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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1901
Page
4
A Kansas man from Nome, F. Martin, says he was befriended by a bandaged man who invited him to a doctor. While the supposed doctor aided him, two accomplices carded him and robbed him of his money. The trio fled before police could catch them.
Tomorrow evening on First Avenue, Wagner's band performs a lively program. The march Caesar's Triumph and Overture Prince Von Dranien lead a varied lineup including Monte Cristo and A Night In Berlin.
The United States Quartermaster awarded Wheat for the Philippines Co. 75 tons and W. W. Kochh 300 tons. Tacoma Warehouse received 380 tons and G. A. of Al ee, Or. 0 tons, while P. J. Franceola was credited with 189 tons.
H. Brown, a plumber, was acquitted on one count of violating the plumbing ordinance that requires extra heavy pipe in bathroom work. A new charge hinges on alleged use of standard weight pipe. Inspector Frasch testified about the 4 inch piping. The case stirs debate among plumbers who deem the ordinance defective.
Pay Director Thompson of the States navy has opened ten offices on the Arlington Wharf. Though detailed at this port since the first of the month his office already transacts considerable business and it was thought advisable to place offices in the Arlington Wharf instead of waiting for a building completion.
Marine notes report halibut scarce with Caroline and Edith in port yesterday. Most gear lies at Neah Bay awaiting bait. Herring scarce and boats shorthanded. Discovery damaged after wintering in ice. fate after repairs unknown.
Markets draw on local crops with occasional rail consignments from California. Wenatchee fruit arrives this morning. Peaches watermelons and berries show solid quantities while cucumbers slump to 15.0 per dozen with other quotations steady.
A price list shows multiple produce items with per unit or per case rates including lemons, limes, apples, oranges, bananas, olives, pineapples, peaches, raspberries, berries, pears, watermelons, and assorted vegetables. Units vary from per box, per case, per dozen, per pound, or per gallon, with prices like lemons 34.00 per box and potatoes 70.00 per ton, reflecting wholesale quotations.
The notice catalogues varied prices for pork veal cheese butter poultry and eggs across regions including Washington New York Wisconsin and California. It also list corrected daily rates for grains hay and dairy products and notes farm and dock sale terms for round lots in Seattle with several livestock prices for cows steers calves sheep and hogs.
The board of health through the plumbing inspector issued an order: no plumbing plans will be accepted after this date unless all waste and vent pipe runs are clearly shown with exact lengths and galvanized material where required. The order follows sections 1 and 2 of the new plumbing ordinance.
The city clerk's office late yesterday recorded improvement bonds for Alcatraz Paving Co. covering Marion and Columbia streets and Summit avenue for 26100 with 10 years maintenance at 10600. T Ryan & Co. issued 8800 for sidewalking on Twenty third avenue. F Mougin supplied a water main on Nagle Place for 5000.
Jack Downey, once a Seattle boxing debutant two years ago, is dying in Colfax Washington after being struck between two passenger cars while en route from Spokane to California to visit relatives. He lost both legs and doctors say recovery is unlikely. Downey fought in Washington British Columbia and Montana.
Kate Spriggs files for divorce from Joseph W. Spriggs on non support after six years of self support. John Hausman Albin Dahlgren J Ennis and W Deckhoff sue to libel the steamer Ruth for salvage following the Santa Ana rescue near Nome on July 7 1901. Judge Meade Emory signs order for Joseph Paschal to show cause why he should not be released from custody. Chas A Cameron files for divorce from Elvira Cameron on abandonment.
The Star will be sent to campers anywhere in the state without additional postage or fees. This program guarantees free delivery to all camping locations, ensuring access to the newspaper across regions. The policy emphasizes broad, statewide availability for campers.
At a Renton Hill Improvement Club meeting residents discussed water supply upgrades and fire protection. Opinions favored a standpipe in Volunteer Park, with city officials citing the 20 inch Ren ton hill main as potentially sufficient and a councilman signaling support.
West Seattle thrives as campers flood the beach area between Duwamish head and Al-Ki point. An estimated 300 camping parties are on the shore, while the bathing beach reports heavy patronage.
A Georgetown women’s club forms to advance art science literature and music. The group will hold weekly meetings with officers led by President Misecorsa Aholts and Secretary Treasurer Mrs Frederick W. Newell.
A warrant was issued for KR Denny of Van Asselt dairies on adulterating milk. W. R. Woodcock planned to prosecute P. B. Warren of Impress Dairy for using maldehyde to preserve milk. Warren closed shop to escape action and the case was dropped. The Star would mail to camps without extra charge.
At the annual Beattie Clearing House association election Mr Backus of the Washington National Bank was chosen president A Hi Boeiberg of the Scandinavian American National Bank was named manager and treasurer KR Spencer RK V Ankeny and BE W Andrews were elected to the executive committee.
A. T. Partridge, secretary, calls a special meeting at the lodge room in Pacific Brook on Sunday evening August 1 with important business and initiation ceremonies to be held.
The remains of the late Mra An nie Loulan Bacha were shipped to Victoria by Tenney and Stewart this morning for interment in that city. Bruce Stanwood Pearson, aged two years and two months, died at Stanwood Wednesday night.
Fred Walker was arrested by Officer Adame on suspicion after being released from Walla Walla where he served time for burglary. He is said to have burglary ties to this city and faces local processing.
A clipping promotes savings at Bartell Drug Store with direct buying in bulk to offer lower prices on items like Arnolds, Castoria, Carter’s Swedish Hair Renewer, and Dandruff Cure. The ad lists various products and discounted rates, urging customers to shop for bargains.
The United States government plans a next year expedition into Copper River country Alaska to verify rumored rich copper deposits. Richard A. Goode of the Pacific coast topographical and geological survey announces the trip from Rainier Grand to Alaska. He will visit Altka Juneau White Horse rapid Danaon and three survey parties while assessing regional needs and return timing to Seattle remains unsettled.
A large quantity of gymnasium apparatus has been received by the M. A. of this city and is being mailed by Instructor Doughitt.
Northern iaecific North Coast Limited departs Saint Paul at 7 PM arriving 8:05 PM. Atlantic Raprese to Mt. Yau departs Ft Paul at 7:46 PM arriving 9 PM. Burlington Overland routes include Mt. Leu Kanene City and Portland with multiple daily departures. Hapresse Olympie Gray's Harbor and other trains serve Seattle, Vancouver and coastal towns with varied daily times.
A catalog of fabrics and notions ranges from brass extension beds to hair ribbons and cottons. Items include fringe wool and cotton yard goods, denim pillow covers, mercerized petticoats, house wrappers, sun bonnets, corsets, ribbons, and pyramid washing powder. Prices show steep discounts after six oclock, with per yard or per item figures and limited case quantities.
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