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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1911
Page
2
The Northern Pacific and other railroad leaders signal early work on riverfront corridors. City officials expect a stable foundation for permanent building sites and a surge in construction, ending years of unsettled growth and inviting a new era for Centralia.
A state law prohibits public officials from entering contracts for public use materials, ship goods or labor with entities where they have a pecuniary interest direct or indirect. The text argues the law is reasonable to prevent self interest, noting officials may act for public welfare. it stresses contracts should be awarded on competitive basis to avoid improper influence and ensure value.
Fragmented account shows Tacoma delegates arriving for Tacoma Day at the Southwest Washington Fair. The piece satirizes the secretary's optimistic ticket counts and mocks political hype, noting three delegates reached Centralia and questioning the value of “practical politics” in Chehalis and surrounding towns.
The Nugget pleads guilty to having seen radl mousy illegally from the Chehalis library board, yet disputes the Chronicle's figure. The Nugget editor accuses The Chronicle of misquoting, while The Chronicle denies those claims and notes a local fine for name calling.
The Chehalis Nugget editorial questions who authored the “Who is we” phrase in a Saturday issue. It notes uncertainty over library printing work division and suspects other library expenses may follow the same pattern. The Chronicle admires the Nugget’s innocent tone while probing whether the writer belongs to the Chehalis Library Board or edits the Nugget.
The article notes a ten year influx of rural residents to urban areas, with city populations swelling while farms struggle. It argues many moved to cities seeking Easy Street, but current conditions show weak business, layoffs, and reduced work hours. Farmers still fare better with good crops and favorable prices, suggesting those who left for cities may have left Easy Street behind.
Allen James, a Rochester resident, endures a streak of hard luck after recent misfortunes. Injuries sustained from an encounter with Frank Tripp left him hospitalized. Tripp is held at Olympia jail as police prepare further proceedings. Pending court action is expected on October ug.
Ward advances toward Buffalo in a terse report with scattered names and garbled OCR phrases. The fragment mentions Oswiec, Avi Ward, and Pa fPadoik amid hints of a future rental or Mounts event, but readable details are limited.
Delegates from the country and Canada attend the International Association of Fire Chiefs convention opening in Milwaukee Wisconsin. A major exhibit features electric heating apparatus while visitors see how a fire department operates under a socialist regime. After the meeting delegates sail to Chicago for the International municipal congress and exposition.
The Oregon-Washington Railway & Navigation Company opens a new Aberdeen to Hoquiam route with a Saturday event. A regional celebration attracts delegations from Seattle Tacoma Portland and other Northwest cities. Special low fare excursions run along the line with a one day trip and stopover options.
Sir Wilfrid Laurier incited a massive crowd in Ottawa as he argued that publicity had driven away the annexation body and that a large majority of Canadian voters are prepared to vote in favor next Thursday on ratification of the reciprocity agreement. The United Press report notes the high turnout and vigorous response in the Dominion capital.
President Taft speaks to a large Detroit audience at the state fair about the anti trust rulings. He hails the Supreme Court for its decisions and argues the term reasonable will lead to automatic disintegration of trusts. He urges patience, defends the statute, and foresees widespread voluntary breakup of combinations.
A chaotic account describes John Tornow visiting a camp of cruisers in Kiby Teusaia. The report mentions Tornow claiming thoughts of death and threats, with witnesses noting his alarming behavior and a heightened security response as authorities trace his movements near Chel hate and later in the city.
At the Oregon Agricultural College poultry exhibit a striped pink chicken and pink egg with red combs drew attention. The display showed a daily dyeing method as proof that feed quality affects flesh color feathers and nails, illustrating a vivid immediate effect on the birds.
Bent 18 B D Dukes, a wanderer, was arrested by the local police Saturday night for drunkenness and disorderliness. Dukes was arraigned in police court this morning and fined with costs by Judge Hose.
United Press report from New York notes primaries start in the state with voting on minor offices set for November 7. Delegation nominations will be filed with the Secretary of State between September 28 and October 13, marking the start of the nominating period.
The Towar company relocates to 615 North to host a ready made clothing and furnishings department. The 110 will continue the tailoring department, with Glennon adding a line of shoes and furnishings at the same location.
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