Open Letter to Congressman Jones on Reclamation Policy
Geo. S. Heaton argues for state control of reclamation funds and favors rapid, smaller schemes over federal projects. He cites Oregon Idaho Carey act land, Palouse and Yakima storage, and pumping costs, urging state boards and early storage commitments. An ad for Coffin Bros. clothing sale appears at article end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wapato
W. S. Jones
Post-Intelligencer
Oregon
North Dakota
Hitchcock
California
Idaho
Secretly Hitchcock
Des Chutes
Twin Falls
Washington Irrigation Company
Pasco
Rock Lake
Lake Coeur d'Alene
Yakima
Okanagan
Yakima Valley
Selah
Natchez
Venus
Noble
Prosser
Geo. S. Heaton
Saloons Closed Sunday Affects Cowboys And Citizens
City Marshal Curran enforced a Sunday closing order causing saloons, soda fountains, and ice cream parlors to close. Cowboys rode off to thirst parlors that were shut, while some residents supported the crackdown and others opposed it. The effort follows prior attempts to enforce Sabbath laws with city council backing stricter licensing compliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curran
Yakima Avenue
Third Street
Forsyth
Yakima County Exhibit Sent to Portland for Lewis and Clark Fair
County Superintendent Dickey forwarded a prepared Yakima county schools exhibit to Portland for the Lewis and Clark exposition. The display, though smaller and incomplete, reflects Dickey and teachers’ efforts with large card board sheets showing school buildings directors and student work. The North Yakima section features board members and Superintendent Selleck, with Dickey pictured on the front index card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickey
Yakima County
Portland
Yakima
Board of Education
Selleck
Pasco Express Highlights 1905 Baseball Clash with Yakima
The Pasco Express recalls a May 14, 1905 game in which Yakima defeated Pasco 20 to 6. Neeland pitched effectively for Pasco, fanning nine, while Goins, formerly with Yakima, only struck out six Pasco hitters. The piece mocks Yakima’s fielding and praises Pasco’s offense and the Cinders’ pitcher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yakima Braves
Yakima
Pasco
The
Express
Neeland
Cinders
Tigers
Goins
Pasco Express
Population Gain Shown In North Yakima Census
George Vance completes city census showing 6976 residents with a 121 percent five year gain since 1900. City counts list 3168 women and 3808 men with racial breakdown including 6597 white 79 negroes 50 Japanese and 60 Chinese. Suburban estimates push city radius population to about 10 000 and Nob Hill sees the strongest growth as northern areas rise with new homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Vance
North
Yakima
Susie
Siwash Squaw
Vance
Nob Hill
Coffin Bros offers affordable carriages and equipment
Coffin Bros promotes cheaper carriages harness and furniture than regular stores. Bean spray pumps, 1511 Bean, claimed unmatched for effective work, are showcased at Yakima Hardware Co. Wanted to buy secondhand clothing advertised by Halpern at 22 N. First St. tf
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coffin Bros
Yakima Hardware Co
Halpern
Hops Rise on News of Oregon Combine and Apple Seedless Debate
Reports from London note hops jump 2 due to Oregon combine formation news. Aphids thrive in cool weather prompting spraying to protect vines with kerosine emulsion or similar sprays. California cherries fetch 100 dollars per ten pounds, a new high, while first Kennewick strawberries bring 12. Peach and prune crops look light due to winter cold and weather, with sprays advised for aphids and thrips causing damage. Seedless apples remain controversial with little commercial value. planting should wait for clearer viability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Oregon Combine
Aieet
California
Philadelphia
Kennewick
Yakima Valley
Oregon
Washington
Evening in Palestine at Masonic Hall Planned by Eastern Star
Citizens are urged to attend an Evening in Palestine hosted by the Eastern Star at the Masonic hall next Friday. Reception begins at 8 30 p m sharp with tableaux singing fine refreshments and guaranteed splendid time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palestine
Advertised Letters List Names Cleared for Delivery
Baldbridge and many others appear on the city list of advertised letters. One cent due on each letter advertised. W. L. Lemon, P. M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baldbridge
B. S. Clements
M. D. Cliff
Lou, Coosley
Leon Calkins
Jay C. Dickerson
Lois Darnham
Harry Elliott
James Cairns
A. Cagner
Fred Crady
Hugh Hall
Louis F. Hines
Leonard Joseph
Elias Jackson
John Linse
Louise Livengood
Arthur J. Lehar
Local Hardware and Trade Offers In Yakima Area
Free talking machine with every 15 dollars in cash purchases at Rinehart's advertised. Yakima Hardware Company sells lawn hose and sprinklers. Richey Gil bert Co in Toppenish offers garden seeds and spraying gear. Also a saddle horse for sale near the fair grounds by J M Doty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rinehart’s
Yakima Hardware Company
Richey & Gilbert Co
J. M. Doty
Fair Grounds
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S. Arendt
Congressman Jones
George J. Heaton
Carey Land
Geo
Donald
L. L Thorp
Prsident
J. D. Cornett
Frank Bartholet
Aast
Transactan
A. L. Flint
Yakima Furniture Company
Hotel
North Yakima
Jayne
M. W. Russell
Baroe
America
Agroahais, Gymnasis
Mideair Ferformers
LaNole
Melnotle
Aring
Gardner
McDonald
Congress of Seals
Jim” West
Billy
Tate Duckrow
Unny Bill
Scott
Gavin
White Mountain
West Coast Iron Works
Wash
G. T. Aumiller
Cliityy Drayman
West
Yakima Ave
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