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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1912
Page
6
On April 17 the county board upheld County Superintendent Carter in uniting School Districts Nos. 4 and 104. The merger lets District 104 pupils use Doty High School and lets District 4 pupils gain from the districts increased valuation, with No. 84 taking twice No. 104.
Martin Deggelier son of Chehalis official Bill Deggelier recently gained an appointment to the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis. He took entrance examinations in Tacoma yesterday. At 17, he will finish Chehalis high school this year. Results will be known in several weeks.
Francis Dean an oldtime resident now living in Vancouver Washington. At 48 he grants his daughter Mrs S J Saindon to Chelally. Dean came to Washington in 1843 when it was wilderness and settled in Lewis County in 1877. He owned a large farm on Cow Hig Prairie before selling and retiring from active life.
Spanish War Veterans of Massachusetts gather in River, April 18, for their annual state convention opening this evening at Amesnart Tal. A parade is planned for tomorrow afternoon followed by an evening program and other customary observances.
A Rivesville letter claims Cardul cured a long battle with womanly troubles, back and side pains, and sleep loss after doctors advised surgery. The writer credits relief to Cardul, urges others to use it, and notes long familiarity with its use in women’s health.
H Avand and J W Weddle two cousins say Allen the fugitive bandit will never be caught. They note Allen a rural mail carrier who knows the territory, cite a Virginia clipping saying Sidna Allen and Wesley Edward remain at large with no trace after three days of bloodhounds in the mountains, and report locals shield the outlaws while some relatives are arrested for aiding them.
Mrs Maude Gibson files suit in Lewis County Superior Court against Milkon Acheson seeking $5000 damages claiming seduction by persuasion deception and false pretenses leading to a child with allegations of a broken marriage and divorce prior to the alleged acts. The complaint notes the act occurred on or about October 28 1903 and naming a child allegedly born to Wavgy C Gibson.
United Press Leased Wire reports from Washington describe a somber eulogy by the president for Major Butt. The oblique tribute notes his service, personal losses, and the impact of his death on friends and soldiers, reflecting on his character and duty.
Western League opens on getaway day with varied teams, Denver Grivalles favored to challenge for the rag. Omaha notes weak sisters stored up for a tough season as newer franchises emerge, including Piehlo replacing Burfortering.
Veterans gathered for the opening of the Connecticut Department of the Grand Army of the Republic encampment in Anport. Organized veterans from Severn banded together for the event with Fort wartime ties and ceremonial honors noted by the host unit.
A committee of Titanic survivors issued a press statement via United Props Leased Wire detailing the disaster timeline. They report the iceberg strike on April 14, 1912, Carpathia's rescue, and praise for rescuers aboard the Carpathia. They urge improvements in lifeboat numbers, crew training, and international safety laws, calling for U S action and an international conference.
The passage discusses education and college culture through fictional voices, noting universities as organized systems for shaping thought and politics. It questions current affairs, philosophy, religion, and the role of undergraduates, portraying a critical view of academic life and societal influences.
Leaders of United Mine Workers and anthracite operators opened talks as about 176 000 miners in eastern Pennsylvania entered a period of uneasy calm. Bituminous miners followed with similar action, bringing idled workers to about half a million. A prolonged strike could cripple mines towns, affect rail repairs, and shock the regional economy, as photography of a typical anthracite street shows miners and veterans amid wary townsfolk.
Local fans discuss whether the hard hitter or the speed king on the bases is more valuable for the Scout team. Joe Wilkins, popular catcher for Chehalis last year, shows strong baserunning and a decent batting average as he moves from minor to major leagues, aiming to prove himself this season with Central's Scout roster.
The Commercial Club speaker urged support for the new Carnegie Library to be opened around May 40 or June 1 with a post project ceremony by Abikier and Winlock, noting a $850 fund for athletic ball expenses and a pledge that seating would be secured. Rev Lenitetion moved to extend by the Wester ington Sunday School Assoc, with Meyer Thompson and Jae Sststanton also contributing remarks.
Mrs Eliza Sayre a city resident and mother of John Sayre proprietor of the French Dye Works was examined by a sanity commission before Court Commissioner W A Westover last night. The woman was found to be insane and was taken to the hospital for care after the examination by Drs Staltt Primator and DetHekCord.
Fragmentary notice details a local event with names and actions. It mentions manager Pathe Tiny arviverE and fans awaiting a game, with references to three jets and a contested effort. The readable text is garbled and lacks clear dates or outcomes.
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