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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1912
Page
4
United Press summary notes a bill reported to the House provides a general parcels post provision. It sets rates at 12 cents per pound with 11 pounds included in the post office appropriation as it moves through Congress.
The coal strike tied up about 2,500 freight trains as lines faced closures at scattered stations. Widespread delays and labor actions disrupted rail service, with railroads reporting substantial congestion and halted shipments.
United Press dispatch from El Paso reports General Qrozco and General Madero poised to clash within two weeks in Mexico City. The text notes victory, provisional presidency, and political turmoil amid chaotic war conditions and economic strain.
Tacoma today opens the final phase of 63 charges against census officials linked to the 1910 census padding scheme. Special Prosecutor Newton expects quick convictions. nine Tacoma defendants join others from Portland Seattle Missoula and Montana as the trial proceeds over the coming weeks.
Washington, March 4, Col Roosevelt publicly disputes reports that the Taft administration expected he would not be a candidate. A letter dated June 27, 1911, indicates Roosevelt stated he would not be a candidate in 1912 and had no intention to influence any nomination. He affirmed in the letter that he spoke freely to many people including Meyer, Stimson, Pinchot, Garfield, Madison, and Loeb.
Washington March . Senate considers fast tracked arbitration treaties among the United States France and Great Britain. Proposals provide for peaceful settlements of all disputes through a court of inquiry and arbitration tribunals with a final vote expected before adjournment.
United Press dispatch from Mexico City dated March 4 reports President Madero urging loyal Mexicans to join the army to suppress the insurrection and restore peace. He declares it necessary to establish military rule and fight to the last ditch to save the republic.
The Woodmen of the World announce a March 4 community gathering at the 1.0. C. F. hall. The event is free and invites the public with entertainment, music, speeches, and refreshments. Prizes up to 25 dollars for camp attendance, 15 dollars for parade participation, and 10 dollars for best decorated window are planned, with a parade at 1 pm and banquet at 7 pm followed by the grand hall at 9 pm.
Two vagrant men identified as A Talbronk and D Sutton fought near the local depot yesterday afternoon. A rock struck Hofbrook, cutting his forehead as onlookers and two railroad laborers intervened. They were taken to the police station and ordered out of town by Chief Roberts this morning.
March 1 election in this village produced 24 votes. Dr Rush Fants gained 22, Mrs Calvin Bales 6, and De. Pe Plus 1. Dr Hanks was chosen to succeed BL Ziltmar and will take office April 1. The article closes with a note urging reciprocity and community effort.
The University of Washington four oared crews will race on March 1. Dysart, son of Judge George Dysart of this city, rows in the Arts and Science crew. A stockholders meeting of the Growers Association is set for March 12 at 2 pm in Sungatow Theatre to elect a president and ten trustees for 1912 and read the 1911 financial report.
Connecticut Governor Baldwin Maine Governor Plaisted and Florida Governor Gilchrist publicly favor Governor Harmon for the Democratic presidential nomination. They praise his ability to beat Taft and carry Ohio and New York, signaling a strong push toward Harmon's nomination and a campaign centered on his leadership.
The residence of Frank Webster on Lincoln Creek was destroyed by fire this morning. It was uninsured and only a few household items were saved. Built in 1870 by John Stevens, the Webster house stood as a local landmark in the Creele settlement.
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