Employers' liability law eyed as landmark reform
The legislature faces a sweeping employers liability bill aimed at funding injury and death benefits through employer taxes. It would create state backed liability insurance, requiring payments via funds handled by the state and not through direct payouts by employers. Proponents cite reduced litigation and broader protection for workers in hazardous jobs, while critics urge close scrutiny of costs and implementation.
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Humae
Washington
Union
Yemsen
Reformatories and Punishment at Cheha Reform School
Reports from former inmates and officials indicate reform methods at Cheha Reform School rely too heavily on punishment. The paddle and confinement are questioned, and experts urge intelligence driven reform rather than suppression to truly reform both boys and girls. The adequacy of current punishment versus humane reform is in doubt.
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Chehais
Hn Ean
Cho- Inxlis
News-Examiner backs temperance shift in Centralia
The Centralia News-Examiner editorials on liquor repeal now argue local option and prohibition are not temperance. They cite historical per capita alcohol use and compare dry areas to claim prohibition failed, urging fewer consumers to lessen liquor consumption. Some readers note the column repeats sensational claims.
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Centralia News-Examiner
News-Examiner
Hqnor
Centralia
Council debates fenders on Centralia street cars
The meeting discussed if the city council can force the street car company to fit fenders. A councilman’s father died after a Centralia street car collision, underscoring the need for safeguards already lacking. The council plans to reference law and consider an ordinance to enforce fenders.
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Centralia
Centralis
Scomone
Stamp Out Nepotism in State and County Offices
A call for legislation to abolish nepotism in state and county government, arguing that appointments of relatives to deputy, clerk, and matron positions are based on family ties rather than fitness. The letter cites the State Training School at Choahalla and officials’ wives holding key roles as evidence of harmful favoritism.
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Atste
Fiee
Ofce
Stata
Chohalla
Aspinall Hans
Ita
Mra. Briffatt
Dons
Critics Attack State Training School Coverage Claims
A Chehalis correspondent and Tacoma Ledger report face criticism as opponents of the State Training School investigate alleged abuses. They describe suspicions of political motive, urging cautious treatment of inmate stories while defending humane concerns for vulnerable youths.
Political motives cloud training school inquiry
The editorial argues that critics press for an accounting of Training School officers, accusing officials of political motives and possible whitewash. It urges Governor Hay to resist misleading representations, suspend staff, and allow a real investigation, noting delays and the need for timely action by the county prosecutor.
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Hay
Hayiz Hood
Centrala
Chehalie
Gov. Hay
Audhone
State Training School accused of mishandling young woman
A letter argues the State Training School rails Mil dred Hanning back into confinement, claiming unfair treatment, potential abuse, and lack of reform. The writer questions who benefits from her return and highlights ongoing concerns about the institution’s methods and guards.
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Mildred Hanning
Hera
Centralia
Avathosa
Ate
Special Vote Offers End Tonight in District Contest
Misa Dora Thompson leads District 1, Miss Gertrude Breese District 1, Miss Junta Brown District 8, Mrs Ernest Meyer District 4 as eight oclock approaches. Ten dollar gold prizes for most weekly subscriptions and four umbrellas end tonight alongside a double vote offer on all subscriptions, old and new. Final tallies, sealed ballot box, judges count Saturday night. Pianos and district prizes await top counters with a range of diamond rings and watches for district winners.
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Junta “Brown
Mra
Ernest Meyer
Merzia
Hamilton
Howard
Giyan Bereholes
Monarch
A.B. Burton
Baldwin Company
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Zimmer Dbidg
Centralia
Gisud
Elvenheir
Jackson
Modern Business College
A. A. Woelfel Co
Central'a
Burnett Bros
Chehalis
Puccharia
Chehals
Four Contests Split Chronicle Prize Districts
The Chronicle dissolves into four separate contests with a prize for each district. A manager for each district will oversee candidate interests and ensure lively campaigning.
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