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Newspaper

Aberdeen Herald

Location

Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1908

Page

4

Aberdeen Herald issues at 408 East Wishkah Street

The semi weekly Aberdeen Herald announces publication on Mondays and Thursdays with address and contact details. It lists subscription rates and notes ad copy deadlines and a circulation claim to support advertising contracts, warning of forfeiture if circulation statements are untrue.

East Wishkah Street Carney Aberdeen Wash The Herald Grays Harbor Chehalis County

Bridge Swing Delays City Traffic Plea for Relief

A letter to local officials complains the Wishkah river Heron street bridge opens too long, blocking pedestrians, teams and streetcars. It urges U S engineer involvement to curb openings between 12 and 12 15 and 12 45 and 1 pm to prevent workers missing meals or being late.

Heron Street Chamber of Commerce U. S Wishkah

Lumber Outlook For 1909 Demand Boost Seen In Opening Year

The Mississippi Valley Lumberman argues that after the 1907 trade surge and 1908 lull, the 1909 outlook is bright. With lower inventories at retailers and mills, cheap money, and expected price gains after year start or spring, activity should rise as buyers renew purchases in building and lumber.

Mississippi Valley

Editorial clash over Aberdeen property wealth claim

The World derides Aberdeen property values rising after Taft's election and accuses the Herald of spreading false reports. The piece argues prosperity built on deception will fail and criticizes the editorial desk for misunderstanding market confidence.

Herald Aberdeen Taft

Roosevelt removes Seattle Postmaster for political activity

Dispatches report President Roosevelt has decided to remove Seattle Postmaster Stewart for pernicious political activity in soliciting Republican campaign funds. The White House is described as a political headquarters and the cabinet and European consuls as husting aids to Taft, giving the action a Pecksniffian flavor.

Roosevelt Stewart Seattle White House Taft

Cure for Sick Headache Promoted by Stomach Tablets

Advertisement notes that a sick headache stems from a disturbed stomach and touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a remedy. It offers a free sample at Evans Drug store and mentions fine job printing services in Aberdeen Herald.

Chamberlain Evans Drug Store Aberdeen Herald

Shingle inspection move to protect shippers at transfer

The Pacific Coast Shippers Association seeks an inspector to work with mill men, wholesalers, and retailers at the Minneapolis transfer to ensure fair shingles grading. A Seattle notice outlines proposed pay of 25 cents per inspected bunch, and aims to place a shippers representative to avoid bias.

Minnesota Transfer Pacific Coast Shippers’ Association F. D. Becker Shingle Mills Bureau Becker Minneapolis Northwest Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers’ Association Seattle

In Wyoming at the Grand Theater Sunday

The piece In Wyoming has drawn record crowds with its true to life drama and homely humor. Willard Mack delivers a standout title role praised for accurate portrayal and pure American drama. Press acclaim and public appreciation mark the show as a notable cultural event.

Great West Wyoming Grand Theater Willard Mack

Four Men Convicted in Hoquiam Poker Raid

In Ross & Smiths billiard hall four men were arrested during a police raid and tried before Judge Warren. They were found guilty, fined $20 each plus costs, with bail set at 250 dollars on appeal. Chief Oliver ordered the raid to curb gambling complaints in the city.

Hoquiam Ross & Smith Warren Oliver

Gustafson Case Affirmed By Supreme Court

In Olympia on November 10 the state supreme court affirmed the jury verdict for Axel Gustafson in a worker injury suit against A J West Lumber Co of Aberdeen. Gustafson, a mill feeder, slipped over a floor projection and was injured by a trimmer saw, losing his left hand and securing a $2,000 judgment.

Olympia Supreme Court Axel Gustafson A. J. West Lumber Company Gustafson Aberdeen

Court assigns jury to decide passage intent at mill

The court ruled that whether the stumble area was intended as a passageway by mill owners is for the jury to determine. The decision defers to jurors to assess the owners' intent based on the evidence presented.

New Refrigerator Pan Promises Easy Drip-Overflow Disposal

An article describes a new low flat cylinder refrigerator drip pan with a covered top and internal channels. It features a side inlet, a lifting handle, and special openings under the hood for venting contents. The design allows larger capacity and simpler transport, appealing especially to women.

Plate Heater Aids Hot Service In Dining Rooms

A compact heater designed for the butler’s pantry keeps dishes and food hot. It attaches to a gas jet or an electric wire and allows adjustable temperatures. Helpful for breakfast toast and coffee service, it fits homes with small or large dining rooms aiming for efficient hot serving.

Brushing a Dress and Garment Dusting Tips

A garment with lint is brushed on an ironing board using a whisk broom in the weave direction from band to hem. Lightly go over the fabric with a dry sponge to lift lint and dust, and use the sponge to clean collars cuffs and remove dandruff from a coat collar.

Elephant labor age guidelines in India cited

In India elephants over twelve and up to forty five years of age are deemed the best to purchase and will generally work until eighty years old.

India

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