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Yakima Herald

Location

Yakima, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1908

Page

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King County Delegates Split Over Ankeny at Spokane Convention

Seattle delegates tied to McBride and Jones debate at Spokane for GOP control. Ben B. Williams from North Yakima warns King county split could spark a Seattle revolt to block Ankeny. Yakima and western counties join a train of delegates aiming to influence the convention outcome.

King County Spokane Seattle Ben B. Williams Williams North Yakima Spokane Todi McBride Ankeny Jones Ankeny Rim Yakima Sam J. Cameron Alex. McCredy Prof B. F. Barge J. M. Brown McCgraw- Crocker

Y M C A Board Advances Work and Plans for Opening

At a Tuesday YMCA board meeting in the association office, trustees discussed funding delays in past due subscriptions, the appointment of Harry A. Cook as physical director, and the possible hire of Carroll E. Kirk for boys work. A Bible class women’s effort to fund a bedroom, charter memberships, and pool waterproofing were also noted as progress toward a June opening.

Y. M. C. A. Board of Trustees Association Harry A. Cook Springfield Macss Carroll E. Kirk Seattle Association Sound

Portland Secondhand Dealers Attacked In Nearby Crimes

Two secondhand dealers in Portland were assaulted within hours of each other. Weu Wann at 41 North Third Street was beaten with a pipe. Max Hermann at 267 Couch Street was struck with a snakes beam and injured. Police link the crimes to a possibly unbalanced suspect and arrest Charles Wagner on suspicion.

Portland E. Weu- Wann North Third Street Crie Max Hermann Couch Street Hernan Charles W. Wagner Hermann Nathan Wolff E. H. Martin Wolff Wolfff Papa

Epworth League Turns Lecture Series Over to Y M C A

The Epworth League discontinues supervision of the successful two year lecture course and hands it to the Y M C A to continue the entertainments. It hopes the Y M C A will secure the funds and run future courses, likely in the Y M C A auditorium. Plans remain uncertain but similar format expected. A separate note says Tacoma Clearing House association and the chamber of commerce will test recently issued county assessor orders on money credits and mortgages. Thomas A. Mahan of Walla Walla visited the city for two days with Henry Van Buren and Joseph Andrews and departed for Seattle.

Epworth League Tacoma Clearing House Association Chamber of Com Thomas A. Mahan Walla Walla Henry van Buren Joseph Andrews Seattle

Tornado Destruction Reported with Fatalities Across Regions

Local reports confirm multiple deaths and widespread damage after a tornado tore through several communities. Emergency crews coordinate search and rescue while residents assess ruined homes and landmarks. Insurance claims surge as authorities caution rebuilding will take time.

Direct Primary Pledge Debate Sparks Washington Campaign

Washington leaders wrestle with the Direct Primary Law as the Direct Primary League presses for a pledge from legislative candidates. Letters between Christopher W Horr and Levi Ankeny center on section 37 requiring candidates to vow to support the party’s U S senator choice, with bills and ballots detailing the pledge.

Levi Ankeny Direct Primary League Horr Congressman Jones Enacat Ankens State of Washington Christopher W. Horr Washington, D. C The Bailey Building Seattle Wash Washington

Severe storms strike Collese Town and Port Crook area

Severe storms ripped through Collese Town and surrounding areas causing panic among students and residents. A tornado damaged multiple structures, injured many and caused widespread power outages with fatalities reported in the eastern region. Buildings in Port Crook suffered extensive destruction and several businesses were wrecked.

Tigris Ville Getty Wien Torin Port Crook

Traffic wreck causes widespread damage in Nebraska towns

A disastrous late day wreck near Springdale Louisiana Nebraska caused heavy casualties in Louisville Bellevue and Litchfield. Reports list many injured with some fatally and claim Louisville as a major junction of Missouri Pacific and Burlington lines. No names or precise casualty figures yet.

Springofield Neb Louisvile Bellevue Litchfield Louisville Missouri Pacific Burlington Cass County Believe Presbrterian College

Destructive tornadoes strike Louisville area reports

Lincoln reports indicate Louisville was hit by a powerful tornado with the Burlington station wrecked and many business blocks destroyed. Four tornado clouds were seen near Springfield before 5 PM and telegraph lines were down. four deaths feared and damage extended toward Falls City and Nemaha.

Lincoln Louis Ville Burlington Missouri Pacific Sprinefield Missouri River Nemanaha City and Falls City

Political pledge stance on primary law in senate race

A speaker affirms support for the primary law and its spirit while addressing views on legislative candidates pledging themselves under section 37. He states his position is well known and has publicly expressed sympathy with the law's intent and its application to his senate candidacy.

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Sinty-Six North Yakimai Senator Ankeny Tam A Jones U. S Acvass Tey Walse W.L. Steinner Chas Carvenater Pres C.R. Donovan Cash Treat Raynor South First McCormick Wyman Sheldon BOYD Lozal Y. MG. A Gourses Merce Nebraska Congressman Serne Fertiacy League Washinton Congressmm Wester LL. Dones Syitrely Faver Ass Cdedidares Fur Loszisletive Soni Aten Pinidiaings Apis Honess Mrr. Horr Seatsley Levi Ankens Washington, D.C Washington State State of United States Wesley JL. Jones Mr. Jones Collese Stas Dents Col San OG Sever Pevatdtia Wook Meng Cary
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