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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1913
Page
3
Herbert Patten leaves for Milwaukee. Evans Drug Co. advertises in Someday notices. Numerous residents visit Seattle Portland Winnipeg and Des Moines. School events, weddings, dances, and club meetings mark a bustling Aberdeen week with births and travels.
C A Goodnow assistant to Milwaukee president announced the Willapa Harbor and Puget Sound branch will be built immediately with Raymond as the terminus. The line starts at Independence, connects with the P E railroad to Willapa then to Raymond, joining Milwaukee tracks at Independence.
The Sells Floto circus visits Friday June 13 and offers a trained feat in which six African lions and tigers perform together. Margaret and Captain Dutch Recardo train the animals to a family act, mounted on pedestals, balancing on balls, riding bicycles, jumping through hoops of fire and mounting galloping horses.
Ted Low of Raymond awards Andrew Peterson the contract to build a 54 foot pleasure yacht costing about 5 000 dollars. The power boat will be 54 feet long with 12 foot beam and 4 foot draught, equipped with a 40 horsepower engine and fitted for comfort.
Grays Harbor Railway and Light warns employees of a dangerous counterfeit ten dollar gold coin from the old mintage. The fake resembles genuine coin in appearance but is lighter in weight and slightly off in ringing, prompting caution in handling and authentication.
Lieut. E A McKenna commands Naval Militia Division No 4 which will start a summer voyage from Aberdeen to Tacoma on June 20. Div 4 will join Divisions 1 2 and 3 in Seattle and Tacoma aboard the cruiser Galveston for voyages to Alaskan waters with plans for medical attendance.
Bath resident J C Eveland shares his 25 year eczema battle and cure claim after using Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment. The formula, said to be a physician's concoction, is offered by Pfeiffer Chemical Co through druggists or mail for 50 cents.
Herb Winney was arrested Sunday night by Officers Church and Williams charged with peddling whiskey in the Aberdeen hotel. He will have a hearing in the police court before Judge Snider this evening.
A meeting is held in the public library this afternoon to form a central council of the Parent Teachers' association for Chehalis county. Women are invited to attend and Mrs. A J Morley and Mrs. Edgar Burton will report on the recent state meeting in Seattle.
Leo Druximan was found guilty of assault in the third degree by a police court jury yesterday afternoon. He was fined $1 plus costs, totaling about $40.
The Grocers' and Butchers' picnic committee sets the annual event for Thursday July 24. Location undecided, with a popular vote planned among North Beach South Beach or up the country to select the site.
The Degree of Honor held a pleasant Friday night social after their business meeting. Visiting members of the order along with A. O. U. W. enjoyed dancing and a subsequent banquet.
Whaling station workers walked out Saturday to protest a new timekeeping system requiring wear of tags. Five whales were at the station yesterday awaiting a new crew or the old crew’s return, including the largest one ever brought there.
An elderly reader warning notes that aging individuals need a gentle safe laxative. Dr Kings New Life Pills are praised for prompt easy action with no pain. Sold at druggists for 25 cents and recommended widely.
Art Rug Weavers at 119 North G Street advertises rugs crafted from old carpets rag fabrics silk portieres and related materials offering a wide selection for customers seeking reclaimed textile art.
Aberdeen Aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles marked its fourteenth anniversary with a social at the hall last evening. Visitors from Hoquiam Montesano and Elma attended and a general good time was had. Hon E B Benn past president presided and Rev Chas McDermoth spoke on Fraternalism. Mayor France and others gave brief addresses.
The Aberdeen and Chehalis baseball clash at Electric Park extended to ten innings before Chehalis triumphed 7 to 5. Aberdeen showed some rust but displayed solid batting and fielding throughout the tense contest.
Steve Wauksich John Veksch and John Dodig will be tried in police court this evening at 7 30 on a charge of first degree assault. Mike Veksch the alleged victim says the three men choked him and threw stones on Saturday. Police hold several large stones as evidence.
Local motorcycle riders plan to travel to Tacoma for races on July 2 3 and 4. Participants Aubrey Archer Bruce French and McNeal are noted for strong records at the event and could lead the field.
Miss Ruth E. Connell and Mr. Guy Uptegrove wed Sunday afternoon in a Hoquiam parlor ceremony. Rev. E. N. Askey officiated under a bell arrangement. both sets of friends offered best wishes as the couple planned a brief honeymoon before settling in Hoquiam.
F L Hartung of Hoquiam Sash and Door and F Norton Babo formed a light and water company and will seek a city council franchise at the next meeting. They bought the Syverson mill and report usable machinery to finish electric current within 30 days at 30 percent lower rates. They also plan water from Wynooche later.
The Semi-Weekly Aberdeen Herald reports on Grays Harbor county affairs guiding eastern readers through regional events and notable local matters. It summarizes developments affecting the nearby coast and inland communities.
Mrs Peter Bourquin reports 48 pounds of butter from April and 63 pounds from May from two cows. She hatched 84 chickens from 98 eggs set, showcasing productive farming milestones in Elma.
Advertisement by Arthur W. Isaacs of 216 South H Street Aberdeen seeks buyers and contractors for Cascara bark stumpage. He offers to secure supplies and pay the highest market price on delivery, inviting contact for prices and general information.
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