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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1912
Page
8
Monessen December 27 authorities report the collapsing building exposes a conspiracy to dynamite mills. George Bridges, alleged ringleader, confessed and implicated others in a scheme to destroy multiple mills in the region.
United Press reports in Monessen more arrests are expected today after the arrest of suspects in a dynamite conspiracy. Police seek the source of the explosive. Bridges, in town for months, had ample money but little visible work.
The Washington gathering opens to discuss employers liability and welfare measures as the fifth annual meeting of the labor law association convenes. Notable attendees include leaders from the United States and New Hampshire, focusing on workplace welfare and employment standards.
A coal miner named Charles Rawiner was arrested and fined after a drunken disturbance. The report notes the judge emphasized caution, with a proverb about fortunes and missteps, and mentions a dividend of 29 percent discussed in relation to trust funds.
Berlin reports set the stage for next two weeks of campaigning as the imperial budget for 1912 reveals a major jump in army spending to 196,626,000 dollars and total expenditures at 764,840,750 dollars. Navy spending stands near this year’s level, while nonrecurring naval costs rise modestly. Socialist leaders predict a surge in votes as the public grows increasingly wary of Germany’s huge military outlays amid widespread privation.
Dry day as practically all of the officials’ salaries are readjusted. The city council votes monthly and $29 added as long as he serves in the dual role. Treasurer, judge, chief of police, street commissioner $70, deputy clerk, janitor $64, and fire chief $75 with duties including inspection of sewers and plumbing.
The directors of the telephone company face ongoing issues as crews attempt to resolve the service outage near Silver Creek. A meeting notes possible remedies, with workers awaiting a fix and the firm planning actions to restore lines and prevent further leaks.
Fragmentary report outlines an alleged malicious plan tied to harming children with a suggested method attributed to a negligent party. Names and places are obscured in the OCR, but the text references infant danger, a calendar event, and alleged administrations causing fear among families.
United Press dispatch from London reports Britain facing criticism over policy toward Russia's actions in Persia. Details include Russian assaults on Tabriz and Resht, destruction of government offices, killings, looting, and civilians harmed. Persia seeks careful foreign involvement and prearranged communications with Britain and Russia.
A dubious testimonial letter from Mobile Alabama touts Cardui as a remedy for “womanly trouble” with claims of curing headaches and improving appetite and sleep after surgery. The ad cites a doctor’s approval and urges readers to consult a druggist and request the company’s booklet for treatment details.
United Press Laased Wire reports a chaotic session at Kenwood where Paula Uguect's case against Ovidenes faces examination hiccups. Witnesses testified amid confusion about the involvement of Kenwood entities and the abstract question of indemnity, with the proceedings adjourned after the attempted cross examination.
Dec 28 L W Putnam and W L Muuledr vaudeville actors were arrested in Kelso after allegedly luring Belle Achey and May Bryson from Aberdeen to Centralia. They were arraigned in Justice Hoss’s court and bound over to the Superior Court without bonds until the Chehalis County sheriff arrives to take them to Montesano for trial. Mrs Theo Smith, sister of the younger girl, returned to Aberdeen with the fugitives yesterday afternoon.
The Rev Robert J Reid pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church received word this morning that his mother suffered a second stroke of paralysis and is not expected to recover. Reid left on the noon train today for New Westminster British Columbia to be at her side.
W J Murphy of Tacoma filed suit against Chehalis city commissioners to compel payment on a $51,000 sewer job. Disputes with the late council over completion and a council quorum quarrel delayed work, leading to a low acceptance and claims the work does not meet specifications.
Incoming legislative move seeks to bar all nonparticipants from courtroom during the alleged indecency matter. The propriety of a private trial is challenged amid debates on public access and community standards.
The Doty Congregational church held a packed Christmas cantata titled In Santa Clara Land with children in brownie and fakie costumes. Harold Read played Santa, Christine Mitchell Mrs Santa, and a donor funded gifts and candy for all Sunday school scholars. At the M G A afternoon, Emmery Coleman led with Oscar Nelson second in men’s, Mrs Howell first and Miss Hsie Naker second in ladies and boys respectively. Emery Coleman and Charles Affaires tied four feet ten inches in high jump. Frank LaRine won first in pursuits with Spaulding second. The crowd then heard a concert by the U 21 GC orchestra and a piano duet by the Misses Bilis in the cymnagulia lobby.
In Boston on December 25 a defense argument surfaced in the Rev. Rich- ASC case as Attorney Pelletier asserted Eugeny Levitan, a former patient, visited a store and appeared embarrassed the day after a confrontation with Miss Linnell. The druggist testified the item resembled the substance in question and the scene raised questions about intent and responsibility.
The text appears garbled with numerous misspellings and fragmented phrases. It references names and terms in a nonsensical sequence without clear events, dates, or identifiable organizations. No coherent incident or outcome is discernible for a concise summary.
In a Newewswire report details describe Cad premiere where tobacco was seized and a surrender occurred before business day end. The event involved several players and a tense exchange as authorities acted quickly.
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