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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1905
Page
4
The Herald asserts it is the oldest paper on Grays Harbor and has a larger circulation than any other in Chehalis County. Advertising dollars depend on this claim, and all money due under this statement may be forfeited if the claim proves false.
A Cincinnati Enquirer writer criticizes Commissioner Garfield's beef trust report, arguing the rise in beef prices stems from demand and under production. The piece questions why cattle raisers profits lag as demand grows, noting speculation about future imports and ranch expansion.
The piece argues prominent church advisers should welcome Rockefeller gifts and suggests the Prince of Monte Carlo and the Imperial Mexican Lottery would give if approached properly. It rails at critics who attack donors while urging courtesy and generosity in fundraising for missionary boards.
J. B. Corry, a major Pennsylvania operator, lauds Mr. Rockefeller for using brains and money to bless fellowmen. He notes his company has sold large coal quantities to the Standard Oil concern and suggests another order may be forthcoming.
Canal commissioners declare the eight hour day law does not follow the flag meaning laborers must work ten to thirteen hours. A high salaried official with short hours aligns with the star spangled banner amid Standard Oil’s vociferous reaction led by Rockefeiler funds and H H Rogers rhetoric.
The Nashville American notes Roosevelt’s large 110 000 vote plurality months ago and a prior 4000 plurality for a Democrat, marking a 135 000 vote swing in one city. It contrasts Artewa’s omission and Chicago’s past results, arguing Democrats must defend vital principles to win against plutocratic influence and rally for the people.
Two lavishly equipped special trains will carry hundreds of Denver's leading business men to the Lewis and Clark exposition in July under the Denver Commercial Club. The party includes some millionaires and is billed as the era's most elaborate commercial junket. The Minneapolis Journal notes high costs but frames the trip as a public business affair.
An announcement claims the czar has 4.36 billion in gold coins in his treasury, a figure said to pressure Japanese commander Oyama toward a rapid march on St. Petersburg.
The Kansan debates whether Mr. Burton should be persuaded to depart the senate, questioning the likelihood of bringing him to leave his seat. The remark frames a political resignation discussion within the context of Kansan sentiment.
A list of vessels loading at various mills along the water front. The Philippine sails for San Pedro from Union mill, while Chas E Falk loads for San Francisco from American mill. A B Johnson departed Wilson mill for San Francisco, and Watson A West is loading for San Francisco at West Slade mill. James H Bruce departed Michigan mill for San Pedro, and Chas R Wilson left Wilson mill for San Francisco. Fred E Sanders loads for Redondo from Anderson Middleton mill. Santa Monica left American mill for San Pedro. Wrestler arrived to load at West Slade mill for a Mexican port. W F Witzeman moved to Union mill for San Pedro, Espada loaded shingles at Cosmopolis then returned to West Slade mill to finish cargo.
About 300 Retail Lumbermen's Association of Nebraska members will visit the Sound in June on their way to the fair. They will be entertained at Hoquiam and taken up the beach to Moclips for a big clam bake. Local millmen will cover all expenses.
An advertisement promotes a subscription option offering all city and county news plus general coverage twice weekly at 1.50 dollars, contrasting with a six dollar annual plan for partial daily headlines.
Grays Harbor Commercial Co opens a new dining hall with a social dance for invited guests from Aberdeen and Hoquiam. The Fleetwood steamer shuttled attendees, Prof Gylfe's orchestra performed, and a decorated hall hosted a dainty supper, marking the event as a brilliant social success.
Hoquiam defeats Aberdeen 3 to 2 in a preseason game played yesterday afternoon at Inoquiam with both teams in prime form. The contest, though a practice match, drew large baseball fans to watch the early-season test of the 1905 teams and signaled strong potential for the pennant race next Saturday.
Judge Irwin schedules trial cases for the May term. On May 17 the docket includes R. Rowland versus O C Vammen and Fred Carlson versus J A Graham. May 18 features Jacob Knootz versus Kk Foster and J B Kesterson versus W F Wade. May 19 lists J W Ray versus Henry McCleary and Chas Mazza versus Tony Cammerano. May 20 has S M Heath versus Jos Bernard. May 22 American Mill versus Jos Stewart. May 23 Jos Woods versus Alex Polson.
The performances of the lady ministrel group at the Grand theater Friday and Saturday evenings brought season success. Burnt cork artists delivered hearty laughs as packed houses created a tidy library fund through their hard work and enjoyable shows.
The notice promotes the Illinois Central as the preferred rail option for travelers seeking comfort and value. It highlights reclining chair cars with lavatories and smoking rooms, plus porter service, across routes through St. Paul Omaha Chicago St. Louis Memphis and New Orleans with low fares and no extra seat charge. Contacts listed include Trempvun J Linesey and Pact Tompson in Portland and Seattle offices.
A reward is offered for true and accurate information regarding trespass or timber cutting on described lands in Chehalis County spanning multiple townships and sections. The notice names Grantor Grorae L. Freitz of Detroit Michigan and lists extensive legal land descriptions across Twps 18 to 20 and Secs 1 to 82.
Grays Harbor Electric company plans a large park on 90 acres with developed baseball grounds a grandstand and bleachers and a 400 by 160 foot dancing pavilion. Landscape engineer George Otter of Portland will design improvements. A dedicated excursionist switch and rails will ease access to the park once finished.
The Master Plumbers Association organized last week with all Grays Harbor shops affiliating. A price schedule takes effect immediately. Officers elected are President John C. Smith Aberdeen Vice president Thos Quinn Hoquiam Secretary John Heermans Hoquiam Treasurer Herman Fesenfeld Hoquiam. They will join the national plumbers group at once. A copy of the new prices is available on request.
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