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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1900
Page
2
A proposal to form a stock association and sell shares to city and county residents aims to fund a Yakima fall fair. Farmers stockmen and merchants are urged to invest, as the venture could influence future state fair appropriations.
The article urges Yakima business leaders to back a Gold Hill road and mining ventures seen as major regional opportunities. It argues Gold Hill camps would inject payroll into Yakima, compares costs to a $100,000 project, and anticipates a year of unprecedented local prosperity despite past missteps.
Olympia correspondent notes an error in naming Tom Vance of Yakima as a governor candidate. The correct Democratic slate lists Roters for governor and Lewis and Vance for Congress, clarifying the party ticket.
The Sunday Post-Intelligencer features the finest newspaper work in Seattle. A cartoon likeness of Col. Blethen resembles a Yakima cattleman, praised as a gallery gem.
A Seattle publication reprints THE HERALD interview with J. J. Dixon in full without credit to Tuk Herato. The duplication draws attention to attribution and source integrity in the press.
The bill may meet opposition from Congressman Jones, risking no remedial legislation and exposing stockmen to the interior secretary who favors sheep removal.
President Gerlinger denies claims that an eastern transcontinental took control of the Portland Vancouver and Yakima line. He says the road will be pushed to its terminus in this city as rapidly as possible.
The Heratp shipping statistics for the town over the past two years are widely cited by the state press. Some instances withhold credit from The Heraup, which is unfair under the circumstances.
The Re public attacks THE HERALD for its enterprise as the murder case provides the latest benchmark. The Herald published a full stenographic report of the testimony, prompting editorial critique from the rival paper.
G C Wallace returns from California. Sale of a four year old colt. Woman's club to host reception for amateur performers. Christian church dime social at Wilgus home. B H Doust displays gold quartz specimens from Republic and Gold Hill districts. Federation day planned with reading from other clubs and music. Geo W Carey builds brick business house on Second Street costing 2000 dollars. Fred Parker to build twin structure nearby for 2000 dollars. Jay H Maltby from Milner Dak and editor visits the city. I Desmarais of Crookston plans permanent settlement in Yakima irrigated lands. Rev A F Hawk's son Raymond to undergo hospital hip joint operation in Portland.
The coroner's jury in the Lewis Martin case was subjected to questioning about possible influence on jurors. The extensive testimony drew attention as a notable feat by the Republic, though the paper expresses dissatisfaction with the outcome.
The Women’s club petitions the Council for conservative measures restricting liquor and cigarette sales to minors. It urges joint action by city and state authorities to repress the evil, deemed inexcusable from any point of view.
At the regular meeting on January 18 the Ladies Musical Club performed French music and works by French composers. Mrs Gilbert played piano with Minuet. Miss Bunnell offered The King of Love My Shepherd Is. Mme Sperry presented Ave Maria in a piano duet. Mrs Richards and Mrs Bartlett sang Sing Smile Sleep. Mrs O A Fechter played Gavotte and Serenade. Miss Young performed Serenade with Massanet. Miss Hall offered Snow Flowers and Second Mazurka. Mrs Gilbert and Mrs Horsley joined for Oh that we two were saying. arrangement by Miss Alice Smith.
St Michael's church holds services at 11 and 7 30 with all invited First Methodist offers morning and evening services Sunday school 10am Epworth League 630 pm Prayer meeting Thursday 730 Christian Science at Masonic Hall Sundays 11am Congregational church sermons at 11am and 730pm with Sunday school 10am Christian Endeavor 630 pm all welcome
Jason Carpenter bought 30 bales from Mrs. George Ker of Moxee at 7 cents and 199 bales from Brown and Santenberg of Prosser at 8 1/4 cents. James Harvey sold 150 bales at 8 1/7 cents and J W Dooley sold 48 bales at nominal figures. Capt Scudder left for the cast to dispose of his father’s hops. A Syracuse letter notes 75 bales sold to brewers at a better price.
A vintage advertisement promotes The White House Cook Book 1600 recipes 600 pages enamel cloth binding and illustrations of presidential wives and interiors. It claims convenience practicality and completeness with dining etiquette and sick care guidance. Orders requested with postage details and catalogue request.
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