Locomotive orders boost Tono coal mine output
Harriman system orders 136 Baldwin locomotives for coal from the Tono district. Union Pacific Mine at Tono to increase output from 1500 to 2000 tons daily as 80 mikado freight 30 mikado passenger and 35 Pacific type locomotives are built. Delivery set for April 1 with new North ern Pacific round house and repair shops at Centralia to commence. Washington coal fuel tests for Navy show favorable indications. Local business expects boost from increased activity and currency influx.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriman
Baldwin Locomotives Works
Bha Ues
Tono
Needham
Union Pacific
Union Padre
Centralia
Northern Pacific
Washington
Carl Ia
U. S. Navy
Centralia Considers Police Signal System for Beats
March meeting debates placing three phones in boxes on Tower Avenue for officer reports to headquarters with a central contact point. Critics warn of delays and jokes about officers phoning from the beat. City would keep a station officer on duty and may arrange private telephones for beat reporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centralia
Travis
Romeone
Jane
Street Car Improvements At Fair Ground
The Twin City Light and Traction Co installed an automatic spring switch at the Fair Grounds siding. The new setup eliminates the need for cars to back in and out, saving time and avoiding exposure to rain for conductors during boarding and alighting on wet days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twin City Light & Traction Co
Fair Grounds
Bakery In Offense Condition Reported In City
Citizens complain the bakery emits a bad odor from stagnant water and refuse gathering under the building. The proprietor was alerted and the health and sanitation committee was instructed to remedy the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thembera
Theity Council
Committee On Health and Sanitation
Oil Strike Report Boosts Lewis County Prospects
A promising oil well near Mossy Rock, Lewis County, is reported by reliable sources. Interested parties include Dan Shaner, W. E. Arnold, and J. Abernathy. The find is expected to raise land values and add a major new industry to the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis County
Moasy Rock
Dan Shaner
W. E. Arnold
J.abernathy
Wedded 36 Years Honored at Ford's Prairie Celebration
A surprise anniversary gathering honored Rev and Mrs Omelvena of Ford's Prairie on their twenty fifth wedding anniversary. Neighbors packed the house, presenting a silver set. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs Harris, B F Russell, several Foran and Loomis family members, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra.Omelvena
Ford’s Prairie
Bfr
Harris
Stocks
B. F. Russell
Deputies named by Dans Maretti County Assessor
Chehalis officials named deputies for the ensuing term cover the county and boast strong territorial knowledge. The deputies are J. S. Siler Vance Frank Maxter Toledo W W B Clark Cowlitz J J Morris Wolsfort T F Kennedy Sal kum W H Kenover Chehalis John T Jones Ed Cuddy F A Negeler Centralia. 47 intends to assess property on a 60 percent basis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maretti County
Davis
Chehalis
J. S. Siler
Vance
Frank Maxter
Toledo
W. W. 8. Clark
Cowlitz
J. J. Morris
Wolsfort
T. F. Kennedy
Salkum
W. H. Kenover
John T. Jones
Ed Cuddy
F. A. Negeler
Centralia
Burns prizefight bill dies in Washington Senate
Ten round boxing bill with 10 ounce gloves, promoted by ex champion Tommy Burns, was postponed indefinitely by the Senate 22 to 19, ending its chances after House passage. Women's clubs opposed it, influencing the defeat. the House had revived a separate tipping law repeal.
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Olympia
Wash
Tommy Burns
Senate
Tommy Turns
Pagltat
Taroma
Burns
House
Centralia Visited by Tate Michigan Residents Eyeing Permanence
Two Tate, Michigan residents David Grayfield and Jacob Witmer travel via Northwest and Sioux-Columbia routes to Centralia. They praise Centralia highly and express interest in making it their permanent home during Edward Newel’s visit. The journey continues, with plans to conclude next month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tate, Mich
Centralia
Edward Newel
David Grayfield
Jacob
Witmer
Toth Wara
Aden
Neat Benefit Brings Chehaliz Church Near Goal
A Presbyterian church in Chehaliz staged a bright little comedy to raise funds for an organ debt. March 2 report shows $270 raised of the $290 needed. Leading local figures joined in, with Judge Rice and Professor Duffield among the cast, contributing to a successful, lighthearted fundraiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Professor Duffield
Dr. Johnson
A. E. Jud
Roscoe Bell
Tip Gable
Josiah Scroggs
Hoodoo Day in Pe Ell Hurts Two Mill Workers
While working at Youman's Mill in Pe Ell yesterday two log haulers were severely injured. Manuel Philips and J Smith were hurt at different times during the day. Smith was taken to Chehila where doctors fear amputation of his leg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youman
Pe Ell
Manuel Philips
J. Smith
Chebaila
Big Contract Closed Here by Winston Brothers Co
The largest railroad contract in years has been awarded to Winston Brothers & McDoughan. Massive machinery ships to Sprague Gulch Washington for use on a new contract. The plant includes two 76 ton steam shovels seven 12 to 18 ton engines and one hundred cars. Foreman L T Perro will stay to settle affairs. a respected young railroad construction foreman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winston Hrothers & McDoughan
Sprague Gulch
Wash
Buyerrus
Tenino
Kalama
L. T. Perro
Boy Dies From Injuries At Pe Ell Mill
March 3 Mattel Phillias aged 18 died this morning from injuries received yesterday at work in Yeoman mill at Pe Ell. Body taken to Centralia and to Sticklin undertaking for shipment to Pe Ell for interment tomorrow. Son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Phillipa. well liked and popular youth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattel Phillas
Yeoman
Pe Bll
Centralia
Sticklin Undertaking Establishment
Pe Ell
Joseph
Phillipa
Large Funeral Draws Crowds in Centralia
One of the largest funerals in Centralia drew crowds yesterday for the Ralph Durgn obsequies. A band and the Odd Fellows and Ragios joined the service at the Presbyterian church with Rev. Mr. Shenton officiating, though the church was unable to accommodate everyone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centralia
Ralph Durgn
Odd Fellows
Ragios
Caramanter
Thin Presbyterian Church
Mr. Shenton
Coffman and associates named to county board panel
The Chehalis Citizens' Club Board of trustees selected N. B. Coffman as local member of the executive committee of the Southwestern Washington Development Association. His nephew Harry Coffman and Dan W. Bush were named committeemen for Good Roads and publicity and transportation respectively. The board meets March 14 at Dutenhimeh urging quarters on the second floor of the Columbia building.
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Chehalis Citizens’ Club Board of Trustees
N. B. Coffman
Southwestern Washington Development Association
Harry Coffman
Good Roads
Dan W Bush
Dutenhimeh
Columbia Building
Plenty of Jobs Ready in Chehalis
Chehalis prepares for a busy spring as Warren Construction plans sewer work starting Monday. Superintendent Speaker says about 100 men will be used, with around forty teams to handle the public improvements. The move should bring work to Chehalis and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chehalis
Centralia
Speaker
Warren Construction Company
Let the People Rule Fad Passes in Washington Debate
Olympia March 2 The Senate voted 70 to 32 to concur with the House on direct legislation and initiative. Governor Hay’s approval remains the final step as the measure moves toward enactment. The vote surprised many as administration support solidified and late backers joined the pro bill side.
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Olempia
Wash
Senate
House
Washington
Hay
Espey
Brown
Funeral service for Ralph Durga draws many mourners
Ralph Durga was laid to rest yesterday in a funeral conducted with the help of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and other friends. Pallbearers included Ror Ter rer Otto Schmeck Ernest Rector William Tol and James Monk as members and brothers joined the ceremony.
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The
Eagles
Ralph Durga
Order of Eagles
Ror Terrer
Otto Schmeck
Ernest Rector
William Tol
James Monk
Marry Mills Stricken With Typhoid Fever
The many friends of Harry Mills of this city learn with concern that he lies very low with typhoid fever at his home. Members of the local Eagles Aerio are visiting, doing what they can to ease his illness, amid fears he may not recover unless his condition improves quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Mills
Aerio of Eagles
Mambeara
Ilincse
Mills
Jurors named as rejected for Lewis County court term
The following citizens of Lewis County are rejected as jurors for the March term. District 1 includes Wm Bailey J R Niemie E Thompson Chas Mayermang W S Dodson. District 2 lists 4 T Carr J S Davin J K Coleman Fred Buchanan T W Fields. District 3 names BR D Everett T R Behrend W G La Follette Chas Squires 9 1J Weber. District 4 shows Hugh Munn A Anderson A N Bennett Adam Hertman D S Macomber. District 5 lists W A Cropse Win Wichart B Lucas Thos H Gray W H Carpenter. District 6 includes C L Ress Wm A Blankenship M W Rosander A W Silver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis County
Wm. Bailey
J. R. Niemie
E. Thompson
Chas. Mayermang
W. S Dodson
T. Carr
J. 8
Davin
J. K. Coleman
Fred Buchanan
T. W. Fields
BR. D. Everett
T. R. Behrend
W.G. la Follette
Elke lodge elects officers for year and grand delegate
The local lodge of Elke held its annual election last night with good natured rivalry and ample social time. W. H. Hodge was elected exalted ruler, F. G. Titus leading Knight, F. B. Roberts loyal Knight, G. W. Mack lecturing Knight, M. W. Daubney secretary, F. O. Field treasurer, A. E. B. Seare ryler, C. B. Gilchrist trustee, Harry Q. Troth delegate to the Grand Lodge at Atlantic City NJ, with C. A. Young as alternate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodge of Elke
Tts
W. H. Hodge
F. G. Titus
F. B. Roberts
G. W. Mack
M. W. Daubney
F. O. Field
A. E B. Seare
Ryler
C. 8. Gilchrist
Harry Q. Troth
Grand Lodge
Atlantic City
N. J
C. A. Young
Pasha pants spark city wide street controversy in Portland
Miss Gertrude Dunlap walked Portland streets in flaming red pasha pantaloons with a sash, drawing banter from men and harsh insults from women until Police Captain Raey and officers intervened. She defended the style as cute and modest, predicting its rise despite criticism.
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United Press
Portland
Gertrude Dunlap
Miss Dunlap
Raey
Canada to pass reciprocity measure without changes
Ottawa Ont March 3 Parliament will pass the reciprocity measure without alteration an open offer to the United States. A debate is now on and it looks like a long drawn out affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Ottawa
Ont
Ag& An
United States
Pariament
Death of Harry Mills 15 Marks Local Funeral Plans
Harry Mills 15 died at his home this afternoon after a brief illness. The funeral will be held at the Methodist church on Bunk Way tomorrow afternoon at 4 o clock, with services conducted for his many friends who mourn his loss.
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Harry Mille
Bunk
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DANS
Tommy Duras
Michigan
Land of
Opportunity
Coffmans AR
Leave Wire
Marry Mills
Hugh Munn
A. Anderson
A. N.bennett
Adam Hertman
D. S. Ma
Comber
W. A. Cropse, Win, Wichart, B. Lucas
Thos. H. Gray
W. H. Carpereter
Dietrict
C. L. Ress
Wm. A. Blankenship
M. W. Rosander
A. W. Silver
Elas Elegt
Pasha
Canada
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