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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1911
Page
2
Aberdeen and nearby areas report a flurry of activity including travel to North Yakima and San Diego for business, engagements announced, and property trades. Local names include Oscar Nelson, R C Sargent, Hurd, Teft, McLeod, and Davidson. Community events feature theater outings, hotel purchases, and a August wedding plan in Aberdeen.
L A Konaugh and T Nijland escaped serious injury when their car skidded on loose gravel near Montesano and rolled end over end. Nijland suffered a fractured thigh while Donaugh endured a severely bruised shoulder. W J Patterson helped transport them to Aberdeen hospital for treatment.
F L McNally of Seattle investigates Aberdeen phone service after W J Patterson’s council testimony. He confirms the complaint’s validity and cites a planned $135000 system upgrade to meet rapid growth, noting phones rose from 735 on January 1 1907 to 1809 by July 1 1911 and suggesting higher operator wages possibly with rate increases.
The Aberdeen Civic Improvement association fixes the annual flower show for Saturday September 2 likely at the Young building at Wishkah and H streets. Committees and school judges named include Roses Mrs J C Hogan and other categories with Mrs J B Euston and Mrs A D Wood leading key divisions. judges from Hoquiam Cosmopolis and Aberdeen named.
The Washington State Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis will hold an exhibit in Aberdeen in September under the Aberdeen Civic Improvement Association. The exhibit will show moving pictures of the disease in its stages and conditions for its spread, plus the latest prevention and cure discoveries.
The Pacific Coast union branches warn to catch R. Wortman after crimes of former Agent William Gohl. A $250 reward is offered for information leading to arrest and conviction. Wortman’s shortage is $158.
Arthur Wilson superintendent of city schools and his wife return from Iowa before the new term begins September 5. The board of education has had Franklin school house painted and other buildings repaired in preparation for the coming school year.
The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Derdeen Printing Company will be held at the office on East Wishkah Street on the 29th at 7 o'clock p.m. for transaction of such business as may come before them.
Plans are advancing for an international rifle match this September between the Duke of Connaught's Own Rifles from Vancouver and Company G of this city. First Lieutenant H A Comeau will organize and act as executive officer. One plan proposes ten shots slow fire on 200 500 and 1000 yard ranges plus a skirmish run. The local team may visit Vancouver next season with expenses to be raised by subscription and a donor cup considered. The Canadian regiment earned its Boer War name when the Duke of Connaught funded its South Africa action.
Local jeweler T. J. Thomas announces Saturday night is the closing time for his auction sale at Thomas' Jewelry Store located at Corner Wishkah and G in Aberdeen. He promotes a square deal, honest goods, and honest prices with gratitude from customers.
Fred Brendlinger in a bathing suit waded into the Westport surf and attempted to drown himself. He was rescued and taken to Montesano for a mental examination after declaring he was tired of life. A postal card and a letter to his brother were found among his possessions.
At the Christian Church on Third and L streets the pastor outlines themes for Sunday. At 11 a.m. a wireless message from Jesus to the Church in Aberdeen and at 8 p.m. the Parable of the Gospel Train. Bible School at 10 a.m. and Young People at 7 p.m. Union Endeavor service with a cordial welcome from Minister Marion F. Horn.
Deputy Sheriff M. J. Doyle of Westport detained Levi Sproule on the boat last evening after Sproule allegedly assaulted the officer. Sproule is to have a hearing before Judge Tucker today.
For light and heavy hauling call A. A. Star Transfer, phone 420.
Eight quarts of elderberries receive four quarts of boiling water and steep twelve hours. Strain and press the juice then add half an ounce of powdered cloves one ounce of powdered cinnamon and three pounds of sugar per four quarts of juice. Boil five minutes and ferment in a stone crack covered with a cloth. When fermentation ends bottle and seal.
The game mirrors the potato race where guests collect wrapped snowballs from two lines to two baskets. Each child runs to grab the farthest ball without breaking it, earning points for completing their line, while inside items are revealed after all balls are gathered.
Woodrow Wilson argues that progress requires clear aims and universal frankness. He warns that secrecy in big business stifles advancement and calls for publicity in business matters to propel a living, responsive society.
A parable voice urges effort as bees squirrels snowdrops sun larks oxen and a boy named Try push through challenges. Each character embodies perseverance from flowers to fields proving that trying leads to growth and success. The refrain echoes a creed to keep attempting and improve through effort.
A playful assortment of riddles and wordplay. Engraver fears drowning because he is used to die sinking. A ship lies at the wharf. A mother vs barber contrasts razors and shavers. A man before a crowd is backed by the press. The largest room is the room for improvement. A well trained horse halts at the sound of wo.
A teacher explains choices of land with France on one side and asks the boy what is seen on the other hand. The boy answers warts, revealing a frightened reaction to the discussion and the lesson's stark comparison.
A speaker recalls meeting an aged man who walks with or without a cane. The man explains he carries a stick when in haste because it is his hurry cane.
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