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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1911
Page
8
Hoquiam officials finalize an ordinance for a bonds issue of 115000 with 5 percent interest. The measure heads to finance committee and city attorney for report. Bonds mature in 10 years, redeemable 1/10 annually, payable to Harris Trust and Savings Bank in Chicago. Denominations include 1000 and 500 dollar bonds.
Hoquiam native William J. McNamara who ran the Hoquiam hotel from 1889 to 1893 died in Eureka at age 77 after four months of stomach illness. He moved to Eureka in 1858 and is survived by a wife and three sons.
Hoquiam July 8 That Fossil was declared a fake by moulders after evaluation. Roving inspectors reported discrepancies in the specimen and questioned its provenance. Local authorities warned collectors to verify fossil authenticity before sale.
The so called extinct species fossil in Hoquiam is declared fake after a ten day ruse by M. L. Blanchard and others. Dr. F. L. Nail with Len Warren and C. M. Davis crafted the specimen while H. T. Pierson led the circus exhibit plan. Over 2000 residents were deceived before the hoax was revealed. The fossil will be shown at the Elks' home as a tradition.
Hoquiam residents and the Hoquiam Water Company near a swift settlement over payment for service pipes. W Hodgdon for L Miller says the Public Service Commission will set a hearing date and may hold the meeting in Hoquiam to hear testimony.
Montesano July 8 Vacation begins in the Chehalis county superior court. Judges will hear only grave cases in July and August with no sessions aside from a few trials, resuming September 1 after a real vacation this year.
A. O. Damon, owner of Damon's point and a major Grays Harbor property holder, has transferred his holdings to the A. O. Damon Investment company. Deeds filed in the county auditor record four pages, covering Hoquiam Grays Harbor City Cosmopolis and the homestead with plats showing tract locations.
Montesano July 8 Clyde Jackson winner of the 50 yard dash broke both bones of his right leg after crossing the line while attempting to jump a crowd cord. He was taken to the City Hospital where the fracture was set and he is expected to be laid up for several months.
Chehalis county dairy men unite to invite the State Dairymen’s Association to Montesano this winter. The Chehalis Valley Farmer reports preliminary work to showcase local dairy interests and climate advantages to potential guests.
A note expresses desire to receive letters from all county dairymen to gauge sentiment among those with interests tied to the butter cow. The appeal seeks contact and engagement across the sector.
In Montesano on the Fourth of July the Briscoe family home on South Montesano was entered while they were away, and $110 from a safe was taken. The sheriff was notified late, and Eugene Foster, a Hawaiian seen near the house, was arrested in Aberdeen and held in the county jail awaiting a hearing.
Rufus B. Wilson of the Washington Development League is invited to speak at the chamber of commerce meeting on July 12. His talk will cover Development Through Cooperation and outline league plans and cooperation with the Southwestern Washington Development Association. J. R. Barnes, secretary of the Development Association, will also attend.
Montesano July 8 The following marriage licenses were issued during the week by Auditor Trask Chas F Cork Maybelle F Flynn Leon J Bell Frankie Dunham Geo H Lercher Florence Statterly C B Hart Mary Paul Oscar Leino Hilda Wikita A D Graham Abbie Jeffers Geo McDougall Sadie G Nelson Daniel Parker Julia Jez Carl K Riipinen Hilja Pilbakka I O Edwards Leah Butler B F Pressey Gladys Graham
Elma July . Jack O'Donnell longtime manager of the White Star Lumber Mills has resigned though he retains the second largest stock. The vacancy will be split among workers rather than filled by a single successor. F R Wright of Tacoma will join as one of the mill men.
The Elma Fourth of July stock show drew a fine lot of cattle and horses. E L Brewer of Satsop won first prize in all events with his blooded cattle. His scientific breeding impressed local farmers and dairymen as judges faced tough choices among high class horses.
A. W. Henshaw of Elma harvested 70 crates from six acres of berry fields on Thursday. His large berries and careful cultivation have made his patch a standout, with eighteen pickers aiding the harvest and a rapid yield this season.
Cosmopolite date July 8 reports Rourke and Breakiron, managers of the pool hall and the blacksmith shop, have branch operations and have acquired Trembly Transfer Line in a business move.
Ed out some more. This time they have acquired the business of Mr. Trembly. Messrs. Rourke & Breakiron will stable their horses at Hagerman's barn and have arranged with Mr. Hagerman to do all the local and foreign expressage business, while Mr. Hagerman will continue to devote his time to heaving hauling and moving. Mr. Trembly has purchased a saloon in Aberdeen and will devote his entire time to that business.
Olympia July 8 The land commissioner reports six month receipts totaling 1 049 270 41 in fees for 1911 down from 1 300 649 55 in the same period of 1910 March was the banner month with 394 25 58 and May the lowest at 55 825 89 The peak 1910 month was March at 484 004 38 while June 1911 earnings dropped to 109 316 80
Receipts in the office of State Insurance Commissioner J H Schively for the six months ending June 30 show the department total 29036495 dollars. This is 1085472 more than the entire year 1910 when 28447972 was collected. Schively notes about 300 dollars due to new insurance code and the rest from normal growth in the state.
Advertisers in the Herald announce new campaigns partnering with local firms to boost seasonal sales. The bid highlights include collaborations with ahead of holiday shopping and community events across the city.
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