Prominent Men Back Cook as Arctic Pole Debate Widens
In New York Sept 138 prominent figures weigh in as conflicting views over Cook and Peary clash. Admiral Schley endorses Cook's integrity while Osborn recalls Cook as physician and criticizes Peary. Arctic Club says it recognizes Cook as discoverer and plans a gold medal with further honors for Cook ahead of Peary.
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New York
Cook
Peary
Navy
Admiral Schley
Osborn
The
Arctic Club
Schley
Pole
Stebben
America
North Yakima Fruit District Highlighted by Editorial Visit
The National Editorial association’s June visit to North Yakima yields advertising buzz as reported in the Waterloo Reporter. Mrs. Matt Parrott notes a two hour stop in North Yakima, calling it a growing fruit district in eastern Washington set in the Cascade range.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Yakima
National Editorial Association
Waterloo
Matt, Parrott
Yakima
New Fruit
Washington
Cascade Range
Proper Laxative Syrup of Figs In California Ad
A vintage ad promotes Syrup of Fig s with Senna as a laxative remedy for constipation. It claims lasting relief through personal effort and proper nourishment, noting it should assist natural functions rather than replace them. One size only regular price 30 per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Fruit District Offers Rich Soil and Irrigation Prospects
The Pertile District soil in Yakima country is volcanic ash rich in growth elements ideal for fruit production. Land prices range from 150 to 1000 dollars per acre with water rights and irrigation costs. Experienced growers report net incomes of 330 to 500 dollars per acre from well cared-for orchards, with apples already exported to European markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Washington Investment & Power Co
Henry D. Baylor
Baylor
North Yakima
Berlin
Paris
Elizabeth Gold Hill Mining Co. shows rich ore potential
The Elizabeth Gold Hill Mining Co reports new ore analyses from Gold Hill with free milling ore yielding up to 284 per ton in gold and 3.26 percent quicksilver. Base ore reaches 50 per ton. J A McDonald and J T Keppel assess the property and note extensive ledges, water power, and potential road improvements to connect North Yakima with mining areas along Naches and American rivers.
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Elizabeth Gold Hill Mining Co
Gold Hill Country
J. A. McDonald
Selah
Coeur d’Alene
Elizabeth
Gold Hill
J.T. Keppel
Keppel
Elizabeth Company
North Yakima
Naches River
American River
Gild Hill
Silver Mountain
Wealth in mountains spurs new mining activity
The region is set for intensified mining as more machinery and workers head to the area. Skeptics are urged to visit the properties to witness the wealth stored in the mountains firsthand.
Ditter Brothers Win Compliments for New Yakima Store Front
The Ditter Brothers' east Yakima avenue storefront has drawn warm compliments from friends and strangers for its beauty and up to date appearance. The window display now showcases full wearables for women, attracting visitors and residents and signaling the investment's value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ditter Brothers
East Yakima Avenue
North Yakima
Dutter
Billy Sunday to Hold Revivals in North Yakima
Rev. Charles Gibson reports a letter from Billy Sunday the evangelist indicating he will come to North Yakima this fall or winter for revivals. Date not set. Gibson expects a daily reply while Sunday, then in Boulder, Colo, plans a united Protestant effort. Sunday previously conducted revivals in Spokane attracting attention.
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Charles Gibson
Billy Sunday
North Yakima
Gibson
Boulder
Colo
Spokane
Spokane Apple Show to Award 25 000 in 20 Classes
National Apple Show announces single judge system for awards at Spokane exposition November 15 to 20. prizes totaling 25000 include 1500 gold sweepstakes prize for carloads of commercial winter apples. judging follows American Pomological Society rules with no protests allowed.
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Spokane
Wash
Ren H. Rice
National Apple Show, Inc
America
van Deman
Rice
American Pomological Society
Atkahsar
Uesers
Scesseeserss
Maryland
Monmouth
Northern Spy
Canada
Rhode Island
Stayman
Breeches Bible Rare in Yakima County Ownership
Mrs. I W Miller of Prosser owns the Breeches Bible a sixteenth century English edition one of about a dozen known copies in the world. The text notes its name from Genesis and describes printers skill and added Psalms by Sternehold Hopkins with various notable misreadings and nicknames such as Bug Treacle Rosin Wicked Vinegar and Basketful of Errors.
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I. W. Miller
Prosser
F. W. Miller
Prosser, Wash
David
Thomas Sternehold
John Hopkins
Gilead
Can Johnson whip Jeffries In a longer race
Ringsider notes Johnson and Kaufman fought ten rounds with Kaufman praised for grit and Johnson admitting less-than-ideal shape. It suggests if Johnson were in top form he would likely beat Kaufman over a marathon distance and implies Ketchel and Jeffries would face a tough time against the champion if out of shape.
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Ringsider
Big Fellow
San Francisco
al Kaufman
Jack Johnson
Bob Armstrong
San Jose
Kaufman
Johnson
Ketchel
Jeffries
Valley Committee Formed to Advise Reclamation Service
The Valley governing board appointed H. B. Scudder and Senator Samuel Cameron to a general committee from different towns to coordinate government irrigation matters. Others may join as more towns appoint members. A. E. Larson and N. Hartung were chosen to work with the Odd Fellows to host a special train stopping in North Yakima en route to the coast on September 17.
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Commercial Club
H. B. Scudder
Samuel Cameron
Reclamation Service
A. E. Larson
N. Hartung
Odd Fellows
Yakima
Taft Prepares for Western Trip and Boston Stop
President Taft suspended golf and official duties to prepare for a long western tour. He will arrive in Boston for the chamber of commerce banquet tomorrow, then depart by motor to Chicago on Wednesday. The executive offices will close once he leaves Beverly.
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Beverly
Taft
Boston
Chamber of Commerce
Chicago
Divorce After Thirty Two Years in Cass County
After 32 years of marriage Sarah C C McKinney seeks a divorce from Glotaria M McKinney whom she wed on October 1 1877 in Pleasant Hill Cass County Missouri. The couple moved to Yakima County in 1890 and lived apart since January 1 1897 when McKinney deserted her. There is no community property and she also requests a legal separation.
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Sarah CC. McKinney
Glotaria M. McKinney
Pleasant Hill
Cass County
Missouri
Yakima County
McKinney
Indian Girl Injured In Wagon Accident On North Yakima Trip
Dora Hoffer sustained a broken arm and broken collar bone after a wagon seat fell from a vehicle carrying Indian children to Fort Simcoe. The group was en route from North Yakima to the fort to enroll at the school. Officials moved four wagonloads to the fort, but Dora’s injury caused others to hesitate.
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Dora Hoffer
Yakima
Fort Simcoe
Yakima City
Dora
Muskrats Tested for Plague Found Negative
Dr. P. Frank county health officer sent two rats to the state board of health for plague testing. Dr. E. E. Heg, secretary, reports the specimens are negative in every way and identifies them as muskrats found in the basement of the First National Bank building.
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State Board of Health
P. Frank
E. E. Heg
Heg
Frank
First National Bank
Foley's Crine and Orino Laxatives Promoted for Digestive Relief
The ad touts Foley's Crine Laxative as curing chronic constipation by stimulating digestive organs and liver, suitable for women and children, with gentle action. Foley's Orino Laxative is advertised as mild and effective for indigestion, gas, biliousness, and bloating with benefits promised after a few days.
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Foley
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