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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1911
Page
4
A long argument against the commission form claims a recall loophole could let a political machine run a city. It notes six months before recall, a top vote getter avoids removal, risking three years of control and public funds. The piece laments delay and pettifoggery but urges reform-minded accountability.
A spoof from the North Yakima Journal lampoons congressional hearings on reciprocity with a MetCumber speech excerpt. It contrasts hotel and dining costs in New York with humble farmer prices, parodying expense accounts and calling out perceived price inequalities.
A plea urging readers to buy locally in North Yakima, arguing that spending at home strengthens the community rather than sending funds to distant mail order houses. The piece stresses fair dealings with local merchants and patriotism in keeping dollars in the local economy.
In Better Fruit editor HH cites caution on central selling agency plans noting meetings could foster harmony among fruit growers. Yakima Republic counters that organizing three states lacks district roots, urging a Yakima only association to unite growers and present a solid front to suppliers and buyers.
The Republic editorial argues against a central Northwest selling agency, contending no district is fully organized and warning about monopoly risks. It cites Hood River Apple Growers Union’s high membership and recalls successful past co operatives, noting Hood River’s strong market position and potential rivalry concerns.
The Grand Rapids idea envisions direct government with a non-partisan mayor as general manager and four department heads—Public Health, Finance, Public Works, Parks—serving under him. A twelve-member council would handle legislation, separating it from administration to align with an American governmental model.
A long list of guests and locals appears in Yakima's social notes with arrivals at the Commercial and Tieton hotels. Names include J L Barney in Seattle on business, Miss T Vernon from Boise, and Jayne the Spokane irrigation expert. Also noted are visits by R D Herod of Zillah and others, plus remarks on rain and early peach prices in the valley.
A Kansas writer explains culled potatoes can power farm equipment via denatured alcohol. A bushel yields 56 cents, alcohol 70 cents. fermentation uses malt to convert starch to sugar, yielding a yeast mash usable as cattle feed. A plant processing 12,000 pounds daily would cost about $12,000, best near potato regions with rail access.
The text argues that the Grand Rapids charter combines a legislative body with municipal reform elements. It highlights the short ballot, nonpartisan nominations, initiative referendum and recall, franchise limits, and civic center emphasis as features worth study by other cities.
The former Interior Secretary Ballinger states there is no evidence a court would deny patents, but the public verdict for his dismissal from the cabinet is vindicated by evidence of collusion between claimants and interested parties, supporting suspicions of favoritism.
Mayor Ledwich of Brokenbow Nebraska leaves after ten days visiting son Arthur Ledwich of Valley Hardware and brother Joseph Ledwich in Broadway. He owns 10 acres on Broadway and praises Yakima valley as best seen. The report also notes potato crops by Geo P Masterman and Peter Gervais’s Nome expedition with hunting and fishing updates.
Dozens of readers seek relief from back pain and weak kidneys in the ad that touts Dow n's Kidney Pills. Anton Hansen of North Yakima recounts severe lumbago and stiffness, claiming quick improvement after starting the pills and returning to health. Sold by dealers nationwide, 50 cents a bottle, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole U.S. agents. Remember the name Dow n's and take no other.
Dr Phillip Frank will remain in Yakima after a brief vacation and continue health work. He cites his long stake in the valley and notes he was prevented from attending a Medical association as a witness in a county suit. He plans lectures with stereopticon views across the county.
In Argyle Michigan a Mrs Wm H Car son writes that Cardui eased severe head pains and womanly troubles. She says continued use lifted her from a bed of agony and saved her life. The notice urges others to ask their druggist about Cardui.
Pittsburg June 26 August Clondeaux 42 a glass worker from Ford City departs for New York en route to Belgium with his wife and twenty four children. He carries a fortune from the glass trade and recalls a playful baseball score of 24 to 0 as a joke about their departure saying we make a home run.
A traveler asks how Battle Creek earned its martial name and is told it derives from its breakfast cereals, prompting a wry remark. The Chicago Tribune excerpt notes the incongruity between a peaceful town and a warlike nickname.
A preacher calls for husbands with troubles to rise during a revival meeting. All men stand except one man in a chair near the door who explains he is paralyzed, prompting the quip that he is “one in a million” as others stare in suspense.
Zillah Free Press reports promoters of the Dranch line from Zillah to Sunnyside have secured promises of the needed right of way and will offer the strip of island to the Harri man railroad. The route taps higher freight country than the W. R. N. and Northern Pacific, with some assurance of construction if the right of way is secured.
After a month of dirty ditch water the health department announced on Monday that the city reservoir and mains have been thoroughly flushed and the water is now suitable for domestic use. The newspaper notes the long stretch of ditch water and voices relief that the situation is resolved.
The article notes sharp transformation of a Yakima valley reservation. It states land under cultivation rose from near waste to about 30,000 acres today producing quality comparable to the best of the Yakima valley and the West.
The library board completed arrangements for the public library opening next Thursday evening June 24 with a reception for Pasco residents at 10 30 o clock.
Forty seven claimants in the Christopher-Simmonds-Letcher coal group on the Bering river field have been cited to show cause within thirty days why their claims should not be canceled. The charges allege they did not locate for their own use but colluded with Christopher Simmonds and Sweeney to gain interests. All claimants are Seattle residents.
Charles Carpenter vice president of the First National Bank was crossing Yakima avenue between Second and Third streets when a messenger boy on a bicycle struck him. Carpenter was knocked down and cut above the left eye requiring stitches. He was unconscious briefly but resting easily late last night. The collision occurred around 7 pm as Carpenter crossed from in front of Wineman's Shoe Store. the cyclist did not see him in time to avoid impact.
Miss Howell recalls a gentleman she met at the reception who praised her singing and said he would give anything to have her voice. Miss Knox notes he is an auctioneer in Chicago News style.
An out of town wedding of interest to a host of North Yakima friends took place Monday June 12 in the marriage of Miss Ethel Bradshaw and Mrs. George McLeod. The service was quietly solemnized at the home of Rev. Francis Perry in Vancouver B C.
A small Saturday evening party hosted by Miss Florence Beardsley at her Pleasant avenue residence entertained guest Miss Ethel Lewis from Olympia Washington. Music and conversation followed by a dainty luncheon prepared by Beardsley and her mother Mrs O Y Beardsley.
Latta and Carlson announce the marriage of their daughter Miss Smith to Edward Carlson. The ceremony took place Thursday June 24 in Crookston Minnesota. The bride taught at Capitol Hill Public School North Yakima and many local friends extend best wishes. They will reside at 239 Houston Avenue Crookston after the July 15 date.
Society leaders and St. Agnes guild prepare for a three act comedy Aunt Mageay's Will at St Michael's parish house. The event features patrons Mrs J B Forman Mrs FE Treat and Mrs Alfred Lockwood with a large guild of girls assisting in dining and fundraising for the guild fund.
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