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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1902
Page
2
The council tonight considers ending the practice at public parks. The new council plans to station policemen at resorts if needed and review street improvements and minor matters as hold-overs.
The city council lighting committee will inspect the Cedar River site for a proposed lighting plant. Members include Corn Ellen Murphy Morrison Crichton GI and James. The investigation is expected to significantly influence council decision on the plant.
In San Francisco on April 14 testimony in the Dimmick case showed Dimmick tampered with vault locks at the mint and removed plates on several occasions. He was the first to discover the $30,000 theft while Cashier Cole was home ill.
The steamer Hertha of the Alaska Commercial Co arrived at night from Jillamna with ten passengers including L. A. Bonk son of Capt W M Bonk. Cold weather left officers Dareer Purmerie and Holmatrom with frostbit cheeks while waiting in an open boat. Placers Reid reported on Clark's Lake and Maichatna river tributaries.
President Roosevelt backs Gov. Dole of Hawaii in a formal statement, saying his conduct warrants continued tenure and the administration’s support. Dole declines further comment beyond noting the president’s announcement suffices.
Just a fake Fort Smith Arkansas dispatch notes that nothing is known of a clash between officers and outlaws, despite a press association report of four killed and three wounded. Weather forecast for Seattle area calls for tonight and Tuesday showers with fresh to brisk southeast winds.
Thieves cut a segment of garden hose from a pipe at the Colman Creosoting works in North Seattle. About 11 feet of hose was removed overnight, and the culprits fled with the pipe remaining intact.
Detectives Hubbard and Freeman nabbed a man giving the name John Brown as he attempted to lead two heroes from a stable near police headquarters. The arrest occurred during his attempted withdrawal and he was locked up in the city jail.
Col. George French of Ban Franchare, provincial Salvation Army commander for the MPrelte coast, addressed large audiences and urged a plain joyous path filled with God's presence. He described the Way of Wellness as clear and free of the ravenous beasts of justice, impatience, pride, and selfishness.
A young man in the audience collapsed just before the performance at the Third Avenue theater. He was taken to Providence hospital where he gave the name Collin and recovered quickly. He reported being subject to fits and then walked away.
Thieves smashed a rear window of Dr Jobo Hanna’s residence at 1082 Nineteenth Avenue last evening while the family was away. Every room was ransacked yet only a souvenir spoon and a small child’s bank money were taken. Detectives Adams and Lane investigated.
Thieves entered the residence of Dr Jukens at 1608 Hoyleton Avenue Saturday night and escaped with cash. Police were notified.
The Imperial Tailoring, long stationed on Cherry Street between Second and Third Avenues, announces a new outlet at 1102 Second Avenue. The move updates customers on location change and preserves service in the same neighborhood.
A 12 pound baby boy was born yesterday afternoon at the Seattle hotel. The child will be named Clark McKinley Edaon.
Frank Galilee aged 51 died at his home 1214 East Madison Street this morning. The funeral will be from Bonney Stewart parlors at 1 PM tomorrow. Burial is set for Lake View Cemetery. When buying articles advertised in this paper speak of the Star.
Officers and delegates arrived in Wheeling for the Amal Kamated Association of Tranteal and Tinplate Workers annual convention. The convention headquarters opened this morning and the executive board finalized the program. Attendance and topics promised a notably important gathering for the organization.
The day opens with strong demand across groceries and produce on Western avenue. Potatoes rise in price as commission men expect better values. light arrivals and steady to firm markets persist with steamer imports from San Francisco awaited. Prices listed include fruits, vegetables, dairy, meats, and grains from multiple regional suppliers and stores.
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