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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1917
Page
4
Aberdeen Herald reports city editor Earle A Minnich notes its long history as Grays Harbor County’s oldest newspaper with wide circulation. Subscription rates are listed and readers are urged to notify the office if papers are missed.
A historical reflection on the Presidents wartime powers from Madison to Wilson, describing the President as commander and war council with absolute discretion yet bound to the people, plus a call for trust and accountability. It contrasts strong executive action with the need for national unity and analyzes labor movement dynamics.
The text argues that every man should have ambition aimed at good citizenship. It states that achievement comes from effort and that ambition should lead to financial stability, with home ownership as the first essential step toward that stability.
Residents rally to support a local figure who pledges to advocate for community needs and goodwill. The pledge centers on public service and improving neighborhood life.
A brief note warns that sending money farther out delays its return. It cautions readers that extended detours in payments extend the time before funds come back to the sender. The message emphasizes prudence in routing small sums through distant channels.
A compact line about civic effort and community growth suggesting active participation is needed to nurture progress and development in a town.
This column urges readers to support local merchants and engage directly with familiar shopkeepers. It argues merchants are not mind readers and will secure desired goods at competitive prices if given a fair chance and accountable face to face dealings. The piece cautions against self centered living.
A compact reflection on hammer use illustrating how tools reveal practical aims, from driving nails to driving home truths. It emphasizes precise purpose and measured technique in everyday tasks and ideas.
A February 9 1913 meteor swarm was observed from Saskatchewan to Bermuda. Seamen W F Denning notes the event persisted for about 5500 miles of flight with a high path near 100 miles. Garvin J Burns speculates the stream may have been captured by Earth as infinitesimal satellites.
The modern position, per John L. Lind M D in Popular Science Monthly, supports soothing lunatics with water. Three methods are the pack, the Scotch douche, and the continuous bath. All three methods are meeting with notable success.
An old advertisement promoting Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs colds and grippe. It touts 48 years as the standard remedy and urges readers to keep a bottle at home for bronchial affections at fifty cents.
A reader ponders the scope of the word electric, considering its impact, reach, and significance across science, industry, and daily life. The note invites reflection on how a simple term carries vast power and history.
Julius Kruttschnitt, chairman of the Southern Pacific, told Congress that railroads struggle as wages and materials rise while legislation caps revenues. He urged a centralized federal regulation plan to stabilize costs and avoid wasteful state and federal policies. He warned many railroads may go bankrupt by 1918 without relief.
A Birmingham Age-Herald blurb notes Mr. Duthwaite claims to own a full collection of Shakespeare works including a glossary. The exchange hints at total possession of Shakespeare's writings and accompanying materials.
A humorous exchange centers on Willis and the Highfliers planning to give up their big house. Mrs Willis denies the claim, saying she spoke with Mrs Highflier yesterday. Willis counters he spoke with the mortgagee this morning.
A fragmented New York Sun snippet hints at a traffic dispute or urban transit scene referencing the F line and a character nicknamed Second Centipede. The oddly phrased lines suggest confusion or a request for order amid movement.
Report notes Baron Von Schoen secretary of the German embassy was sent to Mexico shortly before Count von Bernstorff's recall, with no government explanation given. The piece then mentions the possum's traits and the origin of the term playing possum.
President Holland requests department heads submit itemized budgets for 1917 1918 with cuts on new equipment and high price supplies. Emphasis shifts to expanding agricultural stations extension work and teaching, plus county agents cow testing and farm crop programs. Also notes dairy prices and kale feed experiments, and a French fashion shift toward hats for evening wear impacting milliners.
The article outlines new sweater designs including Angora and diverse yarn weaves. Most slip over the head and are loose below the waist with apron string belts and cravats. Some Frenchy styles feature yokes and decorative adornments.
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