Ban W. Bush Editor and Proprietor
Chehalis Washington December 10 1897 notices ban by editor and proprietor Ban W Bush from public affairs and business dealings as announced in local newspaper brief.
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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1897
Page
7
Chehalis Washington December 10 1897 notices ban by editor and proprietor Ban W Bush from public affairs and business dealings as announced in local newspaper brief.
The Bee presents a splendid state paper on President McKinley to its readers this week, outlining the administration’s stance and progress. The article emphasizes national leadership and policy directions in a rising political moment.
The mother of President McKinley lies on her deathbed at her Canton Ohio home amid a final illness. Local reports note her frail state as friends and family await her condition.
Toa faces a harsh dilemma as prohibition remains in force and water supplies run low. Residents feel squeezed between enforcement and survival while authorities search for a solution.
Lewis County residents are urged to subscribe to the Ber, paid in advance at one dollar yearly. The paper promises timely local news and invites new readers to join the subscriber roster.
A Tacoma gathering brought ex Speaker Charles F E Cline John P Fay Governor Teats and other leaders to push the party toward the political middle. County conventions will pick delegates in January 2098 for a February 22 state convention to end fusion. The fight against Turner’s boodling influence and Governor Rogers continues.
The Seattle Times overstates George B. Richmond's impact in Lewis county on Bryan's favor last fall. In reality McKinley electors averaged a 30 vote lead, gold ticket 69, despite a Republican fusion majority of 367, showing Lewis county did not significantly influence the silver campaign.
A.A. Alexander reports a major deal by Balfour Guthrie & Co selling 801 bales of 97 hops from R. M. Patterson and 101 bales of H. J. Betty of Toledo at 12 cents. The firm will ship 16 to 17 train cars containing about 35000 dollars value, grading the hops as Choice Chehalis for London.
List of letters remaining unclaimed for the week ending December 10 1897 includes G M Clover Campbell J E Calais H A Kirby P G Moody Mise Eva Olson A L Fitzpatrick Mrs J Shaw Mrs A Ware Luther Wainscott F S Young Elder MG Boyles David pk Persons calling for the above named letters will please say advertised C E Littrop PM
City ordinance bans riding or driving on sidewalks in Chehalis and threatens prosecution for violators per City Marshal Cras. MicFake Lis.
Special evangelistic meetings commenced last Sunday led by E A Holdridge the Pacific coast evangelist noted for drawing large crowds and inspiring life changes. The schedule includes brick object sermon for men, youth rallies, Sunday school sessions and union revival services across Presbyterian and M E churches with talks by Holdridge and Luther Ware.
Mossyrock residents report H. C. Mayfield moving his family from Mayfield to enroll the children in local schools. J. O. Doss buys Wm. Eadon's stallion. A wedding occurs at the bride’s father’s home with Everet Stinson and Miss Sarah E. Belcher wed by Rev. W. R. Belcher.
Elias Layton made a business trip to Portland last week. Chas Olson returned from Hoquiam last Wednesday. Eric Johnson visited Knab last Monday. Miss Lettie Shultz attends school at Toledo and stays with Mrs. Ray. George Olson returned to Ballard on Saturday. A Christmas tree is planned for Berg hall.
Charley Lar, 27, died after a pistol mishap at home when a 32 cal revolver discharged as he attempted to eject a cartridge. He leaves wife Bessie Ericson, a brother Lewis Larson, and a $2000 Woodmen life policy. Lar worked long at Doernbecher furniture factory and was highly regarded locally. Funeral held under Woodmen auspices.
Monday night in heavy rain burglars robbed Hartman Nathan and Maynard Everett and Co stores. Hartman loses about 125 dollars after breaking a rear window and looting clothing shoes hats and more. Maynard Everett dern till stolen along with home weapons for about 50 dollars. Local talk splits on whether hoboes or local thieves committed the crimes.
Real estate transfers reported by Settemaictr Abatratt and Security Co of Chehalis cover parcels in Lewis County for the week ending December 3 1897. Transactions include J L Robinson and wife to J A Ingalls. D J Borst to J H Damon. R McCord to R M Shaver. E Puchaus to N Duchanxy. Sheriff and others in Centralia Agnew’s addition. J Morris to Mary A Morris. Ry Co to P Paulson and others including W N Beltz and J Buford to local buyers.
Local ad promotes Murphy and Stuch ell’s one dollar ladies shoes and a range of Bibles in multiple sizes and prices. P O Bookstore offers affordable footwear and religious texts.
County commissioners review road district billings and tax acceptances for multiple lots, personal property, and delinquent taxes. Actions include tax settlements for Chehalis area parcels, road and bridge fund disbursements, and approvals for various county expenses and officials.
Warrant notices reveal county school district and state authority actions in 2011. Corrupt activity reportedly linked to the case. Authorities pursue suspects, with officials urging cooperation.
The Northern Pacific Railway Company filed suit in the superior court to dispossess W S Oppelt and C C McIntyre of lands near Agate claiming title. Auditors report cash fees for November. NP filed a patent for 3130.15 acres in indemnity limits and notice to work its 97 road property tax in Lewis County. A lease for ten years was granted to Joseph McCabe to quarry stone on specified lots.
Gingrich Nathan and Haller announce the annual masquerade ball at the Grand opera house on New Year’s Eve, December 31. Reception committee includes E. A. Frost J. R. Welty J. C. Bush. Admission for gentlemen is 1 dollar, gallery 25 cents, ladies free. Fred G Wonder of Chicago Costume House will showcase masks and costumes.
G A R Post No. 25 Joe Hooker Post announces a special meeting at the G A R hall on Friday December 24 1897 at 1 o clock p m Commander M W Forrest urges all comrades to attend due to important business to be transacted.
Notice of the annual stockholders meeting for election of directors at The First National Bank of Chehalis Washington. Meeting held between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Tuesday January 11 1996 per N B Correan president Chehalis Wash December 10 1807. election results list mayor and council members with names and terms.
A brief public notice lists state county and school par A A. Alexander as participants in a local assessment or event, with limited readable details. The fragment indicates organizational ties but omits dates, roles, or outcomes.
The Chicago Tribune rebuts Senator Chandler of New Hampshire, arguing silver’s fall stems from increased supply and cheaper production, not demonetization. It notes other commodities fall independently, warns wages rise in gold-value terms, and ties lower silver prices to technological gains and mechanization in New England.
A notice invites advertisements from a prominent business man, capitalist and manufacturer. It requests submissions for a forthcoming issue and outlines the process and contact details for placement.
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