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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1911
Page
8
Centralia high school meets Puyallup in the first December debate on whether conservation of natural resources should be state or government controlled. Debates are set for December 1 in Centralia, with Puyallup arguing the affirmative and Centria the negative.
Abner, owner of Twin City Wardworking Co, announces the factory will be rebuilt soon after the disastrous Chehalis blaze Saturday night. Insurance covers most of the $25,000 loss, and Palwer’s case weighs heavy in recovery efforts.
United States Judge Rose ruled the so called bath tub trust illegal in a decision released in Baltimore Maryland today. The ruling addresses alleged restraint of trade and improper market manipulation by the trust. The case outlines legal grounds and potential implications for similar enterprises.
Mari anna Haber arrived from St Berne Switzerland to marry Ulrich Stendler in Chellis Saturday. The ceremony was held Monday at Justice Beau feet home after a gun at the scene. Stealer, a farmer near Adua, had come years ago to prepare for the match and his efforts were crowned by the bridegroom’s pleased smile as the nuptial blessing was pronounced.
The state versus Joe Robby was tried yesterday in Justice Westover's court at Chehalis. Robby admitted beating a horse to death, but witnesses Coleman Atkins testified strongly against him. Robby paid a $10 fine and costs and works on Chadao Rico's ranch near Chehalis.
Mrs James J Jeffries wife of Pugilic cared for him in Alaska during his expedition. The brief notice notes her role and presence with the explorer in the remote territory.
Kelso honored the president with a grand visit yesterday. Firemen hosted a tournament scene crowded with locals and dignitaries. John L. Harris of the commercial club introduced the chief executive, marking the first presidential stop in Kelso and only the second in Cowlitz County.
President Taft continues a strenuous forty six day tour invading California for four days. He is joined by Governor Johnson and staff at a state mine as doctors treat his throat after heavy strain from long days in Washington and Oregon. Officials expect him to reach San Francisco tonight.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a possible war continuation with Turkey and Constantinople. Mentions surrender and parliamentary meetings in the context of a broader conflict and a Young Turk faction. The readable text is disjointed and lacks clear dates or participants.
Mayer Mott and a committee of citizens welcomed President Tart on arrival in Oakland. He presided at the corner stone laying for the new city hall, with decorations and a short address near the corner of Fourteenth and Washington avenues.
Lewis County Coroner's jury, in Adna, Wash, finds L E Young implicated in the death of Mrs C B Santhuff, after witnesses said he left the burned hotel as flames grew, and testimony noted prior marriage proposals and letters seeking money from women through matrimonial agencies. The finding accompanies murder charge proceedings in Lewis County Superior Court.
In Portland Oregon a suspect plot unsettles authorities as an unauthorized entrant gained private Armory access and a weapon was found nearby. The weapon did not appear police issued and detectives seek its origin. The crowd neared the President and the weapon's position suggested offensive intent.
Los Angeles October 18. Prosecution argues for inquiry into the conduct of jurors and the voir dire process in the McNamara case. Defense attorney Darrow contends jurors must be unbiased and free from any predisposition, as the trial stalls amid objections and questions about potential prejudice.
San Francisco officials corrected a miscount claim noting a thousand votes were miscounted. By 6 p.m. the updated count showed 124,000 votes for suffrage and a similar figure against, as officials prepared to recount outcomes amid ongoing debate over the amendment.
A United Press Leased Wire report notes that Elegtaig Trust and its affiliates faced a U S court action with responses withdrawn as they contend no legal combination exists. The case involves the General Eleotte and a related subsidiary tied to Mortrioal supply computations amid the dissolution order.
The West Virginia Federation at Women's Clubs began its eighth annual session with a three day program. Prominent women from nearby areas will present papers and addresses during the meeting.
In Milwaukee territory, George Gordon district attorney testified Edmonds paid 18160 to newspapers to cover extraneous costs. The Stephenson inquiry examined the alleged misuse of funds as part of ongoing investigations.
President Taft arrived in Sacramento at 11 oclock and delivered his arbitration speech before 8,000 people in the capitol. Governor Johnson introduced him as he received a telegram from the Mexican government requesting troop transportation across Mexican territory between Juarez and Nogales, which he granted.
United Press wire reports confirm California's passage of the suffrage amendment No. 4. Early tallies show 119,086 for and 117,408 against with a 1,078 vote lead, as results from 2,717 precincts of 8,124 remaining. Analysts expect the margin to grow as remaining counties lean pro suffrage.
In Quebec on October 13 the Duke of Connaught arrived aboard the Empress of Ireland amid cannon fire and cheering crowds. He was immediately greeted in the presence of the Conservative cabinet as Canada’s first governor general of royal blood.
City Clerk Tweed reports brisk registration for the Tenine primary with 71 new voters on a recent four day period. Of those, 16 are men and five are women, while overall turnout suggests strong female participation in the movement for suffrage.
The railroad magnate is slated as principal speaker at the annual meeting of the Minois Bankers Association. Presidents of several railroads attend the convention and are expected to deliver addresses. Proposed legislation affecting bankers and railroads will be discussed.
Details of the tobacco trust restructuring under court orders were learned today. The original corporation will be resolved into three companies named the P Lorillard Company, Liggett and Myers, and the American Tobacco Company. Bonds of the old company will be exchanged for bonds in the new concern.
A year long international hen contest is organized under Connecticut Agricultural College supervision starting November 1. Four hens per team, each team housed separately, with 100 small frame homes built for contestants. Entries come from the United States Canada Mexico Cuba South America Europe and Japan.
A large turnout of Odd Fellows from Southwest Washington lodges is anticipated for the district meeting on October 28 in this city. Local delegates have visited surrounding towns, and as a result, hundreds of visitors are expected on October 28.
Charles Cameron the Centralia hotel bus driver pled guilty to profanity in the county police court before Judge Hoss. He was assessed a minimum fine of 4 dollars and costs after being arrested on a complaint by Mrs W Wingalls the new matron at the depot.
Ole Vagues Emi Morsugen and Ed A Webb, three known residents of Nucoda, were drawn as jurors in the trial of George He Wilson for the murder of Archie Cublée and his wife at Ramier. The proceedings occurred in Olympia before a superior court with many officers present. Refrishments were served as the jury deliberated, amid chaotic and corrupted text.
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