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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1911
Page
5
The town approved the commission government with 1111 votes. The piece stresses selecting honest capable leaders for mayor and commissioners and warns against power abuse, urging public interest, vigilance, and high standards to avoid corrupt or self serving officials.
The Wapato Independent critic discusses whether irrigation work should be handed to the Indian department or the reclamation service. The piece notes delays by the reclamation service, argues the Indian department has funds and has drained lands at the reservation, and questions funding paths and efficiency.
The article contrasts Pacific coast life with Atlantic norms, noting young ambitious enterprises, open fronts for initiative, and urban pride in Portland and Oregon. It highlights refined aesthetics, civic interest beyond private homes, and broad street layouts reflecting a new regional spirit.
The Herald questions using the Indian service to secure local jobs and argues for careful planning before spending surplus flesh chasing employment. It urges ensuring there is money to fund progress and avoid chasing unattainable gains in the reservation area.
The Portland Telegram argues that trials like the See case should allow open attendance yet refrain from sensational details. It supports exclusive access for those with urgent motives while condemning voyeurism and public spectacles that degrade morals.
The piece extols Pacific coast vitality as thrifty and blossom filled, noting Portland as a model and New England origins feeding western enterprise. It argues that western cities build on two centuries of eastern civilization, drawing young initiative from the East while nourishing growth and prosperity.
The article contrasts Chicago and New York approaches to drunkards condemning harsh lockups with calls for humane care through hospitals and farms. It then shifts to a vivid Paris travelogue detailing fashion, dining, nightlife, Versailles, and cultural observations by Dr. Owens Adair, with reflections on social mores, service, and grand sights like Napoleon's era relics and the grand palais.
The Herald requests copies of its Weekly Herald for June 15 July 18 November 28 and December 7 1910. Persons possessing any of these dates are asked to contact the Office at once with the issues.
Judge Grady dismisses Frank Riggle versus Oscar Olson in the superior court on motion of the plaintiff. The case is dismissed with prejudice and without costs to either party.
This column invites reader opinions while prohibiting personal attacks. Submissions must include signatures as evidence of good faith, though names may be withheld if requested.
Irving visits with twin heifer calves as he expands blooded stock and imports fancy pigs. I L Jordan reports a new two story warehouse for fruit growers in Ahtanum district with cooperative stockholders. Warren Irwin starts as sales manager for a Chicago piano house while Mrs Verdie Erwin notes hot weather and prostrations. Mrs Bertha Johnson returns to Wallace to manage Nob Hill ranch with sons Dave and Will. Frank J L Veiland resigns as head of North Yakima high school commercial department.
A description outlines a khaki suit for girls featuring a short fitted skirt with a front panel, knee-length pongee knickers, and a loose middy blouse. Tan cloth garters are worn beneath the skirt, with a white flannel collar and silk tie accenting the blouse. The text notes the wearer must prove fit for tramping and climbing excursions and avoid wear or mess.
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