Aberdeen society notes and travel in brief
Local notices recount visitors and trips around Grays Harbor. Mrs H C Randolph improves after illness while Miss Pearl Hiatt and Miss Margaret Hiatt head to Chicago. A W Lang of Seattle visits, H H Carter tours Seattle, and Miss Florence Otto sails to Everett for summer. Giant list of teachers, clubs, and residents travel or host events across Aberdeen and surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Otto
Aberdeen
Everett
That City
Susan Green
Lance
Frederick Hart
Charles Green
A. D. Wood
Miss Green
Portland
Hart Boys
Chicago
Grays Harbor
Aberdeen Public Schools
Mary Dooley
St. Paul
Widow Mary Byles Dies at 82 in Bellingham
Mrs. Mary Byles widow of David Byles died June 10 at her son’s home in Bellingham at age 82. One of Southwestern Washington’s oldest pioneers she came from Kentucky in 1852 and helped found Cosmopolis and Elma with her husband. Survived by four sons Luther E Elma Lee N Bellingham Charles P Sedro Woolley and Thad near Bellingham. She was widely known and respected throughout the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Byles
David Byles
Bellingham
Washington
Plains
Kentucky
Elma
Luther E
Lee N
Charles P
Sedro-Woolley
Thad
Cosmopolis
White Lace Boots Displayed in Reignskin Cloth Fashion
A sketch features a white Reignskin Cloth Lace Boot with a white enamel sole and Louis heel, highlighting a pristine, glossy style.
Mrs Laura Kellogg Dies at 64 in Hoquiam
Mrs Laura Kellogg died June 9 at Hoquiam General hospital at age 64. Survived by husband Frank Kellogg and six children including Mrs Edward Boyce of Minneapolis and Josephine Lydia Francis Monetta Truman and Don Kellogg. She had lived in Hoquiam for 24 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Kellogg
Hoquiam General Hospital
Frank Kellogg
Edward Boyce
Minneapolis, Minn
Josephine
Lydia
Francis
Monetta
Truman
Don Kellogg
Kellogg
Hoquiam
Gas range offer promotes cooking with gas
The Gas Co presents a high quality gas range at $20.00 urging cooks to switch from wood or coal ranges. They claim gas cooking brings superior pleasure and efficiency, portraying older methods as relics of the past.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Gas Co
Northern Pacific issues new regional literature for 1916
The Northern Pacific Railway releases new booklets showcasing trips to the Pacific Northwest including Yellowstone Gardiner Puget Sound and Alaska with color illustrations and analysis. The material aims to promote travel and immigration to the Northwest in 1916 and highlights Yellowstone Rainier and other national parks along the line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific Railway
Pacific Northwest
Yellowstone Park
Gardiner
Puget Sound
Alaska
Land of Fortune
Northwest
Northern Pacific
Yellowstone
Rainier
Kaiser Wilhelm’s deformity and the famed Washington quote
Kaiser Wilhelm’s left arm is reportedly shorter than his right though full facts aren’t known. Poultney Bigelow recalls the emperor strengthening his right arm through fencing shooting and riding while the left remains afflicted. The quote First in peace first in war and first in the hearts of his countrymen was said of George Washington by resolutions of Richard Henry Lee and included in John Marshall’s congressional tribute after Washington’s death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaiser Wilhelm
Poultney Bigelow
Bonn
George Washington
Richard Henry Lee
Washington
John Marshall
Congress
Advertise Your Wares To Busy Newspaper Readers
A promotional note urges advertisers to craft engaging ads as readers skim sections. It emphasizes that ads entertain and inform, guiding households and businesspeople alike to notice products and offers.
Chicago nominations spark debate on Roosevelt Hughes and Roosevelt
Personal Prattle notes Chicago nominating conventions by delegates not bosses. Roosevelt pressure shapes outcomes as Progressive group faces disillusion. Critics warn of court seat as political stepping stone and platform gaps mark the Republican stance against major Democratic reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Roosevelt
Old Guard
Hughes
T. R
Supreme Court
Supreme Bench
State of
Washington
Pacific Coast
West
Stone
Progressive Party
Pussy Footing Politician in Chicago Convention Scrutiny
The Spokesman-Review criticizes Chicago convention politics. It cites George W. Perkins condemning politicians pursuing patronage over patriotism and preparedness. The piece accuses “rock” politicians of plotting a double entendre platform to attract pacifists and patriots alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Wilson
Spokesman-Review
Chicago
George W. Perkins
Progressive National Committee
Mr. Perkins
Money Back Store Ad Promises Customer Satisfaction
Telegraph style ad outlines a money back guarantee and square deal philosophy. It lists prices for soaps 7 bars Lennox Soap 25 cents for 10 bars Good Laundry Bale Price 256, Light House Washing Powder 20 cents, Peets Soap 15 cents for 2 bars, Seafoam Washing 10 cents, Fancy Toilet Soaps 15 cents, Cider Vinegar 10 cents, Best Bluing 20 cents, Ammonia 10 cents, and other items with pricing details.
Day Labor Debate Reaches Consensus On Water Project
The council faced a packed chamber as day labor versus contract debates over the Wishkah water system continued. Mayor Phillips and Councilman Fraser made concise arguments while Wieland faced criticism for a soapbox turn, prompting calls to unite. After a tense session, Warren Egerer moved to make the resolution unanimous, signaling a path to proceed with the water project and related infrastructure spending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips
Fraser
Wieland
Warren Egerer
Empey
Right of Way
A. E. Cross
Geks to Assemble Gamma Eta Kappa Convention in Aberdeen
Gamma Eta Kappa will hold its state convention in Aberdeen today and tomorrow with delegates from Portland Spokane and Tacoma. A dance in Ellis hall tonight a banquet at the Hotel Washington tomorrow night and initiation at the Beach are planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gamma Eta Kappa
Aberdeen
Geks
Portland
Spokane
Tacoma
Ellis’ Hall
Washington
June Brides Offered Free Silverware At Steiglitz Jewelers
A local ad promises brides and prospective brides a chance to win a $225 silverware set at Steiglitz the Reliable Jeweler with no charge. If not selected for the main prize, twenty more sets worth $60 each are offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steiglitz
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Aberdeen Paint Co
H. C. Randolph
Miss Pearl
Miss Margaret Hiatt
Miss. W. J. Long
Hoods Canal
A. W. Lang
Seattle
City
Hotel
H. H. Carter
Wilder Carter
A. L. Zabinski
Morgan Street
Jane Haight
W. L. Nicely
State Bureau of Supervision of Public Offices
Olympia
John Bertholf
San Francisco
Fred Hart
Raymond
Charles R. Greene
Mrs. A. Kuhn
Orient
H. W. Patton
Mildred Hogan
New York City
Providence
R. I
Worcester
Mass
Elva Sievers
J. E. Cheesebrough
Pomona
Cal
Primrose Rupp
Aberdeen High School
Walla Walla
Don Hawley
Lake City
Minn
E. A. McKenna, Tha
H. H. Griffin
G. A. R. Club
J. E. Jorgenson
East Wishkah Street
George McConnell
Jas. Birmingham
W. M. Hites
Addie Green
West End
Seth Wilson
Sunset Beach
Nellie H. Shutt
The
Holly Club
Nels Est
Montesano
Margaret McPherson
Raymond Castelin
Dg. A. Chamberlain
Ingram
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Boston
A. Spahr
Rose City
Link Club
Alma Kittlesby
Broadway Pharmacy
Brown-Elmore
Aberdeen’s Quality Shop
Jamaica
Port Antonio
Kingston
United Fruit Company
Breen
John J. Carney
Money Back Store
Lennox Soap
Sale
Adkins
Cash Grocery
Washington Mercantile Co
East Heron
Aberdeen, Wash
Cross
Kelsey
James Empey
U.W
Hume
Washington Street
Heron Street
North Aberdeen
Smith & Anderson
Leon Buret
E. G. Patterson
Newstead & Roderick
AIF
Olympic Paving Company
Hofley, Hegg & Company
West Second
Terrace Avenue
John R. Clark
Clark
Payette Music House
Wishkah
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