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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1906
Page
5
Yakima Herald Publishing Co announces advertising rates and urges subscribers in NORTH YAKIMA to settle arrears within thirty days. The notice notes accumulated subscriptions, payment options, and explains the date beside each name shows paid status.
The slate lists Samuel Cameron and Lee A. Johnson for Representatives Hal Webber for Sheriff Lee Tittle for Treasurer Ira M Krutz for Prosecuting Attorney Wilbur Crocker for Auditor R K Nichols for Clerk J A Jacobson for School Superintendent W D McIntyre for Surveyor P Frank for Coroner Cp A McDonald for Commissioner 2nd District and WM Lemay for Commissioner 8th District as the Republican nominees.
Indiana Senator Albert J. Beveridge argues in Boston that a Republican majority in the next Congress is essential to support Theodore Roosevelt and ensure effective governance. He says a Democratic House would obstruct the administration and seek to defeat it, while a Republican majority would advance what he calls a pure and able administration.
A district editorial urges voters in Yakima County and central Washington to reelect Congressman W. L Jones. The piece argues his efforts benefit the state and appeals to Democratic voters to uphold his work in Congress. It notes broad support from home and greater regions and cites a paragraph from Henry Ellin.
Watterson harshly condemns Bryan's call for public ownership of railroads in the Courier Journal. He argues the platform would be ruinous, contrary to Jefferson and Jackson, and would require despotism to achieve a demoralizing political outcome.
A brief urging readers to register promptly for the coming general election. Only those registered since January 1 1996 may vote. City clerk can devote time now. registration requires only a few minutes.
City awaits word on the site for a federal building with a decision expected in a few days. The Herald predicts Congress will approve a large appropriation to begin construction when Congressman Jones resumes his efforts.
Certification that druggists will refund your money if Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure cough or cold. It stops the cough heals the lungs and prevents serious results. Cures grippe cough prevents pneumonia and consumption. Contains no opiates genuine in a yellow package. Refuse substitutes. For sale at North Yakima Drug Store A D Sloan Prop. 10-eod.
County commissioners set the current year levy at 13.50 mills for county and state purposes, down from 19.00 mills, with road and bridge funds at 2.50 mills, and School district No. 7 levies at 6.0 mills, 1.0 mill lower than last year.
Treasurer Tittle reports total receipts for the term ending October 1 of 76 635 55 with expenditures about 600 over. The three biggest outgoes were 17375 for court house and jail fund warrants 17705 for school district warrants and 10155 for current expense warrants. The largest single receipt was 40050 from school bonds and the state school allotment 15881 53 was next. Tittle collected taxes with the strong box, including 15793 21 for 1905 and smaller sums from prior years.
The YMCA board approved a Sunday event featuring six out of town business leaders to speak at the opera house with no collections. Plans aim to restart the $20,000 fundraising canvass while bids are sought for building work. Geo H Stone of Stone Fisher Co. will replace a scheduled speaker for the 14th.
East side wins 21 to 6 against West side at Tieton hall last night in a fast game noted for limited football like rules. About three hundred spectators attended as East players share scoring and teamwork while two West players Skillern and Nelson stood out. After the game an orchestra played a waltz and dancing followed. Company E players discussed a possible challenge at month end, conditionally to be against high school or last night’s winners.
An advertisement touts Mi o na as remedy for faulty digestion causing nerve exhaustion. It promises strengthened digestion, better sleep, increased vigor, and warns of a money back guarantee by Fred L. Janeck for every 50 cent bag.
Kioma Friday letter from C S Wenner of Yakima Grocery notes Kiona’s population swelling from 250 to over 1000. He jokes the spike stems from a wreck delaying trains. He adds 1600 sacks of wheat and large hops loads entering local elevators. Local businessmen advertise area resources.
Noah H. Brown, former Yakima resident and ex manager of Hotel Yakima, is in the city for a few days to attend the federal court. He left Yakima about ten years ago and now lives in Wenatchee where he ran hotels until recently. He said he was never so surprised in his life.
The writer notes Yakima Avenue and the city have transformed since a years‑long absence. Population now near 10,000 astonishes the author given Wenatchee’s rapid growth, with thriving business blocks and impressive new residences labeled a revelation.
The Yakima Inter valley Traction company provisional franchise granted last Monday by the city council was accepted at a Saturday meeting. After surveyors select a route the franchise will be officially accepted and construction may start soon. Stockholders adjourned to plan officers’ election and final arrangements for the project.
Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup improves digestion and clears sallow blotches by stimulating the liver and bowels. It does not nauseate or gripe and is mild and pleasant to take. Remember the name Orino and refuse substitutes. For sale at North Yakima Drug Store, A. D. Sloan, Prop. 102-eod.
The Tacoma Ledger notes Sleepy Tom a young Puyallup colt will race against a fine Yakima horse at the Puyallup fair this Saturday. The feature image depicts Sleepy Tom as a promising local entrant in the event.
A reminiscence recalls Sleepy Tom a thirty-some year old sprinter once trained by Peter in North Yakima. Acquaintances note he is still alive and active and may live another thirty years while cautioning about health. An advertisement lauds Ballard's Horehound Syrup as a cough remedy from Mrs. S in Great Falls Montana.
W H Parks of Farmington was convicted by a federal grand jury of selling whiskey to an Indian. Defense attorney M O Reed argued strongly, but the jury returned a guilty verdict after late deliberations, noting Parks gave liquor to an unobserved Indian in a small out house.
Col. Bryant number 32 915 dark bay stallion weighing 1200 pounds stands at Palo Alto barns on South Second street. Bred from Elton 17365 by Egotist 5018, sire of Egaton 2.6 percent and 54 in lst, Electioneer 159 listed. Described as a horse of notable breed and individuality with good action bones and style. Call to see him in care of Jas Ferris. Full pedigree available on posters. d&witf
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