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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1904
Page
3
A table of casualties suffered by the Japanese army up to and including August 1, with the total estimated at 12 005. The figures reflect the overall military losses and are presented as a historical Contingent summary.
Wilsons Modern Business College students plan a commencement at the Seattle theater with an elaborate program. Mayor Ballinger will discuss business colleges and James Hoge will speak on benefits. Friends of the students will attend. William Cole complains to police about a revolver and clothes theft from his room, no clue found. Broken Lines in 4.00 Hate Now 1.50 at BE N Brooks Co. 1831 Second Avenue.
A plan to license poolrooms in the city is advanced by race horse gamblers who once operated with Georgetown under a permissive accord. They seek council approval for a licensing ordinance, with a $5000 annual fee and safeguards against poolrooms becoming hangouts for disreputable characters. Mayor Ballinger’s stance against gambling and opposition from wholesale district merchants complicate progress, while Georgetown residents resist reopening nearby venues.
Thieves broke into the room of Solomon Carlson and Elof Wahl at 1115 Pike Street yesterday while they were away and took valuables.
New fall woolens showcased by FE N Brooks & Co at 1831 2d Ave. Better look promo cuts men’s data from two dollars to one fifty. Herald of Taylor 1829 notices fall merchandise.
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