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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1912
Page
3
Local society columns highlight many residents traveling to Eau Claire Tacoma Rotterdam California and Wiscon sin. clubs including Swastika Art L Allegro and Priscilla meet with members in Aberdeen. Community dinners and charity events hosted by WRC G A R and Presbyterian groups accompany updates on absences relocations and hospital news.
The Helene sailed from Hulburt mill to San Francisco. Centralia departed from Anderson Middleton for San Pedro. Jane L. Stanford left Slade mill for Antofagasta. M. Turner sailed to Santa Rosalia. Carmel shipped from Aberdeen Mills to San Francisco. Santa Monica arrived to load at American mill for San Francisco. Maweema sailed from Aberdeen Mills to San Diego. John A. Campbell arrived to load at A. J. West mill for San Pedro.
Miss Edith Moulton and companions Vera Yam men Nan Allard Nina Hanson and Mabel Larson attended the Young Ladies Sodality dance in Montesano last Wednesday night. Frank K. Drake was appointed police judge by the city council last Wednesday night and assumed duties Friday, holding his first court that afternoon.
Mrs Weatherwax and Mrs Karshner entertained Friday afternoon in honor of Mrs Becker who departed yesterday for North Yakima.
The May Day parade planned by the Aberdeen Socialist party for yesterday afternoon was abandoned due to public sentiment after insults to the national flag.
Fire destroyed A. Bellamy's two story home in East Aberdeen Friday night, starting about 8 15. The house and most of the furniture were burned. the cause could not be determined.
John C. Lawrence, GOP gubernatorial hopeful, announces he will appear in Hoquiam on May 13 and in Aberdeen on May 14 and 15, per a Herald letter.
The Mt Vernon event runs July 11 12 and 13 as announced by Secretary Louis Jacobin. Citizens plan memorable entertainment presented by the knights of the pencil at the Mt Vernon venue.
Jye Westeroos 25 a Norway native was killed by a failing snag Thursday at Northwestern Lumber Co camp 12 miles up the Wishkah river. He stood near a donkey engine when the snag fell striking his back and shoulders. he died before reaching Hoquiam. He leaves a father two brothers and two sisters in Norway and belonged to Hoquiam Aerie Order of Eagles.
Grays Harbor Polish residents gathered at the Polish Catholic church Friday evening to mark the 111th anniversary of Poland's first constitution with Rev. C Bizoski delivering the address.
Mrs. A F Coats arrived from Seattle to visit her mother Mrs. M Schultz who is seriously ill at the home of her daughter Mrs Alfred J Anderson on West Sixth Street.
The United States civil service commission announces a non educational examination for the position of mate to be held in Astoria Oregon on May 25 1912 to fill a vacancy on the United States dredge Chinook at Astoria Oregon Applicants must have an unlimited ocean going license be 20 years or older and should apply at once to the local secretary of civil service examiners in Astoria or to the secretary eleventh civil service district Seattle for blanks and full information.
A 400 year old Eton custom distributes a threepenny piece to pupils on February 27. Provost Lupton set the scheme with fellows and chaplains receiving varying sums. A late tale claimed a half sheep was due, lampooned by a boy who demanded his half sheep and faced punishment, later recounted by Montagu Williams.
A tale on saving by fantasy meals from Hester Donaldson Jenkins shows a man who streams anticipation of feasts to cut costs. He imagines kibobs pilaff cake and yogurt all day then eats olives and bread at night, saving enough to build a mosque titled The Tis-as-if-I-had-Eaten Mosque.
The Missouri School Journal argues that strict teacher command can backfire when overbearing, while a clear student goal and teacher purpose align to prevent constant attempts at maintaining order. It warns against lawlike authority by teachers and urges collaboration toward defined educational aims.
The London Telegraph notes Britain likely originated the postmark with a 1660 simple circle split in two. The top shows the month and the lower half the day, with no year indicated. Dates are inferred from letter dates, the earliest known postmark on a 1680 letter.
Farmer Corntessel jokes about Josh becoming a lawyer to please his wife who wants him for medicine. The farmer says he would trust Josh's law more than his medicine, reflecting hopeful plans for the young man's career.
A playful exchange about a child nicknamed Flow Fat and his appearance after a wasp sting. Pele Mele quotes describe the boy’s face with a gumball-like swelling on one side and a sting on the other, highlighting humorous misjudgments based on looks.
A reflective quote attributed to George Ellot discusses remorse as the heaviest burden of personal accountability. The line emphasizes the burden of recognizing and bearing the consequences of one’s own actions.
Joseph D. O'Brien has been chosen as the new secretary of the Giants Baseball Club following recent elections. The appointment marks him as a key administrative figure for the club.
A father explains to his son that character is a luxury and reputation a necessity. The Chicago News quotes the exchange as a moral lesson on personal virtue and social standing.
City carriers failing to deliver the Herald on Monday and Thursday by 6 PM should call City Messenger Co. at 5931 to obtain an immediate replacement copy. The publisher requests subscribers to report delivery issues.
A notice highlights a great variety of paper novels and other reading material available at Evans Drug Co.
The notice directs parties to contact the City Messenger Co. by 6 o'clock p m on the specified day and Thursday for required actions. It emphasizes prompt communication with the messenger service to ensure proper processing.
Christian Science church on First Street near Broadway holds Sunday school at 10 a m and church services at 11 a m. Wednesday evening services are at 8 p m. Reading room at 231 Finch building is open daily from 1 20 to 5 p m except Sundays.
Casey Jones arrives at the Grand theater as a lighthearted revue built on humor from the song it’s based on. The show seeks to make audiences forget their worries with merrymaking and smiles, featuring a carefully selected company of comedians, pretty girls, song numbers and specialties.
A used Tacoma road engine is offered for sale at 309 Lincoln Street. Potential buyers are advised to inquire for details and pricing at the given address.
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