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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1897
Page
5
Rex Strator Dotra of Oregon, noted as one of the ablest men our sister state possessed, is dead at Chehalis Wash. His death marks the loss of a prominent leader and veteran figure remembered across regions for public service and civic engagement.
The senate indefinitely postponed the Tuk dispensary bill with Senator Hill voting against the motion to postpone. The action leaves the bill in limbo as lawmakers debated the proposal and potential impacts on local governance.
The Senate witnessed Senator Joe Hill deliver a three column address last week that a reader can interpret as clear proof of his populist commitment. His remarks emphasized direct appeal to common voters and urging policy shifts aligned with working people.
The Review asserts Spokane is today the most prosperous city in America while six months earlier the guipe paper warned of dire consequences after the defeat of the free silver push.
The grand jury costs totaled 456.30 including jurors 307.70 witnesses 133.60 and room rent 15.00, disputing an earlier claim of nearly 800 by the Winlock Pilot. One case carried 388.90 in costs against a single complainant while the petit jury and witness fees reached just over 1400, with no convictions secured.
Olympia March 3 notes the present legislature will expire Thursday next week and little beneficial work has been done. The popu list editor concedes the session may be a failure, lamenting no major measures enacted since prior letter to the Sun.
Olympia correspondent of the Taco Ma Ledger quotes a statement ridiculing Representative Richmond for not standing in the capital’s foul air and preferring quiet stench to fresh air. Critics say he should endure hardships or return to nursery until maturity.
Colonel Pattison of the Cosmopolis Enterprise attended the Chehalis Valley Ministerial association and discussed Christian Socialism with vigor. He remained confident and engaged whether at a baseball game or elder gathering, signaling the topic's lively attention among local leaders.
The note lists origin stories for place names including Morton from a moor town in England Moasyruck Mt St Helens named for a Catholic saint Skookumchuck Chinook jargon strong water Toledo from Spain meaning families for races Windom named for Hon William Windom former treasury secretary and Winluck meaning victory lake
The Examiner notes professor Garnaud delivered the long-awaited conversion last Monday evening with results beyond expectations, marking a notable achievement reported by Fe Ell Examiner.
A Lewis county man travels through the county selling ground horse radio reporting a very profitable trade. The note recalls that last spring H. M. Flint in produce had to import his pores radium from Lewis county and from San Francisco.
A report compares two year estimates showing reform school costs not far above the governor's office figure. Gov. Rogers discusses the implications and potential funding adjustments amid the budget review.
A fragment notes a lack of moral courage by the mayor, contrasting his claim of worth with the legal fixed remuneration. The source labels the critique as Peril Examiner, implying editorial stance on proper compensation.
The Toledo Tidings critiques the grand jury, arguing they cannot report evil where no evidence exists. Citizens might praise a lack of cases, as the grand jury did well and its pointed evils, if corrected, will prove worthwhile the cost and effort.
The Chehalis reform school received a highly favorable seaslative committee report, even claiming no personnel changes are needed. Populist legislators are lauded for casting aside party lines to commend honest acts, noting no institution is perfect yet praising government integrity and the state's good name.
An ad-style reflection explains age and vitality depend on self care and digestion. It claims Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery cures various ailments by improving appetite digestion and blood quality, reducing fatigue and restoring strength for a more vigorous old age.
The State of Washington summons William L Baker to appear within sixty days after February 2, 1907 to defend a foreclosure lawsuit filed by John Miles. The action seeks foreclosure of a mortgage on portions of the northwest and southwest quarters of section 36 in township, with attorneys to be served, and judgment to be rendered if the defendant fails to respond.
Judgment sought for amounts due on notes in a Lewis County Washington mortgage case. G Reynolds and Stewart, attorneys for plaintiff, address Chehalis, Lewis County, Washington. Attorneys seek costs and attorney fees as provided in the mortgage.
Public notice announces foreclosure and sale of mortgaged real property in Lewis County Washington under a May 6 1896 Superior Court judgment. Sheriff Kell plans to sell on April 12 1897 at 10 am at the Chehalis courthouse front door to satisfy a 14000.88 debt plus costs and interest, with one year redemption, describing Parker subdivision land of 300 acres in blocks 4 5 and 6 of Parcovia, plus a long legal description.
Notice to creditors of Loudt Mauer Inann deceased to present claims verified within one year of the first publication February 2 1890. Administration by Dell Matermasn with Millett and Harmon attorneys Chehalis Washington under Superior Court order February 17 1807.
Samuel W Marsh Plaintiff of Horace M McCune and Lombard Investment Company as defendants is foreclosing a mortgage. The sale of 140 acres in Lewis County Washington will occur March 20 1897 at 10 am at the Chehalis courthouse for cash to satisfy a judgment of 1012 18 plus 160 attorney fees and 22 30 costs with seven percent interest. Sheriff E F Carpenter conducts the sale. O G Ellis attorney for plaintiff. First publication February 19 1897.
In Lewis County Washington a sheriff sale is ordered by Superior Court of Washington to settle foreclosure debt of Sarah H Kimball against Samuel Sears Martha Sears John Myles James Kingsbury and Anglo-American Land Mortgage and Agency Company. The property includes the east half of the northeast quarter and related parcels in section six township eleven north range three west Willamette Meridian containing 140 acres and adjacent 20 acre tract. Sale at Chehalis court house March 20 1887 at 10 am for cash to satisfy Kimball judgment of 1374 60 plus 137 46 attorney fees and 29 80 costs with 7 percent interest. also to satisfy Anglo-American cross-claim of 158 50 and 25 attorney fees 13 costs. If proceeds fall short, second tract offered to cover remaining amounts.
The plaintiff Miles sues James Boyd in the Lewiston county court. James Boyd is required to appear within sixty days after the first publication and defend the action, answering the complaint to avoid judgment by default. The summons directs service of the answer on the plaintiff’s attorneys at the stated office.
Court document notes the foreclosure action on a Southeast section property in Lewis County Washington. It lists the principal and accrued interest due, the character of the mortgage, and the parties involved including TEV NOLDS & Planet’s Attorneys. The filing references the note secured by the property in question and the financial amounts required to satisfy the claim.
United States District Court District of Washington Western Division announces a mortgage and sale of Doernbecher Furniture Manufacturing Company plant? real and personal property in Chehalis and Lewis County Washington. Thad Muster, Master in Chancery, sets March 15 1897 sale at 10 AM at Lewis County Court House for cash in gold coin, with staged lots and reserve bids.
Public notice of sale invokes an execution from a Lewis County court. J H Miller and spouses A Howard Sarah N Howard and J S McCash are levied on real property described as section lines and landmarks in Chehalis. Sale to satisfy judgment of February 1897 for gold coin and interest, to be held at county courthouse steps in Lewis County on a date in March 1897.
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