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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1899

Page

3

Real estate transfers filed yesterday list multiple line items

Real estate transfers show Andrew Chilberg and wife to W. Ellie for $900 on lot 4 block 42 in the estate of J H Nagle and Daniel Schneider to Rosalind Van Devort for $200 with described parcel lines. Additional transfers include David M. Smith to W H Sharrah for 2 acres. E S S Smith to Arabella J Wallingford for four lots in Woodlawn Add. Scottish American Mtg Co to Sarah Race for Lot 12 and portion of Lot 11 in Walla Walla Add. J W Alexander to John Sawyer for two lots in Thumm and Moore’s subdivision. Nellie Phinney et al to Amy Fen ton Brown of several blocks in Woodlawn Add. Henry Fenton to Amy Fenton Brown for four lots. Harriet W Carter to Hannah Kingston for $2500. William Nottingham to Bryant Lumber Co for Lot 12 in Squire Park Add. P W Quinby to Daisy Swelland for numerous lots in Moan’s First and others.

Andrew Chilberg W. Ellie J. H. Nagle Daniel Schneider Rosalind Vandevort Ne& See Charlies L. Mitchell David M. Smith W. H. Sharrah W. M Sherif van de Vanter Peter F Muren Seattle Land Company E. S&s. Smith Arabella J. Wallingford Woodlawn Green Lake William H. Oversock Caroline Massey Mtg. Co., Ltd Sarah Race Walla Walla J. W. Alexander John Sawyer Thumm Amy Fenton Brown Salmon Bay City Henry Fenton Harriet W. Carter Hannah Kingston Denny's Broadway William Nottingham Bryant Lumber & Shingle Company Squire Park P. W. Quinby Daisy Swelland Moan

Child Questions Parental Authority Amid Torture Threat

A defiant child challenges his father's belief in government consent while facing a trunk strap. The exchange centers on expanding power and governing without consent, culminating in a menacing pause as sounds of distress erupt nearby.

Billy Mason

Peculiar near miss saves boy from trench collapse

A contractor recalls a near tragic accident as a six year old wandered near a city trench. The boy fell into the open pipe trench but was later found unconscious beneath the water main. A physician revived him and the child later explained he had run away from home.

Tere

Joining of Society and Art Ball Gown Exchange

New York April 7 Women of the stage and New York society will unite through a new woman’s exchange. Gowns worn by the 400 will pass to those who support the scheme, helping actresses obtain costumes without harming family finances.

New York

Marriage Licenses Issued in Two Counties

Licenses to wed granted yesterday to Francia Eliot Moore of Tacoma and Susie May Lee of Seattle, and Michael Antier and Myrtle Gorham both of Bellevue.

Francia Eliot Moore Tacoma Susie May Lee Seattle Michael Antier Myrtle Gorham Bellevue

Married On a Train wedding in Missouri

On a Wabash train near Kansas City, John Broadhurst aged 23 married Miss Fallie Scott 16, both of Orrick, Mo. The Rev W K Akers officiated. Dr Gasson witnessed the ceremony as passengers cheered and the couple headed to Kansas City for their honeymoon.

Missouri Dr. Gasson Kansas City

Wallace Idaho bids for stability as official clings to post

In Wallace Idaho on April 7 the labor faction opposed to James K Sovereign’s direction at the Idaho State Tribune pressed for his resignation. The board of control refused to accept the resignation, keeping Sovereign in his role despite mounting pressure from critics.

Wallace Idaho James Kt Sovereign Idaho State Tribune Board of Control

Ring Lost in Petaluma Creek Recovered by Dredge Crew

Dredging teams reclaimed a valuable diamond ring that slipped from a finger on a bridge above Petaluma Creek in California. The ring fell through a crack and was recovered from about eight feet of water along the creek arm.

Mamond Petaluma Creek California Petaluma

Ring Found After Dredging Across Bayou

A ring valued at $800 slipped from a ring bearer into a bridge bayou. Captain John Hackett, experienced in dredging, guided a hand operated clamshell bucket with a rope through the bridge. Three attempts brought up mud from the bayou bottom until the ring was recovered.

John Hackett Senate Hackett

Fire destroys KE. T. Nance mill near Pulaski

A large saw and grain mill owned by KE. T. Nance near Anthony Hill eight miles from Pulaski burned at 4 o clock this morning. Fire officials pursued an alleged incendiary as a reward of 3068 dollars is offered.

Pulaski, Tenn KE. T. Nance Anthony Hill Pulaski Creet & O

Changes in Cuban Affairs

Washington Aprilкара reports speculate Beorettis Alger may reshuffle Cuban affiliates while Gen. Ladiow resists replacing Havana's governor. Gen. James H. Wilson and Gen. F. Pirehugh Lee seen as suitable successors. Lee and Wheeler face opposition for permanent commissions despite presidential respect.

Washington Beorettis Alger Ate Cuba Ladiow Havana Crooke James HM. Wilson Fpirehugh Lee Philippines Porto Rico Lee Wheeler Regular Army Gen. Wheeler White House War Department

Woman’s Mouth Sealed by Pure Sugar Deception

In Harrodsburg a merchant bought several pounds of allegedly pure sugar. An elderly woman bought two cakes and chewed until she could not open her mouth. The sugar, adulterated with glue, forced heating to remove the substance. she managed to free herself, though the episode alarmed bystanders.

James Linney Harrodsburg Boonville Clarion

Mystery Deepens in Tennessee Farm Family Tragedy

In Chester County J A Stewart was found murdered in a feud. His son, jailed on a warrant by his brother in law David Foster, faced murder charges. Foster killed himself soon after. Now Mrs Stewart, the third victim, is found murdered in her barnyard as officers pursue answers.

Jack Tenn J. A. Stewart Chester County Hhs David Foster Foster

Sewer Protest Spurs Special Council Meeting

A special sewer committee meeting is set for tomorrow to review a protest against the Second Avenue North sewer project. The protest traces to a November 3 decision approving construction over a mile of North Second Avenue and adjacent streets, with notices sent to property owners for December 1, 1898. The report from the committee will determine whether the work proceeds.

Sewer Committee of Council Second Avenue North Hoyatrest Warren Avenue Tloho Street First Avenue North Queen Anne Hill the Hill van Posse

Brasse bullets and combat legend from Manila report

Medical officers dismiss claims that brage tipped bullets cause most wounds in Manila insurgencies. Dum-Dum and brass covered rounds are contrasted, while latest intelligence notes 43 Remington calibers and Spain origin arms among Philppine insurgents. Washington dispatch describes chaotic scenes near a bridge with American troops restoring order.

Washington Manila United States Army Africa Philippines Cuba War Department Spain Mariner Guantanamo Bay Sampson

First Baby in the Family

A late night call to a tired doctor from Potts about their first baby unsettled by a dull spell leads the pale law student to earn a two dollar fee. The doctor explains reassurance and simple care while Potts pays half to the student.

Io Place Potta H. J. Potts Potts

The Filipinos Strang Panic Descriptions During Battle

From Manila letters describing panics before the recent battle. Capt Elliott of the Coffeyville company recalls natives and Chinese fleeing streets while soldiers moved calmly toward the barracks. Corporal Barber reports natives lying about and stores closing as chaos spread.

Manila Capt. Elliott Coffeyville Company Kansas Corp. Barber

102-Year-Old Mrs Baird Dies by Her Own Hand in Frarkin

In Frankin Pennsylvania Mrs H Baird aged 102 committed suicide at her home this morning by cutting her throat. Her husband died six months ago of the same fate. They were married years ago at Albany. She left a note saying she was tired of life and wished to join her husband.

Frankin H. Baird Atip Albany

Gunsmith Saulsbury Dies by Self Inflicted Shotgun Blast

In North Birmingham, April 7, gunmaker W L Saulsbury killed himself at home. He seated himself in a large arm chair, loaded a shotgun with slugs, pressed the trigger with his foot, and his head was blown from his shoulders. The scene was described as a tragic suicide.

Birmingham Ala W. Ll. Saulsbury

Heiresses of Riches Dominate Matrimonial Market

A column surveys wealthy American heiresses like Miss Astor and Miss Goelet, noting fortunes from $1,000,000 to $20,000,000 and imagined dower power. It highlights Helen Gould’s charitable fame alongside her vast wealth, portraying suitors in a glamorous, era-bound social scene.

Miss Astor William Waldorf Astor Clivedon Mies Astor Bank ¢ England Pauline Abof Mia Oxden Milia New York Miss May Goelet Olen Goelet Miss Goelet Misa Helen Gould Jay Gould Gould Anna Gould Castellane Helen Gould Mise Gould America

Lewiston population rises as housing tightens citywide

Lewiston Idaho reports a population increase of about 2000 in four months. The city sees widespread tent living as houses fill and rents rise, signaling strong demand for city property and limited housing options.

Lewiston Idaho

Northwest Linotype Machine Offers Special Prices

The ad claims the only Linotype job printing machine in the Northwest is available at Washington Street, Dester Horton Bank Building. Catalogues and samples are offered at specially low prices, presenting an opportunity for buyers to act quickly.

raoTt Frueveom CO Waahimaton Street Dester Horton Bank

Wireless telegraphy experiments resume amid postwar relief

Washington April 7 Col Allen and Lieut Squire have resumed wireless telegraphy experiments after partial relief of wartime duties. Squire from Dryden Mich studied at Johns Hopkins and is now pursuing the new science with enthusiasm. Marconi’s work and British and German efforts are cited, with demonstrations across the English Channel and signals between ships and lighthouses.

Washington Signal Corps Col Allen Lieut Squire Alelen Sgnal Corpa Cuba Porto Rico Léent Dryden Mich Weat Point ca-Chev Rich Johns Hopkins University Henry Lodge Liverpool Heinrich Hertz Berlin William H. Preece British Postal Service Signor Marconi London Times Marconi South Foreland East Godwin England Boulogne France Prine of Wales William Germany

Mysterious Washington Man Delights Boarding House Residents

A Chicago couple seeking an apartment at a fashionable West End boarding house is told by the landlady that the husband’s uncle, a Washington figure, is a “mystery” even to those who knew him. The landlady recalls a twelve year marriage and a divorce without knowing him well. The pair still takes the room despite the awkward exchange.

West End Chicago Washington Post Washington Landady

Nicaragua annexation as US colony debated by officials

Washington dispatches outline long standing talk of annexing Nicaragua to the United States. President Zelaya’s latest message hints support while noting stability is rare due to political strife. Analysts warn a troublesome colony, with educated elites opposing changes and personal ambition driving politics.

Washington Nicaragua United States Congress Zelaya Republic Salvador

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