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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1917
Page
4
The Aberdeen Herald notes it is the oldest newspaper on Grays Harbor and reports wide circulation in the county. It invites readers to notify the Herald Office about missed pager notifications and provides the office phone number and street address.
The piece critiques the IWW after Tracy's acquittal, arguing the group promotes militant direct action and revolutionary methods. It cites Governor Lister, calls for citizens to take the law into their own hands, and warns of continued unrest and labor disruption across the state.
The Outlook argues that the United States faced spring 1917 with limited excuses for war entry, having studied German and Allied efforts for years and learned from global conflict. It notes democratic allies paid the tuition and warns against secret treaties, citing the absence of any unapproved pacts in U S democracy amid war mobilization.
California grape growers in the San Joaquin valley expect to convert wine grapes into sugar this year. One ton of grapes may yield 400 pounds of sugar at an estimated cost of 11 cents per pound, potentially reshaping the sugar industry and affecting state politics.
The Herald remains the county’s most read newspaper, driving strong engagement for advertisers seeking broad audience coverage in Grave Harbor. Local merchants tout its trusted reach and steady circulation as a key factor in campaign and promotions.
The claim that Thomas A Edison has found a method to render submarines obsolete and a new destructive force to end wars is described as a possible crowning achievement for civilization and humanity attributed to the famed inventor.
Julian Street notes a new society named the Vigilantes formed by poets writers and artists in New York to push mental preparedness and universal service as a democratic defense. The group argues citizenship duties must accompany rights and urges a cohesive nationalism beyond a stronger navy or army.
A reflective line from F W Robertson urges readers to consider daily choices as time presses on, emphasizing action before the day fades into nothingness. The quotation frames daily existence as a moral prompt to seize meaningful deeds.
A historical note defines friendship as courteous and gentle not commanding but proposing without demanding compliance. It remains indefatigable in work when labor serves a friendly purpose.
The article outlines a proposed aerial coast patrol with a network of aviation stations every fifty to one hundred miles along the U.S. coast. It envisions seaplanes forming a continuous cordon, wireless reporting to shore stations and Washington, and rapid deployment of reserve planes to counter approaching ships. It argues for a separate department of aeronautics under the presidency to advance coast defense and aviation training nationwide.
The text traces soap making to ancient Rome and suggests knowledge passed from Germanic tribes to the Romans and Gauls. Pliny notes Germans used both Nard and soft soap and hints at Gaulish origins of the discovery.
Expert guidance on reclaiming leftovers from vegetables meats and grains. Directions cover cauliflower greens celery tips fruit ends leftover fish cheese rinds and fats for stocks soups croquettes pies and baked goods. Emphasizes repurposing scraps into meals and flavorings.
A description extols maroon wool jerseys as the hygienic and comfortable fabric for bath attire. It features a white collared striped jumper, maroon trunks, white silk tights, and a rubberized silk cap in a matching shade.
A woman describes how she whets a simple wagon to move wet clothes from the laundry to the clothes yard. She drags the wagon while hanging garments on the line, reducing effort by carrying the heavy basket in one trip.
The text urges relentless effort as a refrain to keep pushing forward. It contrasts easy tasks with ongoing labor and frames perseverance as the guiding star of hope amid a wrapt world.
A reflection on Justice Lamar's will stating he left his friendships to his family with a plea to preserve and cherish them. The piece emphasizes friendships as priceless treasures to be cultivated through steady service, generosity, and loyal conduct across generations. It cites Henry Drummond and the Book of Wisdom to urge youth to become worthy friends.
A discussion notes that humans lose direction in dense fog yet animals cope. Horses and trained animals follow familiar routes, pigeons linger in their houses, and poultry remain still. Birds overall appear helpless in foggy weather as per Pearson's.
Daniel Webster argues that America shows it is possible to elevate the mass of mankind by education and the spread of knowledge. He asserts that lifting the laboring class to self respect enables them to participate in self government, offering a hopeful example for those born without hereditary fortune or rank.
Quoted thoughts from Pythagoras urging moderation and harmony. Dr C H Serrigo in the New York Outlook adds that a sane outlook supports longevity and that serenity courage and poise are key factors. He notes a possible physiological aging center but says it responds to psychic influences.
A noted English clergyman praised an old lady for braving a storm to attend church. She replied that her husband grows cross grained after meals and she must avoid him, so she also goes to church.
The article promotes Manalin as a natural laxative and liver tonic to start health by clearing bowels and liver. It claims digestive discomfort, dryness, and a sense of heaviness indicate poisoning from fermented food and suggests Manalin works without griping, inflammation, or habit formation.
The article explains the protocole diplomatique as a historic body of rules guiding official interchanges among states. It notes its evolution to a universal standard, detailing forms and courtesies including how letters are ended, such as the British foreign minister addressing the Washington ambassador with formal respectful lines.
The piece compares the javelina to other dangerous hogs and notes its berserk, disciplined charge. It warns hunters to climb a tree before firing and to shoot the animal dead to prevent a pack from shredding a hunter, citing Youth's Companion.
Under Order of Sale No. 13 407 the Superior Court of Washington Grays Harbor County issues a sheriff sale notice. Plaintiff Theodore B Bruener sues A Jonassen as administrator of Christen N Enevoldsen estate and others including Ene Enevoldsen Kris Tianna Lykke Sine Clausen.
Attorney A M Wadr represents the plaintiff in Aberdeen Washington. The notice began May 4 1917 and ended June 2 1917 with the Aberdeen Herald as the publication venue. The item records legal action and publication dates.
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