Northwest fruit crop to set new records in Washington
State horticultural commissioner Huntley reports Washington fruit output will top any previous year with about 15 million dollars in revenue and nearly 15,000 carloads of apples peaches pears and apricots destined for eastern markets. Enormous apple crop across Yakima Wenatchee Spokane and Columbia River districts. Wheat crop also expected to exceed prior records as railways add box cars to handle movement.
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Idaho
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Frederick A. Huntley
Savage-Scofield
Tacoma Ledger
Huntley
Puget Sound
Hurley
Yakima Valley
Wenatchee
Spokane
Palouse
Walla Walla
Columbia River District
Northwest
Canada
Northwest Fruit Exchange
Europe
State of Washington
Camas Prarie
Big Bend
Cascade Mountains
Local Resident Praises Foley Kidney Pills After Relief
H. McGowan of 1218 W. 2nd St Little Rock Arkansas reports severe back pains and irregular kidney action. After taking Foley Kidney Pills for a few days the pain eased and kidneys returned to normal. For sale by North Yakima Drug Store.
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H. McGowan
W. 2Nd St
Little Rock
Ark
North
Wm. L. Cook
Bee Hive
Neihart
Mont
Belt
Montana
Foley
Origin of Colors in Yellowstone Park Explored
The Geological History of Yellowstone National Park explains how algae and mineral pigments create the park's vivid hues. Algae bloom in geyser basins above 140 degrees, while the Grand Canyon colors arise mainly from minerals in ancient lavas. The book, illustrated and nontechnical, details geologic forces shaping Yellowstone's famed features.
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Yellowstone National Park
Department of the Interior
Mammoth Hot Springs
Yellowstone Park
Grand Canyon
Yellowstone
Canyon
Park
Open faced watch prompts claim in car crash case
The defendant’s attorney questions the plaintiff on the stand about a watch he carried in his vest pocket during the crash. The plaintiff explains the car was so fast the crystal remained unbroken, contradicting the claim that the wheel passed over his stomach.
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Harper’s Weekly
Pigeons blamed for pheasant fights and crop damage
The article argues pigeons and chickens cause most crop damage blamed on pheasants west of the city. It notes pheasants are insectivorous, eating over 180 insect species and pests like Colorado potato beetle and wireworms, while winter foraging and weed seed consumption also aid farmers.
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New York State
Rogers
State Department
Oregon Walkaway At Conference Meet
The University of Oregon dominated the first annual Pacific Northwest college conference track meet in Portland on June 1. Oregon scored 57 points to lead Washington, Whitman, and others. McClure of Oregon won the two mile in a close finish over Barrett of Whitman. Gardiner of Yale set a world pole vault record later in the day.
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University of Oregon
University of Washington
Whitman
Oregon Agricultural
Washington State
University of Idaho
Oregon
Baker
Courtney
Shaker
McClure
Barrett
Williams
Oregon Agricultural and
University
Bellah
Multnomah
Gardiner
Yale
Philadelphia
City Taxpayers Organized in North Yakima Branch
North Yakima branch of the independent Taxpayers' league elected officers at a meeting in Superior Court Room No 1. Congdon became president with H D Winchester as vice president Reuben Schwartz secretary and C E Udell treasurer. About 150 men attended from the city and nearby areas. L C Meigs chaired the meeting and Reuben Schwartz served as secretary. Speakers included S J Harrison Seattle C E Udell Duncan Dunn Wapato Reuben Schwartz K B Milroy J C Steenson B F Barge Dr J Lynch Thomas Wilson Robert Scott G N Remington Selah and others. The officers will also represent the local group at the county convention soon.
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Robert Scott
G. N. Remington
Selah
Lindbergh Announces Senate Candidacy in Minnesota
Congressman Charles A. Lindbergh, serving his third term, declares candidacy for the United States Senate to succeed Senator Knute Nelson, whose term ends March 3, 1913. He is noted for pushing radical legislation in Congress.
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Little Fouus
Charles A. Lindbergh
National House of ‘Representatives
United States Senate
Knute Nelson
Lindbergh
Congress
Not an Idle Man in City of Detroit
John E B Smith of the Northern Express reports Detroit’s vitality tied to auto factories supporting over 150000 residents. He notes few idle workers, bustling streets, and strong auto demand, with horses scarce and future sales uncertain. He also mentions Blossom Festival scenes in Yakima and mixed Republican sentiments toward Taft Roosevelt and Hughes.
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City OF
Detroit
John E. Smith
Northern Express Co
Saw Blossom Festival Pictures
John EB. Smith
Northern Express Company
Mrs. Smith
Michigan City
Mr. Smith
North Yakima
Splawn
Yakima
Pathe
Taft
Roosevelt
Hughes
Speedwell Wins Stock Rack at the Grounds
Speedwell car driven by Doddson and J. YT. Harrah won the five mile stock car race at the grounds in 6:17. Harrah receives the Business Men's cup. Hudson driven by Schneider finished second in 6:36 with other races likely to be run this week for remaining cups.
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Speedwell
J. YT
Harrah
Doddson
Hudson
Schneider
Vinel Tonic Promises Life Prolongation For Seniors
An advertisement claims Vincl cod liver and iron tonic without oil can slow aging by improving appetite digestion and blood quality. It offers money back if it fails to help and targets elderly customers in North Yakima Washington with a druggist endorsement by Vreil L Janeeck.
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Vreil L. Janeeck
Drugelst
North Yakima
Wash
Great Northern Passenger Wreck at Anacortes
The day coach of the Great Northern passenger train between Burlington and Anacortes left the rails one mile east of Anacortes at night causing 16 injuries none fatal. The coach flipped over and passengers escaped through windows. Injured include George F. Strong P. M. Hoover Mrs A B Turner P A Peterson Mrs W A Westbrook Mrs W A Smith James Fuller Dunseth Newell Hunt Mrs Aulenbacher Andrew Schwartz Charles Atherton Rev W M Jennings Miss May Jackson Fol back.
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Great Northern
Burlington
George F. Strong
P. M. Hoover
Seattle
A. B. Turner
Mount Vernon
P. A. Peterson
Vancouver
B. C
W. A. Westbrook
Portland
W. A. Smith
James Fuller
F. Dunseth
W. Newell
Miller Confesses to Double Murder in Montana
Shuttle June 1 Joseph Miller admits killing Mrs. Eric Lassen with a hammer after a money dispute and then shooting George Felton to prove fearlessness He reportedly planned suicide after Felton’s death and may face formal murder charges Monday The account includes his four confessions and motive details from the district attorney.
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Joseph Miller
Eric Lagsen
George Felton
Miller
Lassen
Pelton
Felton
Oregon Wool Market Active Amid Rising Prices
The Oregon wool market shows strong activity with east of the Cascades paying 14 to 16 cents, some clips at 18, and valley wool at 18 to 19 cents. Buyers report confidence as activity exceeds parity with the east, amid signs of speculation and a favorable outlook for future sales. Boston market last week moved 3,000,000 pounds with prices from 21 to 21.5 cents for fine staple and 18 cents for fine clothing, amid a busy mills season and new clip optimism.
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Portland
Oregon
The
Cascades
Valley
Boston
Montana
Confederate Drum Beloved by Veterans Seeks Return
A Civil and Spanish War veterans parade in North Yakima honored a drum with a Civil War past. Rev. John T. Roberts, its longtime drummer, lost his own drum after it broke during an accident. The relic drum, found on the Rappahannock banks by C. H. Tuesley, bears history from Confederate to Union use, now serving as a memory of marches, taps, and reunion.
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Yakima
John T. Roberts
George N. Tuesley
Roberts
Rappahannock River
Virginia
C. H. Tuesley
George II
W. F. Tuesley
Company PD
1St
Maine Heavy Artillery
Mr. Roberts
Washington's High Auto Registration Growth and Outlook
Washington rises to 14th in auto users with Washington City of Destiny supplying nearly half of state auto shipments. Rural districts adopt cars as demand rises for affordable and premium models. road projects and potential highway funding may boost growth. Auto Directories lists 652 454 vehicles in use nationwide with New York leading, California second, and Ohio and Pennsylvania following.
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Amy
Kansas
City of Destiny
Autonobile Directories Company of
New York
New York State
California
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Arizona
Colorado
Hawaiian Islands
Idaho
Nevada
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