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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1900
Page
4
The Aberdeen Herald, edited by John J. Carney, announces subscription terms and policy for births marriages and deaths notices. It invites county correspondence and short public interest pieces with author name, noting circulation claims and that it is the city official paper.
The piece condemns Governor Rogers for appointing W. H. White to the supreme bench as a misstep that alienates fusion voters and Bryan forces in Washington. It argues several capable fusion nominees were ignored, and White's use of his national committeeman title to the opposition press worsens the situation ahead of the state convention.
Secretary Root’s second reply to a Senate resolution reveals ongoing dissatisfaction with Cuba report details. It shows civil salaries totaling 4 330 587 for last year plus 1 377 000 in labor payroll, with over one third of 16 000 000 in receipts paid as civil salaries and military costs borne by the U S government. The piece questions how a political party could govern a state spending such a share on salaries.
The city council should recognize Hoquiam road as a street and highway and fund repairs at once. Few new Stringers and new planking are needed to make four locations sound, with diagonal 2 inch surfaced plank atop current material to last ten years. Hoquiam ready to repair within its limits. propose joint planning with neighboring town authorities for a uniform approach.
The court upholds the legacy tax as constitutional, rejecting the notion that wealth can escape taxation. Justices emphasize that taxation can apply across wealth, reinforcing government authority over financial transfers and duties.
The Chicago Record notes U S aid sending more canned beef to the Philippines. Soldiers may leave supplies where locals can seize them. Andrew Carnegie spoke in London about rising iron and steel prosperity, and the Armor Plate bill passing was acknowledged.
The piece notes a Cuban steal critique and questions imperial control as voters weigh Cuba policy. Senators Bacon press for a pledge to leave Cuba to its inhabitants while Secretary Gage reveals a US gold shortfall of 400 million. The article ironizes Treasury estimates and calls US bookkeeping fanciful.
The Clark case grows tangled as Clark resigns and is replaced by Gov. Smith who calls the appointment fraudulent and names ex-Congressman Martin Maginnis. The vacancy may endure until the legislature chooses a new senator.
Buzz Law argues the Republican stance on tariffs shows tight alignment with sugar and tobacco interests. He claims Porto Rico’s inclusion under tariffs mirrors treating it as a state and accuses the action of favoring trusts over fair trade.
Four Montesano students graduate from the class of 1900 as Prof. Wheeler leads a ceremony in the rink. Among the graduates are salutatorian Will Morgan and valedictorian Kate Stone, with presentations by County Superintendent Hutcheson and diplomas awarded amid musical performances.
At four this afternoon the Lindstrom yard will launch a 167 by 37 by 13 foot schooner built for Wilson Bros Co. It carries about 700000 feet of lumber and will have four masts like the Henry Wilson. The A B Johnson is the third Aberdeen schooner for Wilson Bros Co and is named for the firm’s three members. A West & Slade mill Co schooner is under way and another is planned after the Cousins yard vessel.
The Spokane Democratic State Convention unanimously adopts the Chicago platform, denounces Republican policy on trusts tariffs bi metalism and immigration, backs Bryan for president, and indorses James Hamilton Lewis as vice president. It commends state officials and Senator Geo Turner for their records.
Aberdeen High School plans commencement at Acme Opera House on Monday June 4 with a detailed program of music orations and diplomas. Also notices unpaid school warrants dating 1893 1900 will be paid at the county treasurer. warrants cease interest May 26 1900.
In Chehalis County Superior Court the estate of John D. Schafer, deceased, reports its final petition for decree and distribution under the will. Objections must be filed by June 1900 before a Montesano court hearing to determine the final report. Executrix Anna Schafer and Executor Frank Schafer are represented by attorney W. H. Ape. first publication May 11, 1900.
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