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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1914
Page
4
The Aberdeen Herald announces semi weekly publication from 309 East Wishkah Street with editor J. Carney. Subscriptions are 2.00 per year, 1.56 for six months, 1.00 for cash in advance. Ads must be submitted by Monday noon for Tuesday and Thursday noon for Friday.
The piece reviews the 1914 commission rule adoption with 1918 effects highlighting Pennsylvania’s acceptance with minor changes and broader moves toward county and state reforms aided by the short ballot. It notes Kansas governors and western state debates, the push for simplified offices, and potential expansion beyond cities. It also discusses California school uniforms urged by State Superintendent Hyatt as a democratic, modest alternative to current high school attire, stressing equal rights and self respect.
The article alerts readers to many mail prohibitions during the holidays. It notes not mailing tobacco or patent medicines abroad and warns about items liable to decomposition or customs duties. It also cautions that alcohol cannot be mailed and that postoffice inspections frequently reveal violations.
A Spokane Spokesman-Review excerpt notes that Aberdeen Washington high school life experiences envy, heartbreak, and humiliation due to dress codes. It argues against social distinctions, calling dress standards harmful yet unnecessary in a single local high school.
Blackfeet chiefs from Glacier National Park pitched a tepee village on the Hotel Sherman roof during the Chicago land show stay. Eagle Calf wrote a verse hung in the lobby, admiring the city view as hundreds toured the Glacier exhibit at the Coliseum with lectures, paintings, and moving pictures.
Senator Wesley L. Jones defends voting for the currency bill citing state support while wishing for a different law. He laments limited consultation by President Wilson and others and fears the law will fail to cure past policy, preferring the Aldrich central bank plan. He concedes voting for Lorimer despite public opposition. Tacoma Tribune notes trivial gift at New York Met Museum of Art.
James Bryce, former British ambassador to Washington, asserts a deep and mutual friendship between the United States and Britain. He argues that while government and national interests may change, the people share speech literature institutions beliefs and traditions that bind them as permanent allies.
The dialogue shows Madge pleased with presents and Meurjorie confirming seventeen received and fifteen to exchange.
The speaker contrasts American and European audiences noting Americans chase amusement while Europeans treat theater as sacred art. He argues American taste for true artistry has progressed elsewhere and should advance in drama with similar speed.
Grand Rapids clergyman argues divorce evidenciaas trial marriage and progressive polygamy reflect national failure. He condemns easy divorce as a social confession of weakness and cites rising divorce rates as proof of widespread acceptance.
A collage of quotes on faddism politics and gender roles. Notes include suicides tied to lead use, a St Louis professor announcing a new physics law, fashion trends, and calls to abstain from alcohol. Also reference to a New Mexico estoconus discovery and Nobel literature prize hints.
J Poster Stackhouse leads the 1914 British expedition planning, receiving 4800 service offers from eager men including sixteen peers. One applicant even offers to be an assistant to the cook if no better role exists.
Public auction will occur January 10 1914 at 11 a m at the Montesano courthouse to satisfy a foreclosed judgment of 975 plus 100 attorney fees and 13 costs entered December 8 1913. The defendants include Chas G Nolop S Etta Nolop W G Powell Ina S Powell.
Eastbound departures from Aberdeen at 6 05 am and 11 15 am depart for Aberdeen Portland and Seattle arriving times show 6 00 am 2 15 pm 6 45 am and 2 00 pm 6 15 am 3 15 pm for the Oregon Washington Railway and Navigation Co schedule.
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