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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1897
Page
5
In Chehalis Washington on October 8 1997 a local proprietor Edie is noted as sad over closure or change at U Cta. The brief item records a personal note tied to a business closing or transition in the community.
The piece critiques Governor Rogers and his state boards noting clashes at Palins Agricultural College Medical Lake asylum and Washington State University Seattle. It warns power struggles among populist backers threaten institutions and urges tight oversight to curb opportunistic appointments.
Chehalis county expects about 25 000 boxes of hops at 18 bushels each with bale yields of 25 to 30 pounds. Lewis county reports around 26 500 boxes and over 30000 dollars circulated from harvest. The ditch case in Judge Elliots court raises questions whether the supreme court will sustain the ruling, with potential compromise discussed as the parties await a final decision.
One day last week the treasury refused to exchange a million dollars in currency for a million dollars in gold at the New York sub treasury in Frisco. The piece argues that past uproars over gold reserve and presidential figures were exaggerated and that wheat and silver policy were misrepresented.
A journalistic note argues that a state escapes penalties by arguing tax collection would trigger protracted litigation and prefers easier collection. The piece also cites a Washington move to settle with the Union Pacific railroad, closing a national deal and shedding federal responsibility.
The Hon. William J. Bryan signed a vote for 774.28 dollars for a speech and lamented the expense borne by the downtrodden in India. He then hurried to his train to receive 800 for appearing on the coattails of charity and supporting the Republic’s farmers.
The state board of equalization hikes Lewis County values with real property rising from 4 059 424 to 4 516 997 and personal valuation dropping to 721 076 while railroad assessment climbs to 527 792. Total assessed value reaches 5 765 865 versus 5 180 341 previously fixed by the county equalization board.
Months ago General Nelson Miles of the United States Army went to Europe to size up the military equipment of the powers across the Atlantic. He will return home next week. In a recent interview he said Uncle Sam would be strictly all right in a brush with any of Europe’s great nations.
Colonel Girton of the Aber deen Herald shifted from a gold standard stance to free silver to back the Bryan ticket. Last week he endorsed the take anything you can get approach of the delinquent tax law.
Anp sow a Mrs. Rover has discovered that only adult chickens are fit to eat from a scientific point. Still, parsons and lawyers and plutocrats and an editor will eat broilers from other than scientific points, however as though we hadn't heard the Rover's expert opinion.
Windom correspondent argues for thousands more hardworking settlers in the northwest. He urges men to labor the soil rather than engage in politics, promoting practical cultivation over partisan flair.
It is argued that leasing the light plant is preferable to leaving it idle. Actions should be cautious yet swift to meet the upcoming season when lighting needs will be higher and more frequent.
Boston clinches the pennant in the National League as players showcase strong hitting and pitching. The team demonstrates resilience and depth, indicating continued dominance for the season.
Speech notes highlight William McKinley of Ohio as a key force behind rising business activity and national prosperity, crediting him as an advance agent of economic growth.
The Cosmopodes Enterprise resumes operations at its Cosmo Enterprise plant after a months long pause. The note ends with a rallying wish for success directed to Colonel.
The Tax Advocate celebrates six years of operation, joking about its own maturity and continuing to speak in a six year old voice as part of its public persona.
Market reports tight hog supply noted with four cents per pound at five weight in Chehalis as India shows scarce hogs. Local buyers watch prices and availability closely amid lower livestock numbers and trading activity.
Centralia community notes include Frank Tollis buying Ed Bowers' confectionery and moving from Cosmopolis. Several marriages occur including W. G. Randall to Miss Leasure in Bucoda and J. Leadford to Mrs. Elisa Anderson in Chehalis. Local illnesses and business moves are reported, with Klondiker news and talk of moving Ballard mill to Pe Ell.
The marriage of Glover and Katherine E. Roman of Manitowoc Wis took place Tuesday September 21 and they will reside at Burchard Neb. Several local figures were noted in the report including John L Wilson endorsing Benedict for Centralia postmaster and other city happenings.
Readers are told of a $100 reward for a cure to catarrh. The text promotes Halt's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy taken internally to reach blood and mucous surfaces. The advertisement promises a full refund if not cured and urges sending for a list of false claims from the company.
List of letters remaining unclaimed for the week ending Oct. 8 1897 includes Miss Lola Duval Myron E Horr Mrs Helen Remecke Mrs J W Reynolds Frank Sagee and Yacke Young Advertised notices request letter holders to call at the Chehalis post office and mention advertised.
The Chehalis market lists prices for coffee green per pound 15 to 30 cents, granulated sugar 15 cents per pound or 100 pounds, honey 10 to 12 1 2 cents, flour per barrel 84 to 84 2, mutton 5 to 10 cents per pound, pork 6 to 10 cents per pound, fresh fish 7 to 9 cents, butter 5 to 17 cents, salt 8 cents per cwt, apples dried 5 to 8 4 cents, wheat sacked per bushel 85 to 90 cents central, hay baled per ton 8 dollars, pepper 7 cents per pound, potatoes new 25 cents per bushel, and hope choice 9 7 to 14 cents.
The article discusses how campaign funds arise mainly from candidate assessments varying by locale. It notes Illinois practices of a percent of salary, with exemptions for some, and mentions Indiana 1990 crippled candidates. It also references national committee support flowing through state committees, citing a 1683 Republican county example receiving $200 from the state.
A curious Sayreville feature is described as yellow buildings in a blue landscape. The tale credits a paint-peddler with supplying hues and locals painting their houses in various tones. The article also recounts a whimsical royal prank and a distant note on proposed underground electric railways for Berlim.
The report notes local counties matching national committee funds dollar for dollar while volunteers provide substantial contributions. It cites New York managers who offered open access to funds, and recounts a small city raising $1,200 daily before an election. Professor Jenks in Century discusses the sums.
The document notes that in 1801 Russia appropriated 2,992,008 dollars for public schools, highlighting the contrast with the era of 1688. It frames the figure as pitiably small for a great nation.
An advertisement invites readers to compare with county papers, boasting more local news weekly. It lists subscription options: $1 for cash in advance, $1.50 with P.L, $1.50 with Inter Ocean, and $2 with Oregonian.
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