Cushman Defends Protection Across House in Reciprocity Debate
In Washington D C on April 17 Hon Francis W Cushman argued for continued protection while opposing the Cuban reciprocity bill. He said the party must stand for American industries and attacked speaker rules, attributing his thin appearance to political pressure. The Nicaraguan canal bill opened in the Senate with Senator Morgan endorsing the Nicaragua route as the national necessity and safer choice over Panama.
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Nicaragua
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United States
Panama
Small & Sur
Great Northern Railway Plans Move Forward
A city petition confirms Great Northern Railway Co. will build a new depot and terminals at the northern end of the proposed south of King street section. The approval includes a franchise to construct and operate facilities, marking the long promised improvements as starting to materialize.
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Great Northern Rail
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Great Northern Railway Co
Gambling Ring Declared Destroyed in Seattle Shakeup
Clancy brothers acquire Blackchapel property and potential gambling empire in Seattle ends the era of the large gambling houses. Lottery-like slot machines may face new wars as districts shift south of Jackson to accommodate wholesale trade.
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Blackchapel
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Clancy
Clancys
West
Discovery to sail for Nome via inside passage
The Discovery will sail for Nome around mid May, traveling by the inside passage to Dutch Harbor via the north region in June.
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Discovery
Nome
Dutch Harbor
Queen Wilhelmina in Grave Danger Amid Fever Complications
Queen Wilhelmina of Amsterdam endured a severe night with a raging fever and worsening condition. Reports say kidney complications have set in and grave danger looms, prompting public prayers for her recovery.
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Amsterdam
Wilhelmina
San Francisco Street Cars Face Possible Strike
San Francisco may see a city wide street car strike as 3500 Amalgamated Association workers threaten to walk out if United Railways does not halt layoffs and meet their demands. Mayor Schmitz blames company leadership for breaching an earlier agreement and warns of a broad stoppage if no settlement is reached.
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United Railways
Amalgamated Association
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New Loan of 160 Million Subscribed Forty Times Over
London reports that the 160 million dollar loan announced by Sir Michael Hicka Beach in the House of Commons has received subscriptions more than twentyfold, signaling strong market demand.
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London
Michael Hicka-Beach
House of Commons Mandants
Seattle Team Predicted To Dominate Northwest Amateur League
The Seattle ball players expect a strong season with a model team after a decisive win against Lavita yesterday. Everett’s Dugdale is named as the pitcher for upcoming games against the university team and Seattle league mates, signaling a sharp, hard contest ahead.
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Farewell to Palma on Admiral Farragut
Gen Palma president elect of Cuba departs Norfolk aboard the steamer Admiral Farragut. Crowds cheer as he bids farewell, wiping tears, while a military band plays Cuba Libre. Palma plans to assume government May 2. Senora Palma and children will join him in Havana next month.
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Palma
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Emiles
Goodby
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Plasterers Union Sets Record on Building Trades Council
The plasterers' union authorized President Slater to repudiate rumors they left the Building Trades Council. A union source said they are not withdrawn but suspended, and may reaffiliate. The dispute involved working rules allowing five and a half days and joint journeyman work with bosses.
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Too Much Johnson Troubles Hit Two Men
Two men named Johnson report thefts after a night of trouble. Peter lost 120 dollars after taking a foolish powder and dreams of fairies, while Ov8ecar from North Pacific Lodging house woke to 22 dollars and a watch stolen. Both sought help at police headquarters.
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Peter
Ov8ecar
Oacar
North Pacific
France to aid unveil Rochambeau monument in Washington
France will send a general and an admiral with aides, plus two foreign office officers and a warship, to honor the May 4 unveiling of the Rochambeau monument in Washington. The invitation came through President Roosevelt and instruction from Congress.
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Roosevelt
Important Lecture by Newark Manufacturer on Direct Legislation
Important Lecture Elitweed Pomeroy of Newark N J will address the Economic League and the Political Club of the Y M C A next Saturday evening in the Y M C A building. He is a manufacturer who studies economic questions and especially direct popular government. His lecture will focus on direct legislation and cordial invitation is extended.
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Newark
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Economic League
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Za Pass
Reopen of White Swan mine resumes operations in Oregon
REOPEN MINE BAKER CITY Ore April 17 The White Swan mines resumed operations today after five years of litigation This is the third mine in the region to reopen this year.
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Ore
White Swan
Seattle Weather Forecast Sees Light to Fresh SE Winds
For Seattle and Vicinity tonight and Friday, forecast calls for fair skies with winds from the southeast light to fresh in strength. The outlook notes pleasant conditions overall with no precipitation expected and temperatures mild for the period.
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Seattle
Vicinity
Pope Greets Pilgrims At St Peters
In Rome on April 17 the pope descended to St Peters to greet pilgrims in public audience. Reports of a weakened health were unfounded as he appeared in good health and spirits during the visit.
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St. Peters
Inhuman Actions by Philippine Troops Alleged
Two sensational charges from U S soldiers accuse United States officers in the Philippines of brutal abuse and massacres. Corporal Richard O'Brien claims widespread desecration of Pili pig women and villagers killed, including a five year old boy. Ex-Sergeant Edward Davis testifies on the water cure used on an insurgent captain, with officers present during torture and a later card game.
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Washington, D. C
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Senate Philippines
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Conger
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Chinese Exclusion Measure by Platt Adopted in Senate
The Chinese exclusion substitute offered by Platt of Connecticut passed the Senate by a large majority. The new amendment extends and continues existing laws regulating Chinese immigration until December 14, 1900, and ties enforcement to the China United States treaty of March 11, 1894 with provisions for future renewal and executive authority, while noting a single dissent by Senator Hoar.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Prisoner Carlson Commits Suicide in King County Jail Cell
Insane prisoner M Carlson, a Nordic man about 30, hanged himself in a cell near the hospital ward. Found by Night Jailer Fred Berner at 5:30 AM, coroner notified, autopsy set at Butterworth's morgue. Carlson was arrested in Van Asselt yesterday after roaming town. details unclear.
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Carlson's Body Was Cut Down and Removed To Butterworth's Morgue
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Lawson Charged With Giving Intoxicants to Girl
A complaint filed by the prosecuting attorney accuses O V Lawson of giving intoxicating liquors to 14 year old Heulah Baldus. He faces a separate justice court case alleging he poisoned wine given to her at his office about nine months ago. In Tacoma three children died after illness amid widespread concern over ptomaine poisoning from suspected seafood on a train ride from the East. Alfred aged 3 died Monday night, and Minnie 6, Amos 5, and a 9 month old baby also perished Tuesday night after treatment and uncertain causes. An autopsy by Dr F J Schuh found illness linked to ptomaine poisoning from canned salmon, clams and shrimp as the probable cause.
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Philip
F. J. Sehug
Tacoma
Four Baudrau Children Suffer Ptomaine Poisoning
Special to the Star from Tacoma records that four children of Alfred Baudrau, an almost destitute Tacoma family, were stricken by ptomaine poisoning. Local doctors treated the youngsters as the community sought aid and advice.
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Star
Tacoma
Alfred Baudrau
John Brown Bound Over for Trial in Horse Theft Case
John Brown an alleged burglar was bound over to the superior court for trial by Justice Long yesterday afternoon under $750 bond after being caught by police for attempting to steal two horses.
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