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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1911
Page
7
A man naming George H. Wilson was arrested in Pe Ell yesterday for soliciting orders for a Portland liquor house. He fled to Justice Perry Watson's office, faced Mayor McKnight, then pleaded guilty to violating Pe Ell liquor laws and paid a substantial fine.
A diphtheria quarantine has been established in Pe El by Dr J T Coleman county health officer. Agnes Giluba died of the disease and her sister is confined. Children had attended school and others visited the Gluba home. officials moved quickly and believe no new cases will develop.
Town of Rueston called for construction of a small tunnel as part of the franchise with Northern Pacific. The tunnel marks the start of the Tenino Point Defiance Tacoma branch. Disagreement delayed grading and track work, with intrabroad officials predicting work may begin early next year.
A fragmentary report notes officials discussing a water shortage and shore operations. The inquiry mentions interim measures, potential leashing of supplies, and agency actions while the city seeks a lasting fix.
Warren Grin a Centralia born standout and sensational end on the University of Washington football team has been relegated to a set of subs. The move follows indifferent work and factional issues causing regret among fans statewide and among his many friends.
Reports from Shanghai dated November 27 describe Nanking in ruins after shellfire from two sides and rebel warships. Rebels encroach on the city outskirts while the imperial viceroy and Tartar general flee to a Japanese ship. Heavy fighting at Tiger Hill leaves about 2600 dead.
Sacramento California November 27 The opening of the special session marks the final push to remove progressive obstruction and enact a presidential preference primary law for a popular May vote. The measure likely gains administration support as the governor favors it.
Oaxaca Governor Juareg issued an ultimatum to President Madero instructing a 48 hour withdrawal of central government interference and warning that the state would secede if demands are not met. Madero offered no comment on the crisis from Mexico City.
A sudden death of a local merchant shocks the town as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the unexpected passing at the shop. Officials have not released further details.
In two weeks Washington Oregon Corporation has run ads opposing municipal water systems in Centralia and Chehalis. A joint Centralia Chehalis water committee defends the plan, citing pure water at a fair price. Letters from local officials cite system costs and bonds, arguing for municipal water against corporate fears. The dispute echoes earlier reports from Walla Walla and Baker City about municipal water efforts.
London, Nov. 27. Sir Edward Grey told the House of Commons that French British and German relations remain delicate. His speech was sensational charging Germany with bad faith throughout the Moroccan negotiations. He warned that without Britain as a party in a new settlement the old treaty would be abrogated and the dispute reopened.
In Superior Court Judge Rice heard the county suit against officials who drew excess salaries after Lewis County was raised to seventh class by the last board. Sheriff Urquhart attorney Langhorne demurred. ruling taken under advisement. Plaintiffs target Prosecuting Attorney J. R. Buxton County Clerk Montfort exCounty Superintendent W. D. Bay and Sheriff Urquhart.
Crvivaetor Brady projects completion of the Kelso passenger depot by December. Heating and repairs have progressed on the site amid recent delays, with officials hopeful for a functional facility soon.
The article notes candidates for Little Falla council seats and treasurer with nominations by Lov Pallowitg and McMurphy. Unanimous council nominations include Charles Parsons Hang Hanson and Frank Roots for treasurer, with W R Dilley not renominated. A historic cash question from 1862 is briefly mentioned.
Chehalis expects several changes with the commission form. City Clerk Prewitt’s office to be abolished, a stenographer hired for clerical duties, and the mayor to serve as police judge. Extra day policeman may be let go. City Attorney Studebaker and Street Commissioner Steadham remain. Edward Ties seller becomes commissioner of finance.
Three tickets prepare for the December 5 election in Winlock. The Citizens ticket lists T. J. Eliot for mayor C. A. Cook and C. E. Leonard for councilmen and W. Toy for treasurer. The Socialist ticket names Charles L. Smith for mayor Martin Viste William Jo best and Thomas Coombs for councilmen and J. M. Brown for treasurer. The People's ticket will be nominated at a mass meeting to be held in Winlock Tuesday night.
The preliminary hearing of G. W. Kessing, a Pe EU barber, occurred in Justice Westover's court after his arrest on bootlegging charges. He was bound over to the Superior Court under 3400 bonds as Constable Bennet testified Kessing helped procure beer for two others, who arranged Bennet’s nonenforcement fears.
In Philadelphia the Navy defeated Army 3–0 in a tightly fought battle. Key performances came from Navy fullback Down and quarterback Dalton while both teams remained undefeated prior to the game. The Annapolis squad seized control in a fierce contest marked by stout defense and decisive plays.
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