Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Centralia Weekly Chronicle in Centralia, Washington

We have 1,702,578 pages in Washington

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Centralia Weekly Chronicle

Location

Centralia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1912

Page

7

Unknown man killed by train near depot

A unidentified young man, who had ridden the Northern Pacific No 313 from Tacoma with friend W J Down, was killed near the local depot when struck by No 234. Down rolled clear. the other man, possibly Bradshaw from Lansing Minnesota, was crushed between cars. Coroner Sticklin will hold an inquest after identity is established. Down remains in Centra lia to assist investigations.

W. J. Down Tacoma Northern Paci Northern Pacific Down Stickiin Downs J. Re Orley Bradshaw Lansing Minn Sticklin Downe Centralia Chronicle Downa Ladner’s Landing B. C Olympia

Four actors flee Chehalis to dodge hotel bill arrest

In Chehalis on January 12 a warrant issued for four vaudeville actors Gerald Durquast Joseph Mason John Taylor and WH Sherman who bolted the Nell theatre after failing to settle their hotel bill at the Silvers hotel Owner A O Sweamy says Wheeler the theatre manager promised to settle but fled with the actors The night marshal says two actors were taken from an incoming freight car but were released when Wheeler claimed they were employed by him Also Arthur Young a Tacoma case suspect in a separate child abandonment charge was arrested in the city after slipping away from Tacoma authorities The Tacoma detective traced Young to the city and arrested him Thursday night

Court of Justice P. C. Heaufort Chehalls Gerald Durquast Joseph Mason John Taylor WH. Sherman Nell Theiy Hotel Bis Wheeler Mulene Spree Sment Night Marshal Wheeler Tharey Jan Arthur Young Tacoma Young Havelvan Toma

More Cold Weather Grips Midwest as Storm Near

Weather officials warn of a stronger cold snap sweeping from Canada to hit Chicago tonight. Reports from Kansas and Nebraska indicate train service on branch lines has not operated for days. The Middle West and Northwest endure subzero temperatures as the system approaches.

Chica Chicago Canada Kansas Nebraska Trainaen Middle West Northwest

Salzer Mill to Resume Operations Near Cutard

Salzer Valley Lumber Company head James G Hebriot announced preparations to restart the slit bite operations near Cutard after several months of shutdown. The mill is expected to begin once all systems are ready, with plans to hire widely in the surrounding area.

James Ghebriot Salzer Vatley Lumber Company Cutard

Miller and Wilking Buy Another Bowling Alley

Jon Wiking and Pouste Miller, popular local bowling figures, have purchased the Stir Bowling Alleys on North Tower Avenue. They plan to relocate the operations to their existing site and transfer pool tables to new quarters, aiming to expand their business after several profitable months since moving from Chehalis last fall.

Jon Wiking Pouste Yower Avenue Naiwlelois Thanyi Veyipatin Chehalis

Appointment of administrator for estate of Mary Valentine

Court Commissioner W A Westover approved FP Vialen Hoe of this city as administrator of the estate of his wife Mary Valentine following probate action. The appointment marks the settlement of the case in yesterday's session.

W. A. Westover Vialen- Hoe Mary Valentine

Mayor Peterson names Tenino city appointments

Mayor Peterson of Tenino announced appointments to city offices under the new administration. Reappointed police chief Mannon and health officer C. W. Robson, with John P. Wood clerk and Thomas Briley also named to posts.

Peterson Tenino Jan Tenina Haa Ans Oity Ponlour Aiministration Mannon Judea, Tir C. W. Robson Health ofMeer John P. Twood

Water for High School Sparks Board and Utility Dispute

The school board and the Washington Oregon Corporation clashed over water installation for the new High School. After a quick utilities commission decision favored the board, delays ensued but a crew finally installed the water to the board’s specifications, with disputed fire protection charges dropped.

Pabli Utilities Commission Board Washington-Oregon Corporation The Utilities Commission School Board Washington-Oregon Revery Point Scattel Board Haad Ustanen Ies Serial Board

Packers to Varnish Probe of Corporate Records

Special government attorney Innes Wikeran announced a thorough examination of the Morrison Parking Corp's records. Harry Timmins, chief accountant in the Marrn cost department, began the task as the firm’s property was seized, with the probe expected to last about a month.

Cuicagq Innes Wikerean Morria Wingy Witeh Harry Tmmmens Marrn Cost Department

Premier Chosen as Cabinet Talks Begin

In a tentative step toward a new government, Raymond Planeare is named to form a workable cabinet. If he cannot, former Premier Brian is suggested as likely to reclaim power. The report notes uncertainty over immediate stability and coalition prospects.

United Doloissd Raymond Planeare Brian

Mother of Centralia Woman Drops Dead

Mrs. David Fouts, mother of Mrs. Gregk Roberts, collapsed and died at her daughter's home at 6220 Street about 7:30 last night. She had asthma for years but had lately felt unusually well. After a hearty supper she fainted and died before aid could arrive. She came to Centralia from Twin Falls Idaho at Christmas. her husband, now in Canby Oregon, has not been located to be informed. Surviving daughters include Mrs Prank Robers, Mrs Pickett, Mrs Roumnn, and Mrs Eda Ho, plus son Arthur Fouts who lives near Castle Rock.

Jans David Fouts Gregk Roverts Flouta Fouts Centralia Twin Falls Idaho Canby Ore Edaho Roumanns Hoquiam Arthur Fouts Castle Tock

Man Injured After Snow Roof Fall in Toledo

John Dunes of Toledo was seriously hurt Wednesday afternoon when he slipped while clearing snow from his roof and tumbled down a rear hill. Discovered Thursday morning lying unconscious in the snow, he suffered internal injuries and exposure as responders rushed to the scene. Recovery prospects remained uncertain.

John Dunes Toledo Iying

Brass Band Organized in Town Show

The town welcomes the new Winlogk Brass Band organized by Thind under the direction of Ms Tebetkh, an efficient local musician. The event has been planned for several months and aims to entertain the community.

Tebetkh

Abdication Details Discussed By Chinese Government

In Pekin on January 19, officials held a prolonged meeting of top government members to arrange the abdication of the emperor and the Manchu princes amid grave provincial disorders. The article notes this as the throne’s only possible path given the unrest.

Pekin Jan

Toledo Eagles Plan 26 by 80 Feet Concrete Block Hall

The Toledo Eagles decide to erect a two story modern concrete building in Toledo. The project, discussed at a meeting Thursday night, will be 26 by 80 feet and cost about $10,000.

Toledo Eagles Tolan Lorge Eagles Toledo

Newport Bank Is Robbed

Newport Beach California January 13 A bank robbery unfolds as two posses pursue three robbers who dynamited the Newport safe and escaped with a small sum of money. Cashier Wallace was shot during the raid.

Newport Beach Cal Newport William Hall Wallace

Socialists Emerge As Second Party In Germany

Berlin January 13 election returns show Socialists won seats in sixty seven districts and may gain more in one hundred four districts without a plurality. Conservatives admit Socialists will hold at least one hundred seats in Reichstag, making them the second strongest party.

Berlin Ketehstag Socialist Party

Eighteen Die From Cold Across Midwest and Texas

Eighteen deaths from extreme cold reported in 24 hours across Chicago Hammond Fargo Minnesota Valley City and Northeastern Texas. Temperatures fell to twenty seven below zero at Aft Columbus Indiana with frigid conditions sweeping Illinois and the Middle West.

United, Press Chicago Hammond Ind Fargo N. D Minnesota Valley City Fixty Texas Columbus Illinois Middle West

Ice Sinks Boat in Arkansas

United Press report from Little Rock dated January 13 describes the steamer Nettie sinking after striking ice on Lake Lauguille. Three persons drowned and thirteen were badly frozen. A man named Johnson is among the survivors.

Arkansas Little Rock Atk Nettie Johnson Lake Lauguille

Lumber Mills in Collins to Reopen Soon

Collins notes indicate the Chehalis River Lumber and Shingle mill will restart in the fall with the shingle mill employing about 25 men and the sawmill over 100. Output contracts exist with Eastern dealers as the weather clears, and the resumed operations will complement local labor in camps and sid mills. Art show features Carl Nelson of Raymount and Peter Collins of Seattle in a wrestling match drawing a crowd, with Nelson taking two falls after a prolonged contest and the match continuing despite a blood injury.

Canon Chehalisiver Lumber & Shingle Company Sid Jan. Teter Centratia Chehalis Carl Nelson Raymount Peter Collins Seattle Nelson Defsalt Be St Ingistval Collins

Ten Free Log5 Summary of 1811 Incident Destruction

Fragmentary text notes a 1811 event involving a loss of 38 785 and a jasmeney of 7288 dollars. It references the destruction of The Harish Ous mil early in the years and a large portion of the toss Wits being sustained. The fragmentary source provides unclear specifics on people places or exact actions.

Touino Jasmeney

Vanderplo show prices vs Congress costs

A reader notes Vanderplo shows are priced moderately yet Congress costs rise. A female educator promotes kissing games for children, while girls prepare for a future with stricter standards and expectations.

Local Marshal Pleaded Loudly in Court Yesterday

A local court heard the case of sea miner and Baptist parish member Marshall who failed to show funds for fines. He was assessed a 2 dollar penalty and costs by Swigen Voss but released under assurance due to lack of money.

Avi Uh Marshall Siwigen Voss Hany Aus Persted Sonbouce

Also Mentioned on This Page

Salzer Mill Tandon Probe Packers Books Gentralian I Winlogk Jane United Press Socialists Second Party Germany Nelson Wing Congress
Search Courier

Search the Centralia Weekly Chronicle Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Centralia Weekly Chronicle?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication