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Newspaper
Centralia News Examiner
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1908
Page
2
A fragmentary notice indicates the City of Contratie is pursuing a new phone system project. Details are unclear but officials outline improved communications and public access. Further information to come with official release.
The August 21, 1908 issue outlines Carrs A A Malt's endorsement of William Howard Taft of Ohio for President with James Sherman of New York as Vice President.
The Lewis county community weighs Senator Venesss qualifications amid debate over his lumber interests and record in the state senate. Opponent Fishback offers little to offset Venesss proven experience, while Veness emphasizes his integrity, county dedication, and practical business background as essential to representing agriculture and other sectors in Olympia.
A fragmented line notes a county matter involving securing something described vaguely as a beat and clothing. The readable portion mentions a person named Tess who should be satisfied with the outcome or item. Further specifics are unclear from the OCR snippet.
In Washington, the contest for the U S Senate seat grows heated as incumbent Ankeny defends six years in the chamber against challenger Jones who seeks advancement after five terms in Congress Two foes clash over ambition and influence in the national capital and Western political legacy remains at stake.
The piece analyzes the looming primary battle between Jones and Ankeny for the U S Senate. It discusses campaign dynamics, potential successors like Tom Rockwell, Cushman, and Hustphray, the role of media and the so called Ankeny barrel, and how the outcome could reshape state representation while noting public mood and editorials from The News-Examiner.
A Northern newspaper column attacks Seattle Post Intelligencer and Times for biased editorials. It urges Senator Ankeny to seek reelection and argues for fair coverage to benefit Washington state governance and the public good. The piece defends Me d and criticizes editorial excesses across city papers.
The article questions Gus L. Thacker about using two sets of campaign cards. One set claims he would enforce laws without fear or favor, including Sunday closing, while the other omits such sentiment. The piece urges Thacker to clarify the motive behind the dual cards and any change of political stance.
An advertisement urges readers to keep Kodol in the home to prevent sour stomach bloating and indigestion during hot weather. It claims nine of ten ailments stem from the stomach and promotes taking Kodol when needed, sold by Red Cross Prineeee.
YT has found Backten's Arnica Salve to soothe sore feet and heal burns cuts and abrasions. It is recommended by Mrs W. Ste of East Poland Maine and praised for piles. Sold under guarantee at P. R. Stahl drug store, 26e 44-1. For over twenty years Yakima Best Flour led by N. Y. Milling Co.
Warrenton lots at the mouth of the Columbia River near the ocean terminus of the new North Bank road are advertised. Prices range from 200 to 550 dollars with cash down payments of 40 to 50 dollars and monthly balances of 10 to 12.50 dollars.
The notice warns of dangerous kidney trouble and urges Doan's Kidney Pills as a proven cure. Harrison Kee ler of Centralia Wash. testifies he suffered back and kidney pain after an injury but relief came quickly after using Doan's. The ad promotes availability at local dealers for 50 cents from Foster Milling Co. and lists contact info for the distributor.
An old soldier and United States Express Co official praise Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for Libby Prison diarrhoea. The testimonial cites rapid relief and notes prior service with Rutherford B. Hayes and William McKinley. Also mentions Realty Department rent collection and a laxative syrup guarantee.
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