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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1906
Page
4
The Herald proclaims itself the oldest paper on Grays Harbor with the largest Chehalis county circulation. Advertising contracts based on this claim will be forfeited if the circulation statement is not absolutely true.
In a congressional speech Senator La Follette rebuked Republican colleagues who walked out during his remarks on the railroad issue. He urged them to listen to the country stating the vacated seats may be permanently empty. He attacked Roosevelt era muckraking defenders and warned against journalists eroding public trust.
In a special message to Congress President Roosevelt attacks Federal Judge Humphrey for the Chicago beef trust decision. He recalls 1896 the Democratic critique of courts and says the Republican platform is being vindicated as the era repeats political clashes over judicial action.
A Victorian era warning argues the fall’s fate rests with corporations that blocked the river. It calls for reversing the avater’s path by making those corporations carry the dammed water back upstream and release it above the falls.
Residents in Indiana comment on Vice President Fairbanks and President regaling the public with personal views. Mr Logan Sport notes summer savings on ice as a talking point, while Republicans warm to William J Dryan amid these remarks.
An ebbing mutiny tale claims a naval crew tried to seize a Portuguese battleship to publicize its existence. Details remain fragmented with unclear ship name and dates. Authorities have yet to confirm the incident or identify involved officers or locations.
The general tone mocks the explanation of General Wood's Around the World Mileage bill comparing it to the killing of Moro women and children, highlighting public outrage and moral concern.
No other form of athletic sport can crowd out baseball, in spite of the fact that the game is comparatively harmless to the players. This line highlights baseball's enduring popularity despite competition from other games.
A London newspaper notes spring inflates mood and imagination as if a millinery shop inspires the season. The playful remark links seasonal mood to hats and fashion.
Joseph Jacobs marks two years in Aberdeen with an Anniversary sale at 114 South G street opposite the post office. Buyers enjoy savings of 50 cents to $1 a pair as the store touts a large stock and cash-buying margins to back shoes for wear and comfort.
A cure may be effected by applying Chamberlain's 8 Salve as soon as the child is done nursing. Wipe it off with a soft cloth before allowing the child to nurse. Many trained nurses use this salve with the test results. Price 25 cents per box sold by Evans Drug Co.
The Chehalis river bridge built by A. J. West was damaged by a strong flood tide. The Norwood steamer crashed into the piers, toppling the span into the river. West libeled the vessel for damages, with Aberdeen Lumber & Shingle Co. posting a $30,000 bond to sail for San Francisco.
The Pollard Opera Company wowed capacity audiences at the Grand for four nights with a clever cast of child performers. The troupe promises kelp showmanship and memorable singing and dancing. Tonight's closing performance features An American Millionaire before the acts depart to Hoquiam with The Geisha and A Gaiety Girl listed on the program. Matinee tickets allow 25 cent child admission.
Deeds and bills of sale filed Tuesday transfer to George W. Ninemire all real and personal property of the Ninemire Morgan company, wholesale and retail butchers of the county. The business, began by George W. Ninemire and Thomas Morgan, later became a corporation and now controls the county meat trade with property valued around 150000. The main office has long been Montesano and Ninemire's residence is among the county's finest.
Uncalled letters for the Aberdeen post office week ending May 8 1906 include Anderson Nelson Co Lee Miss Georgia Bond Daisy Lovejoy W E Brone L Leonard McNary A A Brown George Mattson E Carey Mrs John Cheshire Brakk Christie John Clark Miss May Duclos Avila Davis S R Dawson J F Fordney Ise Fuller Docke Gaylor Austin Gallan Frank Hoopgood M Harvey Walter Hahn Gus Hawks Mrs Fred Hill Ray Howe Karl Strom John Ingram D F Stephenson W R Jackson Miss F Stephens Edward Jones J J Thomas Mildred John Roy Wordenton Attessa Johansen Soren Wells Asa Kronman Herman Ward Billie Mauretius Hull Michell E J Newcomb A Nyman Miss Helena Peringer J B Pleas Isaac Pringle Joseph Roleau J C Rinnan August Rohde Dave Smith Hans Smith Edward Schwarz Ed Sherdian Maggie Schult H W Swart J L SHIP 1 ETTERS. Toni Gongo steamer Aberdeen. Please say Advertised. P. M. Campseint.
The Mississippi Valley Lumberman argues that price alignment among local lumber dealers may be unfair only if it creates unduly high profits, while noting similar price uniformity in barbering, medical, groceries, and transit challenges. It questions why such grouping would be condemned for lumber but not for other services.
In Watson's Magazine essay, Tom Watson argues socialism fails to solve wealth and population concentration. He warns collective ownership would erode property rights and spark civil conflict, while noting coercion equals slavery and that urban crowds intensify survival struggles regardless of system.
The first city track meet by the High School team, coached by Randall, will be held next Saturday afternoon at the old Athletic park. It features fourteen events including sprints, hurdles, jumps, and throws with the Hoquiam Y M C A as the opponents. An admission fee of 10 and 20 cents will help cover expenses and fund a later meet involving Olympia Centralia and Aberdeen.
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