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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1911
Page
2
A City committee will investigate a municipal gravity water system for Port Townsend. If proven feasible, bonds may be voted to fund the project and provide cheaper water, with profits directed to debts and city improvements. Citizens urge action and early delivery of a committee report.
Residents fear the proposed depot will disrupt streets and vacate areas as railroads weigh yarding and repair facilities. Objections threaten city growth, with opponents arguing the project may be scrapped or relocated for cheaper inducements elsewhere. Local groups warn of prolonged delays harming progress.
Prother McBroom editor of the County Advocate critiques the municipal gravity water system proposal for Centralia and Chehalis. He argues existing water franchises are not exclusive, cities may install own plants, and new franchises would only arise if current contracts fail. The piece urges councils to honor people’s wishes and fulfill current franchise obligations first.
A 19th century discussion notes possible federal commissions to supervise Alaska industries and promote private or government led mining and coal ventures. Proposals argue opening Alaska would ease high coal prices, reduce consumer costs, and end bottling up the territory, with regional Pacific Northwest support for development.
The University of Washington invites all students to participate in a popularity contest by knocking on faculty members and subjects taught, in a way not typical in ordinary life. Knocks will be tabulated and filed, anonymous if desired.
A faculty committee plans questions for students to answer anonymously. Students may praise or criticize. Responses aim to guide changes in faculty, courses, and study. The move may reflect high student trust or possible faculty infighting and popularity contests.
Aug 22 Lewis County game warden Warren M Thorne arrested William Brown for killing a Chinese pheasant near Chekalis Deep Creek. Brown was arraigned before Justice W A Westover and fined 10 dollars plus costs. He boasted of killing birds as wardens approached, displaying a sack of dead birds.
The Lewis County Women’s Christian Temperance Union holds its nineteenth annual convention at Logan Union Church in Centralia on Thursday and Friday. Sessions run all day with a Friday evening program at 8 o’clock featuring a silver medal contest and speeches by Mrs. R. A. Wilson and several other named speakers.
Belle Isle New York August 22 Owing to exceptionally strong winds aviator Harry Atwood could not continue his cross country flight toward Albany The schedule is for him to reach Albany tonight He left Lyons yesterday and encountered severe winds earlier today.
In Ontario Aug 19 Liberal Sir leading the fight and Robert TL Borden Conservative leader closed the first week of their campaigns. Premier heads to Quebec City while Herden visits Warnerston Ontario Bly Wilfred to focus on Montreal district. Bor doy to speak in Taranto Petersboro and other Ontario cities.
Mr and Mrs James VW Naylor visit their daughter as W E Brown of Centralia recalls the early days. Naylor, a prominent Everett attorney, once served as Justice of the Peace in Centerville now Centralia, with a long record of public service. The trip included Tacoma and Tumwater where Naylor’s history and family links were discussed.
Amid inquiries to Prosecuting Attorney Buxton, he stated there is no known law protecting pigeons, surprising locals and easing hunters’ concerns about shooting them, as county game wardens faced doubt over any protective statute.
The G A R and Spanish War Veterans and allied groups plan an old fashioned picnic at the Washington Oregon grounds between Centralia and Chehalis on Thursday August 22. The 10 o clock car will be taken to the stouks. A general invitation invites all to attend with a program of entertainment and plenty of basket lunches.
Philadelphia Aug 19 Rector George Richmond of Bt ooin s Episcopal church defended his stance amid editorial criticism. He said the couple would wed before returning from their yachting trip, praising his denouncements and expressing faith in the marriage.
In Detroit the Los Angeles delegation disrupted the National Convention session to block nominations. They demanded amending the constitution to allow officer nominations at loading sessions to better acquaint delegates with candidates. The hour long disruption aimed to help their candidate William Alderson for supreme vice dictator, as James Lennox nominated himself. Nominations and election were moved to the next day to avoid rule violations.
Sunday Aug 22 at Raymond Empire Harkett umpired a game amid foul play by disgusted fans. Eggs showered him after repeated bad calls while players protected him. Krause and Berger challenged calls and Patton nearly confronted the umpire before calm by Captain Boettiger allowed play to continue.
Harry Troth, a Centralia lodge delegate and local businessman, returned from the ELAS national convention in Atlantic City last month. He toured major events, including the International Aviation Taper in Chicago, with a six week trip.
A ball game between Centralia business men and traveling salesmen is set for Pate Grounds this afternoon. The event features prominent local figures and is expected to be a spirited, hard fought match. The traveling men have faced Southwestern Washington clubs and drawn crowds aiming for wider recognition.
The city unions announce a Labor Day celebration in Centralia on September 4 with a grand parade, baseball game, races, music, and a dance. Invitations will go to unions statewide to send delegations as thousands of visitors are expected. A special train will bring attendees from Kopith Mendota and Tons.
Fargo North Dakota reports a deadly cyclone that demolished Antlers and neighboring towns. Authorities fear about 20 deaths and 200 injuries with property damage near one million dollars. A second note mentions Stutebaker city attorney undergoing appendicitis surgery with an initially uncertain outcome and a later positive prognosis.
President Taft accepted an invitation to lay the cornerstone of San Francisco's exposition and plans a major Pacific Coast trip. He will visit Oregon Washington and California leaving Beverly around September 15. He aims to deliver numerous speeches and promote the Panama Canal project while traveling with a presidential entourage.
Aled In the Suporter sues the City of Centralia to stop the vacation of streets for railroad purposes. The suit seeks an injunction but faces a demurrer from City Attorney Honhag. A ruling is expected around September. bond is required before an injunction.
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