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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1907
Page
9
The weekly issue notes advertising rates on application and subscription pricing. It lists one year for 1 and smaller terms with a date of Wednesday May 13 1907.
About half a million fruit trees are set annually in the Yakima valley says J. M. Perry of North Yakima. He heads two firms, J. M. Perry & Co. and the Perry Commission of Tacoma. Perry notes rising land values drive farmers from alfalfa to fruit with no frost damage and prospect of large crops. Farmers reportedly earned good prices, potatoes scarce, apple storage nearly exhausted.
The Polk Directory project lists 6900 names and projects a North Yakima population of 17000 to 25000 by 1910. The city is described as rapidly expanding, already outgrowing its old image and approaching a 25,000 resident milestone.
The piece argues city workers balked at sprinkling, leaving streets dusty and winds creating an unpleasant stir. It suggests women on the city council would push sprinkling and that this is the practical remedy to improve conditions.
The piece argues a public park will become essential as North Yakima grows. It envisions a Sunday retreat for workers and a recreation space for children, noting current parking locations and future congestion.
State editors urge railway companies to install and operate gates at North Yakima grade crossings. A recent fatality and serious injuries prompted calls for safer crossing controls with trained watchmen, arguing that public safety outweighs costs.
Rev. F. E. Higgins known as the original sky pilot arrives in Spokane after campaigns in Minnesota and Wisconsin. With Fred W. Davis and L. C. Michaels he plans a flying wedge effort into Washington and Idaho forests, visiting camps, preaching, aiding the sick, and supplying reading matter to loggers and choppers. The synod of Washington backs the drive with Presbyterian support, and the campaign will extend into Oregon and Montana as Washington and Idaho begin.
Chief Hauser plans a meeting with the local volunteer fire department to discuss a possible participation in a hose cart race with the Ellensburg volunteers for the Fourth of July sports. If accepted he will assist in arranging and supporting the effort.
The article notes scores from a Sunday range meet on May 12 with W A Berg 200 yards 41 and skirmish 80, F C Voris 500 yards 41, W A Mundell 500 yards 44, Jacobson 600 yards res, Captain J M Curry 1000 yards 37. Jacobson excelled at 600 yards though winds disrupted shooting. Mundell and Berg posted strong marks among new shooters.
The W. C. T. U. met Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. James Barnes's home on North Seventh Street. Several important matters were disposed of. The discussion topic was Who Is to Blame, with papers on Who Shall Answer How Far Is Uncle Sam Responsible and the Crimson Ballot read. The society will meet with Mrs. C. H. Hoffman at 209 South Naches on May 28.
Farmers in eastern Washington are urged to plant more corn for silage this year. The crop proves profitable for dairying and can be grown on summer fallow with light expense, improving soil conditions. The Boston Store plans a library benefit sale.
Labor Day four at the Marsh and Moore stores marks a consolidation as workmen finish the new store. The sale boasts phenomenal bargains and runs until the Moore Store closes for good, emphasizing quality and customer satisfaction.
Lot 1 features Sadler Bros and the Famous Brandgee by Kincaid and Wood in new gray fashions. Original values 50 52 and 35 dollars. Removal sale price set at 24 dollars.
A local ad offers 100 wool suits in two button single breasted and double breasted styles in multiple button options. Prices regular $22.50 to $25 are cut to $13.00 for a quick removal sale.
The notice states entries close at 9 p.m. on Wednesday May 15 and promises publication of many letters though some cannot be printed due to personal remarks. It highlights that many responses come from valley leaders and reflect considerable thought.
A removal sale lists 96 wool suits in good colors suitable for outdoor work or driving. Originally priced at 12.00 to 20.00, buyers now get reduced rates on all styles.
A sale item offers 66 wool suits in two and three piece styles. Priced from 10 to 18 dollars, with values listed as 10 12 15 and up to 18 dollars.
About 1000 hats in every kind and style offered at Labor Day sale. Reg prices from 50 cents to 2 dollars with Labor Day discounts of 10 to 50 cents, covering a broad selection for customers.
In under thirty days Natches City at the Yakima Valley railroad terminus will operate a water system with 80 feet gravity pressure. The town, four months old, has grown to a 300 population village and needs water for commerce and fire protection. A reservoir is built and a supply secured from a high line ditch above town. Mains are being laid with connections, plant to be in operation next month.
Mrs. E. E. Hench of Palouse is registered as a delegate at the Sunday school convention, with lodging noted at the Pacific. The report highlights her role and travel arrangement for the event.
In San Francisco on May 14 the Geary street railroad directors refused to operate the line or surrender it to the city, leaving it to the city to initiate any action. Also reports retirements and a library benefit sale are noted in brief items.
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