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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1901

Page

4

Tragic double shooting ends in murder suicide at First Avenue lodging

In a bitter quarrel at 610 First Avenue South last evening, Dick Foley, a bartender, shot Kittie Gray after which Foley killed himself in an alley nearby. Kittie Gray was wounded and hospitalized. Foley died at Butterworth’s morgue. the case follows a prior assault and police actions against Foley and Gray.

First Avenue South Kittie Dick Foley Foley Fred Mustelo Kutter Vidence Kit Gray Freeman Kittle Gray Cnfe Adams Providence Hospital Ludlow Howe Butterworth Gray Tacoma Kittie Gray Butte, Mont

Pike Street Plans Saturday Band Concerts by Military Ensemble

Enterprising Pike Street merchants announce a series of Saturday concerts led by Ernest Meier and the Military band. The first event starts at 7:30 pm with performances at Corner H and Pike, Third and Pike, Second and Pike, and First and Pike, featuring a varied program and selections by executants including Miss Meier and Mr. Mullin as street committee secretary.

First Avenue Ernest Meier Brill Duluth, Minn Chicago Pike Ernest Meter Waltenfel

Woman Sues Man for Larceny Alleged in Phoenix

Essie Garrison, a Black woman, was arrested by Officer Ryan on a larceny charge amid an accusation by Charlies Wright that she kept 45 dollars in coin after he offered favors. Both were jailed with Garrison held for larceny and Wright as a witness.

Essie Garrison the Phoenix Ryan Evening Charlies Wright City Garrison Per Wright

Way of the Transgressor in Blackchapel District Arrests

Howell, a notorious woman in the Blackchapel district, was arrested by Officers Pevan and Humes for disorderly conduct. William Blake and John Grady were arrested by Officers Freeman and Hubbard for fighting. B. Fosbrook was arrested at the terse for interfering with the Rowe. Welch was arrested by McClurg last night for disorderly conduct.

Howell Blackchapel Pevan and Humes William Blake John Grady Freeman Hubbard B. Fosbrook Rowe Omeer Poon William Welch McClurg

Kamp Kontent at Port Townsend Opens with Events

A Port Townsend notice describes a Kamp Ko tent hosting a stereopticon show and a clam bake with balloon ascension and candy pull. Two men arrive, including a homeless mute Carl Sparks, and a water spaniel adopted by the group. An excursion of parents from Seattle is planned for next Monday, boarding at St Galbraith's dock on the steamer Olympic at 9 a.m.

Port Townsend Carl Sparks Seattle

Port Orchard Steamship Schedule Notes Missing Context

Fragmentary OCR notes refer to battleships Iowa and Wisconsin at Port Orchard and mention a fast steam service from Columbia Street Dock with times 6:04 and 9:55 a m and 1:15 and am. Fare round trip appears as garbled data.

Iowa Wisconsin Oregon Port Orchard Fock Columbia Street Dock

D Arcy of the Guards and Other Theatrical Notes

Theaters report Henry Miller's usual success with a fair audience at Third Avenue theater. Charles Erin Verner's performance elicited uproarious laughter in Current Cash. Upcoming shows include East Lynne Arrah Na Pouge and Colleen Rawn as the engagement closes.

D'Arcy Guards Henry Miller D Arcy The Beards Charles Erin Verner Third Avenue Theater Mr. Verner East Lynne Cotleen Rawn

City Sues Over Damages From Sewer Pipe Injury

Rubenstein filed a claim seeking $1100 damages for injuries to his boy after tripping on a sewer pipe left on the sidewalk, causing harm on city property.

Rubenstein Han

German cavalry drill shown at Search- Vecht theater

One of the finest and clearest moving pictures shown at the Search- Vecht theater this week on Second avenue depicts German cavalry practice drill. It highlights precision of movement for which the German troops are renowned.

Second Avenue

Woman Injured as Bicycle Strikes Pedestrian on First Avenue

Mrs. Walter Vestnys of Green Lane is injured after being hit by a bicycle rider crossing First Avenue in front of the Monad building. The rider fled the scene. his identity is unknown and no details of the incident or investigation are available.

Walter N. Vestnys Greenlane Monada

Meeting on Queen Anne Hill Fire Protection Discussed

Fire and water committee will discuss improving fire protection for residents on Queen Anne hill at a forthcoming meeting.

Fire and Water Committee Queen Anne Hill

Prices Fluctuate on Western Ave Greens and Dairy

Western avenue market sees limited citrus across the board. Bananas scarce due to heat in the South while limes vanish. A carload of sweet potatoes arrived this morning. Butter cheese and eggs prices remain steady.

Western Avenue California

Wholesale Grocery Prices From A Local Market Ledger

A scanned price list catalogs diverse produce and meats with per unit and bulk rates. Items include lemons limes apples oranges bananas olives pineapples cherries peaches tomatoes dates and many more with assorted weights and regional brands.

Val- Seton

Prices for Beattie producers in round lots on dock or car

The corrected daily list shows grain and feed prices and live poultry rates for Beattie producers. Grain data include barley $20.00, wheat $20.00, corn $1.60 per 100 lbs, bran $17.00, hay $10. Eastern Washington timothy $15.00, alfalfa $11.00. Poultry prices list chickens 10 1e, ducks 13c, turkeys 11 1le, dressed poultry turkeys 11 14e, chickens 10 1lle, ducks 1 léKe. Livestock quotes show steers 3%c, calves 84, sheep 4, hogs 546%e.

Beattie Hayet Washington

I Thought It Would Be Easy to Convert Town Clergy

Cyrus Townsend Brady recalls a failed attempt to persuade ministers to accept a new idea in New Lippincot. A drunken man sleeps in the rear of a church, wakes, and heckles the preacher, prompting a witty retort that undercuts the effort. The moment underscores the difficulty of reform among clergy.

Cyrus Townsend Vrrady New Lippincoet

Morgan Leaves 16000 Check For Lafayette Relics in London

A London cable reports J Pierpont Morgan left 16000 pounds with Gen Horace Porter to be paid on delivery at the U S embassy for Lafayette relics in a pawn broker's shop in London. The relics include a sculptured id ing believed tied to Lafayette's heirs and the American campaign.

New York J. Pierpont Morgan United States London Horace Porter Lafayette

Popovers Guide For Light Cakes From A Batter Recipe

A historic recipe explains batter versus dough, noting popovers rise with proper eggs and air. It advises hot greased round pans, no moving or opening the oven, and filling two thirds full. Batter timing requires about 30 minutes and may need extra minutes to finish, or they may fall if removed early.

Star Mail to Camp Address Free of Charge

The Star will be mailed to the camp address at no additional cost. This service ensures recipients receive the newspaper without extra charges or fees.

Tin Roof Rattled by Disorderly Arrest at Depot

Albert Walters, described as mentally unbalanced or fooling around, was arrested by Officer Harkiman for disorderly conduct after lingering at the depot. Walters threatened with a gun remark when confronted. In court he appeared unsettled, and Judge George released him to return home in Jefferson county.

Albert Walters Ple Omcer Harkiman Burkman Walters Jude George Jefferson County

Town Wades Through Mud After Mudflow Devastates Manti

A muddy flood overwhelmed Bast Lake area as Man ti creek surged, covering Manti with mud and wreckage. Residents report waters receded but debris still blocks streets and homes amid widespread damage.

Manti Creek Manti

Building Permits Issued for Local Homes and Cottages

The city engineer reports permits granted to Roatlyn Coal & Coke Co for a one story frame house at 48 Cedar Street costing 600 dollars Anna Collins for a one story residence at 110 Rey Street costing 20000 J W Shakercoss for a one and a half story frame cottage at 842 Fifteenth Avenue West costing 425 dollars E F England as issuer appears in the record.

Roatlyn Coal & Coke Co Cedar Street Anna Collins Rey Street J. W. Shakercoss Fifteenth Avenus Weet E. F. England

Dyspepsia remedy praised for relief in months

A well known preparation offers relief from dyspepsia when taken as directed. Users report pleasant taste and lasting improvement within two to four months, though cases may become chronic.

Real estate bids for multiple frame cottages and dwellings

Bid notices show several properties including a one story frame cottage at 416 Highland Drive estimated at 8425 and a 1 story frame house at 2719 Mast Madison Street with 8400, plus a brick warehouse at 1115 Piret Avenue South costing 11000 and a two story frame dwelling at 125 Thirteenth Avenue with 470, among others.

Highland Drive Der Hi. Coe Thirty-eighth Avenue Forth Ewarts Mast Madison Street A. Hambacqu Oo Piret Avenue South Mh. Ewaert Thirteenth Avenue BB. Keith Etery Fifteenth Avenue Weal

Washington State Press Association Meeting Moved to Tacoma

Kibbe acting chairman of the executive committee mails transportation blanks to newspaper men for the annual meeting to be held in Tacoma on August 14. The venue was shifted to Tacoma to secure better entertainment accommodations than Grays Harbor locations previously chosen, aiming for larger attendance.

KB «Ay Kibbe Washington State Press Association Tacoma Grays Harbor

Council backs or seeks franchise sale in telephone venture

The corporations committee recommends favoring the Independent Telephone Co. petition to buy the plant and franchise of the Automatic Telephone Co. In effect the Automatic firm would absorb the Independent and gain a newer franchise, while the Independent has done little beyond holding a franchise.

Council Corporations Committee Independent Telephone Co The Automatic Telephone Co le Fue Ae the Automatic Company Automatic Company Ae the Independent

Battleships and dry dock open for visitors in Columbia

Tomorrow all battleships and dry dock will be open to visitors with guided tours. Boat schedule lists departures from Columbia at 6 39, 9 30, 10 30 a m and 2 18, 6 00 p m. return trip details not fully given.

Brearmere Columbia Dock

Legalities Shape Franchise Deposit Drawal Decision

The Automatic may withdraw a $9500 deposit as the committee's recommendations move to a council meeting Monday night. If the council does not reject the report, the outlined course will be followed.

Couer

Trolley Ride Planned By Young Peoples C E Group

The Young Peoples Christian Endeavor at the First Baptist Church will ride a special trolley tonight. The event aims to foster fellowship and raise funds for their activities.

Young Peoples Christian Endeavor The First Baptist Church

Launches for charter and battleship aboard steamers

Readable notes describe launches for a charter, a telegraph line, and a battleship voyage aboard the Steamer Athlon with related port and vessel names. The fragment hints at passenger or cargo movement and maritime operations.

Bon Marche Success Noted Across East and West

Reporters note growing attention to the Bon Marche's success in both eastern and western markets. Observers see the retailer expanding its influence and drawing favorable comment from customers and competitors alike.

Massive Clearance Sale Items for Home and Wardrobe

A late night sale lists Wagner orchestra curtain edging, sofa pillow covers, crepe paper, feathered ribbons, and assorted Danish decor. Bargains include station ery, baby garments, men and women’s wear, towels, table covers, and knitwear with most items shown at six units or less and many price cuts to attract buyers.

Wagner Saxony

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