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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1911
Page
5
City council approves resolution paving district plans to extend Tower Avenue toward north and south and pave cross streets. Proposed work would bring nearly half as much new paving as currently exists, aligning with the district expansion and modernization efforts.
The Centralia city council adopted a resolution for paving eight blocks and an alley with brick, wood block, bitulithic, asphalt or concrete. Estimated costs range from 51,275 to 71,580 dollars. The plan includes Tower Avenue and Maple Street and contemplates Twin City Light & Traction company track work and a remonstrance hearing on February 28. G Winslow of Carbonheum Wood Block Preserving Co urged wood block paving and local procurement, claiming local mills and a treating plant would be used if contracted.
United Press reports on February 15 that threats of a new congressional session arise if the administration pushes a second class postal rate increase. Magazine officials claim the rise would bankrupt them, and say insurgents and Democrats vow to filibuster. Publishers mock investigations into magazine trusts.
The city approved a new garbage ordinance in final passage last night. It covers business areas and a few necessary residences, but excludes much of the surrounding territory. Maxine Willett notes growing interest in ballot reform for women while men’s participation remains neglected.
Dropping from a southbound special Pullman car Aberdeen leaders and merchants lingered at the depot to admire Centralia’s growth. A. Rupert, L. I. Burnett, J. E. Holcomb, and others toured the hub city, catching the next train after missing departure.
An undertaker in this city received four requests for casket and professional services this morning following a death in Dryad. Details about the deceased are not yet confirmed beyond the person being an adult, with no identifyable leads available at this time.
Lease before the city council reveals the school board faces a double charge for sewer work. The Oak Street line to connect Edison school was built at district expense under old rules. A new sewer district extension along school property now prompts assessments to the school, totaling about $600 with no evident benefit. The council previously acted to shift this burden onto the district.
Vancouver prepares for the Southwest Washington Development Association convention with hundreds of delegates and guests. Clarke, Skamania, Klickitat counties will be represented by large delegations, including White Salmon, Lyle, Stevenson and Washougal. Special trains and the Washougal band are planned for the four day event, with about 500 visitors expected.
C A Law was moved to the state penitentiary two days ago from the county jail after the Supreme Court affirmed the Superior Court decision. He had been tried for robbing a Northern Pacific train in a case marked by a fierce defense and protracted legal contest.
Mrs Brigham Young widow of the Mormon leader died in Salt Lake City aged 80. She became his bride in 1851 and was his last survivor among the favorite wives. She leaves three children and about a dozen grandchildren and had lived in retirement for thirty years.
February 15. Prosecuting Attorney Buxton of Lewis County faces editorial scrutiny over his handling of the recent training school inquiry. The News mocks the investigation and questions the prosecutor’s effort, suggesting critics may contend officials failed to press the case fully.
The city council received a disappointing letter from the chief promoter of a plan forCent ralia’s fighting system indicating illness and family death, prompting him to abandon business affairs. Council considers other proposals as Twin City company faces complaints over electric current and meters. A voltage regulator was discussed, with Twin City offering to install one at their expense. Council members debated a Portland trip at the promoter’s expense and questioned the company’s promises. Debate on fenders for streetcars arose, with Davis urging an ordinance to enforce state law locally.
Washington February 16 Taft presses reciprocity with Canada as opposition grows among many Democrats and insurgent senators. Taft uses argument and threats of an extra session to smooth the path.
The Centralia Fruit Growers Association calls a mass meeting February 18 in the City Hall Council Chamber to perfect the organization. A plan to amalgamate the Centralia Cannings Company and reincorporate under a new name aims to expand the fruit growing industry and boost Centralia as a key market center. W H Mulder and EH Russell are noted officers involved.
Frank Ward, a robust young man, developed mental affliction days after his marriage and was taken to Honda hospital for treatment. Neighbors reported incoherent talking and alarm. initial fears of lunacy commission eased as doctors pursue recovery in a private hospital.
United Press dispatch from London reports Champ Clark’s annexation in the Hansa yesterday heightening English anxiety over Canada and reciprocity. Newspapers condemn Clark and say the move signals intentions to annex Canada if reciprocity is ratified.
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