King Convicted of Forgery After Alcoholic Trance Plea
John King faced a forgery charge in North Yakima Superior Court after claiming he forged a $50 check in a trance induced by alcohol. Three physicians testified to an alcoholic trance, but the jury convicted him within a few hours. The case referenced Courtney Porter and a Toppenish hotel saloon, though no such account existed. King admitted signing the check only by mistake, under a misconstrued statement from others.
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North Yakima
John King
King
Lower Valley
Courtney Porter
Toppenish
Vestal Snyder
T. H. Nilson
Wende
Taylor
Railroad Rumors of North Coast Road Confirmed
Rumors of railroad activity in the Yakima valley are substantiated by the appearance of major contracting firms in the area. Construction near Kiona and potential Milwaukee feeder links surface as surveyors lay out routes toward North Yakima, with implications for competition and regional traffic. Bees Laxative Cough Syrup advertises relief for coughs and colds. Mrs. Larson and her daughters arrive from Minnesota to reside at 406 East Yakima Avenue for the winter.
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Yakima Valley
Milwaukee
Ellensburg
Cle Elum
North Coast
Kiona
Lorimer- Gallagher Co
Chicago
C. J. Johnson
Johnson
Seattle
Northern Pacific
Columbia
Pasco
Yakima
Wreckage of American Vessel Sighted Off Carmanah Point
Wreckage washed ashore about two and a half miles west of Carmanah Point suggests the loss of a vessel, likely American, from a gale yesterday. A 15 foot rail fragment bearing a United States coat of arms was found. no vessel identity could be established. Light keeper Daykin reported no distress signals observed.
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Daykin
Carmanah
United States Coat of Arms
Elinker
Gig
Atlantic
Indian Woman Weds While Legally Married
Has Difficulties, Rose Puyette from the reservation completed matrimonial difficulties by marrying Joe Butler while still legally wed to her first husband. She has no divorce and has lived with Puyette for years. Her government funds may be affected by this marriage.
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Rose Puyette
Puyette
Joe Butler
Wood Liver Medicine Promises Quick Relief for Malaria
An old advertisement touts Wood Liver Medicine in liquid form claiming to regulate the liver kidneys and bladder and relieve biliousness sick headache constipation. It markets a $1 bottle with 2 percent more than a 50e size and promises first dose relief. Prof Van Vliet’s North Third Street home is quarantined for scarlet fever.
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West Side
Prof. van Viiet
North Third Street
Margery and the Panther Ride in the Pennsylvanian Hills
In western Pennsylvania eighty years ago Margery Garrett braves dark woods to fetch a doctor for her injured sister Doris. Her pony Jerry carries them through night, danger, and a prowling panther to safety at home, where mother and doctor soon comfort all three.
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Pennsylvania
William Garrett
Margery
Dorris
Doris
Jerry
Mother
Ellensburg Normal Edges North Yakima In Wet Showdown
In a drizzling rain before about 600 spectators, Ellensburg state normal defeated North Yakima high school by a close score on a muddy field. The normal team scored early and relied on smothering a punt, while Newton starred on the line and Bunting led Yakima's backfield.
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Ellensburg
Nove
Ellensburg State Normal
North Yakima High School
Yakima
North Yakima
Newton
James McKinistry
Normal
Bunting
Gustafson Delivers Fun Lecture at Local Y M C A
Gustafson of Denver spoke on Just for Fun to a full Y M C A auditorium despite bad weather and a competing attraction. He outlined seven stages of fun and emphasized its harmless nature for all ages. A Western Pacific case against Nagler involving warehouse fire losses was settled out of court with an order dismissing the suit entered Saturday.
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F. C. Gustafson
Denver
Col
Gustafson
Frank W. Nagler
Northern Pacific Railroad Company
Travels 80000 Miles in Search for Wife
Tacoma dispatch recounts the wanderings of the Neff who, after twenty years and 86 000 miles across 27 states and territories, sought a wife. He advertised in Chicago, wrote a book of lament, and traveled by rail, boat, and foot hoping to find a companion among hundreds of letters, many from widows and young romantics.
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Tacoma
Horse Head Bay
Henderson Bay
Chicago
Romain
Tde Neff
Mr. Neff
Shape of the Mouth in Woman's Realm
In Woman's Realm explains that a upturned mouth corners convey beauty while a downturned mouth signals sorrow. It notes smiles and cheerfulness habitually lift lips, creating Cupid's bow and youth. a sunny temper acts as a premier beautifier for facial contours.
Choosing a Crib and Mattress for a Child’s Bed
The article advises using a large crib from the start since children outgrow cradles quickly. It notes mattresses can become unclean, suggests a thick blanket as a washable, airable mattress, and recommends large sheets and coverings to keep the bed smooth and comfortable. Regular airing and washing are emphasized for hygiene.
Homemade Sink Strainer From Lard Can
A simple DIY strainer can be made by punching holes in the bottom of a lard can with a hammer and awl or large nail. It helps keep the sink clean and reduces messy cleaning work while staying easy to maintain.
Quick onion peeling tip halves skin with little handling
Cut a small amount from the onion’s top and bottom then halve it. The skin slips off easily with minimal handling, making the peeling process faster and simpler.
Lunch Dishes: Potato Omelet to Tomato Toast
Practical kitchen guide describing several dishes. Potato Omelet uses mashed potato and egg fried in butter. Veal Souffle blends cold veal with white sauce and eggs. Creamed Corned Beef au Gratin folds beef with cream sauce and baking. Cottage Loaf layers meat with mashed potatoes. Tomato Toast simmers tomatoes with spices served over buttered toast.
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Toppenish Hotel
C. W. Camp
Sel
Dr. King
Margery’s
Johnson's
Wanderer
Huron Sound
Evangeline
Neff
Pineapple
Florida
Washington
Puget Sound
Omelet
Fic Syrup Co
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