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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1903
Page
6
The Cowiche high line ditch proposal nears completion as landowners with extensive holdings near the planned ditch have been approached for concessionary aid. The project would drain 40 000 acres of fertile land directly tributary to the city.
Pretty music by Sidney S Barker arranged for D S Johnston Piano Co with Arie Hover as publisher. The Indian maiden themed waltz has sold rapidly and earns praise from musicians, marking the first published work by a Yakima local and showing potential beyond Yakima.
The Oregonian reports from Washington that Congressman Jones of Washington met the President at the White House. He indicated his stance on the Cuban reciprocity treaty remains unchanged but will back a State convention indorsement. He also defended Bonded Superintendent Lynch of the Yakima Indian reservation, promising another review with the Indian Office next week.
At the War Department Mr Jones urged moving Coast artillery headquarters from Fort Flagler to Fort Worden in Puget Sound. Army officers oppose him but Final decision rests with General Young as Port Townsend residents favor Worden for proximity.
W N Granger of Zillah writes from St Paul to the Sunnyside Prosser area confirming a Northern Pacific contract ensuring construction and operation of the Sunnyside cut-off in exchange for right of way and grading. He notes the railroad is sure and that the contract is in his possession.
Notice to coal oil or gasoline users. The oil wagon serves your area daily. Hang out the card marked OIL to stop deliveries. Offer of a trial order with satisfaction guaranteed.
The review praises Stanley Weynan's romance A Gentleman of France as an old time melodrama in the Musketeers tradition. A standout scene features Gas ton de Marsac fighting six men on a castle stairway, breaking a door with a chair to permit his heroine entry. The New York Sun calls the performance grand, melodramatic, and stirring to Broadway audiences.
The Prince of Pilsen wowed audiences with long five month runs in Boston New York and Chicago proving its status as a remarkable and successful musical comedy. The show’s full organization including Trixie continues its touring and engagement plans.
Frignaza, Jess Dandy, Arthur Donald and a notable cast arrive Tuesday October 27 at Larson's theatre. The production features all new costumes and elaborate staging and is praised as the strongest Henry W. Savage tour yet with a lavish, fresh rendition of Prince of Pilsen.
Sheriff Grant returned from Tacoma with W. F. Zwickey who faces charges for leaving an unpaid hotel bill in the city weeks ago. Zwickey, formerly a local businessman, later became Tacoma’s chief of police for a term and says the matter is a misunderstanding. He is held on his own recognizance awaiting funds.
Flour Mill Co. opposite depot advertises potatoes with a demand for strong sacks, offering good pay for proper packaging.
Citizens who supplied portraits to J. Black, agent for Home Art and Importune Fine Oil re productions, must write F. S. Lewis at Hotel Bartholet, North Yakima, detailing count of pictures and giving a definite address at once.
A North Yakima Drug store advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as the best throat and lung remedy that cures coughs and colds quickly. The ad urges customers not to ask for generic advice but to buy this product from A. D. Sloan, proprietor.
Small ad notes Coffin Bros Department Store selling carpets furniture and stoves at prices much lower than regular dealers.
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