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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1908
Page
4
The Aberdeen Herald announces its semi weekly publication schedule and requests subscribers to notify the office if they do not receive their paper. Ads copy deadlines are Saturday noon for Monday and Wednesday noon for Thursday issues, asserting its leading circulation in Grays Harbor and Chehalis county.
A letter argues Taft’s Philippine policy shows autocratic tendencies and dangers to American civil rights. It cites suppression of jury trials, harsher penalties on appeal, disarmament limits, and harsh sedition laws as a caution against Taft’s presidency. The piece questions his fitness to lead the United States.
An editorial argues the steel trust trims prices reluctantly under supply and demand but remains largely monopolized. It warns competition prevents total trust domination and critiques tariff reform plans seen as preserving monopoly, urging voters to evaluate both sides before the fall election.
The Thurston county bar endorses Judge Linn for the supreme bench without regard to party. The move aligns with nonpartisan election provisions but Chehalis county bar faces criticism for a similar action seen by some as usurping the people’s prerogative and violating the primary law.
The Grays Harbor News, Hoquiam's new evening paper, published its first issue last Thursday. It appeared as a lusty ten-page edition with ample news and a strong advertising line, signaling early success for the publication.
The New York Evening Post notes New York provided the only postwar successful democratic presidential candidate while also supplying the most unsuccessful. The Pittsburg Dispatch celebrates the Pennsylvania Railroad selling 40 million dollars in bonds, with a wry quip about water and stock liquidity.
Third baseman Jimmy Collins of the Philadelphia Americans shows peak health this season and expresses confidence in Mack’s management with the Athletics. He credits his improved conditioning and salary support for his readiness to help the team contend for the title next fall. A coast to coast auto race from New York to San Francisco and back is planned for Aug 15, featuring stock cars run by single crews to test speed and endurance. Four manufacturers have registered, with four more eyeing entry if conditions suit.
The Herald resumes its twice weekly schedule delivering concise city news, community briefs, and brief sports notes. Readers gain quick access to local events, updated scores, and notices from area organizations.
Dr George J Fisher secretary of Y M C A praises baseball as a character builder for youth. He lauds its moral worth, square play, and abstention from betting, arguing the sport promotes health joy and character growth across social classes. He calls for elevating all games and embracing amateurism.
The inventor Thomas A. Edison praises the temperance movement and contemplates the anti cigarette laws. He argues in favor of stronger measures to curb cigarette use and suggests a link to societal reform.
The Young People s Society of the Congregational church held a Sunday evening contest between its two divisions led by Misses Mabel Larson and Ida Thomson. The losing side served supper to the victors at Rev C McDermoth's home, featuring five courses and etiquette driven by latest rules. A rematch is planned after the holiday season to boost membership, with the forfeit a dinner by the loser.
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