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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1916
Page
2
MO A STIMSON argues for settlement by arbitration amid rumors of an early mill strike in Harbor. He says wages may be too low and calls for a fair raise to avoid widespread loss, noting a living wage is essential and strikes hurt all, urging disclosure of wage scales by mill owners. The text also briefly describes a tailored fashion ensemble for young ladies with jaunty styling and durable wear.
The piece laments alcohol bans boosting bank deposits in Russia while urging merchants to advertise. It notes Lifestaff under drink rules, mocks beer for its kick, and weighs presidential options Roosevelt Wilson Root with patriotic jingoism and calls for strong US leadership.
During a council meeting night a quick adjournment followed a prize fight held nearby. About four to five hundred residents paid a dollar each to attend, illustrating hard times and overdue bills amid public interest and local tension.
The Washingtonian item quotes Capt Corfeau admonishing troops to treat rifles as best friends, then notes skepticism about applying an oily rag ritual to women. The writer nods to Clark of the Post as a feminine authority while joking about the stunt.
The Woolworth chain totals 805 stores nationwide, up from 596 three years ago. Sales rose to 75,995,774 last year, with net profits of 7,548,209, illustrating strong expansion and profitability across its market reach.
A vintage public health column links walking to fitness and cheap exercise, warns that coughs signal tuberculosis, and notes how dental issues may trigger rheumatism. It warns against unpasteurized milk, airtight homes, careless spitting, rats spreading plague, malaria from mosquitoes, and Typhoid from insects and food. It also highlights sanitation in homes influencing school progress.
A reader notes a parable about creation, contrasting a KNOCKER and a BOOSTER. The tale says the KNOCKER arose from leftover scraps like the Rattlesnake and Scorpion, while the BOOSTER got a brain cloaked in civic pride and steel. It ends with a statement on choosing associates.
A Greenwood reader writes that farmers and wage earners should trade at home and asks merchants to buy local produce, offer cash payments, and provide services for farmers. The letter notes groceries often come from Portland or San Francisco and criticizes mail order houses and Aberdeen merchants. April 25, 1916.
A golden brown pussy willow silk house frock features bell sleeves and a neck tie. It has piped seams and a double belt creating a matronly princess effect, suitable in any preferred shade of silk.
The article reviews layered chiffon negligees with two color tones in blue and mauve rose or yellow, noting the outer layer and contrasting underlayer should harmonize. It also explains why clear winter nights feel colder than cloudy ones, as clouds trap heat like a blanket.
The article urges constant self-promotion through frequent announcements in THE HERALD. It argues location and quality matter little without persistent advertising to attract buyers.
A Washington Star quote dramatizes space dialogue with Mr Growcher saying there is no need to establish Martian communication as enough diplomatic interchange exists on Earth. The snippet reflects a skeptical tone about interplanetary contact.
A philosophical remark by W. E. Channing urging the United States to develop a distinct national character rooted in its freedom and equality rather than copying European civility. He emphasizes national identity and democratic ideals over copied manners.
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