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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1903
Page
5
The death of Bill Arp the Georgia humorist who wrote for years is noted with mourning. Also a report from Olympia tells of a 13 year old maiden and a 17 year old boothlack eloping seeking a wider world and awaiting correction on return.
The U S minister demands satisfaction after United States Consul Magerssen was attacked in Beirut Syria others say Turkey could clash with the United States. The president orders the European squadron to Beirut to enforce the demands.
The article notes Cir rie Nation, known as a joint-raider and police-court figure, will headline the stage production Nights in a Par Room. It warns that even if the show goes on, the role may bring critical attention and public scrutiny, with implied risk of hostile reactions from the audience.
In Forest Grove Oregon a man using the name J H Burke presented a forged $300 check at the bank. A cashier and deputy faced him with a six shooter and ordered him to throw up his hands. Burke surrendered and is jailed.
The state of Towa begins trialing the commitment of confirmed drunkards to the state asylum for the insane. About fifty such individuals are affected as the program unfolds.
The article explains monthly medication for patients with a 70 percent recovery rate and rejects the Keeley cure or covert drugging, asserting the discipline of sobriety. It also mocks a local proposal to annex Yakima City to North Yakima, predicting delays and distrust among Old Town residents.
Mexico plans a staple currency at a fixed fifty cent value with silver as a secondary coin only by fixed ratio. Analysts note 98 percent of Mexico's silver is in Asia and total silver in the republic tops about 100 million dollars. hoarding mirrors gold stand la. Foreign capital flows rise as confidence grows.
The piece defends the railway company after the Chehalis excursion train wreck, noting public censure from outsiders. It argues accidents occur despite vigilance, calls for corporate liability, and commends prompt relief efforts by the company to aid the injured.
Curtain rises at 8 15 sharp due to rush for east bound train. Theatergoers are advised to plan their arrival accordingly.
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Miss Lela Adams of Spokane and her friend Miss Minnie Dorsett visited last Friday. Bert Jones of Everett arrived Wednesday night to visit his wife staying with her sister Mrs George Grist. Mr and Mrs A Chandler returned Friday from Docton Washington after a three week visit accompanied by their niece Miss Effie Chandler who will stay a few weeks. Also noting the new Iron Brew at soda fountains and pop stands. 100,000 dozen eggs wanted by J F Phillips Co at 22 South Second Street. A ranch to rent for 30 head of cattle is sought by J M Jayne of North Yakima.
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