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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1913
Page
2
Fire insurer Fisher proclaims accurate service at 306 East Wishkah Street. The Aberdeen town page lists a flurry of society, politics, and civic notes from residents like Mrs. J. B. Haynes and John Savage, plus council filings and club meetings. Local events include hospital foundation progress, church and charity gatherings, and various social club activities across West Market Street to Sum mmit Street.
Architect G. B. Reid returned from a month in St Louis where he completed plans for an apartment house to be built by R. J. Hills at Second Street and Broadway.
Lowney's chocolates at Evans Drug Co. and several visits and moves are noted. A. P. Stockwell made a business trip to Seattle last week. Mr. and Mrs. Mark Snyder planned a short visit to Sumner. Mrs. W. F. Scott of Salem, Oregon visited relatives in the city. Althea Ott left for Moscow to finish studies at the University of Idaho. Lee A. Donaugh is being urged to run for mayor with supporters posting announcements. Physical Director A. J. Bell started a new role in Tacoma schools and was honored by students. Victor Street and spouse returned from California and will stay until February, then move to Trinidad for whaling station work. George McFadden returned to Aberdeen after ten years away and will relocate his family near Pasco on a homestead.
Lecture dates announced for the Good Roads speakers in Chehalis County. Oakville January 27 Elma January 28 McCleary January 29 Wyncode Valley School January 30 Aberdeen January 31 Hoquiam February 1.
Invitations have been issued for the Aberdeen High School Juniors annual prom to be held next Friday evening in Knights of Pythias hall. Miss Florence Hook chairs the prom committee with James Mac Donald Miss Amelia Christie Miss Claire Carter Miss Ruth Barkley and Mac Maurice. Patronesses include Mrs. A. W. Middleton Mrs. G. B. Reid Mrs. W. B. Mack Mrs. H. N. Hook Mrs. A. W. Barkley Mrs. H. H. Carter Mrs. B. F. Johnson and Mrs. M. A. Brachvogel.
Miss Josephine E Smith and Mr Aloysius Plantenberg were united in marriage Saturday evening by Rev Father Quain at St Marys Catholic church parochial house. They hosted a reception at 721 Terrace avenue with about twenty guests. Bridesmaid Miss Ivah Shinogle and best man Herman Plantenberg arrived from Vancouver Washington. The couple reside at 721 Terrace avenue.
The Grand Lodge officers of the I O O F led by Lieut Governor Louis F Hart visited Aberdeen for a special meeting in Knights of Pythias hall. Attending from Hoquiam and Cosmopolis were present and a Bekahs banquet followed. Grand Master W E McCroskey Deputy Grand Master Frank E Dayton and Grand Warden George E Kellough also attended.
Oliver Poynett, jailed last week on insanity suspicions, has been declared insane by the city physician and awaits immigration action for deportation to Canada.
Evelyn Adelia Stewart of Euphemia Ohio credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after severe monthly pains and illness. She began using it at 47 during menopause, avoided doctor bills for 18 years, and now works as a maternity nurse earning a comfortable home.
Wood dealers in Aberdeen adopt a rule demanding cash payment for all wood delivered in single load orders. Five or more loads may be paid on the first of the month after purchase, due to losses from bad debts and high collection costs.
Hoquiam Jan 27 Last week the first semester closed with mid year exams and promotions About 40 pupils will advance from eighth grade to high school bringing enrollment near 200 The term was successful with good attendance and rising enrollment 20 more than last year despite Catholic school adding nearly 100 pupils A manual training shop and sewing will be taught at Washington school previously at McKinley due to distance and growth
Voters and candidates prepare for local city elections with Lee A. Donaugh possibly mounting a mayor bid. A. J. Grant files in the Third ward, John Young in the Second, and James Empey in the Fifth. Fewer than 800 voters registered so far, with a last‑day surge anticipated.
The Herald reports growing advertiser interest as readership climbs across the city. Local merchants cite stronger foot traffic and targeted ads in sections featuring community events and school sports.
Several cases of notable importance go before the police court this afternoon. Bradley Thornton and Faye Noyes were arrested at the Star rooming house on fighting charges and posted 25 dollars bail each. They swore out warrants for landlady Mabel Dalton accusing her of selling liquor without a license on Sunday. Yurka Ruzich faces a blind pig charge after officers found a stock of drinks on Cedar street. Eric Bushman and G Tees were fined fifteen dollars each for fighting at the Palace Cafe. Randall Martin was jailed 30 days for beating the Johnson hotel out of a bill. Gust Nisula will answer an assault charge after being gathered at 819 East Heron street.
Hoquiam organizers elected W. E. Campbell as president C. W. Becker vice president Frank J. Moore secretary and Alfred G. Anderson treasurer to form a countywide sportsmen group. They aim to push for extended upland bird seasons from September to November and for copies of game-law bills, while seeking removal of the five mile snipe limit.
W. L. McDonald, employed by S. E. Slade Co for a year, sues for 20000 damages alleging a switch engine struck his car near the mill, causing injuries he says will cripple him for life.
The steam schooner O M Clark slid from the Matthews shipyards at Hoquiam with hundreds watching. Sophia Sheik christened the ship, noting a capacity of 1,100,000 feet of lumber and dimensions of 200 feet length, 41 foot beam, and 14 feet hold, with total cost around 125000 dollars.
Service times on Sunday at 11 a m and Wednesday at 8, with daily reading room hours from 1 30 to 5 p m in the Finch Building 321 open except Sunday.
The Herald reports a small sack of vegetable seeds received through United States Senator Jones will be distributed free while supplies last. Packages are franked and will be mailed free to all applicants.
Montesano defeated Aberdeen in a Friday night debate held in the county seat. The question was whether state judiciary members should be subject to recall. Aberdeen squad included Cripe Pearson Mapes. Montesano was represented by Jos Cheney Kenneth Bates and Vernon White.
Christian Science Church on First Street near Broadway lists Sunday school at 10 o clock and church service at 11 o clock. Wednesday evening service at 8 o'clock. Reading room at No 231 Finch Building open daily 1 30 to 6 o'clock except Sundays.
The Herald markets its status as Chehalis County’s most widely read newspaper arguing advertisers should choose it for reach and impact.
An advertisement touts Dr Messer, a venerable men s specialist in Aberdeen Washington, claiming 22 years of success treating disorders in men with guaranteed cures for ruptures piles fistula varicocele hydrocele and digestive and urinary ailments. It promises free consultation and confidential correspondence with office hours daily.
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