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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1908
Page
4
The Yakima Herald announces George N. TUESLEY as manager and provides postal and publication details including second class status, Wednesday issue schedule, and advertising rate inquiry contact.
In Chicago, Hearst supporters heap praise on William Randolph Hearst while critics warn the press magnate despairs the nation. The piece savages Hearst for yellow journalism, cites crimes, and details how his papers allegedly fuel crime and public scandal. It also sketches Hearst’s inner circle, including Brisbane and Lawrence, and notes party delegates leaning toward Taft. A second essay riffs on industrial progress, praising the power engineer as a driver of democracy and modern energy expansion.
The article notes Mr. Splawn announces his bid for governor, drawing mixed reactions. Supporters predict victory in the primaries and pledge an unprecedented Democratic campaign, while some Democrats advise against the move.
Geo A Sherman of Lisbon Red Mills Lawrence Co New York reports long kidney illness cured after using Foley's Kidney Cure. He describes frequent urination brick dust and slimy matter before treatment and credits four bottles with his recovery. Sold by North Yakima Drug Co and A D Sloan Prop.
Fire from hay in Oregon Transfer stables near Fifth and Hoyt swept the city northward. High winds fed flames to Barr Hotel and surrounding blocks, destroying warehouses, shops, and a six story casket plant. One injured lineman Edward Lerone. no deaths. Estimated damage $225,000. Firefighters held the blaze within brick walls.
A. A. Heron of Finch Arkansas says Foley's Honey and Tar is the best remedy for coughs colds and lung trouble and claims it cured consumption in early stages. Sold by North Yakima Drug Co. and A. D. Sloan, Prop.
Norman Mack of New York was elected chairman of the national Democratic committee at Chicago on July 25 after a bitter seven hour conference with Bryan and Kern. John S. Martin was re elected sergeant at arms and Urey Woodson was re elected secretary with L. B. Hall of Nebraska as vice chairman. Governor Haskell of Oklahoma became treasurer amid a contest that saw Murphy of Tammany Hall and W. J. Conners yield to Bryan’s wishes.
Police arrest B Nahome a Syrian on stealing a purse containing 36.10 from Hotel Vendome bathroom. A carnival worker who aided the case tracked the thief, found the money in his shoe, and Nahome confessed. The carnival company plans to drop prosecution as the woman will not press charges, leaving other evidence likely to release him.
A Seattle area advertisement promotes Doctor F. M. Van Snyders of the Zediker Institute as an electricity expert for treating diseases. It claims his facility near Ditter Bros. offers free consultations and showcases advanced apparatus with described therapeutic powers.
George Moline of R P Ober forecasts a peach crop 50 percent larger than last year with North Yakima handling about 450 cars and daily output rising from 25 to 40 cars. J L Hughes backs the outlook noting a later season start and initial strong prices due to a small Early Crawford crop.
A farmer notes fruit quality will be excellent this year and predicts a larger peach crop than in last year based on widespread field checks and numerous inquiries.
Charles Dodge reports on grape culture in the Yakima valley with tips from judge Landis. Trellising is discouraged, vines can bear in two years, and selective thinning boosts fruit quality. The writer promotes expanding grape plantings to attract buyers, ship more efficiently, and turn surplus into raisins or wine.
Abraham Lincoln is praised as having attained the highest honor in the United States. Ballard’s Horehound Syrup is advertised as a universal cure for coughs colds bronchitis influenza and all pulmonary diseases sold by D H Fry in the locality.
The Fruitvale Improvement club met at the Fruitvale school house Monday night with about a score of ranchers present. W L Wright was elected president and W H Shea Jr secretary and treasurer. a five member committee including Peck King Johnston and Shea was named to push road and lighting projects and an A Y P exhibit.
Paid notices announce Miss K L Brown of Granger Washington as a Republican candidate for Yakima County superintendent of schools. J M Brown declares candidacy on the Republican ticket for Yakima County clerk subject to the September primary voters.
A set of notices announces Augie Lancaster for Sheriff and E M Douglass for County Superintendent on the Republican ticket, detailing credentials and years in Yakima schools and on the board of education.
The Yakima Valley Transportation company moves to start work at once on extending its fair grounds with roadway tracks. Contractor McKiver will supervise excavating work as preparations proceed.
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