Public Concludes Whitewash at State Training School
The State Training School whitewash committee in Olympia released conclusions that align with earlier Chehalis expectations, while ignoring a vital point about a superintendent beating a young woman. Critics question Gov Hay’s handling of the investigation, stenographic report release, obscene letter circulation, and witness selection and intimidation by officials.
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State Training School
Olympia
Chehalla
Trepsona
Gov
Hay
Selalatios
Ithey
Colonization scheme eyed for logged off land
Vancouver hosts Southwest Washington Development League session as 300 to 400 attendees discuss a plan to form a large corporation to acquire logged off land, issue bonds, and attract settlers. Officers seek publicity and immigration, noting Oregon advertising vs Southwest Washington exposure and the need for continuous promotion to draw buyers and industries.
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Vancouver
Washington
Southwest
Isaac Bonds
C. C. Chapman
Portland Commercial Club
Pope Neary Wimsele Again In Health Prognosis
In a Vatican report dated February 18 Pope Pius XII reportedly shows improved health, encouraging hopes for a full recovery. Despite earlier concerns, the pope’s doctors announce a stable condition and plan continued monitoring, with cautious optimism for resumed duties. details remain limited amid wartime secrecy.
Presbyterian Pastor Brings Record Wedding Ceremony
At the wedding of Miss Vaunda M. Roberts daughter of Chief of Police Roberts and W J Simpson last night the Rev W H Thompson pastor of the Presbyterian church completed the record of the highest wedding service since coming to Centralia The Rev Mr Thompson also presided at funerals over the past fourteen months marking a solemn dual distinction in Southwestern Washington clergy excellence and devotion.
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Vaunda M. Roberts
Roberts
W. J. Simpson
W. H. Thompson
Presbyterian Hearch
Centralia
Thompson
Wash
Yist
Miss Hoberts
W.J. Simpson
Centria Presbyterian Pastor Leads Seven-Year Charge
The article notes the pastor of Centria Presbyterian has served seven years, came from Depere Wisconsin, and has ten years in the ministry. It also details Mgr Thompson's Civil War service from ages 16 to 19, involvement in 14 combat engagements, a severe wound, and seven narrow escapes.
Edison Boys Defeat Lincoln In School Baseball Tilt
February game at Edison School sees Edison 12 Lincoln 2. Edison stars Jack Cohen and Herbert Robinson power the attack while Lincoln’s Opitt, Thompson and Dent struggle against Edison pitching. Batteries: Edison Cohen and Merchler. Lincoln Thompson and Opitt.
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Edison School
Ison
Lincoln School
Edison
Jack Cohen
Charlie Merchler
Merry Leftwich
Herbert Robinson
Hugh Hanhon
Grant Hodge
Earl Huzzell
Herbert Foss
Leonard Bertrand
Ot Lincoln
Opi
Charlie Thompson
Morris
Lyte Dent
Moses
Gertie Ford
Bochannon
Oide Dent
Mullin
Tb Herbert Robinson
Lyle Dent
Lincoln
Charle Merchler
Oplitt
Wealthy Leisure For Our Young Community
February 15 discussion notes a push to establish a branch of the Y M C A and Y M C A for Young Women in Centralia. The piece argues for organized youth recreation to prevent wasted leisure and cites the need for local branches to serve surrounding towns like Hatton and Lewis County, noting Centralia’s inability to fund such an effort alone.
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Chehalis
Y. Mlc. JA
Ceptvala
Younes
Youns
Hatton
Lewis County
Child Speeds to Sand Point After Poisoned Food Incident
A five or six year old child near Colburn consumes strychnine found in pasteboard. The mother rides through a snowstorm on a harnessed horse, traveling to Sand Point ten miles away in under an hour. The child shows signs of severe distress but begins to recover with medical care.
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Bandpont
Ida
Ik Wattle
Colburn
Sand Point
Col Darn
Lesshan Fan Heura
Pho Utilsong
Jens Crip
Meales
Br McBinnon
Meteorite visible across Centralia Tacoma region yesterday
Reports from City Clerk Hodge and others describe a midday meteor seen between Centralia and Tacoma with a bright white light and a trailing mist. Farmers and residents search for the meteorite, believed valuable for scientific study. Sighting timed at 12 50 PM with a northeasterly trajectory at about forty five degrees.
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Centralia
Tacoma
T. R. Prather
Lincoln Creek
Little boy mauled by dog as patrolman seeks action
Gerald H. Gooding, grandson of Patrolman M. J. Wilson, was attacked by a large dog owned by Hedges while passing by. The dog bit deeply, tearing a five inch strip of flesh. Wound treated and cauterized. the boy rests easily. Officer Wilson urged restraint on the owner, but no remedy was obtained. Prosecuting Attorney Buxton promised to act. The incident occurred about a week ago and may have been left unresolved. Mrs. Brown hosted a social gathering on Silver Street with music and refreshments. Guests included Maggie Kane, Amy Well, Averie Teaple, Rosa Parmenter, Mina Parmenter, Margaret Smithson, Cassie Cook, Elsie Young, and others, along with several gentlemen attendees.
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Gerald H. Gooding
M. J. Wilson
Hedges
Wilson
Mr. Hedge
Buxton
Oaferal
Trims Down the Ten Commandments for Convocation
London reports Watkin AL Furneaux, dean of Winchester, is to compile an abridgment of the Ten Commandments for the upcoming convocation in May. The aim is to shorten without altering meaning with many abbreviations, example “Thou shalt not covet.”
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London
Watkin AL Furneaux
Winchester
Chehalis Edges Centralia In Tight Red Hot Game
Chehalis stunned Centralia 32 to 28 as LaFollette of Chehalis produced spectacular late shooting to overturn a Centralia lead. The second team trailed by six late in the game, while Chehalis 61st team prepares to face Elma High School in the gym tonight after a strong student rally Friday.
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Chehalis
Centralia
LaFollettee
Chetalis
Land returns alleged to government after riders claim
The report from Vuitton Press via Leased Wire states that land deeds connected to Maud in Nevada and Colorado were allegedly obtained illegally from a widow connected to TL Marri. The government is said to be reclaiming about 2000 acres including gold rich land. Central Pacific and Southern Pacific histories are noted in a convoluted timeline.
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Maud
Nevada
Coutist
Central Pacific
Mira
Hardman
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