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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1905
Page
4
The Aberdeen Herald claims to be the oldest paper on Grays Marker with the largest circulation in Chehalis county. Advertising contracts rely on this claim and payments made under it may be forfeited if the statement is not absolutely true.
A secret city council meeting revealed five of seven members favor delaying the Wishkah River bridge closure to allow a steel bridge costing at least 30,000. Opponents argue rebuild of the old bridge at 2,500 with lumber 1,500 in two years is quicker and cheaper, avoiding lengthy legal steps and potential litigation.
Public opinion calls for restraint as Oregon Senator John H. Mitchell faces a $1000 fine and six months in jail after a conviction. The note urges holding to truth and justice while resisting sympathy for public figures who err.
The building committee governs a petition to make the district north of Market street a veneer district. Veneered brick or corrugated iron homes on vacant lots would benefit owners and the city more than empty tide flat plots. The two year term for the current fire limits expires soon, calling for public spirit over private interest from council members.
In the September Delineator Isabel Gordon Curtis offers advice to ease cleaning duties in her series The Making of a Housewife. The issue also features domestic topics with illustrated cookery and receipts on Cream Jellies Decorative Color Salads and The Potato. Alice M Kellogg explains How to Select Finishing Hardware and Ward MacLeod writes Growing Bulbs Indoors.
Hoquiam residents hear of Humptulips country adjoining the city with rich bottom land rivaling Chehalis valley. Burrows says demand exceeds supply and a new railroad will spur rapid development, predicting the valley becomes Hoquiam’s richest tributary within ten years. The Cosmopolitan will serialize Confession of a New York Detective starting in September. Henry Raleigh provides illustrations for the feature.
The Mason County Journal presents its Special 1905 Edition highlighting local progress, notable events, and community milestones. Readers are treated to archival features, editorials, and portraits reflecting the era’s civic pride.
A richly illustrated twenty page publication showcases Mason county with detailed information and high quality printing, presenting a comprehensive resource for readers seeking local data and imagery.
A Kansan newspaper notes eccentric instructions for a new infant feeding bottle. The directions tell caretakers to unscrew the bottle and place it in a cool place under the hydrant after feeding, and to boil the milk if the baby fails to thrive.
The timber station at the University of Washington reports Alaska spruce has lower strength than Douglas fir. Alaska spruce carries about 4,580 pounds, while the best grades of Douglas fir withstand about 7,725 pounds.
Wee Willie Campbell and his hired hands faced Montesano in two games at Electric Park. Aberdeen won 9 to 5 on Saturday as Law and Sullivan homered and Campbell scored, with 12 Aberdeen hits to Montesano's 4. Sunday saw Aberdeen win 11 to 6 behind Jitus and Clark, but Montesano forfeited the game after Campbell was ejected by umpire Girard, provoking a severe crowd reaction and poor attendance for the season.
The Misses Williams and Mrs. Fulmer leave for Casdordia Kansas with Portland stops and exposition visits. Mr. and Mrs. Wise of Kalama depart with Miss N Wise after weeks here. J C Carey and Miss Edith Carey of Ames Iowa depart via Portland with Miss Maud Carey for an extended Iowa visit. Beckenhauer party heads to Wayne Nebraska. Arthur plans return later. A large Pear son building meeting hosts Evangelist David E Olson delivering sermons on the New Testament church. Tonight debate Red and Narrow covers and a call to hear the sermon with special music nightly through the week.
The Comet loads at American mill for Santa Barbara while Henry Wilson sails to San Francisco from Wilson mill. Newsboy loads for Honolulu at West & Slade mill. Fred J. Wood at Michigan mill bound for San Pedro. West at West & Slade loads for Chinese port. Mary Winkleman for San Pedro. Robert Lewers at West & Slade, San The E B Jackson from Panama to San Francisco. Mathew Turner and Sailor Boy loading at Hart Wood for San Francisco. Lindauer arrived and loading at Wilson. Aberdeen at Western. Saqua from San Pedro loading for San Pedro at Michigan mill. F M Slade loading 300000 ft lumber for San Francisco at West & Slade. Wrestler at Cosmapolis to load lumber for San Francisco at West & Slade.
Portland reports Elks from many cities will gather August 16 for Elk's Day at the Lewis and Clark exposition. Special trains from Seattle to Denver bring large delegations for a big parade and social session planned by a committee led by Major Charles E. McDonnell.
G. L. Caldwell of Checotah Indian Territory reports April 18 1903 that after two years with enlarged liver and spleen a druggist advised Herbine. He says it made him sound and well and quick relief followed meals. Sold by W B Paine & Co.
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