When the Ezra Meeker Historical Society took its covered wagon to Jacksonville, Ore., last summer, we met three sisters who are descendants of Caroline (Caddie) Meeker. Caddie was the daughter entrusted with the care of her mother, Eliza, when Ezra was on the road from 1906-08 and it was Caddie with whom Ezra corresponded extensively.
Community columnists
Published 06:00AM, November 25th, 2009
Everyone should be concerned about the effective evaluation of Puyallup School District staff. Research shows teacher proficiency is the greatest school-based predictor of student success, and the work of non-teaching staff must also meet high standards. A critical function of human resources in the Puyallup School District is to support principals, assistant principals and administrative supervisors in providing thorough, honest and effective evaluation for all employees.
Published 06:00AM, November 25th, 2009
The H1N1 virus, commonly known as swine flu, has impacted Western Washington, affecting hundreds of people. Hospitals in the region are feeling the affects with patients visiting emergency departments, more inquiries, and the desire for the vaccine.