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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1911
Page
4
Aberdeen shoppers are invited to a sweeping clearance sale at Waughs with every item reduced. The event lasts until May 20 though applications for charity shares must be in by May 1, and one dollar in every twenty goes to charity. If not fully satisfied, customers receive free round trip car fare. Applications require written form signed by secretary and two members.
The Southwest Washington Development association decides not to seek a special legislative session or hold a Seattle banquet planned for April 27. Officials cite Seattle’s divided interests and lack of coordinated pressure on the state Senate as reasons, stressing practical gains for all counties over ceremonial events. The executive council includes W. J. Patterson, Edward C. French, N. B. Coffman, A. C. Little, and J. E. Barnes.
South Bay whaling station owners push to start operations by June with A M Hall of Seattle listed on deeds and Captain Balcomb acting as purchasing agent. Northern Pacific track extension to Ocosta urged to speed access, pier near completion and plant buildings up, machinery landed at Aberdeen. company plans about 200 whales per season and full fish oil recovery.
The Rev Dr C F Aked of Fifth Avenue Baptist in New York defends his role amid calls labeling him Rockefeller's pastor. He notes Aked's past in England and his wartime sermons, while acknowledging criticism aimed at his stance on British policy and American affairs.
Skippers at Grays Harbor complain about scant tugboat service delaying arrivals and departures. Vessels including Polaris Forester Ludlow Alpena J B Stetson G C Lindauer Santa Barbara Swashy Balls load for San Pedro San Francisco Australia and return trips from Donovan Wilson American Slade Aberdeen Mill balance traffic. Harbor delays fuel negative shipping sentiment in local trade.
Grays Harbor forms a four team summer league featuring Knights of Columbus Aberdeen Elks Pythians and Hoquiam Elks. W J Murray will manage the Knights, Geo Flynn the Elks, Geo S Dean the Pythians, and R C Kellogg the Hoquiam Elks. Games start May 14 at Electric Park with 25 cent admission and two games each Sunday. A follow up meeting will be held next Wednesday at S K Bowes & Co. office.
Chief F R Archer of Aberdeen located Joseph McCluskey's uncle Fred Winn, a state university student, who had been in Aberdeen. Winn rushed to Seattle to oversee the nephew's remains after the drowning occurred about a week earlier.
A compact reflection on wealth warns that sudden fortune corrupts humility and invites vanity. It cautions that wealth attracts smooth talkers and treachery, urging cautious use and wary judgment of the smooth friend who profits from your gain.
J A Orth a Tennessee native about 26 was taken to Montesano to be examined for insanity after going to Edward S Duffy 1109 West Wishkah street last night in mortal fear that someone sought to kill him. Police arrested him and he was taken to the city jail for custody and inquiry.
The Ladies Missionary society gathered at Mrs. A. D. Wood's residence this afternoon. Mrs. J. McCammon, visiting Aberdean friends, returned to Moclips this morning. The Ladies Aid will meet at Mrs. H. H. Carter's next Wednesday afternoon. Mr and Mrs. A. D. Wood will travel to Cohassett Beach tomorrow to ready cottages for summer renters, most of which are already spoken for.
A sober mechanic aged 50 seeks to form acquaintance with a lady between 30 and 50 for marriage. Write to P O Box 739 Aberdeen Washington Hatt.
The cafe at Hotel Fairmont closed this morning and will stay shut until May 1. Watson & Co. operated the cafe separately from the hotel and has decided to quit.
Olaf Anderson proprietor of the Annex restaurant was found guilty by a police court jury on Sunday beer selling charges. He was fined $5 and costs totaling $15, and gave notice of appeal to the superior court.
W Kennedy longtime manager of the Kaufman store dry goods department resigns to take a position in Corvallis Oregon. He cites health of Mrs Kennedy and a new store in the heart of the Oregon country to be heavily promoted. Friends regret his departure but wish him success.
New York City will stage the American Land and Irrigation exhibition November 3 to 12 drawing seven million Manhattan residents to witness agricultural products and resources. Prizes include 25 boxes of apples valued at 509, a 1000 cup for best US corn, and 160 acres of grain land in Montana among other gifts to entice land seekers and investors. The event aims to promote soil wealth and rural opportunities to urban visitors and immigrants.
The Herald serves as the concise mirror of Grays Harbor, compiling local updates across politics, business, weather, and community events for residents seeking a comprehensive snapshot of the harbor area.
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