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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1907
Page
4
The Semi Weekly Aberdeen Herald lists subscription prices and advertising rates. It mentions editor J. Carney, mailing details in Aberdeen Washington, and notes on circulation claims and contract forfeiture if statements are not true.
A Philadelphia Record analysis argues Secretary Taft lacks reform credentials and urges backing Wisconsin Senator La Follette as Roosevelt’s true reformer. It cites La Follette as railroad regulator advocate, notes past clashes with GOP leaders, and critiques Taft as Wall Street allied. Ends by contrasting finance influences in 1896 and current GOP fundraising.
Boston writer Thomas Bailey Aldrich died recently at his home. His fame rests on The Story of a Bad Boy which many recall with nostalgia. Readers remember Rivermouth and events from his tales that shaped generations of boys and men.
Letter from the Department of Agriculture discusses flax for fiber and seed in the Aberdeen area with notes on a proposed local spinning mill to cut freight costs. It mentions a Belgian firm’s mill proposal at Salem, later rejected, and suggests the region as a likely site. Also reports a death and funeral in Aberdeen, Mrs Lucy Crandell, with family details and service notes.
Ouymba May 4 The state labor commissioner issues a notice to owners or lessees of passenger or hired towing boats on Washington waters. Beginning June 12 1907 the state law requires inspection by the labor commissioner or deputies, except for federally inspected boats. Applications for inspection must be sent twenty days before June 12 1907 with boat location and owner or lessee name. Deputy inspector C F Hepsarp issues the directive.
A man in London killed a prominent citizen and faced a one day trial in which he pleaded insanity. The murderer was sentenced to death, with the case stirring a supposed major social sensation behind the act.
The Houston Post cautions against looting and urges disciplined conduct as Nicaragua forces conquer cities and hold elections for council seats. The piece frames chaotic governance as dangerous and urges orderly transition in occupied areas.
The Louisville Times urges for simplified veracity at the White House while reflecting on press headlines. Mr. Cleveland advocates not tying an insurance president's salary to law, earning $25,000 yearly for such views. The paper trust, said to be ousted by the administration, remains oblivious to the claim.
The state highway board allocated funds authorized by the 1907 legislature to county estimates for numbered roads. White River to King receives 9,003. Pierce 5,000. Yakima 5,000. Other counties and routes receive varying amounts including Stevens 9,500 and Snohomish 7,009. across routes 2 through 13 with totals ranging from 500 to 25,000 for different county districts.
Journeymen plumbers demanded six dollars a day for eight hours, up from five fifty, arguing the new rate would start this morning. Masters complained the notice was inadequate and that a union rule limited daily work. A conference favored higher pay but enforced full effort. another meeting continued as we went to press.
A Kansas oil company faces mail service denial. the remark about Mr. Rockefeller hints at a broader, satirical note on corporate mail access and reform.
Secretary Taft treated the Cuban situation like a man who expected votes from that section. The remark frames Taft’s approach as politically motivated, suggesting anticipation of regional electoral support.
A provocative remark labels the baseball umpire as the real microbe of dementia Americana, signaling a sharp critique of the sport's officiating and era. The quote frames umpire influence as corrosive to national sports culture.
A historical note reveals a policy where salvation is freely available, while Bibles face a tariff tax. The contrast highlights religious rights versus fiscal duties in a period context.
Local printery Herald Printery advertises affordable job printing services. Offers moderate prices for brochures posters business cards and general printing needs.
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