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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1898
Page
4
Aberdeen Herald lists subscription terms one year six months three months and advertising rates on application. Notices of births marriages or deaths printed free. Correspondence from all parts of the county welcome with name for potential publication.
The Herald claims status as the oldest paper on Grays Harbor and the official paper of Chehalis County with the largest circulation in the county.
The Portland Oregonian accuses Tammany Hall of misstate ments to sway voters over gold contracts and demonetization. It cites past Chicago and 1800 debates, claims Republican alignment with anti gold policies, and accuses the editor of false framing to win votes.
The Aberdeen residents credit their ongoing prosperity to homegrown effort rather than the gold standard or administration. Citizens funded the northern river railroad, supported West & Slade Mill with 2500, and this week contributed 1000 to rebuild Western Cooperage mill. The piece asserts continued growth through enterprise and location.
The United States Geological Survey reports Chehalis County holds the most standing timber of any county in the state. The West Coast and Puget Sound Lumberman notes this fact, credited to Henry Gannett and the USGS.
An estimate of merchantable standing timber in Western Washington is presented, listing totals by counties west of the Cascade mountains. The figures cover total timber across the region, reflecting assessment scales used at the time.
Treasury department figures show merchandise exports for year ending June 30 1898 at 1 210 292 097 dollars up 178 284 494 from the prior year driven mainly by higher agricultural shipments amid land shortages. The excess of exports over imports stood at 594 276 958 dollars with gold inflows totaling 104 975 283 dollars leaving 489 301 655 to apply on European debt stakes.
The treasury department’s year end report shows an ordinary receipts deficit of 49,502,204 for the first year under the Dingley bill, excluding Pacific railroad settlements and war taxes. Compared with the Wilson bill year, the deficit rose by 31,250,040. Customs receipts from foreign sources fell 26,496,799 while internal revenue paid by consumers rose 22,017,562.
The piece notes Republicans insistence that the silver issue is dead while implying unease they feel about reviving the debate. It suggests lingering concerns about monetary policy and party stance on silver.
Readers praise the Aberdeen Herald and its mid summer special illustrated edition for showcasing Grays Harbor's thriving Aberdeen. The editions highlight publishers Girton & Carney, local businesses, and civic pride with extensive photographs, advertisements, and reviews from multiple journals.
The Aberdeen Bulletin notes a lively Grays Harbor region, contrasting local press dynamics with the Tacoma Ledger and the populist Hiraip edition. The piece hints at political shifts and the Herald’s possible Republican lean, citing its attractive summer edition and community features.
Dispatch from Consul Wildman reports General Augustin confirms Manila's surrender after a combined sea and land pressure by Admiral Dewey and General Merritt. The fall follows days of anticipation, with Madrid dispatches lending corroboration. Officials note Augustin's flight may hurt his legacy as a coward amid the news.
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