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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1903
Page
11
The column invites readers to submit practical or theoretical articles on music to E A Thompson at 15 North Second Street, arguing home music education adds value. It contrasts immediate cash purchase with installments and likens piano selection to choosing a friend, stressing tone and construction as essential.
Prof. E. F. Barge was re-elected school director last Saturday defeating E. E. Kelso by 16 votes with 210 ballots cast. Barge received 113 votes to Kelso's 97 as Kelso's supporters only late in the process.
Prosser Establishment adds nursery operation as community grows. Mr. Nessly and assistants have spent the past month preparing stock and facilities and now have things ready for business.
The hardy stock remains in fine condition though some delicate plants were harmed by late frosts. Several agents are now in the field and it is hoped they will meet with good success.
May 11 telegram from Manager Fournier in Seattle reports a great reception for Our New Minister at the Grand Opera House. The press calls the traveling play one of the finest, noting the company’s phenomenal Westward success and announcing an early Seattle date.
Bell defeated George Stacy to win the Yakima Gun Club trophy after a 25 to 3 shoot. A Sunday crowd watched local shooters break clay pigeons as Bell and Stacy produced a close contest and scores from several club members. The team’s steady practice has drawn a crowd of skilled shooters and hints at challenging nearby clubs.
A reception last Friday celebrated Dr. Alfred W. Burns at the Burns home on north Third street. The unmarried Yakima circle attended, with decor, music, and a spring menu. The event highlighted local social prominence and refined entertaining.
Travel agents announce round trip rail and steamship tickets from Los Angeles to destinations via Portland and Sunset route or O R N steamer line with final limit July 15. Dates for sale include May 7 through May 16 with varying routes and prices 44 85 to 47 15.
J A Gulledge of Verbena Alabama suffered a severe case of piles with 24 tumors. Doctors failed and Bucksen’s Arnica Salve quickly arrested pain and purportedly cured him. It conquers aches and kills pain. 25 cents at all druggists.
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