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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1911
Page
2
A disputed analysis questions projected Centralia population growth and salary impacts from a proposed commission. It argues the last census misleads the figure 92,387 residents and 3200 salary cap claims, urging delay until official census data confirms city size before any pay raises or plan adoption.
A historical critique argues public publicity franchises should require voter approval by those affected to curb corruption. It warns that concentrated power to grant utilities tempts officials and can draw unscrupulous candidates into aldermanic races, noting reforms under commission government aim to keep franchise decisions with the majority.
A Centralia Daily Chronicle correction flags errors in a News-Exam piece about the proposed mayor and two commissioners form of government. It notes overstated salary figures and asserts the correction of the misstatements to provide accurate figures for the municipal leadership salaries.
The article notes China moving toward a republic modeled on the United States as part of a world trend. It cites rebel officers trained in the US or Europe and highlights echoes in Europe with multiple republics. It argues for more direct legislation and popular control over leaders through direct election of senators and presidential nominees, initiative and referendum.
A man who gave the name Ray Anderson was arrested by Night Marshal Thomas Blake on the charge of carrying concealed weapon. He was cited before Justice Wy AL Wastayer and fined 60 dollars plus costs, paying the amount in installments with a word to secure the balance within weeks.
The long pending case against the Hock Ing Vanley Railroad Company reached a hearing in the Ohio Supreme Court today after repeated postponements.
Philadelphia defeats New York 3 to 2 after 11 innings in the world championship game. Baker drives a tying homer in the ninth, Herzog doubles, Becker plugs the winning run as Philadelphia rallies from Mathewson's dominance.
In Hankow on October 17, German marines opened fire to stop looting as rebels had seized the city. Fierce street fighting continued while the government paused traffic between Pekin and Tien Tsin to mobilize troops. Panic and wild rumors plagued residents as twenty four train loads of troops arrived.
United Press dispatch from Chicago reports Progressive Republicans at the 28-state convention have chosen to back Senator La Follette for the Republican presidential nomination. A principles declaration was adopted urging greater popular control of government without endorsing specific reforms.
United Press dispatch from London reports a royal commission open to rail workers' grievances while about a dozen army officers may be deployed to London for potential general strike unrest. Authorities foresee a long period of industrial trouble and plan to better position troops at strategic points to respond quickly if needed.
A car traveling at high speed crashed near Skookumeluck Bridge on Main Street. The vehicle plowed into trees after crossing the bridge. Maldenbury was injured. details on his condition were unclear. The traveling salesman from Portland and another passenger were not reported harmed.
The Chehalis city council rejected all bids for coal to heat city buildings this winter after bids opened showed a cent per ton difference. New bids will be called later.
Mrs A McGill of Jonesboro Arkansas reports a complete health breakdown improved by Cardus or Cardul. She says headaches backaches and crying spells vanished after using the tonic and recommends it to other women. Letters from other Indies women corroborate the medicine’s value for diseases peculiar to women.
A local discussion centers on a December bond election to fund water works. City leaders urge timely voter registration, note that city financing could secure better bond terms, and reference Port Townsend’s experience. Officials announced a commission plan and an upcoming city registration drive.
Karl Freeman son of well known citizens of this city returned to Gott tralia Saturday afternoon after a five year absence in South America. Kroaman has been engaged in one Hincering aid miting in Pern and Nan mot with wWiusual lugcage. He left about a month ago, coming by way of Ban franciaco.
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