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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1902
Page
5
North Yakima joins others in protesting the Northern Pacific new timecard alleging injustice to Sound region towns. The Great Northern boilermaker strike ends with concessions: 25 percent wage increase over prior scale and reinstatement of all laid off workers.
The Yakima postmaster appointment is confirmed by the Senate and the bond of $12000 has been sent. Hon W. L. Femon is set to assume duties on or before September 1, 1902, despite editorial disputes in Ellensburg Capital. The editor of the Heraup and other papers is urged to verify the town’s post office status.
A persuasive note urges wealthy donors to fund sanitariums over libraries. It argues gifts should feed the body and mind, praising libraries but prioritizing public health facilities for humanity, education, and welfare. The author challenges current philanthropic focus and questions impact.
A defender of free sanitariums argues that a healthy body is needed for a healthy mind and that public libraries pale beside the need for affordable medical care. Wealth gaps force needless suffering, especially among women, unless millionaires fund no cost, no debt medical treatment and a system where care is freely available to all.
The desperado Harry Tracy has eluded Washington and Oregon posses for over a month. Reports say Tracy challenged Gov Mel Bride over a 10000 reward while authorities debate tactics. Despite claims of wounds, Tracy’s will and skill keep him at liberty as pursuers reassess their approach.
The School District No. 7 directors urge all voters and patrons to attend a mass meeting at the Central School on Wednesday July 16 at o'clock p.m. to discuss funding, new buildings, and locating any potential new school. The board seeks tax payer input on the district's financial situation and future plans.
Dr E P Heliker physician and surgeon offers prompt city and country calls with office and residence numbers. Dr Stephenson dentist operates in Janeck block. Ad lists services and pricing. A theft of a dental set is noted with a price of eight dollars.
The Chicago Dry Goods Co offers the entire stock at slashed prices with a 30 day window starting Saturday July 1. Items include skirts, percale, batiste, muslin, sunbonnets, gowns, waists, hose, petticoats, linens and menswear priced well below regular costs.
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