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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1910
Page
4
A leading local attorney argues that even if the Boss Abel franchise is granted, the interurban would still need to condemn surrounding property and compensate owners. Relying on Section 16 Article 2, the attorney says easements cover public roads only and cannot be used for private railway, making the venture potentially fail like the first franchise.
The evening paper quotes Assessor Carter supporting raising Chehalis County property assessments from 23 percent of real value to 60 percent. He notes high assessed values with low tax rates appeal to investors but warns county commissioners may overextend the levy. He calls for a businesslike county government with recall to ensure true valuation.
The article surveys widespread press discussion on rising living costs with blamed origins from traffic, unions, retailers, and manufacturers. It notes a new Agriculture Department inquiry and ponders potential remedies amid broad social tensions and shifting political issues.
The Aberdeen baseball franchise in the Northwestern league ends with honor after three seasons, including a pennant. The Herald argues the city should repurpose baseball funds to advertise Aberdeen for manufacturing industries and capitalize on Seattle expo publicity.
The article analyzes President Taft’s interstate commerce and trusts message as the view of a judgely mind seeking to justify his decision without hostility to the defeated party. It notes a conciliatory, optimistic tone, less zeal than Roosevelt, and a belief in Congress acting to repeal laws enabling monopoly rather than new laws alone. It also cites mock-heroic comparisons and Dr. Cook's North Pole remark.
W D Foster of the Milwaukee Coast division says the Grays Harbor line bridges washed out by floods will be fixed by Saturday. Track laying crews of 175 will start Monday, with a three mile per day pace and completion hoped within 20 to 25 days.
Notice seeks buyers willing to pay the right price for a business or property. Respond with description and price. Contact J F Smith at 513 Chamber Commerce, Portland Oregon. 1968.
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh a constitutional disease. It is taken internally and targets blood and mucous surfaces. Proponents offer one hundred dollars for any failure and invite testimonials from F J and Co Toledo Ohio. Also promotes Hull's Family Pills for constipation.
Discussion of pure food law aftermath focuses on canneries using caustic soda to peel peaches. Critics warn of lye residues and reduced flavor, urging labeling requirements. Producers may abandon the cheap method if labeled risks deter consumers and hurt business.
Aberdeen plans a $6000 booster program to establish a city information bureau led by a salaried secretary. The aim is to attract new manufacturing plants by proactive outreach, emulating Chicago and competing with Seattle for industrial growth.
The steam schooner Quinault owned by Hart-Wood Mill Co of Aberdeen and Quinault Lumber Co of Raymond was libeled in Raymond for alleged responsibility in the loss of $4,800 worth of lumber towed by the Endevor in Willapa Harbor in January 1907. Bonds of $10,000 were posted in Aberdeen and the craft was allowed to continue business.
The 1910 Northwestern League voted to drop Aberdeen from the circuit after a private Seattle hotel session. Seattle Spokane Tacoma and Vancouver backed the move, leaving four clubs and thwarting manager Clarence Rowland's efforts to keep Aberdeen. Rowland had prepared for the season, signing players and raising funds, and lamented the loss of a strong baseball town.
A county debate over a new franchise for an interurban railway asks if the proposal provides fair public returns. Judge Sheeks ruled the line must be properly located in the franchise. Critics say applicants should present surveys and maps to county commissioners and challenge public policy decisions as officials seek to dispose of public property.
An advertisement offers commercial job printing services at moderate prices from the Herald Printery. It highlights affordable rates for business cards and small print jobs.
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