Government Ownership of Telegraph Urged by Progressives
A Star Special Service report from Washington notes progressive party leaders, backed by Michigan congressmen, push government ownership of the telegraph as a remedy for postal deficits and private monopoly. They argue a post office operated telegraph would reduce rates, citing Australia and European practice, while criticizing Western Union and its financiers.
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Star
Washington
Comgreemans
Nichigan
Ben Sides
Hewee
Senate
Post Office Department
Rayner
Marylart
Angreseman Smith
Michigan
Australia
United States
Commonwealth
Washington, D. OC
Birmingham
Ala
Prescott
Ariz
San Francisco
Ealy
H. 8. Brown
United States Supreme Court
Han Wald
Europe
Tte
Goulds
Astore
Morgan
Eee
Postal Telegraph Co
Western Union
Voters Read Annexation Question In Rainier Valley
Residents of Rainier Beach and nearby Dunlap and Atlantic City suburbs vote today on joining Greater Gentie. Rallys for and against drew large crowds and a Seattle speaker clashed with attendees after a closure motion was rejected.
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Tic City
Rainier Valley
Greater
Genttie
Col
R. H. Lindsay
Seattle
F. X. Hall
J. W
Dalton Sentenced to Hang for Policeman Slaying in Spokane
James Dalton an ex convict was sentenced to death for killing Policeman Henry Brotko. He claimed innocence before being led back to his cell. The slain officer Stolke was shot by a gang lookout during a safe robbery and the star was removed and pinned to the culprit’s trousers.
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Star Spretal Service
Spokane
James Dalton
Henry Brotko
Dalton
Stolke
Skagit oats omitted in wheat and oat crop report
In Bellingham on August 17 Star Special Service reports Wheat and Oat crops of Washington by 8 S. King. He omits Skagit County which produces about 1.5 million bushels yearly, ranking high among counties. The omission puzzles local observers and northern Washington seeks explanation. A fireworks display and carnival at Madison Park is mentioned.
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Bellingham
Washington
S. King
Skagit County
King
la Conner
Advertising power hinges on printed notices
A fragment notes advertising strength tied to print, mentioning a grocer who would refund money if a customer dislikes Schilling’s Dest. The text hints at transactional promises and consumer trust in a local trade context.
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Schilling
Seattle Mail Exceeds Minneapolis In First Class Volume
A report prepared at Minneapolis by Postmaster Colbett shows Seattle handles nearly twice as much first class mail as Minneapolis. The document, requested by the Minneapolis postmaster, analyzes business originating in Seattle and compares it to the Minnesota city.
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Minneapolis
Seattle
Ramat
Colbett
Minnesota
Leupp Abandons Puget Sound Visit Amid Local Flashes
Local notes report Francis S. Leupp, commissioner of Indian affairs, has dropped plans for a Puget Sound visit. Other items include a $10 assault fine for William Smith, a Humane Officer July report with six cruelty convictions and 104 investigations, a recovery note on attorney William Brinker, and farewell sermons by Rev. W. D. Simonds at Boylston Avenue Unitarian Church. A Bremerton boy, Johnny Lynch, is mentioned in related notes.
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8. H. Piles
Francis S. Leupp
Indian Affairs
Seattle
Puget Sound
William Smith
John E. Carroll
W. F. Wytart
John Vaupel
Ww. H
William Brinker
Rmer United
W. D. Simonds
Boylston Av. Unitarian Church
Johnny Lynch
Western Union Surplus and Watered Capital Highlight Taxed Telegraph Firm
The article reviews Western Union Telegraph Co finances noting June 30, 1905 surplus of 15.97 million and reserve of 1.09 million, bringing total surplus to 15.97 million, with capitalization rising to 97.37 million from 0.5 million since 1866. It criticizes high dividends on watered stock and questions about expenses and salaries under Interstate Commerce Law.
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Western Union
Telegraph Company
Western Union Telegraph Co
Irregular Portes Ave Incident and Local Deaths
A colt kicked a man at Portes avenue leaving him unconscious. Mrs Irene Clemmer Dice, 27, wife of James Clemmer of the Kenneth hotel, died after weeks of illness. Edward fi Thaw, Rainierdirand visitor and NY Electric Hawk official, is in the city on business. EB Pr Tawney reports Alaska Yukon boundary gain of a 280 foot wide strip. German ship Stam overdue from Portland after 193 days at sea and reinsured at 6 percent.
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Irene Clemmer
James Clemmer
Kenneth Hotel
Edward Fi
Thaw
Harry Kendall Thaw
New York
Rainierdirand
Mr Thaw
Electric Hawk Protection Company of
Pr Tawney
Rows
Alaska
Yukon Territory
United States
Cableship Burnside Heads North Through Narrow Channel
The Burnside sails north seeking to link Catalla with the outside world by laying a cable.
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Burnside
Catalla
Council blocks halt on reducing warrant interest
Finance committee yesterday found an attempt by the Hallard council to cut the rate of interest on certain warrants blocked. It affected warrants issued by a date of action and faced a demand by a local headhouse, leaving no clear path to relief.
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Off Hallard Council
Finance Committee
Counci
Laundry Drivers Picnic Set At Pleasant Beach Sunday
The Laundry Drivers group invites members and families to a picnic at Pleasant Beach this Sunday. Activities include a barbecue, games, and a brief welcome by organizers.
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Pleasant Beach
Pienlec
Eee
Markets report crowded with varied prices and goods
The market notes widespread price shifts on Western Avenue with cantaloupes at 76 cents to 1.60 and honey at 3.75 to 6 per crate while produce ranges from potatoes to tomatoes and oranges with many items cited including cantaloupes, beets, grapes, and cranberries among local suppliers like Brooks & Co on Second Avenue.
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Conta
California
Monuments Art Marble Company Ad Listing 2011
An old classified note shows Monuments Art Marble Company location three doors north of Virginia 1. It lists the phone numbers as 1728.
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Art Marble Company
Virginia
Green Bay Branch Office Adds New Service
The Green Bay branch office announced today the addition of a new service aimed at simplifying local deliveries and improving customer access. Officials said the move follows community demand and will roll out over the coming weeks.
Man Fires Four Shots After Wife’s Betrayal in Olympia
William Sloan a carpenter and former Tenino saloonkeeper fired four shots at Mallory a bookkeeper for Jo company, after Mallory pursued Port Townsend and Olympia court action. Only one shot struck Mallory in the elbow as bystanders escaped harm. Sloan fled and has not been found. Mallory was treated for a shoulder to elbow wound and released.
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Star
Olympia
Hmia
William Sloan Carpenter
Tenino
Mallory
Jo Company
Var
Mall
Sloan
Milimag
Quipla
Untitled fragmentary betting note from unclear source
Fragmentary OCR text describes betting or wagers with names and phrases, but key details are garbled, making interpretation uncertain. The item appears to be a short local notice about bets or a gaming sheet with scattered names and terms.
Evelyn Thaw Goes Abroad For Health Break
Evelyn Thaw and her brother Howard Nesbit left New York for a brief overseas trip to regain her health before the next trial of her husband Harry Thaw.
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United Press
New York
Evelyn Thaw
Howard Nesbit
Harry Thaw
Trusted official under arrest in embezzlement case
Boston report states J. Warren Hastings of the U S subtreasury is under arrest charged with embezzling 2000 dollars from a shipment package intended for Washington. Original package reportedly contained 105000 dollars.
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Boston
Mase
Aug
Uema
J. Warren Hastings
U. S
Washington
Train Wreck Near Wheaton Kills One, Injures Four
A Burlington near Wheaton collision left one dead and four seriously hurt when a train struck a white vehicle. rescue teams rushed to the scene as authorities investigated the cause of the wreck.
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United Press
Kansas City
Burlington
Wheaton
Yachts Race Ends With William II Vessel Defeated
In the second yacht race at Kipl Germany on August 17 Emperor William the Witellsbach was beaten by the Warhoes. The yacht owned by F Lewis Clarke of Spokane Washington finished in third place.
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United Press
Kipl
Germany
Emperor William
Wittleshach
Warhoes
Yachtee
F. Lewis Clarke
Spokane
Wash
Rolled roast beef sale at city market
Local ad lists rolled roast beef at 19 cents and sirloin steak Ice leg of lamb for sale. Address 509 Third Ave appears in ad copy. Offer reflects old style grocery pricing and shop location.
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Third Ave
Excursions East and Midwest Departures by Union Line
Advertises multiple rail and river excursions with prices and dates to James Town Saratoga Springs Chicago St Louis Omaha Kansas City and Missouri river points. Trips run Aug 19 29 and Sept 11 12 13 to James Town and return 98 10. Saratoga Springs 87 00. Chicago 71 60. St Louis 67 60. Omaha and Kansas City 60 00. Tickets and info at Union Ticket Office 668 First Ave BE Ellie Genl Agt.
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Oregon H.R. & Nav. Co
James ‘Town
Saratoga Springs
N. Y
Unilon
First Ave
Ellie
Study fragment hints at August event details
OCR fragment mentions August potles and a showy sale by a nortd man, with references to a senin figure. Details are unclear, but the item appears to note a public or sales event pending further clarification.
Piano buyers urged to visit store with late evening hours
The notice invites piano buyers to come in during the extended pre sale period and keep the store open after 16 dem. The schedule extends into the evening at 8, accommodating customers who can pay toward the purchase. The location is 968 Second Avenue, near London Co. listing.
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Lneton Co
Four Die by Mental Illness During Heat in Portland
In Portland on August 17 four individuals have died in the last 48 hours as extreme heat is blamed for worsening mental health conditions. Local officials warn residents to stay hydrated and seek shade during the heatwave.
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Portland
Ore
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