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Newspaper
Centralia News Examiner
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1908
Page
6
A lengthy notice details the municipal primary election underway in the city. It names key officials including the mayor and treasurer, outlines election dates, candidate eligibility, and the procedure for registration and ballots, emphasizing adherence to local statutes and the responsibilities of the election commission.
An OCR fragment markets free trips to Tacoma tied to a store promotion. It touts low prices and free fare for spending certain amounts, promising daily specials and widespread travel offers. The text references a “City of Destiny” and a Navi business, but details are unclear.
Notice is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for street grading in Local Improvement District No 8 is in justice for collection of assessments in full prior to bond issuance. The time for paying said assessments without penalty or interest ceases on December 30 1908. G. Merson, City Treasurer, asks for payment at once.
A testimonial claims Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured a woman’s menstrual and related health troubles after using the product. The letter promotes the compound as a standard remedy for female ills and urges other women to write for advice.
A historical notice endorses Mr. J. L. Baker for Justice of the Peace in Lewis County Washington. It discusses his qualifications, long city residence, prior service and a 3 year term as county commissioner, while noting a defeated primary and urging support on election day.
Fragmented OCR summarizes political appeals by Sinead statue holder and David Montfort urging support for Baker and Montfort in county clerk contest. Mentions experience in police positions, teaching pescy, and county appointments. Campaign tone emphasizes credit and constitutional duty as polls near Tuesday.
The fragmented text outlines a political race in Lewis County with candidate Dave Montfort seeking re election on the Republican ticket and Mr Kenayer facing opposition from the Democratic side. It notes Montfort's long service and party loyalty and mentions familiarity with county needs and strong local ties.
A garbled report cites Dr apparition and public money concerns as Kenoyer gains praise for Republican alignment. It references J E Leonard and J Leumorl as county reps, notes a 1804 sheriff nomination loss amid Populist gains, and hints at ongoing civic activity and public affairs. Weather ads and a liniment product promote remedies from Hackett.
A local amateur production called Whirl-On-The-Town was staged at the Opera House on Thursday evenings. The play featured Mrs Bower and Mr P.O. Nicholson and included songs and skits performed by a cast of local performers including Miss Guerrier and Miss Dana Daubney. The show received strong applause and was repeated on Wednesday evening.
The Equal Sufrage Association meets on the fest and third Tuesdays at Hinonddir Christian church. Mary Lost Lepary.
Pupils from Centralia and Chehalis public schools competed in a spelling contest held Wednesday evening in Abelilis. Contestants recited words in written and oral rounds judged by a local panel. Top spellers included Marion Poriey, Cora Hanon, and Hubert Andenwan, with several other students listed among the participants.
In Jefferson County news a reader, Geo M Felton of South Libron VA, cites Dr A W Miles who prescribes Genebridin’s Cholera and Digestion remedy. One bottle offered for sale by a local merchant.
A garbled local notice reports the marriage of Davit Berry to Alida Berry in Chehalis with a later ceremony in Centralia. The piece also mentions a double wedding at a residence, Salvation Army involvement, travel plans, and a list of postal notice details and ad-like items.
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