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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1905

Page

5

Flying Rollers mystery church saints in Harbor Michigan

In Harbor Michigan a sect called the Flying Rollers or House of David worships as Israelites led by two angels Mary and Benjamin. They reject worldly ties, adopt vegetarianism, separate spouses, grow hair long, surrender surnames, and claim to be near a millennium with seven angels sounding.

Mmne Piper Harbor Mich of David Vos Qquavert Sitheagh Mary Benjamin Angela May Mrs. Purnell Fostoria Ashland Ohio House of David Mary McDermott California Jeazreel Alexander Warner Alexander Wroe Messenger

Cheap Gedty Lots Offer Easy Terms Near Streetcar Line

Real estate blurb advertises $100 lots in Gedty two blocks east of the Wet Queen Anne car line with easy terms. Inquiries directed to Bethwell Tracise Wyans-Insonance Rents.

Gedty

Strong Men in the Community and Johnson Millenium Church

The narrative describes Alexander a Chicago printer converted to faith. a Benton Harbor family long believers. they donated a manufacturing establishment two houses and a farm to the church at Mary and Benjamin’s millennium headquarters. The Rollers work mainly in fields and orchards and sell harvest surplus to the hell scared Christians.

Alexander Chicago Benton Harbor Mary Benjamin

Repented and Paid Water Rent From City Cow

Elijah the Second haare one Seattle sinner sends a letter and a $2.40 check to City Treasurer Rathbun. BE R Davidson, now of Zion City, admits owing the city for a year's water rent for a cow tied to 110 Mercer street. He explains in penitence that water inspectors did not learn of the cow and asks the city to take the money.

Elijah Haareone Seattle Rathbun BE. R. Davidson Zion City Davidson Dowie Mercer Street Gilboa Avenue

Germans plan Schiller centennial program in Germantown hall

Representatives of German soc ietien met in Germanta hall to form committees for the Schiller centennial celebration set for May. An entertainment program will include both German and English to invite non Germans to join in honoring the author. Seattle Liederkrants will assist with the program and Merr Adolf Locurve will speak on Schiller while Prof Carrington of the State university will lecture.

Union Seattle Liederkrants Merr Adolf Locurve Schiller Prof Carrington The State University

Curtain Lecture In Court For Drunk And Disorderly Husband

Police Judge Gordon told Robert Grant he would suspend judgment this time but warned of a harsher charge if brought back. Grant, arrested by Patrolman Newman for being drunk and disorderly after a fight at a New England hotel, made no defense. Marie Blanche Grant testified to the theft of her gold watch by her husband as the court noted his past misdeeds.

Gordon Robert Grant New England Grant Newman de Bruler Blanche Grant

Riley Sues Over Twenty Seventh Avenue Sewer Claim

J B Riley and Co. contractors filed with the city for 24761 extra dollars beyond contract price alleging delays by the city caused the overrun. Rev M A Matthews hinted at possible graft in the handling of funds while Riley disputed being delayed by the city.

J.B. Riley & Co Twenty-seventh Avenue Riley M. A. Matthews Contractora’ Trust Mullen Atreet A

Chamber Asked to Oppose Henry City Bill

National Association of Credit Men asked the Chamber of Commerce to oppose a Henry City congressional bill. The measure would allow mail transmission of packages up to 11 pounds at 6 cents per first pound and 2 cents for each additional pound, favoring catalogue houses over legitimate retailers.

Chamber of Commerce Henry City National Association of Credit Men

Interpreter Chin Jack Cleared of Threat Allegations in Seattle

Inspector Watts of the U S Immigration Bureau rejects claims that Chin Jack, an interpreter for the United States government, fears his countrymen and avoids duties. He notes no government requests for information about his countrymen and says a removal petition sent to Washington is not recognized by the office.

Chin Jack Seattle United States Chick Immigration Agro Oe Washington KB. Watell United States Immigration Bureau

Eight Year Old Evangelist Joins Pulpit in Chicago Missions

An 88 year old boy preacher named Jonn Raycroft speaks at missions in Chicago after being called at a young age. He began preaching at home to his missionary parents and now often preaches in public, with a clear voice and fluent speech. Outside evangelism he enjoys froth and romping, liking horse and fire engine play.

Ane Jonn Raycroft Chicago Joseph Uke

Big Sale on Third Avenue Near Hamm & Schmitz

The southwest corner of Th avenne and Lenora street sold Tuesday for 22000 to Hamm & Schmitz. The 1204120 foot lot was formerly owned by S. Bailey. This is Hamm & Schmitz first purchase above Madison Street with more deals rumored. Sale conducted by Haynes-Cowen Real Estate Company.

Th Avenne Lenora Street Hamm & Schmits S. Bailey Hamm& Schmitz Madison Street Haynes-Cowen Real Estate Company

Navy Aids Moran Bros to Speed Nebraska Battle Ship

Secretary Morton assures Senator Piles that armor plate and ordnance delays will not slow the battleship Nebraska project. The pledge aims to prevent layoffs as construction proceeds without delay.

Navy Department Moran Bros Nebraska Piles Morton

Smuggler Larry Kelly Again Eludes Capture at Sea

Police report Larry Kelly a notorious opium smuggler escaped officers Tuesday night by tossing dope overboard and diving into icy waters swimming about 200 feet to shore. A letter to Kelly was found in the sloop cockpit and customs had learned of a landing attempt between 12 and 1.

The Law Kelly Larry Kelly General Delivery Seattle Washington

Carter's Punishment Will Never Cease

Washington report notes Oberlin M. Carter, convict in a Savannah harbor fraud, has completed a three year Leavenworth term and now faces social ostracism. Army regulations strip rank and ban officer contact, effectively ending his military standing and civilian acceptance. He golfs alone at dawn, unable to join clubs or maintain social ties.

Carter Leavenworth Military North State Street Chicago Pualeh Toomes Ing Washington

Concordia Open House marks new quarters in Hoge building

The Concordia club hosted an opening reception in its new quarters at the Hoge building on Second Avenue and Cherry Street. The commodious rooms were artfully decorated, and many Hebrews attended. The club, with a large Jewish membership, had formerly met at Summit Avenue and Fast Union Street. A banquet and dancing followed the housewarming.

Concordia Club Hoge Building Second Avenue Cherry Street Summit Avenue Fast Union Street

Earthquake Reports Extend From Outlying Districts

Simla reports at Simla India on April 14 say further notes from outlying districts confirm the recent earthquake.

Simla India

Mass Death Toll Reported in Mandi and Sultanpur

The report notes 400 deaths in Mandi state and many hundreds killed in Sultanpur district, indicating a severe disaster impact across two regions. The exact date and cause are not specified in the readable text.

Mandi Sultanpur

Canning Factory to Rise in Wenatchee

The city will see a new canning factory with work started and to be rushed to finish Ed Foy the business manager has secured over 20000 dollars in orders for canned goods and one hundred people will be employed.

Wenatchee Ed Foy

Poisoned Wheat Tragedy In Spokane Family

Mrs. Palma Despasquale, 67, of Northport, died after eating poisoned wheat. The act followed a family quarrel involving her 24-year-old son, who was driven from the home. authorities note the death occurred Wednesday.

Spokane Palma Despasquale Northport

Taxation talk by C L Miller on Economic Taxation

C L Miller presents the second in a series on taxation. The lecture, titled Economic Taxation, is Friday afternoon April 14 at 9 16 in the Acme Business college hall P 1 building. Public attendance invited. The talk aims to be both interesting and instructive.

C. L. Miller Acme Business College P.1

G N Steamship official named to multiple agency posts

Cr G Burnham, recently appointed general agent of the Great Northern for eastern U S and Canada, has been named general agent for the Japan Mail Steamship, Boston Steamship, and Boston Towboat companies. He began as an office boy in Humboldt high school era and rose through foreign traffic roles with Burlington before becoming a senior agent.

Cr. G. Burnham Great Northern Steamship Company Beattie United States Canada Japan Mail Steame Ship Company Boston Steamship Company Boston Towboat Company Burnham Humbolt High School St. Pan Great Northern Freight Department Burlington Chicago

Death of Longshoreman William Gilroy After Workplace Injury

William Gilroy a longshoreman died from injuries suffered Tuesday on the steamer Cottage City. A heavy box fell trapping him in the water and crushing his skull at Providence Hospital Wednesday afternoon.

William Gilroy Providence Hospital Gilroy

Ocean race impactem on Seattle trade and ports

Local insurers await news on naval outcomes as a Russian victory at sea could cripple shipping from Seattle and other West Coast ports to the Orient. The text notes little change in es and expects none unless Russia wins.

Russia Seattle Porta Orienter

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