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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1911
Page
6
John C. Lim, accused of driving away a buggy owned by 8. F. Byers of Napavine, was arrested in Napavine and taken to Chehalis. In Justice Beaufort's court the defendant paid $11.75 in costs before being released to pursue the settlement.
Several logging camp workers were injured this week in Woods area incidents. Walter Corwin suffered a dislocated knee and broken ribs after being struck by a falling log. Pete Markayiteh broke a leg in Ialdim. Aly Reitaman lost a portion of a hand at Castle Hook storey while cutting a tree. Olottensen was permanently injured after yanking a foot during ax work.
A Pell High School baseball team manager letter dated May 25 1921 claims Boem High School has not lost this season and challenges Chehalis High School for a neutral ground game to decide the Southwestern Washington championship with gate receipts shared after expenses.
The Moose lodge initiated a class of over 60 new members at Bugle Hall last night in a lengthy ceremony that extended past midnight. The event featured lectures, dances, and plans for a May 11 theater performance, with future gym and club improvements anticipated.
The Centralia High School class of graduates includes Elizabeth Barber Marion Christian Camp Lile Alice Carruthers Clarence Conrad Chambers Verna Clare Dennis Lloyd Butler Dysart Walter Theodore Johnson Lucile Kelling Nellie Marjorie Markham Naomi Edna Platt Charter Starbuck dtabla Marion Franklin Samples Bernice Irene Spurgeon Louise Standke Grace Gertrude Towner Abios William Rhodes Francis Dewitt Yeager. The record mislisted Marlom Camp. she ranked fourth with a four year average of 94.6.
Donahue of Centralia secures patent rights for an undercutter device for lumbering. The tool allows cutting in any direction with minimal force, reducing strain on the severed part and boosting efficiency in camps. Demand spreads rapidly to Minnesota and Wisconsin as camps receive units.
The funeral for Harold H. Roe, who died Wednesday, was held this afternoon from his residence at 617 Locust Street. Friends attended as Rev. Robert Reid conducted services under the United Workmen lodge. Roe was deeply esteemed and the news of his death was received with regret.
Mr and Mrs Gaylard were surprised by a social gathering Wednesday evening at their home celebrating Mr Gaylards birthday. A crowd arrived from neighbors while Mr and Mrs Wu were out, with gifts including a marble piece. Several couples attended, playing cards and sharing refreshments. George Martin and Mrs Hagley won the final prizes, with consolation prizes to Mrs Lease and Mr James.
Sixteen dollars were paid in hunting rewards from the office of Auditor Swot ford in Ghenvlis yesterday. N. Managno of Alpha received $8 for a stray royeote and a wild gat killed in the woods near that place. Nolaan Madden of Oliver Crook received $1 for the skin of one cat. DG Nelson at Po RM was paid as one time for a event.
Pierre Vedrin won the Paris to Madrid Petite Parisienne prize of 20000 dollars completing 741 miles in 10 hours 19 minutes. Gibert and Garros faced crashes and delays on the 266 mile third stage across high alpine ranges with Garros abandoning the contest.
The city warns dog owners to renew licenses before June 1 or risk losing their dogs. Dog Catcher Jack Donnelly expects more work after the deadline as stray dogs are cleared from the streets. Some pets are claimed or adopted by license holders, while others are humanely put to sleep if unclaimed.
Knights of Pythias held a meeting in their hall to honor Ben Salick for his grand lodge attendance in Seattle where he was elected grand outer guard. F. W. Thomas received a commemorative ring for years of service. The session ended with a banquet.
A fragile news item previews a coming circus as warm weather returns. The Sella Flora virens agency promises affordable prices and a dramatic lineup including clowns and exotic acts.
The circus touts its first time act sliding head down a wire from the dome and many other feats. The Sells-Floto company asserts it has kept faith with the public and presents a bigger, more magnificently capatisoned show this year.
Antony Spaddacion and Joe Naddi seek a restraining order in county court to prevent a man named Ferrinca from leaving Centralia before settling an $80 debt. The dispute centers on commissions for obtaining boarders who allegedly failed to pay for eight men.
The Chealig High School graduation program includes exhibitions and a musical opera. An address by Bishop Keeter of Tacoma will bookend the evening events. Members of the graduating class include Sidber Read, Charles Teown, Annabelly Caltlsan, Mabel Dodipsey, Laren oud, Mattie Green, Viola Green, Pearl Henry, day Hongland, Mintle Kathus, Jadys Lowry, Flaming Towers, Lethar SMichotn, Den Maynold.
Deputy Sheriff Tom Foster survived a hand to hand encounter with two armed Italians on Chehalis avenue as a crowd restrained the rioters. Foster wrestled a double barreled shotgun from one man and then disarmed the second as bystanders aided him. Three Italians are jailed and one in critical condition in Chehalis hospital, underscoring the severity of the incident.
A damage suit for 50000 filed in county court names Thomas Lynch of Centralia as plaintiff and Northern Pacific Railroad Company as defendant. Lynch, an engineer, was injured at Blakesley Spur between Gate and Centralia in December 1885 when his passenger train collided with a freight. He seeks a clear line on right of way for the train after the freight crossed it. Injuries included broken legs, a fractured skull, internal injuries and shock. he uses crutches. Attorney Maurice Langhorne leads for the plaintiff.
Arthur Peck a young man well known in the vicinity died in the city last night. The remains are at Sticklin Undertaking and will be shipped to Independence for funeral services tomorrow in the Swedish church.
Fire department rushed to the Oeehlental hotel on May 27 after a blaze started from a stove flue and spread to the roof. Fire officials from nearby Orvidentale street across the depot coordinated efforts to prevent serious damage and injuries.
A garbled police court log from yesterday morning cites a minor incident with a suspect fined four dollars by judge Tashon Loss. It also mentions a juvenile drink case resolved with a ten dollar fine. The fragment hints at broader city disorder but provides few clear details or names.
A Bedford Literary Institute copy of Vos'a Hook of Mattyra sold at public auction in London on May 1. The valuable relic is tied to Jatin Wouyan's prison years, drawing collectors and dealers with its believed provenance.
An examination will be held in Chehalis on June 17 to select eligible candidates for potential vacancies in the Chehalis postoffice clerk and carrier force. The aim is to secure enough eligibles to staff the office for at least a year. Applicants aged 18 to 45 must be in good health and physically perfect. Jessie R. Imus, secretary of the civil service examiners board, will conduct the exam.
A Lewis County precinct appears to elect one Democrat as the sole candidate. The lone Democrat, J P Winthrow of Raabe, visited Chebalis for wastress work and claims to be the only Democrat in the precinct with his wife planning to vote Republican.
Local listing shows Star Paint Shop advertising varnish at ten per gallon and other painting supplies priced for the town. location cited as 424d N. Towne Avenue. Purchases include per gal varnish and paint items with noted prices.
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