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Centralia Weekly Chronicle

Location

Centralia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1911

Page

7

Taft to Meet Cabinet Over Mexican Situation

United Press dispatch reports Taft and his cabinet to discuss Mexico developments after Limantour rumors. President arrived from Atlanta at noon with returning cabinet members. A White House conference with Ambassador De La Barre followed Taft’s mobilization notes, with further statement promised.

Washington Mar Limantour Mexico Taft Atlanta Congress White House de la Barre

De LaBarre Denies Peace Plan in Mexico City

Mexican Ambassador De LaBarre denied reports that Limantour would replace Dias and that the Ding palace was stoned. Limantour was said to carry peace proposals to President Dias, with a plan for him to resign and for Limantour to be provisional president until an election. Some reports claim certain business interests urged Diaz’s deposition and Limantour’s provisional rule, which De LaBarre rejects, though peace talks proceed.

United Preas Washington de LaBarre Batly Limantour Ding Mexico City Diar Realgn Limantaye Quetavo Madero Dias Maxian Diae

Limantour to Confer With Diaz Tonight in Mexico City

United Press dispatch reports Mexico City slated talks as Limantour planned a hurried return from Washington to meet with Diaz tonight after a rapid rise in political activity. The schedule indicates high level discussions on pressing national issues.

Mexico City Mer Limantour Diaz Washington

Chehalis Starts Public Improvement Work With Warren Co

Many additional men and teams began work in Chehalis this morning as Warren Construction Company under Superintendent C B Speaker begins weeks of street and sewer projects. Labor activity will continue through spring and summer, promising a fine street system and fist class sewer network for the city.

Chehalis Warren Construction Company C. BR. Speaker

RiFFE Young Men Get Into Trouble

March 20 two young men from Riffo, John Mant and R. D. Raing, were derated on charges of passing a worthican check and carrying concealed weapons in Chehills. Justice Heaufort fined each ten dollars and costs for concealed weapons. the check pass was not pressed. The youths’ respected families and frat offense influenced the judge’s lenient sentence.

John Mant R. D. Raing Riffo Chehills Heaufort Romfort Waa Hoya

Auto Shows Expand As Centralia Auto Folk Grow

Centralia hosts growing auto interest as residents anticipate more enthusiasts this season. Reports note upcoming shows in Syracuse Rochester Louisville Pittsburg and Muskogee with buyers and drivers eager to showcase and purchase vehicles. A prominent Oklahoma cars parade and international entries are also planned, highlighting broad regional excitement in autos.

Lewis County Below State Average In Property Valuation Per Capita

A state tax commission report compares counties by population, total assessed property value, and value per capita. Lewis county shows a per capita valuation of 560.80, well below the state average of 792.57, with a population of 32,127 and total property value of 18,016,822. Other counties show varying per capita figures, including Franklin and Skamania higher than Lewis, while Kitsap remains the lowest at 283.96.

Lewis County State ‘Tax Commission Board of Equalization Alac Streum Wabbngton Franklin‘ County Skamania County King County Pierce Spokane Kitsap County

Home Building Promises Well in This City

City plans show a spring and summer surge in home building with several bungalow style residences in the northwest and east sections. J W Newman will construct a 2600 dollar home on Tower Avenue, W D Poster plans a 4000 dollar bungalow on Pearl Street, and two 2500 dollar homes on Third Street are awaiting construction with more projects expected soon.

Contralta J. W. Newman Tower Avenue W. D. Poster Pearl Street Third Street

Father Dying Tells of Worried Centralia Family

A Centralia family endures extreme poverty as C. Stith, a working man in frail health, cannot work and savings are depleted. His wife cares for him and five children in dire conditions, while the household faces imminent ruin and seeks aid.

Ely C. Stith Wness Tostahces Centralia

Twenty Bills From This County

The Lewis county delegation introduced twenty bills during the session. Senator Fishback led with seven, Representatives Martin five, Leonard five, and Scales three. No member exceeded eleven. John son of Douglas and Connor of Skagit each had eleven. Todd of Whitman issued ten. Dr P W Carlyon of Thurston introduced nine. Senator Barsett of Adams county led all by twenty eight bills.

Lewis County Fishback Martin Leonard Scales John+ son Douglas and Connor Skagit County Todd Whitman County P. UW. Carlyon Thurston Barsett Adama

Chehalis Realty Exchange aims to improve outskirts housing

The newly organized Real Estate Exchange in Chehalis begins work to improve nonoccupied lands on city outskirts. Barthelomew plans a land stretch near Coal Creek Lumber mill, subdividing into 49 building lots for sale. Coffman appraiser values lots in Coffman's Garden ahead of March 25 sale. Promoters hope the project draws desirable residents and supports local industry along the Northern Pacific Railroad route. Members continue fundraising for Chehalis and Cowitz Railroad land deals amid factory-site inquiries.

Real Estate Exchange Crealty Condi- Hong Chebella B. A. Bartholomew Coal Creek Gale Northern Pacific Railroad Fiber Mill Smmit Exchange Chehalis and Cow‘litz

Dusty Miller backs free hitting and three-bad-ball rule change

Dusty Miller, a veteran outfielder and former Chicago Nationals player, proposes major changes to baseball rules to revive offense. He suggests lowering the pitcher’s box to diamond level and allowing first base on three balls, arguing that three bad balls would force pitches over the plate and boost exciting hitting. Miller, now in Chehalis, believes these changes could help the local team if revenue losses pass and notes his extensive coast-to-coast experience.

Dusty Miller Chehalis Dusty Miller Chicago Nationals Frank Selee Indianapolis Kansas City Denver Stockton Tacoma Pacific Coast Cheballs

Hookey Not In Trouble Friends Say Napavine Girl Despairs

Ida Lemons of Napavine, committed to reform school after a suicide attempt, faces conflicting views from friends. Some say a disciplinary fear kept her from a note papery end, while others believe deeper distress was present. She has abandoned ending her life and aims to improve behavior.

Ida Lemons Napavine Waa Redncad Ean O

Local Henery Boosts Lewis County Economy and Fame

Marehal Lewis Cogswell, a famed hen expert in Chehalis, builds a thriving poultry business worth about 3000 dollars yearly across three city lots. His prosperous flock draws regional interest, with strong ties to Centria and local partners, elevating Lewis County’s hen industry profile.

Marehal Lewis Cogswell Cogswell Chehalis Centralia Lewis County

State Experts 70 Study Fruit in Chehalis

Two orchard experts from the state university, Professors Melander and Beattie, plan an experimental station at Francisco Dottahue’s orchard near Chehalis to study fruit diseases and pests using modern spraying methods. The project may expand to other farms in the county.

The State University Chehalis Francisco Dottahue Melander and Beattie

Painter Cary Sentenced to 30 Days on the Rock Pile

F C Cary a Jocal painter labeled a confirmed roustabout and public nuisance was jailed for thirty days by Justice Beaufort. Despite multiple town orders to leave Chehalis he persisted in his undesirable presence, and the judge decided the city meant business.

F.C. Cary Jocal Painter Justice of the Peate Beaufort Chehalis

Worthy Centralia family receives aid in illness crisis

The Centralia Daily Chronicle reports a bread winner’s illness left his wife and children in need. Local residents sent groceries and money, allowing the mother to focus on care and the children, with aid arriving quietly as a boon to the stricken home. The family had not asked for help.

Centralia Centralia Daily Chronicle

Saloonmen Propose Badges for Habitual Drunkards

Walla Walla March bt The saloonmen of this city urge recognition for habitual drunks by requiring them to wear a baton or badge. The move stems from several capers by intoxicated men and aims to curb supplying liquor to drunken individuals. Council may act at next meeting and consider ordering badges.

Walla Walla March Couneil Council

Influx of Japanese Residents Puzzles Centralia

Centralia faces a sudden influx of Japanese visitors and possible settlers. Dozens appeared with unclear origins and are staying outside the city while some seek work in Centralia or nearby Chehalis amid active public improvements. Attempts to start cheap restaurants and other ventures have largely failed. A labor agent eyed B Street near the depot and suggested an employment office may open in the north end of the district.

Centralia Chehaliz Thehalls B Street

Pioneer Fr Linked By Cupid Two More Marriages

Two more marriage licenses were issued by Auditor Swofford yesterday. A. G. Towers of Olympia and Harriet R. Olds of Medical Saba were united by Justice Westover. John W. Wesson and Esther C. Rasmussen of Curtis wed, with Justice Beaufort officiating. Best man Harley Long attended. both families have long resided in Lewis County. The couple plan a brief honeymoon before returning to Curtis.

hJe Swofford A. G. Towers Olympia Harriet R. Olds Medical Saba Westover John W. Wesson Esther C. Rasmussen Curtis Lewis County Beaufort Harley Long Charles Long Lawia County

Man Vanishes With His Mother In Law In Philadelphia

United Press dispatch from Philadelphia reports David Harris, less than a year after marrying a 38 year old bride, disappeared two days ago with his mother-in-law, Mrs Abiga Newson. The pair left a note to the wife saying they could not live apart and intended to marry after a divorce. Harris transferred a quarter of his property to his wife to provide for her before leaving.

Philadelphia David Harris Harris

Williamsburg Dance Scandal Prompts Husband Explanations

Police halted a Thomas Curlay Association event at Liederkrang Hall in Williamsburg as officers carted away a sixteen year old Maldon amid a raucous crowd. City residents explain to wives the whereabouts after the night’s alleged final stag show.

Enited Press Williamsburg Thomas Curlay Association Liederkrang Hall Xknokum Maldon Grigts

Reapportionment Session Hinted By Governor

The article notes an anticipated special session of the Legislature to discuss reapportionment and roads. Governor Hay indicates the assembly will be called by proclamation, with the rule that neither chamber may remain in session beyond 24 hours and that only reapportionment and road issues will be considered.

Florida Atlantic-Pablo Beach Tacktonville Hay Hag Sonaldor

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