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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1912
Page
1
The speech argues for honest policy over politics, calling for a downward revision of tariffs and a shift away from monopolistic favors. It urges cautious, steady changes to protect commerce, labor, and national development while stressing moral and political renewal.
A Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce panel and city finance heads will meet to trim city estimates. The piece notes fires water and streets dominate costs, cites Hoquiam and Tacoma comparisons, and proposes a one third levy cut with a tentative budget including insurance and employment bureau abolition.
Reverend J T McQueen says a cornerstone ceremony is being planned for the Aberdeen church as Bishop R J Cook of Portland finalizes the fall conference schedule. The event aims to be a major milestone in the church’s history, with brick and stone work nearly finished and the corner stone ceremony arranged pending the bishop’s arrival.
Aberdeen Printing Co promotes modern job printing at moderate prices with contact phone S401 for orders.
Western Washington shingle manufacturers shut about 75 percent of mills for an indefinite period to pressure Eastern buyers and curb prices. Output cuts, mainly on Grays Harbor and in Everett, aim to tighten stocks and solidify a strong market while awaiting renewed Eastern demand. Local notes include visits and travels of industry and residents.
The Democratic County Central Committee convened at Montesano to organize after primary election losses left fourteen elect committeemen. L. B. Bignold was reelected chairman and Dr. S. L. Monk secretary as a near-uncontested vote chose Eldridge Wheeler over J. J. Carney for state committeeman.
The United States case against Mrs. Samuel Levy of this city, charged with defrauding creditors in bankruptcy, will begin tomorrow morning. Indicted by a Federal grand jury months ago, the defendant allegedly shipped goods from Aberdeen to several points on the Sound after a receiver took control.
Hunters rush to lower day for geese and duck season amid reports of abundant duck in sloughs and inlets from Westport, Ocosta, and near Damon's Point. Scores expect an excellent opening.
The Herald declares nonstop coverage across all sections and topics for readers seeking comprehensive daily news. It emphasizes broad reporting from local to national levels, with updates throughout the day and period.
A. L. Davenport of the City Retail Lumber Co pledges time and effort to push a public appeal for a $10,000 reward for the arrest and conviction of the Bauer twins and Deputies McKenzie and Elmer murderers. He suggested appealing to the Chamber of Commerce and other influential groups, and endorsed John Tornow as a prime suspect, noting capture would resolve the case.
Aberdeen high school crushed Hoquiam 15 to 0 in a rapid season opener on Grays Harbor. Hoquiam pressured early, moving to Aberdeen’s five yard line before a fumble shifted momentum. Aberdeen then steadied and pulled away late in the third quarter.
Seattle September report states Judge W. W. Black is ruled eligible to be Democratic nominee for governor after lawyers’ opinions. The state central committee affirmed he will be seated if elected, with a November 5 campaign push led by party leaders and a large rally at the Coliseum.
Aberdeen secured her first touchdown and later added a second TD and a goal after a safety. The team led 15 to 0 at the end of the game.
Dr. O. R. Austin and Fred Davidson of Seattle, accompanied by several local friends, left Friday morning for a long hunting expedition in the Olympic mountains. The party is well equipped and expects to spend at least a month in the renowned hunting region.
Ed French of Hoquiam rode a two cylinder Indian over wet roads in heavy rain to finish the Aberdeen to Oakville motorcycle run in 1 hour 57 minutes averaging just over 40 mph. Leon McNeal finished 23 minutes behind, checking in at 1 20, Gould in third at 1 21. Timberg won the single cylinder class with 80 miles in 2 29, O Hare second. Thirteen started. five completed after spills and wrong turns.
A. C. Beck, international organizer for the International Alliance of Hotel and Restaurant Employees and the Bartenders International League, spent Thursday and Friday in Aberdeen. He addressed local groups Thursday evening and praised progress on Grays Harbor and nationwide, with plans to return to Aberdeen and Hoquiam for further duties.
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