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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1912
Page
7
An animal tale from Chehalis recounts Bob the dog, beloved by County Clerk Monfort, who narrowly escaped serious harm after slipping from a second story window ledge in the courthouse. He supposedly landed on his feet and walked away without a word, preserving his famed temperament and charm.
A Toledo primary election item notes Grandpa Arrington aged two voted for Henry Clay. The fragment cites a frat man and a minor casting a vote in the era. It preserves names and the key action without embellishment.
The teachers of the Chehalis pote schools were entertained at a Fa inl last night by the ladies of the Unptlet church. A piano duet by the Misses Bates a solo by Miss Trapiill and music by the Training School band contributed to the evening's entertainment.
The first step in the construction of the Meskill and Columbia River railway was taken yesterday with a condemnation suit filed in Lewin county superior court against F W G P and Mary Leudinghaous. Incorporators include George C Elisbury and Anne C Robinson, with BF and EB A May and J Dolphin from Mes hl. The road appears to be a logging line for the Baker May Lumber Company.
W. R. Hitt of the public utilities commission inspected the Toledo water system following an appeal for reduced rates. The assessment aims to determine value and capacity before the commission makes a final ruling.
Chehalis progresses on the new passenger depot with completion anticipated by October 1. Freight and express officers will occupy the building Monday and telegraph instruments will be transferred by midweek, signaling nearing occupancy.
An explosion of gasoline in the basement clothing shop of Bert Cashoult caused a blaze at a St Helens hotel yesterday afternoon. Cashoult suffered severe burns to his hands and arms but escaped serious injury by wrapping himself in woolens and leaping burning clothes into a passageway. The hotel’s fire hose and fire department prevented further damage, though a section of the building was badly scorched.
Last night word reached Chehalis that R. Smith Jr. married Mabel Dugummon of Tacoma in a ceremony attended by relatives including Seattle mayor Cotterill. The nuptials were kept private with only close friends aware, and the couple reportedly notified the groom’s father Shaday after the event.
Rosa Ohnson and Anna Erickson, two Galetty sisters, ran away yesterday and were arrested by local police at the Palace hotel after information from their brother and uncle. Relatives followed to Centralia, secured a room, and the four of them left for home this morning.
Henry White was arraigned yesterday in Laws County Superior Court on charges connected to a cash theft. The case, tied to July 8 in Chahta, was defended by Attorney C. Ro Cusninghan as Alamigagod was mentioned in proceedings.
Jam D Haywood of Denver, leader of the Industrial Workers of the World, arrested on a capias warrant tied to the Lawrence textile strike murders. He posted $1000 bond after pleading not guilty, addressed 16000 demonstrators, and urged a general New England strike to protest arrests, with three IWW leaders charged in the Lawrence riot. Police planned Essex County court appearance as 2000 Lawrence strikers, who traveled by train, gathered in support.
E W Mulder announced that 90 tickets are already sold for the get together banquet at the Centralia hotel next Friday night. He urged every potential attendee to buy tickets early to avoid missing out.
Voters in Chehalis voiced support for Theodore Roosevelt in the constable race amid ballot confusion. At the primary many were upset not seeing his name, and some voted for him anyway. Teddy may bring a strong image of order to the town’s policing option.
Hobart L. McClallin, prominent merchant of Tenino, died at his home yesterday from peralysis. The funeral will be held in Tenino tomorrow afternoon. A festival will be given in Field and Long hall Thursday night. Members of Brotherhood of Amation Yeomen and families are invited.
Jin and Mia, J. J. Dally and Misa Sacha Walker were arrested in Seattle on a charge of defrauding Risdon Transfer Company of Chest’s $100, alleged to have occurred some time ago. They were arraigned before Peace W. A. West. The two women had their cases dismissed while Daily was bound over to the superior court under $5000 bonds.
September 14 report states Centralia police will strictly enforce a curfew for youths over 14. Children found on streets after 9 pm will be taken to police headquarters until their parents secure their release.
Gary Heady arrives from Portland to present his report to Engineer Graf. The vote by Graf is pivotal for the proposed Washington Oregon Corporation deal with Centralia. Cities expect completion of the data review and formal submission next week.
A Eagle Band concert set for Main Street Park was called off at the last minute as two musicians fell ill. A crowd gathered as streets thronged before the cancellation, and leader Friday announced the show would be rescheduled for a later date during the coming week.
September 14 reports Morton schools opening with one of the largest enrollments in school history. Four teachers hired for the year. Morton High offers strong advantages in the state in a town near Morton. In another item Clyde M Idmor and Mrs Edith Janees, both of this city, wed Sunday at the home of Mert Moga on Diamond Street with Rev H W Thompson officiating.
The Woodrow Wilson Club gathered in Mercantile hall last night with strong enthusiasm as plans for an aggressive Democratic campaign in Centalia this fall were discussed. The club reports membership near 200.
The Chehalis lodge of Woodmen of the World plans to buy land in Chehalis and build a lodge hall costing 25900 dollars. A committee including C. Gingrich George Myers J. B Buckland J. M. Fensen and J. W. Bliss was appointed to study feasibility and report.
The State Bank of Morton reports September deposits up from June by 25000 dollars. The quarterly statement shows a stronger economy with rising mill activity and payrolls. The report highlights Morton’s improving financial health and broader business expansion.
In Chehalis on September 16 a local Moose Lodge journeyed with a band to attend the opening of the Chehalis chartered lodge program. The event included initiation activities with about 150 members noted. A Tacoma doge and national Progressive party committeeman helped institute the lodge.
The piece outlines Warren Grimmyisg guiding candidates for local high school football, with plans for a season opener on September 23 at home. It notes expectations for victories against rival schools, mentions captains and guard players, and reports Allred's return from a county trip.
Fred Mason, who robbed the John West home in Chehalia Wednesday afternoon and fled with two diamond rings and a gold watch valued at 200 dollars, was arraigned before Judge Rice on burglary charges. He pled guilty and received a sentence from two to sixteen years at Walla Walla. Mason also confessed to three other Chehalty crimes, including entering Robert Warmuth’s home, stealing a gold watch and 2.75 dollars, stealing a diamond ring at the Washington hotel, and attempting to enter A C Nimerick’s home.
A motorcycle endurance run from Aberdeen to Centralia and back drew 24 riders. Everett Laddell won the 130 mile race in 3 hours 44 minutes, despite Aubrey Archer finishing second after a fuel shortage. Prateh, rider No 3, was fined as he strayed off course and sped through the city.
Two trains of railway page sanger agents passed through Centralia as a night wearing them home from the passenger agents convention held in Seattle last week. The trains were solid Pulhaan affairs.
The funeral for Teeney Tarkow of Lincoln Creek was held, conducted by Edward Sewell. Tarkow, 80, died after an illness. relatives from Northport and Bo Van Dyke attended, with visits from Mr and Mrs A. Chak, Mr and Mrs Frank Ahirk, and others.
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