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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1905
Page
4
The Herald asserts it is the oldest paper on Grays Harbor with a larger circulation than any other paper in Chehalis county. Advertising contracts rely on this claim and money due under contracts could be forfeited if the statement is not absolutely accurate.
The editorial criticizes Governor Mead for ordering Charles B. Wood and seven guards dismissed at Walla Walla, arguing political favoritism harms state service. It notes the perjury case was dropped due to oath issues and accuses Warden Rees of instigating the misconduct. It concludes with a call for impartial duties over political maneuvering and cites cedar shingles market gains amid low supply and steady demand.
Notice to stockholders of the Union Mill Company. A meeting will be at the mill office in Aberdeen Washington on October 16 1905 at 8 p m to vote on increasing capital stock from 40000 to 60000. Dated Aberdeen August 9 1905 by trustees T L Doveins J A Mares J B Karshuner J G Lewis. Last publication October 15.
An advertisement from Flat Rock Michigan touts Bucklens Arnica Salve as the best healing dressing for ulcers sores and cancers. It claims the salve soothes cuts burns and scalds and is available at Red Cross Pharmacy for 25 cents with a guarantee. The notice promotes The SemiWeb newspaper subscription at $1.50 yearly.
Chehalis County items from Aberdeen Herald and county exchanges note Elias Bryan pursuing tax delinquents, rate cuts on office phones, Anna Mitchell planning to reopen the Dewey hotel by August 10, painters at work, D. J. Barrows moving to Merrill Oregon, hatchery prep near Montesano, Fire Warden Young on horseback, W B Wilson buying land in Academy addition, James A Perkins visiting Toledo, Oregon, Gaston Mock taking over Pfund jewelry store, J B Fyerer reporting California timber deal, Mrs Ella Goodell leasing her home to C E Harris, health trip to California, and pending election of her successor in city schools.
Miss Beulah Douglas left for Auburn California after visiting Miss Clarice McGlauffin. Mr and Mrs Kimbark Alvin Bean and family returned from camping at Moclips. A large party of 28 including Mr and Mrs E O McGlauffin Mr and Mrs R E Dandy and Mrs Cranston spent Sunday at Oyehut picnicking in the groves.
The first celery shipment of the season leaves Elma on Tuesday. Various locals visit or host guests including Miss Ida Dickson who won a watch, Geo. Bugbee of Seattle staying with Joseph Seybold, and Inez Maxwell visiting her parents. The creamery ships 50 gallons daily to Hygeia Milk Co. in Tacoma amid other town developments and social events.
Chas Lenfesty leaves for the Portland fair on Monday. Mies Dunham departs Tuesday to return home to Portland after visiting Millicent Hanson. H W Duprey reports clearing a farm near Elma and aims to establish a home. W L McNair of Elma Livery visits town for a few days. W G Davis, father of Mrs W L Adams, now in Jackson Michigan, visits the city. Y M C A night school preparations advance as a top local educational effort.
Mr Kneeland and party returned from Mt Rainier Saturday evening. Robert Bruce of Orting is visiting Mrs Janet Lawes. A lodge of Good Templars is being organized eight orders represented in town. C E Lesh of Elma director of the band in that place was in town Wednesday to interview citizens about organizing a band here. The Rebekah lodge installed officers at the last meeting. The following are the names of the officers for
The document names Eila Vorp r as noble grand Ada Bagshaw as vice grand D W Bagshaw as secretary Martha Palmer as treasurer Annie Fitzgerald as past grand Frank Ericson as warden Clara Trudgian as conductor Annie Griswold R8N G KE M Glover L8S N 63 Cecil Gris wold R8 V G Susie Vandervort SS V G Louise Liesner Chaplain John Vosper inside guard Howard Kishbaugh outside guard.
Mrs L H Burnett entertained fifty guests at the Washington house in honor of Mr Sebastian H Burnett of Toronto. The program featured a piano solo and violin pieces by Mr Burnett and Master Charles Burnett, age 16, who accompanied singers. guests praised the event and praised the host as queen of entertainers.
A Salt Lake City couple praises Ballard's Horehound Syrup for coughs and colds, stating it provides immediate relief and is pleasant to take after years of use. Sold by W. B. Paine & Co with price markings of 5c 50e and $100.
A list of names whose letters remain uncalled for at the Aberdeen post office for the week ending August 8 1905. Recipients should respond by stating Advertised to claim their mail. R P Campbell postmaster.
Reverend W L Riley of Cuba New York reports fifteen days of excruciating sciatic and rheumatic pain. After trying various treatments Ballard's Snow Liniment gave immediate relief and complete relief by the second application. He highly recommends it. Prices 25c 50c and 1.00 sold by W B Paine & Co.
Harry Linder returns from Washington with a patent on a veneer berry box. The two piece design uses no staples or sewing and closes like an envelope. It ships knocked down and claims to load fifteen car loads of existing baskets into one car, greatly cutting freight.
Testimonial from E. W. Sullivan of Sullivan House El Reno Oklahoma Territory dated June 6 1902 recommends Ballard's Snow Liniment for rheumatism as providing immediate relief. Available in 25c 50c and 1.00 sizes and sold by W B Paine & Co.
We extend sincere thanks for the kindness shown during the burial of our beloved daughter sister and wife Alice Vanacie Swab. Mr L J Swas Mr and Mrs T Vaxcuz and Family express gratitude for support and sympathy.
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