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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1917
Page
4
The Aberdeen Herald, printed in Aberdeen Washington, asserts it is the third oldest newspaper on Grays Harbor with wider circulation than any other paper in Grays Harbor County.
The article urges full funding of the Red Cross drive of 100 million dollars, arguing public support proves love for soldiers. It features Dan Cloud’s appeal from Montesano urging readers to donate, stressing shared sacrifice and national resolve as U.S. forces prepare for battle in Europe.
The piece argues Russia mirrors Prussian schemes seen in the United States with spies, political agitation, and disruption of neutrality. It warns of anti authority activity, labor unrest, and attempts to entangle the nation with Mexico and Japan, framing America’s fate against a looming democracy collapse.
The split in the socialist party may force a needed correction of weaknesses while keeping its sensible aims. John Spargo resigns, his reasons cited as crucial for the movement though not for the party, exposing pro German stances and undermining reform efforts. The piece notes that war spurred reforms the socialists claimed to seek and credits Rochester with a strong Liberty loan motto.
A Philadelphia Press editorial asserts the war will be finished by Allied forces despite not initiating the conflict. It frames public resolve and strategic patience as essential to closing the war.
The Western Union Telegraph Company will implement an eight hour workday across its network starting May 1 for all staff with fixed duty hours. The Monitor argues this move shows the benefits of industrial reform and anticipates broader labor capital cooperation through mutual concession and fair play.
Aoman may avoid arguing with a woman from good sense rather than fear. The piece notes such restraint as prudent behavior rather than cowardice. It references a broader reflection on temperament and conversation.
Aberdeen resident Mrs. Hattie E. Bevans praises Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney trouble and back pain. The advert cites available at 50 cents from dealers and identifies Foster Milburn Co as the product’s manufacturers.
The Weekly Record of Legal Doings lists minutes of Superior Court new cases filed and a list of real estate transfers and miscellaneous instruments filed with the county auditor at the county seat.
A dense list of court actions covers permit denials for minors to work, debt suits, garnishments, foreclosures, replevin, and divorces. Several banks and insurers appear as plaintiffs or defendants. Property transfers, mortgages, and registrations across Montesano and Aberdeen are recorded, with numerous names and parcel references in each filing.
A long list of deeds shows transfers involving Capelle to Capelle, J R Singleton to George Beers, Nora Kincaid to J S Kincaid, and many others across Aberdeen Hoquiam and surrounding additions including Benn's Original, North Hoquiam, Pacific Beach, and Anderson Colony Orchards with parcels, quitclaims, and corrected plats.
An early 20th century advertisement warns that constipation shortens life and poisons the body causing headaches biliousness and nervousness. It promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as prompt mild relief that tones the system and clears the complexion available at druggists for 25 cents.
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