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Newspaper
Centralia News Examiner
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1908
Page
5
A garbled report describes a dispute where Perry sues Centralia over mayoral authority and sewer safety. The text mentions an appeal to the supreme court and a claim of municipal protection by a form of immunity, with unclear details about fault or damages.
Launched in the Lincoln Building, the month’s top attendance averages set by Davis’s room, Sloan’s room, and Mrs. Wright’s class highlight the Ok View School as the overall best with 1.8 attendance average. The campaign boosts school pride, with rooms earning pennants for consecutive monthly leadership and the district’s education board noting rising interest.
A Winloge man discovered a dead woman in a barn at about three in the morning. He reported the scene to local authorities and the coroner began an inquiry. The death is listed as self inflicted with unknown exact cause, possibly related to an old paralytic stroke. Mr. Les leaves a wife and daughter. the community notes Mrs. Lee has been ill. Winlonk News reports.
A new concrete walk extends along Tower Avenue from Main Street to Acme storefronts, joining existing paths outside Seton restaurant. Property owners including Lee Proflitt Dry Goods, Wy F, and The Seweelianniuer business office plan further improvements, with a paving district women sidewalk likely soon.
The Centralia event drew a crowded crowd as the Eagle Orchestra led a program of dances. Performers and attendees praised the evening as a successful celebration with extensive seating capacity used to accommodate all who enjoyed the performances.
In early spring, Dobut A Field plans to leave the woolen building next door north from Mooran's stone building and erect a modern concrete structure on his lot. Hime T R Stahl also intends a concrete building on his lots north of Knox. Several others plan similar developments along the same street though names are not yet public. Attorney General John Itkinean of Olympia visited with Shin twins and the Pinney Themrinee Apacohitlan manager in Seattle.
Opponents urge dropping the question and challenge the legality of proceedings surrounding the proposition. They argue procedural flaws and seek to halt further action until lawful steps are clarified. The stance highlights ongoing debate and potential legal scrutiny ahead of any vote.
City council meeting discusses installing a fire alarm system and granting hydrants in southwest areas. Lights, hydrants, and two new bills are approved or referred. concerns raised about locating and moving certain residents, with debate over police action and public order.
Centralia High School overwhelmed Olympia last Saturday, remaining undefeated. Key plays included a decisive 18 yard pass, powerful line blocking by Haskell and Breck, and strong runs by Gaston and Vangho. Olympia showed fight with Tackler Puller and end runs but fell short as Centralia's defense stymied several drives.
Last Saturday Mrs. W. B. Keir presented a sample of orchard apples displayed in the window of Mr. Ips Hardware. Spitzenbergs stood out as the finest looking fruit with other red apples similar in quality. A card on the box advertised the assortment. The two late varieties would not be ripe yet for eating. Mr. Keir discussed spraying methods from Centralia to Mount River County and offered to share practical advice on tree care and spraying timing.
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