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The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
George WASHINGTON.

George Washington was born in West
moreland County. Virginia. February %
1882 and was the son of Auou>tima
Washington who lied in l744.
" 4 boy ne had keen love for the
truth. and would scorn to tell a lie. He
was SO calm and Just when at school
,hat the boys would call on him to make
peace when they were at strife. Uc
knew how to rule hi, own heart. and
grew up to be wise and good man.
His early HE was spent with his
brother at Mount Vernon, and with
Lord Fairfax.
In las he engaged in surveying.
Al the age of nineteen ut the begin
ming of the seven year war, he was APP
pointed Adiutant with the rank of
Major.
In l15l he made his only sravoyage--
4 trip to the charlottesville his broth
or Lawrence. who died soon after.
Vt twenty two. 1854 he command a
regiment against the French.
July Q. 1853 he was the only aide not
lillod or wounded. He had four bullets
through his coat and two horses were
shot under him.
In 1850 lac married Mrs. Martha Gus
lis. 81 wealthy widow.
AMI at his death he possessed 49,
slaves.
FRANK RICHARDS.
Fifth Gra le. Lincoln school
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Life of George Washington.

George Washington was born in West
moreland Co.. Virginia, Feb -, 1872
He received most of hi~ education from
his mother. In boyhood he became a
practical surveyor.
In 1903 he was appointed Major over
one of Governor DmwidIie'- troops. and
sent to Ohio with a message to the
French.
On his return he led an invading party
into Ohio, but, being defeated. be- re-
turned to his home at Mount Vernon.
lie was married to Martha Gusts iu
1859.
He possessed injominablr courage and
perseverance. which were shown in AN
his great undertakings
He was one OF the greatest statesmen
and military officers OF American his
tory. and has rightly been called. "Thc
Father of his Country" lie wa, ape
pointed commander in-chicf of the Con
tinental Army in l775. serving without
pay. until 1888
His truthfulne,-. wisdom and Kind
ness. and the valiant service rendered
his country during the rebellion. won 90,
hearts OF all the people. and won Dan
him the title OF first i'm peace. and ur-,
in war. and first iu the hearts oi his
countrymen.
He was unanimously chosen first pres
ident of the United states. which Ollie
he held two terms
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
George Washington.

Washington the first President of the
United States was born in Virginia. Feb
~. 1892.
At the age of nineteen. the beginning
OF the Seven Years War. he was APP
pointed Adiutant of the provincial
troops, with the rank of Major: in l75l
he made his only sea voyage with his
brother Lawrence. who died soon after
and left George heir to his estate at
Mount Vernon
In l115 when two regiments of reg
ulars We're led against Fort Duqucnsne by
cen. Broddack, Washington volunteered
and at the disastrous ambu~cade of july
@, l15j. he was the only aid not killed oi
wounded. he hal tour bullets through hi,
coat. ami two horses were shot under
him: in 1859. he married Mrs. Martha
Gusts. Il wealthy widow.
The Federation OF States having failed
TO give an efficient government. Wash
iugtou proposed convention of 1887
which he was q member
which formed the present Federation
constitution. considered by him as tn,
only alternative To anarchy and civil
war. under this constitution he wa,
chosen President and inaueuratcd at
New York. April 30, 1889.
He served two terms and died Dee. "A
l799.
CLARA WALEN.
North Yakima. Wash. 9th Grade. az,
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30

Be il resolved by the City Council OF the city
of North Yakima, Washington:
That the city Intends and hereby declares Is
intention 'o improve Ahtanum avenue IN said
city between the south line of West ~" street
aud the north line of West Yakima Avenue, by
the construction of a sidewalk on the east side
ol said avenue between said lines and in front
of block 30 in said city, according to the OIL
clal plat thereof.
said Sidewalk shall be eight feet in width and
to be laid of plank two inches thick, eight
inches wide and eight feet long; to be surfaced
ON one side and to he laiu surfaced side up and
resting ON three string crS, four inches by six
Inches; SAID sidewalk shall he laid to the grade
matked out aud established in front of the lots
ana lands hereinafter described, as the same
shall he hereafter established by the city en-
glucer and filed wiki the city clerk. All ma.
teiial TO be used IN the construction OF said
sidewalk to be No fir lumber
! hat the estimated cost Of said improvem ent
is SiNu; ANA that the cost of the same is to tie
assessed against the property included Within
the following assessment district and within
the following boundaries, to-wit;
Beglnnlns al the northwest corner of lot II, in
block 30; running thence eastery along the
north line OF said lot 100 feet thence southerIv
through snid block 30 parallel with the east
hue OF SAID Ahtanum avenue ana 100 feet dis
tant iherelfom, to the north line of West Yak
ma avenue; thence westerly along the north
line OF said West Yakima avenue to the east
line ot Ahtanum avenue: thence northerly
along the east line Of said Ahtanum aytslue To
the place OF beginning: aud comprising the
westerly 100 feet Of the following lots to wit:
lots y, H. / l. and IL, and the whole of lots /
ana :, ana the westerly w enty feet of lot g. all
III block 2l0 of the city OF North Yakima ac-
cording 20 the recorded plat thereof now ON file
and OF record with the auditor of Yakima
county, Washington
Thar rroeSts against said proposed improve.
mcnt may be FLED in the OH zee of the civ clerk
OF ne cry q North Yakima, at any time be
lore the ith day OF April l90l. at 30 O'Clock D.
m. That The city clerk give due ana legal no.
tee OF said proposed improvement.
Passed by the CITY Council March II 1904
Approved March 20 1904
o. A. FIGHTER,
A"eSt. Mayor.
First publication March % 1906 1l-ot
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Contest Notice.
United states Land one

United states land Office,
North Yakima, WASH, March 2nd. 1901
sufficient contest affidavit having been filed
in this office by a,nes T.. Keith. contestant,
against August +. trusey entry No. $3.50 made
August p 1892 Tor southwest quarter section ~,
I WuShip : n. range - t., hv August +. Crusey,
rontestee in which II is alleged that claimant,
August F. trusey, has wholly abandoned said
claim. and has changed his residence therefrom
lor more than six months Immediately proceed
ing the dafe hereof. and that said alleged alb
sence is not due to his employ ment in the army,
navy or marine cores OF the United States dur
ing the war with Spain, as a soldier, officer,
seaman or marine, or any other war in which
the united states NAV be engaged. Said
parties are hereby notified TO appear, respond
ana offer evidence touching said allegation at
10 O'Clock n. m on May 9Th. 1904. before the
Register ana Receiver ut the United states
Land Office in North Yakima Washington.
The said contestant having, in proper atlida-
VII, ned the 2d day OF March, 1904, set forth facts
which show that after due diligence personal
service OF this notice cannot be made, 1t is here
10y ordered and directed that such notice be
given by due and proper publication.
95t HENRY V. HUMAN, Register.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Notice TO Creditors.

Notice is hereby given 10 all persons having
claims against the estate of Andreus +. kllert-
son. d,crustd, to present the same to the under
signed. extcutTiN OF said estate. accompanied
10y tnr proper vouchers, ~ the office OF /, III.
Roberts. Yakima National Bank building,
North Yakima, Yakima county, Washington.
the same being the place where the business of
said estate is transacted. wi hin one year from
the date OF the first publication of this notice,
to-wit: within one year after the I'd dny OF
MIrch. 1891. or the same viii be barred as pre-
>CrihCd ry law.
Uaicd this ID day OF March, 1894.
CHRISTINE ELLERTSON,
Execute of the Estate of Andrcas +. Ellcrtson,
Deceased. g0t
LII RoELErs, Attorney for EXecutrix,
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Contest Notice,
United state Land Oilicc.
NDsfb VA lima Mash March , lQl

United state Land Dnirc.
Moth Va ina. Wash, March >, 1904
4 sufficient contest affidavit having been filed
in this Office by Lee Richmond, contestant
against d.srrt land entry No Isl. made Dec 49,
lSg6. tuI the sea OF Sc OF see. ~. township Il
y. range ~ e. ". VI by Hans Hanson, contes-
tee. in which 1t is ALLEGED that the said entryman
has failed to expend the sum of one dollar per
acre on ssid tract during the first. second and
mira Years OF said entry as required by law;
TAHt lad entrymau he's tailed to file yearly
;rou'S ~ the said expenditures during the said
itarS; that the said eutryman has failed to re-
cinlm tie said tract from its desert state and
h"> tailed to make tinn proof of reclamation
within the statutory pcriod. to- wit: within four
years ttom date of said entry: said par les are
hereby notified to appear. respond and offer evil
dence touching said allegations, at 10 o'c ock a.
m ON Apr - 1904, before the Register aud Re.
criNe' Al he United States Land Office in North
Yakima Washington.
Inc said contestant having. in proper Aft
carIt ti.cd March =. 1904, set form facts which
snow that after due diligence personal service
OF this notice cannot be made ii is hereby Or
dereri and directed that such notice be given by
uu" "nd proper publication
lost HENRY V. HINMAN. REGISTER.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Tragedy Ayerted.

Just in the nick of time our little
boy was saved" writes Mrs. w. Wat.
kins of Pleasant City. Ohio. "Pneu-
mona had played sad havoc with him
and terrible cough set in besides. Doe
tors treated him, but he grew worse ev-
cry day. At length we tried DIR. Kings
New Discovery for Consumption, and our
darling was saved. Hes now sound. and
we'll" Everybody ought to know, its
the only sure cure for Coughs, Colds and
all Lung diseases. Guaranteed by c. C..
Case and North Yakima Drug store.
Price 80 cents and $l.0O. Trial bottles
free
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Biography OF George Washington.


George Washington was born in West
morelaul County. Virginia. February
twenty second. 1872.
lii~ father was Augustin Washington
Ills mother was Mary Ball His life
was not unlike other boys lives. He
'uioNcd such sports a~ fishing and hunt
INK.
lii- education was limited.
iu las. hc was at Mt. Vernon with
li- mlt brother Lawrence who was his
guardian lie served in two wars the
French and Indian and Revolutionary
wars.
Washington was the most popular
man of his time lie was given com.
mand of the Virginia troops. After his
vigorous defence OF Fort Necessity he
was 80 prominent figure that in 1888.
lie was commits Stoned commander in
chief of all the Virginia forces The
war in Virginia being at an end he re
signed hi post ami married Mrs. Mar
tina Gusts. a widow. worth 100000 and
they settled at Mt. Vernon. Washing
ton was the first president of the United
States He served two terms being
elected both time 10y unanimous votes.
He retired from the presidency in 100.
In the midst of hi~ military prepare
tions he was taken ill., His illness last
ed one day and he died at Mt. Vernon
December 18th. 1879. lie was buried at
Nj. Vernon.
MITE NJ GURLEN.
Zllah Wash. Orchard Vale school.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
The Name Witch Hazel,

The name Witch Hazel is much abus
ed. +. c. Dewitt & Co., Chicago, are
the inventors of the original and only
genuine Witch Hazel Salve. a certain
cure for Cuts, Burns, Bruises, Eczema
letter. Piles. etc. There are many coun-
terfeits of this salve. some of which are
dangerous, while they are all worthless
In buying Witch Hazel Salve see that
the name L. C. Dewitt & Co., Chicago
is on the box and cure is certain. Sold
by c. c. Case.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
George Washington

George Washington was born in West
moreland CO.. Va. February -. 1872
His father died when Washington was
eleven wears old.
At the age of sixteen he was made
surveyor of the Fairfax property.
At the age of twenty one he was sent
by Governor Dinwiddic of Va. To warn
Off the French.
His defence of Fort Necessity gained
MIN the place of commander chief of
the Virginia forces ut the age of %.
He served in Braddocks campaign and
al Fort Duquesene.
At the close of the French and Indian
war he married Mrs Martha Curt, Il
wealthy widow and settled at Mt. Yer
non
lie was several times member of the
Va. legislature and in l71l he wa, sent
to the continental congress
After the battle, of Lexington and
Concord he was made commanders in
chief of the colonial army.
He brought the war to Il successful
close in 1888 and retired to Mt Vernon.
Emitted State. for two terms ana de
tlincd the presidency Il third time.
In Il short time war with France was
threatened and Washington was made
communicable OF The American
army.
He died nj the beginning of the war
after short Illness December II. 1880.
LLOYD :. SMITl.
7lG y. 18th st. Lincoln School. 6th
GRADE
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Notice 10 Creditors.

Notice l. hereby given to all parties having
Claims against the estate of James Morrison
decreased. to present the same, accompanied by
the proper vouchers. 10 the undersigned, au-
mlIsftHtur uf said estate, AT the office Of Whit
son ~ Parker, in North Yakima. Yakima coun-
~, state ct Washington, being the place where
fhc business nj saia estate is transacted. within
one year from the date OF the first publication
Of this notice, to wit: within one year from the
src"nd dHN ot March. 1894, or the same will be
lctCNCr barred as provided by law.
WALLACE J. MORRISON.
Adr .iu.StHt0r OF the Estate of James Morrison,
deceased
WIITsoN d PARKER,
9-lt Attorne! = lut Administrator
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Colds Cause Pneumonia.

One of the most remarkable cases OF
IL cold, decp-seatcd on the lungs. caus-
ing pneumonia. is that of Mrs. Gertrude
+. Fcnner. Marion. Ind. who was en-
tircly cured by the use of One Minute
Cough Cure. She says: THE coughing
and straining So weakened me that
ran down in weight from lis to %
pounds. l tried a number of remedies to
no avail until | used One Minute Cough
Cure. Four bottles of this wonderful
remedy cured me entirely of the cough
strengthened my lungs and restored me
to my normal weight. health and
strength" Sold by G.. C. Case.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
GEORGE Washington

George Washington was born Febn-
arw 22d. 1882. His birthplace was not
far from the lower Potomac River. AT Il
place called Popc's Creek in Westmor-
land County. Iii, father died when die
was eleven wear, of age. In Washing
tons buyhood he WAS leader of boys:
I'm his manhood ne was Il leader of
men. When hr was sixteen years of
age. he was sent by Lord Fairfax to sdr-
vcy his track of wild land. This land
ram acro-. the Blue Ridge and through
the Shenandoah valley. Whoa only
tWcnt y-onc Washington WAS promoted
To- hc colonel and was made second in
age OF twenty thrcc Washington was
placed in full command OF the entire
forces OF the Virginia militia; lie took
part Zen the battle of Bunker Hill lie
MAS also present al the battle ri Mon
mouth. here hr gained notable ii, ny.
Washington vH- "a member of both Con
tincuttl Congresses that met at rhila-
dclphu Boa March. l57G, Washington
fortified Dorchester Heights 10y might. In
l7~1 90 constitution for tine uitcd States
was adopted. and under it Washington
wa, elected President lie held this
oilio. fur eight wears from l7Sa To l797
he refused the third election. Nl-Ii1.-
tom Was thc first president of the Gited
State. iIr died December l4th 1893
d. i- called the father oi his country.
EDITH ROBINSON
\.'. }a.m Wash Age -. 5tl
grade NuHluur> academy
FOR SALE-A good paying business
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30
Essays by the
School Children

The composition contest is still excit-
ing much interest among the school
children and The Herald is receiving Il
large number OF essays. As announced
when the contest was inaugurated, no
more ESSAYS will be received after March
2Sd. Those on hand will be pub
lished in the order received as we have
room for them, and when all are pub
will be asked to award the prizes.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30

Weren't you ever on an automobile?'
Eyes, once" "Whose was it?' 81
don't know. ] was merely on the front
dashboard for the fraction of a second
and before | could pick myself up it 60
away"
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30

"What can we do to increase our
attendance at evening services" asked
the minister of the deacon. "Send
cards around and post notices in labor
headquarters that we are holding union
services
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30

She-You'd better sit by this open
window, dearest, in case papa should
come into the room suddenly. He
But there's fierce bulldog outside. dar-
ling. 81 know it. But of two evils,
ALWAYS chose tine lesser
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30

He then retired To his home. at Mount
Vernon. where he died Dee. II 1893.
He was mouncd alike by friends and
foes.
MYRTLE BULLOCK.
Columbia School. y. Yakima Wash.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1904-03-30

FOR SALE-A good paying business
proposition. Inquire at % south Second
street. TT
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1904-04-19
TALK OF THE TOWN.

Curtain sale at Abhottis Wednesday,
See the new walking skirts at Perry's.
Rufus Cloud went to south Royaltou to-
day.
william Convey wentto KeesvilIe, n. II,
today.
j. o. Conan went to Rutland tody for
a few days visit
Charles Mcknight Of East Montpelier
was in the city today.
Fred Worthley and Chester Dickey Of
Washington were in the city today.
Charles sharkey began work this morn
ing as clerk at the Cooperative store.
There viii be regular meeting Of the
Barre Flremen's club at O'Clock this
evening.
Miss Gertrude Batchelder returned last
night from few days visit with friends
in Marshfeld.
William Pierce nf Pntney, who has
been visiting at the home of u. I, Davis,
returned home this morning.
vineitia lodge r. of p, will work the
rank Of Knight on one candidate at the
regular meeting this evening
Mr.. and Mrs stephen Avery and Mrs.
Roswell Beckley returned last night from
a several weeks visit in Westlord.
Charles Beach returned this morning
from Dayton, O where he has been Wis
| iting his brother Pearl who has been sick
The bandsomest garments, made Of a
lowpriced silk, ever exhibited Ia town at
Fits Bozbay neyertear silk is the silk
used
Regular council meeting Of the Ladies'
Aid Of St Monica's church viii be held at
the convent Wednesday evening at z
o'clock
Mrs @. L. Bessett is confined to the
house with illness, and Mr.. Doyle Of
Montreal is taking her place as operator
ia Wheeler's Office.
Patrick Trembley, arrested last night
| by Officer Hamel, pleaded guilty to intoxi-
| ton in city court this forenoon. Charles
Reohia, arrested by the same officer, did
| the same Zach was fined So jury
was drawn this forenoon in the trial Of
I Francisco Demarco, charged with breach
Of the peace.
The ladies' Of the church Of the Good
/ Shepherd wish to announce Especially to
those who have purchased tickets that
the entertainment and Easter festival that
was to be given this week Thursday even
| ing, April 2ist in Haleis Pavilion, $ post
poned on account Of the Boys club enter
I tainment being held the same evening. It
! win be held one week later, Thursday
evening. April 2S Trusting the arrange
ment viii be appreciated. we earnestly
/ olieit your patronage.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1904-04-19
6. G. c. C.
Covert Cloth Court Coats.

In gents goods they are called Top Goats.
They are becoming necessities, making,
with a nice skirt, very neat street cos
tune. We have the correcs ideas in
these Goats al modest prices IN a variety
Of styles. made plain and strapped backs,
fitted Or loose Both are new, zz-inch
Goats are The best sellers. They are very
nobby The "A and 3o-inch loose backs
are little the newest. We have them
and more are coming BY each express.
Ladies' Tailored Suits we are
having great success with our new Iaii-
ored Suits. They must be pretty near
right. Ask to see what $500 will buy
in Suit. Some specials at SIS. 90
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1904-04-19
Thursdays SALE.

A large purchase Of Sample Shirt Waists
at less than cost Of manufacture. The
sizes are 81 and 40. They are from
Mills & Glib, the second largest jobbing
house in New York City. They are all
very pretty, as samples always are, Prices
as follows
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1904-04-19
Wednesdays Sale.

One 10, Of new Nottingham Lace Cur
tains, full SIZE, have look-sdteh edge and a
great seller At sI.35 For sale Wednes-
day, after nine O'Clock, for oSc. Better
lay the old Curtains aside and invest in
these.
One lot Of Nottingham Curtains, very
long and wide, in new floral design.
Made loek-stitch edge Our regular
sz.z5 Curtains. Wednesday, after nine
o'clock, for Sl.0o.
With the above Curtains we will sell
you on that day zoe Curtain Rods for
i3c OF two for 25c.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1904-04-19

AS in the past at Sowden Il Lyons
store you will find the finest assortment of
sweet pea seed in the city
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1904-04-19
A. P. ABBOTT & col P ABBOTT CO.. F. ABBOTT Co
SOMETHING EVERY Day.

every year
do ours Of N
Here are specials al Thursday.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1904-04-19
O0LATE FOR CLASSIFICATION.


WANTED Table girl Apply "Table Girl, =
his Office sets
WANTED-Tw good farm hands. Must Pc
good mixers Apply ut Morrison farm. SOFT
wANTED-At once, letterer Steady work
and good pay. Apply % +. ~ Craven y Coz
Montpelier soto
PASTURAGE- Anyone wanting to hire horses
or cattle pastured inquire Of Mrs NJ NJ. Paine,
East Barre, VT Also have a pasture to-
rent soft
TO RENp-First-doof tenement occupied by
j. u Goodwin, No. French street. win be
vacant about May lst +. Z. Page "a Highland
Avenue soft
STONE SHED FOR SALE y. 10 be sold At
once, including three Cotton pneumatic tools
pipes, blocks, chains Jacks rolls, eight Kits Of
tools and accommodations for eight 10 ten mon
Shall sen for cash aud almost give it away
w ID Kidder soft