Chetsalis News Stave October 29 1897
The item presents a historical newspaper dateline from Chetialis Washington dated October 29 1897. It lists W BUSH as editor and proprietor. No additional article content is readable in the provided text.
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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1897
Page
10
The item presents a historical newspaper dateline from Chetialis Washington dated October 29 1897. It lists W BUSH as editor and proprietor. No additional article content is readable in the provided text.
The column ponders whether any other locale can match Washington's climate with its mix of sunshine, rain, and seasonal shifts. It notes notable patterns and the public curiosity about long term trends in the region.
The Lewis county paper notes Colonel M. Bannister is back in the field and took charge of the Centralia News last week, signaling a new chapter for the publication.
The piece notes Republicans who back party organization will hope Hon. Benjamin F. Tracey wins the New York mayoralty election next Tuesday to render efficient service in state and national campaigns.
Jerry Simpson predicts the worst panic in history within a year based on next year's election returns from Medicine Lodge Kansas district. He cites a supposed prosperity wave in Kansas to argue the premise reflects the seckless statesman’s view.
The Northern Pacific designates Chehalis as the stock shipping point for the southwest section. This will boost trade and bring advantages to the city, with a planked street two blocks from the stock yards requiring a substantial roadway to cover the distance, an imperative need for merchants and residents.
The Washington potato harvest is estimated at about 5,000,000 bushels amid a nationwide 174,000,000 bushel crop, up from 245,000,000 in 1896. The piece notes potential profits from delaying sales and predicts growing evaporated potato product demand, citing Toledo businessmen entering the field as likely profitable.
The Advocate colonel has his mustache shaved and criticizes tax policy amid a tax debate. He claims a 65 mill levy for Chehalis property and questions the school superintendent’s value while townspeople recall a 40 mill total levy. Suspicion falls on John H. Giblin over the editorial stance against public schools.
The writer unrealistically hopes for renewed populist meetings this fall with figures like Governor Rogers Col onel Tugwell and Congressman Jones. They recall past speeches by Judge Reavis and Bob Bridges and critique their stances on plutocracy and public expenses.
The Chehalis Nugget criticizes Senator John L. Wilson for appointing newspaper editors to public posts in Washington state and endorsing others including the Bee publisher. It argues the editor’s stance is nonpartisan except in Robertson’s case and questions the broader implications of these appointments.
The piece discusses personal judgments and past endorsements affecting local politics. It notes Hugh Wallace of Tacoma pressing for Robertson’s endorsement at Chehalis, while M. L. Holbrook and H. S. Elliott refused. It mentions Senator Donahoe naming Liipop and questions Wilson’s reelection motives, urging Republicans to unite to push back socialist and populist forces in the state legislature and delegation.
Jesse Mealy born January 11 1875 near Tylersburg Clarion County Pa died at home in Chehalis after heart failure following a long illness with typhoid and hemorrhages. Funeral services were held at his residence with Dr. Elliott Brown Wheeler and a Methodist choir leading the rites. Surviving family includes his parents Alex and Mrs Mealy seven sisters and one brother.
Harry Cantwell writes from Rampart City on Minook Creek about locating three claims with Hans Anderson and Ed Patterson after diverting from Dawson City. He describes hardships including snow, rain, rising Yukon water, and building a cabin while stockpiling provisions for winter. He notes two men died from cold and exposure and a partner went insane, with locals rushing to winter quarters.
The regular quarterly teachers examination will be held in Chehah s on Thursday November 11 1897. All teachers with certificates expiring that date must attend. Those whose certificates expire in February should take this exam as returns from the state superintendent require time. G H Tucker Superintendent of Schools Lewis County.
An advertisement highlights a wide range of stoves at Murphy and Studell's, claiming exceptional value and quality. The brief note emphasizes affordability and selection in the 21-tf catalog listing.
Prosperity continues at the BEE office with two newborns. A nine pound daughter arrived Wednesday morning at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Cournger, while Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Wittermood of Oakland welcomed a fine boy last Saturday.
In Chehalis on Oct 28 readers hear a lighthearted query about when prosperity might finally reach the town’s newspaper professionals, reflecting local newsroom optimism.
Local talent under L. L. Ware will stage Bradbury's cantata Esther the Beautiful Queen at the Grand Opera House on November 2 and 3. Admission 50 cents reserved, 35 cents general. The program includes a synopsis and a cast list with names such as Gertrude St. John and Miss Lillian Langhorne. An estray pony is taken up at 233 Salem Place for charges or sale under law.
The hop market shows little trading here and in nearby areas as holders resist current prices. Small sales include Harlan Bros selling 69 rolls to R. T. Hazzard at 101 cents and other brokers moving assorted bales at 112 to 114 cents. A Cooperstown grower reports firms holding on choice lots with a market that remains strong and limited sales around 16 cents or higher.
An event on November 25 and 26 for the Guild of the Church of the Epiphany promises a grand three act stage spectacle. Mr and Mrs Rockwell and Mr Barnes of Chicago manage the show bringing northern Washington and eastern cities fame. Local ladies secured most business houses. only a few firms held out hoping to join a surge of city enterprise. The Karnival aims for modern, lavish entertainment unseen before locally. Watch for further notice.
County School Superintendent Tuck announced apportionment of 9426.24 dollars among the county districts this week. Distribution details include per-district amounts and attendance readings, with specific splits noted for Dist. No. Betove and Pine Hedothan, and others listed by attendance.
County school and state purchases are reported under warrants. The record notes involvement by CorrMan and KEPNER with a 20 tf threshold. A separate item asks if Murphy and Gel Ells’ $1 ladies shoe is seen, indicating small item notices.
The text presents indigestion as a tired stomach and promotes the Shaker Digestive Cordial to rest the stomach by digesting foods outside the body. It notes 10 cent samples, widespread efficacy, and that all druggists carry the product. Laxol is recommended for children as a substitute for castor oil.
The ancient builders settled villages at valley edges and canyon mouths, relying on soil and wild foods, then faced savage forays from raiders. Periodic hunts and crop protection formed daily life as neighboring tribes attacked while men were away.
A Baltimore Sun account describes a matadore in Cordova performing a bullfight finale. She enters with blade drawn and cloak, faces a charging bull, steps aside, pierces the neck, and the bull falls as applause rises after the alcal de presiding grants consent.
Max Muller recalls a French friend remarking on 1855 Paris Grand Opera attendance when the queen and Empress Eugenie were greeted with applause. The friend contrasts the empress seeking a chair before sitting with the queen who sat without looking, knowing a chair would be available.
An orator declares eternal vigilance the price of liberty while women electors exchange glances. They note the price is the same as last year and lose interest as the proceedings continue with little to no bargains or engagement.
An advertisement extols Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney bladder and urinary issues. It promises relief from back pain frequent urination scalding sensation and nocturnal urination after use and offers sample bottle and pamphlet by mail from Kilmer Co. Binghamton NY. The notice also claims the paper guarantees the product’s genuineness.
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