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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1905
Page
4
The Sem Weekly Aberdeen Herald claims it is the oldest paper on Grays Harbor with the largest circulation in Chehalis County. Advertising contracts are based on that claim and all money due will be forfeited if the statement is not absolutely true.
The Evening fusion defends suppressing news on Oppenheimer amid alleged swindling links with the Herald Printery dispute. It argues the Bulletin avoided the matter to protect a costly suit, while critics claim bias favors the accused and denounce a cover up affecting public safety and accountability.
The article notes Yale College accepting a million dollar gift from John D. Rockefeller. It contrasts the Standard Oil trust as an example of private monopoly and criticizes oil trust extortion, suggesting Rockefeller could fund many colleges with unearned profits.
In a Harvard class reunion speech President Roosevelt condemns rising student expenses. He says liberal spending distances students from excellence and risks wasting time and funds on pleasures instead of study. The address is described as wholesome and prudent.
Mrs. Leonard Schwab drowned crossing loose logs at Elliott's slough during a day of fishing with her husband. The accident happened when a four foot log turned over causing both to fall into the water. Schwab recovered dazed, but Mrs. Schwab was not found until hours later near the site. She was 19, a local Aberdeen resident, and had married in 1904. Funeral plans were not yet set.
A quality in Royal Baking Powder makes food more digestible and wholesome. Physicians note this peculiarity and endorse the product. Royal Baking Powder Co., New York.
The piece critiques a newspaper tactic of attacking opponents to divert attention from the case at hand. It argues the approach insults readers and undermines the jury, noting a conflict over a drummer’s communication and defending the editor against public misperception.
Editor notes the council should settle ongoing litigation on the Veysey Market street building before pursuing further cases. Veysey claims construction began before the fire limit ordinance, while other shack owners may raise similar defenses, suggesting a single suit could spare business costs.
The president's special commission investigates the Public Printer Pal mer contract for seventy two Lawson Monotype machines. The Washington World correspondent reports star chamber proceedings and warns the scandal could be whitewashed if public scrutiny fails. The dispatch cites lavish entertainments by Lawson Machine Co for government printing office officials.
The text contrasts Senator Hill's Equitable retainer with Senator Depew's payment, noting Hill earned about one quarter as much. It questions if Hill drew that salary while opposing the income tax in the senate.
The text questions the figure of fifty one million two hundred seventy two thousand six hundred sixty six dollars in Rockefeller gifts and asks if there were donations without public fanfare or ceremonial music.
The article extols local pride while acknowledging flaws in every town. It argues that caring for one’s home and critiquing constructively fuels growth, prosperity, and progress for communities and individuals alike.
The Daily Bonbon criticizes the Typographical Union for its rules calling a local shop owner an officer “Rat” for paying wages above union scale. The piece alleges the proprietor works about four hours weekly in the mechanical department to meet costs. The Herard editor notes a 23 year career without being charged for dodging any agreement.
Washington report quotes Chairman Shonts of the Panama canal commission saying a lock canal would be impracticable and that a sea level canal is essential with an estimated cost of 600 million dollars. Some experts put the price near one billion. The Western Christian Advocate cites a judge urging Christian principles to guide public rights in industrial competition while noting legislation cannot wait on such changes.
The piece argues New York should purchase a majority of Equitable stock and run it as a state company to reduce risk to citizens. It claims a state insurer could provide insurance at cost and deliver broad security to policy holders. The Aberdeen Bulletin is noted for mirroring Seattle Times. Houston Post cautions railway managers to engage with the public to avoid angering the populace.
The Southwest Washington league played seven games over Saturday and Sunday at Electric Park and Montesano. At Electric Park the Olympia Senators swept three of four from Hoquiam Perfect Gentlemen. At Montesano the Pip pins and Farmers delivered tight baseball with a 7 6 first game Farmers win and an 11 inning second game final Montesano 3 Aberdeen 2.
Supreme Court four-justice majority holds the risk assumption doctrine cannot bar Hall’s suit against West & Slade Mill for injuries from a set screw on a revolving shaft because the 1903 factory inspection law requires safeguarding machinery. Hall, who wore anticipated danger while at work, secured $5,000 from the lower court, affirmed by the high court. dissenters Root Crow Rudkin contest reasoning.
The new Wilson Brothers mill office will be a two story building with a 50 by 60 foot ground floor for offices and storage. The first floor will house the business office president's room and vault while the upstairs will serve as a drafting room. Finishes use native woods and home made desks with ample light and a veranda on the front and west sides for appearance and protection.
An ad pitches a subscription plan offering city county and general news twice weekly for 1.50, contrasting it with a 6.00 yearly rate for partial daily local coverage, appealing to cost-conscious readers.
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