Lake Resorts Barred From Selling Intoxicants
Lake Wash resort chiefs crack down on blind pig activity after a council backed liquor sale ban. Police patrol parks and threaten arrest for violation while license officials deny giving moral support to resort keepers. Local tensions rise over enforcement and rumored traffic accommodation at Madison Park and other lakeside venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Washparka
Sullivan
Council
Police, License and Revenue Committee
Madison Park
Cea
Local Y M C A Award Medal Details
A description outlines a gold medal for Y M C A athletic contests. Events include a 12 I b shot put and a 18 foot rope climb. The medal may be awarded to winners but the design and exact terms are not fully described.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lipp
Union Trainmen to Decide on Badges in Seattle
The Seattle Company union trainmen hold four meetings this afternoon and evening to decide whether to wear the badges recently supplied. The outcome will determine the badge policy and the stance of members on the issued insignia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle Co
Building Permits Filed for New Dwellings and Excavations
The office of the engineer lists permits for several structures. D. Lumberg gets a frame dwelling at 304 Four Avenue North for 250 dollars. EB. M. Shumway secures a secretary dwelling at 1325 East Madison for 900 dollars. BE. B. Sankey at East Olive Street for 1500 pounds. David Dow & Co. to excavate First Avenue for 506 dollars. BH. DeVaney applies for a 1 story frame dwelling at 1424 Eleventh Avenue for 9600 dollars. BE. Schwartz for a 1 story dwelling at 2715 East Madison Street for 900 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honet
D. Lumberg
Four Avenue North
EB. M. Shumway
East
Madison
B. Sankey
Olive Street
David Dow & Co
First Avenue
BH. DeVaney
Welling
Eleventh Avenue
BE. Schwartz
East Madi Street
Suburban Activity and Plans In South Seattle Area
The Wesley M E Sunday school in South Seattle plans a picnic at Woodland Park on Wednesday in August. The Ladies Aid society meets with Mrs Robinson in Renton. The Columbia chapter of the Rebekahs elects officers led by Past grand Mrs Ellen and noble grand Mrs Margaret. Brooklyn Methodists hold events in a large tent with about 100 members. Seattle & Tacoma railway work progresses rapidly between George and Van Asselt and should operate in about two months. Fifteen teams have been employed for the last two days to advance grading on the half mile race at Van Asselt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley M. FE. Sunday School
South Seattle
Woodland Park
Ladies’ Aid Society of the Church
Robinson
Columbia
The
Rebekahs Renton
Ellen
Noble Grand
Margaret
Mies Hannah
Narnie Fyrer
Mattie Kevan
Secial
Brooklyn
Seattle & Tacoma Railway
George
van Asselt
van Anselt
94 Dances Kill Bride at Polish Wedding Feast
In MKEESPORT Pa a 22 year old bride died during her wedding feast after dancing for hours with guests paying $1 for each dance. The party ended when she fainted from heat prostration and over exertion. physicians ruled the death caused by the intense dancing and heat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mkeesport
Brudowicz
John Brud
Quarantine Sparks feud between Magnolia and Waynesburg
Aug 6 Canton reports a tense clash between residents of Neshureg and Magnolia about 15 miles south. A threatening note and a package claimed to hold smallpox material were aimed at the mayor of Waynesburg. A quarantine was set and rumors of cases emerged as officials urged calm amid the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
Neshureg
Magnolia
Waynesburg
Quarantine Violation Sparks Arrests in Magnetia Towns
Rene defied quarantine rules triggering arrests and fines as tensions rise between Magnetia communities. A morning mail delivery to Mayor Chas in Waynesburg included a 1 cent stamp and a note claiming smallpox samples were enclosed. Pink paper contained emulsions virus and was burned by the mayor. An inspector is expected in Magholla soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rene
Magnetia Real
Deata
Chas
Waynesburg
Magholla Goon
Northern Pacific Adds Dock Sideline at Galbraith Bacon
Freight demand prompts a foot expansion on the south side of the Galbraith Bacon dock by the Northern Pacific. The Mainlander resumes Vancouver route service after a week sidelined by a broken cylinder. Speare G Sargent departs with coal for San Francisco and will land crew at Port Townsend. Dr De Sota of Wayside Mission visits Sultan mines reporting thirty workers and quartz valued at $500 per ton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific
Galbraith-Bacon Dock
Vancouver
Speare G. ¥. Sargent
San Francisco
Port Townsend
de Sota
Sultan
Lake Washington Canal Information Sought by Chamber Official
Penardnenen A Meikle of the chamber of commerce has received information from Featt ont and executive Al len about the Lake Washington canal. Meikle seeks any useful matter and will consider it a favor if such information is provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penardnenen A Meikle
Chamber Commerce
Allen
Lake Washington
Meikle
Detective Adams to Face Hearing on Brutality Charge
The hearing on the brutality charge against Detective Adame will be held tomorrow evening before the civil service commission. The case involves claims about how he obtained jewelry while attempting to sell it from a shop near Yesler Way. The civil service panel accepted seven of eleven fire and water department applicants, with four adjudged ineligible. BE Ruse was granted a health related leave of absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adame
Civil Service Commission
Firoman
Yesler Way
BE. Ruse
Missing Clerk McCaull Sought After Secret Service Circular
Secret Service officers issued a circular describing John H. McCaull as an American male 33 years old, 5 feet 6 inches, 199 pounds, dark complexion with convivial manners. It is believed he may still be in the city despite rumors of flight to Gray's Harbor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secret Service
John H. McCaull
McCaul
Gray's Harbor
Moremerton
Swart House at Thirteenth and John Planned for Edward Swart
A two story frame house costing 2900 dollars will be built for Edward BR Swart at Thirteenth and John. Jax. H Schack is the architect. A residence for Frank Victor on Fifteenth and John Streets will cost about 1000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward BR. Swart
Thirteenth
John
Jax. H. Schack
Fifteenth
John Streets
Frank Victor
Spokane Women Take Seattle Trolley Ride Prank
A dozen young society women from Spokane and accompanying children rode a chartered trolley in Seattle with Patrick Clark's Alaskan party. They invited Mr. Clark and Mayor Kingsbury to view the city before ending the outing at Rainier Grand and returning home on the Great Northern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Patrick Clark
Seattle
Queen
Rainier Grand
Mr. Clark
B. ©. Kingsbury
Moonlight Excursion and Dance at Pieasant Beach
Free moonlight excursion and dance Wednesday evening at Pieasant beach. Steamers Ashton and Daunt leave Columbia dock at 7 30 and 8 p m returning to Seattle by 11 45. Steamer Inland Flyer brings another party from the navy yard to join the dancing. Gentlemen round trip including dancing. Ladies free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pieasant
Ashton
Dauntleas
Columbia Dock
Seattle
Inland Flyer
Navy Yard
Daily Excursions to Batt ohips
Steamers depart Columbia dock at 6 40 AM and 10 00 PM with additional trips at 1 15 2 16 and 6 30 PM setting for regular service. Passengers are advised to arrive early and observe safety rules during boarding and travel times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batt Ohips
Columbia Dock
Property Transfers Yesterday In Daw eon
Wm Chappel of Daw eon bought the lote at the southeast corner of Oveldental avenue and ackson street from Frank and J W cConnaughey for 105000 cash. The 129 feet square lot carries a 4 story brick building fully occupied. Two lots on the west side of Third avenue between Main and Washington Streets were sold by John Leary to W D Hofius Co for 90000, giving a street frontage of 180 feet for the Hofius holdings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Chappel
Daweon
Oveldental Avenue
Ackson Street
Frank and
J. W.cConnaughey
Third Avenue
Main and
Washington Streets
John Leary
W. D. Moflua
W. D. Mofus & Co
Nome Lawyer Seeks Support for A T L Post
G A R member George W. Fox of Nome writes Mayor Humes seeking funds for organizing an A T L post in Nome. He suggests a measye and strong post may be formed there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Fox
Nome
Humes
A. TL. Post
Measye & Strong Post
The Wonder Book of American Slang Leaves People Perplexed
The piece discusses Bll Baxter's Letters as a slim but perplexing study of American slang. It contrasts American slang with English usage and cites a snippet from Hillrie on grand opera about going to a theater and seating in the dress circle. It questions whether such language signals an American linguistic invasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
London
Baxter
Hilly’e
New York
Walkaere
Major consolidation talks shake U.S. and European dry plate makers
In St Louis negotiations aim to unite G. Cramer Dry Plate Co M. A. Reed Co Hammer Co Eastman Kodak Co and two New York leaders under one trust. Key players include Gustave Cramer and Charles Abbott. Talks center on cross Atlantic control of the dry plate supply with cash preservation of existing control.
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ST. Louis
Aug
United States
Europe
Bt. Louisenake
Cadton States
G. Cramer Dry Plate Co
M. A. Reed Co
Hammer Co. Eastman
Faotman Kodak Co
Rochester
N. Y
Charles Abbott
Aristossautaotnntan Co
Jamerytown
St. Louie
Gustave Cramer
Cramer Co
Sayat
Dic Hie
Benefit for Meredith Children at Grand Opera House
Friends of the late Chief Wm. L. Meredith sponsor a testimonial benefit tonight to aid his family. Dorothy and Russel Meredith will benefit from all proceeds used to fund the children's education. Amateur and professional talent, with all performers volunteering, are set for a well prepared program likely to draw a crowded house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. L. Meredith
Tonighy
Meredith
Dorothy
Russel
Grand Opera House
Hone
England Faces Property Changes Near Battle Abbey Disposition
The report notes imminent property changes in England adjacent to the famed Battle Abbey as discussions continue over its disposal and related land assets. Local authorities and preservation groups await final decisions affecting the site and surrounding holdings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Battle Abbey
Otterburn Estate to be sold after Duchess of Cleveland's death
The Otterburn tower estate in Northumberland will shortly be offered at auction following the Duchess of Cleveland's death. The article notes Otterburn's historic link to the Battle of Otterburn, known as Chevy Chase, and describes the modern building preserving parts of the ancient tower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duchess of Cleveland
Otterburn Tower
Northumberland
Boots
Harle Douglas and Murray
Henry O'Hetapur
Traiph Percy
Otterburn
Chevy Chase
Renton Seeks Incorporation Status Affirmed
Renton aims to become an incorporated town with the county commissioners notified yesterday. Newton reports a population of 600 inhabitants amid the discussion of the move.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Renton
Newton
Star mailed to camp address at no additional charge
The Star will be delivered directly to your camp address without any extra fee. This service offers convenient access for readers at remote locations.
Gurney Refrigerator Ad Highlights Savings
The advertisement touts the Gurney Refrigerator as essential in hot weather. It emphasizes its small ice mill and claims savings that pay for itself within one to three seasons, offering special prices and also ice boxes.
Preliminary hearing set for Ralph Noss deputy stamp collector
The preliminary hearing for Ralph Noss, a deputy stamp collector for the U S internal revenue office, is scheduled for tomorrow before U S Commissioner Bowman. A federal district court hearing is not expected until next September when the grand jury convenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph
Noss
United States Internal Revenue Office
United States
Bowman
Vpen
United States District Court
Federal Grand Jury
State hospital abolishes ward eleven to dodge unlucky thirteen
In Binghamton New York on August 5 state hospital authorities report ward numbers 11 and 13 removed for medical reasons. Ward 12 now connects directly to 14, aiming to avoid superstition affecting patients. This marks the first official acknowledgment of the unlucky number in state facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Binghampton
WN. Y
Life Insurance Sales Impress World Peak in 1901 Half-Year
The New York Life Insurance Company reports that in the first six months of 1901 it wrote 199 million dollars of new business, more than any other company worldwide did in all of 1900.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Life Insurance Co
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I Nordhoff & CO
BON Marche
Law
M.C. A
Detective Adams
Grogan
McCaull
Frederick & Nelson—Fine Furniture
Frederick & Nelson, Ome Furnishers
Risito Bidg., Cor
Keeley Institute
Washington
Green Lake
Fremont
Sullivan Building
Beattlen
Wash
Ralph Ross
Madrona Villa
K. Cor. Pike Bt
Becond Ave
Conte
Lic
Ife
Dupont
Tapan
Chantilly
Jersey
S.c
Columbia Street
Seattia
Rate Ney
Iehias. Fe
Fieer Insurance Tings
Kings Agents Games
Sennelte Ce Gooene Pees
Outen
A. A. Sciluchard, M. D
Schuchard Optical Company Graduate Opticians
Second Ave
Stone, Fisher & Lane’s
Sas & Electric Co
Cherry
Marche
Second Avenue
Pike Street
2D Ave
Ireen Shoe CO
FIRST
Inet
Estore
Crockery
Modia
East India Tea Co
Harvard Dental Office
F. W. Car Union
Upetaira
Leo's Business College
Orde
Issaquah Coal Co
Gilman
Madison St
Yesler
Hone Krown
Simison Bros
D. S. Johnston
Burke
Crand Opera House
Beattie
W. L. Meredith
Plymouth Quartet
Dr. Hoffman
Searchlight Moving Pictures
New York Harbor
Eee
Bonney & Stewart
Heattic
Dr. Reed
Raymond & Hoyt
Ernst Bros
Pike St
Tel
Hirsch’s
Pike
417 Pike Street
Prichard Hardware CO
417
McLernon
J. Matzger
A. Lindauer Scientific Optician
Mee Chong
Brights
H. T. Turner Sanitarium
Hinckley Block
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