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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1908
Page
6
A Republican correspondent portrays John A. Johnson governor of Minnesota as a strong presidential contender. The letter traces his rise from a small town newspaper to state senate and governorship, highlighting public respect, dramatic career, and doubts raised by opponents about his father's death incident.
The Minnesota governor John Johnson, twice elected on the Democratic ticket in a Republican state, is praised for decency, stability, and prudent leadership. Born in Saint Peter, he rose from modest beginnings aided by a public library, supported his mother, and emphasized productive work. He and his wife would maintain social dignity if elected president.
The article profiles Rear Admirals George W. Melville and Bowman H. McCalla, both retired, detailing their long naval careers in crises from the Boxer Rebellion to the Arctic Jeannette expedition and their roles in debates over Navy organization and leadership.
Prof H A Howell of Havana Cuba endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy recounting a severe infant illness. He credits the remedy with prompt relief and his baby's full recovery within days. Evans Drug Co. markets the product.
A quirky exchange unfolds as a stranger with a satchel of cosmetics jokes about practicing beauty in a barn. A weathered farmer retorts with a claim of the ugliest cow in seven states, offering a dollar if the stranger can make it pretty. A Nebraska origin style dialogue echoes across cities.
Philoso pher of folly laments chess checkers and whist as marvelous inventions that let a man waste time while feeling productive. The Cleveland Leader comments on leisure and the illusion of intellectual progress.
Mrs. Jenkins visits her old friend Mrs. Brad amid rumors and fears. Sarah Ann Brady explains she is bonded to keep the peace after an elderly husband’s conduct, facing a fine if confronted, and she insists she’s working hard to save up the 40 shillings rather than yield to mischief.
The ad asserts Chamberlains Pain Balm cures a lame shoulder whether from sprain or rheumatic pain. It recommends liberal daily applications with vigorous rubbing for a quick cure and notes Evans Drug Co sells it.
The Washington State Central Committee at Hotel Tacoma Ta coma calls a May 18 1908 Spokane meeting to elect ten delegates for the National Democratic Convention in Denver July 7 1908. Delegates are apportioned by county votes from 1906 and totals list 697 delegates headed by A R Titlow as chairman with Carl D Eshelman as secretary.
Leading ad from the Herald Printery highlights a range of print work from car tickets to full sheet posters. The copy invites readers to consider their own printing needs and trusts the shop for varied projects.
A Washington Star quip questions if a headache colored the opera experience. Two commercial travelers compare bad luck with orders after long runs, and a bachelor vs long married man joke ends with a wry remark about pride and reality.
The notice calls residents to fill in streets alleys and lots in Aber deen as Dabney hill is demolished. It promotes ready access to material and asks readers to send orders to the S. W. Johnston Transfer company. Phone 821.
Notice states an April 7, 1908 election in Aberdeen Washington for six councilmen each serving two years one city treasurer and one city clerk each serving one year. Polls open at 9 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. in every ward.
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