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Newspaper
Centralia News Examiner
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1908
Page
6
A decoded fragment mentions Aenea and Seagoecon in relation to 08 Comtretia, with unclear action or outcome. Names appear as garbled OCR in a local news brief. The readable bits imply a report about events or entities connected to a date or code.
An unclear fragment mentions James Sherne and a political figure named Taft with references to Obis and the United States presidency. The readable text is fragmented and lacks a coherent event or date to establish a clear news item.
The Lewis county electorate faces a choice in the upcoming senate race. The note salutes J A Veness for integrity and county patriotism, arguing his business success and local service prove his fitness while cautioning against a candidate tied to lumber interests. Veness is praised as a proven, non plutocratic figure ready to serve the agricultural community and broader concerns.
Officials urge selecting the strongest possible candidate, stressing no compromise is acceptable and that only the best will satisfy county needs.
The text recalls Senator Ankeny as a West‑rooted reformer who rose from nothing, praised for financial insight and farm support, with Jones repeatedly elected to Congress. It notes political rivalries, funding battles, and a volatile push by Jones to succeed Ankeny, highlighting the tug between merit and patronage in early Washington state politics.
The article analyzes the Jones Ankeny contest for U.S. Senate, criticizing Jones for political missteps while praising Ankeny's oratory and financial aid to farmers. It notes timbered editorial lines from Seattle papers and questions campaign tactics, including Gus Thacker's dual-card approach and possible motives behind local press coverage.
A reader letter condemns Seattle dailies and Tacoma papers for biased editorials opposing Senator Ankeny and supporting Governor Mead. It argues abuse replaces argument and urges Ankeny’s reelection to continue his eight years in the Senate for Washington’s welfare. It attacks Times and Perkins press for partisan influence.
Red Cross Pharmacy advertises Kodol as the remedy to prevent sour stomach bloating indigestion and stomach distress in hot weather. It urges keeping a bottle handy and taking Kodol only when needed for relief.
An East Poland Maine resident touts Bucklen’s Arnica Balm as proper for sore feet and healing various abrasions, while a local druggist guarantees a fit for piles. The Yakima Best Flour, from N. Milling Co., is noted as leader for over twenty years.
This notice promotes Warrenton land sales at the mouth of the Columbia River and the proposed ocean terminus of the North Bank road. Prices range from $200 to $400 per lot with cash down $84 and monthly payments of ten dollars. other lots show $50 down and twelve fifty monthly.
Kidney trouble warned of as dangerous with symptoms like backache, headaches, nervousness, and urinary issues. Doan's Kidney Pills advertised as the reliable remedy, backed by Harrison Kerler of Centralia and a local testimonial, plus tax and sale details. Also promotes real estate listings and a Chesterville notice.
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