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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1900
Page
3
The officer has been enjoying lenient treatment recently as many residents report ongoing hardships to the census man. The tone reflects local concern over law enforcement and civic burdens during tough times.
The Oregonian identifies John L. Wilson as the gentleman at large who leveraged political influence to obtain control of a newspaper. He allegedly used the paper to restore his political clout.
The Republic credits Yakima Jones with the notice that stockmen face no charge for grazing permits. This is incorrect. The department lacks authority to tax stockmen for this privilege without congressional action.
The Ellensburg Capital argues that the finest fleece is being clipped this year to push for McKinley among sheep men of Kittitas. It warns civil authorities would need to consider his case if he bears direct responsibility, calling the premise a common GOP tactic.
The Seattle Daily Times issued a handsome 184 page souvenir volume titled Seattle and the Orient. It is richly illustrated with half tone cuts and describes the city tributary country shipping manufacturing and other industries in an embossed black and gold cover. It is noted as the most comprehensive and costly publication of its kind on the coast.
Editor proposes testing immigrant men for citizenship by military training in new possessions to weed out those unlikely to make good soldiers or citizens. The plan aims to curb immigration and instill discipline among 809000 arrivals over eleven months.
The essay warns the partitioning of China is imminent as commerce enlarges its reach. It predicts a future where imperial walls fade under greed and military force, naming Russia and Germany as likely beneficiaries while Boxer uprisings reshape diplomacy. The United States pledges noninterference beyond protecting citizens.
A department of agriculture whet bulletin notes Europe supplies 50 percent of world wheat while North America contributes 26 percent, yet Europe remains a steady buyer. It discusses price swings driven by supply and demand and cites how U S and Russia hold the export surplus. It also mentions related local notices and business maneuvers in Yakima.
The article notes that farm mortgages were lifted that year and two subsequent harvests in South America and Australia produced heavy yields. Surplus exports to Europe pushed prices down, with a recent speculative uptick masking no clear trend.
Rumor says Prosser Falls irrigation system may transfer to Washington Irrigation Co and that Ankeny would be paid in stock. George Donald rejects the idea and doubts any consolidation. Dr. Gunn heads to Seattle for the state silver Republicans convention. Vestal Snyder to attend the National Convention in Kansas City on July 4 and visit Nebraska later.
A columnist touts Newbro's Herpicide as the sole product that kills the germ causing dandruff. It argues hair becomes thin and brittle from dandruff and asserts permanent cure comes by destroying the germ, with hair regrowth following.
A list of names and a notice from postmaster Sperry asking about letters with the advertised list. Advertisements include products from Coffin Bros and Yakima Hardware Co, a laughing plant fact, a buckskin dust sack found, and medical notices from Dr Owens Adair on women and children's diseases. One Minute Cough Cure advertised as preventing consumption with endorsements.
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