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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1904
Page
5
Open lot of S acre tracts at Bitter Ke three miles north of Green Lake. Close to county road to Richmond Beach and new interurban to Everett. Land may double in value as you pay. Prices 80 90 and up per acre with small down payment and monthly payments.
Albania on the Adriatic is described as wild and fierce yet noble, with Albanians fighting for or against the sultan. The piece notes their courage, language, and distinctive dress, and explains how religion helps regulate them while independence remains a constant aim.
A Monastir report from April 16 outlines Albania in the European Turkish region. It notes names used by locals and Turko-Arnaoutlik terms, geography from 43 degrees north to Adriatic and Ionian seas, mountain terrain, rivers, lakes, and high peaks. Exports include wool, horses, timber, and matee. population around 1.6 million with Albanian descent traced to Syrians and Eipi rotea.
The article explains Dai Nippon meaning Greater Japan and its geographic scope. It lists nine administrative regions or roads, 86 kuni provinces, and three fu municipalites with 43 ken prefectures plus Hokkaido and Formosa. It names major provinces and prefectures and notes Hokkaido's recent self government and Formosa under territorial government.
An old advertisement page lists items like a good house broom at six and a half cents, best dinner in Seattle featuring Jernes of Burgundy at Maison Bar Berts, and a dancing school run by Prof Willeon. It mentions locations on Second and James, Pike Street, and Third Avenue with millinery by Meeer Hourn.
The Women’s Missionary Social Union of Seattle will hold its ninth semi annual meeting at Westminster Presbyterian Church today. Morning services led by Mrs McCullough followed by an afternoon session led by Mrs Mendes. An elaborate musical program was presented at both sessions.
Fragmentary text describes two deities on a bridge of heaven dispersing grains of rice to dispel darkness. They push a spear into the sea plain, which becomes the earth's axle and starts dry land spinning. Mentions business note about salts and Herald prices.
About seven pianos under a year old and four longer used, plus ten square pianos, are offered at roughly half price with low monthly terms. Used organs start at $15, new high grade organs at $58, with a range of pianos from Knabe to Everett. See these goods to buy, as endorsed by famous artists.
In Tokyo a future mikado heir Prince Michi is described as a bold 43 year old figure in royal life. The article notes daily horoscopes since birth, hair kept long by tradition, and a modern surgical procedure to straighten his eyes. It also outlines arranged marriages from top families and the ban on his choosing freely.
The operations along the Manchurian railway are under the direction of Russian General Tchichagoff.
Will not be punished Everly April 29. Beaste Eng blom reports that the 9-year-old girl who confessed stealing a cycle and other items will be turned over to her parents. If she commits further crimes, punishment will be dealt out. The child is described as an accomplished musician for her age and very bright.
Wenatcher report says George redchault a 38 year old Prinepman was found injured in an old bed belonging to C. M. Lemaster with a badly bruised head and throat cut. He says he was robbed of $10 and some belongings. He is in Dr. Gilchrist's emergency hospital with slight chances of recovery. Doubts arise about the case and the theory of attempted suicide prevails. investigation shows despondency. He came to the area last summer from the Flathead country.
Lieutenant General Nelson A Miles assesses Port Arthur battle losses as not decisive and argues Russia's fleet remains superior to Japan, noting Makaroffs risk and the role of torpedoes and mines. He compares ship losses to Civil War incidents and contemplates evolving naval balance and defense.
Mrs Frank Melvin wife of a city patrolman has disappeared from 1116 Stewart Street. Authorities have only a hint she traveled to California and taken about 100 dollars of her husband’s savings. Meanwhile the sparetime work program at room 21 1414 Second Avenue draws strong participation. Call for information.
If your copy of The Star does not arrive by 6:00 p.m. call Main 1060 or Independent 1138 any time between 9:00 and 7:00. A replacement copy will be sent to you at once by special messenger.
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