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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1916
Page
4
Mrs. E. E. Boner is reported convalescing after illness. Mrs. John Jorgenson hosted the E. O. H. club. G. A. R. club to meet with Mrs. C. J. Hauge. P. R. Smith of Moclips visited Aberdeen, Mrs. Albert Sparkes led the E. C. Club, Miss Nina Ennis a Centralia visit. Several clubs, engagements, travel, and civic notices across Aberdeen are listed.
A lyrical piece by D William Hatch describes Aberdeen's harbor scene. It contrasts white cloud skies, sunlit bay, seagulls, and evergreen hills with busy wharves and stately ships. The poem highlights the inlet city’s vigor and the peaceful morning and sunset views along the seaside mart.
Baker Electric Victoria offers a trans former complete charging outfit and car for sale cheap or trade. Address for Mrs. C. R. Roy at 1522 16th Ave North Seattle Wash.
The copy argues that Pyramid Flour remains popular everywhere because it uses the best grains and natural milling methods ensuring consistently high grade flour.
National Woolen Company advertises remodeling services and custom ladies suits starting at $25, located at 317 South H Street in Aberdeen Washington.
Two room furnished and four room unfurnished apartments available at centrally located Hotel Strathcona 309 East Wishkah Street. Includes hot and cold water steam heat and modern amenities. Apply in person at the hotel.
Obituary roundup from Grays Harbor lists Victor Koch of Elma died May 19 in Phoenix aged 32 with siblings. Lulu Elifritz killed May 19 near Montesano after falling from a wagon. W. H. Wakefield aged 85 of Elma. Nicholas Lentz killed May 18 in Markham camp. Hilda Matson, Raymond A. Sayers, baby Albert Randolph, Lucy Nedelic, John Stratton, Robert Lytle and others noted with survivors and local ties. Additional deaths include Lizzie McClannahan, Nancy Werts, and Fritz Weise killed May 18 near Matlock.
The Herald announces a yearly subscription rate of $1.50 and advertises its status as a good newspaper.
The Ways and Means committee weighs a bill for a nonpartisan tariff commission to set rates by conditions not politics. It would adjust schedules to protect American workers while avoiding tariffs as a cloak for monopoly. It notes wages abroad versus here and questions military preparedness parades as wasteful.
With the Republican convention near, Roosevelt dominates the field while Hughes gains from Oregon. Myers’ deal places him in the candidate list for the convention, and Roosevelt can press opponents to bow to him. Seattle reports Humphrey faces trouble and may yield to J A Chilberg as party prospects shift.
Grays Harbor County total tax take rose from 1 292 369 50 in 1914 to 1 369 448 30 in 1915 with higher municipal levies driving most of the increase. Educational spending jumped to 426 106 38 in 1915 from 42 106 38 in 1914, roads and bridges rose, while state and county costs declined overall. Port levies included in county costs.
The town welcomes John Robinsons Ten Big Shows on Friday June 2 declaring the advance press agent promises a full spectrum of acts. Audiences may expect thrilling aerials equestrian feats athletic displays wild animals chariot races and clown humor with the shows claimed to be larger and grander than in past years.
Frank Kendall sues Minnie Kendall for divorce on grounds of desertion and abandonment exceeding one year. Summons requires defendant to answer within sixty days after May 26, 1916, with Ward Austin M. Wade as attorney, Aberdeen office. First publication May 26 1916. Last publication July 7 1916.
A. J. Benbennick sues Gertrude Benbennick seeking a divorce decree. The action seeks dissolution of marriage under the statutory grounds. Wishkah Block, 1916.
A garbled notice touts cures for jelly spine curvature and mental squint. It claims safe antidotes for bines and a straight ahead cure for grouch. Reading The Herald allegedly restores backbone and provides nationwide delivery for $1.60 per year for 52 issues.
The Herald stands as the region’s leading newspaper in Grays Harbor county, trusted by advertisers for broad reach and daily visibility. Its prominence reinforces market awareness and local business confidence across the area.
The five year old affiliated Centralia Summer Session with Ellensburg State Normal begins June 12 and runs six weeks. It offers sixteen instructors, accreditation, and opportunities for renewals and certificates by examination. Special focus includes child study rural schools physical training agriculture nature study and crafts.
The speaker contrasts a bagman and a peddlar with a merchant, arguing that the merchant advertises in newspapers, which is why he earns the label. The emphasis rests on the role of advertising in defining merchant status and credibility.
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