Captain Fleet Enters Flying School Training
The Herald reports Captain R. H. Fleet training at the North Island aviation school in San Diego. Since April 10 he has flown daily under an instructor, with two to four ascensions at 800 to 1,200 feet, plus radio telegraphy and aero nautical studies, while three to four hours daily in the shop build engine knowledge.
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the Herald
R. H. Fleet
North Island School
San Diego
Cal
Fleet
Washington Naval Militia
San Diego Sun
Army
Old Mother Earth
U. S. Signal Corps Aviation School
North Island
National
Aviation Corps
Atlantic
Woman Hangs Self in Shed Near Hoquiam
Mrs Sophia Kirk 54 was found hanged in a shed near her home by children. She had recently moved from Sedro-Woolley with husband and planned to relocate to a 70 acre Centralia area ranch. Survived by husband, son August E., daughter Vivian, and brother P T Johnson of Seattle. No inquest. death ruled from self-inflicted cause.
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Hoquiam
Sophia Kirk
Krik
Pacific Avenue
Aberdeen Avenue
Chamberlain
McKee
Kirk
Sedro-Woolley
Centralia
Increased Names on School Census in Aberdeen
E. B. Crary reports Aberdeen’s school age population may reach 3,000 or more as the census proceeds. Returns rise across districts except South Aberdeen where foreign residents fear census links to war. Census pay is about $20 per registered child, with districts gaining from state funds based on totals.
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E. B. Crary
Board of Education
Aberdeen
South Aberdeen
Crary
South
Student Aviator Prepares for JMA Tests in Curtiss Biplanes
A trainee learns airplane motor systems and machine construction, plus emergency repair and 15 words per minute wireless. Advanced tests cover 901 mile cross country flights, compass steering, hurdle landings, and precise stopping within 1500 feet with a 150 foot final mark. Aircraft are Curtiss tractor biplanes with 100 horsepower engines that climb to 3500 feet in ten minutes. The graduate earns junior military aviator status ready for active duty.
Aberdeen pioneer Hiram G. Ellis dies at 60
Hiram G. Ellis of Aberdeen died at his North K street home after a long illness. He was 60 and survived by his wife and two sons Ray Ellis of Aberdeen and R G Ellis of Bremerton. Funeral at 2 30 pm with Christian Science services at Whiteside chapel. Ellis lived in Grays Harbor 25 years, logging early years and later ran the Aberdeen Greenhouses until ill health forced retirement.
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Hiram G. Ellis
Aberdeen
North K Street
Alex
Robert Polson
Ray Ellis
R. G. Ellis
Bremerton
Whiteside Chapel
Ellis
Grays Harbor
Ruth Hill Wins Aberdeen High Declamatory Contest
Miss Ruth Hill a 13 year old freshman at Aberdeen high school won the annual declamatory contest Friday night with The Death Bride of the Tay. She will represent Aberdeen at the county contest in Montesano next Friday night. The high school auditorium was filled and praised performances included Fern Weatherwax and Katherine Miller. Principal H E Holmquist presided. judges were J W Hodge J P H Callahan and Martin Smith.
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Ruth Hill
Aberdeen High School
Hill
Montesano
Fern Weatherwax
Katherine Miller
H. E. Holmquist
Commissioners pick lower Chehalis river bridge site
The county board opened with all members backing one of two Satsop area sites for the Chehalis river bridge. After hearing from the engineer, they voted to adopt the lower site, placing the span almost directly south of Satsop.
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Montesano
Maly 7
County Commissioners
Chehalis River
Satsop
County May Contribute Seed Montenesano
Jefferson county commissioners have power to furnish seed to those in need. County Agriculturalist Monroe announced the finding and will present the plan to the commissioners. If approved, seeds would be supplied to residents who could not otherwise improve their gardens.
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Montesano
Jefferson County
Monroe
Girard Faces Suit Over Montesano Property Trade
A. C. Girard of Aberdeen is sued in superior court by M. C. Harris of Hoquiam for 700 dollars over a farm to town property exchange. The case centers on whether a judgment against W. I. Lane attaches to his wife Mrs. Lane’s Montesano property.
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Montesano
A. C. Girard
Aberdeen
Girard
M. C. Harris
Hoquiam
Flag Pole Rising at Elks Club for Flag Day Ceremony
Floyd Creech has the contract to raise the 112 foot Elks Club flag pole in Montesano. The pole will stand three feet taller than the court house pole and flag raising will occur with ceremonies on Flag Day June 14.
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Floyd Creech
Elks Club
Elks Lodge
Gus. Carlson
Montesano
Enlisted Men Honored at McCleary Reception
McCleary residents honor enlisted men who left town Friday at a Knights of Pythias reception. Rev. L D Cook led a prayer and patriotic songs filled the hall as the group saw off the men including Rollo Moffett Harry Haskell Leon Boling Oscar Brandford Boyd Teagle Cecil Boble and Clarence Bland.
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M’cleary
Knights of Pythias
McCleary
Rev
L. D. Cook
Rollo Moffett
Harry Haskell
Leon Boling
Oscar Brandford
Boyd Teagle
Cecil Boble
Clarence Bland
Man Leaves Local Shop to Enlist in Army
Hoquiam May 7 Guy Narrance who ran an electric shop near the New York hotel left for Portland Saturday night to enlist in the artillery service. A popular local businessman, he offered services to the government when the war began and is expected to rise quickly due to his technical training and ability.
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Hoquiam
Guy T. Narrance
Beach Mill Fire at Pacific Beach Destroys Plant
The new shingle mill at Pacific Beach owned by J Corner and S Matson was destroyed by fire of unknown origin early Sunday. The mill had operated only one day since completion. No insurance existed. Fire started in the engine room and was discovered at three o clock. Corner suspects not incendiary. Plant total loss with some machinery repairable and reconstruction planned.
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Pacific Beach
J. Corner
S. Matson
Corner
Elma Boy Admits Theft of Jewels in Aberdeen Case
May 8 at Montesano Cecil Hand a youth from Elma and George Earnhart a man were arrested on a board bill charge and found with jewelry claimed as theirs. The jewelry was later identified as from C. H. Merrit of Aberdeen. Hand admitted participation and blamed Earnhart. he will face petit larceny charges.
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Montesano
Cecil Hand
Elma
George Earnhart
C. H. Merrit
Aberdeen
Young Hand
Hand
Free baby health exams offered during Baby Week
Aberdeen physicians will examine all babies brought in by mothers at no charge this week. The City Federation of Women's Clubs leads the drive with doctors coordinating free checkups to help infants in poor health.
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Physician of
Aberdeen
City Federation of Woman's Clubs
Masonic Lodge Honors A. S. Hodgdon and Bride
In Hoquiam on May 8 Eastern Star members hosted a reception for Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Hodgdon who just returned from their wedding trip. An evening of vocal music and a banquet followed, with silver and cut glass gifts presented by Dr. E. L. Hurd who led the event.
Let Us Make War Upon Germany
A Chicago Tribune reader a German citizen argues for U S entry into World War I driven by clash of ideals. He condemns Prussianism and urges decisive action to defend democratic institutions, asserting Americans must choose sides and fight Germany to preserve liberty.
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The
Chicago Tribune
Germany
Compulsory military training urged by University of Pennsylvania professor
Charles W. Burr argues in the hearings that universal military training will improve mental and physical health, discipline, obedience, and civic duty. He cites German barrack reform and says the American boy lacks contact with the nation and owes duties to state and family. He portrays the youth as bright yet soft and undisciplined without training.
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Charles W. Burr
University of Pennsylvania
State
United States
Germany
America
Stevedores Receive Wage Increases At Grays Harbor
The Grays Harbor Stevedoring Company announced a new wage schedule for longshoremen to take effect May 10. Straight work rises from 50 to 55 cents per hour, side runners hatch tenders and donkey men from 60 to 65 cents, with overtime pay unchanged.
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Grays Harbor
Norwegians Plan Independence Day Observance in Hoquiam
Hoquiam Norwegians will mark Independence Day with a program by the local Sons of Norway in the Scandinavian hall on M street. The event, moved from May 14 to May 19 to accommodate workers in the woods and others unable to attend, reflects community celebration of the holiday.
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Hoquiam
the Sons of Norway
Scandinavian Hall
M Street
Quote from C Kotzenabe on German government 1917
A dated 1917 quotation condemns imperial Germany and calls for a transformation of government into the people rule. The author urges steadfast posture and rejects peace while the imperial regime remains intact.
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Berryman
Washington Star
A. M. Gibb
Santa Barbara
Furenal
E. M. Hill
Wilfe
New York Hotel
Portland
Mr. Narrance
Beach Mill
Elma Boy
Masonic Lodge
A. S. Hodgdon
Chicago
Junkers
Tribune
Wilson
Pennsylvania
C. Kotzenabe
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