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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1902
Page
5
A 1902 note questions how a community could produce a large number of liars after a lead pipe cinch to victory. It then critiques a school house burning with concerns that, beyond the momentary loss, children will lose schooling time.
State presses shift from broad political guidance to highlighting individual vegetable growers. The change reflects a push to emphasize quality produce and local sourcing, with farmers named for attention in regional notices and circulation.
The election of R. A. Grant to the office of sheriff is a fine testimonial to his popularity with the people. Being elected by a large majority on a losing ticket is described as a flattering tribute.
The Herato urges residents to attend a taxpayers’ meeting at Central School on Wednesday evening November 5. The note emphasizes urgent action as public schools are crowded beyond health limits and the district cannot bond further.
Directors propose to authorize building plain wooden structures to meet current needs and provide suitable quarters for three winters. The meeting, at 7 30 p m, will be held at Central School and invites all interested in school welfare.
The race for county superintendent of schools is very tight with Mr. Dickey holding a small lead while supporters of Mr. Plumb refuse to concede until all precinct returns are tallied.
In hasty counting to publish results quickly, the socialist and prohibition vote was overlooked, preventing Heravp from securing those returns for this issue.
In Yakima the day after election brings reflections on the weather as a constant, with sunshine praised and the political wounds tended. The author notes the post election mood, hopes for healing, and an improved public climate for all.
The piece reflects on the 1902 election as a near clean Republican sweep with Democrats conceding when defeated. Englehart supspected to remain a party factor in the county and pledges friendly relations with rival Splawn despite the loss.
The remarks during the recent campaign stirred sensitivities among candidates while the rules of the game praise sharp exchanges as part of the process. The commentary suggests supporters accept that tough words can accompany political contests.
Early returns show the state tilting Republican by roughly 12 000 votes, giving both chambers of the legislature GOP control.
Early returns show Republicans with 195 seats and Democrats at 180, with 11 districts still outstanding. Voter shifts suggest a notable trend across multiple states as final tallies come in.
The New York results show a Republican gain with Odell leading by 5 000 to 10 000 and four NY congressmen defeated. Theodore Roosevelt’s hometown swung Democratic, while in 1900 that district favored Republicans. Elizabeth Cady Stanton’s death prompts a tribute praising her intellect courage and advocacy for women’s rights.
Marriage licenses issued for Maud Holtzclaw with William L. Dewey and Anna Mabel Pierce with L. L. Landingham. Advertisements include fur display by E. Shubert of Kansas City in North Yakima, furniture deals at Coffin Brothers and J. N. Mull wants saleable articles, storage and clothing offers, job notices, and dry goods promotions. Also carers for coats, sleds, and a bones of local services.
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