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Newspaper

Centralia Weekly Chronicle

Location

Centralia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1912

Page

6

Fourth of July Celebration in Chehalis Promises Big Event

Merchants of Chehalis pledge liberal support for the three day July fourth celebration in Chehalis and Lewin county. A H Judd, president of the Citizens Club, says it will be the biggest event in the history of either Chehalis or Lewin county. Committees organize the program and no expenses will be spared to ensure success.

Chehalis A. H. Judd Citizens Club Efether Chehalla Lewin County Orcaston

Warrant Out for Arrest of William Carrier

A warrant was issued by Justice Westover in Chahatis on Monday for the arrest of William Carrier of this city. Carrier, noted for prior run-ins with the law, is accused of throwing stones at his neighbor Charles Jones on Seminary hill and is said to have struck Mrs. Jones. He will be arraigned before Justice Westover upon capture.

Justles W. A. Westover Chahatis William Carrier Carrier Charles Jones Seminary Hill Jones Justica Westover Hiefe

Ball players split their partnership in Centralia

Two ball players from the same league split their business venture after disagreements. Joe Wilkins now runs the Oo room bowling alley solo, Dusty Miller claims sole ownership of the local bowling alley, and both remain friendly. Dusty captains the Hoquiam State League team, while Joe manages the bowling business.

Joe Wilkins Dusty Miller Centralia Joe Dusty Miletto Hoquiam Sid Dusty

Chehalis City Treasurer Reports May Cash Balance

City Treasurer P. W. Allen in Chehalis reports May cash balance of 12 683 05. Receipts for the month total 4 679 79 while expenditures run 6 413 08. City Clerk Carrie Dethlefs shows 1 123 95 drawn in warrants for salaries and 1 060 55 for general expenses during the month.

P. W. Allen Af Chehalis City Clark Carrie Dethlefs

Train wreck near Napavine halts traffic quickly

Northern Pacific passenger train 407 derailed after striking an open switch at Napavine yesterday afternoon. Three cars left the track but no injuries were reported. A wrecker was sent from Centralia and the track was cleared within hours.

Northern Pacific Napavine Centralia

Tacoma aviator to fly in stadium stunt with McCormick

Tacoma June 13 United Press Leased Wire Robert L McCormick heir to wealth of Tacoma plans to partner with Capt James V Martin Harvard aviator in a daring water to stadium flight during the Montamara Featon duration June 30 to July 6 The stunt involves dropping from a plane into the Stadium arena with a shallow air gap and a railway gulch beneath A society woman will ride with the aviator when he attempts the water entrance flight July 2 Lily Irving wife of Capt Martin will also fly from the stadium field on July 3 and 4 during daily airship performances along the waterfront

United Press Tacoma Wash Robert L. McCormick Robert McCormick Washington Org Panwanger James V. Martin Harvard Montamara Martin Stadium Northern Pacific Railway Stadium Field Lily Irving

New York State Bankers Hold Nineteenth Annual Conclave

Burrago N Y June 13 The New York State Bankers Association opens its nineteenth annual conclave at the Lafayette hotel with leading state and national institutions in attendance A feature is an address by George M Reynolds president of the Continental and Commercial National Bank Chicago A cruise on Lake Erie and a banquet are on the program Speakers include Arthur Briahane Sir Edmund Walker and George Alex Educational notes on banking are also listed and the gathering will end near Niagara Falls

Arthur Briahane New York

German Fleet Sails Home Amid Pageant at New York

Emperor William's fleet division led by the cruiser Moltke sailed from New York after four days of entertainment. The fleet received a hearty farewell with Na sahyte and water salutes as the ships headed homeward, marking a festive end to the visit.

New York William Moltke Olivers

Prizes for Children at Southwest Washington Fair

The Southwest Washington Development Association announces prizes for children at the Southwest Washington fair September 30 to October 6. Northern Pacific Great Northern and C W Ran railways fund cups and scholarships by Washington State College Pullman. cash prizes range up to 50 25 15. Mayor Coleman offers 15 for cabbage raising by youths under 18. A $329 scholarship aids college expenses. Great Northern cup goes to a three child team. C W R N Cup to best dairy cow exhibitor. milking contest led by State Dairy Inspector Van Houten. Additional prizes include 23 in lumber or shingles for Mediterranean chickens and fruit trees. The fair aims to attract large crowds and promote practical farming education across Southwest Washington.

Northern Pacific Great Northern C. W. Ran Washington State College Pullman Southwest Washington T. ¥. Coleman Chehalis Board of Regents Washington State College of Pullman General Farm Air Management Fair Management J. J. Hin Washington van Houten Eastern Railway and Lumber Company Commissionera F. B. Hubbard Centralia J. E. Caldier Montesano W. J. Matchette Luda E. R. Lilly Mento

The Campus At Repose Theater Praised By Crowded House

The Caius production at Repose Theater last night delivered a credible show with strong songs and solid acting. Ferris Hartman as Ristinck and Walter DeLeon as Kobby Short receive standout notices, and the audience left impressed despite inclement weather.

House Votes to Probe Seattle Federal Judge

The House unanimously empowered the Judiciary Committee to investigate allegations against Federal Judge Manford of Seattle. A subcommittee will travel to Seattle to take testimony in a thorough inquiry prompted by Congressmen Berger and Norris.

HOUSE Seattle Unite Press Washington House Today Chu Clayton Judiciary Conmittee Manford Congress Man Berger Norris Judlciary Committee Judicary Committee

Detectives Hounded Witness in Darrow Bribery Case

United Press dispatch from Los Angeles reports the June testimony in the Darrow bribery matter. Johannaon testified under questioning by Darrow as state witnesses, with confusion over jurisdiction and efforts to present witnesses to prove Darrow’s complicity. The witness Reagera withdrew temporarily while examined as Caplin’s departure from California and Rose Rannen testified on efforts to remove her from investigators.

United Press Lease Los Angeles Johanagon San Francisco Teodor Darrow Narl Ragera Johannaon Allgnga Tanoval Mra T David Caylan McNawara California Uhait Darrow Caplin RoWannxen Varna

Roosevelt endorsed by Denver paper on woman suffrage

United Press reports the Denver Republican claims Roosevelt aims to win the woman vote by backing woman suffrage and that Judge Lindsey is planned as Roosevelt’s running mate. The item reflects speculative election maneuvering across Denver, dated June 12.

United Prees Denver Colo Denver Republican Roosevelt Lindsey

Hamilton's Centennial Celebration at Hamilton College

United Press reports commencement festivities at Hamilton College on June 13 marking the centennial charter anniversary. President Taft, Senator Elihu Root, and other notables will speak as hundreds of alumni gather for the event culminating in next Monday's commencement exercises.

United Press Clinton Hamilton College Taft Elihu Root

Publicity Men Convene in Toledo Advertising Club Meet

TOLEDO June 3 Central division Associated Advertising Clubs of America convene today with scores of prominent publicity experts in attendance. The convention represents the entire eastern half of the United States north of the Ohio River and will run through tomorrow. Speakers include Dr. Harvey Wier former government chemist John Barret head of the Bureau of American Republics George Coleman president of the National Inadvertent of Advertising Clubs. Mayor Brand Whitlock will toastmaster the annual banquet. Herbert N. Casson of New York also listed as a speaker.

Toledo Associated Advertising Clubs of America Enntire Mississippi Ohio Harvey W. Wier John Barret Bureau of American Republics Washington George Coleman Boston National’ Inseectation of National’ Inseectation of Advertising Chibs Dallas Texas Brand Whitlock Herbert N. Casson New York Financial Authority

Packenham Announces Sheriff Candidacy in Chehalis

C A Packenham of Chehalis declares his bid for the Republican nomination for sheriff subject to primary results. Packenham, already active in the business, is well known across the county.

C. A. Packenham Chehalis Rackenham

Savings and Loan Convention Opens in Oswego

New York State's League of Savings and Loan Association opened its quarter centenary convention in Oswego with important subjects on the program for discussion over the next two days.

United Press Oswego, NX New York State League of Savings and Loan Association

Remedial Loan Meeting in Cleveland Aids Charities

Members of the National Federation of Promed ing Loan Associations convened in Cleveland for their third annual session. The group, allied with the National Conference of Charities and Corrections, aims to develop plans to address loan shark practices and improve lending remedies.

Cleveland Menmhera National Federation of Promeding Loan Associations National Conference of Charities and Corrections Ita Yil

Transcontinentat Route Discussed At State College

A United Press Leased Wire report from Iowa details a town hall discussion at Iowa State College about a proposed New York to San Francisco transcontinental automobile highway. The plan envisions a route spanning the U.S. from east to west to secure the best possible alignment across the state.

United: Press Amos Towa Towa State College

Grizely Bear Dance Declared Disorderly Conduct

Minneapo lis June 13 Judge Smith ruled the Grizely Bear dance disorderly conduct in the case of Miss Ida Johnson and Milas Mildred Swannon. The two young women were released on probation to appear in court today after being arrested by Officer Emile Giorioux for performing the dance in a local hall. Detective Gleason, who had viewed the dance in burlesque venues, called the contortions suggestive. A reporter and attorney demonstrated the movement for the judge, who agreed it was not suitable for public performance in dance halls.

United Press Lassed Wire Minneapolis Minn Grizely Bear Smith Ida Johnson Milas Mildred Swannon Emile Giorioux Gleason

Street announcer demonstration by inventor Nestor impresses clubs

A demonstration of a new street announcer device by John P. Nestor was held at the Washington Oregon corporation premises last night. Delegations from the Commercial Club and Jahat Citizens Club attended and expressed favorable views on the invention's potential benefits, noting a front car roll and an electrically activated air system to mark street designations.

Washington-Oregon Corporation John P. Nestor Jahat

New Union Passenger Depot Ready for Occupancy

The new union passenger depot completed during the Hub City Festival will be ready for occupancy about July 1 with some track work and grading remaining before it can be used by the public.

Union Hub City

Excavation for Kew Depot Begins in Chehalis

Excavation started this morning for the new depot in Chehalis. A sufficient gang of men has been secured to carry out the work and materials have been arriving steadily. The old freight depot has been raised on jacks and will be moved south of the present site today or tomorrow.

Chehalis

Suicide after church expulsion shocks Chehalis

JH Lee a Chehalis resident died at St Helens hospital from carbolic acid after church expulsion. Officials say he was despondent over being dropped from his church for secret society ties. The Rifle lodge of Odd Fellows conducted his funeral yesterday.

Lee St. Helens Chehalis Heo Rife Tha Salts Felde Orrity Iaink Rite Lodge of Odd Fellows

Myers Jury Reports Disagreement in Assault Case

The jury in the State versus Myers failed to reach a verdict after being out all night. They reported a disagreement this morning in the case charging assault against Daniel McMitun of Koplad.

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Carrie Chehalis HA Tacoma -‘ Lom United, Press Hamilton Packenham Savings and Loan Convention Transcontinentat Kew Self Church MYERS
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