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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1910
Page
8
A Russian logger, unnamed in this report, fell into the Wynwater river about twelve miles from Pe Ell on Friday and was found Monday near a canal gate. Bucklin led an inquest into the accidental death with no foul play indicated, the body retrieved by fellow workers.
Last night and yesterday many Todgemen from the county gathered in Onebatls to witness a preliminary ceremony at the new hall. Secretary N. Ashwadie received a gold signia badge from Dieckman on behalf of the donors, in a moving address. A chicken dinner preceded a grand ball as the hall filled with Odd Fellows and friends.
Margaret vington aged 14 died at her home in Chahalls after several months illness. The girl was bright and large for her age and was a favorite with relatives and many school chums, whose grief at her loss was shared by the community.
President Bush announced the formal appointment of new city mail carriers. WW P Judd Yahee replaces Bruno von der Heyden who moved to Olencoe Washington to pursue other duties. Judd named Mrs Judd as assistant carrier. Joseph Du Leau was appointed city mail carrier to Mylarons.
Two Centralia women were connected yesterday in a marriage license action before the county auditor. The contracts named John McChire of Ahordega and Maud Stebbins as contracting parties, with Giydle L. Oppelk and Lertha Jemima Kerstoller also listed in the records.
Local Modern Woodmen chapter plans a major event Saturday night the 17th featuring the initiation of many candidates. A social reception will follow with refreshments. Officers for the coming year are listed as VC Win Van Woert George Moreland Buckland Tripp Atwell Ware Mary Sentry Sports Managers Sullivan and Augst.
Chelalla Deo reports a resort alleged this week that the Twin City Light and Traction Company would change hands, but the company emphatically denies any ownership change. The management says capital will be strengthened and that substantial stockholders are coming in.
Kughalie Dee and C. Lewis Wilson of Cho nalls returned yesterday after an accident at Tacoma. Wilson, in a dilapidated state, barely moved following a fall while alighting a moving train. He misjudged his jump and narrowly avoided being run over, using a supreme effort to leap clear as the cars sped away. Authorities note he escaped serious injury by a narrow margin.
Southern Pacific begins electrifying its steam lines in Los Angeles area and plans a regional trolley system. The Pacific Electric group will operate under Pacific Electric with Pan Shoup as directing head. The network aims for 156 miles of trackage in Southern California reaching most towns including Ventura and Bakersfield while considering an extension toward San Diego.
Chehalis and nearby towns see visitors and residents in transition. J Donovan of Beattie visits his daughter Mrs C H Kerr in Chehalis. PR Stephens returns from Puget Sound area. Mr and Mrs N F Perry remain month in Little Falls with their daughter. Carolyn Kern of Chehalis to visit Zelia Kiley in Centralia. Architect Lewis Wilson working on Pasco city hall and library projects. Augus Linneman moves from Winlock to Chehalis for future home. Mrs T Clippinger returns from Ohio after father’s death. Mrs Clippinger enjoys Washington climate. Mrs Walters in Chehalis. Gussie Mann writes from Southern California. A small fire at Beldle Day Butcher shop causes little damage. George Sibley and wife expected back from vacation. Dr and Mrs Ridpath welcomed first son. Ridpaths’ home now in Olympia.
The Chehalis market reports a wholesale milk price at 1990 per 100 pounds, up from 1850, amid strong demand. Acting Manager Sandford cites heavy demand as the cause, with price ranges starting at 1450 and increasing to the peak.
Mrs Merle Pateh of Edwall Washington conducts evangelistic services this week by the Mission with Rev J C Baker arriving from Ta Crserra to lead the singing and speak. Widespread interest reported. Also notes on marriage licenses, Lutheran church plans in Centralia, and prison guards with bloodhound pursuit at Moxklit penal quarries.
Citizens turnout was calm as Harper and Judge Prewitt secured clear wins in three precincts with totals 272 for Prewitt and 128 for Harper. Socialists Bates and Meriter trailed in their races for councilman and mayor respectively, reflecting a foregone conclusion in a low campaign year.
A new marriage license ledger has been adopted by the county supervisor’s office, differing in design from the previous book. The earlier state law required medical certificates to exclude unfit individuals, including tuberculosis and insanity, but that provision was dropped and the license now simply records the contracting parties’ oath to obligations.
Chehalis city fathers debate a bid from Chehalis Thi & Company via General Coffman for furniture for the new city hall. The bid, likely about 274 dollars, is under review after issues with the tansisars office. A committee will study the matter.
Mrs Caltason of Chehalis hosted a Wednesday afternoon 500 party with a gathered group of prominent women. The event featured silver centerpiece decorations and water color place cards, a lavish lunch was served, and guests included Mrs Chas Nathan, G J Taylor, St John, Jos Suhues, S Hartman, E Large, D Verangon, A J Hull, W Berg, W L Hetchhiss, J Cottman, Sullivan, O H, Palmer, R P May, Win Thunswig, J E Leonard, Win Urquehat, B L Dysvemb, D W Bush, and Miss Nelsto Johnson.
The item notes advertising their charitable effort and mentions questions from readers about why it’s needed. It indicates organizers plan to request donations and clarify the purpose to supporters.
Chehalis will receive extensive public spending as spring opens in Lewis County. Total investments exceed 100000 dollars, including a 56060 sewer bid, steel bridge work near 20000, a hard surface project about 50000, and a new tail facility allocation.
Miss Ellen Murphy died at her home in Chehalis from paralysis last Tuesday morning and was interred in the Catholic cemetery yesterday. A solemn high requiem mass was celebrated by Rev. Father Moens before the interment. Miss Ellen Murphy came to Chehalis from Boston several years ago and was deeply respected by the friends she made since her arrival.
Chehalis dispatches report a spree of accidents across the district. Frere Johnson injured his knee while chopping wood and faces permanent disability. A 23 year old son of Mrs Joseph Ivaker broke his leg after a fall from Hyer ly’s quarry. A ladder fall at a building site injured two others. Litt Eva Meilian, 5, fractured a leg in a play accident. John Orr nearly died after overdose of Fowler’s solution. he ingested incorrect dose and suffered convulsions but survived with treatment.
Dee 30 Mrs Mary Gondhart a Chehalis resident died at home in Massachusetts and was interred in Chehalis after a service led by Rev Lac Violette. Undertaker S sanl met the remains at the depot. Funeral and burial details indicate a local church service followed by interment.
In Chehalis a jury acquitted Prouly of robbery and assault in an alley in Dryad after brief deliberation. The defense argued doubt over guilt despite strong evidence and a prior boast about taking the other man's money. A tiny daughter watched the proceedings with her mother.
In Chehalis on December 10 a railroad accident near Winnock shows passengers narrowly escaped death. Train No. 308 jumped the track at Capitolia due to rail displacement while moving slowly. The tender mail and baggage cars, the tender and front wheels left the rails. A temporary track was laid and delay lasted a couple of hours.
County commissioners rejected the Dryad liquor license renewal, signaling a looming dry spell in ten weeks when the current saloon permit ends. The meeting drew intense lobbying as officials faced a hard vote, and Dryad's nickname reportedly shifts toward Drydad amid the contentious dispute.
Uheladis Beepe on Worl love proved stronger than the hire wf Micot love it the case of Mrs. Dersen who was released from the Nugity dail yesterday and abandoned her liaison with P. McDonald with whom she fled from Rains. Gregon. The young man declared she would never live with her husband again and said in companionship with misery. She was left to face a felony charge with her lover as family friends report her two little children crying for their mother at home waiting for relief.
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