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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1913
Page
4
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The Herald proclaims it is the oldest paper on rays Harbor and the largest in Che nmalle county. Advertising contracts rely on this claim and all money due under contracts based on it may be forfeited if the statement proves untrue.
Montesano Commercial club declined a resolution to rename Chehalis county to Grays Harbor county arguing changes would confuse records and the courthouse. The Chehalis County Call cites absurd reasons, while supporters say the new name already has global recognition and would boost advertising, making it a clear business decision.
Editorial condemns Taft for attempting to pack the Federal judiciary with lifetime appointees aligned to his policies. It denounces the move as undemocratic and notes the senate’s refusal to confirm. The piece questions motives and compares patronage for a new administration to seizing it for an outgoing one.
Governor Lister asserts he will use the veto on unnecessary appropriations and warns legislators to beware soft language and weak backbone. He declares he will not hesitate to act in the state's interests and insists he aims to leave office with a strong record.
Tacoma News warns that the Snoqualmie Pass road scheme, backed by the Southwest Washington Development League and State Good Roads, could spark scandal as legislators push about 4500000 in state funds and federal aid for a project seen as curiously directed and potentially wasteful.
Hoquiam figure Alex Polson states the state should not sell timber lands now to fund the capitol. He argues the lands in the Olympic Peninsula will rise in stumpage value as the region develops and markets improve, suggesting holding lands or borrowing as needed.
Grays Harbor dominated the Southwest Development association meeting last week and elected L. H. Brewer of Hoquiam as president. Mayor Little of Raymond praised Grays Harbor leadership in Aberdeen a week earlier, and The Herald congratulates Brewer on the honor and Grays Harbor on the appointment.
Twenty five years after a United States fish commission report, fishermen Meinart Wachsmuth and Herbert Nelson of Tokeland located halibut banks about 30 miles off the bar. After two days they brought in three tons of halibut to Astoria, signaling a potential new branch of Willapa harbor's fishing industry as more divers seek the banks with better gear.
In Olympia on February 17 the supreme court upheld the Chehalis county superior court ruling denying Newton C. Gauntt the ability to collect additional funds from Chehalis county commissioners. Gauntt sought damages and profits claiming loss due to courthouse plans, but the court ruled against him.
A. J. Harder sold The Cosmopolitan yesterday in Cosmopolis to a group of local business men for 1000 dollars. Oscar Grace, an experienced California newspaperman, will edit and manage the paper and takes charge after the deal. Harder will head the Democratic County organization plan next week and assume state hotel inspector duties.
Practical tips to cut living costs by buying in bulk using seasonal foods and eggless substitutes. Recipes include eggless doughnuts and pumpkin pies, plus economical meat dishes like beef loaf pork in batter and lamb a la Creole. Detailed cooking steps and ingredient amounts provided.
In the police court C H Stanton and J Barnes were jailed four months for vagrancy and begging after gloves belonging to Dr G E Chamberlain were found on Stanton. Walter Kanenen and Oscar W Dakland, caught stealing from the steamer Daisy Mitchell, received six months each. Mrs George Miller of the Grand rooming house had bail forfeited after failing to appear on a charge of keeping a disorderly house.
John Talaite, a six year employee of North Western Lumber Company camp No 6 on Elk river, was crushed by a rolling log Saturday morning. A nearby logger warned too late. Talaite, a Finland native with a wife and four children, died instantly. The body was taken to Grays Harbor Undertaking Parlors, Hoquiam.
Grays Harbor exporters show January shipments valued at 82746 dollars per a report by F C Harper Collector of Customs Seattle. Officials expect higher figures for February and March as lineyard orders flood in and mills run at full capacity.
City Clerk P F Clark posts the declaration of candidacy for Aberdeen Washington municipal primary election to be held March 10 1913. Names and addresses cover mayor council ward officials socialist ticket and city treasurer with polling hours from 11 AM to 8 PM.
Mrs Catherine Bradley Lowe and Dr C J Bartlett wed Saturday afternoon at the bride’s home 112 East Fourth Street Congregational pastor Rev Charles McDermoth officiated Relatives attended and the couple reside at 112 East Fourth Street after the ceremony
The bankrupt Plymouth Clothing store stock and fixtures were sold by trustees A. E. Alexander to Robinson Bros. of Centralia for 4290 dollars. The inventory valuation by appraisers stood at 9300 dollars.
The Aberdeen chapter of the Alumni of the University of Michigan aims to bring the Michigan Musical clubs to Aberdeen on April 9 if a $250 receipts guarantee is feasible. The Michigan singers will tour the Northwest with stops in Portland Seattle Tacoma and six other cities and reserve Aberdeen if conditions permit.
Classified notice seeking a first class photo finisher and outdoor operator. Open to man or woman. Application details at 836 Finch Building.
The notice lists Averdeen Printing Co. and Particular Printers located at 309 East Wishkah Street. It appears as a directory or business reference in the local paper.
A daily or frequent brushing method lifts hair from the scalp by outward wrist twists. Divide hair into strands and brush in a circular pattern from the head, then move upward until all hair is lightened and puffed. Continuous brushing dries and puffs straight hair.
To reuse toilet soap cut into thin shavings and dissolved in a small amount of warm water. Add three tablespoonfuls of eau de cologne and one tablespoon of lemon juice. Pour the mixture into small moulds such as baking powder tin tops. It will harden into small flat cakes.
When milk is used in cake the liquid and flour are added alternately to ease incorporation. A porous texture often signals too much baking powder or cream of tartar and soda.
In a brief, humorous exchange Persiflage reports a neighbor asking about illness. Jones explains he was sick but the doctor treated it, while the other quips that the fever was arrested for making threats. The light repartee highlights social humor rather than event details.
A reflective quote attributed to Isaac Newton compares self perception to a child on a shore. It contrasts a minor discovery with the vast uncharted ocean of truth awaiting exploration.
A fragment notes the carp breathes and claims it moves 4386 bones and muscles while its veins total 4329. The odd figures emphasize the creature’s internal complexity rather than scientific precision.
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