Chenalis News Briefs Drift Through Chinalis Washington
The item notes Dan W. Bush as editor and proprietor with a dateline of Chenalis Washington dated December 17, 1897.
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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1897
Page
1
The item notes Dan W. Bush as editor and proprietor with a dateline of Chenalis Washington dated December 17, 1897.
A Spokane incident reports a Black man’s wife, described as white, being arrested for disorderly conduct. The text reflects racial dynamics of the era, noting that white women who abuse their colored husbands face police action.
The Seattle Times expresses hope that a report claiming Senator Turner sold Le Roi, his British Columbia gold mine, for a million dollars is true, noting the paper remains cautiously hopeful about the claim.
The Advocate defends the hobo nuisance amid calls for action. Colonel Callison plans to hit the road soon as authorities weigh responses.
The Ledger notes the Le Roi mine sold for 5 million dollars and Washington traders quote firmer prices with active demand for options, signaling robust market interest and rising valuations.
E. B. Presse, formerly practicing law with J. R. Buxton, ran for Yakima city attorney last week as the Patriots of America candidate, a secret free silver federation. A GOP and gold Democrat fusion collapsed, described as too stiff for the “steen to oneers.” Good for Yakima.
The speaker recalls a promised special edition promised by a colonel that did not appear on schedule. He likens such populist pledges to those from the Ellensburg platform and suggests the promise should not be depended on.
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 move aims to improve service and will be welcomed by travelers.
The Tacoma News announces a special Klondike edition with Alaska coverage and additional pages detailing the state of Washington. The paper claims a strong lead on a plan to advertise the state and promote its interests.
The Oregonian accuses Mayor Pennoyer of tolerating widespread unregulated business for money, while (its) strikers warn the paper’s policy harms Portland. The piece calls for immediate sanitation measures and a broader cleanup of the city’s conditions.
Orron populists vow to stay strictly independent and avoid fusion with Democrats or Republicans. Washington populists appear ready to revive their party next campaign. Observers doubt the same faction can regain control, viewing the 1896 combine as engineered by opportunists seeking offices.
A Bend Pilot editorial argues Pacific County must remove political influence and elect officeholders solely on business merit to escape financial troubles. The piece questions the common claim that nonpartisan or minority voices spur patriotism in local electoral politics.
The report notes congress opened with one Republican from Washington state present and at work. It mentions fusionists Turner Hambletonian Lewis and Jones in various locales. Senator Wilson is praised for on hand service and progress for rates.
In a San Francisco sermon the Reverend Chas E Locke spoke of President McKinley's mother's death on Saturday. He referenced the event during his remarks and reflected on its impact.
The obituary tribute recalls President McKinley’s Christian upbringing and marriage, noting his devotion to faith and family. It highlights his father’s gallantry in faith and assures the nation it shares in grief as the president weeps with the people.
The West Coast Populist denounces Senator Turner and Governor Rogers as corrupt influencers of state politics. It cites the Tacoma Sun on corporate influence and accuses the Turner-Rogers fusion of manipulating legislatures, courts, and city councils, warning populists to oppose such actions or risk aiding anarchist ideals.
Frank Donahoe consigns 128 bales to Nies & Co with an advance above lic. Coff man and Kepner buy Phillip Becker's 14 bales at lic. Harry McGowan purchases C. McCarty's 128 bales at 104c. Reports note slow demand, scarce choice hops, and firmer notes in some regions while Germany reduces exports to England.
The Charity Rebekah Lodge No. 3 records the death of Sister Jane Rapier. It notes her as an earnest and faithful member, a loving wife and kind mother, and directs that resolutions be entered in minutes published in home papers and sent to the family.
Friday night theme The Sin Against the Holy Ghost. Saturday night a illustrated lecture That Curious Tree Explained. Sunday 7 am Seeking Love Sunshine at Presbyterian church with 2 pm grand children's rally illustrated by a live boy. Union services at Methodist church with Lord's Supper at 6:15 and 7:30 evening service announced.
The Joe Hooker Post No 25 G A R announces a special meeting at the G A R hall on Friday December 24 1897 at 1 PM. Comrades are urged to attend due to important post business. M W Forrest Commander.
A grand ball will be held at Urquhart hall Napavine on Tuesday night December 28. Tickets including supper are $1.
A terse petition from Mrs. Clara Felton of 302 seeks an agent to call and examine samples for Delsarte Corsets. The notice emphasizes agency representation and product samples.
A fragmented notice indicates warrants were purchased by Corr Mann and Kepner for county and state school funds in 2011, though details and full names are unclear. The item suggests a financial transaction or debt settlement involving educational accounts.
Local brief lists warrants, arrivals, and visits including A U Alexander Joe Fletcher Barnett from Elma Jim Blackwell from Centralia Hiram Betty of Toledo Miss Lucy Packard from Centralia Miss Shaw takes a Doernbecher factory post H G Morrow visits son Lawrence at factory Ed Warneh from Salter reports Howell & Gabel coal mine active Hoynes plan five year shingle mill operation Postal Inspector Wayland visits Postmaster Lillpop Judge Ayer presides over Twiss versus Miles case Five year old George Myers saved from river by friends and Mrs Bogstialeo rescues him K of P New Year masquerade features animal costumes Fred Wonder to supply costumes Olive Sheldon wedding to Colonel I P Callison Nehring reform school rehearing and board slamming fines.
The Bros. run a Chehalis eatery for two months drawing steady trade with home cooking. Thanksgiving dinner praised as finest yet. Christmas offerings include turkey with cranberry sauce oyster patties plum pudding and other delicacies inviting patrons to share in holiday peace and goodwill.
City ordinance bans driving or riding on sidewalks in Chehalis. Violators will be prosecuted, warns City Marshal Cas. MicRagLis.
A mix of historical numismatic notes and a obituary item. The page describes two 18th and early 19th century fractional notes with signatures and counterfeiting warnings, then reports the death of James Gordon aged about 75 at his Chehalis area residence with brief family details and funeral arrangements in Centralia.
Notice is given of the annual meeting of stockholders of The First National Bank of Chehalis Washington for election of directors. Meeting at the bank between 10 a m and 4 p m Tuesday January 11 1998. N B Corrman president Chehalis Wash December 10 1897.
A playful verse from Buffalo Courier recalls a pair preparing for a date, dressing with care from top to toe while both fret over appearances. The man repeats his efforts, while the woman tests beauty routines, brushes nails raw, and debates whitening treatments. They sit close in darkness, unsure of each other’s attire.
A New York Ledger article explains a physician ordered regimen of increasing water intake at mineral springs, up to 80 glasses daily, to flood kidneys and cleanse the bladder liver and brain. It notes relief of irritable bladder and promoted cleansing effects from high-volume diluting water.
A collection of quotes from ministers on faith and society. Notable voices include Rev. Rankin of Boston on overwork and patronage, Rev. Richter of Brooklyn on fair treatment of employees, and Rev. Dille of San Francisco on the Bible’s indestructible word.
The fragment recalls Nero’s alleged remark about Plautus, noting his large nose as the sole reason for leniency or punishment. Nero reportedly said a nose so large would have been ample penance for any crime if pointed out earlier.
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