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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1912
Page
4
The Central Labor Council of Oregon plans a public campaign to discourage immigration of those with limited means. Critics say the effort overreaches, while supporters argue restricting new arrivals protects local wages and services. The piece also notes shifts in national political alignments and a potential Roosevelt Bryan crossfire.
The fragment hints at a political atmosphere with references to Taft Roosevelt and Wilson era figures. It mentions Teddy the Ter rible and Oyster Ray as contenders, hints at campaign twists, and notes shifts in public sentiment as the election nears. The text evokes a partisan mood and names several public figures in a back-and-forth of speculative outcomes.
The recall movement in Hoquiam Tacoma and Seattle is unlikely to succeed as voters see misuse of the process. Most favor recalls only for extreme cases and oppose them when no good cause exists. The piece argues responsibility may curb reckless recalls and later reveal the law's strengths.
Readers show rising support for a government parcel post while opponents fear disruption to merchants and express companies. Retailers and mail-order houses worry about fair competition as carriers argue it would shift costs and affect royal dealer profits.
The text argues against a flat rate parcels post harming small retailers, warns Mexico holds 40,000 Americans, and criticizes broad American intervention in Mexico. It contends Americans abroad spend dollars abroad and would cause high costs to U.S. taxpayers if intervention occurs, benefiting only a powerful capitalist clique.
Feb 12 J W Mills a Chehalis drayman was arrested for trespassing after John T Wilson a Chehalis resident accused him of driving a heavy team over his property Mills was arraigned before Justice RP Beaufort and released on his own recognizance If not settled out of court a big hearing is set for today at 21 block
A fruit growers meeting is called for Thursday afternoon in Chehalis at the Bell theatre. Former state senator W. H. Paulhanins, renowned authority on small fruit and berries in the Northwest, will address the gathering. Effort is made to attract farmers from south and east of Chehalis to attend.
An increasing program has been arranged by the WWC for the Willard memorial services to be held in the mosque on Saturday afternoon. The gathering is well attended with many workers from the plant present. The program includes a biography of Mednale Willard by Mrs. Mara Pelton and a sermon by Mrs. Yani.
Prof H W Sparks of Washington State College will supervise a survey by irrigation expert O S Jayne of land donated by F J Hubbard just west of the city. The ten acre tract will become a demonstration farm for irrigating with a self supporting plant to be installed soon. Hubbard will donate the land under a five year contract with Pullman College oversight and irrigation to provide water. Farmers and citizens must cooperate.
Advices indicate Howard Guyn, the hard hitting infielder sold to Tacoma by Centralia at the close of the 191 season, will be given a chance to prove an infield role before returning to Centralia. Guy may wear a Centralia uniform in 1918 as he is awkward in the infield. Clarke Moore from Chehalis is also seeking an infield spot with the Tacoma club.
A fragment describes a card party with guests at a social gathering. Names and precise actions are unclear, but attendees from ATL and others were present, with general enjoyment noted.
Aberdeen Feb 16 After weeks of consideration H H C Miller president of the Aberdeen chamber of commerce and former manager of the Grays Harbor Railway and Light declines the governors offer to the state public service commission citing desire to stay in Aberdeen and his financial interests. A L Davenport manager of City Retail Lumber Co. is named as a possible appointee to succeed Miller with the governor aiming to recognize Southwest Washington in the vacancy caused by J C Lawrence.
A deputy from the sheriff office arrested a runaway boy in Castle Rock after a morning train ride from Centralia. The youth, named Harry Kirkpatrick, admitted his identity and was taken into custody as authorities investigated custody arrangements for Kakuma.
A veal miner named Anton Douglas, 18, suffered a severe laceration when he thrust his hand into a wolf’s cage at a local saloon. Police advised but the proprietor was not arrested. the desk sergeant offered little help amid confusion and unclear actions.
Downing, a candidate for commissioner, and Weald in Centralia, announce a new realty partnership opening March 7. The Harbor Ship of Wa S. Riley, 8a North Tower Ave, hosts a reception. Downing and Teatvare, well known in Jolow weekly, lead the venture as a notable local business addition.
The water committees of Centralia and Chehalis will hold a joint meeting at City Hall in Chehalis next Thursday night. The Chehalis group will present drafting suggestions for a new water ordinance, while Centralia’s ordinance is already prepared. Engineer Frank C. Kelsey is expected to submit a cost estimate report by then.
Chehalis and Labam high school basketball teams meet in Labam tonight after Chehalis, which left Chehalis on the noon train, expressed confidence of defeating Labam. Chehalis will start Prewitt and Davy at forwards, LaFollette at center, Summersett and Michael at guards. next on Chehalis schedule is Aberdeen on Washington's birthday.
Mrs. George Stberts of Nowak Prairie accuses her husband of insanity. Roberts returned from the eastern part of the state with his wife and relatives fear he may not return. He has lived in the county for about ten years.
Georges F. Trewer spoke at the Gilde theatre in Chehalis on the socialist lyceum course. His subject was The War of the Classes, with a woodland interlude. Several attended the lecture from the city.
Mary T King of Chehalis died at her home yesterday morning after a brief illness. The obituary notes funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday in Chelwie with burial at the Odd Fellows cemetery. The family requests memorials be sent to local charities.
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