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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1904

Page

3

Garbage Franchise Debate Smolders Before City Committee

Attorney Keane represented Charles Segale owner of most city wagons as they urged a garbage franchise. Arguments claimed a municipal system is desirable but needs private capital now, with city purchase option for crematories later. Committee deferred decision. Comptroller Riplinger warned of a stiff license plan if no franchise is granted.

Keane Corporations Committee Charles Segale Walters The Star Thomson Thomeon Charlies Secale Keene P. J. Yaw Riplinger

Don’t risk a penny get well first

A physician endorses a sympathetic nerve restorer claiming it cures by stimulating inner nerve centers. The ad promises permanent relief for diseases of the organs and appeals for a six bottle trial at $5.90 plus a book offer. Written by Dr Shoop, it urges readers to request the book and trial, with refund if no benefit.

Shoop

Beattie Shipping's Martha Tuffts Prepares for Arctic Voyage

Heavily loaded schooner Martha Tuffts will sail from port Saturday morning carrying dynamite powder gasoline and lumber for Montana Alaska Tin Mining claims on Shishmaref inlet. Cargo aimed at northern slope of Mount Ear with delivery on the southern shore and return before winter. No passengers aboard.

Beattie Shipping Company Martha Shishmareff Inlet Montana @ Alaska Tin Mining Company Mount Ear Shismareff Inlet Arctic Barbara Hemaster Northwestern Commercial Company North Siberia Bering Sea Arctic Ocean

Indian Prince Fatally Injured At Purdue Bicycle Clash

A. Marbath an Indian prince of Lahore was struck by a street car while bicycling near Purdue University in Lafayette Indiana. He lost his left leg and was terribly mangled. He may die.

Lafayette Ind A. Marbath Lahore Perdue University

NABBED ALLEGED FORGER CAUGHT IN MONROE ANDERSON

John Powell an alleged forger wanted widely was arrested in Monroe yesterday and jailed here authorities said Powell faced multiple charges in several jurisdictions and awaits extradition or further proceedings.

Everett John Powell Monroe

Disagreement ends suit over alleged planing mill injury

After a night of deliberation the superior court jury failed to reach a verdict in the damage suit of Charlies Williams against Ballard Lumber Co. Williams sought 915.00 claiming hand loss from removing shavings as cog wheels operated without warning. The company argued Williams contributed to the accident through negligence.

Charlies Williams Ballard Lumber Company Albertson Williams Wilflame

Weidert seeks reversal of divorce decree in Superior Court

Mrs. Amelia Weidert asks Superior Judge Bell to set aside the divorce decree granted last June. She alleges her husband obtained the decree by deceiving her about his intentions.

Amelia Weidert Bell

Behnke Sues Seattle Electric for 30000 Damages

Superior Judge Griffin hears the suit of Henry Behnke against Seattle Electric Company to recover 30000 for injuries after being knocked down by a Second Avenue car months ago. Louis Lorde lost a 5000 claim against the city for injuries from a fall on Grant Street bridge. Mitchell Carlson, a Holland immigrant laborer, was committed to the Insane asylum by Superior Judge Bell after showing dangerous violence and fear of friends.

Griffin Henry Behnke Seattle Electric Company Louis Lorde Grant Street Mitchell Carlson Holland Bell

Bond Reduced in International Bank Receiver Case

The Washington Trust company as receiver for the International Bank and Trust company secured a bond reduction from $60,000 to $16,000 this morning. It was argued that affairs had been settled well and only about $56,000 remained to be paid to creditors.

Washington Trust Company International Bank and Trust Company

Diamonds Stolen From Mrs. Dallin at University Street

Jewelry valued at 800 dollars disappeared from 628 University Street early this morning. Mrs. Dallin reported missing items at 8 30. A purse found in a hallway pile. Suspect Hines, who has been doing odd jobs for landlady Mrs. Fuller, was detained as investigators probe the case.

C. Dallin University Street

County Accepts Resignation of Justice of the Peace Cann

The county commissioners accept the resignation of T. H. Cann as justice of the peace. They will not appoint a successor now and likely will wait until after the Republican convention when a nominee for the office may be named.

T. H. Cann Judge Cann P. J. Smith

Opening of Baseball Season Signal By Umpire Cry

Chicago reports spring mood with opening day as snow lingers in several cities including Cincinnati New York and Philadelphia. Umpire cry “play ball” marks season start despite wintry weather.

Chicago Cincinnati New York Philadelphia

Croker's St Patrick's Day Wins Biennial Stakes

Croker's St Patrick's Day clinched the biennial Sovereign Stakes at Newmarket on April 14, marking a notable win for the horse and owner Croker. Race details are sparse in the fragment.

Newmarket Crokere St. Patrick's Day Sovereigna

Insanity Complaints and Civil Actions Reported in Court

In Superior Court this morning M F Yount faced an insanity complaint by John Willard. An insanity warrant was issued for R Taniguchi. A $15 damage suit by R M Engle against Parker Bros Lumber is heard by Superior Judge Albertson for injuries from defective equipment. A $280 settlement in a suit by C L Alexander against Puget Bound Bridge and Dredging is noted. The steamer Farallon arrived with fifteen passengers and fresh fish. Dolphin sails tomorrow morning for southeastern Alaska ports.

M. F. Yount John Willard R. Taniguchi R. M. Engle Parker Bros. Lumber Company Snohomish County Albertson Engle C. L. Alexander Puget Bound Ruskin George Caseby Interstate Fisheries Compenny Frank Kriach Farallon Alaska Steamship Company Juneau Wrannie Narrows Dolphin Alaska

Great American Marble Company to Employ 3000 Men

Washington and Northwest interests form the Great American Marble Company to quarry transport and sell marble granite and other stone in Washington and Alaska. The venture aims to rival Vermont Marble with high profit potential and plan rail and water routes, targeting lower costs and broader varieties. Capital stock stands at 70 000 000.

Washington Northwest Great American Marble Company Seattle Alaska Vermont Marble Company G. W. Dickinson J. W. Clise HL RR. Clise Frank W. Reif O. D. Mumphrey Allen Weir Fr. C. Harper F. W. Harper Wm. Deppe J. A. Moore G. M. Stewart Frank Atwood John Mclean Capt. B. BK. Caine John Sohram I. A. Nadeau Robert A. A. Emmet Atlantic Alaskan Vermont Vermont Company Pacific

Downfall of Prominent Cashier Amid Gamb ling Debts

John McDonald, longtime Crane Bros. cashier, lies in a county jail cell facing charges after confessing to embezzling about 5 560 and being suspected in thefts totaling more than 11 000. His gambling spree at Meadows Race Track and Clancy's poker room drained funds he could not replace, ending a trusted career after 12 years and a life built on solid work.

John McDonald Crane Bros McDonald Tenderloin T At the Meadows Faro Bank Clancy

Detective Lane Sent East On Secret Detail

Beasley, an alleged forger charged with two government check forgeries at St Michael Alaska, may return on a South Africa mining trip. Detective Lane sails to New York to monitor Beasley landing and, if needed, arrest him as a fugitive from justice. James Morrison funds the bond and requested the surveillance.

Lane East James F. Beasley Beattie S T. Michael Alaska New York Tane Beasley South Africa Morrison Tex Rickard Africa Delaney Furtive Nome Philippines Capt. Green Uncle Sam St. Michael

Dope Fiend Allegation Faces Spokane Divorce Suit

Angis St. Mary sues for divorce from Mrs. Sophia St. Mary alleging morphine addiction and abandonment. She denies the charge, cites desertion and lack of support, and presents friends’ affidavits. She seeks court-ordered support during the suit. A. Bridge & Co. clothing sale begins Saturday at 1415-1417 Second Ave.

Angus St. Mary Sophia Bt. Mary Spokane Genertion Beattie Fipokane Mrs. @J. Mary A. Bridge & Co

Nominations Sent to Senate by President Roosevelt

The nominations sent to the senate include W. H. Hunt of Montana for the district judge and A. D. Chamberlain for the register of lands at Douglas Wyoming.

Washington, D. C Senate Roosevelt W. H. Hunt Montana A.D. Chamberlain Register of Lands Douglas Wyo

Missouri Disaster Lists Names of Dead Sailors

The story presents a roster of fallen Missouri crew members and relatives, noting origins from Indiana South Dakota and New York. It covers the ongoing investigation into the explosion, mentions missing or misaligned names, and references relief funds established by the president and secretary of the navy for dependents and next of kin.

Patrick Donnelly Chicago Moe Orvell Butte Mont A. CC J. K. Peterson W. J. Bogard H. Cherbarth B. J. Mulligan William C. Davidson Indiana Cleveland Roche Joan M Landeman New York Michael Roche County Kerry Ireland Tobin Robert CC Roscoe Pakin Kivlen Kearney J Dallas Tex Kearney Kivien Dallas Kennedy Joseph F Seamoon Waco Texkin William Kennedy Pove Tenn Bloxopoulos Jerremos Coxswain Newport News Merl Jeremos Bloxopoulos Paxo Greece Braun Peter Joseph Rose Gross Meyer Charles Henry Oshkosh Wiskin Loulean Meyer Smith August Rick Charles Bowton Anita Zeliger Mission Street San Francisce Soder Neston Tealdence Eric Soder Jefia Sweden W. L Navy Department Donnelly Thomas Joseph Missouri Ernest A. Weichert Connecticut Naval Academy Massachusetts Marblehead Gloucester Helena United States

Telegraph dispatches mourn ship loss and rescue tale

President Roosevelt sent condolences to Admiral Barker and the Navy as the Missouri suffered a catastrophic explosion. Captain Cowles reported hundreds of inquiries from relatives while a story of a sailor’s self sacrifice emerged. Officials described slow gunfire and no turret roof damage in preliminary findings.

Barker Department Moody Down Secretary of the Navy Aum Seerstacy Moody Pienbacola Fia Cowles Miasouri Bolund

Happy Dog Show Winners Dominate Beach Event at Madison Park

Winners at the Madison Park beach dog show include John Riplinger's Styried Bargeant first in setter class, Cocker spaniel Duke Royal owned by C Galwell first, Wootenbang owned by Frank J Moore first in pointer class, and Black Baby owned by T. 8. Griffith first in collectura. Capt Delaney files meal bids for city prisoners and proposes a simple menu. Brannigan the Irish water spaniel owned by Capt Swift wins four first prizes.

Madison Park John Riplinger Rh. C. Galwell Frank J. Moore T. 8. Griffith BE. A. Swift Thin City Brannigan England Swift A. Bridge & Co

Hackmen Strike for Shorter Hours and Higher Wages

Hackmen in Ban Phancibo walk out this morning seeking shorter hours and better pay. Nearly all city hackmen participate, with echoes of Chicago unrest where unburied bodies highlighted the drivers’ strike and stalled hearses.

Ny Berions News BAN Phancibco Hackmen's Union Hackmen's Chicago

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Voring Martha Tuffts Prince Bscripps News Ass'n Justice Cann Scrippe News Asa'n Croker J. Redelsheimer & Co First Ave Cor, Columbia BIG Marble Company Gam Bon Capt Gridley Academy W. T. Neumann Annapolis California Honolulu Norfolk Illinois Pensacola Davidson Admiral Barker North Atlantic President Roosevelt Admiral Parker Theodore Roosevelt Bureau of Navigation Albany Board of Works Chain Gang Bupper Tokelas, Singerman & Co Seneca Hackmen Cmartiys Klondike McCarthy Dry Goods Company Fiesaa
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