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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1911
Page
2
An analysis discusses the old commission form of government and recalls that recall elections were not widespread under that system. The piece cites Mungey's Magazine August issue and notes most governments did not employ recall despite many claims.
Reports from September 6 1911 indicate rising farmer interest in preparing agricultural exhibits for the Southwest Washington Fair. The exhibits are viewed as educational and potentially boosting land prices and migration to the region. Chehalis faces opposition to commission government tied to Washington Oregon Corporation influence and fear over franchise votes. The decision on reform will also decide if the city yields to a long standing corporate grip.
An issue of the Chronicles compares the per capita costs of city government in Chehalis and Centralia. It notes Centralia’s costs are higher but argues this could reflect better service, suggesting no clear verdict on which city offers the superior government.
Two cities consider a joint municipal water system with a proposed agreement and opposed options. The Chronicle discusses which plan offers better value and public benefit, noting ongoing discussion and the need for further hearings and analysis.
The article surveys cities debating adoption of the new government form, noting most have not abandoned it once adopted. It outlines authorities moving away from old city governance styles while few show attempts to revert.
The Chehalis Nugget questions why expense of elections over public utilities franchises is cited as the main worry. It argues no franchises are pending and asks what new franchise would require a vote under a commission form of government. The piece suggests the Nugget fears a water franchise election, noting that costs are often covered by those seeking a franchise, not by the city.
The Chehalis Daily Nugget weighs the city council budget talk and a potential commission form of government. It argues the commission could annul appropriations and leave no funds for next year, while quipping about the novelty of a year with no city taxes.
A state education bulletin commends consolidation to centralize pupils for a stronger graded school, while noting a new idea of supervision while remaining in rural buildings. Forest district No. 205 in Lewis County comprises districts 6 16 30 48 99 and 106 in the Newankum valley near Chehalis with rural farm life and expressed hopes for enhanced education.
Seventeen year old Julia Webb moved Governor West to spare Jess P Webb from execution for the murder of William A Johnson in Portland. The governor cited the daughter's plea and Webb's calm anticipation of death, plus entanglements with Mrs Carrie Kersh. Webb’s case, tied to a complex plan for $1900, involved trunk concealment and a 1910 Portland killing.
A county district centers six schools into one graded system with Forest as hub, employing eight teachers and serving about 200 pupils. Consolidation increased supervision, extended terms, repaired buildings, new equipment, free textbooks, and modern heating and ventilating systems under a dedicated superintendent.
Beulah Binford, the alleged key figure in the Virginia murder case, will appear in a specially prepared scenario to portray the heroine in a moving picture drama. The central idea is to give nationwide audiences a sequence of scenes showing the girl who played a prominent role in Virginia's most sensational murder trial.
In a season filled with standout players local club stars headline an All State League team selection. First baseman captain Bouttingar leads a powerful lineup with Saylor Chehalis a close second at second base. Hollis Chehalis shines at shortstop and Chehalis’s Teutherry stands out at third. Notable outfielders include Muiray Chehalis Guy Miller, with Wodhe lauded behind the plate for his game management and bat. Berger Cillahan Sweats and Waker from rmouts pace the top three pitchers.
Confederate veterans of Missouri mark the 60th anniversary of the Lexington battle with ceremonies on the field. The event starts today and runs through Wednesday, with a parade and exercises centering on the terflofield and local commemorations.
Preparations for the Southwest Washington Fair at the Fair Grounds next Monday are nearly complete. Unusual livestock and product exhibits arrive from every county in the district. Entries include strong race horses and a baseball opening game between the state league champions and players from other clubs. The fall carnival, nightly shows, and a Saturday fireworks display at the fairgrounds promise a premier event for Southwest Washington with extensive entertainment for visitors.
The Centralia team defeated Chehalis four to zero in a sensational game noted for late delivery by the Chronicle staff. The paper boasted faster production from ball grounds to composing room and claimed priority on flood disaster coverage in Southwest Washington.
A garbled OCR item mentions teams and players but key names and details are unreadable. The fragment references a game or event with a tie and possible venues, leaving the main outcome and participants uncertain.
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