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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1899
Page
2
The Seattle Star reports on bellicose Dominion sentiment and calls for militia training, plus a flawed Snoqualmie Falls inquiry that shows city officials powerless to probe municipal abuses. It also satirizes expansionism, Aguinaldo musings, and odd civic economy notes about wave of cheap meals and street cleanup.
In Frenchtown and Delphos area, May and Elizabeth Bandent grow up as friends and students unaware they are sisters. A nun at the organs' home in Toledo reveals their kinship after years apart. The siblings were adopted by separate families following the deaths of John and Susan Bandent.
Erie and British Columbia reports show surface prospects thriving as summer shipping expands. Copper valued at high prices drives expectation across North Fork Balmon river claims including Helle Rosa Jupiter and the Two regular shippers. Crosscuts and shafts at Good Luck Consolidated Republic and Alexander Dilley mine indicate rising ore values with several samples returning high silver lead and gold content. A Montreal firm led by O G Laberee and Spokane investors hold significant stock in Collateral Virtue ties while newly struck ore on Collateral reportedly runs around 50 per ton with a 16 inch paystream.
Miss Fleming at Marvard Observatory reports a new star in Sagittarius through photographic work spanning 12 years with a European American team. The article highlights women astronomers including Mme Dorothy Kilmike and Miss Charlotte A. Scott, noting significant roles in measurement, charting, and mathematical analysis.
Houston observes the sixty third anniversary of the San Jacinto battle with a civic parade, a Bailey speech, and a large fireworks and flower parade. The event honors General Sam Houston and Texas independence won at San Jacinto on April 21, 1836. A grand display features portraits of General Houston and the battleship Texas, with ceremonies continuing into the evening. Remember the Alamo echoes through the celebration as Texans recall the decisive fight for independence.
Geologists warn a future Antarctic ice cap collapse could flood Europe Asia and North America with water rising a mile high. A wall of ice and loosened icebergs may surge across the equator, burying low lands. The Hordegrevink expedition gains interest as Londoners consider safety measures.
Philadelphia announces a major exposition planned for September 4 to November 90 to promote American manufacturers. It is led by the Philadelphia Commercial Museum and the Franklin Institute with $1,000,000 in funding from city, state, and national sources and aims to showcase U S products for export alongside European goods.
In Philadelphia on April 20 Mrs. Sarah Johnson of 644 Emily Street plunged into flames while intoxicated, cried Come and see me then fell unconscious and died. Spectators watched in horror as emergency crews responded to the deadly scene.
In Bucklin Missouri two women claimed to be Elliott Smith widow as his body was laid to rest near Hucklin. Smith left Bucklin eight years ago, supported his family monthly, and was seen as a model husband. He died after a fall through a skylight at the Missouri Kansas and Texas freight depot in St Louis.
A cautionary list of dress etiquette advises against fashion missteps while noting Mary Carlson of Galmeburg DL who died after cutting and swallowing matches heads. The tragedy follows a morning incident that left her family distressed until physicians failed to save her.
Columbus April 20 teachers report a mysterious medicine in labeled vials sent to about one hundred teachers. Pharmacists deny knowledge of the drug or its distribution and fear imitators of a New York poisoning case. Staff analyses show no poison yet, but officials worry one vial may be poisoned.
Douglas White entertained Seattle theatergoers last night with a lively talk on Philippine conditions. Using stereopticon views he guided the audience through Manila streets and battle-scarred countryside, delivering an engaging hour of commentary on current events there.
A lecture praising Admiral Dewey and his aides drew praise for the land and sea operations as Washington volunteers were pictured on screen. Tonight, Mr White speaks on Dewey's Victory and the Land It Brought Us with reduced admission for students. Tomorrow, Stuart Robron offers The Meddlers at Beattie Theatre followed by Two Rogues and a Romance. Cyrano de Bergerac continues at Third Avenue, with Lions feeding on stage nightly. Curtain rises promptly at 8.
In a gleaming room beneath an October sky, Reginald asks Clara for a clear future together. She answers with pride that she can cook potatoes in 16 different ways, sealing a tentative understanding as the evening winds and toad calls echo outside.
Old fashioned Mignardise braid returns for decorative orgy patterns with fine results. Maize sachets trace wavering water lines in tiny bead spangles. Vegetable parchment candle shades glow with painted colors and gold. A three sheet glass screen with ribbon joins forms a novelty photo screen. Excezes are crafted as inverted water forms with stalk handles. White and yellow satin petals and green leaves create floral motifs. Silk scraps become elegant sheaths for folding fans. Fayal towels replace linen covers on side tables with drawn work endings. Tea cloths shift from gold linen to cream and white linens suitable for embroidery or drawn work and fringing.
Transactions list names buyers and sellers including Sarah Fitzpatrick Edward Bussey Charlies Pear son Nisqually Farm Co John Eielson C L Andrews W Ferris Sarah Hunt George Berry man William Gyar James F E Zook HH Kay Kerr and others. Amounts range from 100 to 1000 dollars with parcels in Denny's First Add Squire Park Gilman Park Union Depot Add Blaine Blaine etc. acres and sections noted with several undivided interests and half interests including 5 acres and 6.5 acre tracts in various additions and districts.
A brief patron appeal urges potential customers to support the advertiser. The note emphasizes trust, commitment, and mutual benefit as key reasons to engage. It underscores reliability and community ties without offering specifics.
Selden G Marvin transfers lot 5 and part of lot 4 to J K Smith for $2 and undivided halves of lots 3 and 4 in Third motor line addition, with adjacent conveyances between John C Smith and Selden G Marvin and back. Cheedle conveys lots 7 and 8 in Hazlewood add for $1 with city supplemental notes. Some mention of newly tinted linen book covers noted.
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