The Chronicles editor notes a smooth spring day in Centralia
The Chronicles editor observes calm conditions in Centralia with no pressing issues. Roosevelt Taft and insurgents are quiescent, Mexico’s rebels progress, Gov Hay enjoys a public moment in Tacoma, and local officials and weather bring favorable signs. Readers are invited to report any overlooked matters.
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Centralia
Roosevelt
Taft
Mexico
Hay
Tacoma
Eberhart
Minnesota
Eis
Apaisle
Centralia Rail Improvements Backed by Three Roads
Three transcontinental railways have approved a Centralia upgrade plan. More than a quarter of a quintillion dollars will fund permanent improvements this summer including a car repair shop, a large roundhouse with sixty stalls, and a new passenger depot, creating significant local employment and boosting business construction.
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Plana
Centralia
Memorial Day Reflections On Sacrifice And Ball Games
A reflective piece on Memorial Day honoring Civil War sacrifices and the balance between solemn remembrance and public amusements. It notes the national tradition of honoring fallen soldiers, the evolving observance, and questions whether ball games should interrupt or accompany the day’s reverence.
Supreme Court Frees Convicted Labor Leaders
The Supreme Court voided a contempt conviction against labor leaders Gompera and John Mitchell of the American Federation of Labor. The court ruled the Buck Stove Range boycott case was civil, not criminal, and ordered dismissal and remand to the lower court.
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Supreme Court
Washington
Gompera
John Mitchell
American Federation of Labor
Supreme
Upyogart
District
Columbia
Stove
Loy Awarded 10000 in Railroad Passenger Injury Case
In Lewis County Superior Court at Chehalis, Michael Loy secured a $10,000 judgment against the Northern Pacific Railroad. Loy testified he bought a Portland ticket for a Great Northern line, boarded the NP train by mistake, was forcibly ejected near Napayloe, and suffered abdominal and facial injuries requiring hospital care and two operations after the crew's actions. The jury deliberated for several hours before awarding damages.
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Lewis County
Chehalis
Northern Pacific Railroad
Michael Loy
Portland
Great Northern
Northern Pacific
Napayloe
Loy
Chehalis Council to Observe Memorial Day Citywide
A Chehalis council resolution last night officially backs observing Memorial Day in the city. The measure says merchants may keep their shops open if they choose, though the holiday remains legal. Mayor Gingrich supported the council’s stance.
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Chehalis
Gingrich
Eccentric Texan Rufus Black Found Dead in Cabin
Rufus Black, a woodsman living near Galveston, was found dead in his cabin after an illness of about a week. Surrounding the corpse were multiple pet snakes coiled around the body, snakes he had kept as companions for years.
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Galveston
Texas
Rufus Black
Most Traveled Man Marries In Globe Spanning Honeymoon
Mrs L Maria Gruenhagen, widow, and George L Maraalt, St. Louis millionaire, wed today. Known as the most traveled man in St. Louis, Tassett has circled the globe on extensive journeys and kept a diary spanning nearly 40 volumes. The couple plans a world voyage honeymoon aboard a ship.
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L. Maria Gruenhagen
George L. Maraalt
St. Louis
Masegat
St. Lissa
Han
Chehalis and Raymond Scores Reported for Weekend Games
Weekend games between Chehalis and Raymond were played Saturday and Sunday with Wor scores listed. Details are sparse but indicate competitive play and final tallies across multiple games.
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Chehalis Andy
Raymond Oh
Notable Organ Recital Highlighted At Portland Convention
Swattle May 15 A feature of the annual Pactile Northwast Music Teachers Association convention at Portland June 4 6 will be an organ recital at the White Temple on Thursday June 8 by Dr Frank Wheeler Chase organist for the First Presbyterian Church of Seattle. Chase is recognized among the foremost organists of the present day. This recital will accompany other attractions including a manuscript concert by Northwest composers.
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Portland
White Temple
Rank Willae Chiao
First Presbyterian Ghureh
Seattla
Chase
Marato Lave Ora
Northwent Conparora
Commercial clubs invited to opening of State League in Centralia
May 16 Seattle and Portland commercial organizations receive invitations to attend the State League opening in Centralia on May 27 and 28. W B Patton, manager, says local directors expect delegates from commercial clubs for a lively inaugural weekend.
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W. BR. Patton
Centralia
Seattle
Tachmd
Portland
Keio Seeks Baseball Series With Centralia
A Keio University baseball team manager has requested a game with Centralia State League between June 18 and June 28. The Japanese club, touring the United States, asks a $50 gate plus half the net receipts and could draw fans from Tacoma and Portland. The letter was sent to manager Patton who will act with directors and fans in the matter.
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Chronicle
Keio University of Japan
United States
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San Francisco
Centralia State
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Salida
Goln
Rio
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Tong prospects rise for growing mining city neighbors
Tong, a growing mining city near Centralia, attracts many settlers as real estate and business interest grows. Saloon licenses are likely to be granted while pool rooms will be barred. Opera house or moving picture venues are expected but no strong signs of broad commercial activity yet.
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Tone
Centralia
Mike Tana
Valle
Goutrattn
Iowa Chu Women Meat at State Federation Convention
Sioux City hosts the Iowa Federation of Women's Groups convention with delegates from across the state. Mrs. Julian W. Richards of Waterloo presides as discussions on labor conditions and community issues continue through Friday night.
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Bensed
Sioux
Ovp
Sioux City
Iowa
Ono
Julian W. Righarda
Waterloo
Wve Intervest
Chehalis council opens bids for local improvement contracts
Chehalis city council opened bids for Local Improvement Districts 101 through 105. Warren Construction underbid bitulithic rivals on one contract by 460 dollars, while asphalt bidders want 20 000 yards minimum though the total is 22 009 yards. A secret session will award the contracts.
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Chehalia
Warren Construction Co
Asphalt
Prindle St
Appetite and conscience clash in aging man’s remark
A fragmented remark notes a man with a hearty appetite who mocks his weight as a sign of good conscience, while joking that reverence for age is wasted on exes. The line hints at humor and reflection on aging and self-perception.
Plumbing Gtange and Hopkins Offer Heating and Plumbing
Plumb ing gtange & Hopkins advertise steam and hot water heating private gas and water bitsom s with cheerful estimates. Specializes in jobbing. Phone 240 Centralia Washington.
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Gtange & Hopkins
Centralia
Sale of State Lands in Chehalis County Set for June 3
Notice states that on June 3, 1921, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., state lands and improvements will be sold at public auction in front of the county courthouse Chehalis Washington. Listings include NW 14 of section 36, township 12 north range 1 east and 1-2 of NW 1-4 of section 36, township 12 north, range 1 east, with appraised values and terms dependent on required payments and conditions.
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County of Lewin
State of Washington
Sannty
Board of State Land Commissioners
State of
Washington
Marth
Srewdar
Aix
Arate
Tani Camas Misatomora
Publig Landa
Stata
Anunty
Said
W, Ross
Taide
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