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Centralia Weekly Chronicle

Location

Centralia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1911

Page

7

Portland Warehouse Fire Kills Chief Campbell and Others

A major blaze at a Portland East Side warehouse district damaged Union Company property. Chief Campbell led a risky interior attack and perished, with several other firefighters missing or dead as crews fought the flames. Estimated losses exceed $200000 though more may follow as salvage continues.

United Press Portland Dane Chick Dacik Campbell Nea Tire Departaient. Org Union (4) Company Campbell Enening Che Stark Che Leen Oll Pass

Decision affects Alaska coal fields

United Press reports that Commissioner Kenneth of General Land Office with Interior Secretary approval ordered a decision on Cunningham coal claims in Alaska. Pinchot supporters hail it as a victory amid broader disputes, while details show the department aims to protect remaining contested Alaska coal fields as it proceeds to final determinations.

Washington Ihe Cunningham Department of the Interior

Jupiter Pluvius Delivers Needed Rain After Drought

Rain finally arrives bringing relief to farmers and crops after a long dry spell. Showers last night and continue through the morning, quenching parched fields and reducing fire risk. Forests benefit as rainfall reduces potential wildfire danger and supports vegetation recovery.

Wedding of Maynard and Underwood at Cedar Point

An article notes a wedding of interest today involving Anna Vrnets Nayard, granddaughter of a secretary of state and daughter of Mia James A. Maynard, and Norman Underwood of three city. College women attend seeking teaching positions as Cedar Point hosts the annual meeting of Onto Olea lord with principals and superintendents present.

Dung Anna Vrnets Nayard Stain Thana i Hayard Mia James A. Maynard Norman Underwood Watoh Bras Main Cedar Point Jame

Funeral Held For Miss Avis Dysart in North Iron Street

Large crowd attended the funeral for Miss Avis Dysart who died last Saturday. Services were led by Rev. Thompson at the family home 319 North Iron Street with floral tributes and messages of sympathy. Col N G W officers in full dress attended, honoring Sgt. Lloyd B. Dysart of Co M with a floral offering from their unit.

Avis Dysart North Iron Street Thompson Col. N. G. W Lloyd B. Dysart Co. M

Funeral of Mrs Carrie Baldwin of Winlock

The funeral of Mrs. Carrie Baldwin wife of Winlock’s leading merchant was held at the Baptist church in Winlock yesterday afternoon. The Rev Symons officiated as numerous friends attended from Chehalis. Interment followed in Winlock cemetery. Mrs. Baldwin formerly of Chehalis was mother to eight children and belonged to a prominent Lewis County family active in business and politics.

Carrie Baldwin Lewis County Chehatis

Postal Bank to Open in Centralia on July 1

Centralia will host a new postal savings bank after a Washington order. Postmaster John Bennedict Jr. is arranging details for the opening day and training staff. The depository for savings has not yet been designated but will likely be a local bank.

Centralia Washington John Bennedict Jr

Postal Savings Bank Opens Today in Chehalis

The Postal Savings Bank announced by the Past Master General will begin operations today in Chehalis. Postmaster Huth and eight other postmasters met with Postmaster Cavanaugh at Oistupia to learn the fundamental rules for starting the bank. Officials estimate deposits reaching $5000 monthly within a year.

Chehalis Duahl Abuye Postmaser Huth Cavanaugh Oistupia

City council discusses Pacific avenue improvements and committee referrals

A Chelinls meeting presented by property owners on Pacific avenue requests sidewalls and lights from Ninth to Eleventh streets. Six committees will study the proposals with lights to Light and Public Property, water issues to Fire Water and Health, and sidewalks to Sewer and Sidewalk. Decision to be reported next week.

Chelinls Pacific Avenue Eleventh

Tenino Defeated By Tono In One Sided Game

Tenino club lost 2 to 8 at Tono yesterday afternoon as the Tomarevelation team showed improving form and drew plans to play more county teams. Chehalisehib game at Tomo is set for next Sunday with a businessmen’s meeting in Chehali the following week. Summary notes batteries Krueger and Patan.

Tenino Too Tono

Army Camp Moves to American Lake Maneuvers

Company M will entrain for the Camerican Lake maneuvers on July 3, spending days in Tacoma for the Carnival of Nations. The unit will conduct mock warfare for a couple of weeks with bivouacs skirmishes outposts recon and other military life. Daily pay ranges from $1.50 for Privates to $2.50 for Sergeants, with officers paid per regular army grades.

Tacoma American Lake

Ministers in Chehalis denounce film blasphemy

Indignant Chehalis ministers claim two entertainers at a moving picture house insulted religious beliefs. Clergymen learned of remarks from parishioners and visited the venue, prompting a special conference to decide whether to app raise the issue with the local Ministerial Association.

Chehalis

Chehalis Council Holds Brief Meeting Amid No Ordinances

The Chehalis city council met in a short session last night with no ordinances on the agenda. Mayor Gingrich presided as council members Green Deickman West and Fechtner attended while several penalties were read and pending business from last week was disposed of.

Chehails Gingrich Counsiltien Lemme Green Deickman West Fechtner

Charge of Larceny Dismissed in James Ray Case

The State of Washington charged James Ray, 19, son of Mrs. Hattia Ray, with larceny over a watch from A. A. Woelfel's Jewelry Store. Five witnesses supported an alibi. the defendant was unloading brick for the new High School. Judge Chas H. Hoss dismissed the action after defense by Mrs. W. H. Cameron. Prosecuting Attorney J. R. Buston appeared for the state.

State of Washington James Ray Hattia Ray Chas Ross Ray IA. A. Woelfel Owen Woelfel’s W. H. Cameron Nessen Chas. H. Hoss J. R. Buston

Death Takes Beat Morris in Portland

The remains of Bertie Morris, 22, son of Dan Morris, will arrive from Portland this afternoon for interment. Undertaker Sticklin will receive the body at his establishment to arrange final details. Plans to be announced later. Death details are not yet known, with the interment planned for Centralia.

Bertie Morris Dan Morris Portland J Sticklin Mil de Geata Centralia

Two Marriage Certificates Issued in Chehalis

Two marriage licenses were issued yesterday by Auditor Swofford in Chehalis. Janet Niceneo was issued to William R Hines of Centralia and Zella L. Mudge of Gate City. The second license was granted to Luther Burton and Sarah B Harmon, both residents of Dryad, with Justice of the Peace Beaufort acting as witness and officiant.

Swofford Chehalis Janet Niceneo William R Hines Cen ‘Tralia Zella L. Mudge Gate City Luther Burton Sarah Harmon Dryad Pearse Flo Beaufort

VMI Graduates Addressed by Major General Wood

The Virginia Military Institute graduation exercises were held in El gradus Va, with a large crowd in attendance. Major General Leonard Wood, chief of the Army staff, delivered the commencement address to the graduates.

Virginia Military Institute Leonard Wood Army

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