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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1903

Page

6

Widow in need seeks civil action against husband for support

In a case before Superior Judge Tallman, Mrs. William Caswell, now at the county hospital infirmary, faces possible poor farm care as her husband reportedly has money but refuses to support her. County officials say the county farm is crowded, and a private civil suit could compel maintenance. Attorney Craven notes taxpayers should not bear the burden, urging a citizen to sue for Mrs. Caswell.

William Caswell Tallman Fife Craven Ceawell William Canweil

Miner Thomas Dies After Falling Rock in tunnel

Passengers on the steamer report a miner named Thomas cremated by falling rock in a tunnel. He formerly lived at Black Diamond and was killed while earth loosened above him. He died before rescue could reach him, his body found in the tunnel.

Thomas St Dawson Black Diarmond

Walsh Expands Bremerton Run With New Stern Wheeler

Steamer Walsh, a large stern wheeler owned by Capt. McCormick, was added to the Bremerton route yesterday. Intended for Olympia, it completed four winter trips before withdrawal and will carry about 200 passengers normally, with excursion capacity around 400. It will run three round trips daily and four on weekends, while a City of Aberdeen repair project and the Arrow’s arrival from the Columbia River fuel a lively rival-boat contest.

Walsh McCormick Olympia W. J. Ellie City of Aberdeen West Beattie Alep Arrow Columbia River

Chinese pair arrested over forged certificates aboard steamer

Two Chinese individuals were arrested by Customs Inspectors Bunker and Delaney yesterday as they attempted to go ashore from the steamer Dede. They carried forged certificates and wore excessive clothing, including seven shirts six blouses and three pairs of trousers in one case and seven blouses six shirts and three pairs of trousers in the other. A note directs readers to Bennett at 7 Colonial to take jewelry.

Bunker Delaney Dede

Winton’s Drive Sparks Auto Industry March Toward Power

A colorful portrait compares Winton to Alexander the Great, praising his persistence and industrial impact. The piece notes his belief in building a lasting motor empire, predicting rapid growth and possible Gordon Bennett Cup participation.

Winten Kaleer Wilhelm Winton

Suburb Offers Discount on Cleared Lots and Homes

Seattle area development promotes large cleared lots with city water at $60 up and 10 percent discount for cash. In 10 days 1 500 lots sold and 206 houses built, double tracking the Hillman City car line provides steady work. agent advertises 825 down and $10 monthly for a home, urging buyers not to pay rent.

Eas Hillman City Hillman Washington Piack

Police Hunt Youthful Vandals After Window Damage

Chief of Police Bullivan orders his men to watch for a group of young vandals blamed for recent stone throwing and damage to buildings, especially new structures, including the Moser building at Second Avenue and Virginia Street where woodwork was damaged and windows broken.

Bullivan Moser Second Avenue Virginia Street

Wharf collapse endangers wagon at intersection

A heavy wagon loaded with steel shafts narrowly escaped plunging into the bay when the wharf plank gave way at Railroad Avenue and Washington Street. The driver William Mancoll escaped injury as earth around the trestle partly supported the rig.

Ae Ansfer Company Wiliam Mancoll

Social Doings Roundup of Local Social Events

Mrs. G. M. Thompson hosted a small gathering at 707 Broad Street with card games and refreshments. The engagement of Annie Hughes to William Montross Inglis is announced for St Mark's Church on an April Wednesday. Miss Calhoun gave a musical at the Old Hamier with support from Messrs. St Medley Hughes and Paglehard. The Young Ladies Cinch Club met at 111 Columbia Street with Mrs. Baxter and Mrs. Tanter hosting. The Junior Farce is planned for April 9 at Denny Hak with a light plot and local talent.

G. M. Thompson Broadway Annie Hughes John Hughes William Montross Inglis St Mark's Church W. F. Hughes C. C. Paglehard Fred Baxter Columbia Street Fred Tanter Frank Frederick Clase Denny Hak

May Day Celebrations Planned on University Campus

The Juniors announce a full May Day program including a Lake Washington regatta in the morning a baseball game in the afternoon and a Prom dance at Christensen's Hall. Public participation invited with an all day and night observance on campus.

of W Lake Washington Bentor A. U. Biewart Koyleton Avenue Mise Fou Nalmer Heights

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