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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1911
Page
2
A two day Fourth of July celebration in Centralia drew crowds from the city, nearby towns, and farms. the event showcased prosperity, strong committee work, and a boom for local business. The piece links crowd behavior to social issues, noting concerns over protecting girls and the influence of foreign labor on local dynamics.
The campaign for a sane Fourth led by newspapers produced healthier sentiment and fewer injuries nationwide. The effort saved lives by preventing accidents and the public is urged to continue observing independence day with reason and restraint, as in Centralia where residents approved a calmer celebration.
A Chehalis report blames the local Greek laborer community and restaurant owners for a scandal involving a fifteen year old girl and a Greek proprietor. It argues the man exploited, but holds employers responsible for the environment that encouraged the incident, while urging not to target the individual offender alone.
The Southwest Washington Fair is poised to be bigger and better with wider county support. Centralia and Chehalis are urged to lead booster efforts, spreading talk and to connect residents and outsiders to the event for pride and economic return.
Centralia expresses support for Chehalis in landing a woolen mill, noting Chehalis has raised subscriptions and that a nearby payroll would benefit Centralia. The editorial wishes Chehalis success despite Centralia’s own efforts and highlights Chehalis unique determination.
On the last Saturday night twenty Chehalis and Centralia Masons traveled to Stier Crook for initiation work staged by the lodge there. A banquet followed the ceremonies with all attendees reporting a fine time. The Twin Cities delegation included top county and city officials.
Chehalis City Attorney A. Studebaker returned from Portland where he underwent an appendicitis operation. The procedure succeeded but he remains weak and will likely be absent a week before resuming full duties. He will handle urgent city administration matters in the interim.
Dan Salzer reports from Hoquiam that about 500 delegates from various chapters are enjoying a royal reception. The local contingent attends the state convention and will return next Thursday.
In Salem on July 11 Justice Daniel Webster presides over Ray's Rough Riders charged with cruelty to animals. D. D. Keeler of the Humane Society cites bruises and force. the group was arrested after a Silverton show. Defendants include Peter Smith Wilson Frank Rupp Jobo Muir and W T Lay of eastern Oregon. They warn against Pendleton Round-Up interference.
Two licenses granted yesterday from the office of Auditor Swofford in Chehalis. Theodore C. Sparcer of Tacoma and Winnie Connell of Doty received one license, while Gust Lindquist and Mary Townbridge of Centralia obtained the other. Connell and Townbridge are well known in this city.
Grandma Wibry of Chehalis gifted carnations to the church children last Sunday morning. Mrs. Wihra, over eighty years old, had long served as an empathetic organizer with the church youth.
In Aanta Rosa California during July United Press reports Dr J C Chisholm faces murder charges in the case of dentist Iain Powers. The court action concerns the death alleged to have occurred in April and was called for today.
Centralia played in the Neal State League facing Booth Bend with Nadeau absent and Gallahan's arm soreness. The team showed strong defense with few errors, including Greason in the outfield and Hollis at short. A goat theft caused a minor riot during a Sunday doubleheader at South Bend, while Jimmy Gleason again stole home plate for the second time this year.
Indianapolis opens the Grand Circuit at State Fair Grounds with hundreds of trotters and pacers. The sixteen-event program runs through Saturday, headlined by the 2:20 $2,500 stake trot. Notable entrants include promising stake trailers from Detroit and local favorites returning to action.
Ottawa July 11 reports that a severe drought has worsened forest fires. The town of Egansville is completely wiped out with estimated losses near half a million dollars.
London papers exult that the United States has formally joined Britain and France to oppose Germany in the Morocco crisis. The afternoon editions declare the alignment against German aggression, noting the trio’s united stance.
King George today inspected the Royal Irish Constabulary compound and attended a troop review and presentation in Phoenix Park. The king will conclude the visit to Dublin tomorrow with further engagements and a public appearance.
The Southwest Washington Fair Association launches a statewide effort to secure exhibits and funds from all counties. Dr. Truesdell of Centralia handles farmers and breeders canvassing, F. A. Deggeller of Chehalis coordinates Lewis County, and George Walker seeks copies for the premium list. Cow litz County sets aside funds for a field man to obtain exhibits for the September fair. Postmaster Machette of Lady promotes county interest, enabling the appropriation. George S. Miller is appointed to replace George T. Cassell in Centralia.
Hoquiam July 11 Spokane was chosen to host the 14912 session of the grand lodge of Eagles. About 700 delegates attended with many outsiders. Welcoming remarks by Mayor Mourant and Prosecuting Attorney Campbell followed by Yon J H Schively on the order history. Water sports drew large crowds with 29 athletes in events. A clam bake at Westport featured 1800 pounds of china clams and 400 gallons of chowder. An electric parade was planned on the beach ground"}
Ottawa Kansas July 10 If plans hold Coffey Osage and Franklin County leaders will mobilize to construct an improved forty six mile highway in the Ava section between sunrise and sunset tomorrow. Nearly all able bodied men in the three counties will aid as the road follows the old Santa Fe trail cutoff linking Ava with Lebo and nearby towns.
United Press reports the National Association of Building Owners and Managers holds its fourth annual convention in Cleveland for three days. Attendees come from major U S and Canadian cities to discuss renting, upkeep, construction methods, and supervisor wage structures. notable speakers include Mortimer, Murphy, Tulley, Fuqua, Oppenlander, Hill, and McBride.
Atlantic City hosts the Elks annual reunion with grand lodge sessions at Marine Hall. Governor Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey delivers welcome, August Herrmann responds. Registration nears record levels as thousands arrive. nominations and regional support shift to Arthur Moreland, John Sullivan, and Charles Radbury for Grand Exalted Ruler. Portland, Oregon favored for next convention.
Two writs of attachment issued by Justice P. C. Beaufort court in Chehalis target Florence and Hazel. Plaintiff Chehalis City Laundry represented by R. K. Somenan seeks payment for laundry, Florence billed 33 and Hazel 8.73. Detained parties were located on Mall Street until settlement. judge cautions creditors to pursue timely actions.
The Chehalis city council faced repeated protests from west-side property owners over paving the Market Street roadway between Main Street and city limits. Officials concluded paving should cover the old east-side roadway due to soft ground on the west side, denying the protest and ordering future matters handled by the city attorney.
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