Eloping Couple Stopped by Detective at Indianapolis
Miss Minnie Leonard of Kentucky arrived from Louisville to wed J. Cabanne of St Louis in Indianapolis. A detective intervened at the Union station after a telegram from her father foiled the plan. The bride and groom, both distressed, prepared to return to Louisville under guard as the father’s interference resolved.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Minnie Leonard
Louiseville
J. & Cabanne
St. Louis
Union Railway Station
N. Leonard
Eddyville
Papa
Louisville
Iona Hn
Weather Forecast for Genttle and Vicinity Tonight and Tuesday
Fair weather and cooler conditions expected tonight and Tuesday. High pressure over Montana and the British possessions to the north, and a low over the Boise City Idaho area. No rain in northern Oregon or Washington, slight rain at the Columbia River mouth and in southern Oregon and parts of California. Temperatures remain warm overall in the northwest declines slightly in California.
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Genttle
Montana
Boise City
Ida
Oregon
Washington
Columbia
California
San Francisco
Northwest
Delicate July and August Gowns in Batiste Lace
Soft white gowns designed for July and August use feature lavish Valenciennes lace trims on bodices and sleeves with inward slanting lace insertions. Blue ribbons finish waistlines while skirts present long fuller cuts with apron fronts, fitted flounces, and decorative lace tuckings. Sleeves are looser for cooling comfort.
Odd Names of Western Towns
A Spokane Spokesman Review note discusses frontier naming habits. It cites Hangman Creek and the failed shift to the name Sarah. Senator Plumveer of Spokane County has introduced a bill in Olympia to effect the name change.
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Washington
Spokane Spokesman- Review
Spokane
Sarah
Plumveer
Olympia
Job O Sullivan’s Big Vaudeville at Third Avenue Theater
Amusements notice shows Job O Sullivan leading a big vaudeville company at the Third Avenue Theater with likely performances announced.
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Third Avenue Theater
Jobo L. Sullivans
Big Vaudeville Company
Oregon Post Office Names and Nomenclature Debate
The article notes proposed and rejected name changes in Oregon and Idaho towns and post offices. It cites Alicall becoming Arlington, Bully Creek disliked but Bake Oven retained, and lists numerous odd local names such as Burnt Ranch Gooseberry Haystack Lobster Long Tom Mule Shake Shirk Starveout and Sucker, with call for further improvements.
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Oregon
Alicall
Arlington
Bully Creek
Waller Dee
Patterson's Cruise: Coast Survey Vessel to Alaska and Yukon
The coast survey steamer Patterson will depart San Francisco for a cruise along the Alaska coast. The voyage extends to the Yukon river and Bering Sea to conduct sounding and surveys for the new coast and geodetic survey chart. Captain Pratt will command, formerly of the coast and geodetic survey bureau at Seattle.
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The
Star
Coast Survey
Patterson
San Francisco
Alaskan
Yukon River
Bering Sea
Pratt
Coast and Geodetic Survey Bureau
Beattle
Talking Clocks and Their Many Uses in Daily Life
The article describes a new talking clock that combines a clock with a talking machine. It would announce the hour with clear sounds and could wake a person at a set time, playing tunes or messages. Trade opinions predict rapid declines of plain cuckoo and trumpeter clocks as talking clocks gain popularity.
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William Riley
Sullivan and his company to perform at Third Avenue theater
John L. Sullivan and a troupe of specialty artists perform all week at the Third Avenue theater. The show promises unique acts and clever numbers with “The peers of minutes.” The Beatie theater is expected to be packed again tonight for the final city engagement. Scottish poet Ian Maclaren to feature at Beattice theater Wednesday evening.
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John L. Sullivan
Third Avenue
Arna
John L
Jake Kilrain
Primrote
Docksalader
Beatie Theater
Lan Maclaren
Seoottiah
Beattice Theater
Wedagaday
New Roller Coaster Promises Upside Down Thrills
The New York Journal reports a planned roller coaster modification by inventor Edwin Bregcott of Arlington Mass. The design features a loop and rapid somersaults driven by centrifugal forces. Passengers will stay in the car and endure the ride by gripping, screaming, and trusting physics.
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Coney Taland
New York Journal
Eewin Bregcott
Arlington
Mass
Mr. Preacotts
Prescott
Lucky Thirteen Thought on Fears and Folklore Across Ages
The article surveys superstition around the number thirteen, noting fear despite civilization. It cites ancient Persians Indians and native Americans, Jewish and IncaAztec traditions, and claims many notable events in American history occurred on the thirteenth, especially Fridays.
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Saya
Philadelphia Times
India
Aaron
Milan
South America
Peru
Wallace's New Job on Pacific Steamers
Captain Thomas Wallace, longtime master of the steamship Walla Walla, is appointed superintendent of Pacific Coast company's steamers at Broadway wharves 1 and 2% San Francisco. He succeeds Captain J. H. Bennett. Wallace, a renowned Pacific coast mariner, is brother of Captain Wallace of the Cottage City. Captain Gage, former master of the Al-K, will command the Walla Walla.
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Thomas Wallace
Walla Walla
Pacific Coasts Company
Broadway
San Francisco
J. H. Bennett
Wallace
Cottage City
Gage
Al-K
Dust and money tales from a playful child column
A four year old asks if boys are made of dust and fears a nurse’s whisk broom. A boy questions a mule’s money prompting a test. Johnny, a story-loving pupil, imagines becoming a states senator from Newark after reading the papers.
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Johnny
Newark
Frogless switch aims to prevent railroad accidents
John Graham of Fort Worth Texas invents a frogless switch to replace traditional guard rails. A swinging rail is pivoted between head chairs six feet apart and operated by a bridle rod, with ends pointed to fit snugly into the main rail, removing the need to slow trains at switches.
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John Graham
Fort Worth
Tex
Embroidered Strappings For Summer Bodices In Silk
A Victorian era tip guides women to transform ivory white taffeta silk into strips for straps and bands. It recommends embroidery with chain stitch in multiple thread colors to create a Persian looking design on a white background using garnet bright greens yellows and blues for an Oriental effect.
Thought Kisses Were for Her
A prominent city lawyer recalls his daughter walking with him when a neighbor’s wife accuses him of improper conduct and asks for a plausible excuse to appease the neighbor, fearing her husband might react when he returns home.
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Hite
Kien
Reprehensible conduct and a father’s plea
The text recounts a courtroom moment where a father, faced with a serious charge, recalls a lighter dispute with his daughter. He asks the daughter to explain their dinner activity, revealing a prior odd game that influences the prosecution’s view. The scene ends with the lawyer withdrawing in defeat amid a tense town atmosphere.
Goat from Iowa ship jailed after drunken wake at San Francisco
The goat mascot from the USS Iowa was arrested for drunk and disorderly conduct after attending a wake at Carew English on Van Ness Avenue. A sailor companion escorted the animal partway to the station, then returned to join the celebration. The mascot was towed to port with a damaged propeller shaft and will be returned to friends and ship. The wake for the dead lasted until 2 AM and police were called to ensure safety.
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Carew & English
van Ness Avenue
Oak Street
Kain
Iowa
Waa
Bill
San Francisco Chronicle
Seattle Inklings and Local Ledger of Suits
Seattle Inklings reports George Richards and George Christopher sued this afternoon for violating a bicycle ordinance over fast riding. Bank clearances totaled $958,588.59 with balances of $45,279.05. The Mamie Mining & Milling Company incorporated with zero capital stock. Listed trustees include John W. Barber EB HH Thomas T A Hunter Moree Barber Chas Wilson and T P Hoag.
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George Richards
George Christopher
Mamie Mining & Milling Company
John W. Barber
EB. HH. Thomas
T. A. Hunter
Moree Barber
Chas, Wilson
T. P. Hoag
Judge hears chilling confession in cold blood killing
A prisoner admits killing a man in cold blood after a tense courtroom exchange with the judge. The conversation reveals a motive tied to a heated incident in the office when the victim opened a coat and asked if it was hot enough, while the judge notes the bones of an average man weigh twenty pounds and a woman's bones lighter.
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Thiamias
Akeleton
Fragmented Clippings Note Odd Facts From 19th Century Era
A jumble of short notes highlights diverse curiosities from the era. Entries mention insane counts in the U S, Russian army pay, ear shape, Egyptian tombs, a Texas tombstone, a Missouri inventor, a nickel iron cobalt meteor, a Memphis pyramid project, and a rural school story contest with comic misdirections.
Rates from Seattle to Alaska Ports Set By Company
Canadian Development company announces through rates from Seattle to Dawson and intermediate Alaskan points with first class fares to Skagway $25 Juneau $25 Bennett $35 Wrangel $90. Free class to Dawson fixed at $135. Second class fares are $10 lower until May 1 and then lower by 7.56 to align with Alaska Steamship Association rates.
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Seattle
Dawson
Alaskan
Canadian Development Company
Skagway
Juneau
Bennett
Wrangel
Alaska Steamship Association
Knapp Reports US Aid For Japanese Agriculture
Dr. Knapp of the United States Department of Agriculture studied Japan's farming and trade, praising Kiushin rice for seed quality. He shipped ten tons to the U.S. for distribution, estimating potential $2 million annual savings for millers if U.S. rice matches Japanese quality. He notes Japan's limited arable land, high labor costs, and growing shift to manufactures while still importing wheat, sugar, cotton, and meat.
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A. Knapp
United States Department of Agriculture
Pacific
Kiusth
Japan
Department of Agriculture
Department
Formosa
United States
Knapp
Philippines
Ahe
China
Ladies' Ribbed Vests In Fine Jersey Selection
Ladies' fine jersey ribbed vesta offered with or without wings. Excellent wearing and value at only one each. LADIM Swiss ribbed vests with long sleeves, nicely finished and grand wear for only de each.
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Ladids
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