Plague in China Threatens Europe and West
Dispatches from Shanghai and St Petersburg report a severe Manchurian plague with estimates of three thousand daily deaths and warnings that the epidemic could spread to Europe and the United States. Paris and Vienna experts warn of desperate measures to halt spread toward Russia and beyond.
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United Press
Shanghai
ST. Petersburg
China
Europe
Julie Beckmann
Vienna
Manchuria
Europa
Russia
John Sanders Finds Chehalis Apples in New York Hotel
John K Saunders of Chehalis recalls a travel tale from New York where a rosy apple stamped grown in Cheballs was served at a hotel. He describes it as the sweetest apple he ever tasted though bittersweet as a taste of home.
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John K. Saunders
Chehalia
New York
Mr. Saunders
Knights of Columbus In Chehalis Initiates New Members
The Knights of Columbus opened a charter in Chehalis last Sunday and began accepting members in both Chehalis and Tacoma. John P. Boyle, state district deputy, led the initiation assisted by Attorney I. L. Donnohue of Chehalis. A banquet followed at the Catholic church, with over 150 Knights from Tacoma and other areas present. Listed local members include Frank J. Twise, Joseph Darnan, Thom Kennedy, Dr. I. J. Turner, Wm. R. Honf, J. B. Lindemann, Waldorf Grenier, Otis Grenier, Wm. Kovilla, John Neville, Charles Neville, Loony Grant, Rev. Wal Moana, Al Mallingh, Frank Yunker, Alfred Saunders, M. Batndon, J. M., Wm. Brindon, and others.
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Marth
Knights of Columbus
Chehalis
John PF. Boyle
Warburton
Tacoma
Boyle
IL. E. Donnohue
Chehalla
Catholic Church
Koighta
Foundry Deal Nears Reality with Seattle Carnot Scheumann
Theodore Scheumann of Seattle has closed a deal with Chehalis party John for a new foundry to be built in Chehalis. Terms not disclosed. Scheumann, a young engineer with gas construction credentials, will bring patents and practical expertise. The plant aims to employ skilled workers and expand output as opportunities grow.
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Chebails
Theodore Schuemann
Seattle
4. &J. John
Chehalis
L. J. Sticklin
Scheumann
Centralig & Chehalis Gas Company
Divorce Adjusted After Second Wedding In Tone Centralia
The divorce case of Mr. and Mrs. James Kearney of Tone and Centralia was adjusted on March 4. Mrs. Kearney, who had married another man within six months of the decree, was said to have erred in decree knowledge. Custody of the children was granted to the wife pending good behavior as the matter closed. In Winlock, Herbert Leonard was injured when a loaded gun discharged while cleaning a .22 shotgun, bullet entering his hand. he is recovering.
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James Kearney
Tone
Centralia
Mr. Kearney
Tano
Herbert Leonard
Winlock
Mr. Leonard
Thieves Lose Cents While Breaking Into Tit tle Walls Store
A Tit tle Walls shop belonging to Charles Reidel was broken into recently. Six men are said to be involved. their stolen share totaled about two cents each. The incident left only a few cents and odd change in the register.
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Charles Riedel
Miss Annabel Johnson Weds Seattle Man
Miss Annabel Johnson daughter of Charles Johnson and sister of Dy Johnson, Chehalis citizens, married Arthur Anderson in Seattle a few days ago. She is connected to Dr. Frank Dewitt Johnson of Peril and is noted as an accomplished young woman with broad social ties.
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Misa Annabel Johnson
Charles Johnson
James Johnson
Chehalis
Arthur Anderson
Seattle
Frank Dewitt Johnson
Peril
Lovett says fate will not stop double-tracking plans
President Robert Lovett of Harriman Lines states that double tracking the Southern Pacific and Union Pacific transcontinental routes will be completed by the Panama Pacific Exposition opening. Work will proceed in sections to limit expenditures, with Malvin and Bancroft directing ends, while Interstate Commerce Commission rulings are said not to affect the program. Lovett notes investor fears but relies on sober business logic. He plans further talks with Santa Fe's Ripley and with Southern Pacific officials locally this evening.
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Union Pacific
Southern Pacific
United Press
San Francisco
Southern Pacifc
Robert 8. Lovett
Harriman
B. E. Malvin
Oues
Bancroft
Lovett
Interstate Commerce Commission
Ripley
Santa Fe
Puelic
Homage Paid To Rev Thomas J Dickson In Epiphany Church
A large crowd gathered at the Church of the Epiphany in Chehalis for a dignified tribute to Rev Thomas John Dickson. Born 1840 in London, his life spanned service as a soldier, missionary, and church leader across North American posts before settling in Chehalis. The event featured a bishop led service, diverse faith attendance, floral tributes, and a biographical sketch detailing his long ministry from Seattle to Orcas Island and beyond.
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Church of the Epiphany
Chélialis
Thomas John Dickson
Tine
Keator
Centralia
Daily Chronicle
Dickson
London
England
Kemarek
Toronto
Canada
Yather
Albany
Syra
Cuse
N. Y
New York Hains Light Cavalry
Maria J. Garnett
Seattle
Wash
Paddock
Mt. Verpon
Skagit Co
Barker
Orcas Island
Christ Church
Anacortes
Epiphany ‘Church
Chehalis
St. Andrews
Tacoma
Ruth @. Dickson
Spirit of Christian Fellowship
Ihharacter
Soldier of Christ
Roosevelt Welcomed Yet Sleep Calls for Remembrance
Theodore Roosevelt arrives en route with plans for addresses in Chehalis and Centralia canceled due to late night travel. A letter from Miles Poindexter explains Roosevelt would pass through early morning hours, making a speech impractical.
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Mr. Cory
Col
Roosevelt Ston
Chehalie
Isis Toun
Washington
Col. Roosevelt
Portland
Tacoma
Thehajls
Miles Poindexter
Advertising Fares May Be Got Off City Limits Plan
The Commercial Club appoints a committee to meet with business leaders to study extending city limits to include nearby areas. They note tax concerns and unequal valuations between country and city properties, and will continue work to curb fake advertising schemes draining business funds.
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Marth
Centralia
Commercial Club
Thomas Crawford
Venerable Priest to Lead Lent Services at St John’s
The Rev Father Hendricks of St Helen's hospital Chehalla will conduct Lent services at St John's Catholic church each Wednesday night during Lent. Father Moons will officiate at the other services. Hendricks, a famed missionary of 40 years, remains active and well known in Washington and invites non Catholics and the public to attend.
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Father Hendricks
St. Helen's Hospital
Chehalla
St. John's Catholic Church
Father Moons
Washington
Bailey Resigns From Senate Amid Constitutional Foes
Washington March 4 Senator Bailey resigned his seat in the United States Senate. He cited Democrats failing to follow his leadership in considering the constitutional amendments. He opposed the initiative and referendum and related call provisions.
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Washington
Mar
Bailey
United Sernia
Cable
Moron child injured by fall through broken window
Altea Smith, 18, daughter of Mr and Mrs Eber C Smith of Morton, suffered severe facial and hand injuries after a chair toppled a window frame and she fell through the glass. The incident occurred two days ago and local authorities report multiple cuts but no life threatening injuries.
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Altea Smith
Mra
Eber C. Smith
Morton
Town Contagion Outbreak In Chicago Town
Chicago town reports a sickness sweeping through the community with many residents affected. Doctors suspect a toxic poisoning but causation remains unclear. No deaths reported and recovery underway as authorities investigate the incident.
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Chicago
Tivanatan
Train incident at the depot injures man Jost
Paul H Smith aided by Dr Liy ingeton in treating injuries after Jost was struck by a train on the railroad track while attempting to cross away from the depot. He was taken to the Dumon hospital for care and is expected to recover.
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Paul
H. Smith
Smith
Liyingetona
Dumon
Public Auction Notice of Property in Lewis County
John Mourine plaintiff and J A Frost Mary Ruth and Floyd Frost minors heirs of Minnie M Frost deceased held a judgment for 284.95 dollars plus costs. Sheriff Urquhart will auction the described road parcel two acres more or less on March 31, 1917 at 10 am in front of the Lewis County courthouse to satisfy the judgment.
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John Mourine
A. D
United States
J. A. Front
Clark Frost
Mary Frost
Ruth Frost
Floyd Frost
Minnie M. Frost
Reginalog
Ranee
W. M
Lewis County
Washington
Cow- Hitz Landing
Olympia
Salil Ling
Sata
Court House
County of
Lewis
J. A. Proet
Plody Frost
Minora
Chehalis
Lewin County
A.D
H.W. Urquhart
Cowie County
Service stance for Dereagement home care clarified
The notice states on call availability at all hours for Dereagement Home Care services. It promises to handle all arrangements, relieving the Corpuy from day to day details and focusing on essential tasks while ensuring readiness for immediate service when needed.
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Airink
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