Convent fire in St Genevieve claims many lives
A disastrous fire at St Anne's Convent in St Genevieve destroys the big building. Seventeen dead are named among aged residents and schoolgirls aged 11 to 18, with more feared dead as rescuers search ruins. The village lacked a fire brigade and aid came from Montreal. Sisters Marie Theresa and Marta Robertine likely perished saving children.
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Beripps News Aswan
St. Anne's
St. Genevieve
Sun
Phe
Infmm
Montreal
Ragetaria
Marceline Vellemarie
Irene Brertram
Elegantine Brouzex
Emma Terrault
Roberts
Madame Cardinal
Miss Garand
Miss Tessier
Leonard Dcoust
Miss Dugas
Margaret Olivin
Marie Lelonde
Marie Theresa
Marta Robertine
Tug Crash Causes Flyer Passenger Turmoil In West Seattle
A tug ahead of a flyer collision near West Seattle on Thursday at 8 45 p m led to passengers being thrown and a calamitous near miss with an unknown tug. Fire and police responded to the scene as crews investigated.
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West Seattle
Collision near Seattle aboard the Flyer causes panic
A near collision with the vessel Seattle narrowly averted a night-time incident when the Flyer struck panic among passengers. Passengers rushed to windows and some women tried to exit as officers calmed the crowd. The Flyer bailed the tug and continued to Seattle. Captain Cassina could not explain the tug’s action. Weather was clear. inspectors are now investigating.
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Seattle
A. B. Cassina
Tnepectora
Woman Convicted of Grand Larceny in County Court
A case in the county court involved a woman charged with grand larceny. The jury returned after instructions and found the defendant guilty of stealing a reception gown a bonnet a tile cape and other adornments. The husband showed sympathy but the defendant was fined $100 and sentenced to one month in jail.
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Charlotte
Jalunder
Matrowly
Convie
Peer
Line to survey ground for new head in Clearwater region
Worthington vice president and a party including D R K Miller and P O'Brien arrived by private car seeking ground for a new line into the Clearwater. They plan to inspect routes through the area as Northern Pacific and O R & N have long competed for the connection.
Rail strike called off at midnight amid failed action
Rome reports the Prommutes strike ending at midnight after a failed effort. Workers vow to continue on the roads as best they can. Separate items note unlawful manipulations alleged against society and appointments in the Equitable and Dig insurance circles.
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Rome
Equitable Today
United States
Rethe Dig Insurance Company
Fire destroys railroad tickets at Ferry Building in San Francisco
Fire this morning in the Southern Pacific office at the Ferry Building destroyed thousands of railroad tickets. The loss may disrupt duplication and aid ticket scalpers who purchase return ends as gone and destroyed.
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San Francisco
Southern Pacific
City Hall Move Plan Abandoned For Keezer Triangle
The city hall commissioners decide to drop the Yeeler block relocation and may build a temporary wooden city hall on the Keezer triangle outside fire limits. County officials offer 18 months free use of the Yesler block and plan a future courthouse, with bond votes likely to fail.
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Yesler
Fire destroys two blocks in Browneville settlement
Fire in Browneville on the Brooklyn outskirts consumed two blocks of houses. Many daring rescues were reported with a fireman missing amid the blaze.
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Brooklyn
Browneville
Joliffe Fined After Assault Charge in City Court
Joliffe a feed and stableman in the city was fined 10 dollars and costs by Justice George Thurs day for assaulting a police officer. He plans a civil suit in superior court claiming rough treatment during arrest by Patrolman Cameron and Jael Corbett. Cameron convicted Joliffe of assault and battery. arrest judgment was asked pending the warrant.
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N. T. Joliffe
Costa
George
Joliffe
Cameron
Jael Corbett
Patroljman Cameron
Guile
British cruiser Hogue ordered to sea with full team
Hong Kong April 21 The armored cruiser Hogue of the British squadron is ordered to proceed to sea with full outfit at two hours notice. Signs of inactivity are observed on other ships of the squadron.
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Hong Kong
Hogue
O Squadron
Weather Spotter: Weekend Forecast Amid Gentle Winds
The Weather Spotter notes tonight and Saturday will be fair with light north winds. The humorous blurb hints at uncertainty about Sunday and wishes the weather man does not disappoint the ladies.
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North
Woodmen Fix Slate and Head Officials Named
The Woodmen of the World plan to fix their slate with A F E Sutherland Denver as head adviser J C Lat scaw Pueblo head clerk and R E F Snodgrass Eugene head banker T M Robinson Oakland W C Hawley Salem and James Stanhouse Denver as head manager Delegates will attend the theater in the evening and visit Catalina Island Saturday and Sunday.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Bank
Denver
A. F E. Sutherland
Freeno
J.C. Latscaw
Pueblo
R. E F. Snodgrass
Eugene
Ore
T. M. Robinson
Oakland
W. C. Hawley
Salem
James Stanhouse
Catalina Ieland
Feasting on a $250 Dog Stirs Tense Tribal Feud
A wild tale from the switch yards centers on P. M. Lowden and Antonio Flamingo Car nivorous with a $250 dog served as a feast. Kelly, owner of the prize canine, seeks restitution as tribes claim the dog fed the hungry men. A humorous yet heated account spans hotels, parades, and detective questions.
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Antonio Flamingo Carnivorous
Hotel de Igorrote
Switch Yards
P. M. Lowdon
Philippines
Seattle
P. M. Lowden
Sunny Isles
Antonio
British Columbia
M. Kelly
London
Kelly
Cnowes
Hotel de Scorrete
Dr. Hunt
Antonio Flamingo
Mrs McLean Named DAR President in Washington
Mrs Donald McLean of New York was elected president of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Washington by 562 votes to 322. After the first ballot Mrs Charles W Lippitt withdrew. Vice presidents elected were Mrs Mary Woodrow Swift and Mrs Franklin E Brooks. Other officers include Miss Mary Desha and Miss Virginia Miller. Mrs McLean is noted for patriotic addresses.
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Washington
Donald McLean
New York
Wes
Daughters of the American Revolution
Sternberg
Charles W. Lippitt
Mary Woodewift
San Lranciaco
Franklin E. Brooks
Colorado Springs
Mies Mary Desha
Virginia Miller
Washington, D. C
Register
Stewart Jamison
Washington, D.C
Mclean
News of Crusade Sunday Update
Sunday bulletin reports ongoing crusade activities with emphasis on gathering support and scheduling events. References diverse locations and participants within the movement.
Men's Meetings Spotlight Sunday Revival Talks
Sunday revival services feature men's meetings with speakers at multiple venues. Dr Ostrom addresses at Grand Opera House at 3 PM, Dr Chapman at First Presbyterian, Dr Walton at Masonic Temple at 7 20 PM, and Dr Brezie at the armory at 7 20 PM.
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Ostrom
Grand Opera House
Chapman
First Presbyterian
Ehurch
Walton
Masonic Temple
Brelzie
Armory
P. mi
Revivalists Plan Meeting At Japanese Baptist Church
A unique gathering is set for Saturday night at the Japanese Baptist church on Sixth Avenue and Maynard to address Japanese audiences. Evangelists expect 3560 Orientata in attendance with Dr. Walton speaking and Mr. Pugh as vocalist.
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Sixth Avenue
Maynard
the Evangelista
Walton
Mr. Pugh
Salvation Army requests speaker for Saturday meeting
The Salvation Army asks Dr. Chapman to address their Saturday night gathering, promising a crowd of 700 people as the potential turnout. The appeal highlights the event's sizable audience and the ministry’s outreach.
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Salvation Army
Dr. Chapman
Promine
Aged Folks Meeting At Grand Opera House
Hundreds of aged residents gathered at the Grand opera house Friday afternoon at 8 to hear Dr Ostrom. The event titled aged folks meeting drew large attendance and enthusiasm with transport arranged for attendees. Saturday evening Dr Needham will speak to men only in a gospel tent.
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Grand Opera House
Ostrom
Needham
Will of Judge Osborn Sets Bequest to Widow and Children
The will filed Thursday by Judge Osborn bequeaths one third of his estate to his widow and a quarter of the remainder to each of his four children. The article also lists numerous local legal actions and personal notices, including burglaries, divorces, arrests, and community events.
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Osborn
Tallman
Unit States Lunch Counter Company
H. 8. Emerson Company
Howard Peters
Henry Rogers
C. C. Reber
Enumclaw
L. M. Potter
Superior Court
Mackintosh
Arthur A. Undenosh
W. M. H. Burkett
J. W. Collins
Thomas Hallam
Little Zelma Miller
Sheriff Smith
Edward Pratt
Leonard
Elsie Miller
George Fifet
Lillian Fifet
H. Dahl
Flist Avenue
Si Wers
J. F. Alingsworth
Bowers
Williamh. Gardner
The
Canadian Pacific
New Westminster
B. C
May Escape for Bertha Robinson in Jewelry Theft Case
Bertha Robinson may avoid punishment after admitting to stealing $400 worth of jewelry from Mrs. Florence Row at the Greystone where she worked as a maid. No formal complaint has been filed, and prosecutors face reluctance from the victims.
Russians Depart From Kamranh Bay
London reports say Admiral Rozestvenskys fleet left Kamranh Bay at dawn and may seek to engage the Japanese fleet near Formosa. Nebogatoffs squadron believed to be allied, with eight first class battleships and three armored cruisers among ships ready for battle.
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Geripps News
London
Rojestvensky
Kamranh Bay
Formosa Ieland
Nebogatoff
RosJestvensky
Heinze Wins Minnie Healy Mine Suit for Second Time
Montana copper king F Augustus Heinze prevailed in the Minnie Healy mine case for the second time. The Montana Supreme Court upheld Judge Harney's favorable ruling in favor of Heinze, over Finlen and Devlin, about ownership of the $10 000 000 mine amid a protracted litigation saga tied to copper era power and Brackett episode accusations.
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Helena
Mont
F. Augustus Heinze
Montana Copper King
Minnie D. Healy
Supreme Court
Harney
Silver Bow County
Minnie Healy
Meaderville
Augustus Heinze
John Devlin
Devlin
Miles Finlen
Marcus Daly
Copper Hill
Daly
Finlen
Finten
Healy
Heinze
Montana
West
Standard Oil
Butte
Chicago
District Court
John Lindsey
Edward W. Harney
Fede
Brackett
Thornton Hotel
Hareney
Seal
Building Boom in Seattle Tops West Coast Cities
B A Worthington of the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Company told a Star reporter on Thursday that Seattle has more building going on than any city on the coast, highlighting a surge in construction activity and growth in the metropolis.
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Seattle
B. A. Worthington
The
Oregon Railroad & Navigation Company
Star
Aeronaut John Leonard Dies by Own Hand in Tacoma Park
In Tacoma on April 21 John Leon ard, a noted aeronaut, shot himself at Pony Defiance Park. Accompanied by Quidenwdy Leonard who traveled from Seattle, letters in Leonard's clothing hinted at past escapades and a Seattle woman named Hannah sought reconciliation through a final note found among his possessions.
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Tacoma
John Leonard
Pony Defiance Park
Quidenwdy Leonard
Seattle
Hannah
Leonard
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Willam M. Rice
Meikle
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Port Townsend
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Dearborn Astreet
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