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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1897
Page
2
Subscriptions priced at 050 per year offered by Chehatis Printer and Proprietor. Entry at Chehatis Patroerenh work, Neko Ho cine m, Wan Wot Street, Avery Friday location listed.
The fragment notes a local paper's street presence and a reader’s scan of headlines from nearby pews. It mentions a neutral tone about community events and a general sense of local interest but lacks clear names, dates, or concrete outcomes.
The readable fragment mentions Thomas Prather and a new revenue law, suggesting concerns about negative effects. No concrete dates, places, or outcomes are present to specify entities or actions. The text remains incomplete and uncertain.
A scattered OCR fragment describes people involved in a scram jury or bank dispute, noting they did not earn a sabiry this week while claiming the jury found a real live banker.
The Olympia Standard praises Governor Rogers during the campaign while noting potential fines for imprudent remarks. The paper asserts its union loyalty and support for public figures amid political discourse.
A local paper accuses the Advocate editor of tax misrepresentation while noting recent receipts of 109 cent dollars in taxes over five years. The piece compares current claims to past assertions that the bank in Lewis County paid no taxes and to comments by Col Callieon and Col Tugwell.
The tariff bill passed the lower house on Wednesday with 205 in favor from Republicans, five Democrats and one Populist. Twenty one members were present and not voting, including Populists fusionists and silverites. No names were listed. Jones and Lewis were presumed to be among those withholding opinion.
The piece rails against Populist plans to repeal existing election laws claiming it would let voters vote freely and have ballots counted. It argues the fusionist majority did not change laws beyond a single line and labels the call a demagogic ploy reflecting populist platform flaws.
At ringside Mrs. Fitzsimmons heckles as discussions spread over populism socialism and the belief that corporations sway the supreme court. Recent railroad pooling decisions are cited as proof of major changes impacting rate schedules and business alliances.
William A Wurrr of the Em Kas Gazette compares Cain to contemporary populists. He argues Cain sought a better offering after not accepting his brother’s gift and portrays populists as hustling for advantage, using biblical imagery to critique political action.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses taxation burden, a proposed law, and expected public reaction. It mentions a party, a predecessor, and opposition concerns, with unclear references to figures and groups in a historical political context.
A political exchange describes how populist and fusion party principles align on initiative and referendum while criticizing the state Senate for a fusion majority monopoly on state brains. References include Jefferson's inaugural ideals and remarks from senators Turner Hill and B Franklin at Toledo.
The Colfax People's Advocate argues the legislature adjourned with little relief from freight rates. It condemns fusion opposition to populist measures and predicts the Populist party will stand alone, vowing to uphold its principles.
The record notes persistent efforts during the session to deliver relief to the people and advance reform. It cites anti pass, initiative, and passenger bills, supported by a large fusion majority, while some refractory members oppose changes and resist efforts to stifle progress.
A Colfax senate confrontation sparks local political tension as residents discuss governance and decisions. Details remain limited in readable text, but the incident signals rising interest in municipal leadership and policy direction.
The Gazette argues complaints about the tone of the body are unfounded and praises the legislature for doing more than expected given the members. It notes the influential personalities limited but unable to create real reform, warning against overestimating reformist acts.
Mrs Clara Hoffman secretary of the national WLC TU will lecture on Now and Chen at 7 39 Tuesday evening April 6 under the auspieces of the WG TOU Admission free and all are invited Prof Westendorf and the boys will provide music A women only meeting follows at 2 30 Wednesday April 7 at the Methodist church
The case of Otis Roundtree against Eccleston on a shingleboat account was decided Friday by Judge Elliott in favor of Roundtree. Judgment issued for 556 dollars plus court costs. No estimate of interested parties was provided in the report.
John A. Taylor of Coal Creek ranch is in critical condition after an accident while shoeing a horse caused an old rupture to rupture. Relatives were summoned and yesterday noon surgeons performed an operation. The doctors report his condition has improved as much as could be expected.
The article notes J. A. Runale Fred Calvin and M. Arrington plan to build a 60 foot long 16 foot beam steam freighter and passenger boat for the Cowlitz. It promises likely strong business and success for the venture as reported by Tidings.
Wednesday Judge H. Hanford at Tacoma confirmed the sale of the Doernbecher furniture factory in Tacoma. Receiver Urquhart Judge Hunter and D. C. Millett were present. Urquhart will prepare his final report ahead of the final closing of the receivership.
Unclaimed letters for the week ending April 2 1897 include Clark J P Pope Elmer Arthur Ridings Miss Larg. Recipients urged to pay advertised charges at once. C BR: Liuror P M
Local craftsman H W Pelton advertises household services including painting kalsomining and paper hanging. Call for estimates and job referrals.
The week ending December 23 1897 lists transfers in Lewis County including Security Co to Matthew Duffy E L Bickford to Anna H Bickford lots 13 14 35 16 in Centralia Theodore Corbin and Eva Corbin to Harry Hy sec 27 tp 1 The Pier family to John Miles Sidney J Pier and wife to John Miles John A Taylor and wife to Nathan Howe Nels Ree to TM Wor gy values cited with locations in Chehalis Centralia and surrounding areas.
A sheriff announces sale of mortgaged real property in Lewis County Washington under a 1897 judgment and decree. The sale follows a court order to satisfy debt costs and interest, with one year redemption and cash payment rules for bidders.
The summons directs Mark J. Brown and listed defendants to appear within sixty days after first publication and answer the amended complaint filed by Metsos George H Averil Plate against multiple named parties and corporations in Lewis County Washington. The document names Tacoma Cee as manufacturer and The Anglo American Land Mortgage and Agency Company as a defendant and requires service of the answer on the plaintiff’s attorney.
The superior court of Lewis County Washington issues a summons to multiple defendants including A Unusins Peter Erickson and others heirs of Emily Erickson. The action seeks foreclosure on promissory notes and mortgages dated 1838 with interest and attorney fees, filed by Rheynolds & BT and A P Vv. Address Chehalis.
The Superior Court of Lewis County Washington issues a summons to John Miles the plaintiff against William P F W Luedinghaus George F Luedinghaus and others as successors in interest of F Inghaus to answer a mortgage suit. The action seeks foreclosure on the east half and other quarters of section 14 township 19 range 5 west of W.M., and payment of due notes and attorneys fees. Proceedings require defense within 20 days after publication.
By order of the Superior Court of Lewis County Washington United Trust Limited as plaintiff vs William D Richardson and Lilian M Richardson as defendants a sheriff sale is held for debt of 2435 68 plus interest and costs The described real estate located in section 34 township 13 north range 1 west Willamette Meridian will be sold at public auction in front of the courthouse door in Lewis County Washington on a date to be fixed to satisfy the judgment and costs The sheriff will convey title as required by law The notice is signed in Olympia Washington by the Sheriff and attorney for the plaintiff
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