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Centralia Weekly Chronicle

Location

Centralia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1911

Page

8

Four youths face charge in brutal murder case

United Press dispatch from Gadsden Alabama reports four youths Luthor Thompson Joseph Saulsberry Wiley Goforth and J Curvin tied to a murder of Nicholas Ghentzel German hermit miner near Altoo. They received a preliminary hearing as investigators note the victim was robbed and killed, body hidden under a cabin, and suspects fled to Birmingham and Arkansas after spending large sums.

United Tress Gadsdin Alt Luther Jlompson Joseph Saulsberry Wiley Goforth J. Curvin Nicholas Ghentzenl Altoo Tirmingham Shellby Arkansas

Uncertain Missing Figure Case Involving Paul Mien

A garbled report cites Sutler Court and Paul Mien with an arrest in Koyiah on Friday night for operating and a related charge. It mentions a woman charged, a firearm, and a conditional release on £500 bond, with references to Euston and an attorney.

Vandar Sutler Court Paul Mien Koyiah Euston Ett Allen AUK

Touring car turtle escape scene reported near Toledo

fragmentary OCR reads of a local incident describe a touring car overturning near Toledo as a secretary and workers respond. mentions persons likely involved, unclear details, and a late-night scene with a car fleet and stalled vehicle.

Thirty Four Time Clock In School Installed

Ae and Win Mites, Contraliats engineers, report the installation of thirty four clocks at HH School. One clock in each of four rooms and the principal’s, with the principal’s clock controlling all others.

Ae & Win Mites Secvtricats Saeed Wankaet

New Appointee So Well Known in Lewis County

Aug. 9. H. H. Hurst, the new commissioner for the Southwest Washington Water Association, has been appointed to succeed H. O. Stone. He is a well known Toledo resident and staunch supporter of Lewis County, and his many friends are pleased by the appointment. Mr. Stone resigned due to changing residence to Bremerton.

H. H. Hurst Southwest Washington Watr Association H. O. Stone Lewis County Toledo Stone Bremorton

Assessors Notice On Timber Land Assessment Change

A United Press Leased Wire report from Olympia notes that the prosecuting attorney of Mason County, Assistant Attorney General Lyle Nolda, advised that if a timber land assessment is to be raised, notice to the owner must be given and the notice must include a property description.

United Press Olympia Mason County Lyle Nolda

Elaborate Labor Day Plans Unveiled by Centralia Unions

Delegates from multiple Centralia unions held a meeting last night to organize elaborate preparations for Labor Day events. Leaders named include Leftwitt as secretary, with Sweeting handling final arrangements next Thursday. A parade is planned for the morning and an open air celebration in the afternoon, expected to draw several thousand visitors from nearby towns including Ko leh Mendota and Toru. Local businesses aim to close for the day to aid the event, and additional activities tied to the Jan State League ball season are anticipated to boost attendance.

Centralia Amers Low Heia J. YI Koleh Mendota Amd Chehalis

Open Streets petitions circulate for four projects

City residents circulate four petitions to permit street improvements. One targets the Uacks area in the northeast and another the northern bushmen district, with two more in the eastern part of town. Proponents report railroad ground concerns and a plan to proceed with four tracks, while some property owners oppose the track, fearing displacement.

Cour Piliai O N.im Connectio Werte

Improvements Planned for Meskill Quarries

Local brief notes proposed upgrades to UGE quarries at Meskill with government oversight. Details on funding sources and construction timeline are not clear in the fragmented text.

UGE Meskill

Government dredge urged to deepen Hoquiam channel

The Ary river and Torrher Pontta fag recommended to the Secretary of War that a Government dredge be used to deepen the Hoquiam Washington channel. Senator Jones and Representative Warburton have urged the move, claiming the dredge would save about 12000 dollars versus contracting. Congress must appropriate funds before work can begin.

Washington Torrher Pontta Secretary of War Hognitte Wash Jones Warburton Weir Congress

Quarry Superintendent Discharged Amid Controversy

Io discharging FP Wy Reldig, longtime superintendent at Mesil must, followed by appointment of Rate dolph to fill the vacancy. Officials cite Wy Reldig spends too much time in Tacoma and unrest at the Meakill Institution, with no automatic quit system in place.

Wy Reldig Mesiitl PL FL Robi Ratedolph Iir Tacoma Meakill Institution Thore Ure

New Depots Planned for Ke loo and Castle Rock

Construction on Ke loo’s brick depot and Castle Rock station advances with bids received and work to begin. Oak woodwork and brick walls chosen, with a front 60 feet wide and a rear wall, cow wall design, and an anticipated October completion target despite contract delays.

King Street Seattle Otis Chats York Tapilly Possble

Centralia Man Pursues Bear in Olympic Peninsula Outing

A Centralia man and three companions spent two weeks traveling from Centralia to Olympia then Hood Canal and into the Olympics. While berry picking, Dr. Pickford dropped his nerves and ran with a rifle, climbing a tree to recover his water and retrace his steps as a black bear fled in the opposite direction.

Dre Lord and Wires Dr. Pickford Donald Olympia Alen Hood's Bickford Br Hiktard

Will Fire First Gun Of Strike in West

United Press dispatch from Chicago reports that the first gun in the railroads clash with shopmen may be fired in San Francisco. Labor leaders expect Pacific Coast action and seek recognition to spur nationwide drive. Kruttschnitt of the Harriman system says strikes depend on union choices and that railroad earnings cannot meet demand.

West United Presa Chicago San Francisco Pacific Coast Kruttsschmitt Harriman System

Rail strike threat used as show of strength by labor unions

In Chicago on a railroad strike scenario the railroad department of the American Federation of Labor is backing a demonstration of power. The Austrian Federation of Labor reportedly formed four years ago with about 700 members across 18 railroads. The Harriman line’s refusal to comply is seen as a prelude to wider walkouts across all railways unions, aiming to place rail workers on par with building trades in leverage.

Chicago Uday Western Railroads Railroad Department American Federation of Lahor Austivan Federation of Labor Flarriman Line Meads

Methodists Divided Over Amusements

New York August 10 The fall conferences and laymen meetings next week may reveal deep splits in Methodist polity as lay proposals seek liberal changes to church rules on amusements and pastimes. Proposals have circulated to associations and northern Methodists expect discussion and recommendations this autumn while clergy largely oppose the move.

New York Methodist Hoiseopal

Postal banks thriving in Centralia era of trust and deposits

In Centralia, postal banks flourish as savings rise and deposits grow. The new venture builds public confidence, with funds largely accumulated at home and directed to local shoring needs. The article notes cautious optimism and the growing role of postal banking in the community.

Centralia Sam

Edison Hero in London Visits Declined by Edison

Edison Io Ablo hero in London as Thomas A Edison was lionized in the House of Commons by British statesmen during a Wiel stay en route to France. He appeared modest and declined an invitation to visit the House of Lords.

London Wiel France Thomas A. Edison Great Britain House of Lords

Centralia Couple Marry After License Granted

Chester Grimes and Mary Keyes, residents of Centralia, received a marriage license from the Auditor at Chehalis and were wed locally by a minister after the permit.

Ucense Swotford Chehalis Chester ‘“Qrimes Mary Keyas Centralia Thin Clty

Wilson to Review Big Baby Parade

Long Branch Aug. 18 Gov. From all around wind mothers of the beautiful and Intelligent infants rush toward Long Branch for the annual baby show. Young hopefuls in ribbon winners gather as the parade opens with a festive carnival weekend forecast.

Long Branch N. 1 Ang

Beavers Cancel Portland Game At Pair Grounds

A letter from Portland Coast League manager to M W Daubney canceled the scheduled game with Centralia State League, citing the Beavers crippled condition and stating the trip to town is impractical. The postponement will likely cause disappointment among local fans.

M. W. Daubney Portland Coast League Centralia Beavers

Chehalid School Report Details Separate Busing Plan

A local report states the investigation found boys and girls should be separated on buses. The school spoke of Mercer Island near Seattle as the location for training and related discussions.

TC Athorney Ovinien Ty Gar M. E. Hay Seattle Mercer Island

American Flag Burned in Public at Woodstock

A dispatch from London reports Thomas Midgetey known as a Yankee hater publicly burned the Stars and Stripes in Woodstock. Earlier he had nailed an American flag above his shop door as a miserie act.

iVuired Press Buppalg London Oursay Thomas Midgetey Woodstock

Soldiers Home Funds Earned From Federal Grant

A funds check for 39 175 has been received from the federal government for the soldiers home. Of the amount to be paid 8 426 8 goes to the Orthug dutal zation and Port Orchard home will receive 2 126. There to fill 2 025 additional due but not yet paid due to a deficiency in the fund. The government assists in supporting old soldiers, paying 100 dollars a year for each member.

Olympia Aug Koverminenk Port Orchard

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