Chehalis County News Highlights Montesano Yet
Chehalis County items show relatives visiting Montesano, celebrations, a steam driven Stanley Steamer debut, a double wedding in Seattle, a Montesano Hotel nuptial, medical cases at Montesano hospital, and local travel and family notices. The section notes births, moves, trips, and Fourth of July incidents in Hoquiam.
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Western
Montesano
Echo Taylor
Charley Vesey
Henry Sewel
Seattle
Friedlanders
Sewel
James Vaughn
Elma
Fern Ford
Montesano Hotel
R. L. Shelley
F. L. Carr
G. E. Marey
Montesano Hospital
The Cool of the Day and Clock Reform Ideas
The piece argues for shifting work hours to start earlier to gain longer daylight after work. It notes English reformers favor waking with daylight and suggests Washington department clerks could start at eight and finish at three thirty. It warns changing longstanding clock practices is difficult.
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Aberdezn Herald
Washington Department
England
Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsements Reach Aberdeen Readers
Aberdeen residents recount relief from kidney trouble after using Dean's Kidney Pills. Louise Selberg of Summit Street credits the remedy with restoring strength and easing attacks. The advertisement notes the product costs 50 cents and lists Foster Milburn Co as sole U.S. agents. Also included are washing instructions for blankets using soap borax and ammonia to keep fibers soft and fluffy.
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Aberdeen
Dean
Louise Selberg
Summit St
Wash
Red Cross
Foster-Milburn Co
Bu'Talo
New York
United States
Quaker Oats Argument Prompts Aberdeen Audience
Readers in Aberdeen are informed about the growing public use of Quaker Oats as a healthful economical food. The notice notes ongoing columns presenting arguments for the product alongside an upcoming Hagenbeck and Wallace show appearance on Saturday, July 10.
Oakville Notes On Local Move About Town
J L Hudson the Union Timber time keeper left for Aberdeen on vacation. Mrs L A Morse travels to Montesano to stay with friends for a month. Lew Bradley left July 1 for Olympia to meet his wife in medical treatment. H K Lemmon of Garrard Creek returns from Seattle where he attended the fair. W T Paul who moved to Oregon last spring reports satisfaction with his Oakville home. Walter Osgood at Tacoma works visits his parents on Sunday.
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C. Fenlason
Chicago
J. A. Acheson
Selitz
Ben Sorensen
Chris Olson
Roy
Leo Cournoyer
Jett
Carrie Briggs
Hoquiam
Moline
Mich
L. Conklin
Ranier
J. L. Hudson
Union Timber Co
Aberdeen
Roseburg
Walter Osgood
Tacoma
W. H. Osgood
Elma Residents and Developments Highlight Local Scene
Locals gather in Elma as Clyde Peterson visits Olympia. J H Brewer and family stay. Officials report new garage for William Leybolt ready for business and M O Walters purchasing 40 acres east of Elma for a future home. Lawyers and merchants discuss septic tank work for four stores while Prosecuting Attorney Cla Sain investigates Miss Sadie Frean estate.
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William Leybolt
Fourth
Waldcup
M. O. Walters
Warren Evans
Elma
J. Will Anderson
How to Clean Velveteen Dresses
How to clean velveteen dresses with a simple method. Dip fabric in white soap lather then scrub with a clean nailbrush along the pile until dirt is removed. Rinse in clean cold water without squeezing and air dry. The back may be pressed with a hot iron, but not required.
How to Save a Wet Book Cover
Advice from a restoration note advises not to rub a wet cloth bound book. Absorb moisture with blotting paper and hang the back over a chair or rack to enable air flow. Place the chair where a strong draft exists to aid drying.
Daylong Readings of H's Novels Were Warmly Welcomed
In their era H's novels circulated with notable warmth among readers, comparable to those of a widowed author who drew steady attention. The reception highlighted sustained interest in the author’s works and the enduring appeal of his storytelling across audiences.
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Wid
Mars Ahead Signal Hints From French Astronomer
An astronomer from France says humans have been attempting to signal Mars for years. The report notes discussions on transmitting signals and a sense of urgency on the topic as events unfold.
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Viems
Colaanen
Mars
Weather conflicts spur practical action by workers
A concise report notes that despite ongoing weather tensions, workers manage to accomplish tasks and move forward with their plans.
The Old Sweet Days in a Child's Dream
Poem fragment recalling childhood towns, playtime, bridges, and fairyland light. It contrasts single line nostalgia with a brief note of life’s minor strife and later faded joys. Unidentified author.
Notice of claim in Chehalis County Justice Court
The State of Washington to Della Bartlett alias Lila Flynn alias Lila Ehrhart defendant. Rudolph Distler files claim in Aberdeen Precinct Justice Court to recover 50 dollars plus interest and costs with a hearing set for July 30, 1909 at 9 a.m. at the court office. If not answered, judgment by confession will be entered against the defendant for debts, property and effects in hands of Mark Payette and Hayes & Hayes Bankers.
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State of Washington
Chehalis
Justice’s Court
Aberdeen
N. W. Bush
Rudolph Distler
Della Bartlett
Lila Flynn
Lila Ehrhart
Chehalis County
Wash
Mark Payette
Hayes & Hayes
J. P. Conway & Snider
Aberdeen, Wash
The Postilion Poem by Stephen Chalmers
The poem urges steadfast optimism as a postilion guides a cart through hardship. It speaks of riding through dreary roads and guileful miles, trusting strength will come with dawn. The speaker, Stephen Chalmers, frames adversity as offset by virtue and cheerful resolve.
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Rial
Stephen Chalmers
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