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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1911
Page
7
Hundreds of passengers aboard the vessel Und er Santa Clara faced death after striking rocks at the Golden Gate entrance in dense fog. The ship sank deep, wireless tugs were summoned, panic broke out but was quelled by officers. the vessel docked safely in San Francisco despite heavy damage while traveling from Burkes.
Beulah Binford and Paul Beattie detained in Richmond jail as witnesses in Henry Beattie trial. Beulah released by Judge Watson order while awaiting a New York vaudeville offer. Beattie plans to leave for New York this afternoon. Courtroom kept women out as judge instructed jurors on inconsistent evidence standards. Beulah Binford hurried home. Eunila Linford left for Washington with booking agents.
Rome dispatch says due to Pope Pius Xs frail health and age, Cardinal Rampolla de Tindaro is the favored choice for the next pope. If Rampolla cannot serve, Venetian Cardinal de Lei, aged fifty eight, appears next in line with strong influence. Merry del Val remains influential but unlikely to lead.
The trial of prominent figures in AQRutle City begins at Trem Center as the court hears charges including conspiracy to bribe and assaults in a bid to influence voters. Defendants deny wrongdoing while prosecutors outline alleged acts tied to voting manipulation and related violence.
Chehalis city council on a Tuesday night adopted a resolution delaying granting a 50 year water franchise to a single corporation until citizens can study a city owned gravity water system. The move reassures proponents of municipal water and reshapes debate over a commission form of government.
Three sticks of dynamite were discovered concealed in the frame of a floating crane at the Charleston Navy yard near workers. Naval officials say there is no known motive for the attempted outrage, and the incident endangered hundreds of lives.
A family laundry was stolen from the clothesline at Alden Jones's home last night. No suspects have been found to aid in arresting the thieves.
The cardinal is described as the Patriarch of Venice and a member of the College of Cardinals.
Centralia plans a Carnival Week September 11 to 16 with nightly shows around the city park and streets. The Queen of the Carnival election will be held in the coming days. The Eagle Band will play each evening in the park as the square glitters with lights. Visitors to the Southwest Washington Fair contest are assured of good amusements each evening.
A meeting in Aberdeen discussed Henry J. Pierce of Spokane proposing formation of a company to take over mills timber and related interests on Grays Harbor and Willapa Harbor. The plan envisions a further investment of 30 to 50 million dollars to secure timber and operate tidewater mills in Western Washington and Oregon for at least 20 years.
Washington reports the secretary of the interior aims to remove Father Duncan from his stronghold on Methikahta Island in Alaska. A committee of islanders, backed by local officials, resists and seeks talks with government agents to chart a settlement.
Ute Centralia State League pennant members Baba Hollis and Howard Guyn entered the Tacoma game yesterday afternoon. Hollis played shortstop while Guyn made six putouts as Seattle held the Tigers to two scratch singles. Hollis was walked twice.
McRay Belval, longtime member of the College of Cardinals, assumes the role of Papal Secretary of State, replacing prior administration. His appointment centers the Vatican’s diplomatic strategy as relations with global powers continue to evolve. Belval brings extensive curial experience and high-level contacts across Europe and the Americas.
William Burgess, a Yorkshire native now French, completed the Bay Heh Channel crossing from South Foreland to Le Catete in 22 hours and 44 minutes after 16 attempts. He swam about 20 miles amid tides and fog, aided by a motorboat, with sickness twice during the crossing.
Mrs. Martha J. Loomis, 71, a longtime Words Prairie resident who moved from Michigan fourteen years ago, died at her home in Centralia. Survived by three sons Hermann and Henry of this city and Herbert of Long, Michigan, and daughter Mrs. Libble Malines of Gil t, Michigan. Remains sent to Sticklity parlors for viewing until funeral Saturday at 2 PM at the Baptist church officiated by Rev. Flanigan. interment at Mountain View cemetery. Michigan relatives notified.
A severe gale battered Chicago Harbor at midnight wrecking Fifteen yachts from the Chicago and Columbia Yacht clubs and sinking several river craft. Watercraft damage is placed around a half million dollars as crews report many narrow escapes and lifeboat crews saving lives.
The blacksmith and wagon shop at 20 North Tower Avenue changes hands to Mosars, Ball, and Yarwood from Seattle and Tasonta, forming a new company with experienced craftsmen. They plan to produce Wardernein and manufactured wagons, relocate inside the building, and begin operation under the new firm.
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