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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1905
Page
4
The semi weekly Aberdeen Herald notes JT Varney as editor and proprietor and lists subscription rates. It proclaims the Herald as Grays Harbor’s oldest paper with the largest circulation in Chehalis County and states advertising contracts are based on this claim, with money due under contract to be forfeited if the statement is not true.
The article argues modern industry seeks high caliber leaders who can manage vast capital, noting salary levels exceed those of the past and mid‑level workers struggle to advance. It cites Chicago companies lamenting slow training of capable men and fierce employer competition for top talent.
The Puget Sound customs district records a record foreign trade year ending June with exports totaling $5,927,008 and an annual aggregate of $45,704,989, vastly higher than any prior year. Imports fell to $7,270,875, while exports to Japan and China surged. cotton and cotton manufactures drove the rise, along with substantial shipments of breadstuffs, iron and steel, and lumber.
A sharp critique targets American women who wed Englishmen, railing against cultural mismatches and class assumptions. The piece argues such marriages undermine national character and laments perceived betrayals of American identity.
The English Contemporary Review argues US influence in British marriage is largely negative. It claims American brides fail moral and political standards, noting no distinguished peers with American mothers, contrasting with earlier French and Huguenot settlers whose ideals supposedly uplifted England.
A report questions Mr. Ryan’s 2.5 million purchase of a controlling stake in Equitable Insurance. It suggests the small dividend on the stock is inadequate for recovery and posits that any expected profit would require profiting from company assets, which would harm policy holders as the funds are held in trust. The piece warns of possible financial risks to policyholders and compares Ryan’s scheming to historical cautionary figures.
The text states Governor Mead approved Minnesota Governor Johnson’s requisition for a woman arrested in Seattle over a baby-farm case back east. It notes a prior alleged discourtesy by Johnson delayed action, but concludes that the executive separated personal matters from public duty and acted after consideration.
Prof Almon H Fuller of the State University college of engineering conducted a comparative test for the Alaska Central railroad engineers. Washington fir withstood 7 775 pounds per square inch before breaking while Alaska spruce failed at 4 080 pounds, demonstrating fir superiority.
An old advertisement promises a quick cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It notes druggists refund money if it fails and carries a signature from W. Girove on each package.
Aberdeen Lodge No 52 A F and A M adopts resolutions mourning brother Robert Lowry. They honor his aid to the needy, steadfast service to the lodge, and upright citizenry. Committee Cras Drake Cork Hoop note resolutions for lodge records and letter to Lowry family and local newspapers.
Louis J. Kruger, former German Dutch long distance racer, praises Billard's Low Liniment after eight weeks of training in Salt Lake City. He recommends Snow Liniment for sprains bruises and rheumatism. Available in 25¢ 50¢ and 1.00 sizes from W B Paine & Co.
The Herald Printery at 39 Wishkah Street advertises top quality commercial job printing services. It highlights extensive printing capabilities and competitive rates for local businesses seeking reliable, professional work.
Electric Park hosted two tense games last Saturday and Sunday with the Farmers winning 6 to 4 and Montesano 10 to 4. Aberdeen also won 4 to 3 at Olympia and later tied eleven innings before players caught a train.
Regan entered St. Joseph's hospital Saturday. Rev Father Gibbon, ill with lagrippe, is much improved. J O Crane of Melbourne was admitted Saturday with a badly sprained foot. Mrs J J Ryan and son Frank A left for Portland this morning to attend the exposition and will stay about two weeks.
Classified notice offers a small house on E street for 650 dollars with 200 down and easy terms. Mentions North Aberdeen buy as an alternative to rent and signs by S. K. Bowes. Also includes a testimonial: rheumatism relief claim for Ballards Snow Liniment from O. G. Higbee of Danville Illinois. Liniment priced 25c 50c and 1.00.
Practical household notes describe durable tablecloths and enamel cloths in white and patterned colors that resist dirt and clean with a damp cloth. Velvet restoration involves careful handling and hot water steaming for wrinkles and a technique to refresh velvet ribbons. A brown bread ice cream method uses browned bread toasted and pureed, mixed with cream and sugar, then frozen and beaten before serving.
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