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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1903
Page
4
The Aberdeen Herald notes semi weekly publication every Monday and Thursday with J. Carney as editor proprietor. It lists subscription rates from two dollars yearly with various advance payment discounts and warns that advertising contracts rely on its circulation claim.
The New York Commercial notes Standard Oil disbursements for the current quarter imply a $7 million dividend to shareowners. It recalls past payouts: $45 million last year, $48 million in 1900 and 1901, and $168 per share since 1900 totaling about $168 million on a $100 million capital. Rockefeller's stake yields roughly $56 million of that. The article traces quarterly splits, yearly totals, and the current payable date June 15 for shareholders of record May 22.
The Chicago Tribune argues banks grew strong as the government aided them, noting bankers now see the state as created for banks. It contends responsible parties and newspapers alike shape this belief, urging accountability for party policies that cater to financiers.
The Springfield Republic argues against cynicism stating that truth is not on the scaffold and politics remain venal yet salvageable. It urges active service by the citizenry, noting a strong demand for the highest citizenship in state and nation and urging continued effort despite corruption concerns.
A note observes that Denmark is not unique in showing decayed items and mentions a recent rise in rottenness linked to postmarks, suggesting widespread problems beyond that country.
An exchange discusses missing or unclear organs in the human body and asks about analogous elements in the newspaper field. The remark hints at gaps in reporting, sourcing, or editorial oversight within print journalism.
The Aberdeen council must follow its license revocation ordinance and cannot act outside it, leading to litigation. A Roosevelt note mentions Millionaire Jones's will distributing $60 million to four children and a widow, with the estate held in trust for grandchildren until the last dies.
The Wisconsin legislature passes a resolution to elect U S senators by popular vote. The Chicago Record-Herald predicts Washington's House will push a constitutional amendment submission. It argues the Senate may eventually yield when compelled by two thirds of states.
Detroit Free Press quotes criticism of Mr. Cleveland as a bolter figure while noting his 1896 expulsion from the party. The piece also reports Baer admitting price fixing in the anthracite trade and possible Sherman law concerns, with Miss Stone returning to Turkey for missionary work amid fundraising pressure.
The superior court calendar for the week lists trials starting Monday June 15 with cases including Chas East vs City of Aberdeen and B F Huff vs Edward Lucan. Tuesday features Wm Lanning vs C B Weatherwax and Samuel Benn vs B I Huff. Wednesday covers Sven Johnson vs Wishkah Boom Co and Robi Patterson vs Hayes & Hayes. Thursday lists John Horton vs N P Ry Co. Friday includes F G Deming vs Ileary Anderson et al. Saturday presents N A Springer vs Wishkah Boom Co and Keyser vs Harris.
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