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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1908
Page
6
A letter defends High Chong of a South Second street cafe from bigotry and urges fair treatment of Chinese Americans. The writer argues prejudice harms all and cites history to urge charity, honesty, and curiosity about the business.
John H. Bruff argues for consistent application of equality and generosity, noting Pericles’ Athens despite slavery. He contrasts American self-image with practice, urging virtue, charity, and a square deal, while praising missionaries abroad and the nation’s belief in equal rights and merit over birth.
Mrs A Barr of Houston Texas reports that Ballard’s Horehound Syrup cured a bad cough after exposure to cold winds and singing. The advertisement notes it is pleasant to take and sold by Fry, the druggist, with a date of January 31 1902.
Ranchers of the Ahtanum meet to authorize a committee to act as power of attorney in negotiating a final settlement with the United States government and Indian interests over water rights for irrigation from Ahtanum Creek Yakima County Washington. The document limits the attorneys from settling rights for White settlers and themselves.
The document states that the attorneys shall lawfully do or cause to be done by virtue of these presents and is signed and sealed in witness on February 29 1908.
A near cost paint sale runs for the next 60 days at Scott's Lumber Yard. The ad claims houses painted seven years ago still look well and guarantees the paint will wear as well as any sold here. Act quickly to take advantage of the offer.
Pat Garrett, famed for killing Billy the Kid, was shot and killed by J Wayne Brazle a ranchman near Las Cruces New Mexico over a ranch lease dispute Brazle surrendered and claimed self defense The coroner ruled Garrett died from a pistol shot and the case opened with Brazle in custody
Mrs J P White of Rushboro Pa says Dr King’s New Discovery saved her life from lung trouble. The medicine loosens a cough and cures lung disease after hopeless diagnosis. Sold with guarantee at C C Case’s drug store 50c and 1.00 Trial bottle free.
Harris and Allphin and Thacker and Smith arrange with No. 13 First Avenue North to supply concrete for Toppenish projects. Material built a $30,000 three story hotel and many concrete dwellings. They claim 100 percent boost in appearance and warmth. If accepted, a local plant may be established.
Chicago reports identify Lazarus Averbuch a 22 year old Russian student who lived with his sister at 218 Washburn Avenue as the would be assassin of Chief George M. Shippy. The attack wounded the chief and his son Harry, who aided in stopping the assailant and saving his father's life.
B L Cashman purchases Steiner share dissolving the Washington Automobile Company. Cashman assumes all debts and liabilities prior to this date and all sums due to the partnership are to be paid to him. Dated March 2 1908. B L Cashman Joseph Steiner.
Granger News reports busy activity by North Coast engineers and right of way staff surveying Granger valley. W C Merton and four assistants mapped four center town lines, chief engineer F L Pitman and C E Woods visited, and locals await decisions in Seattle and Spokane. The town looks to a center crossing line, while Granger-Parker plans a local electric line and their own railroad.
An advertisement touts Ballard's Horehound Syrup as a cure for chest pains and coughs. A testimonial from Mrs. J of Galveston, Texas claims rapid relief, with Fry Drug Store selling the product.
The Yakima Valley Transportation company announces construction of branch rail lines along wagon roads to compete with wagon travel. Start after April 1, routing via Yakima City Union Gap Zillah and Granger to tap a fertile valley. Freight and passenger traffic expected to grow as lines extend to North Yakima.
The new electric line will shift a larger portion of business from larger towns to the valley, letting smaller towns carry a fuller staples line and traders stock less while ranchers gain quicker market access. Field engineers will map lines from Granger to Sunnyside Monday, with further construction possible if warranted.
Fifty-three couples enjoyed the Eagles open avenue night with five candidates receiving the first degree. Dancing and refreshments followed as trustees called a March 8 meeting to consider buying lots for a new larger hall. With a monthly net income of 185 and 190 members, plans include a brick and stone structure 140 by 60 feet on two proposed lots.
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