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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1898
Page
4
A partisan critique targets local officials and candidates in Chehalis and Aberdeen. It accuses Geo. A. Black of seeking salary with an oath of election and questions his fitness for city clerk while noting Alaska and Philippines costs amid looming treaty debates.
The Herald presents its status as Chehalis County’s official paper, noting its position as Grays Harbor area’s oldest publication with the largest circulation in the county as of Thursday December 1, 1898.
The Chehalis County contest centers on Geo A Black alleging malconduct by election boards in Summit Oakville and Neushkah precincts to overturn votes for auditor. The complaint hints at possible quo warrantos action and notes lawyers Irwin Bridges for Black and Sells with Seattle counsels Abel and Donald defending.
In Sedro Washington dated November 18 1808 Mrs I E West extols Hood's pills as gentle reliable cathartics. The notice also records the death of James Girton and Aberdeen Lodge No 31 offers condolences and resolves to publish the tribute and forward copies to the family local papers and the Washington Workman.
The report shows counts of school districts, bonds and funds, teacher salaries, and institute enrollments for 1897. It notes districts may hire special teachers like music if current funds exceed mandatory schooling time.
Photographer H B Merri Weather at 8 E cor Heron and I streets extends a free cabinet order and a 14 by 17 portrait from the original negative to December 1. The offer covers one dozen platinum cabinets at four dollars each and applies rain or shine. Remember to bring the baby for a large photo.
The commentary critiques ongoing peace treaty delays with the Philippines, cites massive federal spending, and argues McKinley avoids new legislation for Puerto Rico and the islands. It notes political deals to secure Senate support, party machine power in Washington, and personnel moves within the Hanna–McKinley network.
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