Economy in City Government Debate over Commission Plan
The piece argues that the News-Examiner misstates costs under commission government, noting many cities use the system and expense comparisons are incomplete. It urges accounting for all city debt and taxation funds, acknowledging some spending was prudent while criticizing broad claims of inefficiency.
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News-Examiner
United States
News- Examiner
Commission Plan
Commission
Isaminer
Etna
Centralia
Mayor's Debt Tale Faces Scrutiny in City Budget
The New Examiner questions city finances over three years, noting 104000 in accumulated indebtedness and 80000 of drud funds. It argues the administration spent much of the debt while lacking full accounting for the city’s rising costs and ignored larger monetary movements.
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Alanda
Tragic Powder Plant Disaster Fails to Yield Clear Cause
An account of the Imperial Powder Company blast at Chehalls laments the unexplainable catastrophe. The article notes blame is uncertain, seeks no easy conclusions, and promises further insight only with time. It emphasizes shared responsibility and the heavy burden of guilt on those involved while acknowledging lack of definitive facts.
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Imperial Powder Company
Chehalls
Jomye
Initiative and referendum law under U S Supreme Court review
The article discusses challenges to Oregon's initiative and referendum act before the U S Supreme Court. It argues a ruling against the law would spur a broader movement toward direct legislation. supporters claim the constitution is a man made tool to be reshaped by the people.
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Oregon
United States
Supreme Tribunal of the Land
Chote
Amo
War and peace idealism questioned by Tripoli events
The piece argues that universal peace rhetoric and The Hague principles have collapsed. It cites Italian actions in Tripoli, the lack of protests from Christian nations, and a swing of public opinion against Italy, claiming modern warfare remains savage regardless of Christian or Muslim identities.
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Hague
Italy
Tripoli
Taft Policies Prompt Controversy and Reassessment
The article quotes Taft lamenting advice from a candid friend during a difficult trip. It argues Taft is likely to be viewed as poorly advised, focusing on the danger of flattery and the value of honest counsel. It notes many explanations of Taft’s error, yet six words from the president reveal more than critics.
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Tishvar
Taft
Enlaf
Visteonta
Wilb
Peis Islen
Avres
Rei Spages
Magagi
Lyceum Course for Chehald Dogialisto
The Socialists of Chellis accept a five lecture lyceum course directed by national headquarters. The first Hubbard Wood will present in January, followed every two weeks by A. R. Richardson George Brewer Anna A. Maley and George Gobel.
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Chellis
Socialist Lyceum
National Sociallat
Hugene Wood
A. R. Richardson
George Brewer
Anna A. Maley
George Gobel
Harvard Leader Dr Hilot Plans World Peace Tour
Dr Charles Hilot president emeritus of Harvard and his wife began a world tour in the interest of international peace today. He called for Paris and will proceed to the Far East to begin his work.
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United Press
New York
Charles Hilot
Harvard
Paria
Far East
Fruit Growers of Cowlitz Prepare to Organize
Novice Cecil D. Stevens leads a move to unite at least four score fruit growers from all parts of Cowlitz County for a Kelso meeting tomorrow. State Senator W. H. Paulhamus of Puyallup will attend, promoting plans for a grading packing and shipping association modeled after the successful Puyallup group.
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Cowlitz County
Kelso
Cecil D. Stevens
Stephens
W. H. Paulhamus
Puyallup
Paulhamus
Puyallup Association
Assault case postponement in Stevens assault incident
The State versus Denny Roberts, due in Justice of the Peace Hoss court, was postponed to next Thursday after Roberts surrendered following an alleged assault on Ray Stevens at the Stevens home on Faris pratele yesterday morning.
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Denny Roberts
Court of Justice of the Peace
Hoss
Roberts
Ray H.stevens
Stevens
Faris
Pratele
Dudge Hoss
Voter turnout marks Chehalis mayor and commission race
In Chehalis yesterday the primary chose two mayoral hopefuls and two commissioner candidates for the November election. Dr. Coleman led with 396 votes for mayor, while W C Green and Harry Gabel trailed. Commissioners named include William Beinswig, Degeeller, Judd, and Giblin among others. Total registration was 1066 with 927 women. votes cast reached 697 amid light turnout due to weather.
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Regilar
Umea
Corye Nailer
Fa Ethes Tale
C T Coleman
W Leen
Colenan
Nanilidalas
Dr. Coleman
W.C. Green
Harry Gabel
William Beinswig
Wad Degeeller
Fire damages home of Mrs. Richard Kress in Hoquiam
Fire destroyed two rooms and most contents of the home at 415 South Cedar Street while Mrs. Kress was away in Hoquiam. Paul and Claude Kross were downtown. the blaze started unexpectedly and the roof suffered extensive damage. Loss value not yet estimated.
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Richard Kress
South
Cedar Street
Hone Wat Tha Tie
Kress
Hoquiam
Paul
Claude Kross
Esther Farlow and Anna Douglas Win Pangs at Centralia event
Esther Farlow and Anna Douglas won pangs in Centralia contests as Gladys Jones and Grace Harris finished second in their districts. Lola Carly and Leona Wright earned third places by judges. Contests 18 a big success.
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Esther. Farlow
Anna Douglas
Win Pangs
Centralia Chronile
Gladys Jones
Grace Harris
Lola Carly
Leona Wright
Awaheded
Mendota Girl Wins in Centralia Chronicle Voting Contest
The Centralia Daily and Weekly Chronicle ran a nine week Popular Voting Contest with winners in first and second and third places. Mendota girl Annie Douglas led in District 2, while Grace Harris and Leona Wright claimed other top spots. Votes came from numerous contestants, with firms and friends canvassing to boost favorites as end results crowned grand prize winners and district winners amid much local excitement.
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Chronicle
Centralia
Weekly
Rhi Nellong
D. Cunningham
H. Jahnke
Dispatches From Washington State Department Briefing
United Press report from Washington D C notes dispatches to the state department dated November 6. The item outlines awaiting updates on diplomatic moves and policy signals from the capital.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
State Department
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