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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1903
Page
6
An Albion River steamer carrying 18 crew and passengers was wrecked off Faxtown this morning. A heavy sea battered the vessel, but the life saving crew rescued the passengers by afternoon. The steamer is sinking in shallow waters.
Fragmentary notes describe a wholesale fireworks plan for a world’s fair display. The text references a display setup, initial volley, frame timing, and costs, but specifics are unclear due to garbled wording and missing details.
A fragmented OCR reads of a society page notes a lady choir joining the literature field with readings at multiple rooms. Mentions are garbled with names and dates unclear but imply performances and gatherings around a literary event with several attendees and locations.
The prosecution rested in the trial with witnesses finishing testimony today. Judge Hell adjourned at 2 o clock after the last witness. The defense barrister objected to certain questions while the state argued about admissibility of evidence and possible bias of witnesses. The morning featured key testimony regarding whether a gunshot injured the victim and if the accused acted in self defense.
Maggie Monohan dies after three weeks of illness. She was the wife of F L Mot and conductor on the Columbia Spend eo The ftu- Pal. Sons Watson company is in charge of arrangements. Burial location undecided between Seattle or former home in Chicago.
Donan and H & Donan secured a permit to make 911000 improvements at their water dock and warehouse. The project includes enlarging the dock and warehouse facilities and extending them toward the water.
In Houston Hall a debate tie occurred between Virginia and Pennsylvania groups over the resolution that disputes over hours and wages are justified in refusing to make agreements with or among members. Both sides showed interest, with Virginia supporting the affirmative and Pennsylvania challenging the motion.
The tug Fitzpatrick sank sixty miles up the coast with six men aboard. All crew members perished in the disaster reported from New London on April 3.
The body of John D. Land, crushed by a falling tree on Wednesday afternoon near Port Casey, arrived in the city today for funeral arrangements. Land was a member of the local order of Eagles and Odd Fellows. Batterworth & Sons are in charge of the remains.
In Nashville on April 4, arguments in the Southern Pacific injunction case were concluded this afternoon as part of ongoing court proceedings.
Funeral services for Brother John Lamb were held from the sea Avenue and second avenue on Bund April 1993. All Tasrahers are requested to comply with the order of Worthy President.
Police arrested a suspect this morning on suspicion of robbing George Minerson of 4.46 dollars. The money was found in the hand of one of the men at the time of the arrest.
An OCR fragment outlines future upgrades on Ohio rail routes including a double track line from Larten to Springfield and standard gauge conversions. It mentions the Ohio River and Western Railway and connections to Pittsteaury, with care and sleeping cars to be resumed.
A jury in the Pagers court found Walter M. T4eriiniee guilty on charges of assault and rape. The verdict details show sentencing to a lengthy term as the court proceeded with the final judgment.
Fragments describe a planned reception for the president with references to tents and arrangements. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear details on location date or participants.
Streetcar service halted on the west side of First Avenue between Stewart and Madison due to a ground subsidence and sinking near Hauiere with University Street. The pavement on the east side near the track has dropped over a foot, raising danger for crossing and traffic as the foundation settles over several days.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a levee break near Lake Senehder with mentions of weather conditions and potential flood risk including references to nearby areas and dates. The readable text is limited and unclear.
A brief report describes Mrs Cowrey defending herself amid a confrontation. Police investigate the incident, with witnesses and family statements noted. No injuries are detailed, and no charges are listed at this time.
A local education meeting gathered teachers and officials to discuss aptitude testing and classroom practices. Speakers addressed curriculum standards and the role of assessments in shaping student progress.
A cryptic OCR style notice reports permits secured for ten major improvements at a city field today. It mentions A Moore and a pending project near 28 Peartessch Avenue and Kish Drive, with construction dates and site details unclear due to legibility.
A fragmented report notes a fleeing incident at Black Jack with unclear details about a named individual and surrounding actions. The readable text hints at a misquoted phrase and possible escape event but lacks complete names or outcomes. Further text would be needed for precise attribution.
The mayor and several associates including Fur, van, and Furth face indictments. The group is scheduled for arraignment in the court Monday morning.
Notes show a dance class schedule with Profesor Wien hosting sessions at the Ranke Ball on Monday and Friday evenings. Additional lessons are described as daily offerings, though details are unclear.
Local trade names Woodhouse Co and Rautman Plumbing Co announce plumbing work guaranteed for one year. Contact numbers listed include Mata 014 and G4. Printing and binding services referenced alongside hardware store notices appear in this fragment.
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