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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1912
Page
6
Spokane dispatch reports a curious incident at an art dealer’s window where four women wore no more than an apron. A passerby joked with the desk sergeant and a police visit required the dealer to move the nude painting to a less conspicuous location in the display.
In a vivid San Francisco moment Miss Ea Ratlo, a pretty blonde, proposed to D Caswell, a young automobile salesman. She grabbed his hand, kneeled, and slipped a ring on his finger amid his bashful murmurs and her bold declaration, Wilt what. Be mine.
Washington Supreme Court rules that federal land grants to the state for school purposes became effective at state admission in 1859 and that the 160 acres per section granted after that day belong to the state. The ruling in State v Whitnes involves a Skagit County squatter case and could lead to U.S. compensation if upheld.
Announcement says the Cana dist Paecle Railroad will dispatch all trains between the Great Lakes and the Pacific Coast by telephone instead of telegraph. Experiments on the main line near Calgary show the telephone system works more satisfactorily.
Portland Oregon January 4 city council to consider an ordinance prohibiting destruction of foodstuffs in the crematory. Mayor Rush Meht reports health board official Allen Smith says tons of vegetables and fruits were dumped to keep prices high. He urges action to stop waste harming the poor.
An intoxicated man in Chehalis was ordered to leave a Turnett Jewelry Store and, enraged, drove a car through a plate glass window. He was found in a stairway, bleeding from a severed artery, and taken to St Helens hospital in serious condition. Hospital staff later reported the man is no longer in danger.
Roosevelt appeared at his office for the first time in days while denying knowledge of Lawrence Alliotts interview suggesting a path to nomination. He refused to comment further on the subject and said he had not read the interview.
United Press dispatch from Duluth Minnesota reports the coldest weather in the nation today with temperatures around three below zero at midnight. Business activity is mixed as thousands stay indoors while the city braces for continuing cold.
The Chehalis high school interclass basketball season saw the Sophomores crowned champions by defeating the Seniors 26 to 17 on Wednesday night. One game remains in the series before the regular season kicks off, with Beason’s schedule set to begin afterward.
An Ourtook analysis argues for direct voter control of court decisions via referendums while warning against eliminating courts. The piece notes Roosevelt era views on judicial power and suggests safeguards to prevent unconstitutional changes.
The board of directors of the Associated Charities, recently organized, met to perfect plans and discuss outreach. Officers include Hubbard as president Seaton as vice president Buxton as secretary Cottil as treasurer and Jaques as manager. A clothing room is secured at Mayes Scott harness shop Hood Block for donations to be distributed where needed.
Willam Dolph of Chehalis was arraigned in Chehalis before Judge Westover on an alleged assault charge linked to an election dispute with George Geisler. The jury acquitted Dolph. state witnesses included P C Beaufort, Thomas Blake, and George Geisler.
United Press report from Los Angeles states federal and county grand juries amid a dynamite conspiracy probe adjourned, with a Saturday session hinting indictments. Inspector Raymond Gray led the federal panel, while Red Franklin faced bribery charges in the Mexa lmara case. his defense plans a motion. The faction hearing is set for January 19.
Jaws John Barry a local police officer was called to Olympia by Sheriff Gaston as a witness in the murder trial of George Dunsherty. Barry, the last to see Dunsherty and Pearce after they left Rochester the night of the crime, testifies to Pearce’s earlier failed arrest attempt. Trial began yesterday in Thurston County Superior Court.
An agreement among Randie residents and Lewis County commissioners outlines funding for a Randle Cowlitz River bridge. They will deposit 2627 in notes with W. W. Morse of Randle to cover hauling tent work and carting. If county work completes by August 1, 1972, notes return. otherwise funds go toward the project. Estimated bridge cost is about 21006.
Sailor Prince Louis of Battenberg is appointed as the Second Sea Lord of Britain, signaling a high command role in the Royal Navy. His background as a naval officer and royal connection place him at the forefront of maritime leadership.
Despite a stormy night a large turnout enjoyed the Bartit Brethren banquet in the town hall room of the Baptist church. About 115 people ate, heard music from the Baptist orchestra led by Fred Mirengren, and listened to readings from absent members and department reports.
United Press Tease reports Boston awaiting word on Hoy Richeson with officials preparing to appoint a habeas commission as his sanity inquiry continues. His testimony shows mood swings and erratic reactions as authorities consider mental health implications.
In Vancouver on January 12, 01 a Carmen Club event hosts a leap year ball for single women and bachelors. The first such gathering in Vancouver in years invites about 200 attendees with decorations and invitations.
The text lists many names associated with Ford Prairie school and community figures including Stella Foren Sarah Cas sever Harris Ersel Fea Pearl Howard Ruth Jokren Katie Tves Pearl Phillips Ralph Mayfeld and Corinne Castle among others. It also mentions a Boston doctor warning against bad conduct and ends with a moral about finding fun elsewhere.
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