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Newspaper

Centralia Weekly Chronicle

Location

Centralia, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1911

Page

2

Centralia Chronicle touts superiority of United Press service

The article extols the Centralia Chronicle for its exclusive leased wire from United Press, claiming faster, world news ahead of Seattle Tacoma and Portland papers. It discusses editors duties, responsible publishing, and critiques sensational or anonymous opinions.

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Fragmented Syrupy Text On Public Notices

A garbled OCR fragment references publicity, public notices, and complaints. It mentions towns, legality, and unspecified persons, with unclear actions and outcomes. The readable material shows discussion of communications and the role of public attention in legal matters.

Can ADOT Commission Plan Be Adopted Without Strife

In Chehalis a vote on adopting the commission form of government sparked a spirited contest. Opponents attacked the plan as a power grab by a clique, while backers argued it would improve city operations and accountability. Supporters noted nonpaying council members complicate reform yet urged careful consideration of rights and interests before any change.

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City government debate favors commission plan in Chehalis

Amid tensions from the campaign, Mayor Guerrier backs a commission form of city government. Council members reportedly share the view as terms of offices expire year end. The paper argues for internal reform and timely adoption to improve governance and reduce citizen burdens despite unrest.

Campoigne Chehalis Guerrier Commission Withhin

Candidate Whisper Circles Centralia Race

In a brief remark, N. 18. Cotman of Che hale awaits encouragement from supporters to seek CONATOARTEREL candidacy from the district. Goffman is praised as an excalient man and would likely receive solid backing from Centralia if he entered the race.

Presa le Bo Cotman Chehale 8 Conatoarterel Dtutrlet Goffman Centralia

Centralia Delegates Mock Coffman Nominations

Centralia supporters, once warm to Coffman, recall his past move when he pressed backing for M. E. Haron over himself. Delegates from Lewis County were kept from the Olympia convention and faced ridicule for the action.

Man Bound Over After Carbolic Acid Attempt

Andrew Sling of Napagine faced arraignment in W A Westover court for attempting to take his own life by drinking carbolic acid and threatening his wife. Elkins bonded at $50 proceeded to Superior Court after his arrest Saturday night in Chebalis. Mrs Elkins had separated from him last week and returned to Mayfeld, where he followed and tried to force entry before consuming more carbolic acid.

Andrew Sling Napagine Mayfeld Chebalis W. A. Westover Westover Elkins Superior Court

Chief Doyle Finds Lost Grip at Chehalis Depot

Chief Doyle recovers a lost grip found Friday night at Chehalis depot by station agent. The bag belonging to a Vancouver night traveler named Konkeh contained a blue suit an insurance policy a YMCA card and several letters.

Esterday Doyle Chehalis Konkeh Vancouver Wash Rouseh Wiy Trutt Chyler Qoslu

Denver kin hold clue to missing Dan O Connor

Coroner Sticklin received a letter from Denver minister J M Walsh stating he read in the Centralia Chronicle that Dan O Connor may be the man whose body is held by the coroner. Walsh said the O Connor family, long headquartered in Lewis County and later in Denver, sought any trace of a relative who lived in this area. The coroner found Denver relatives weeks ago but a positive match is unlikely as descriptions do not tally.

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Telephone Question Opens Winlock Council Debate

A contentious petition in Winlock raises asks for a franchise allowing water supply without a full pumping system. The proposal seeks a shorter route to supply water to farmers, with opposition worried about costs and public safety.

Bloody Breathitt tale sparks meeting on restoring order

Woody Fagathite urged action in Kentucky to end Bloody Breathitt reign as lawlessness fueled talks to organize a statewide gathering in Jackann to plan a broader push for law and order in Breathitt County. The preliminary meeting in Wamington aimed to coordinate a conference in early December.

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Barbers Organize Union In Centralia Chehalis

Twenty barbers from Centralia and Chehalis held a meeting at Mercancula Hall to form a union under a charter. A. A. Glersch of Seattle, organizer for Journeymen Barbers, attended. Indications point to a strong central labor council including carpenters and painters already organized.

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WIGTOR MURDOCK SET TO APPEAR IN CHEHALIS OCT 17

Victor Murdock, long associated with Kansans and a foe of entrenched politics, will visit Chehalis on October 17 under the Lyceum course. A former Wichita editor and close Roosevelt ally, he rose as a frontier reporter to national prominence and eight years in Congress, drawing public interest across the region.

Victor Murdock Lyceum Chehalis Wichita Kas Murdock Lewis Academy Chicago Wichita Daily Eagle Theodore Roosevelt Roosevelt Oyster Bay Attica Murlock Kansas

Downfall Ties to Mother In Law in Local Case

Lester A. Umer of Centralia faced a Portland warrant and desertion charges as his wife testified about their separation last December. The case, heard in Cheyenne with Judge Hanter presiding, concluded with Umer bound over in Superior Court on bond. The hearing also cited the defendant’s mother in law as a factor in the alleged downfall.

Lester A. Umer Centralia Dan Portland West Ave Wapar W. A. Wentover Minter Anil Gapnart He F. Hanter Lewis, Pacific Walldalanma Mfg

Farewell Party Held for Mrs Antone Zente

A farewell gathering occurred Thursday at Walter Bahow residence in Valley near the old Shimek place. Mrs Antone Zente is leaving for California, with friends from the city attending by rain and fog to share reminiscences and a dinner prepared by the homemaker.

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Truancy Push Highlights County School Funding

George M Campbell, new Cowlita County school superintendent, writes to teachers parents school boards and taxpayers urging strict enforcement of compulsory attendance laws. He notes state funding to districts depends on pupil attendance with 20 cents per day per pupil previously paid. every missed day reduces funding borne by taxpayers.

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Castle Rocks Old Depot in Abandoned State

Castle Rock railroad officials report rains delaying work on the new double-track depot site east of the city. The $4000 depot structure is under construction with superstructure soon to follow, as locals question why traffic is shifted to the new sites before completion.

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Election Ballot Proposals and Local Options Discussed

Voters weigh two special local options and two for county elections in Wy ines County Murhpy Hing Comats. Figures favoring turnout and support from community leaders are outlined while other candidates seek endorsement.

Oliver

Aberdeen dredge accident at river site costs $18,000

A Taenina Dredging Company barge near Aberdeen struck by a broken plank caused five workmen to escape drowning. Eight feet of the top of the dredge remained above water while machinery damage and delays bring total costs to about $18,000.

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Fragmented Notice From Local Newspaper

A partial OCR reading mentions a local item at a shop, with unclear names and places. The readable bits reference a possible sale or event, but essential details are missing and names are not fully legible. further context is unreadable.

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