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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1914
Page
2
A digest of local visits and movements includes J Patterson's business trip to Centralia and Mrs N A Bush's trip to Sound cities. Many residents attend meetings and social events including clubs, religious groups, and the Eagles hall. A ten pound daughter was born to Mr and Mrs W H Murray.
A fire at R. H. Bassett’s drug store at 304 East Wishkah street was discovered around 2 am. Investigators say stock in the room where the blaze started suffered heavy scorching and water damage while insurance adjusts the loss. the building owned by Silas W. Pearson also suffered window breaking and smoke damage, with coverage in place.
At a board and stockholders meeting of the Jefferson Oil Co the Hoh river property including a standard drilling rig and about 300 acres was leased to A W Lane of Seattle for ten years at one eighth royalty. Lane must drill by July 1 1915 or the lease forfeits. Lane pays royalties at the well in tanks. Directors signed. J S Waugh declined citing small stockholder protection concerns amid fears of losses if no further financing. others argued the lease may secure the field and protect creditors.
Mrs Henry Kanerva died at a local hospital on Wednesday night at age 40. She is survived by her husband, a well known fisherman, residing at 1121 Marion Street, South Aberdeen. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made.
A consignment of new federal reserve bank notes issued by the Chicago bank has been received by Chehalis County Bank. The notes depict President Lincoln and are now in circulation through local banking channels.
P. J. McHugh of Elma reports locating a large tin ore body in the Olympics after sampling the find and sending specimens to reputable chemists for analysis. The claim highlights potential mineral wealth and awaits verification.
Advertises the Home Butter Merger as a practical money saver for households using three pounds of butter weekly. Claims ten weeks of use yields savings enough to offset the cost, pitched as a holiday gift idea. Offers order address 116 South F Street, Aberdeen.
At a meeting of North Aberdeen property owners called by Councilman Brecht, residents decided to form a fill district and fill the entire flat from the hills. The outcome will be announced to the city council tomorrow night.
Raymond Sauers stopped his auto on Heron street last evening to locate a gasoline leak. He struck a match to locate the leak and a quick flash followed. Sauers and bystanders quickly used blankets rugs and overcoats to extinguish the blaze though the car was severely scorched.
The Herald provides constant updates across politics, sports, and local events. Readers stay informed with brief summaries, scores, and notices from city departments and regional organizations.
At the Aberdeen Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles Friday night officers were elected for the coming term. They include Worthy president J E Pechace, Worthy vice president H J Sladek, chaplain Charles Conway, Worthy secretary W P Moore, Worthy treasurer John Gronow, inside guard A H Redwinkle, outside guard A C Kelley, Trustee John O’Hare, lodge physicians Dr. Austin and Dr. Randolph.
Mrs. Mario Wilson was arrested on a warrant sworn by F Wilkinson who alleges she shot his cow on September 6. The Hoquiam valley residents appeared in Judge Phillips court and requested a continuance. the case will be heard Thursday afternoon.
An old medical advertisement touts Dr. King's New Life Pills to activate the liver and bowels, improve digestion, and purify the blood with a 25 cent price at the druggist. Bucklen's Arnica Salve is praised for piles, presented as a companion remedy.
Clarence M. Weed describes the cabbage worm as a common pest in cabbage gardens. Eggs laid by white butterflies hatch into green caterpillars that feed on heads, with several broods possible each season. Remedies include heat treatment, pyrethrum dust, fresh insect powder, and destroying infested leaves to prevent future moth lays.
J H Wolcott of Aberdeen Washington testifies to the Heralds value as an advertising medium He notes a ten inch advert advertised a Saturday demonstration from 2 to 4 pm attracting more than 10 attendees The demo extended to six hours and merged 20 pounds of butter into 40 pounds proving the Mergers advertised benefits.
A Baltimore American quotation notes that women could understand political matters if given the franchise and if sweeping reforms were considered. The remark frames women's insight as tied to major reforms on the agenda.
A dated ad extols Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey for colds and coughs. It urges immediate self care to protect households, promises to loosen mucus and soothe lungs, and notes a 25 cent price at the druggist.
A camellia tree fifty feet high stands in Plenitz near Dresden, believed to have been brought from Japan in 1840. The tall ornamental tree draws attention as a notable horticultural specimen and remains a local landmark.
Wash cucumbers in cold water and dry. Pack in jars with alternating layers of green peppers and thinly sliced horse radish. Prepare a brine of one gallon vinegar salt sugar white mustard seed black pepper and alum. Boil, then pour hot over cucumbers on three successive days.
To two cupfuls boiled and strained pumpkin add three quarters cupful sugar two well beaten eggs two tablespoonfuls molasses one tablespoonful melted butter one half teaspoonful each ginger and cinnamon small pinch of salt and two cupfuls milk. This is enough for two pies.
In a brief New York Times quip a blond woman laments a mislaid footgear mix up after another woman departs with both right overshoes leaving her the left pair. TheExchange humor highlights a light domestic moment from the page.
A courtroom style exchange questions whether Venus has yielded any discoveries. The professor asserts inquiry into space and art, while the student counters that no discoveries exist if the visuals are correct.
An old newspaper note promotes Jad Salts as a remedy for kidney and bladder discomfort including backache, dizziness, and urinary irritation. It argues reduced meat intake, ample water, and a daily lime acid lithia solution will flush and normalize kidneys, claiming generations of use and easy affordability.
The Herald proclaims itself the most widely read paper in Chehalis County and urges advertisers to trust its reach and coverage as the source for local information and notices.
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