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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1904

Page

4

Seattle Star publication and contact details

The Seattle Star lists offices at 1207 and 1909 Seventh Avenue with daily editions except Sundays. It provides department contacts in Sunset and Main 1060, notes foreign advertising agency at 321 Ballard, rates of one cent per copy six cents weekly or twenty five cents monthly, and explains subscription expiration and mail delivery process.

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Too Much Law A 1903 legislative floodtide

A legal notice critiques the explosion of statutes in 1903 across states and territories counting 14394 laws amid vast, overlapping enactments. The piece laments the endless making of law, judicial confusion, and the belief that mere Thou Shalt Nots can reform society, warning against overreliance on legal prescriptions.

Congress Blackstone

Why War Amid Civilisation Ends With a Humane Ideal

A reflective piece argues that civilization cannot end war. when violence is checked by moral progress, humanity replaces force. It contrasts Kipling’s warlike poetry with a rising humane ideal shaping treaties, science, and global conduct to curb conflict.

Socrates Athens Kipling Om

Port Arthur naval action and fashion note in city dispatches

The report notes Admiral Korkemuppa's failed attempt to engage the Port Arthur fleet as Japanese ships face fort guns. A Tangent on fashion mentions Chinese women of rank wearing pompadour hairstyles. A few items touch on New York politics with Governor Odell's possible resignation and a commentary by Josh Wise. The Yellow Sea level has risen two feet due to wartime maritime losses.

Yellow Sea Port Arthur Manchuria Russia ST. Petersburg Korkernuppa

Wouldn't This Rockefeller

A quirky note from Chicago hints at a group of men seeking radio airtime with playful posing and ribbing. The fragment suggests backstage banter and ambitions to appear on air in a city column vibe.

Chicago

Smith and Smith Arrested in City Police Sweep

Cal Campbell and Charlie Smith, two men targeted by police, were arrested yesterday by City Detectives Lane and Freeman. Bails set at 8% each. Campbell, a gambling house dealer, is charged with leading procurer of women for immoral purposes. Smith, a former saloon keeper, has recent no notable activity. his wife works in a low-sin trade. Smith had political influence and was known as a thug in the Tenderloin district.

Cal Campbell Charlie Smith Lane Freeman Justice Cann's Court Polles Ball Clancy Smith Tenderloin

Series of Tragedies in Almira Murders Linked by Disappearance

The town of Almira near Slick Springs mourns a string of killings and a long missing man, Bengtivh English. His sale of a ranch to Frank Victor prompted Victor's brother’s murder conviction and a cascade of killings including Judge Lewis, his wife, Charles Tennis, Cyrus Victor, and Sanford, amid a retrial and ongoing mystery.

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Adams alias King and Brownfield released after Arlington trial

LET EM GO EVERETT April 6 Adams alias King and Brownfield, suspected in the Hotel Washington safe robbery, were released after a recent Arlington trial ended with a hung jury. The bit mentions Dagan and Erickson of 1516 First Ave.

Everett Adams King Brownfield Washington Seattle Arlington

Scenic Shasta Route Travel Offer to San Francisco

Travel promotion for the Southern Pacific Scenic Shasta route touts beauty and fast service to California resorts. Mentions rate to San Francisco as 2.0 first class and 50.0 second class with agent contact at 8 Ftret Ave.

Southern Pacific Shasta California Land of Perpetual Sunshine San Francisco B. E Mina Gent Ftret Ave

Admiral Gadzooksi fears Sinkovitch submarine hull risk

War bulletins from Port Arthur report Admiral Gadzooksi refusing to move his submarine Sinkovitch from harbor noting serious doubts about its construction. In Pokio on April 5 Marquis Itabitta counters yellow peril talk with a new book titled The Hairy Danger and announces it will be sold at newsstands and on trains.

Port Arthur April Gadzooksi Sinkovitch Pokio Marquis Itabitta Gale

New King's Discovery saves two from deadly coughs

Mrs Haviland of Armonk New York credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving her daughter from a near fatal whooping cough and bronchitis and says a relative with advanced consumption is now well. The ad touts it as infallible for throat and lung diseases and offers $1 bottles guaranteed by G O Guy on Second Avenue and Yesler.

W. K. Haviland Armonk

Choir Silence Follows Rift Between Pastor and Congregation

Tensions flare as the church fights over disagreement between the preacher and members. The choir has not sung loudly amid the ongoing dispute, while parishioners seek resolution and unity.

Bud Gilmore Plans Move From Chillicothe

Local hackman Bud Gilmore says Chillicothe offers no prospects for his talents and may depart tonight or tomorrow for Cincinnati or St Louis. A separate note mentions an advertisement for Seattle Eye Nose and Throat Infirmary offering free consultations.

Bud Bud Gilmore Hackman Chillicothe Cincinnati St. Louis Seattle Haller Second Columbia Street

Bloodstone Theft at Sir John Bouverie Estate

Druce visits the home of Sir John Bouverie where Violet, a childhood acquaintance, asks to spirit funds for bonds. A Persian ambassador’s bloodstone, a shah’s gem, vanishes during a late night theft. Sir John suspects Violet. police inquiry confirms the bloodstone missing while other gems stay intact.

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Deep intrigue and a missing femme fatale раскрывается

In a London mystery, Hubert Sale returns with Violet's husband Sir John Bouverie and detective Cruce uncover an elaborate plot around Madame Sara. Sara manipulated Violet through threats and letters from Australia. The recovered evidence hints at a stone theft and a dangerous conspiracy linked to a Persian agent Achmed. The hunt for Madame Sara intensifies as motives swirl around the bloodstone.

Gie Violet Hubert Mme Sara Madame Australia Achmed Mubert England Vandeleur New Zealand Cruce

Mystery at Greylanda Unfolds in Lady Bouverie Case

In a tense sequence, Vandeleur returns to the scene as analysis unfolds. A note, a handkerchief marked with Lady Bouverie initials, and iodine traces become pivotal. The investigation hinges on whether the distressed witness scene was genuine or staged to frame her.

Bouverte Wee Vandeleur Lady Rouverie Greylanda Violet Sera Karen Lady Douverie Lady Bouverie Todine Ufe

Plot of a Fiend Plot Discovered at Mukilteo Mill

Special to The Star reports a plot to dynamite Japanese bunghouses at the Mukilteo mill was frustrated by local conservatives after learning of the plan last week. The article notes rising anti Japanese sentiment and hints at potential violence by white residents. The item also includes an unrelated medicinal advertisement for mercury free catarrh cures.

Btar Everett Mukilteo

Financial resources and bank due from others report

The document lists resources including loans and discounts, furniture and fixtures, real estate owned, blocks and securities, and other resources. It notes county and city cash on hand and due from banks totaling amounts around 1.7 million to 1.9 million with percentages indicating reliability.

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