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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1897
Page
10
In Oregon the Mitchell faction may be described as holduppers amid a state legislative standstill. The term captures lawmakers delaying action by remaining in office past contested or expected changes.
The piece argues that despite years of low earnings three top county offices should not force resignations or avoidance of duties. It notes that Tom, Dick, and Harry aidn t earn certain sums every year, yet officials remain essential to county governance.
The Tacoma Sun reports Colonel P Tugwell has purchased the paper, and he is expected to find fame and fortune in the city of destiny. The note conveys optimism about his future in Tacoma.
The text questions whether Hon. Mr Phil Smith backs compulsory pilotage to secure a charter for a company handling the Big Bottom flood work, and states the author does not believe this is his motive.
A crowd of populists confronted a Republican official about who would become liquor dispensers under the new law. The grand jury report calls out past lax county practices and urges the new commissioners to adopt systematic methods, arguing the cost of the jury was well spent if it spurs reform.
The remark warns that forcing Treasurer Maynard to resign would hurt the county. It praises Maynard as a taxpayer and businesslike leader, noting his honesty and integrity and urging administrators to value such capable men.
Taxpaying interests urge commissioners to grant reasonable sums for treasurer sheriff and auditor offices to ensure efficient service. Petitions will soon reveal taxpayers contributing two thirds of county taxes and more. The question is whether officials will side with right and justice or heed a demagogic cry.
County voters who backed G B Richmond for representative receive a summary of his career in the legislature. He backed a free silver Republican gold mine owner for U S senator and introduced three bills aimed at taxpayers. One protects song birds, another bans bulls from running at large, and the third allows liens on gravestones.
Up to Saturday night 750 bills had been introduced in the reform legislature and only 27 had passed both houses. The house passed 48 measures while the senate approved 29. None of these touched the major retrenchment or revenue and appropriation bills, which remain unconsidered. Toby Aseen, a Whatcom populist, is noted for his influential role.
A critic notes the lack of results and questions how in the remaining days of the session proper consideration can be given to revenue railroads state bank law and appropriations. The remark highlights the heavy duties on lawmakers handling millions.
The speaker argues money scarcity can be eased by personal effort and production. A tariff may protect the home market, but individuals must grow and sell goods such as wheat, barley, wool, hops, cattle, meats, dairy, coal, and lumber. Even with low prices, labor can gain via productive work rather than idleness.
The measure passage would create a state dispensary with a board buying liquor and county dispensers selling locally. It would outlaw large purchases, set prices to cover costs, and aim to purge saloon culture though political control would rise under a party. Support argues saloon evils lessen. critics fear tax shifts and continued liquor sale. If enacted, it takes effect July 1, 1898.
The writer replies to Lilla Spirlock Cogswell on February 6 1897, arguing that moderation in cards or dancing undermines religious life. He claims evidence from reputable testimonies shows these amusements lead to evil and cites how young men in town are affected.
Thomas E. Exsort, pastor in Chehalis Washington, urges church members to resist cards and dancing as they undermine Christian life. He argues moderate sins set a bad example, cites emotion in faith, and praises revival as essential to religious vitality.
Wedding rings in solid gold are highlighted as a specialty at Goodman’s in Chehalis, emphasizing craftsmanship and value for couples planning nuptials.
Notice to creditors of Loudt Mauer Mann deceased to present verified claims within one year of February 26 1596 publication date. Claims must be filed with Millett and Harmon Chelalis Washington attorneys for administrator Wt El Mauer Mann, administrator, under court order February 17 1847.
The Superior Court of Lewis County Washington issues a summons to William L Baker to appear within sixty days after February 2 1407 to defend a foreclosure suit filed by John Miles. The action concerns a mortgage dated January 18 1592 on portions of section 14 township 18 north range 5 west.
Public court summons to John P Hollowland and other defendants in Lewis County Washington. Plaintiffs seek 886 plus taxes and costs, attorney fee, a foreclosure decree on a mortgage securing debt with land description in section 8 township 13 north range 1 east W M containing 160 acres. Equity of redemption to be barred and property lien clarified. Hastings & Stedman, attorneys. Seattle.
Sheriff Ky Carpenter of Lewis County announces a foreclosure sale under a 1897 judgment against Samuel W. Marsh plaintiff and Lombard Investment Company defendants. The property, 140 acres in Willamette Meridian, will be sold March 20, 1897 at 10 am at the Chehalis courthouse front door for cash to satisfy $1012.18 principal plus $160 attorney fees and $22.80 costs, with 7 percent interest and accruing costs.
In Lewis County Washington Sheriff E F Carpenter sells at Chehalis the first described premises totaling 140 acres from the Kimball foreclosure suit filed Feb 6 1897. The sale covers rights of Samuel Sears Martha Sears John Miles James Kingsbury and Anglo American Land Mortgage and Agency Company limited with additional notice of a second tract if proceeds fall short. Sale set for March 20 1887 at 10 am at courthouse front door with bids in hand.
The State of Washington to James Boyd defendant. You are summoned to appear within sixty days after February 12 1597 and defend the above action in the court and answer the complaint. Serve a copy of your answer to the plaintiff's attorneys. If you fail, judgment will be rendered against you.
Court records show a foreclosure action filed to collect principal and interest on a mortgage note. The Southeast section twelve township 13 north west, Lewis County Washington property serves as security with Reynolds and Plaintiffs Attorneys, PL listed as counsel.
In the United States Circuit District of Washington Western Division the Doernbecher Furniture Manufacturing Company plant in Chehalis Lewis County Washington will be sold by order of sale. The master in chancery will auction the described real and personal property including buildings machinery and stock of furniture on March 6 1897 at ten o clock in the forenoon at the courthouse in Chehalis. The sale proceeds will go to the highest bidder with terms requiring ten percent cash and balance on confirmation.
A public sale will be held in Lewis county to satisfy a 1887 judgment for 66 and 25-100 dollars in gold coin plus interest. The property to be sold is described as part of a land tract in township 12 north range 7 west, with sale to occur March 13, 1997 in Chehalis. Proceeds go to pay the judgment, with costs. conditions set by Sheriff E K Carpenter.
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