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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1908
Page
4
North Yakima Washington newspaper notice stating manager Geo N. Tuesley announces post office mailing as second class matter. Published every Wednesday. Advertising rates available upon request.
Independent voter H M Gilbert describes a covert approach by a Ross Crocker representative urging support for Ankeny over Wesley L Jones. The proxy claimed five dollars per Democratic Yakima vote for Ankeny while hinting Lynch’s removal if Ankeny won. Gilbert remains steadfast for Jones, praising integrity amid scrutiny.
Yakima residents are urged to back Wesley L. Jones for United States senator with full support. The letter argues he is the most capable candidate, representing local interests and Washington state, and that Yakima should deliver one hundred percent of its votes for him.
A Spokane Spokesman-Review summary notes Senator Ankeny’s general denial of Collier’s Weekly accusations that he corrupted state politics and bribed lawmakers. It contrasts Ankeny’s denial with Collier’s ongoing Unsavory senators series and cites supportive and critical voices from Seattle papers about the political row and Rep Wesley Jones correspondence.
The Seattle Post-Intelligencer reports on Julius Jones rebutting Levi Ankeny in a campaign clash. Ankeny is accused of abusing Jones through falsehoods and denouncing his character while attempting to derail his senate bid and misrepresent positions.
A Methodist minister labels Jimmie Durkin of Spokane a coarse undesirable citizen and criticizes his gubernatorial candidacy. He denounces Durkin for vulgar displays including a saloon business ad on his tombstone and a self-promotion campaign. The piece praises the clergyman’s public service in exposing Durkin.
A special election shows 6 votes against annexation and 32 in favor, with opponents arguing no clear improvements would result. Proponents note annexation would bring sanitation, streets, sidewalks, police and fire protection, and modest tax increases, urging public education and another vote at the municipal election.
The Yakima Horticultural Union invites fruit growers to contribute peaches early apples pears and winter apples for a Seattle Western Washington fair exhibit. Specimens should be packed in two layer boxes wrapped and delivered to the Union warehouse by Saturday afternoon for shipment.
The Anti-Saloon league is accused of bias in endorsing Republican state representative candidates. Alex McCredy is omitted despite answering league inquiries and supporting the league's favored bill. The Wapato candidate is described as a trustworthy business man with dependable word.
The Anti-Saloon League failed to endorse a single candidate, leaving supporters to choose two from three contenders including L. O. Meigs and W. H. Cline. The trio share a nearly identical platform, creating a split in backing.
The Yakima Republic argues voters need a plain statement from Sam Cameron about favoring a local option bill and its terms. It says voters may demand whether he supports liquor interests or temperance goals, and notes the standard applies to all legislative candidates.
The council is urged to study sprinkling the business district and residential area. Citizens acknowledge finances but support a small levy to fund the needed sanitation, while women in the city push for respectful consideration by city leaders.
Town buzzed Friday morning as authorities confirm a pest house story. They promise a new house will be constructed and speedy remedies to fix current evils, with no future cause for complaint.
Predictions spread in King County that Wesley L Jones will win a plurality and perhaps a majority of votes for United States senator. Ankeny workers see the handwriting on the wall as Seattle voters favor Jones’s material for the role, challenging Ankeny’s influence in Washington’s chief political center.
The Tacoma News warns organizer Young, a Democrat, is failing in his Ankeny propaganda against Wesley L. Jones. The piece accuses him of neglecting official duties and pursuing personal motives behind his anti Jones activities.
Lee H. Johnson, Nome mining man, is arrested in Seattle on murder charges for his young wife Belle Gilchrist. He admits dismembering the body and cremation but claims she died by her own hand and requested burial. The couple wed in 1905 and her property was left to him. Johnson faces transfer to Nome for trial.
Fifty-two teachers will be employed in North Yakima grade schools this year. Supt Reed announced the assignments Tuesday night naming principals vice principals and staff for Summit View Barge Central Columbia Fairview Modern Addition Capitol Hill and two kindergartens under Central and Columbia schools.
Mr John White of 388 Highland Ave Houston Me praises Dr King’s New Discovery for his winter coughs. He used a 50c bottle last year with cough relief and again this year with similar success. Sold with guarantee at C C Case’s drug store 50c and 1.00. Trial bottle free.
David B. May a well known early resident of the region died of paralysis Saturday at his summer home Sacre Island near Seattle He was 68 a native of Indiana and a Civil War veteran He had relatives in this section
Postal officials arrest John Williams and two companions for complicity in the Toppenish post office robbery two weeks earlier. Williams linked to Wallula and Toppenish scenes days before the blast. arrests made at The Dalles Oregon with strong evidence. Also mentions Hall's Catarrh Cure and a 1886 notary seal in Toledo Ohio.
Physicians were summoned as a camp meeting in the Wenas valley reached a peak of religious fervor. A preacher and a young girl auditor collapsed from exhaustion during the height of the excitement. Doctors advised rest and stated recovery would occur if left alone.
A fragment notes that physicians did not learn of the valley service participation. The line hints at clergy or lay leaders guiding a local observance without medical involvement.
Mrs Read, a piano teacher, announces the start of her teaching season on September 1. Prospective students should apply immediately to secure preferred hours. Studio located at 110 South Fourth Street. September 10.
Notice in North Yakima invites stockholders to the annual meeting and election of five trustees on September 5, 1908 at 1 PM in the Yakima County Court House. Other business may be transacted. Secretary C. H. Hinman signs.
Frank M. Rushmore and Lucia M. Rushmore sue V. N. Massey F. H. McCullough and Clay Frint and unknown heirs to exclude them from Lots 1 2 3 Yakima Acre Tracts Section 25 Township 13 North Range 18 E W M Yakima County Washington The State of Washington summons defendants to appear within sixty days after August 5 1908 and defend the action. Cull Luse and Davis Attorneys for Plaintiffs.
Fay Meyers files for divorce from Otto Meyers in Yakima County Washington citing incompatibility and lack of support. The summons requires Otto Meyers to appear within 60 days after August 19 1908 with court action and attorney details provided for service.
Notice to unknown owners and claimants of an interest in the east half of the northeast quarter of the northwest quarter of section 12, township 12 north, range 19 east, Yakima County Washington. Plaintiff J W Brown holds delinquent tax certificate number 5675 from 1901 with interest to 1908 totaling 188.12, plus costs. Defendants must answer within 60 days after publication or risk judgment and sale of the property as a first lien for taxes, interest, and costs. First publication August 19, 1908, in Seattle.
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