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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1897
Page
9
A Spokane report notes a white wife was arrested for disorderly conduct after alleging abuse by her husband, a Black man. The item highlights racial dynamics in domestic cases and police actions involving interracial couples.
The Seattle Times signals belief that Senator Turner has sold Le Roi, his British Columbia gold mine, for a million dollars. The paper indicates it is eager the report proves true.
The Advocate defends the hobo nuisance while predicting Colonel Calli son will soon be forced to travel the road. The text frames the clash between public order and itinerant workers amid looming displacement.
The Ledger notes the Le Roi mine has sold for 5 million dollars and reports Washington papers quote firmer higher prices with active demand for options. The outcome signals robust market interest and potential investment activity in mining.
E. B. Presse, former law practitioner with J. R. Buxton, ran for Yakima city attorney as a Patriots of America candidate. He was overwhelmed by a Republican and gold Democrat fusion that proved too strong for the secret anti free silver federation.
A populist promise from the Ellensburg platform is cited as unreliable as a special edition promised for the first of the month is delayed. The colonel explains it will not be issued for a while, underscoring skepticism about political pledges.
Beginning January 1 the Northern Pacific will add a local train between Portland and the Sound. After February 1 a second through train to St Paul will be added. The service aims to greatly improve travel convenience and be appreciated by the travelling public.
The Tacoma News issue features an Alaska section and several pages of informative material about Washington State. It also notes a strong lead on a plan to advertise the state.
The Oregonian attacks Mayor Pennoyer for lax business conduct in Portland claiming city leaders tolerate graft for money. The paper argues a broader cleanup is needed and warns the city faces severe corruption without reform.
The Oregon populists vow to stay neutral and avoid alliances with Democrats or Republicans. Washington populists plan to revive their party but face doubts about control by the previous backers. The 796 combine is blamed as office seekers.
The South Bend Pilot calls for nonpartisan county politics urging Pacific County to elect men on merit as businessmen to end financial troubles. The column questions why the minority voice so often champions politics as irrelevant in local elections.
The piece notes Congress opening with one Republican member active for the state while three fusionists are away. Populist Senator Turner negotiates a sale in London for a British Columbia mine, Congressman Hambletonian Lewis tours the Sound country, and Free Silver Republican W C Jones is in Spokane. Senator Wilson is praised for his on hand service.
In a San Francisco sermon Rev. Chas. E. Locke spoke of the death of President McKinley’s mother who passed away Saturday. He described Mother McKinley as a loving and prayerful wife and a devout Christian, noting her role as one of God’s gracious processes in life.
The piece lauds McKinley, noting his father’s death five years earlier and his mother’s exemplary faith. It portrays his upbringing in a devout Christian home and credits spiritual influence for his public life and peaceful death. The president’s bereaved family is highlighted as emblematic of Christian virtue.
The West Coast Populist condemns Populist Senator Turner and Governor Rogers for alleged manipulation of legislatures and courts. It cites Tacoma Sun’s charge that corporations and the rich influence high offices, and warns that Turner Rogers fusion forces threaten populism and risk becoming anarchists of the party.
Frank Donahoe consigns 128 bales to Nies & Co with an advance above 1 l. Coff man & Kepner buy Phillip Becker’s 14 bales at 11 1 2 c. Harry McGowan purchases C. McCarty’s 128 bales at 10 3 4 c. Oregon hops move slowly due to poor reports and cheap offers. Markets in Puyallup and Auburn show dull activity while Yakima sees no sales. Reports claim firmer demand in Waterville and Cooperstown with 14 to 16 c bids. Exports from New York over 13 538 bales since Sept 1, down from last year.
The Bros of Chehalis run a two month old restaurant praised for home cooking. Thanksgiving dinner rated finest yet in Chehalis, with Christmas offering turkey and cranberry sauce oyster patties plum pudding and other delicacies to inspire good will and peace.
City ordinance prohibits driving or riding on sidewalks in Chehalis. Violators will be prosecuted. Cas. Michaelis, 292 City Marshal.
Resolutions from Charity Rebekah Lodge No 3 lament the death of Sister Jane Rapier. They note her as an earnest faithful member, loving wife and kind mother. Resolutions to be spread in minutes, published in home papers, and sent to the family.
Friday night theme The Sin Against the Holy Ghost. Saturday night an illustrated lecture That Curious Tree Explained. Sunday 7 a m Seeking Love Sunshine at Presbyterian church. 2 p m grand children’s rally illustrated by a live boy at Presbyterian church. 3:30 Union Services at Methodist church and Lord s supper. 6:15 young peoples rally followed by a black board talk by Evangelist Holdinge. 7:30 evening service announced from the pulpit.
G A R post Joe Hooker Post No 25 appeals to all comrades to attend a special meeting at the G A R hall on Friday December 24 1897 at 1 o clock p m due to important business M W Forrest Commander
A grand ball will be held at Urquhart hall in Napavine on Tuesday night December 28. Tickets including supper cost $1.
An agency representing Delsarte Corsets requests examination of samples. Contact Ciara FeltTon at 302 Mas for appointments and evaluation.
Judge Yoder's Pennsylvanian ancestry yields curios including a 1777 three penny note signed by M Wise and a 5 cent bank note promising payment at Schuylkill bank. James Gordon dies near Chehalis after years of ill health, aged about 75, with funeral held in Centralia and burial at Mountain View.
Notice is given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of The First National Bank of Chehalis Washington will be held at the bank for the election of directors between 10 a m and 4 p m on Tuesday January 11 1898 N B Corrman President Chehalis Wash December 10 1897
Purchases of warrants by county, school district, and state agencies are noted by 2011 CoFIFMAN and KEPNER. The record lists entities involved and the speculative nature of the transactions.
A humorous verse from the Buffalo Courier depicts a couple preparing for a secretive courtship. The man dresses with showy fashion and a glittering dickey while the woman preps her complexion and nails, seeking to appear brighter. They meet in darkness, unaware of each other’s attire.
Community notices list names visiting from Elma Centralia Toledo Idaho Seattle and Seattle job changes. New suits filed foreclosure actions and court matters include Twiss vs Miles redemption case. Local events feature church services a K of P masquerade Immanuel Callison Sheldon wedding reforms and a board slamming case with fines.
A health resort physician prescribes large quantities of mineral water to patients, starting with small sips and increasing to as much as 80 glasses daily. Benefits stem from hydration, kidney washing, and liver-kidney interaction, not merely trace minerals. cures can be pursued at home with proper volume.
A collection of religious thoughts from pastors in Boston Brooklyn San Francisco Louisville Cincinnati Chicago and St Louis, urging readers to probe store labor conditions respect for workers and moral living while exploring faith science marriage and kindness to animals. Notable voices include Rev. Rankin Richter Waltz Chepard Hunting ton Dille Montgomery Carwardine McAfee Smythe Roberts Slasher and others across multiple denominations.
In a lurid recounting of ancient rumor Nero mocked Plantus relatives, claiming murder was hidden by Plautus's large nose. He allegedly said life with such a nose would be penance, implying mercy would have spared him.
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