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Newspaper

Centralia Weekly Chronicle

Location

Centralia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1911

Page

7

Mexico Not Sole Cause for Massing U S Troops

Washington March 13 Though no State Department official would admit quoting it, reports say that developments soon will show Japan's attitude as a major factor in mobilizing troops on the Mexican border. State Department attaches show grave concern as rumors on the Pacific Coast hint at forces beyond Mexico influencing military demonstrations.

Japan Department of State Pacific Coast Washington State Department Mexico

Two Regiments Expected Out Duty Soon

San Antonio dispatch reports feverish recruiting for the Ninth and Eleventh cavalry regiments. Though below strength, each will gain 600 recruits en route from the north. Officers predict initiation of scout work after General Wood arrives, expected tomorrow or Wednesday.

San Antonio Mar General Wood

Men Held Same Aid In Cage Of War

Seattle dispatch reports a wartime enlistment contract rule allowing extension beyond four years. Bremerton Navy yard discharged men only after new orders, with recruiting drives to bolster enlistments. Government may extend to five years in emergencies, with bonuses for those serving beyond four years. Soldiers near four-year terms frustrated, seeking front-line duty.

Seattle Wash Bremerton Navy Yard Washington Dutto Wiviliung Hag Cie Marine Corps Army Navy Thare

Fisher sworn as Interior Secretary amid Ballinger tensions

Secretary Fisher took the oath as Interior Secretary, succeeding Ballinger who agreed to stay briefly. Ballinger plans to return to private life in Roettis as new duties loom and potential lawsuits surface. Aviator Charong reportedly received $10,000 for a midflight over the Alpha region.

United Presa Washington Fisher al- Acini Ballinger Ballineger Hn Roettis Halinger Alandor Charong Alpa Napoleon

Cen tralia Fruit Growers Assn Reorganized by UMTE

UMTE announces reorganization of Cen tralia Fruit Growers Association with RA committees to oversee the new entity. A Saturday meeting finalized arrangements and planned the plant takeover, with Theodore Voss KS Mulder and Frank P. The. committee tasked with reorganizing will guide the transition and aim for a successful operation.

Dellitte Centralia Fruit Growers’ Association Theodore Voss KS. Mulder Frank P. the The

Chehalis High School Baseball Team Starts Candidate Call

Capt Witting announces first call for players as Chehalis high school baseball opens practice this week. Eight new candidates seek outfield and infield spots while pitching appears weaker. Games set with Olympia Aberdeen Puyallup, with hope to reclaim Southwestern Washington title after last year’s narrow loss to Aberdeen.

Witting Chehalis High School Chehala Brunawig Lowry Hoagland Gof Brown Ators Doyle Doty Olympia Aberdeen Puyall Wp Aouthwestern Wahahington Chatalia Aberdean

Realty Men Organize Chehalis Real Estate Exchange

At a Chehalis meeting on March 13 real estate dealers formed the Chehalis Real Estate Exchange to work with the Citizen's club for city betterment. Charter members include Urquhart & Judd, Coffman & Co., Bartholomew, Harrison & Pepin, Schooley & Deggeler. officers named, with aims to ease competition, develop lots, attract settlers, and boost farm output while ensuring fair prices.

Reading Chehalis Chehalis Real Estate Exchange Citizen's Club Urquhart & Judd H. C. Coffman & Co B. A. Bartholomew Harrison & Pepin Schooley & Deggeler Chehalia

New Settlers Flocking Into Chehalis Amid Growth

March 13 reports a masked influx of new settlers into Lewis County with colonization expected this year. Migrants arrive from the middle west, Oklahoma and eastern states, planning to settle near Tig Hotton, Morten, and close to Centralia Chehalis. Visitors scout prospects, visit the courthouse, and seek guidance from the Citizens' Club where Secretary Merrill provides information.

Lewis County Middle System Oklahoma Tig Hotton Morten Paints Centralia Chehaiis Chehalis Citizens’ Club Merrill Mi T. Goffmaan

Morrison goes 10 Res remains laid to rest

The remains of J. H. Morrison, longtime Chehalis resident, were laid to rest Saturday afternoon. The funeral from Bucklin's chapel was conducted by Rev. Dr. Chittenden. Morrison, age seventy, recently moved to Tacoma and is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Leonard Guft and Mrs. Dotanox, both of Chehalis.

J. H. Morrison Chehalis Bucklin's Chittenden Morrison Tacoma Ima Mra Leonard Guft Dotanox Thla Alty

Centralia Defeats Chehalis In Bowling Match

On March 14 at Centralia alleys Centralia defeated Chehalis 96 pins in a bowling meet. Centralia led by 73 pins early as Chehalis tried to rally in the second game but failed to close the gap. Hylander of Chehalis posted 231, while Roberta of Centralia matched with 218 and the trio earned a 167 average for three games.

Ares Chohalis Centralia Elty Ping Chehails Pin Knights Hylander Chehalis Roberta

Another Pair of Pants Stolen Here Again

In Cen tralia a second theft of pants occurred when two men entered William Toles store last Saturday. One talked with a clerk while the other took a pair of pants. One man escaped. the other, Thomas Ryan, was captured by a clerk and arrested by Patrolman Wilson. Ryan was taken to Chehalis for trial. outcome to be reported.

Centralia William Toles Wilson Thomas Ryan Ryan Chehalis Chronicle

Funeral for Mrs Nelson Draws Wide Attendance

In Salter Valley the funeral for Mrs W J Nelson was held in the Presbyterian church yesterday afternoon. Rev Thompson led services with a sacred musical program and soloist Mrs H Allan Turner delivered a stirring performance. The large gathering included the widow and children of the deceased, who was held in high esteem by old time friends and neighbors.

W. J. Nelson Salter Valley Presbyterian Church Thompson H. Allan Turner

Rubbish Clearance Notice From Centralia Fire Chief

Fire Chief P C Miller asks Centralia residents to remove rubbish from back yards and vacant lots. The city will enforce City Ordinances No 43 after April 1. Public notice urges homeowners to clean up to keep the city presentable.

P. C. Miller Centralia

Soldiers Riot In Galveston Mexican And Negro Quarters

United Press dispatch from Galveston reports soldiers on leave attacking Mexican and Black residents. Martial law declared, 25 soldiers jailed, city under army control as twelve hundred troops stay at camp. Rioting continued last night amid property damage and street clashes.

Marsial Jaw Galvenston

Lewis County Fire Warden Annual Report 1910 Highlights

March 14 report to Governor Hay J. R. Welty by state fire warden through O. Wallace shows 750 acres of second growth timber not yet merchantable plus 12 000 acres of cut over lands burned in Lewis county in 1910. statewide, about 13 000 acres burned in timber counties. 887 forces operated, 66 in Lewis county. 2 128 burning permits issued, 73 in Lewis. 38 arrests nationwide with 2 in Lewis resulting in convictions and $72.50 in fines. overall 45 arrests produced 41 convictions and $7 084.75 in fines and costs.

Hay J. R. Welty O. Wallace Lewis County Lewe County

Colt kicks farmer in barn injuring Samuel Adams

Samuel S. Adams was badly hurt Saturday night while bringing an 18 month old colt into a city barn. He tried to lever the balky animal aside with a pitchfork when the colt kicked him in the face and chest. He lay senseless for several moments.

Samuel S. Adams Adsis Adams

Surprise Birthday at Rose Theatre for Irwin Couple

Mr and Mrs Irwin were treated to a pleasant surprise after a Rose Theatre show on March 13. Guests presented an ivory handled carving and shared cards before hearing Mr Truly Immer expound on Home Investment Co prospects and upcoming builds. Attendees included Mr and Mrs La J Kildall, S Y Ghidley, Orin Kreps, Karl Runzell, You Ingalla, and Leonard Bortranad.

Fon Irwin Rose Theatre Truly The Home Investment Co Wil

Provision for Four Months Ordered for 10 000 Men in Texas

United Press dispatch from San Antonio states Colonel John L. Clem ordered to secure four months of provisions for 10,000 troops with 20,000 expected to mobilize along the border. Wholesalers submitted bids for 200 subsistence items including fresh meat, sugar, flour, rice, and coffee as Major General Carter prepares to arrive with the division.

United Press Ban Antonio Tex John L. Clem Department of Texas Washington 17Th Infantry Fort McPherson Fort Sam Houston Foulois Rio Grande John T. van Oredale Seventeenth Infantry Carter

Baby Love Dead in Lowman Street Home

The 18 month old daughter of Mr and Mrs O Lived of Lowman Street died suddenly. Funeral services will be conducted at the Presbyterian Church tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock by Rev Mr Thompson with interment at Washington Lawn Cemetery.

Mareb Lowman Street Thompson Wastington Lawn Cemetery

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