Big strike tensions in anthracite region threaten widespread walkout
In Wilkes Barre the miners and operators face a possible 70 000 strong strike across Lackawanna and Wyoming districts as the conciliation board splits over the fifth award. Operators threaten to quit while miners demand check weighing and Bowen bosses pay from mine wages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkesbarre
Executive Board of
Mine Workers Union
Lackawanna
Wyoming
Anthracite Conciliation Board
Stenter Sails for Orient and Liverpool via Suez
The British steamship Stenter captained by Jackson left Tacoma on July 22 and headed to the Orient and Liverpool via the Suez canal, signaling the start of its voyage at 11 o clock this morning.
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Tacoma
Stenter
Jackson
Blue
Stentor Carries War Related Cargo From Tacoma Port
The Stentor, under Captain T. Burley Jr, sails from Tacoma with a large American merchandise cargo including railroad items, lard, pork sausage, and smoked meats. The ship may delay at Victoria to assess safety for an ocean crossing toward Japanese ports amid possible Russian war vessel encounters. The cargo includes gun mountings from Esquimalt and marine clothing to London, with contraband of war concerns.
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T. & Burley, Jr
Tacoma
Big Mner
Stentor
Porta
China
Japan
Philippines
Australia
New Zealand
India
England
Victoria
Esquimalt
London
Edward
Lkely
New Roadway Through Washington Park Accepted
The park commission accepted a revised roadway plan for Washington Park and work will start within days. The approach will use gravel or macadam, with macadam favored for durability and cost. Burt Thompson has organized crews and will begin prep work, vowing park improvements will make Seattle’s parks among the finest. Olmstead Brow inspector J. F. Dawson will visit next week to discuss plans further and inspect city parks.
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Washington Park
Park Commission
Burt Thompson
Earnier
Seattle
J. F. Dawson
Olmstead Brow
Church of God Camp Meeting Opens in Ten Day Event
Western Washington Church of God holds a ten day encampment at Green Lake east end with speakers addressing Justification by Faith Sanctification by Faith Divine Healing by Faith and The Oneness of Gods People Services at 1030 am 230 and 730 pm. Low excursion rates to St Louis Chicago and Boston via Great Northern lines offered with tickets at 612 First Ave.
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Washington
Church of God
Green Lake
St. Louis
Chicago
Boeaton
Great Northern
First Ave
An Offer for Mothers at Herpick Studio Coupon
This coupon offers two free sittings for one child under six and one free photograph. Present at Herpick Studio 111% Marion Street between 1 and 2:50 p.m. on Thursdays or Fridays. Parents must be regular subscribers of The Star for the child’s photo. Good to all new subscribers.
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Herpick
Marion Street
Star
Pope Pius VI Remarks On Fatigue At Vatican
The Vatican observed the pope's free anniversary of his election as he celebrated mass at six thirty and then held audience with his entourage. He said he is tired and nearly sick of the political wrangles since his election, as congratulations poured in from most European states except France, headed by President Loubet.
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Rome
Pius
Vatican
Mane
Loubet
France
Michigan Democrats Nominate State Ticket At Grand Rapids
At the Democratic state convention in Grand Rapids on August 4, the slate includes Governor Woodbridge N Ferris Lieutenant Governor Silas By Hudeon Treasurer George T. Smith Attorney General Q Gaffney The platform calls for direct popular vote for all nominees and U S senators.
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Grand Rapids
Mich
Democratan
George TL Bmith
Q Gaffney
United States
Burpee to Alaska in embezzlement case chase
Jane W. Burpee, linked to a prominent Eastern Canada family, faces extradition to Alaska over nearly $20,000 embezzlement from Ernest Schoff. Arrested in Lindon Maine, he travels under Canadian police escort to stand trial in Dawson City for charges across four counts, with a fifth pending. His brother John Herpee once assisted as postmaster at Dawson and was jailed for opening letters.
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Jaaane W. Burpee
Canada
Ernest Schoff
Alaska
Isa City
Mhm Welch
Northwestern Mounted Police
Burpee
Lindon
Alaska Delegation Report Sparks Commerce Meeting
Fr F Evans a Chamber of Commerce delegate reported on the Roanoke's Alaska trip and urged business opportunities there. A committee was formed to arrange reception for Philippine commissioners and another to raise funds to send a militia company to contest the annual meet on the Atlantic coast next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fr. F. Evans
Chamber of Commerce
Roanoke
Alaska
Evans
Atlantic
Trial trip of Major Evan Thomas steamer successful
The new government steamer Major Evan Thomas completed a trial run yesterday achieving 14 knots and satisfactory performance. Present were several army officers including Capt. F A Grant of the local quartermasters department and Col Grimes of the Puget Sound artillery division.
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Evan Thomas
Army
F. A. Grant
Quartermasters' Department
Col. Grimes
Puget Sound Artillery Division
Edison Jrs Magno Electro Vitalizer Ad Prospect
An advertisement for Edison Jrs Magno Electro Vitalizer promotes a device said to cure disease by electricity. It offers free information and invites readers to apply to the representative at the 113 Arcade Building, Seattle, Wash. The notice mentions a copy of the Mag net published in the interests of the Vitaliser Pixlisen Jr. and touts latent invention claims.
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Pixlisen Jr
Arcade Building
Ttle
Wash
Donaldson Bound Over After Preliminary Hearing
Don Carlos Donaldson appeared before Justice Gordon for a preliminary hearing on a criminal assault charge and was bound over to the superior court in 87 500. He was committed to the county jail in default. He eloped to California with Louise Hubert, a 16 year old employed by him in a Green Lake paint shop, leaving his deaf mute wife and six children. The state rested after questioning and Donaldson testified, offering no defense.
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Don Carlos Donaldson
Gordon
Donaldson
California
Louise Hubert
Green Lake
Hubert
Donaldeon
Eleven New Men for Fire Department
The fire and water committee approved an ordinance to add 11 new firefighters and send it to the council for near term approval. A plan to build a new firehouse at Minor avenue and Virginia Street was discussed with an estimated cost of 8705 dollars and further investigation planned. Cook suggested a provision on wagon distance from hydrants, noting wagons should be kept about 20 feet away.
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Fire and Water Committee
Council
Minor Avenue
Virginia Street
Cook
Dranta
A Cough It and Ayer's Che Pectoral Advisory Note
A cough indication of throat and chest inflammation is described. Ayer's Che Pectoral is promoted to quiet irritation and heal damaged membranes. The text urges consulting a doctor for guidance and trust in medical advice.
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Ayer
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United Mine Workers of America
Wright
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Heady
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Tyga
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Church OF God Camp Meeting
Pope
Dy Beriope
Michigan
Democrats
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Wila
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Madras
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Wallons
Ceylon
Suamarghe
Nordhoff & CO
Complete Credit House Furnishers
Frederick & Nelson (Inc
Brussels
Ater
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Universal Food Chopper
Universal Food
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Second Ave
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Gurney
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