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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1914
Page
3
Local notes report J T Hendrickson and John Carlson traveling to Pittsburg and Minneapolis. A Loyal Temperance League picnic occurred at Electric Park and various clubs and residents hosted gatherings and visits across Aberdeen, Seattle, Portland, and surrounding towns with many attendees and travelers.
John F. Myles announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for county assessor. He states the decision will be made in the Republican primary on September 8.
Four room house for rent near town center with reasonable rates. Inquire at Herald Office. Classified ad dated 75-4t.
For sale advertisement offering German hair and scalp treatments aimed at stopping hair loss. Includes contact numbers 1728 W or 1815 J and a partial street or unit reference 72 41 Se.
Miss Evelyn Jeanette Leitch and Frank G. Lindner wed in a June ceremony at 306 W Sixth St Aberdeen. Rev F F W Greene officiated with a luncheon following. The couple plans a short wedding trip and will reside at 211 East Third St. Lindner operates the Independent Meat Market and the pair are praised by local friends.
Miss Agnes M. Ethier of Hoquiam and Chester Young of this city wed Thursday in Montesano. Rev R L Wolfe officiated as Miss Grace Young and William Irvine attended. Young, son of Aberdeen founder Alexander Young, recently started business on Heron street. They begin housekeeping on Williams street and plan a trip next month.
Coughs and colds weaken the system with loss of weight and appetite. Get a 50c bottle of Dr King’s New Discovery today. the first dose helps and it is advertised as the best medicine for stubborn coughs colds and all throat and lung troubles. A testimonial from Mr Q H Brown of Muscatine Alabama claims it saved his wife’s life. Suitable for children priced 50c and 1.00 at druggists.
The Jefferson Oil Company relief from troubles was followed by a gas find in the city on F. Goehrend’s lot at First street and Michigan avenue. Goehrend noted gas in his yard and burned it from a beer keg setup. Oil expert O P Boggs saw no surprise, predicting the field may extend to the Hoh river and beyond.
Harry Kay Thos Ellis and Lance Hart completed a walking trip starting in Aberdeen at 6 am Wednesday. They walked 28 miles to Brooklyn then 16 miles to South Bend and rode a trolley to Raymond. Returning by beach from Westport they ended the excursion by boat, reporting improved health.
The Angora goat adapts to most U S farms with care and attention. Mohair fleece value rises with quality and length, with best fleeces selling 42 to 55 cents per pound. In the Northwest and Southwest large tracts of logged land suit Angoras that clear brush and pay upkeep.
The Aberdeen Taxpayers League invites all dissatisfied taxpayers to attend a Friday meeting in the city council room at eight o'clock. Members are urged to contribute counsel to improve tax conditions and promote economical government and vigilant citizen action.
James M. Bowes, chairman of the Splash committee, received a telegram from May or Eugene France of Grand Rapids Mich ordering 41 tickets in the auto drawing. The mayor aims to win a car for the fire department, and the odd total suggests a notable hunch.
W B Paine receiver for the Mecca hotel cafe and bar will auction personal property on the premises tomorrow at 2 PM under a superior court order. The sale covers all items housed in the Mecca property.
The creamery industry aims to cut operating costs and boost revenue by better product utilization and adding side lines such as sweet cream sales and ice cream production. Proper grading, pasteurizing, and clean canning are essential for quality when marketing cream to distant markets. Ice cream expansion offers growth as demand rises in both small towns and cities.
The 1837 Mexico wreck near Hempstead beach Long Island claimed 96 lives among 104 passengers and 12 crew. A surfboat crew led by Raynor Rock Smith saved four passengers and four crew, while the rest froze to death. The disaster spurred national support for a lifesaving service.
Architect Watson Vernon will draw plans for a 45 by 50 foot residence at Eighth and M streets for Mrs. Charles R. Wilson. The 14 room home will feature seven bedrooms on the second floor a large living room dining room breakfast room kitchen pantries and library on the first floor. It aims to fit a large family and add to Broadway hill’s housing charm.
The Grays Harbor Railway and Light Company will spend much this year on Improving Electric Park. Work includes better paths trimmed shrubbery new picnic conveniences such as tables benches camp stoves and wood and several swings installed for visitor use.
Heather departed Saturday for Seattle after anchoring two spar buoys in the lower harbor and delivering light supplies. Number 4A spar at Whitcomb flat and No 14 spar between Hoquiam and Grays Harbor City were secured.
An old advertisement touts Electricity Bitters as a health tonic to boost stomach liver and kidney function claiming it renews strength and drives out waste. Included is a testimonial from Mrs James Duncan Haynesville Me saying it cured her after doctors gave up. Also Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for cuts offered.
Mrs. Cora Fry aged 40 a pioneer of Grays Harbor died at the family home near Markham. The funeral directed by Pinnick Kenny Undertaking of Aberdeen was held Saturday and interment took place in Johns River cemetery. She is survived by her husband seven children including a son owner of the Oakville Cruiser and another with Fry Jones grocery at Markham.
Mrs Lina Lund wife of Andrew Lund died Friday morning at the family home 1005 East First street aged 27 She is survived by her husband and a young son The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the Norwegian Lutheran church with interment in Fern Hill cemetery
Mrs. William Trevethen died Friday after several months illness at age 36. Survived by her husband, mother, two sisters and three brothers. Funeral held yesterday from her sister Mrs. A. W. Galer’s home at 211 North D Street, with services at St. Mary’s Catholic church.
C. H. Burdick of Cosmopolis died Thursday night in an Aberdeen hospital at age 65. He left a family in Cosmopolis and a daughter, Mrs. Robert Cox, in Aberdeen. The funeral was Sunday afternoon under the Cosmopolis Odd Fellows lodge, with services at the Cosmopolis Methodist Church.
Andrew Maki who died in an accident at the Saginaw Timber Company camp above Elma was buried Sunday afternoon. The Finnish society conducted the funeral with services at Whiteside chapel.
Drs. B. N and Mayme MacLaffert left Toledo last week for Aberdeen in their new Overland automobile bought through M. M. Stewart company before heading east a month ago. They plan a leisurely two month return trip.
A local column notes the ongoing coverage strategy in the Aldermen press area. Readers are urged to follow daily updates and briefings from city hall and partner outlets.
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