Man Arrested While Pilfering Flour From Railway Car
James Donovan was arrested in Chehalis rail yard near the passenger depot after being caught taking a sack of graham flour from a C M and St F freight car. Deputy Sheriff Tom Foster seized him. Donovan claimed an unknown man promised half of the loot for help. Reeves of Elma visited Sid Reeves before continuing to Astoria.
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James Donovan
Chehalis
Graham
Tom Foster
Home Bakery
Foster
Donovan
Westover
Reeves
Elma
Astoria
Sid Reeves
Change of venue in Decker case requested in Chehalis
In the hearing of J. D. Decker v. D. Wee in Chehalis Justice Court, attorney C. A. Studebaker moved for a venue change to Judge Westover. Judge Deaufort granted the change, with the hearing set within 20 days in Westover's court. Decker seeks a continuance to obtain a deposition from a witness in Oregon. Rice, former Dream Theatre proprietor, alleges Decker failed to repay $48, while Decker held multiple roles for Rice.
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J. D. Decker
D. Wee
Court of Justice PC
Beaufort i N Chettalls
Oregon
Rice
Dream Theatre
Chehalis
Decker
Husband in Anil Family in Dire State
Janes Kelley, termed a tramp, received a sentence of zero days in Lewis County jail after assaulting Night Marshal Thomas Blake with accomplices. The court heard the wife and children were in dire straits in Portland, prompting hope a shortened sentence might let him provide for dependents.
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Janes Kelley
Lewis County
Court of Justice
Beaufort
Thomas Blake
Oboe
McNulty
Kelley
Win Dearing
Portland
Heanfurt
Marriage License Issued for Charie Jonkins and Lula Kooseo
A marriage license was issued yesterday in Chehalia by Auditor Swoford to Charlie Joy Jonkins and Lula Kooseo. Both residents of Chehalia, described as well known young people from Mat City, with Judge Rico performing the ceremony after the Tepako ceremony. the couple left for a short honeymoon at various Harbor points.
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Office of
Auditor Swoford
Chehalia
Charlie Joy Jonkins
Lula Kooseo
Tle Contracting Partes
Mat City
Rico
Boen
Raya Harbor
Indiana to probe express rates in thorough state inquiry
The Indiana Railroad Commission opened a comprehensive investigation into express rate practices in the state, targeting all operators. Previous probes cited excessive charges and potential benefits from reform, with earlier efforts shaping current inquiries and legislative changes.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Indiana Railroad Commission
State House
United States Circuit Court
A. B. Anderson
Jcommission
General Assembly
Burton bill backers redraw House seats by state legislatures
United Press dispatch from Washington reports the Senate approved Burton’s plan for redistricting by each state legislature under state laws. Amendments by Burton allow gubernatorial style nomination and limited legislative redistricting where initiative or referendum are not in force. The bill also fixes the next Congress at 423 representatives, granting Oregon an extra seat and Washington two more.
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United Press
Washington
Senate
Burton
House
Oregon
Keller Promises To Make Good All Checks He Drew
Keller a prominent Jackson Prairie figure, faces multiple creditors alleging he issued worthless checks. Writs of attachment were served. he agreed funds may exist but plans to sell property to settle debts. Townsend seeks attachment, but arrest unlikely given his reputation. prior case dismissed after repayment in gold.
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Keller
Asie le Jon
Jackson Prairie
Centralia
Chehalls
Marshal 5. F
Yawasemi
Chehalis
Yestordiny
Cint
Townsend
Kelles
Jackson's Prairie
P. Beaufort
Eniores
Keller's
Alleged Show Up Corruption Ties in Legislation Trials
United Press report from Washington details alleged corruption tied to the trials in the legislature. White, a state figure, confessed to accepting payments and funding with money from Brown and other Democratic leaders to influence information flow. He claims daily sums were spent while in Chicago to secure such information.
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United Press
Washington
Tong
Lowhuoer
de White
St. Louis
Brown
Chicata
Express Rates Ordered to be Proportionate
Washington August 2 The Interstate Commerce Commission orders express companies to proportionate full rates between designated polls and interurban routes. The directive aims to standardize tariffs across routes while advertisers and carriers adjust pricing.
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Washington
Torstate Commerce Commission
Expresa
Interstate Commerce probing rates on 150 railroads
Washington August 4 sweeping investigations of rates for the railroads were ordered by the Interstate Commerce Commission. The action targets transportation of livestock and other goods across 150 roads, with broad implications for pricing and shipments.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Ing
Canadian premiers unite to back reciprocity program fight
Premier Scott of Saskatchewan and Premier Sifton of Alberta pledge support to Premier Laurier in the battle for reciprocity with Britain. The leaders, speaking from Ottawa, intend to mobilize their administrations and resources to press the Liberal agenda during the campaign.
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Ottawa
Ont
Scott
Saskatchewan
Laurier
Sifton
Alberta
England
Kelso Council Warns Washington Oregon Corp on Electric Rates
Kelso city council warned Washington Oregon Corporation electric ratepayers not to pay above the lowest rate for consumption within Kelso limits. The resolution accuses the firm of overcharging beyond its franchise and cites recent complaints by the mayor and citizens. It cites specific rate discrepancies and notes emergency work performed to keep fire protection.
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Centralia
Chehalis
Washington Oregon Corporation
Kelso
Washington-Oreson Corporation
Kelso Council
Kelson
Washington-Oregon Corporation
Tanchise Waier
Wwenets Pasivess
Kelsownt
Tata Ue
Ad Tis
Thal
Service &l Rales
Unclear Name Faces Nuisance Charge in Police Action
A person identified as X. Z. Yzxrqw, described with multiple spellings, was arrested by Police Sergeant Belwart after a series of complaints. The individual was detained near a street corner at an early hour and slated for arraignment before Judge Hoga later today.
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Nana
Palley
Paland
Hoga
Easyfornoohoon
Public Aylaangetndy
Berger Offered Terms by Victoria North Western League
A message from the Victoria Northwestern League manager asked pitcher Berger to join their club. Berger replied he signed a Centralia contract and negotiations must go through WWRL Patton. Word from Victoria manager awaited as they contest a series with Portland this week.
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Berger
Hlas
Centralia
Chehalis
Centrala
Wwrl Patton
Manaser
Victoria
Portland
Klerger
Haytian Troubles Prompt New Public Safety Talks
United Press dispatch reports in Tort Prince that Aug. discussions hint at a possible settlement of unrest. Committees on public safety are reorganized to include all revolutionary members, as President Shnon and his family contemplate a move to Jamaica. Foreign ministers and officials face mounting scrutiny amid a shifting political scene.
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United Press
Shnon
Hia
Jamalen
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