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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1911
Page
6
Chehalis plans major public works including a hard surface road from the high school east on Market street to the city limits and on Main street to the river bridge. About 20 000 square yards of paving will be added downtown. The new 510000 sewer system work begins in April, targeting southern and eastern areas.
United Press report from El Paso dated February 11 notes insurgents and federalists have not clashed. About 1,100 rebels are dispersed near Juarez, forming a semi circle from near Saragosa. Federalists in Juarez brace for martial law and tighten defenses ahead of a possible assault.
On February 11 at El Pabo Texas American aviator Chan Hamilton flew a biplane over Juarez while French flyer Roland Garros piloted a Bleriot monoplane crossing the border. They had been warned a flight over Juarez would draw a storm of bullets from Federal troops holding the city.
Castle Rock Washington February 14 A southbound freight train accident one mile north of Olvana killed Andrew J Murray of Vancouver Washington. Murray, trying to beat his way home to see a sick child, was locked in a car by a crew member. The door flew open and he was thrown out, striking his head on the ground and dying. His companion found him dead after returning to the scene.
Washington February reports show Representative Payne of New York Datel of Tennessee and Champ Clarit of Missouri discussing Speaker Cannon who has a severe cold. The minor illness among members may delay action on Canadian reciprocity in the House. a committee vote is tentatively set for Friday.
The Twin City Council of Carpenters and Joiners of America filed a complaint with the state railway commission against Twin City Light & Traction company alleging the fare between the two cities is excessive.
United Press reports in Vienna that Haron Albert Rothchilds, head of the Avatrian branch, died of heart disease. Funeral will be attended by heads of British, French, and German Rothchildes. The Rothchilds are described as the world’s wealthiest family and financier house.
Seattle February 11 Dilling successor to Gill as mayor began his term by accepting Gil s resignation and immediately dismissing police chief Wappenstein. Claude Rannick, formerly a police captain, was named chief as the new administration vows a city clean-up.
New York February 11 Andrew Carnegie urged working girls not to spurn suitors who are millionaires. He noted most millionaire wives are unhappy due to excess luxury and lack of mental resources. He said wealth should come from useful labor and stressed the importance of usefulness to the community.
United Press reports Olympia on February eleventh when Gov. Hay used a private investigating party to examine charges of cruelty at Chehalis training school against Superintendent Aspinwall and staff. Senate members condemn the move as overreach and pledge to consider their own inquiry.
Olympia Feb 11 The Senate votes to abolish the land commissioner post and replace it with a governor appointed board of three to perform the duties. If passed the House, Ross remains in office until his term ends. Debate centers on political motive and alleged lack of corruption evidence after months of investigation.
Unoaired letters demanded $500 under threat of physical harm to C.¢ Combos and I. L. Donatson in Bima Wash. Letters warned a night-time payment at a specific location. Messages were placed at Sharch property corner and the victims’ residences, but no one appeared to collect the money as authorities pursued the blackmailers.
Chicago reports a remarkable 902 year old newsboy named Miners Orasmus Page stricken and unable to work. His 95 year old wife sells papers at the depot while he recovers and plans to return within a day or two. The elderly pair remain active and seemingly hale despite extreme ages.
A Roma woman questions her marriage amid rising suspicions as her husband imposes continuous, perplexing inquiries about her loyalty and past relations, highlighting marital tension and cultural expectations.
Centralia high school edged Whitworth College in a fast, tense game, pulling away in the final five minutes to win 23 21 after a halftime 17 11 deficit. Noble and Johnson starred for Centralia with strong team defense and last minute baskets. Grimm and Johnson also stood out in the finish.
Chief Roberts declares cleansing action against so called hangers on and male parasites who live off earnings of fallen women. He vows no discussion or delay and will pursue all deemed undesirables until they vacate Centralia or face county jail.
Washington reports that all opposition to San Francisco hosting the Panama Exposition has been removed and the Senate voted unanimously in favor. California rejoices as the decision is broadcast nationwide. A separate item notes two teenagers wed in Medford Oregon at ages 17 and 16, ending a long romance. Mary Hester married Worden Enwis in a ceremony conducted by the groom’s father.
Everett dispatch reports two Hanson children aged three burned to death in a house fire while their mother worked nearby. Neighbors saw flames erupting from the building as firefighters arrived. investigators could not yet determine the fire's cause. Both charred bodies were found in the wreckage.
President Taft stated Canadian reciprocity is mutually beneficial and urged backing the tariff policy on foodstuffs to counter opposition. He warned of a farm value slump and predicted the American wheat market would stay under control.
February 1 report from Chehalis covers the Lewis County High School Declamatory contest held in Chehalis High School auditorium. Centralia High School’s Miss Anldred Christensen won with The Gypsy Flower Girl, earning a gold medal from Supt. Duffield. Chehalis and Ellsville entrants tied for second. judges were Beach, Bond, and Martin. A large Coutralla delegation attended.
The Twin Cities Credit Association moved its headquarters this week from the Rush Building on Market Street in Chokalls to 114 South Tower Avenue in Centralia. The association serves Invarlena counties and maintains correspondents across Inrgystion.
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