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Centralia Weekly Chronicle

Location

Centralia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1912

Page

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Southwest Fair Plan Discussed By Association Members

The Southwest Washington Fair Association meets in the Union Loan & Trust Building to lay out a work plan for the year and decide tentative dates. Members debate August vs October scheduling to avoid conflicts with state fairs and possible improvements seen in last year’s exhibits.

Southwest Washington Fair Association Union Loan & Trust Althoug Association F. B. Hupbard Gente RH. Walker George A. Trolincon BE. ©. Truesdell Speed J. G. Bailey Cath Jumet George Ti. Miller Centralia Vi. O. Stour Toledo H. W. A.tramm Adna W. J. Matchette Ladue BW. Lilly Menlo J. E. Calrier Montesano Charles E. Marvin Olympia

L. Bar & Son store sold to Portland Cash Company

The L. Bar & Son store, among Centralia’s oldest mercantile houses, was sold yesterday to the Portland Cash Company by W. L. Bar, son of the late Lawrence Bar. Founded in 1841 by the late Farmers & Merchants Bank president, the store’s new owners took possession this morning.

L. Bar & Son Centralia Portland Cash Company W. L. Bar Lawrence Bar Farmers & Merchants Bank Minnesota

Powder Company Reopens Chehalis Plant After Fatal Blast

Imperial Powder Company resumed operations at its Chehalis plant yesterday after a closure since November 1 3. The reopening was witnessed by press and company friends. No visitors will be allowed in the plant. A rearrangement now eliminates the need for more than three girls in one room at a time.

Jan Imperial Powder Company Chehalis

Winglow crew perishes as ship sinks off Scotland

United Press Leased Wire reports fifty three crew members aboard the steam schooner Winglow bound for Liverpool perished when the vessel sank near Aberdeen Scotland yesterday. The article notes the public protests of some groups and briefly references humanitarian concerns.

United Press London Winglow Liverpool Aberdeen Scotland

Reformatory Riot Quelled by Gun Play at Monroe

Inmate disturbance at Washington state reformatory in Monroe ended quickly after guards fired shots through windows as tensions rose during a noon mutiny. Leader among about 40 inmates, rivalries and unfinished cellblock plans contribute to ongoing escape attempts and crowding, prompting concerns over safety and future upgrades.

Monroe Washington Roe

Case Seen As Mothers In Law Conflict In Lawful Twist

A terse remark notes a domestic dispute framed as a mother in law issue. The speaker suggests the real driver is a bad husband rather than the supposed familial fault. The line captures tension in judgment and relationship dynamics.

Cardus praised by Mrs McGill in Arkansas notice

A Mrs. A McGill of Jonesboro Arkansas reports a complete health breakdown improved after taking Cardus a remedy she credits with restoring strength and ability to perform housework The message promotes Cardus as a trustworthy medicine for women and urges readers to try it with a medical advisory signature.

Jonesboro Ark Tadiea Mike McGh1 Cardal Cardata NW Weiledus Chatia Wren Medicinate Chananonstay Tykent Ang bAeringe Trentenant

Centralia Club plans Olympia delegation and band trip

Centralia Commercial Club approves sending five delegates to the Southwest Washington Development Association meeting in Olympia on January 25 with the Eagle Band to accompany the delegation at a total cost near $100. Council and business topics include inviting the association to Centralia, promoting a poultry show, weekly luncheons, and rail fare tickets to Olympia for attendees. The program includes a governors’ banquet and a three‑day session with various sessions and speakers at the executive mansion.

Centralia Eagle Band Southwest Washington Development Association Olympia Centralia Commercial Club Mulder Development Association Centralia A. C. Greene Northern Pacific Mkelfhoad Wm. Scales Chehelis T. B.hibbard Commercial Clb Hotel Centralia Robinson Eagle Band B. Hubbard Clair Thompson Commercial Club B. A. Heath F. G. ‘Tis R.A. Heath Thomas Crawford M. E. Hay Hiu Col. C. WB. Clay W. L. Bridgeford P. C. Harper Olympic Peninsula League W. J. Patterson Arnes Washington Capital Commission M. EB. Hay Howard Hanson Seattle

Boilers Explode Killing Three as Crew Escape

Nine crew members from the river steamer Sarah Dixon arrived in Portland reporting three deaths after the vessel blew up in the Columbia River near Kalama Washington. Captain Fred Bitson First Mate Arthur Moniora and Fireman Silas Knowlen survived. The cause remains tied to a reported faulty boiler/rocket-like explosion with the boiler recently tested and found in good condition.

Portland Ore Sarah Dixon Hollera Columbia River Kalama Wash Phortland Lirice Fred Btinson Arthur Moniora Silas Knowlen Ronson Vassot Quekly Amalhonte

Federal Building Push in Chehalis County Seat

Jan 19 report notes strong citizen effort in Chehalis to support a bill by Rep. Stanton Warburton proposing $150,000 federal buildings for Chehalis Centralia and Aberdeen. The measure, introduced Jan 3, may pass both houses, with lobbying urged.

Federal Building Chehalia Congress Stanton Werburton Chehalis Gentralia Aberdeen House Senate DIL Persinle Warburton Miles Poindexter Albany Ore Wenatchee Ellensburg

Public Service Commission to Set Gas Electric Water Standards

Spokane details public service hearing on January 89 where Commissioner Fassett will present proposed statewide standards for gas electric light and water services. Fassett urges population study and free copies of the standards, arguing regulations will protect consumers and benefit all involved while stressing honesty from public service corporations.

United Press Spokane Jia Charles Mr. Fassett Pulive Airliiles i Svokape Washington State Publi Service Comintastan Olimply Comiivnluvers Ifagsett Hug Milek United States Faosotl Eaid State Commission Vassett Merebank Waldhailly Wissett Public Service Corpupations

Local bid awarded for high school electrical fixtures

At the school board meeting on Tuesday evening the Dings Electrical Company of Centralia was awarded the electrical fixtures contract for the new high school after opening bids. Other bidders included DeVore Central, Twin High Portland, Maltens Tanome, Gleason Seattle, with amounts listed.

Dings Electrical Company DeVore Central Twng H Igh Portland Maltens Tanome Gleason Seattle Dings Centralia

No Interference Planned in Cuba Says State Department

Washington June 14. The state department said it does not intend to interfere in Cuba now after an official statement from American Minister Bonupre of Trayans regarding Cuban political activities and the Varian movement. No further developments are expected.

Washington 1. O Bonupre of Trayans State Department Cuba

Greek Man Struck By Train In Winlock

Coroner Charles Siekin investigated the death of a Greek man who was struck by a train at the Winlock area this noon. Authorities were called to the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Charles Siekin Witlock

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