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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1907
Page
5
St Paul banker H Dikmae, known for labor views, praised North Yakima during a Friday visit. He noted last year’s Yakima stay, expressed satisfaction with real estate gains, and hinted at possible investment here before heading to Seattle. He formerly served in Minnesota’s House.
Twenty century lumber men offer finishing for houses with cheerful estimates. Builders urged to bid for their business. Phone 2101. Corner of B and R.R. tracks.
Mrs. Hugh Sinclair and Mrs. Dan iel Sinclair entertained at the home of Mrs. D. Sinclair friday afternoon in honor of Mrs. Yeates of California and Mrs. Janeck of Everett. Readings were given by Mrs. Nagler, Miss Wright and Mrs. W. L. Wright. Refreshments were served around five o clock and guests joined in singing Auld Lang Syne.
Professor Elliott of Washington State College at Pullman proposes a network of demonstration farms across North Yakima and other regions. The plan calls for 80 acres per site with modern buildings and a traveling eastern manager to guide diversified farming. Each farm would focus on local crops, dairying, irrigation, hogs, and truck gardening near Spokane Seattle and Tacoma, with several sites tied to education and experiment stations.
Officials uncover an alleged matter involving imported women described as dainty Japanese maidens. Details remain limited as authorities investigate potential trafficking or illegitimate import activity.
Port Townsend May 18 The outbreak of smallpox on the steamship Dania from the Orient exposed a smuggling scheme. Six large boxes hidden in freight contained Japanese maidens believed to be consigned to K. Sesooki alias Taki Kaisero, alleged to be the procurer deported from San Francisco two years ago.
Miss Townsend relocates her art studio from the business college block to a newly furnished suite at 101 North Third Street. She introduces a fine leila for firing hand-painted china to enhance the studio's offerings.
The law firm Wende Taylor Delle moves into the Miller building with magnificent quarters after attorney Delle joined from Wende & Taylor, who previously occupied offices in the First National Bank building.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for women's ailments caused by overwork and fatigue. It cites testimonials from Miss Gertrude Myrcnell and claims half a million cures in forty years, noting roots such as Lady's Slipper and Black Cohosh and recommending Pellets to cleanse the system.
Boise May 18 Prosecuting Attorney Koelsch completed an inquiry into the Orchard interviews and exonerated all involved of improper motives The report says the interviews were purely for news and finds no contempt by reporters or officials The case against Heywood jurors progresses with unused challenges and a trimmed venire as the jury pool shifts with age and expectations
In Seattle Tacoma won 1 to 0 over Seattle at Seattle Stadium. In San Francisco Oakland beat Los Angeles 3 to 1 at Candlestick Park.
Mr and Mrs John Walters of Yakima urge Governor Toole to pardon Mrs Minne Walters in Gallatin county Mont forgery case. They ask release for the eight year old daughter Ella before she grows to understand her mother is in prison while John Walters Jr remains jailed.
North Yakima, represented by John Motley at Seattle in the oratorical contest, went missing in securing a place. First prize went to G. J. Kasia, a Seattle high school student of Japanese descent. Chester Maxey of Ellensburg, speaking in North Yakima during the quadrangular contest, earned fourth place.
Attorney Englehart of the Northern Pacific has filed a bill of exceptions in the superior court challenging Judge Rigg findings in the condemna tion suits. Attorney Snively also filed a bill of exceptions. The cases may be appealed to the supreme court by the Northern Pacific.
Harry E. Morrison and Miss Edna C. Brown of this city were united in marriage Saturday evening at 7:30 oclock by Justice of the Peace Tag gard in his office. The ceremony was witnessed by the relatives and a few friends of the contracting parties.
Ann Arbor May 18 Michigan defeats Ohio 104 1 3 to 57 2 3 in a dual track meet led by standout performances from Michigan athletes and strong team scoring throughout the events.
Alfonso Pio Eduardo Francisco Guillermo Carlos Enrique Fernando Antonio was christened at noon in the royal palace chapel in Madrid. The ceremony was attended by the royal family, state and court officials, foreign diplomats, and various grandees. Representatives included Cardinal Rinaldini for the pope and princes from Britain, Germany, Austria, and Portugal.
Keith W. Dunlop of this city is among 21 who passed examinations for admission to the bar and were sworn in before the supreme court Friday. He has studied law in the offices of Fred Parker and will likely locate in this city.
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