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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1898
Page
4
Assistant Attorney General Vance states real estate values are to be equalized each year, offering Lewis county residents who were harmed by the 1897 assessment a chance to seek correction of the wrong.
Centralia council discovers years of paying seven dollars a month for a nonexisting water hydrant. Actual count shows 27 hydrants instead of 28, leaving residents charged for a service not provided.
In 1896 at Ellensburg a three ringed convention promised to cut railroad fares and grant the state a railroad commission law. The fusion majority in the legislature did not enact either measure. The fusion party is accused of dishonesty. voters are urged to restore republicanism this fall.
The government offered two hundred million dollars in bonds to fund the war and saw total subscriptions reach 1,200,060,000. In Chehalis area, local financiers secured 2440 via the First National Bank. In Napa Vine, populist stronghold plutocrats secured 4100 through the local post office.
The Lewis County Republicans must nominate only the best men to win. The party relies on candidates who meet high standards so no apologies are needed. The call is for a clean sweep in nominations.
The Seattle Call criticizes fusion with the Democrats and argues that Democrats have broken promises and that the two congressmen should be secured for the Populists before any reform can be accomplished. It claims the most democratic legislators were auctioned off and warns against further fusion.
A Toledo poll shows about eighty in favor of woman suffrage and eight opposed. The piece calls for a Chehalis reading of female sentiment and argues the suffrage amendment hinges on women proving they desire the elective franchise to prevent failure.
Since 1893 the foreign business of Puget Sound grew 700 percent. For year ending June 30, 1893 imports were 839 709 and exports 5 093 436. By June 30, 1898 imports reached 5 058 069 and exports 17 950 922. Imports fell nearly two million dollars from the prior year while exports rose over six million. Lumber and breadstuffs demand drives the rise, forecasting future shipments beyond the dreams of enthusiasts as the world’s great shipping depot.
In several eastern states where Democrats held conventions the party attacked what Cleveland and Bryan called imperialism. Cleveland once hauled down Old Glory in Hawaii, but public sentiment now supports expansion with stars and stripes over new Pacific acquisitions. Republicans vow to press anti imperialism fights while the nation backs expansion without an emperor.
The London Spectator proclaims that the world’s future hinges on American character. It predicts Americans will reach 200 million by 1950 and possibly dominate others if they face greater challenges and interdependencies with global peoples.
The article notes Jons L Winsox pledges to prioritize electing a Republican majority in the next legislature to ensure a party-backed path to the U S senate. He says securing the legislature is essential before any caucus decision on a successor, and will accept the people's choice if the fall election succeeds the GOP.
The passage argues that higher lumber demand, wages, and prices allow large back tax payments and halted interest, improving state and municipal debt solvency. It counters fusion claims of lower expenses, noting taxes rose one third to one half in the first year of fusion revenue laws.
The Centralia News quotes Colonel Bannister predicting a bright fiscal year with factories at peak use since 1892, expanding exports, and record farm yields. He asserts a favorable balance of trade and growing global capacity, while noting war may raise debt but be quickly managed under prudent policy.
Frank Grimes is bound over for trial in Thurston county superior court after stabbing Phillip Holesworth near Meadow. Bond set at 750 dollars. Local notes cover a new mail route from Salkum to Spruce, land transfers near Elk Creek, marriages in Aberdeen and Tacoma, a Demorest medal contest at Fayette, shingle camp activity, and A. M. Green's severe injuries from a fall near Morton.
Reports from multiple regions indicate hop prospects are variable. Spraying is largely finished with lice not increasing in well treated fields. Yet many areas warn yields may drop sharply due to dry weather, lack of rain, and shortened hop arms, with several towns reporting possible half or less of last year’s crop.
Gleneden residents report steady haying as farmers prepare grain, with Miss Hope Ingalls ill this week and Grandpa Ingalls returning to Centralia. Visitors from Ford's Prairie and Avlettisek admire the country and consider relocating. Childer brothers harvest timber for a new barn. aphis concerns threaten wheat and oats. D F Calderwood closes district 15 school term. a grove lunch follows. Local farms boast rich oats and barley. one farmer shows abundant harvest and storage limits. NLONDIKE
Rev. O B Whitmore of Astoria Ore preached at the Methodist church in support of the Anti-Saloon League. He urged uniting temperance opponents into a nonpartisan league to work toward a common goal. A local branch was formed with Rev N M Tempie as president pro tem and another meeting next Monday night will finalize the organization.
A small pony about 900 pounds gentle enough for children is offered for $15 by Max Kaestner in Centria, north of the Skookumchuck bridge. The text then shifts to a wartime naval essay discussing sailors, gunnery and engine performance, noting the need for correctly pointed guns and capable crews.
The fragment discusses rock refuse near ports, crew duties, and the need for healthy, honest recruits. It mentions Uncle Sami, constables, and a vague call for capable personnel, noting limitations on who can pass recruitment without fear or favor.
Land Office notice from Vancouver Wasi informs that settler Ratwaod Beeeiurs will present final proof before Clerk Langhorne at Chehalis on September 10. Witnesses include George Woett, Leon Martin, A A McLaugulin, Brittian of Drysul, all in Washington state.
Ledger from First National Bank in Wickingtom listing assets including loans discounts overdrafts securities and real estate. It shows deposits capital surplus undivided profits and reserves with details on state deposits and reserve agent balances. Notary and oath statements confirm authenticity and date of the record.
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