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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1915
Page
2
The sale continues through the week with deep discounts on dresses coats suits and accessories. Ladies and misses wardrobes including coats dresses waists skirts shoes hosiery and lingerie are offered at reduced prices with many items shown in the shop window and special values highlighted across departments.
The J. S. Waugh Aberdeen catalog lists women and missy items including tan silk gloves, beaded and embroidered trimmings, fancy silks, dress goods, table linens, damask, tablecloths, napkins, sheets, pillowcases, scrim curtains, gowns and combinations. Prices range from 5 cents to several dollars, with yard goods and bundles described for home sewing.
The text explains deductions for losses in trade or business and wear and tear, how gains from real estate and capital assets are taxed, and rules on partnership and dividend taxation. It notes that profits from real estate held before certain dates may be prorated and reported, and that individuals with net income over 20,000 must report all dividends for the additional tax.
The treasurer reports Aber deen’s last city valuation 7 391 653.00 and current warrants 188 450.31 with 6 percent interest. After credits totaling 129 504.13 the remaining balance 64 699.68 exceeds the statutory indebtedness limit by the county’s current warrants. Funds for liabilities have fallen over eight months.
A 1911 legal memorandum urges creating an L. I. contingent fund funded from district revenues. It would cover engineering, notices, accounting, and clerical costs tied to improvements, distributing costs to benefiting property and improving bond buyability for L. I. districts.
In Hoquiam on January 21 R. R. Corbett was thrown from a motor truck while boarding on I Street. He suffered a injured right hand and wrist, a badly bruised left wrist, and skinning on other areas. Dr. G I Hurley treated the hand and wrist.
Papers filed in the estate of Frank E. Cook reveal a $4,000 estate and he left property valued at about $4,000. He was crushed under a stump on his Elma area farm January 12. His widow and two children are named as heirs.
Mayor McKee and City Attorney Heath discussed juvenile court legislation. Representative Dan Pearsall of Aberdeen is introducing a bill, with Hoquiam lending support if the measure improves local city use outside superior court seats.
A garbled reading describes tossing lettuce, steamed corn kernels, and a generous mayonnaise dressing. The text hints at a toothsome corn flavor and blending with vegetables, though many words are unclear and spellings are off.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a fast remedy for nasal congestion and catarrh. A small bottle from the druggist is claimed to open nostrils in a minute, soothe inflamed passages, and provide instant relief with a fragrant antiseptic cream.
The Herald is described as the most widely read paper in Chehalis County and a trusted medium for advertisers. It emphasizes broad reach and proven visibility for campaigns and notices in the region.
A compact item notes the Herald continues daily coverage across local, national, and world events with emphasis on timely reporting and broad circulation. The note highlights ongoing updates and accessible front page highlights for readers seeking up to date information.
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