Herald delivers rates and notices for Grays Harbor readers
Subscription rates for one year and six months are listed with advance options and a contact address at 309 East Wishkah Street. Readers missing deliveries should inform the Herald Office and provide timely copy for ads by Monday and Thursday deadlines, noting the paper’s claim as Grays Harbor’s oldest newspaper with wide Chehalis county circulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Widbescoere
Herald Office
East Wishkah Street
the Herald
Grays Harbor
Chehalis County
Humphrey Attacks Tariffs and Mexico Policy
The piece cites Congressman Humphrey’s criticism of the Underwood tariff and his calls to replace officials amid the Mexican crisis. It notes his blame game on tariffs, mocking his rhetoric, and contrasts with an editorial endorsing the President’s restrained policy to avoid war, citing The Saturday Evening Post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humphrey
Europe
Atlantic
Tacoma
Saturday Evening Post
Huerta
United States
Spain
Mexico
President Wilson and Mexico Recognition Dilemma
The piece argues that a strong centralized government may resemble a benevolent military rule and warns that recognizing Mexico's assassin would set dangerous precedents. It praises Wilson for avoiding war and resisting destabilizing actions, noting the risk of a future conflict while preserving honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Mexico
United States
Port Commission Defers Public Dock Project Until Feasible
After a public hearing the Port of Grays Harbor postponed building a public dock until maintenance and interest can be covered by future funds. The decision reflects cautious, businesslike judgment and counters fears of reckless public expenditure. Commissioner Patterson is defended against insinuations tying him to banking interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Commission
Chehalis County
Grays Harbor
Patterson
West Coast Lumber Holds Hopes for Through Water Routes
At a West Coast Lumber Manufacturers Association meeting the traffic chief said talks with Mississippi river boat lines aim for joint through routes to the Ohio Illinois and Mississippi rivers. No rates set yet but projected under forty cents per hundred pounds through from the Pacific coast to St Louis via New Orleans once river lines operate, likely within four months. Overland rail to St Louis for fir lumber runs fifty five cents. The piece notes anticipated reactions from southern pine manufacturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Coast Lumber Manufacturers’ Association
Ohio
Illinois
Mississippi
Panama
Pacific Coast
St. Louis
New Orleans
Southern Pine
Mississippi Valley Lumberman
The Short Ballot in The Saturday Evening Post
The Yakima Republic cites The Saturday Evening Post arguing the short ballot may boost real democracy by enabling smarter voting. It notes direct primaries suffer from long candidate lists. shortening ballots could improve citizen discrimination and reduce endless voting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saturday Evening Post
Republic
Post
Yakima Republic
The Merry-Go-Round Proverb on War and Pride
The Scotch proverb links war and poverty to peace and prosperity, arguing no redemption from an endless cycle of pride and conflict. It asks if the world can break free from this perpetual round of pride war poverty peace prosperity pride and war.
Northern Pacific Proposes Lower Coal Freight Rates in State
After a year of PSC ordered reductions, Northern Pacific offers to install decreased rates from Roslyn to all state points and to drop ongoing court actions challenging the commission's rates. The railroad states the new rates are based on a composite plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Service Commission
Northern Pacific
Roslyn
Commission
Rail and road costs in dispute over coal consumer bills
The commission order diverges from the schedule but is deemed acceptable by the coal company and major buyers. The railroad projects a $75 000 yearly cut to consumer coal bills. Pedestrians have right of way over automobiles but must watch for streetcars. diagonal crossings are at the pedestrian’s risk. Oil is shipped from California to the Atlantic via the Panama Canal. Allied sailors in the Dardanelles relate to the corkscrew anecdote as a metaphor for frustration. Turkey’s diplomacy remains focused on swatting a Christian when in doubt. Investigations show that popular men often share your views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commission
Railroad
Supreme Court
California
Atlantic Coast
Panama Canal
Dardanelles Fort Trembles as Wheat Bulls Chatter
A fragmented report notes tremors near a Dardanelles fort and unusual activity by wheat region harvesters. The description emphasizes tense ground events and agricultural chatter surrounding the location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dardanelles
Thrift and Saving Across Nations and Folk Cures
A discussion contrasts habits of saving in France and the United States. It notes French thrift as hereditary and educational, while Americans often scoff at saving. A separate piece reports on English inquest findings about folk remedies for whooping cough, including snail decoctions and other traditional cures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Tatler
Indiscreet Memory Sparks Tense Exchange
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quip recalls a memory game between two longtime acquaintances. A man pressures Miss Malcom with recollections from childhood, prompting her cold reaction after a rough sled incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Malcom
Hull of a Dreadnought Reveals Massive Steel Across Hull
The report details the bare hull construction of a 22 000 ton battleship with 9 809 tons of steel and iron, over 6 000 tons of steel plating, 2 856 tons for shapes and angles, rivets over 530 tons, and more than 400 tons of large steel castings. The figures exclude gun mounts and armor. A London Express note also recalls the old London spa wells with penny water and aid to the poor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Express
Ships Await Charters and Arrivals at Grays Harbor
Marine port report lists vessels awaiting charter at Grays Harbor and those chartered or due to arrive. Entries include names like Golden Shore, Jane L Stanford, Espada, Manilla, Ludlow, Fearless, Omega, Carrier Dove, and Str. Claremont with destinations Sidney Honolulu Melbourne and San Francisco, plus arrivals Alumna Willapa Resolute Caroline from Aukland and Honolulu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grays Harbor
Golden Shore
Slade Mill
Jane L. Stanford
Meteor
Hulbert Mill
Wilbert L. Smith
Watson A. West
National Mill
Espada
Echo
Aberdeen Lbr
8. Co
Manilla
Sidney
Shgl
Shgl. Co
Ludlow
Melbourne
Hoquiam Lumber & Shingle Co
S. Christensen
Sydney
Fearless
Honolulu
EB. K. Woodmill
R. West
Australia
R. C. Slade
Sch
Omega
Carrier Dove
Aberdeen Market Prices Trade In Live and Dressed Goods
Average wholesale prices in effect in the Aberdeen market today are listed for chickens live and dressed, cows, sheep, hogs, pork, cow beef, steer beef, veal, lamb, mutton, ham, bacon, and lard with per pound ranges across live and dressed categories. The figures show modest spreads typical of the period and reflect commodity values for meats and animal products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen
Poet Challenges Editor Over Meter Jibe
The critic recalls a poet asking how the poem’s meter suits the editor. The editor quips there is gas in the piece but cannot see a meter, delivering a sharp critique in Cincinnati Enquirer style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati Enquirer
Two Silent Lovers Courtship Noted for Money Talks
In a Baltimore American quip a dialogue contrasts a woman’s speech with a man’s wealth as the basis of courting. The verse-like remark highlights social humor about money and silences in relationships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore American
Fragmented exchange hints at disputed credit in overheard talk
A garbled quotation suggests a confrontation over credibility between two speakers, with one denying hearing stories about the other's reputation. The passage includes misspellings and unclear names, indicating damaged OCR text from a historical page.
Fragmentary Quotation Sparks Debate in Baltimore
A damaged clipping quotes a Baltimore newspaper voice weighing a woman's character and beauty. The fragment discusses friendship, deception, and judgment, reflecting era attitudes toward gender and social value.
Retail Prices Today in Aberdeen Stores
Prices across Aberdeen stores show flour 1.80 to 2.65 for a 50 lb sack and coffee 25 to 45 cents per lb. Butter 60 to 75 cents for 2 lbs, cheese ranges 20 to 60 cents per lb depending on type, eggs 26 cents per dozen. Local rhubarb at 8 pounds for 25 cents signals seasonally low prices as spring sales rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yakima
Hard Fought Case in Montesano Over $60,000 Timber Fire
Judge Mason Irwin returned from Seattle to help King County Courts and preside over the McCann vs. C M St P railway case. The suit seeks $60,000 for timber and a burned mill alleged to be caused by railway engine fire. The trial features many witnesses and will extend into next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montesano
Mason Irwin
Seattle
King County
McCann Vs. C. M. & St. P. Railway
The Punctual Cab Ride of Rossini
The Italian composer Rossini, famed for punctuality, rode a cab to the Theatre Italien in Paris. Each morning he left home as the clock struck and the cabman checked his watch at the master’s door. The driver then sped to the theater to test his own time against Rossini’s schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rossini
Theatre Italien
Paris
Wants Team Back In Seattle Suit Files
N A Niskern of Seattle sues Mrs M A Martin and others to recover a team sold by his partner R D DuVall who had no interest in the outfit. DuVall took the team to Aberdeen, sold it, and the buyers refuse to return it. The outfit is valued over $400.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montesano
N. A. Niskern
Seattle
M. A. Martin
Niskern
R. D. DuVall
Black House Smith Farm
DuVall
Sprig DuVall
Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsement by Aberdeen Painter
Aber deen resident Fred H Robinson reports chronic kidney backache improved after using Dean's Kidney Pills. He describes relief after a few doses and recommends a second box. Price is 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co claims product solves kidney and back issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Aberdeen
Fred H. Robinson
E. Market Street
Dean
Dean’s
Mr. Robinson
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Lenfesty Estate Probate Filed in Montesano
A petition to probate the estate of Fred T. Lenfesty of Hoquiam was filed by Chas M Lenfesty in Montesano on Saturday. The filing lists nine heirs including four sisters two brothers two nephews and one niece with no estate appraisal noted.
Notice to Creditors in Estate of John Johnson Deceased
The executrix Ida Johnson, of the John Johnson estate, cites creditors to file verified claims at A Emerson Cross Wishkah Block Aberdeen Washington within twelve months from March 23 1915 or be barred. Attorney for Executrix A Emerson Cross Wishkah Black Aberdeen Wash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Superior Court OF
Washington
Chehalis County
John Jonson
Johnson
A. Emerson Cross
Wishkah Block
Aberdeen
Ida Johnson
John Johnson
Executrix, P. O
Wishbkah Black
Wash
Also Mentioned on This Page
Aberdeen Herald
Aberdeen, Wash
MO. J. Carney
Advertising
Dabney
Demagogue
Congress
Uncle Sam
Diaz
the Port Commission
Turkey
France
H. A. Windsor
Popular Mechanics Magazine
Cleveland Plain Dealer
London
Bath
Harrogate
Lambeth Wells
St. George's Wells
Sydenham Wells
Dulwich Wells
London Graphic
J. T. Kelley
Chicago
Eighth Street
Hoquiam
Pioneer Jeweler
Aukland
Willapa
San Francisco
Resolute
Caroline
Brown
Excho
Baltimore + wertan
Grings
Lenfesty
Particular Printers
Aberdeen Printing Co
East Wishkah
Attorneys AT Law
Dan Pearsall
U. S. Court Commissioner
Hayes & Hayes Bankers (Incorporated
J. T. Ennis
Heron St
Sheet Metal Works
E. J. Richards
Prop
Eta
Boat Works Specialty
James A. Hood
Fire and Automobile Insurance
Finch Building
Aberdeen Window & House Cleaning Co
P. McMullen
West Heron Street
Messenger Service
City Messenger CO
Victor Erickson
E. Wishkah St
Undertakers
Fissel & Pinnick Undertakers
Wishkah Street
Whiteside
Undertaking Company Funeral
Herald
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!