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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1905
Page
4
The Herald disputes advertising terms claiming largest circulation in Chehalis county and warns contracts will be forfeited if the circulation statement is not absolutely true. It notes Freemont Carney Filitor Rand Proprietor and details rates for mail matter and subscriptions.
A city council debates a cow nuisance ordinance amid doubts about enforcing new laws. Residents argue enforcement would hinge on public sentiment and outside districts would resist, citing Hoquiam’s experience where marshals face discretion and conflicted applications.
A British tariff critique finds duties on food shift costs to consumers abroad. An American study compares New York and London prices, showing higher costs in New York for domestic goods and imported items. The piece also discusses the New York subway strike, union charter issues, and calls for arbitration to avoid contract breaches.
Biographical sketch by Joseph M. Overs on Thomas H. U Benton praising his thirty years in the U S Senate his role as a founder of western development and federal policy. The author credits Benton with the homestead and land systems the transcontinental railway and strong anti nullification stance.
Montana moves to submit a constitutional amendment for initiative and referendum, joining South Dakota Utah Oregon and Illinois in a growing national trend. Nevada Utah and South Dakota show mixed progress amid partisan resistance as advocates argue for closer government to the people.
James Eckles criticizes the era as one of clamor not thought and presses his point through ongoing public assertions. The remark highlights a heated discourse surrounding intellectual standards and civic dialogue.
The public shows greater interest in Lawson's charges than in Lawson's professional record, reflecting a focus on the legal proceedings over career achievements.
The Stevens County board of commissioners voted a half mill levy to fund a county exhibit of Stevens products at the Lewis and Clark centennial exposition in Portland. They expect about 2500 to be raised and plan to rely on the Stevens County Fair Association for material gathering and participation.
Blockhouse Smith of Montesano plans brick bridging on Heron street between Mrs. Anderson and G. Lewis blocks after last week supreme court ruling gave him clear title to disputed property. Wilson Bros. dry kiln frame is in place with piping bid awarded to a Seattle firm. The city water pipe divers narrowly escaped tragedy as a scow drifted, and work on the Chehalis river bridge pile driving continues before dock piles for the factory. Mrs. Gunn hosted a musical recital at Broadway and Fourth with pupils from Hoquiam delivering polished performances.
The barkentine Hawaii loads for China at Bryden & Leitch mill. Barkentine Newshay loads for Honolulu at West & Slade mill. Carrier Dove sails from Michigan mill for San Francisco. Annie FE. Smale loads for China at Aberdeen Lumber & Shingle mills. Newburg arrives and will load for San Francisco at West & Slade mill. Dispatch arrives and loads for San Francisco at Wilson mill. W H Kruger arrives and loads for San Francisco at Aberdeen Lumber & Shingle mills.
Charley Benson, a bucker at Lytle's camp on the East Hoquiam, was killed Saturday morning when a log rolled onto him as he bucked aloe on a hillside near the works. He dies instantly, the body is moved to Hoquiam, Benson known in town for about a year with Lytle company.
A Wednesday evening program at the Presbyterian Church promises a rare treat with a whistling solo by Arthur Draper, recitations by Mae Maurice Colloquy and On the Fence, violin dinet by Mabel and Ethel Hendren, band and drill numbers, songs by Freddie Redinger and Hazel Magill, and a Winter in the Lap of Spring tableau.
W. F. Pattison remains in a precarious condition at Hoquiam hospital after a failed suicide attempt with a 32 caliber pistol. Doctors think the bullet did not enter the skull, though sight in one eye may be destroyed if he recovers. The motive remains unknown and rumors about religious conflict or financial distress are unfounded.
The Nat Reiss Southern Co. will open a June 5 carnival under the Red Men in Aberdeen. Last year’s event drew many visitors, proved clean and entertaining, and the profits fund the Red Men Wigwam. Market Street property owners largely support the street location, arguing city approval benefits the local order and sponsors.
Ad copy hails the Think of Me cigar as a winner in every race meeting. It claims the brand’s cigar never falters, always pleases crowds, and secures prizes, urging readers to choose THINS OF MG by L L Rialey of Aberdeen Washington, sold widely.
An ad promotes the Herald as a cheaper way to receive county general news, arguing that paying $6.00 yearly for daily local coverage is costly and that the Herald provides broader county news twice weekly.
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