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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1899
Page
4
Aberdeen Herat announces publication by John J. Carney with advertising rates and free birth marriage and death notices. Subscriptions listed for one year six months and three months. Readers urged to send correspondence on public interest topics with writer name.
The Herald of Chehalis County asserts it is the official paper with the largest circulation in Grays Harbor. Advertising contracts rely on this claim and any misstatement would nullify payments due under the contract.
In a strong statement dated August 24 1899 the Iowa Democracy criticizes the U S war in the Philippines. It praises the Cuba war but condemns conquest of the Philippines arguing it contradicts republican ideals and risks Anglo American alliance. It rejects imperialism and militarism and calls for termination of the war with the same opportunities extended to Cuba.
Washington correspondent notes two large banners proclaim There is only one Alger at the reception for Ex-Secretary Alger in Detroit. The piece argues further Alger administrations would have endangered the government, fearing chaos if the number grew. It reflects relief that only one Alger remains and the republic bears its burdens.
The text laments Alger’s retirement and predicts his lingering influence via Gov. Pingree. It notes Pingree as Alger’s mouthpiece, uses satire on McKinley, and suggests Alger seeks payback against an administration he blames for scapegoating him.
The Tacoma Sun quotes a Washington Post critique of McKinley administration actions and asks defenders to prove claims on civil service purifications, army appointments, Alger, Alaska, the Philippine conflict, gold standard, and cabinet urges. Bondholders fear McKinley reelection and push for a Democrat acceptable to finance interests to counter Bryan.
The Everett Independent notes American malt and distilled liquor exports to the Philippines, praising the colonization effort. It cites O. P. Austin showing beer imports rising from 600 to 152,403 gallons in a year and liquor trade increasing from 337 dollars to 71,635 dollars, framing it as blessings of American civilization.
Eleven states plan elections next November for offices from governor to federal court judges. Kentucky and Ohio hold governor races. Maryland Massachusetts Mississippi also vote for governor and legislature. New Jersey New York Nebraska Virginia and Pennsylvania choose state and judicial posts.
L. G. Dillman of Spokane and New York promotes a Twin City Electric Street Railway linking Aberdeen to Hoquiam with a 75 000 stock plan and 14 month completion target. A meeting backed by Judge Allyn formed a committee to canvass subscriptions and land donations as talks point to a brewery packing plant and racing park midway between the cities.
The Chehalis county superintendent reports flourishing schools with 3469 children of school age, 2009 average daily attendance, and 89 teachers averaging 50.69 for males and 50.4 for females. Six school houses serve pupils, total annual cost $2,061,600, about $270 per pupil, leaving a balance of 168 dollars at year end.
Central lodging house with strong business history offered for quick sale. Present proprietor seeks other business interests. Inquiries via Heraup office.
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