Joe Young Proves Not Insane in Seattle Insanity Hearing
Joe Young, once a notorious Seattle criminal, testified in Judge Tullman's court that he has become a devout Christian and now preaches a divine plan. He argued his misdeeds were in the past and requested release after demonstrating physical and spiritual reform. Police earlier described him as harmless as he stood to show his strength.
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Joe Young
Seattle
Tullman
Feo
Webber
Lewis and
Lindsay
United States
Young
Hubbard
Joe
Elke's Last Fair Ends With Reunion Drill Contest
The Elke visit winds down in Salt Lake City with a great Tabernacle concert and a tie in the band contest between Butte and Denver to be decided Saturday noon. The Third Regiment band of San Francisco won best marching band prize as hundreds plan trips to California and Washington.
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Salt Lake City
Elke
Tabernacle
Butte
Denver
Third Regiment
San Francisco
California
Washington
Body Lies In State In Detroit For Senator McMillan
The remains of the late Senator McMillan arrived in Detroit and lie in state at his former residence. For ten minutes in the afternoon no wheel turned on boats or in plants tied to the senator’s interests. The funeral tomorrow afternoon will be marked by extreme simplicity.
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Detroit
Senator McMillan
McMillan
Harvest Co Into Existence To Stabilize Prices
The International Harvester Co has been incorporated in New Jersey with a capitalization of 170 million dollars. The new combine includes McCormick Deering Plano Champion and Milwaukee firms and aims to keep prices down.
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New York
International Harvester Co
New Jersey
McCormick, Deering
Plano
Champion
Milwaukee
Fire department chief bids for 190% year costs
The Chief Cook of the fire department filed his cost estimates with the city comptroller for the coming year asking a total appropriation of 160842.50 for operating expenses and new buildings. He recommends several new structures including engine houses on Beacon Hill Twenty fifth Avenue and East Union Street and another on East Alder and Terry to house Engine No. 3 and a street Stewart near Boren Avenue.
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Fire Department
Beacon Hill
East Union Street
East Alder Street
Terry Avenue
Main Street
Stewart Street
Boren Avenue
Veterans parade highlights National Society of Philippines meeting
In Council Bluffs Iowa on August 14 about 2 000 khaki clad veterans from every western state attended the National Society of Philippines gathering. Discussion arose on electing General Jacob Smith as society president to vindicate his record.
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Council Bluffs
Tlowa
National Society of Philippines
Jine
Philippines
Jacob Smith
Convention Prospects Highlight St. Paul in Islands
General Hale urged extending membership limits to the islands and St. Paul is favored to host the next convention. The plan aims to cover wartime service and aligns with the July 4 proclamation date.
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St. Paul
Hale
Sullivan proposes fourth police sergeant and higher budget
Chief of Police Sullivan seeks a fourth sergeant within weeks and urges a larger staff. He filed 1903 budget estimates with the city comptroller showing a $6554 increase, noting demand for more protection in residence districts and council willingness to help. He projects about 15 more men in the department next year.
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Sullivan
Comptroller's Office
Hie
Water rent deadline looms for Q1 payments
The note announces tomorrow as the final day to pay water rent for the first quarter. Delinquent accounts face a fine after 5 p.m. today the treasurer's office at city hall was crowded with payers and is expected to be busier tomorrow.
Tracy Reilly Bout Set For Germania Hall Ring Clash
Tommy Tracy and Reilly Tracy T ommy Tracy and Reilly fight as middleweights in a 12 round contest at Germania hall this Saturday night. Tracy is expected to weigh under 150 pounds with Reilly aiming to reach the limit at noon on August 16 before stepping to the ring.
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Tom Tracy
Tommy fMetly
Tracey
Tracy
Reilly
Germania Hall
Two Killed in Swift Car Crash Near Pvreux
Charles Pair and his wife died instantly when their car, traveling at high speed near Pvreux, swerved into a tree after losing control. The driver survived with minor injuries. The Pair couple had been at Trouville races.
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Pass
Charles Pair
Pvreux
Thesne
Vaire
Trouville
Haytian Trouble Deepens amid Broken Communications
Washington reports indicate the Haytian blockade is ineffective and effectively abandoned as Captain Haytien notes, while Minister Howell in Port au Prince says Gonaives has fallen to revolutionaries and telegraph wires are cut, preventing contact.
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Washington, D.C
McCrea
Navy Department
Haytien
Howell
Port Au Prince
State Department
Gonaives
Handa
Stampede at Norfolk church injures women and children
During a Baptist convention session in Norfolk Virginia on August 14 a panic stampede broke out inside the church injuring several women and children. Officials report multiple broken bones but no fatalities.
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Norfolk
Battle in Prospect Washington RD C August 16
The report from Commander Nichola of the Topeka at Puerto Cabello says the city is fully under rebel control and a battle is imminent. San Francisco meanwhile notes wheat prices quoted at 115 5-4 and 112.
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Washington, Rd.c
Aen
Nichola
Aftiicer Topeka
Puerto Cabello
San Francisco
Shirt Waist Suit Sale Price List Notes
A fragmented sale listing shows prices for shirts and waistcoats with multiple figures including 2.50 25.00 86.00 87.50 and a5.00 ap.50 rindown, indicating catalog pricing or discount details for a department store or tailor.
Woodmen To Attend Fraternal Day Carnival Across Regions
Woodmen of the World plan a large turnout for Fraternal Day as members from Washington Oregon and the District of Columbia travel to the event. Corresponding Secretary A J Breckert reports strong replies predicting a national showing with more than 2000 Woodmen. The group eyes the 126 banner for the most men in one order and awards for best float. Women of Woodcraft join the parade with carriages while bands from Fremont Seattle Military Hermes and Puyallup provide music. An August excursion to Victoria and the steamship Garonne offer additional travel plans and a potential Beattle return trip.
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Washington
Oregon
Columbia
A. J. Bpreckert
Pacific
Fune
Woodcraft
Fremont
Seattle
Hremertén
Other
Puyatlup Bande
Victoria
Garonne
Trilied
Columbia Woodmen
Beattle
Harbormaster seeks wharf raise. miner dies at 44
Harbormaster M C Jensen asks the city clerk to remove the Washington street wharf due to dangerous deterioration. The fire and water committee will meet tomorrow night with no major items expected per Dr J B Crichton. Miner John Rudowsky, 44, who was injured in the Roslyn mine explosion on Monday, died today at Providence hospital.
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M. C. Jensen
Washington Street
J. B. Crichton
John Rudowsky
Roslyn
Providence Hospital
Williams Granted Pardon After Bribery Case
Frank Williams, who faced a one year county jail term for bribing a witness, received a gubernatorial pardon. The pardon was sought by prison officials based on his conduct in custody. He had about three months remaining to serve and release papers had not arrived in Beattie yet.
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Frank Wiliams
MecBride
Wiliams
Beattie
Question of Tax Law Heard by County Board
This morning the county board of equalization heard an opinion request from Prosecuting Attorney Fulton on the tax treatment of John Sullivan's estate. The Seattle pioneer's probate has drawn many heirs amid ongoing assessment debates and county treasury considerations.
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Fulton
County Board of Equalization
John Sullivan
Seattle
Estate Assessment Dispute In County Court
Court reviews estate cash on hand listed at 6000 dollars amid motions to reduce the assented value. The assessor had placed the cash on hand as 6000 dollars, while arguments claim funds were held by the county treasurer for tax payments and awaiting court order. Judgerules the board may not overlook facts and upholds the 6000 dollar assessment of the estate.
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Wasessor
O'Brien
Agnessor
Pulton
Deaf and Dumb Boy Returns Home After Lake Ferry Trip
Four year old deaf and dumb boy Paul Moelscher wandered from his home on M43 Day Street yesterday. He boarded a ferry across Lake Washington and was kept overnight by Captain Bartech at Kirkland. Early this morning EK Lindeersmith returned him to his parents after the first trip.
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Paul Moelscher
Day Street
EK. Lindeersmith
Lake Washington
Inet
Debris Fire Near Allcy Building Blazed Fades Fast
A small fire broke out in a pile of debris near the allcy building at second Avenue and Washington Street at 10:10. Firefighters quickly extinguished it with a stream of water, causing minor damage to the Union block real estate firm.
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Allcy
Second Avenue
Washington Street
Sanguine Forecast for Peary's Return Voyage
A letter from Chas. Bartlett captain of the steamer rig expresses hope to reach Peary and return to New York by September. The note indicates a hopeful timeline for the expedition's next leg and transit plans amid ongoing Arctic efforts.
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New York
Chas. Bartlett
Peary
Piano and Organ Business Emphasizes Quality and Value
Nearly forty years in the piano and organ trade prove that clean service and best goods for the money lead to success. The shop buys direct from manufacturers and offers superior lines from CHICKERING, KIMBALL, HOBART M. CABLE, PHRASE and D. B. JOHNSTON CO, with customers endorsing the values and quality.
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Ths
Cel
Chickering
Kimball
Hobart M. Cable
Phrase
D. 8. Johnston CO
International orders pick 1904 convention site
The International Postal Union decided to hold the 1904 convention in St. Louis and meet again in Washington this year. Moeie hall drew 5,000 delegates for the Golden Jubilee of the order founded in 1862. The Spokane excursion boat will not sail to Alaska this season.
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Cincinnati
International Hots
Washington
St. Louis
Moeie
The
Order
Theaters in Paradise and Other Seattle Showings
Farce comedies and burlesque acts headline Seattle theaters starting Aug 16 17 with multiple performances, new productions to draw crowds. Theaters feature In Paradise Weldman’s Big Show The Tide of Life and Landon Belles vaudeville headliners Nellie Guerin L T Wren Venita and more.
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Seattle
Miss Hareey
Jersey
Mr. Reynolds
Third Avenue Theater
Abrame and Smith
Weldman
Egypt
Mixie
Madison Theater
Greater New York
First Christian Church Excursion to Port Orchard
To spend the pleasantest evening this season, join the excursion of the First Christian church Friday evening, August 15. Steamer Port Orchard leaves Colman dock at p.m.
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First Christian Church
Port Orchard
Colman Dock
Man Struck by Car Near Rainier Heights
A man believed to be J. Duffy was struck by a Rainier Heights car near Cceidental avenue and Washington street early morning. He suffered a severe head wound and was taken to Beattle General hospital in an intoxicated condition.
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J. Duffy
Rainier Heights
Cceidental Avenue
Washington Street
Beattl General Hospital
National Wagonmakers Advance Wages 25 Percent
In Chattanooga on August 14 the National Wagonmakers conference approved a 25 percent wage increase. The session also considered a union strike proposal allowing a majority vote to declare a strike, but details remain unresolved.
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Chattanooga
Sesston
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