Seattle Star Expects Union Depot Plans Amid Growth
The Seattle Star reports on rail leaders Hill and the Great Northern with Northern Pacific and Canadian Pacific, proposing a future union depot combining rail and water facilities. Treasury tax estimates for July show rising internal and customs receipts, while American science advances in serum therapy gaining European attention.
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J. J. Mill
Great Northern
The
Star
Union
Seattle
Hill
Northern Pacific
Canadian Pacific
Puget Sound
Mr. Hill
Union Depot
Smith's
Good Words for Seattle from Portland Man
Lippman of Portland praised Seattle's spirit after a trip from San Diego to Vancouver. He said Portland lacks the enterprise seen in Seattle and noted Seattle residents support and celebrate their neighbors' prosperity, contrasting it with Portland's jealousy.
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ER. L. Lippman
Lippman, Wolff & Co
Portland
Butler Hotel
Seattle
San Diego
Vancouver
NO MASONRY IN SAN SALVADOR
San Francisco Aug 1 Advices from San Salvador report Freemasonry banned in the republic. Congress passed a formal law in June prohibiting lodge meetings. The move stems from Minister Arango’s hatred toward Consul General Jenking, a Mason, who opposed Arango’s appointment as minister citing his anti American stance.
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San Francisco
San Salvador
Republic
Congress
Arango
Jenking
Jekinen
Wealthy broker Davidson Kennedy improves after operation
New London report says Davidson Kennedy of Philadelphia, injured by a golf ball at Quaganapoxet Golf Club a week earlier, underwent a successful operation last night. Relatives express confidence in his recovery.
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New London
Conn
Root Becomes Secretary of War in Washington
Elihu Root assumed the duties of secretary of war at 11 this morning in Washington. Justice Cole administered the oath and Alger greeted Root, then presented the commanding general. Miles and his staff did not arrive, and the two men faced away after the cordial exchange. Root showed Miles evident favor during their brief interaction.
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Elihu Root
Justice Cole
Supreme Court of the
District of Columbia
Alner
Root
Miles
Alger
Mother Lode Reported in Atlin District Findings Stir Keen Interest
Faralion passengers arrive from Dawson with few carrying gold. News centers on Atlin where a mother lode was reportedly found on Pine creek near Nugget point. Claims, hydraulic mining on Mine and Wright creeks, and a projected 2 million dollar output this year spark local speculation.
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Faralion
Atlin
Pine Creek
Graham
Willow Creek
Nelse Bromfield
Allin
Wright Creeks
W H. Stall
Bhuite
G. Butler
J Johnson
G. Gilchriat
A. McCullough
G. Foster
Wileter
Mrs. Meadows
J.P. Johnson
Mre. Finska
T. Cox
Mra. Schaffer
H. J. Heiles
F. W Halle
Mre. Boyd
M. Db. Crocker
L.l.bandt
C. C. Cramer
LD. Richardson
Andrew Spruce
J. H Wood
Gus Wagner
W. W. Hurke
Zominer
Davia
Gold Democrats pledge to oppose radical monetary plank
In Pittsburg a prominent local Gold Democrat reports a plan to strongarm the party in Pennsylvania into opposing free silver and a radical monetary plank. An organization is forming to send a delegation to the national convention pledging to oppose radical monetary changes to improve chances in Northern states.
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Pittsburg
Bryan
Gorman
Pennsylvania
Palmer
Buckner
New York
New Jersey
Ohio
Illiois
Milwaukee Seeks Democratic National Convention
A Milwaukee meeting led by the mayor resolved to organize immediately to secure the Democratic national convention. Committees were appointed and a guaranty fund will be raised at once. About 0 politicians attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Wis
Attorneys General Seek Unity Against Trusts
Attorney General Smith received a letter from Attorney General Akin of Illinois urging the anti trust crusade and hoping the St Louis governors and attorneys general conference will achieve much. A similar letter was sent by Attorney General Douglass of Minnesota.
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Austin
Tex
Smith
Akin
Tilmois
St. Louis
Douglass
Minnesota
Can Gage Hold His Position in Treasury Controversy
Rumors rise over Lyman J. Gage possibly violating constitutional limits by holding stock in the National Bank of Chicago. A stock list shows Gage owning 700 shares, prompting questions about his eligibility to serve as secretary of the Treasury.
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Chicago
Aur
Secretary of the Treasury
Lyman J Gare
National Bank of Chicago
L. J. Gage
will fight the trust major linseed mill to rise in minneapolis
Minneapolis readers learn a new linseed oil mill will open this fall as an independent rival to the American Linseed Company. The project, capitalized at 400000 dollars, will employ a 10000 bushel elevator, ten thousand bushels grain tanks, 1500 tons storage, 16000 barrel oil tanks, thirty presses, and a MO horsepower engine, with flaxseed consumption of 2100000 to 1000000 bushels annually.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Minneapolia
Onke Bowse
University board grants leave to Professor Worcester
In Ann Arbor on August 1 the university board of regents held its second July meeting. Professor Dean Worcester was granted a one year leave of absence as he informed the board his Philippines work would not be completed until mid winter and he planned to study in Europe after that period.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
University Board of Regenta
Worcester
Greence
Philippines
Europe
Test of New Power Plant Powers Seattle with 12000 HP
A new electric plant connected to the Enoqualmie falls was tested and put in operation last night. It transmits about 12,000 horsepower to Seattle Consumers and powers the Centennial Flour mill project within the next week to 160 days. Chas H Baker Jr as company president started the flow with his infant daughter on hand. A crowd gathered at the South Third Street facility to witness the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wos
Seattle
Chas
H. Baker
South Third Street
New Golfing Suit Pronounces Modest Bicycle Skirt Style
A description notes a golf outfit featuring a plainly cut bicycle skirt in cheviot plaid suitable for the season. The comparison highlights a modest design without overdrone elements, aligning with practical, fashionable sport wear for women on the course.
Fashion notes describe braided skirts and golf jackets
The description details a new style of skirt with a short hem and a full matching panel, braided in a wavy pattern. It compares the design to an overskirt over a shallow underskirt and notes a braiding-heavy golf jacket with a turned-back rear collar and a triple cape.
Amalgamation Forms Major Plumbing Material Trust
New York August 1 report that two large plumbing material manufacturers merged under Central Foundry Company creating a combined capital of 14 million dollars. The deal unites key players in the plumbing supply sector and signals consolidation trends in the industry.
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New Yori
Central Foundry Company
Louvre withdraws charge in shoplifting case
In Paris on Aug 1 the Louvre management dropped the charge tied to Miss Hobb, an American, explaining there was a mistake in the case of allowed shoplifting.
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Louvre
Hobb
Humorous Exchange Over a Corpse and a Dog in Transit
A woman travels with her husband's remains and a dog, engaging in a running joke with a baggage man about who is resting in the carriage. The baggageman confirms the dog is fine while comic confusion over the corpse continues as the woman returns to her coach.
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Corpae
Baggageman
Drake
Travelers’ Magazine
Mellen Is Banqueted at Rainier Club
At the Rainier club last night a banquet was tendered to President Mellen of the Northern Pacific. The informal affair featured tasteful decorations and Wagner’s orchestra. H. C. Henry presided with Mr Mellen seated among numerous guests including J. B. Geldemith, J. A MacDougall, Robi Moran, Geo. W. Pisher, J. W. Raymond, and others.
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Rainier Club
Mellen
Northern Pacific
Wagner
Dent H.C. Henry
Kaigier Club
Mr Melien
Geldemith
Ll. & Miller
J. A Mac. Dougall
Robi Moran
H. Clarke
Geo
C. BR. Coliina
J. Db. Hoge
W. HM. Parry
A. B. Stewart
J. McGraw
C. H. Hanford
H. Plres
B F. Lige
W. G. Fulton
J. W Raymond
Herman Chapin
H. C Wallace
C. J. Smith
Trust planned to absorb properties in California districts
A report from Los Angeles says a trust is forming to take in all properties developed in the California and Whittier districts. It is proposed to incorporate the new company with a capitalization of 20000 dollars.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Caolina
Whittier
Oregon
Oregon Railway & Navigation Company
Cottonseed Oil Trust Formed In Texas
The Texas attorney general reports six large cottonseed oil firms have merged into Continental Cotton Oil Company based in New York City with a $6 million capital. Officers include C L Rathbone president H L Scales vice president and J J Culberson secretary treasurer. If the merger violates state anti trust law they may lose their charters face daily fines and be placed in receivers.
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AUV
Tin
Tex
Attorney Generals Department
Continental Cotton Oi Company
New York City
Consolidated Company
C. L. Rathbone
New York
H. L. Scales
Corsteana
Vicw
J.J. Culberson
Pria
Belgian ministry resigns amid electoral law dispute
The Belgian ministry led by J. Vanderpeere Toom resigns after a failed bid to pass an electoral law aimed at Gerrymandering for Catholics. The crisis nearly sparked a revolution a month ago in Brussels.
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Brussels
J. Vanderpeere Toom
Stranger In Ely Park Robbery Involving Frank T Hanley
Frank T Hanley, a government employee, was robbed after meeting two men at a theater and visiting a park around 1 AM. He was knocked down and relieved of 44 in drinks and money before reporting the incident to Detective Williams. Police identify Leach Park as the likely site based on witness accounts. He will join troops bound for Manila from Seattle.
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Frank T. Hanley
Ely
Wan
Hanley
Manila
Seattle
Railway Notes Show Busy Pacific Northwest Travel
Rail executives and agents from Rio Grande Western, Canadian Pacific, Seattle & International, and other lines conducted inspections and meetings through Seattle and points toward Portland and boundary lines. Officials planned further trips as writers and agents move to cover regional railway developments and mining heritage.
Northwestern stocks and Alaska winter note
The page lists unlisted stock bids and sales including Cariboo Camp McK and Copper Vault with figures and a cooperative total. It also describes Alaskan winter exposure where men wear full beards for warmth but keep the upper lip shaved to prevent facial ice buildup.
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War Eagle
Pacife Coast
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EH Wells & CO
WELLS
CHASE
Keron Aversons
Mannona
Washington
B. C
Treasury
Department
Acre
Mac
Moore Inv. Co
Alger and
War Department
Washington, PD. C
Gace
New Foundry Combine
Miss Hobbs Innocent
A Cottonseed Oil Trust
Saeed Korn
Hone Vike
Moore ‘Inv. Co
C. E. Thurston & Co., Oficial Brokers
Cherry St
Frank Hanley
M. J. Roche
Rio Grande Western
C. & Mellen
Miller
Seattle & International
Boundary Line
Dang
A. B. Calder
Tacoma
Port Townsend
W. KR. Thompson
Fifteenth Avenue
A. J. Armatrong
Canadian Customs Service
New Weastminster
W. H. Carey
Winnipeg
Chu Moy Yen
East
China
Denny
Felitz
Yester Way
San Diego Fruit Co
Pike Street
Pigot & French Co
Weahington
Bovey
Seattle Transfer CO
D. S. Johnston
Second Ave. Burke Building
Skookum
Isl
Arlington
Arlington Dock
ILMAN
Ladins
Dave
Humes & CO
Winter & Harper
Second
Seattle, Wash
Northwestern
Northwestern Mining Exchange
Jane
Millee River
San Poll
Cuba
Pacific Coast
South Haltese
Sherman, Clay & Go. Foch Gel
Beyond
Seattie
Joseph Mayer & Bros
Oberon
Irvin Barugh, Prop
Oberon’s Ladies’ Orchestra
Herr Irvin Baruch
Joi M
Comedted Tv
Usu Plo
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