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Submitted by Ray Landes This early 1920s photo shows veterans of the Civil War. Taken in Mossyrock, from left to right, the men are William Young, Si MacFadden, Robert Daniel Silva, Dan Shaner, Robert Amaziah Sparks, Tom Landes and Andrew Jackson Kiser. Silva fought for the South and was in the Battle of Bull Run. Kiser fought for the North with Gen. W.T. Sherman. Both men moved to Ajlune sometime after the war where they became neighbors and friends. From 1893 to 1895, William Young served as the county commissioner from East Lewis County. He had a reputation of holding out for things that would benefit East County residents. Behind his back, William was known by some of the young folk of Mossyrock as “Billy Whiskers,” because, while driving his Dodge with its top down, his whiskers would divide on each side of his face. We also see Charles Thomas Landes in this photo. Thomas came west and established a homestead on the east side of Mossyrock. He moved west after his father, a storekeeper, was shot and killed. Between having survived the brutal Civil War, and losing his father, Tom had wanted to start anew — which is what he did. After moving to this area, Tom became a farmer and logger.
Highlighting Lewis County: Mossyrock Pioneers Remained Patriotic While Enduring Heartache
Last week, I shared the story of Civil War veteran Daniel Shaner who was wounded in the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House and later served as a bodyguard to President Abraham Lincoln as part of the … more
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Commentary: There’s Never Been a Better Time for State to Provide Tax Relief
The mountain of money keeps getting bigger. In mid-February, state officials released the latest economic forecast, and it showed revenue up again, this time to the tune of $2.8 billion. … more
Joe Kent speaks to crowds as flags wave outside the Clark County Fairgrounds on Labor Day for a "Free Public Rally" in Ridgefield.
Our Views: Sorry, Mr. Kent, But the Time for ‘Dialogue’ With Putin Has Passed
Every public opinion survey taken lately shows that a majority of Americans believe our country is on the wrong track. We are frustrated with COVID-19 and the government’s response, … more
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Gene Amondson was born in 1943 in the now-submerged east Lewis County timber town of Kosmos. He went on to become an international anti-alcohol activist. He ran for president twice on the Prohibition Party ticket.
Brian Mittge Commentary: Remembering the Unconventional Presidential Candidates of Yore
For several years I compiled “From the Files of The Chronicle,” a today-in-history column that was a fascinating scroll and stroll through our community’s history. What a treat it … more
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Governor Jay Inslee talks during a press conference at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds in Chehalis in 2019.
Other Views: Strong Legislation Needed to Curb Governor Power
The Washington Senate last week opted for milquetoast legislation to curb the power of the governor. Rather than adding some balance to the checks on executive power, the legislation would have … more
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Daniel Shaner, a Civil War veteran who later lived more than three decades in the Mossyrock area, is pictured in this photograph.
Highlighting Lewis County: Mossyrock Pioneer Carried President Lincoln From Ford’s Theatre
It’s only fitting during the Presidents’ Day celebration to highlight a Mossyrock connection to one of the greatest presidents who ever lived — Abraham Lincoln, who was born … more
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Don C. Brunell
Don Brunell Commentary: Looking Toward Ireland Where It’s Clean, Greener and Reopening
When St. Patrick’s Day rolls around next month on March 17, the Irish have lots to celebrate. Ireland is still clean and green. Now, it is spending $15 million to bring visitors back. Irish … more
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Chad Taylor is publisher and owner of The Chronicle and CT Publishing. He can be reached at chad@chronline.com.
Publisher's Note: An Unfortunate Theme in Olympia: ‘We Know Better Than You’
An unfortunate theme developed in Olympia over the past decade. The theme is “we know better than you.” The theme presented itself recently in a marathon floor session in the state House … more
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Billy Frank Jr.
Other Views: Billy Frank Jr. Statue Belongs in Statehouse, Too
State lawmakers were right last year to honor the late Billy Frank Jr.'s legacy with a statue in the nation's capitol. They should follow through by installing a similar statue in Washington's … more
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Other Views: Share State's Revenue Bounty With Taxpayers
Washington's state government is awash in cash. As legislators prepare a supplemental budget, we offer a gentle reminder: Just because you have money, that doesn't mean you have to spend it. On … more
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Gov. Jay Inslee speaks at a press conference Thursday.
Other Views: Don't Be Fooled — Bill by Senate Dems Does Little to Contain Inslee's Emergency Powers
Don't get too excited about Tuesday's Senate vote to put a check on the governor's emergency powers. SB 5909 does very little to change the status quo in Washington state. That's why the bill … more
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Richard Stride is the current CEO of Cascade Community Healthcare. He can be reached at drstride@icloud.com.
Richard Stride Commentary: No Judgment Zone: Thinking About the Toys We Loved as Children
Did you have a favorite toy growing up? One that you slept with? Do you still have it? Why do children grow attached to certain toys? What do they mean to children and to us?  The fact is, as … more
John McCroskey
John McCroskey Commentary: Legislature Rolls Out More Terrible Ideas on Police, Homeless
The Legislature is in full swing, and really the only question I have is: What new spending, new agencies or confusing laws and regulations can they come up with in Olympia this year? I read that … more
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Bill Moeller Commentary: Speed Reading or Deep Reading Old Written Treasures
The thought that turned into this week’s column had its beginning one morning a couple of weeks ago. It was breakfast time, but before eating I wanted to first read the thermometer on my … more
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An Aircraft Warning System observation tower in Clallam County, now on private property, seen in a 2014 photo taken by Jon Roanhaus.
Julie McDonald Commentary: Eighty Years Ago, World War II Spotters Looked for Enemy Aircraft
As Russian President Vladimir Putin rattles his nation’s sabers on the Ukrainian border, I keep thinking about the civilians living in the Eastern European country. Do they see their … more
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A catalytic converter from a hybrid Prius lays on the floor next to an electric reciprocating hand saw.
Other Views: Enact Tough Laws to Stop Catalytic Converter Theft
Catalytic converter theft is spiking around the state, a trend that shows no sign of abating. Lawmakers should intervene decisively and back a plan that offers a meaningful response to protect … more
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Brian Mittge Commentary: Recognizing More Everyday Heroes Without Capes
How about some good news as we continue to climb out of the darkest time of the year? We’ll start with the story of a crossing guard in Maryland. Cpl. Annette Goodyear was working her … more
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Bill Moeller Commentary: Needed: A Senior Citizens Cookbook
One downside to growing older is that when you reach your 80s, and even your 90s, some of the things and methods you remember fondly have disappeared.   If they haven’t done so … more
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Bob Mohrbacher is president of Centralia College. 
Commentary: Education Pays Off, For You and Your Community
For decades, there were higher-wage jobs in the trades that would take adults and recent high school grads without training. The “back in my day” crowd likes to tell of mill jobs that … more
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“Tastes Like War,” a 296-page memoir written by Grace M. Cho.
Julie McDonald Commentary: Memoir Delves Into Schizophrenia, Portrays Chehalis as Racist
A well-received book published last year propelled Chehalis onto a national stage but left it with a black eye. “Tastes Like War,” a 296-page memoir written by Grace M. Cho, a … more
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