Richards
Electric
O.W. R
Vancouver
B. C
J. D. Garrell
Settle
Death of Dr Frank Will Shocks Friends
Dr Frank Will died at his home 216 South Third Street after years of kidney trouble. A prominent Yakima County physician and Republican, he served as county health officer and on the state board of health. He was 68 and had recently faced a critical decline with several health scares.
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Itp
Frank
Third Street
South Third Street
Wie Ris
R. Frank
Yakima County
State Board of Health
Foley Kidney Pills Promise Relief for Kidney and Bladder Troubles
Bremen Georgia resident J T Shelnut endorses Foley Kidney Pills claiming superior relief from kidney and bladder issues after trying many remedies. The ad asserts the pills can cure any case within medical reach and notes North Yakima Drug Store as the seller.
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J. T. Shelnut
Bremen
North
Fire damages Pioneer building in Yakima basement
A Thursday noon fire in the Pioneer building at Yakima avenue and Second street caused about 10000 in damage. Weigel Heare suffered 6000, Reesa and MacConnell 3000, and owner Harry Cahalan 1000. Insurance covered most losses. all repairs fall to insurers.
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Pioneer
Yakima Avenue
Second Street
Weigel-Heare
Reesa & MacConnell
Harry Cahalan
C. Capps
Prosser
Miller Building
Frank J Allen
Capps
Second
Weigel-Hetze
Colonist Travel Likely to Surge This Spring
Spokane report cites Howard A. Noble of the Great Northern Railway saying colonist travel to Washington Oregon Idaho and Montana will be heavier than last year. Increased inquiries come as crops of 1911 and western advertising boost westward settlement and demand for small farms near cities. Rates from Chicago to the Pacific coast may revert to last year’s $33 and $25 from St Paul.
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Spokane
Wash
Washington
Oregon
Idaho
Montana
Howard A. Noble
St. Paul
Great Northern Railway Company
Northwest
Western Governors
Indiana
Ohio
Chicago
Pacific Coast
Association
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Endorsed by Hotel Manager
Mr Jas McCaffery of the Schlitz Hotel in Omaha endorses Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as a reliable cure for throat and lung diseases. He claims personal use and recommendations by others prove its curative powers. A family medicine, it helps children and adults at the onset of colds, coughs, and croup and aims to prevent bronchitis and pneumonia. Available at North Yakima Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Jas. McCaffery
Mgr
Schlitz Hotel
Omaha
Neb
North Yakima Drug Store
Death of Henry Smith Sr Aged 43 Blacksmith
Henry Smith Sr a blacksmith aged 43 died Friday at home from internal hemorrhage. He leaves wife Mrs Smith and two sons Charles and Henry Jr, both blacksmiths living with their parents. He came here from Wlota Iowa and will be taken there for interment.
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Henry Smith
South First Street
South Third Street
Fragmentary Observation on Horticulture and Pesticide Use
A fragmented remark compares feminine towers and youth bloom to cabbage needs Paris green. The speaker links beauty standards with agricultural chemical use in a brief, metaphorical aside.
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Paris
Three Westville Convicts Recaptured Near Eagle Point
Medford report says J. W. Riley Albert Saloni and Frank Acara were chased along the railroad and captured near Eagle Point by a railway official. They will be returned to Salem penitentiary. Governor West calls the incident an unexplainable act and says it will not alter the honor plan. The three men face return to the penitentiary to serve as an example.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medford
Westville
Eagle Point
Pacific & Western Railway
J. W. Riley
Albert Saloni
Frank Acara
Salem
Portland
West
Associated Press
Riley
Saloni
Acara
Life Preservers on Railway Locomotives
Astoria Oregon January 19 The engine pulling the Rock Island trains on the government jetty at the Columbia river mouth is said to be the world’s only locomotive fitted with regulation marine life preservers tied to the engine with rope. Workers risk falling into the sea while hauling cars loaded with rock and inspectors ordered the safety gear as a precaution for stormy weather and accidents.
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Astoria
Rock Island
Columbia River
Census Report Shows Fewer Deaths by Self Action in 1910
Washington reports a drop from 1909 in deaths by own action. Firearms remain the preferred method, with California at 29 per 100000, Maryland at 10.3 the lowest. San Francisco leads cities at 44.2, Oakland 42.4 Seattle 32.3 Los Angeles 20 Chicago 20.9 Portland 24.4 Spokane 23.7 New York 16.4.
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Washington
Census Bureau
Porson
California
Maryland
San Francisco
Oakland
Seattle
Los Angeles
Portland
Oregon
Attorney Appointed to Defend Jim Johnson in Lusby Murder Case
Judge E B Preble appointed Floyd Hatcheld to defend Jim Johnson after a brief Saturday court appearance. Johnson faces murder charges in the case of William Lusby with trial scheduled for February 1 in department No. 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Johnson
William Lusby
E. B. Preble
Floyd Hatcheld, Esq
Snow Liniment Adverts Claim Fast Wound Relief
A dry weather wound or skin abrasion can worsen if untreated and Ballard's Snow Liniment promises prompt healing and quick relief from soreness. The ad notes bottles priced at 25c, 60c, and 1.00, sold by D. H. Fry and W. Camp at the corner of 8th and Yakima Avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Olice
D. H. Fry
W. Camp
Yakima Avenues
Public ownership bill for telegraph lines proposed
Representative Cary of Wisconsin introduced a government ownership bill for telegraph lines. The plan tasks the Interstate Commerce Commission to appraise interstate telegraph properties at fair value, with the attorney general starting condemnation. Wages capped at 15 percent above last year and no immediate toll reductions.
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Washington
Cary
Wisconsin
Hitchcock
Post Office Committee
Interstate Commerce Commission
Anglo-Russ Alliance Wrecks Persia, Says Shuster
W. Morgan Shuster, former Persian treasurer general, arrived in Vienna and condemns British and Russian actions in Persia. He says the alliance destroyed progress toward peace and constitutional government, plunging Persia into chaos and costing hundreds of innocent lives. He blames Russia for veto over Persian officials and Britain for military intervention.
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Vienna
Persia
W. Morgan Shuster
Shuster
Russia
Great Britain
Hold Annual Election at Lower Naches Telephone Co
The Lower Naches Telephone Company held its annual meeting at Gleeds hall on Saturday afternoon electing three new trustees A H Bair John Dobie and W T White and re electing Frank Glady and W Armstrong to form the board for the coming year The $190 shares were divided into half shares of $59 enabling members to join at the latter price. The notice also mentions adopting value of coal by thermal units for efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lower Naches Telephone Company
Gleeds Hall
A. H. Bair
John Dobie
W. T. White
Frank Glady
W. B. Armstrong
Critical Thought and Praise by R Schumann
An orienting quote by R Schumann states that true benefit from praise comes to those who can value criticism, underscoring the value of constructive feedback.
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R. Schumann
McDonald Inaugurated Governor of New Mexico
W C McDonald was inaugurated as the first governor of the state of New Mexico. A large throng witnessed a pomp filled ceremony and an imposing inaugural parade with a prominent military display.
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Santa FE
N. M
W. C. McDonald
Sidle
New Mexico
Rural Supervisor Sought by Yakima County School Masters
Yakima county school masters urge state approval for a rural supervisor to link with fourth year high school work. The aim is to train teachers for country districts as many graduates, especially girls, go straight to rural schools. The session also discussed athletics and debates scheduling for spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yakima County
Commercial Club
School Athleic Association
Mabton
Reconciliation Impossible Between Schumann-Heink and Husband
New York reports that Mme Schumann-Heink and her husband William Rapp cannot reconcile their marriage. Rapp, suing for divorce, says the artist’s children cause incompatibility and notes their split after four separations. He recalls rising earnings from her concerts and his role as her manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Mme. Schumann-Heink
William Rapp
Rapp
Chicago
Judas quote attributed by William Penn on money
A fragment cites William Penn calling someone a Judas who will obtain money by any means. The line emphasizes distrust of corrupt actions in pursuit of wealth. No additional context or dates are provided.
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Judas
William Penn
State Fair Auction Plan 15 Approved
Ranchers in the valley back Mr. Coffin’s idea of a clearing house sale at the state fair. C. G. Baker of Prosser endorses the plan, saying it would draw hundreds of buyers and sellers, boost attendance, and add practical value to the fair. He urges inclusion of livestock sales next fall and notes Coffin will present the plan to the state fair commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanley Coffin
C. G. Baker
Prosser
The
Baker Investment Company
H. Stanley Coffin
Morning Herald
East
Middle West
Marconi Discloses Desert Wireless Discovery
Rome Jan 20 William Marconi returning from Tripoli reports a desert wireless method using sand laid conductors to transmit messages without masts. He says dry sand resists interference and weather, offering stealth and security in war. He notes masts reveal camp location and registers can be altered to thwart interception. He then travels to north Italy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
William Marconi
Tripoli
Africa
Marconi
Italy
Digestive Remedy Ad Promotes Quick Relief From Indigestion
An old advertisement touts HERBINE as immediate relief for heartburn, indigestion, and stomach distress. It claims the product expels badly digested food, restores stomach and bowel tone, and is priced at 50 cents. Sold by D. H. Fry and C. W. Camp at the corner of 3rd and Yakima avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. H. Fry
C. W. Camp
Cor
3Rd
Yakima Avenues
Summons in Yakima County Bank Note Case 1912
The First National Bank of North Yakima sues A V Wilson seeking judgment for a joint and several promissory note of $1529.09 with 8 percent interest from August 16 1910 plus $376.45 attorneys fees and costs. The action targets property in the hands of James Biggam and Da’ for discharge. Wilson must respond within 60 days after January 10 1912.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Washington
Yakima County
First National Bank of
North Yakima
A. V. Wilson
Robert Dunn
James Biggam
Notice of Contest in Homestead Cancellation Case
United States Land Office in North Yakima announces Sen Lea E. Moorman contests Tom Fred Reed's Homestead Entry No. 6135 for Section 18 Township 13 North Range 16 East Willamette Meridian. Moorman alleges lack of improvements and abandonment for over six months. Contest requires answer within twenty days after the fourth publication. A. C. Steinman Receiver. Publications dated January 3, 10, 17, and 24, 1912.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of the Interior
United States Land Office
North Yakima
Washington
Tom Fred Reed
Wash
Senlea E. Moorman
Willamette Meridian
Time of Hearing Final Account in Hulda Benson Estate
Probate court in Yakima County fixes February 6 1912 at 1 30 PM in North Yakima for final account distribution petition and executor discharge in Hulda Benson estate. Notice publicized in The Yakima Herald and posted in three public places.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Washington
Yakima
Hulda Benson
Gus Benson
G. A. Myers
North
County of
Yakima Herald
North Yakima
Superior Court
Yakima County
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DR. Frank
Weigel & Heare
Clumbia River
Springfield Republican
Springdale
Wapato
Granger
Zillah
Green Valley
Outlook
Grandview
Sunnyside
Byron
Toppenish
Lower Naches
Upper Naches
Cowiche
Markg School
Academy
Wide Hollow
A. C. Steinman
A. W. Barr
Superior Court of
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