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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1908
Page
7
The Northern Pacific eastbound mail train No 4 reportedly cut a funeral procession in two as it passed at 2 45 pm. The funeral director complained the train should halt for the entire procession and warned of consequences if drivers persist.
The Commercial Club hosted an informal smoker with nearly all local real estate firms represented. Prominent speakers urged unity to remove obstacles to Yakima valley property buyers and plans for a mutual benefit association were announced for the following Monday. A musical program and refreshments concluded the gathering.
J F Moore, formerly of Minnesota, takes over the Nagler cigar factory and shop at 5 East Yakima Avenue. The new business will operate as Moore Bros with a brother joining later in the summer. Nagler, who arrived in 1888, exits to devote time to music teaching, planning to rent space and instruct in string reed and brass instruments.
The article recounts the first recorded case of a cop sprouting wings, noting Patrolman Perry becoming a fledgling of the Eagles. The piece hints at a broader idea of a police officer wearing wings and joining feathered beings.
Local tale recalls Patrolman Perry as the lone original goat rider who stunned Mat Staudacher with a single blow and left the Eagles’ ball looking like 14 ambulances before the rite. The Eagles celebrate his new status while others in the group grumble.
Sheriff Edwards brought Mahl alias Tom Basket back from Portland after his alleged theft spree. Blackman claimed he was robbed by two men and rushed the station to report the incident. A sergeant noted the suspect resembled a wanted man from North Yakima as Mahl denied the charges and tried to flee.
Edmund H. Westlake of Cleveland sues Standard Oil, John D. Rockefeller and directors for 10000 claiming an accident ruined his fiancee, impaired hearing, and speech leading him to cancel his marriage plans. He details the engagement at Superior avenue and East Ninth street and a wagon-seat fall as the cause.
In a 22 year memory, R S Morgan recalls his first attempt to grow vegetables here and failed to supply residents. Deputy Grant notes early sweet potatoes, while C E Lum recalls buying produce in Walla Walla. The dialogue recalls Yakima City’s first paper and a move back to old New Yakima, once barren soil and desert-like conditions.
About 59 real estate men met at the Commercial club to plan a real estate men’s organization. L. O. Janeck chaired, Ed. Van Brandt was elected temporary secretary. Two committees were formed to report in one week as effort begins toward a permanent group.
A Houston reader reports Ballard's Horehound Syrup cured a bad cough after exposure to cold winds. The ad notes the product as pleasant to take and sold by Fry, the druggist, with the date January 31, 1902.
The Tacoma News notes that "Hunky" Shaw will likely move into front line play this year for Pittsburgh. He has a clear chance to show his worth to Barney Dreyfus and seize the regular third base slot, as A M Storke delays report until June 18 and Tommy Sheehan joins Brooklyn. Shaw must seize the opportunity with the Pirates’ utility corps.
Mrs. Julia Ruby, a famed Oregon Indian woman reputed to be the oldest in the United States, died at Rainier aged 111. She belonged to the Tumwheat and Cascade tribes, was mother of fourteen, and remained active until her death. Funeral in Rainier expected to draw longtime settlers.
Mrs J P White of Rushboro Pa says there is no use dying of lung trouble while Dr Kings New Discovery exists It loosens a cough quickly and cures lung disease after hopeless prognosis This remedy for coughs colds la grippe asthma bronchitis hoarseness is sold at C C Case’s drug store in 50c and 1 00 sizes Trial bottle free
List of letters remained uncalled for at the North Yakima post office as of March 7 1908 includes Achapelle Merrie L. Alexander Mrs. Viola Belair Henary Boynton Mr. Lawrence Bye Mr. Christian Brown Mrs Edward Brown Mrs Geo W Cleveland Harry B Carpenter Mr Lee Colby Flora L Christopherson L Dodds Mr Ralph.
A list of individuals with one cent due on each advertised letter. Notices signed by W. L. Lemon, P. M.
The post office at Yakima City closes March 1 1908 with a long list of names seeking letters. Also advertised is Manzan Pile Remedy in collapsible tube for relief of inflammation and itching, price 50 cents, sold by C. W. Camp.
The street and ditch committee of the city council delays settling with the sewer contractors. Dorrington protests completing the work citing as at fault for the washed out sewer during last year's high water. Sewage piles on private ground and liability risk persists until authorities resolve the dispute.
An advertisement touts Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup for liver stimulation and thorough cleansing. It claims to clear pimples and blotches, suit women and children, and avoid gripe or sickness. Sold at North Yakima Drug Store by A. D. Sloan, proprietor.
Sunnyside reports Cline and Young have moved their general store into a new 9800 square foot brick building. The shop features three departments in separate rooms with fittings and furnishings rivaling metropolitan stores. Julia Frances Burroughs married Clifford Hillier at her mother Frances Burroughs home. The couple plans a six week Oregon California trip and will reside in Clarinda after May 1.
North Yakima residents are urged to try Vinol a cod liver oil based tonic marketed by Fred L. Janeck druggist. The letter claims Vinol provides medicinal elements without oil upset and offers money back if it fails to improve health for old people weak women children nursing mothers and after illness. It also cites relief from coughs colds bronchitis and lung issues.
Charles Bilerton of North Yakima will open a hardware business in White Bluffs. He arrived with his brother to help, and a tent on lot 13 block 8 Almond street serves as headquarters while a building is erected to house stock.
Mr M Roy Stuart and family of Walla Walla have settled on the James Stuart place in Moxee after returning to Yakima. Stuart is a former valley resident and Mrs Stuart was Miss Edwards of Woodcock Academy.
A newspaper feature promotes a compound mix with Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Karyon and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla as the finest prescription to relieve backache kidney trouble and urinary difficulties. It claims kidney elimination supports uric acid removal and overall relief with no stomach harm.
Spokane hosts the first national convention of the Farmers Educational and Cooperative Union in early September 1909 with about 2500 delegates from across the states. Washington state plans organize next June with at least 6000 members while the first local chapter has enrolled 5000 since last April and aims to add 1000 to 1500 more before formation.
A. L. Schaefer visits North Yakima seeking a vacant building to open a shoe store. He recently operated in Walla Walla and believes North Yakima is the best location for his venture.
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