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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1897
Page
9
The report notes two or three tangopoentang fruits forming on trees with a short time to fruit. It suggests the 97 crop will be affected, and mentions the Diggers oa feo vas. This item appears as a local weather and agricultural update from Washington.
In sparse readable text the report notes grain has been planted this year more than ever, signaling stronger agricultural effort. It emphasizes that increased plantings will aid the country’s economy and growth, with a focus on national development and prosperity.
A 200 page Poat-Intelligencer publication compiles mining data from the Pacific Northwest with districts like St Helens. Mr Hofer of Toledo contributed information from early prospectors. Orders available through The Ber by sending 40 cents.
The governor stands against removing Superintendent Wentendorf, a decision praised by leading state papers including the Spokesman Review of Spokane. The press commends the governor for taking a courageous stand in the reform school matter.
The Northern Pacific passenger department releases a 97 scene booklet titled Wonderland describing scenery and historic points along the route. Mailed to readers for six stamps. Charles B Fee, general passenger agent, St. Paul, Minn., notes the publication contains rich history of the great northwest and descriptive matters.
A local critique argues wage cuts for laborers to 1.28 a day on the NP undercuts workers while corporate pay remains high. The writer notes three years of low manual labor wages and questions tax policies and legislative actions that could have eased conditions.
A Union Pacific passenger department issue promotes a beautiful Souvenir of the Overland Limited. A. A. Alexander assures old patrons that accommodations are up to date, and the booklet and illustrations promise a comfortable journey with views along the line.
The city faces indebtedness beyond the limit as debt grew under high valuations. Once the new revenue law adjusts valuations to about three-fifths of 1896 levels, Chehalis will be near the legal limit. The situation mirrors many U.S. cities, including Brooklyn, Long Island City, New York, and Chicago, all bonded to the limit.
In a reflective statement, Chevalie acknowledges growth improvements and the resulting indebtedness, comparing the community to an individual in debt. The piece notes a shift toward reducing this debt as a serious, shared aim.
Mesera Reynolda and Stewart were in Portland this week on legal business in the Makarainen logging cases involving sums between free and four thousand dollars. Taylor and wife and Mise Shuittz of Knab were in town. Taylor notes grain data and predicts a large fruit crop. A meeting of the WGC T A with Mrs. Kennicott is set for May 25 at 2:30 PM for an officers election. Friday night’s dancing was enjoyed and a sp ies third party is planned next Friday with a basket supper. The Young Ladies Guild of the Presbyterian church will host an ice cream and strawberry festival Saturday May 15 in the empty building next to D. O. Gingrich’s. Northern Pacific land prices reduced. maps available from John F. Griner in Chehalis. Ninemire and Morgan returned $1500 to an Oregon man over a cattle dispute and retain ownership of cattle.
A catalog of formal legal blanks includes patent items such as Mortgage Pater, Mortgagee, Bond for Deed, Quitclaim Deed, Attorney Deed, Chatto Mortgage, and various short forms like Land Contract and Bill of Sale. Also listed are Power of Attorney, Bond for Attachment, Affidavit for Attachment, Location Notice, Mining Claim, and placards for rooms and rentals.
A U Alexander is connected to warrants sought by state and county authorities and a school district, with procurement details unclear in the fragment. The notice indicates enforcement action and property or funds tied to the warrants.
The directory lists state officials led by Governor John R. Rogers and includes roles such as lieutenant governor Thurston Daniels secretary of state Will D. Jenkins treasurer W. Young attorney general Patrick Henry Winton superintendent of public instruction F. J. Browne auditor Neal Cheetam printer Gwin Hicks land commissioner Robert Bridees and associates. United States senators Watson C. Acquire and Joan L. Wilson. Also listed are U.S. court commissioner H. D. Allison circuit judge C. H. Hanford state supreme court justices J. F. Aners chief justice R. O. Dunbar M. J. Gordon Elmon Scott and J. B. Reavis.
Long list of county officers led by Auditor Albert Schooley and treasurer C we Maynard, then city officials including Mayor David Stewart and John Dobson, plus numerous church listings Methodist Episcopalian Presbyterian Baptist Catholic with service times and pastors. Also many fraternal orders such as Chehalis Masons, Eastern Star, Odd Fellows, Woodmen and G A R with meeting times and officers.
W Brunswig Co of Chehalis dissolves by mutual consent. F Meireke and John C Hall retire. W Krunewig continues the business as The Rackes ore and assumes all debts against the firm. Chehalis Washington April 30 1897.
Superior Court of Washington Lewis County. John Miles plaintiff and Albert Anderson and Edward Brady named as defendants in case no 1804. Anderson summoned to appear within sixty days after May 7 1897 and answer the complaint. Action to recover $135 note dated July 8 1891 and foreclose mortgage on specified parcels in section 6 township 14 north range 3 west Willamette Meridian. Reynolds Stewart, plaintiff's attorneys Chehalis Washington. 50-8
Chehalla May 1897 county treasurer C W Maynard calls for warrants as authorized by public funds law.
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