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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1902

Page

3

Pianos On Sale From D Johnston Company In Seattle

The D Johnston Company launches a big price cut sale with upright pianos from 15 to 220 and organs from 47 to 68, featuring Chickering Kimball Weber Hobart M Cable and more. Readily warranted instruments, with examples showing prices far below typical retail, and attractive second hand organ options available.

Seattle Chickering & Sons Boston America Kimball Chicago Weber Hobart M. Cable D. & Johnston Company

Shipping traffic at Fairhaven and nearby bunkers

The Edith from San Francisco arrived at 4 am and loads coal at the bunkers. The Roanoke is expected tomorrow to finish loading canned salmon for Fairhaven. The Riojun Maru from Nippon Yusen Koteha arrived after 1 pm with Japanese passengers and Oriental goods. The Pacific Coast Co handles about 60 000 tons of coal monthly at the bunkers, with 40 000 tons used locally and the rest shipped to Alaska and Portland.

Edith San Francisco Roanoke Fairhaven Tontaht Nippon Yusen Koteha Line Orient Pacific Coast Co Alaska Portland

Belford to sail with 84265 bushels of wheat for UK

About 10 000 tons were taken to supply the company's steamers. The Belford will sail tomorrow with a cargo of 84265 bushels of wheat valued at 46600 for the United Kingdom. The Cottage City sails tonight for Lynn Canal with a large passenger list. The Humboldt sailed for Lynn Canal last night with 66 passengers and general cargo. Among the passengers was the new German consul to Dawanon.

Belford Hea United Kingdom Lynn Canal Humboldt Alackaete

Markets report with California goods inflow and price notes

The Western avenue market featured a large California goods disposal with staple commodities at firm prices. Receipts included oranges bananas potatoes and various fruits with mixed price corrections. listings cover greens, citrus, vegetables, dairy, poultry, meats, and grains along with corrected daily dock prices for producers and a Chicago Wheat note.

California Western Avenue Hutter Eags

Kegleys Coffee Sale At Bargain Prices

Local retailer promotes morning sale on java and mocha coffee from 9 to 10 30 a m. priced at 29 cents per pound. Special offer includes two 4 ounce pound cans in Baltimore with per can pricing.

Baltimore

The Blind Goddess and Key Local Legal Notices

Walter Basson, a former night clerk, sues civil service commissioners claiming unjust discharge last November over an incident at a theater gallery. J A Williams sues eight parties including Gold Hill Mining for $2,004 alleging swindle of his mining stake. A restraining order is signed. A receiver is appointed for Tontine Savings Association. Bridge plans across the Snoqualmie River reviewed by county. war secretary approval received. Two suits filed against Seattle Electric Co and city over grade changes affecting property. Attorney W F Hays notes possible appeal to the supreme court. Arthur Mumbee sues Pacific Steamship Co for $6000 over injuries from a bunkered deck.

Walter 8. Basson Civil Service Commissioners Masson G. W. Dickinson J. ®& Willams A. James William A. Oliphant Gold Hill Mining Company Williams A. Payne Tontine Mavings Association Bnoqualmic River Secretary of War Seattle Electric Company City of Seattle Dennis Conroy KR. Damus Eastlake Avenue Seattle Elrectric Company F. Hays Washington Dredging and Improvement Company Tallman Hays Supreme Court Arthur Mumbee The Pacific Steamship Co

General Taxing of Sound Boats Opinion Urges County Levy

Prosecuting Attorney Fulton submitted an official opinion to the county commissioners arguing that vessels registered in any customs in this state cannot be tax exempt. The ruling, if upheld, would invalidate the existing exemption and allow tax collection on sound boats, potentially adding thousands to the county coffers.

Fulton Board of County Commissioners Washingon

Seattle Federation of Women's Clubs Elects Officers

The Seattle Federation of Women's Clubs held its annual meeting in the New York block. Mrs. J. F. T. Mitchell was elected president and other officers named for two years. A report on billboard ads and federation growth, including a new club Duwamish, was presented along with progress on a Washington state history book and a larger traveling library. The next regular meeting is Thursday. St John’s Lodge will hold a special communication this evening at 8 o'clock. Furniture for sale and a 6 room flat rental are listed at 1221 Ist Avenue.

Seattle Federation of Women’s Clubs New York J. F. T. Mitchell Paul Loud Gertrude A. Holtz Ida I.ee Blanche McDonald Charlotte Brintwell Will H. Parry Will #H. Parry The Duwamish Kirk C. Ward Washington Federation

Meteor Brings Freight from San Francisco to Puget Sound

The steamer Meteor of Globe Navigation Co arrived from San Francisco last night with 709 tons of tin goods for salmon packing at Fairhaven. She discharged 100 tons of freight for Tacoma and 10 tons of steel plate for the Puget Sound Navy Yard.

Meteor Globe Navigation Company San Francisco Fairhaven Tacoma Puget

Tug George T. Sold To Pacific Packing Company

The George T., formerly owned by George T. Myers, a Puget Sound canneryman, is purchased by the Pacific Packing and Navigation Company. The 74 foot tug with an eight foot six inch hold depth and Heateh marine boilers will be sent to southeastern Alaska.

The Pacific Packing and Navigation Company George T George T. Myers Puget Sound Heateh Alaska

KILLED BY LIVE WIRE ON REPUBLICAN STREET

Frank Oxender, 32, a Seattle Electric Co lineman, was fatally electrocuted while testing a live circuit at Republican Street and Pontius Avenue. He was hurled from a pole after Foreman Dick energized the line. Dr W N Powers pronounced him dead. the coroner ordered the body to Shutterworth's morgue. Oxender leaves a wife and two children in Minnesota.

Republican Street Pontius Avenue Frank Oxender Seattle Electric Co Wes Oxender Oxender An— & Pele W. N. Powers Shutterworth Anthony Fifth Avenue Minnesota Washington Bryan Electrical Workers’ Union

Clever Men Battle In Seattle Lightweight Showdown

The Armory Hall hosts a highly anticipated lightweight bout between Perry Queenan and Hawkins. Both fighters have long records, with Hawkins boasting a string of victories and a disputed recent decision. Expect a crowd from Seattle and surrounding towns as both contenders weigh in at 136 pounds and prepare for a close, evenly matched duel.

Perry Queenan Daiwkins Armory Hall Seattle Hawkins

Japanese girl in hospital after shooting remains in serious condition

Natsu a Japanese girl shot last Saturday by her jealous husband remains at Providence hospital in a precarious condition doctors Wiltsie and Buckley attending her announced today she will probably live

Natsu Providence Hospital Dra. Wiltsie Buckley

Daily Navy Yard Excursion Times Noted for Tours

Authorities remind riders of the Colman dock schedule for tours aboard the Navy Yard excursion. Boats depart at 6 30 a m 8 00 a m 10 00 a m 1 15 p m and 4 30 p m daily aboard the Oregon battleship voyage.

Navy Yard Oregon Colman Dock

Des Moines Mob Demands Lynch Over Mine Deaths

Two Black workers at Marquinville mines were jailed on murder suspicions regarding the Peterson children. A growing mob gathered, threats of lynching reported, and deputies prepared for possible attack while officials claim prisoners were moved for safety.

Des Moines Marquinville Two Y Peterson Nog

Theaters Al Grand and Beattie Offer Mixed Vaudeville and Dramas

The Grand presents Al Field’s Minstrels with melody and comedy, while Beattie Theater features fashionable vaudeville and trained cats in matinee and evening shows. Third Avenue Theater runs The Denver Express and Rueben Comes to Town, with a large up-town cast and ongoing performances through the week. Nathan Hale, by Clyde Fitch, draws a favorable reception at the Howard Kyle company showing.

al. Field the Grand Beattie Theater Third Avenue Theater Denever Express Rueben Reuben Herman Perlet Bert Daniels Uel Cur Davis Irley White Mike Porter Davin Giggles Ruby Rothwell Pejema Polly Molly Mutton Carrie Verona George Er Chet Nathan Hale Howard Kyle Clyde Fitch

County Treasurer reports quarterly financials for first quarter

County Treasurer McConnaughey releases the quarterly report showing 1901 tax receipts at 689,905 394, prior years 41,603.76 and total 721,508.15. Lice fees and misc receipts bring total 780,496.38 for the year so far with a year start balance of 213,235.85. Disbursements for three months run 698,822.10 against receipts 1,163,558.68 leaving 693,960.63 on hand.

McConnaugheyy Disby

Fight at Germania Hall Promises 20 Round Glove Bout

Tommy Reilley and Bob H prepare for a 20 round 160 pound contest at Germania Hall ne on Thursday evening April 17. The match carries a $500 side bet and gate receipts. Both boxers are described as fast and proficient.

Tommy Reilley Bob H Germania Hall

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