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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1909
Page
4
City subscribers who do not receive the Herald by 6 p m on Mondays and Thursdays should notify the City Messenger Co Tel 3551 and a paper will be sent to the address at once.
Spokane residents support a ten year guaranty requirement for street paving contracts. They argue a five year guarantee is insufficient and could trigger public opposition to extensive paving. The stance comes as the city plans a broad paving program and contractors push for shorter guarantees.
An editorial criticizes the national land lottery for 200 farms on Indian reservations, arguing lands should fetch fair market value. It notes 60,000 applications, compares parcel costs abroad and domestically, and denounces heavy transport costs that harm consumers while urging better protection for home industry.
Editor urges readers to seek broader understanding beyond closed circles and prejudices. Emphasizes charity toward the Ishmalites, daily self-education, and fostering practical brotherhood to lift individuals and society.
Bids due August 10 for erecting a school house on the Wishkah river above Wishkah four to five miles. Plans available at Aberdeen Herald office. Right reserved to reject any or all bids. G Threrner, Clerk School District No 34 Wishkah Wash.
In Olympia the Washington Supreme Court upheld a Spokane case against J R Baughman steward of the Spokane club convicting him of selling liquor without a license. The decision states city councils may regulate sale of intoxicating liquor and that clubs even with nonprofit or member-only sales are subject to licensing and open front rules.
Florence Silvey born September 7 1888 in Missouri moved with her parents to McMinnville Oregon later married Aden Silvey in Portland and settled in Aberdeen. She died July 25 1909 after a brief illness leaving husband Perry Leslie Silvey her parents a sister and brother and many friends. The Circle Auxiliary to Woodmen of the World accompanied the casket to Portland for interment and floral tributes were extensive.
July 31 report from Elma says John Covich was buried alive when a tunnel collapse trapped him under earth at the White Star lumber mill. David Ward was partially buried and later treated at a local hospital. Covich’s body was recovered and the coroner notified. The men’s relatives could not be learned. Ward’s condition was described as resting easily. Covich was an Austrian immigrant about 40 years old.
A detailed portrait argues Nelson W. Aldrich uses Wall Street interests to steer Senate power. It praises his leadership, organizational skill, and tireless work ethic while noting his fearsome influence and ability to punish opponents by negative action.
The passage describes Aldrich using strategic concessions on non essential items to shape policy. He prefers to draft tariff laws and dictate financial legislation while tolerating others framing appropriations and regulation. This exposes his method to influence core policy while yielding on less critical fights.
Spokane July 31 Representatives Edge and committee prepare an impeachment case against Insurance Commissioner Schively with Attorney General Lee assisting. About twenty five witnesses plus depositions will be used. trial expected within two weeks at a cost not exceeding 50000 dollars. Schively and his lawyers are reportedly not pressing hard for defense, possibly planning resignation.
The family thanks lodge members and friends for support during the illness and death of wife and daughter Florence. Mentioned are Aden Silvey and Mr and Mrs Bryan. Also promotes a corn cure by Evans Drug Co. with a guarantee.
Weekly list of uncalled letters for the Aberdeen post office ending July 27 1909 includes numerous individuals and vendors. Recipients are urged to call for their mail and to say advertised when inquiring at the box. The office offers employment services and contact details at 408% East Wishkah Street and phone 3551.
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