Washington State Fair Premium List Revamps Exhibits
The fifteenth annual Washington State Fair premium list highlights extensive changes in divisions across departments. Horse classes drop from 23 to 12 with higher money prizes, new amateur Percheron class, and a separate professional class with additional cups. Cattle, sheep, swine premiums shift, Brown Swiss removed from dairy, Red Polls and Devon added to beef. Fruit division reorganized by state guidelines, with new packing rules and prize structures. District displays offer cups and cash in a large interdistrict competition across Yakima, Wenatchee, Western, Southern, and Eastern Washington regions including Oregon and Idaho crossovers.
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Horse Department
North Yakima
The
Fair Commission
Yakima Valley
Ellensburg
Kiowa
Wenatchee
Chelan
Okanogan
Douglas
Grant
Walla Walla
Columbia
Garfield
Asotin
Pranklin
Stenshore
Tennewick
Washington
Cascades
Whekitat
Skamania
Spokane
Whitman
Okanogan and
Hood River
Mosiar
Oregon
Rogue River
British Columbia
Idaho
Health crusade praise as North Yakima lauded by Bertha Beals
Mrs. Bertha J. Beals representative of Washington at a tuberculosis prevention convention in Denver stopped in North Yakima on her way to Seattle to commend local health efforts. She cited open air schools as a solution, noted Montclair New Jersey as a model, and referenced Boston's plan to include open air rooms in future school buildings.
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Bertha J. Beals
Spokane
North Yakima
Beals
Denver
Montclair
N. J
Boston
North Yakima Should Embrace Commission Form of Government
Attorney Frank Luse argues that commission government concentrates power and hinges on citizen turnout. He believes it could benefit North Yakima if voters support it and elect capable officers, but warns the saloon element may defeat the measure without strong public will.
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North Yakima
Pear Blight Found Near Zillah in Two Tracts
Thomas C. Morrison district horticultural inspector reports pear blight on two tracts south of Zillah. The blight is not very serious, and Morrison leaves his assistant to survey the district for any additional cases.
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Thomas C. Morrison
Zillah
Alaska coal reserve plan aims to curb private inroads
A resolution by Alaska Delegate Wickersham proposes a permanent naval coal reserve in Alaska to supply the federal government with high grade coal from the territory, intended to prevent private enterprises from consuming bog coal resources.
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Washington, D. C
Naval Coal Reserve
Alaska
Wickersham
Robbery attempt on train spurs nationwide posse search
Posses scouring the country in pursuit of robbers who last night tried to rob a train on the Philadelphia and Reading branches near Erie. All but railroad detectives have given up the search as foreigners are suspected of the crime.
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Erie
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Household Hints From a 19th Century Page
Various practical tips cover cleaning with soda, drying berries to prevent mold, using rice to dehumidify salt and make glue, pasting paper with rice paste, making cake with meat fats for texture, cooling ham skins for easy removal, and using a hollowed shingle to lift hot pies.
Quick Bean Prep Tip From July Farm Journal
A writer advises a makeshift bean cooking method using a paper pin and string for a headgear style, then suggests cutting beans on a slant to cook faster than straight across. The note claims this method speeds cooking and shares personal trials from July Farm Journal.
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Farm Journal
Your True Fan Admires The Bleacher Youth Spirit
Chicago Tribune praises the steadfast young fan in the bleachers who cheers the home team, endures slights, and insists his squad is the best. The piece honors loyal spectators who fuel games with unshaken faith.
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Chicago Tribune
How to Live Long via Laynard Rules for Health
An article from the Denver News recounts Professor Boyd Laynard of London offering simple rules for long life. It urges natural living, fresh air, moderation, regular exercise, mental work, hobbies, good sleep, and social purpose, with apples praised as a wholesome, citizenship-building food.
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Boyd Laynard
London
Professor Laynard
Denver News
Soulful line about stars and hat left askew
Fragment expresses a speaker feeling overwhelmed by stars above while adjusting a hat, with the phrase there are a thousand stars tonight. The quote centers on a casual, intimate moment of self-check.
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van She
Cornerstone Placed for Salvation Army Citadel in North Yakima
A large crowd attended the corner stone ceremony for the Salvation Army citadel in North Yakima. President Penrose of Whitman College spoke on faith, regeneration, and God’s power, stressing the Army’s role among society’s marginalized. Commissioner Estill praised the project and outlined the building’s features and funding goals totaling about 25 000 dollars with 13 000 dollar construction cost.
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Salvation Army
Ss. B. L. Penrose
Whitman College
New Army
God
England
Gen
Willam Booth
Yakima
Penrose
Christ
Northern Pacific
Estell
Chicago
George French
Dubbin
A. F. Larson
Omana
Estill
Dr. Penrose
A. EF. Larson
Jmain
Labor Bureau
Relief Bureau
Bastill
Mass Meeting Honors Salvation Army Leader in Yakima
A large North Yakima audience gathered at the Yakima theatre for a Salvation Army appreciation night. Leaders and officers from Seattle Chicago Walla Walla Ellensburg and North Yakima spoke or performed as local dignitaries praised the Army’s work and urged fundraising to complete a new building.
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Yakima Theatre
Salvation Army
North Yakima
Theo. Estill
French
Chicago
Dubbin
Seattle
Gale
Walla Walla
Martin
Johnson
Edna Anderson
Ellensburg
Omana
A. Larson
George Donald
O. A. Fechter
S. J. Kennedy
Frank Bartholet
Charles Heath
A. B. Cline
W. F. Selleck
Dr. Boardman
Alex. Sloan
L. O. Jameck
N. C. Richards
Fred Parker
A. C. Brewer
Charles Barnes
John H. Weigel
H. F P. James
A. H. Huebner
C. C. Gamble
W. M. Watt
D. C. Reed
W. W. Robertson
George N. Tuesley
J. C. Brooker
Frank Donovan
Frank Bond
H. ©. Lucas
Morton L. Rose
Delmer Thompson
KE. A. King
S. B. L. Penrose
Whitman College
Col. French
Commercial Club
Young Men's Christian Association
Onward Christian Soldiers
S.J. Kennedy
E. E. Omann
Ensign
H. B. James
Salvation Army String Band Performs Benediction
The Salvation Army string band and the congregation joined in a benediction pronounced by Dr. W. F. Selleck marking a solemn closing moment of the service.
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Salvation Army String Band
W. F. Selleck
Indian Arrest Near Toppenish Ends Quietly
Oscar Spencer, an Indian, was arrested Saturday on a complaint by Indian Agent S. A. M. Young for assaulting Lotus Shuster near Toppenish. The wanted man had been in hiding near White Swan since a May 1 warrant was issued. Three deputy sheriffs made the arrest without violence after going by county automobile.
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Oscar Spencer
S. A. M. Young
Lotus Shuster
Toppenish
White Swan
Secretary Knox and the cold office mix up
A tale from Taft era recalls Secretary Knox finding his Pittsburg law office frigid and in disarray. He questions who raised windows and who took the waste basket, learns the janitor and cleaner are Mr Muldoon and Mr Reilly, and reforms to call men by first names. A visitor then asks for Philander.
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Mr. Knox
Taft
Pittsburg
Knox
Mr. Muldoon
Philander
Feasible Winter Strawberry Gake Says Yakima Expert
L Hughes of Arinetal Tea Storage says winter strawberry cake is feasible for every housekeeper in Yakima county after three years of testing. The method preserves whole berries or crushed berries with juice in Mason jars, stored cold, ready for use in shortcake.
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L. Hughes
Arinetal Tea & Culd Storage Company
Yakima County
Hughes Makis
the Herald
Cardui Touted By Cherry Valles Resident Letter
Mrs Carrie Moore of Cherry Valles Arkansas says she suffered headaches heart palpitations and low vitality until using Cardui the woman's tonic. She reports feeling better than in five years and urges other women to try Cardui sold by their druggist.
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Cherry Valles
Ark
Carrie Moore
Cardus
Cardui
Mule or horse dispute ends with payout in Indiana
In Columbus Indiana a circuit court ruled a mule is a horse for fire insurance purposes. The Farmers Mutual Insurance Co faced a claim for a mule burned in a lightning fire and was ordered to pay $150 to cover the animal.
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Columbus
Ind
Farmers’ Mutual Insurance Co
U. S. Review
Lantern Night Visit Sparks Courting Lesson
A farmer finds John the shepherd by the house with a lit lantern. John explains he is courting Ann, and the farmer recalls his own courting method, remarking that he did not use a lantern, prompting John to joke that they all see how he courted.
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John
Ann
Zur
Man with many plans ends in tragedy
The Herald ad copy frames a man who delayed actions from insuring his house to helping neighbors and quitting work. He dies after nervous breakdowns, illness, and a fatal automobile accident, with the vignette urging readers to use want ads for results.
Cost County June expenditures peak with road and bridge costs
June county expenditures totaled 541,166.68 the heaviest in months led by road and bridge work at 384,081.12 and including 14,900 for road machinery 2,585 for jury service and 253.82 horticultural expenses. Other items include current and district expenses across seven road districts and drainage and soldiers relief.
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Frank M. Spain
Weeesee
Ciseevs
Nsee
Harvey Lands 10387 Acres Sold Near Ellensburg
The Harvey Land company led the year's land sales by transferring 10387 acres in Beecer creek district, 11 miles northwest of Ellensburg, for about $50,000. The Ellensburg Record reports the milestone deal by H. T. Harvey.
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H. T. Harvey
Harvey Land Company
Beecer Creek
Ellensburg
Notice to creditors in Isaac T Day estate Yakima WA
Notice is given to all persons with claims against the estate of Isaac T Day late of Yakima County Washington deceased to present them with vouchers to the administratrix Anna L Jordan at Parker Richards 426 Miller Building North Yakima within one year from June 21 1911 or they will be barred by law. Dated June 21 1911.
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Isaac T. Day
Yakima County
Washington
Dee
Parker & Richards
Miller Building
North Yakima
Anna L. Jordan
Dorothea Brockelmann
State of Washington
Carl Schroeder
Dorothea Stockelmann
Wash
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Pees
Mount Adams
Fruit Department
State Horticulture Society
Jonathan
Spitzenberg
Winesap
Delicious
Rome Beauty
B. I. Beals
Frank Luse
Inspector Morrison
Bill
Nature
Cornerstone
State
Commissioner Estill
the Y. MC
Messrs. Abrams
Symons
Theo. E Still
H. H. Patterson
Spencer
J. L. Hughes
Man
Pan
Herald
Cost County
Department of the Interior
U.S. Land Office
Laura Flickinger
Township
Range 21
Willamette Meridian
Register and Receiver
U. S, Land Office
Harry Swanson
Wot. Stewart
J. Bacon
Charles A. Day
Harry Y. Saint
Register
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