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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1902
Page
4
The Aberdeen Herald announces semi weekly editions published Monday and Thursday under editor J. Carney. Subscription rates in advance save money. lists 1 2 3, 6, 9 month terms with varying discounts. Claims largest circulation in Chehalis county and warns contracts may be forfeited if circulation claims are not true.
The piece traces Thanksgiving origins to Lincoln and earlier European traditions brought by Dutch and Puritans. It reflects on gratitude in social bonds, the role of faith in national unity, and the enduring spirit of home and country fostered by Thanksgiving. It cites proclamations by presidents and governors and emphasizes reverence for the nation’s creator.
The piece likens Mr Shaw’s plan to loan government funds to banks without interest that are then lent to people at high rates. It recalls a tale of a boy who hoards medicine money in an iron bank and has his mother refill it to pay for more medicine, illustrating the idea of perpetual cycles.
The contest for appointive council seats hinges less on candidate clashes and more on backing from supporters. Candidates intensify efforts to secure votes from their expected backers, while additional contenders pursue influence.
The Herald argues Aberdeen needs a county commissioner ally to win the Aberdeen Montesano road project. It rebukes Commissioner Davis who calls the $20,000 estimate excessive and accuses him of delaying the survey for political reasons. The piece asserts the road is vital for the north side and urges immediate action, noting $10,000 could open, make passable, and hasten construction this summer.
Excerpts cite King George and President Baer arguing for Christian gentlemen to protect lands and property. A New York supreme court ruling limits liability of express companies on lost property. The Trade Register and Trade Burton paper critique republican prosperity and accountability.
The Sun questions P F Clark's capacity while praising his six years of accurate Aberdeen post office records. Clark and Black are both competent. the contest is about personal popularity. The Herald backs either good clerk and doubts incivility claims against Black.
Col E H Fox on the Citizens ticket for city attorney has built a large Aberdeen law practice in two years here. He is praised for urbanity integrity and a readiness to handle his own affairs and extend the same courtesy to others.
The speaker defines two demagogues the poor man's and the rich man's. The poor man's demagogue is boisterous and harmless while the rich man's is subtle and dangerous. Each targets different audiences the galleries and the boxes.
An old testimonial from I M McHang of Greenville Texas dated November 2 1900 touts Ballard s Snow Liniment as curing rheumatism after six weeks bedridden and urges readers to buy it from W B Paine Co asking 25 50 and 1 dollar prices for swift relief from rheumatic sciatic or neuralgic pains.
The schooner Maneema left Anderson and Middleton mill bound for San Pedro. Sailor Boy loads at Bryden and Leitch mill for San Francisco. E B Jackson arrives at Sidney New South Wales after sixty days from Wilson mill. Ariel loads at West and Slade mill for Sidney New South Wales.
The advertisement promotes White's Cream Vermifuge as not killing worms but removing the mucus and slime worms use to nest. It claims to quickly bring a healthy body where worms cannot exist and cites W. B. Paine & Co. as the dealer at 252.
Fire at Elma Sunday morning caused losses under $10,000 beyond insurance. Some brick construction planned. lumber on site from George W. Crisp and E. R. Robbins. Merchants saved stocks and will resume soon. insurers adjusting. Noted names include J Will Anderson F J Kase R J Stoner FF B Tompkins F J Kane Ki R Robbins Geo W Crisp.
Local merchants met at the G A R hall to vote on new by laws and a 6 o'clock closing plan. Officers were chosen and a grievance and arbitration committee named. A secret ballot set 6 o'clock closing with seasonal adjustments and a final resolution opposing closing due to city conditions.
Attention Grays Harbor Co No 8 members urged to attend a 7 30 pm Friday meeting at the HrraLp office. Important business to transact. all members expected. Captain Jxo J Carney signs.
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