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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
6
The Aberdeen Herald discusses capital and labor equal before the law and federal enforcement of anti monopoly actions. It notes the federal department of justice and Wilson's presidency amid debates on official prosecutions and legislative powers.
Opinion reflects on legal actions against the United Mine Workers Union in West Virginia and the President’s stance on a contested bill. It argues that exempting certain groups from law damages democratic principles and urges inclusive, fair enforcement to curb privilege in political and economic life.
The Seattle Times discusses reform efforts to eliminate useless wording in legal documents and highlights St Louis controversy over a woman charged with wearing men's clothes. The piece praises Secretary Lane's land clearance in Washington and cites Wilson's view that conservation means development, signaling a shift toward Western resource development.
A Tacoma Tribune letter quotes a wary commoner tired of being ruled by politicians who fail in private life. The writer calls for leaders with real business or law experience, arguing the successful rarely seek politics, highlighting a central American political tension.
Aberdeen reaches a compromise with Grays Harbor Railway and Light Co to trim street lighting costs by replacing incandescent lamps with ten thousand candlepower bulbs. The change reduces the city’s annual payments by over 2500 dollars, a rare concession for a firm in hard times.
The Grays Harbor Railway and Light Co presents its view on street lighting costs as the city debates economy. It notes contracts since 1906 and 1912, a shift from arc to tungsten lamps, and claims annual savings of about 2 660 dollars with partial reimbursement for conversion costs.
An insurance adjuster warns that detailing how an accident happened can complicate claims. He recalls elevator and laundry incidents where witnesses duplicating the scene led to additional amputations and tragic outcomes. He urges factual reporting over sensational demonstrations.
A brief humorous exchange notes mourning for a husband lasting from March 5 to May 5 and a carnival season hiatus of two months, prompting a remark that the period totals fourteen months in a light newspaper quip.
The text weighs economy against time in home catering for dances receptions weddings and parties. It argues spending money on bonbons olives and rolls can save time, notes homemade salad can be cheaper but olives and bonbons keep feast quality, and warns ice cream is troublesome without proper equipment.
A traffic safety expert warns that many accidents come from rear passing and distraction by pedestrians. The piece urges drivers and pedestrians to use caution and support traffic police, then shifts to fashion advice cautioning against overusing bright linings in coats and suggesting lining as the main color splash.
Instructions describe winter rug storage with cleaning, pepper tea spray, sun and beat, roll in paper and cloth, and camphor scent. Then a humorous cartoon dialogue about Effie and Willie's sister Effie with a punchline about a dollar for information.
A New Orleans Picayune item notes a man mistook yeast for buttermilk and woke three hours earlier the next morning. The quip contrasts pretended virtuous behavior with Montaigne’s counsel to emulate vice or virtue.
The London Chronicle recounts the New River company begun 300 years ago with James I backing Hugh Myd delton for half the 72 shares. After 25 years no dividends, shares valued at 5 pounds, Charles J. secured a fixed 500 pound yearly settlement, and 20 years ago an undivided adventurer’s share sold for 94900 pounds in the open market.
An editor at a Wisconsin experiment station sought a complete reference library by requesting recent reports from horticultural, dairying and other agricultural groups. Most organizations complied. one replied that their latest report is not yet published but sent a copy under separate cover.
A steward teases an American father-in-law about a haunted west wing of his son-in-law’s ancestral home. The father-in-law quips it’s ideal for a quiet card game when the men visit. The Cleveland Plain Dealer conveys the scene with humor.
Mrs. Nu Glory asks how to know if an encore is desired at the simateur theatrical, and Mrs. Korstic replies that they will bear the cat ralls to signal approval.
City carrier subscribers not receiving the Herald on Tuesday and Friday by 6 p m should call City Messenger Co. at phone 72 to have a copy delivered immediately.
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