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Newspaper

Yakima Herald

Location

Yakima, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1909

Page

2

Auto Skids Three Hurt Near Castle Rock Oregon Way

A touring car carrying Francis J. Heney former Senator F W Mulkey Dr S Beasley Jesse McLaughlin and John McCarthy skidded and overturned half a mile north of Castle Rock Wash They freed two injured men after 25 minutes and moved to Seattle for further care Beasley unconscious with bruises while McCarthy suffered internal burns and the chauffeur sprained ankle

Castle Rock Wash Francis J. Heney United States F. W. Mulkey Portland O. Beasley Jesse McLaughlin John McCarthy San Francisco Seattle Mr. Heney Mulkey Heney Bea

Yakima Youth Carl Cox Sets City Plant Record

Carl Cox of Sedro-Wooley praised by L. L. Bolles of First National Bank for turning the town light and water and ice plants profitable. He halved expenses, maintained continuous operation, reduced waste, and provided reliable service with no shutdowns since taking charge. previously the plant used both water and auxiliary steam power. Cox was formerly with Northwest Light and Water of Yakima.

Carl Cox Sedro-Wooley W. E. Cox North Yakima L. L. Bolles First National Bank Cox Piatrons Carl Bolles Northwest Light & Water Company

North Yakima boosters push for new rail line

The 50-00 club of North Yakima campaigns to establish a railroad from Beverly through North Yakima to Portland via Ahtanum and Klickitat pass. Backing from Portland Chamber and local Commercial club is sought, with NP or Milwaukee as possible builders. Distances noted and Portland’s interest described.

Chamber of Commerce Ahtanum Milwaukee Road Beverly North Yakima Klickitat Pass Yacolt Valley Portland Milwaukee Northern Pacific North Coast Railroad Sound Country A. B. Cline

Rail route survey debate divided by railroad ambitions

Discussion centers on a Vancouver to Yakima survey with parts already served by Northern Pacific to Vancouver and the Yakima valley. The 50,000 club and Portland men favor a main line, preferably Milwaukee, or any major system as a subordinate route. Independent operation is deemed infeasible.

Couver and Yakima Northern Pacific Vancouver Yacob Valley Portland Milwaukee

Skeleton of Pioneer Killed in Violent Death Found

Winona Washington July 2 coroner Bruning uncovered a buried skeleton believed to be of a man who died violently. The skull shows possible fracture with no bullet holes. Grave also yielded a shoe portion belt knife and a merchant pipe as investigators search among pioneer residents for clues.

Winona Wash Bruning

Telephone service expansion plans for Cowiche area

Anson White, president and manager of Teleeplone, reports growing demand as patrons increase daily. The Cowiche Telephone company seeks a franchise extension confined to the Cowiche valley and area west of the city toward the valley. Further expansion may follow with Tieton cultivation growth. White says he must request a county extension to reach new applicants.

Cowiche

Foley’s Orine Laxative Ad Promotes Stomach and Liver Health

An advertisement from North Yakima Drug Store by A. D. Sloan promotes Foley's Orine Laxative for stomach liver trouble and habitual constipation. It claims the product sweetens breath, stimulates the liver, regulates bowels, and is superior to ordinary laxatives, urging readers to try Foley's Urine Laxative today.

Foley North Yakima A. D. Sloan

Masonic Temple replica exhibition shown on Yakima avenue

An exhibition in the window on Yakima Avenue shows a proposed Masonic Temple hall a replica of Solomon's Temple. Yakima Masons plan a grand, highly detailed hall to be built in the coming months mirroring classic architecture and magnitude. Also mentions Bees Laxative Cough Syrup sold by West Side Druggist.

Yakima Avenue First National Bank Masonic Temple Masons Philadelphia Yakima W. Camp West Side

Yakima County Booth Draws Big Fair Crowd

Richard Winsor Jr reports at the Seattle fair about 390000 visitors to the Yakima county exhibit in 30 days. He suggests adding a county Barker or volunteer lecturers to engage guests at the Yakima booth. A man and woman from the east toured the Agricultural building and visited the Yakima display.

Yakima County Richard Winsor, Jr North Yakima Seattle Haasze Winsor Wright Yakima

Expert Praises Yakima Apples at County Exhibit

Mr Winsor praised Yakima county for its display at the fair calling it one of the very best in the United States. He noted Spitzenberg apples from Yakima and Klickitat as the finest he has seen and predicted Yakima valley will be the greatest apple bearing region. He urged the community to mobilize thousands of visitors and badges for Yakima valley day.

W. L. Wright United States Winsor Yakima County Wenatchee Yakima Valley Seattle Yakima

Three Utah Miners Die in Powder Explosion

At Toplitz Utah a blast in an 85 foot tunnel killed Pat Campbell P B Stowman and Matt Regan and seriously hurt six others. Seven hundred fifty kegs of black powder exploded when a lightning struck wires completing a circuit. The men had just tamped the charge when the storm caused the fatal chain reaction.

Salt Lake Toplitz Utah Pat Campbell P. B. Stowman Matt Regan

ManZan Promoted To Treat Piles In 19th Century Ad

An advertisement touts ManZan as suitable for all piles causing inflammation and poor circulation. It claims the medicine reduces piles and heals affected parts and notes easy application via a patented nozzle tube. Sold by C. W. Camp, West Side Druggist.

C. W. Camp West Side

Annexation drive aims to expand North Yakima city limits

The 50,000 club pushes an annexation movement to prevent North Yakima from being recorded as a city of fewer than 4 000 in the next federal census. Officials may urge extending city bounds to include suburbs and ensure new additions join the city, preserving a proper population record for capital and other matters.

North Yakima

Ring's Little Liver Pills Sold by West Side Druggist

Small pleasant and easy to take liver pills sold by Co. W. Camp on the West Side. The note describes the product and point of sale in a concise advertising line.

Ring Co. W. Camp West Side

Balloon Explodes in Park Killing Aeronaut and Bystander

In Redding California on July 3 thousands watched as the dirigible America exploded at a recreation park. Captain James Moor the aeronaut and Milton Mygatt an 80 year old bystander were fatally injured. Spectators were knocked down and injured as the crowd fled the scene. The balloon tore when the propeller snagged the bag, releasing gas which ignited from a spark.

Redding Cal America James Moor Milton Mygatt Moore Mygatt

Blood feuds in Kentucky's Bloody Breathitt region erneut

Jackson Kentucky reports a long running feud following Ed Callahan's shooting. Prominent figures including Uncle Bill Strong, Jim Cockrill, and Judge Hargis are linked to a cycle of vengeance with murders and assassinations. Locals describe a culture where law yields to revenge and many residents live in stark poverty amid rampant moonshine.

Jackson Ed. Cullahan Jas Hargis Breathitt County Callahan Bill Strong Jim Cockrill Abner Jared Uriah Ezekiel Marcum

Rural Kentucky tale of crime and defiance

The account paints a harsh portrait of Appalachian Kentucky with stark lines on labor, guns, and law. It names the Hargis clan as jailed figures, Ed Callahan wounded, and Dr. Cox killed in a cold blood shooting amid a landscape of timber lands and scant farms.

Jim Hargis Curtis Jett Tom White Hargis Callahan Jackson John Smith Mountaineer Smith B. D. Cox Ed Callahan Dr. Cox Elbert Hargis Doc

Alarming Rise in Kidney Disease Deaths Prompts Remedy Advice

Statistics show deaths from Brights Disease and Diabetes more than doubled in ten years. Many cases stem from ignoring early kidney trouble symptoms that Foley's Kidney Remedy could have cured. Take Foley's now to strengthen kidneys and bladder, North Yakima Drug Store, A D Sloan, Prop.

Bright Foley North Yakima A. D. Sloan

Northern Pacific station plans filed for North Yakima

E. J. Rounds and M. J. Hursen, contractors for the new Northern Pacific station in North Yakima, submitted plans that have been received by agent Hill and are pleasing to officials as work begins.

Northern Pacific E. J. Rounds M. J. Hursen North Yakima

Plans for Northern Pacific station building outlined

County Auditor Crocker approves a $25 000 bond for faithful performance of the contract with American Surety of New York guaranteeing the work. Plans received by Northern Pacific Agent Hill describe a two story central portion with arched roof bays and a long glazed brick dado interior, express offices, waiting rooms, restrooms, a smoking room, and a baggage area with terrazzo floors. The station will measure 232 by 50 feet and include extensive shade over walks and direct access to street and platform.

Crocker American Surety Company of New York Northern Pacific Hill

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Poe Yakima Youth Sedro-Woolley Boosters Cowiche Company R. Winsor Jr Kentucky Fotid Bill” Strong Ben Hargis Tom Cockril D. Cox Cockrill Asbury Spicer John Abner Jas. Cockrill Tom Curtis Jet Johan Abner Jas. B. Marcum Hargis’ Ene Court House North Second ST Washington Lauderdale & Coo First St Avenue Cascade Lumber Co G. T. Aumiller City Drayman Wavating and Contracting Rock and Sand Furnished Yakima Ave
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