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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1909
Page
7
A traveling buyer reports Yakima County farmers hold for higher prices as 1000 tons of potatoes are available in the Moxee valley but sales are limited. He raises prices yet buys little, fearing overexcitement. London releases naval budget plans with four new dreadnoughts and potential four more armored ships.
Northern Pacific Railroad and state college scientists demonstrate pruning and spraying methods to orchardists. The session focuses on essential seasonal practices and practical guidance for current year.
Professors advise: avoid overwatering and use thorough cultivation to protect soil. Thatcher urges fertilizer. Thornber cautions peach trees may not be as damaged as thought and pruning should be cautious. Melander recommends downward spraying with high power and coarse spray and proper nozzle choice.
The Northern Pacific and Washington State College led a spring fruit demonstration in North Yakima for about a thousand people. Professors Thatcher Thornber and Melander plus railroad staff explained irrigation pruning and spraying with a power sprayer and exhibit car. The event drew 4000 total listeners in the valley and emphasized downward spraying and careful pruning for young trees.
An old advertisement promotes Rings Little Liver Pills claiming relief from headache constipation and biliousness. It asserts the product cleanses the system and promises no griping. Price is 25 cents and it is sold by C. W. Camp.
Pasadena March 15. Harriman signals a plan for a mutual traffic rate understanding among railroads to the Pacific coast. He favors Congress amending the Interstate Commerce Law to allow stronger roads to aid weaker lines, improving conditions and employment.
Fruitvale apiarist Jesse W. Thornton spoke to agricultural students at the high school about the bee’s role in pollination and fruit production. He noted bees gather pollen to feed larvae and fertilize blossoms, stressing cross pollination for strawberries and apples. Thornton, owner of large apiaries in the county, described orchard work in detail.
City council spends long evening on police troubles and sewer work. Officials approve sub sewers in districts 13 29 and 130 and grant bids for sprinklers and sidewalk repairs. A ward pushes Fruitvale road cooperation. building ordinance timetable unsettled. Bees Laxative Cough Syrup ad ends.
Yamato, a Japanese NP section hand, supposedly inherits property after a relative's death in Japan and is urged to return home to settle it. Interpreters explain the letter, but Yamato fears a decoy. The Japanese colony in the area is investigating as the consul's notice lends credibility.
This promotion touts the first of a double issue at regular price. It promises superb full page plates from thrilling outdoor moments and articles by writers who have Been There. Readers are urged to buy the March number at newsdealers or send 25 cents for mail delivery.
The YMCA bowling alleys schedule listing hours for ladies only Monday after 6 30. Thursday 3 to 4 for ladies. Members night Wednesday and Friday 6 30 to 9 30. Other times the alleys open to the public 12 m to 9 30 except Sundays.
Notice declares the firm Benoit Bros dissolved and a new firm formed as Benoit Bros with F L Benoit and R S Benoit. The new firm will pay all bills and collect all money due to the old firm. F L Benoit R S Benoit.
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