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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1911
Page
8
Olympia January 10 The 12th Legislature opened in joint session to read Gov Hay's message urging local option with county as unit and to pass a daylight liquor sale law, support employer compensation, and housing for country teachers though no teachers retirement fund is proposed. public lands matter noted.
The governor cites the investigating committee findings on vast state losses and criticizes inadequate provisions. He urges state rather than national control, calls for no-fault insurance for felons, supervises public charities, and restricts tax dodges by public service firms. He proposes forest-first payments, shorter ballots, recall of all elective offices, and appointive judges with governor consent.
January 12 Frank Roberts, long known in Contralia, was recommended by Mayor Guerrier for chief of police. City council unanimously adopted the appointment, noting his acquaintance in Contrada and vicinity and expressing strong confidence in his fitness for the role.
Returning from a visit in Napavine, Mr. and Mrs. W. Byers found their home occupied by two tramps. Thomas Carrol and John Henry Cunningham admitted staying in the house and claimed it was a service to guard the deserted domicile. Justice Beaufort sentenced them to four days on the county rock pile.
City council heard year end reports from departments dated January 91. Police judge records show 654 dollars collected in fines. arrests and county fees cited. overall year arrests near seven thousand. Treasurer notes receipts from county offices and saloon licenses totaling around 36 thousand.
The Southwestern Washington Fair Association seeks 25 000 from the legislature for the group’s needs and improvements. An appropriation of 2 000 will be requested at the current session. A commission meeting in Chehalis two days ago discussed changes to the plan.
Saturday 14 report notes J. B. Hackney a noted local farmer drew a £20 warrant from County Auditor Bwofford for wild cat Delta. Hackney spends large time in woods earning side money from hunts, while Arthur Lane killed a large wild cat near Chehalla earning a $5 bounty. County officials welcome growing bounty as predators threaten farmers.
A petition from prominent Centralia residents to President Dieckman of the Lewis County Humane Society alleges dire horse abuses at the gravel pit west of Centralia. Horses are said to be exhausted dragging heavy loads up a steep grade and beaten by drivers. An inquiry will be conducted and warrants pursued if charges are verified.
United Press report from Washington details a Senate push to amend the constitution to allow direct election of senators. The debate features Hale Borah Sutherland Heyburn and others, with calls for an executive session and a tentative vote set for January 24, but adjournment occurs after a brief session.
D F Auldridge of Auldridge Dry Goods Store arrived in Centra lia from Spokane after recuperating from injuries in last week’s railroad wreck. He was jolted in a Pullman car, struck his head, cut his scalp to the bone, and sustained a nose cut. Five people died. his wife and daughter Pauline were in the same car but uninjured.
James M. McIntire, a well known carpenter and contractor, fell while descending stairs at Ihark last night. He sustained serious injuries including a possible broken rib and internal damage. He remains mobile with difficulty. doctors fear he may require bed rest.
While playing in the snow yesterday with a playmate named Glesinor, the daughter of H W Suitt of Auldvidpe's store, she sustained a serious injury. She is laid up at home with a fractured limb after the sled was pulled away, causing a fall. Doctors Primmer and Stewart reset the bone. the child is improving.
A Forest child, daughter of C P Swott, fell under a tumbling wagon from a milk wagon after leaving school. She suffered severe injuries to the lower limbs and was believed dead, later found alive with injuries. doctors expected a long recovery over weeks.
In January 12, Andy Matthews of Wintock earned a county bounty of $1 from Auditor Bigofford after shooting a wild cat that had menaced the area. Matthews’ gunfire felled the animal as it prepared to spring from cover, ending the threat.
Washington state lawmakers introduced a bill to abolish punishment for individuals jailed for contempt of court, citing a recent case where two editors were indicted and imprisoned for contempt tied to a published letter about a judge. The measure, pushed by Representative Zoednitek, accompanies a separate debate reform bill limiting speakers to five minutes.
The Citizens' Club members refuse to condemn the slapping of Rev. W. Swain by powder plant manager Cole in Chehalis. Business leaders say Swain erred by attempting to chase away an industry, and the club even offered to cover the fine, which totaled fifty cents, with Bartholomew and Hull aiding. The incident drew lasting town discussion after last night's Daily Chronicle report.
Arnold Pries fins returns to journalism after years away to seek health. Former Australian paper staffer joins Chehalis Advocate editorial staff as an expert writer with scholarly attainments. He is son of a noted Scotch divine.
United Press reports a Montana blizzard moderating with snow ceased and winds abating. The storm disrupted service but conditions improve today and restoration of operations is expected once the weather settles.
The Southwest Washington Fruit Growers Association has organized with $10,000 capital divided into 2000 shares. A cannery may be built to handle local fruit. Trustees include Dr J F Coleman Dan Wirner J McDonald C D Young R R Ross T J Long Pred Hoff and George W Serrels. J K McDonald elected secretary and treasurer.
January 14 a wave of boosting has swept Winlock with the slogan Boost heard louder. Citizens and civil body unite to push the town’s interests with progress visible as buildings rise and new homes and businesses planned and erected in a thriving Mede City.
The National Assembly dissolved after a stormy session with clashes to a general parliament planned for 1913. Grand Councillors attended except Prince Ching while the Prince Regent skipped the final session. The throne sees the people want a voice, while radicals are warned against undermining the central government. The government relieves with the Assembly gone to avoid further dissensions.
In New York on January 14 the federation passed a resolution urging extension of the Erdman act to cover public utilities including telegraph and telephone firms. The final session focused on preventing strikes with regulations asking state labor departments to have power for compulsory arbitration.
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