Parties and the Issue in Tariff Profits
The piece argues that voters should back the Democratic party to relieve tariff burdens. It contends lower tariffs stimulate business, raise wages, and expand labor demand, while reducing special privileges enjoyed by trusts. It cites Bryan and Taft contrasts and praises equal rights for all and special privileges for none.
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Bryan
Taft
National Democratic Party
Mr. Bryan
Des Moines
Election Returns From Montesano Primary Count
The Montesano official board began counting returns for the primary and ended in the early hours. Taylor leads Hoefer for treasurer by a small margin while Smits defeats Schumacher for coroner. Delays stem from missing Humptulius and Quiniault papers and misrouted mail from Hoquiam post office.
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Montesano
Taylor
Hoefer
Smits
Schumacher
Humptulius
Quiniault
Hoquiam Post Office
Debs Speech Critique Reflects on Socialism and Law
Goodwin's Weekly records a critical commentary on Eugene Debs and socialism. The piece denounces Debs for denying incentives, endorsing government ownership, and advocating wealth leveling. It argues such policy would erode homes, discipline, and progress, urging market-based reform.
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Goodwin
Salt Lake
Reservoir Proposal Urges 4,000,000-Gallon Tank North of City
Superintendent McDougall and Councilman Ingram on a committee urge building a sanitary 4 million gallon reservoir on the Stewart property north of town. Cost about 18,700 with site $1,600. It would save 230 dollars monthly in pumping, reduce water famines, and improve fire pressure for hill district houses.
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McDougall
Ingram
Stewart
Death of J. C. Arnold in Aberdeen
James C. Arnold a resident of Aberdeen for three years died at St. Josephs hospital at 5 am after a three week illness. He was 36, born in Beaver Falls Minnesota. His body was sent to Redwood Falls Minnesota with his brother Frank, escorted by Aberdeen and Hoquiam Bartenders unions.
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James C. Arnold
Aberdeen
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Arnold
Beaver Fall
Minn
Redwood Falls
Frank Arnold
Bartenders’ Unions
Hoquiam
Taft dodges trusts tariffs and labor questions
In Philadelphia on September 15 William J. Bryan challenged Taft to state his position on public issues. Bryan accused Taft of dodging and changing his stance on tariff reform income tax Philippine independence and railroad regulation. He cited his own long advocacy and warned Taft to reveal his platform. The article notes the exchange continues on page four.
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Philadelphia
William H. Taft
William J. Bryan
Baltimore
Taft
Bryan
United States
City Meeting Recaps Finances and Projects
The August treasurer report lists funds for current expenses water sewer district and park funds plus miscellaneous amounts. Pacific Coast Fire Supply Co Seattle bid for four hose carts and Larkin nozzles was accepted. An arc light at Eleventh and Broadway was ordered. Reservoir work on Stewart property was adopted. Hospital bids were rejected. Residents urge keeping alley between Elston and Bowes properties closed and in owner possession. Multiple sidewalk construction plans were adopted. Sewer work district C and D cost 29402.37 with 2789.29 balance. Terrace avenue improvement contract awarded to H Ellis. Fourth Street bid rejected. readvertising ordered. Fire hose bid tabled for one week.
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Pacific Coast Fire Supply Co
Seattle
Eleventh
Broadway Streets
Stewart
City Hospital
North Aberdeen
Broadway
Eighth Streets
Elston
D. M. Bowes
G Street
Hume
Hume Street
Heron Street
N. P
Howell
Heron
Washington
Market
H. Ellis
Terrace Avenue
W. J. Woods
Fourth Street
Goram Rubber Company
City considers street improvements and water plans in Aberdeen
Seattle and Tacoma asked for price information on hhose. A resolution to pave H street from River to Heron with vitrified brick passed. Actions include grade change complaints, bids for sidewalks, spur track adjustments, and plans for Wishkah street and South Aberdeen water extension.
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Seattle
Tacoma
River
Heron
Agnew
C.M. Weatherwax
D. M. Bowes
J. Dolan
W. H. D. Carr
Ways and Means
Portland
Second Street
A. Wallen
Cemetery Road
A. Wenn
N. P. Railway Company
Newell Street
Wishkah Street
Broadway
Chehalis
Aberdeen
Elma Mills Running Under Strong Demand
The Chehalis county area sees mills and camps in full operation as shingles and lumber prices rise. Cars are plentiful and orders flow in while farm prices improve after a near perfect haying and grain harvest season. Elma reports new opera house and hotel and a concrete business block by R. H. Wade.
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HLMA
Chehalis County
Elma
R. H. Wade
Poppas Murder Trial Opens in East Aberdeen
The trial of Chris Poppas for the murder of Theodore Korrinas began in East Aberdeen's superior court. A continuance motion was denied, a jury was empanelled, and testimony started. The defense argues self defense as Korrinas allegedly tried to cut Poppas with a razor.
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Chris. Pappas
Theodore Korrinas
East Aberdeen
Poppas
Korrinas
F. W. Loomis
Aberdeen
Jorneys Wilson Buttner
E. H. Fox
Fine Job Printing at Moderate Prices
Gerald Printery offers affordable printing services with a focus on quality and value.
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Gerald Printery
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Phil
Porter
New Orleans Times-Democrat
Ireng
Debs
Labor
Republic
Eugene Debs
Mr. Debs
Tie
Bagnios
Atlantic
Prairies
City
J. C. Arnold
the Herald
BE. C
SOSAS
Division Street
Williams Street
Water Department
Elma Mills
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