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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1903
Page
8
Highlands August 21 8 Thomas Lipton optimistic about winning the cup says conditions yesterday were worst he ever saw off Saidy ook. Lipton praises American kindness aboard and recalls a lively exchange aboard Brim with Lipton noting Reliance and Shamrock’s performance in variable winds.
The two masted schooner Carrier Dove arrived from a fishing cruise to Kuskokwim Bay. She faced easterly gales on return and was blocked by ice for three weeks at Good News Bay. Captain John Creede reports fair weather during the voyage and notes cargo of dried codfish and salt salmon for Beattie Alaska Fishing Co. Steamer Portland sails tonight to Nome with light passengers and full cargo including six spare parts for government use in wireless telegraph construction linking Alaska cities.
Police officer Schaefer shot his wife after a chase in the kitchen early morning. She later died or was gravely wounded, while the officer claimed self defense and aided by a companion before she collapsed.
The huttieship Masmachusetts sails for the Brooklyn yards under its own steam for repairs. It is accompanied by the Indiana and she.
Classified listing notes price per window for 20 by 24 and 24 by 24 sizes with two lights. 20x24-1 3-8 two lights at 1.06 dollars each. 24x24-1 3-8 two lights at 1.22 dollars each.
Chinese Minister Cheng urged the State Department to confirm a dispatch opening two Manchuria ports in the treaty with the United States. He claimed the agreement would take effect in October and deem the outcome a great victory with immense benefits.
The Grand Army of the Republic formed in March at Springfield Illinois, led by Maj B F Stephenson who proposed its creation. Members pledged secrecy after the mint condition meeting. On April 6 the Decatur Post Honor was established. A state encampment was held in Springfield July 1 with Gen John M Palmer elected department commander. The first national encampment occurred later with Major presiding.
W Dryden, charged with burglary of the San Juan at Seventh Avenue and Union Street, Wednesday night, has retained attorney F R Powell. Police have found no details about a woman linked to the case and Dryden says a woman’s honor prevents explanation of his actions that night.
John BE Hell who robbed Dr Moore’s residence was posted in the rogues gallery this afternoon. He was arrested in Portland and brought to the city where his Portland alias was J H Stanton.
Four masked men boarded a bound train near Chicago and tied a railroad worker, then looted a freight yard. An engine crew located them an hour later and prevented a wreck, while passengers and yard trays were endangered. 56 levers in the tower were noted. The thieves escaped with a small booty.
Victoria HL CL Aum reports a unanimous decision to declare a strike with a two year contract offer and limited leave for company personnel. The talks centered on work terms and timing amid tensions over hiring practices involving Chinese workers.
Active Mormons in Seattle organize the Beattie group to grow the enet in the city. Elders from the Mormon faith attend the Tramiente Congrena as delegates led by Went state mission Ww, with Hon. John Menry Finnith aiding. A general conference is slated at Elke hall on First Avenue, with services at 1 a m and 2 p m. Foreseeable work includes strengthening the Church of Latter-Day Saints amid growing membership. A separate note reports a forest fire near Kirkland threatening timber holdings of the operheuser syndicate.
Flooded Halstead workings and drainage efforts by Delaware and Lackawanna Railroad Co. trigger mine collapse fears. Water removal floods reef and undermines town with subsidence, causing panic among property owners as the network of passages threatens homes and streets.
The so called queen of a clever counterfeiting ring, linked to a U S secret service operation, is described as innocent by her supporters yet faces jail. Her son is alleged to take the blame as officers insist she is not guilty, while she protests her honesty and past.
Renowned actor and manager John Bie ler dies at age 86 in New York after a storied career linked with Joseph Jefferson. He promoted Clara Morris and James Lewin on stage and leaves a widow and two daughters, including Effie Blisier.
London reports Lord Salisbury sinking with physicians resorting to oxygen and artificial respiration. There is no hope for recovery, according to the account.
Mrs. Jablonek of 44 University Street asked the license clerk to permit her husband to whistle to signal customers. The clerk, after questioning, learned the baker faced police orders forbidding whistling under penalty of arrest. The city solicitor stated whistles must not be blown in Cleveland.
Four fishermen arrested last week for appropriating the Whatcom catch faced a quiet morning in federal court. Judge Hanford presided as sentences were handed down, detailing the outcome of the theft allegations against the crew led by A E.
The cruiser Cleveland arrives at Bar Harbor for a government speed test aiming to show 26% knots. In King County Pub Association, Receiver Taliman denies creditors Lavanway Gillard request due to lack of solvency proof amid claims of over 19000 owed for grounds work and buildings. Physicians attending ex-Postmaster Hiewell report no serious illness. Minister Quesada says Cubs ready to sign naval station leases. Fall sales continue at Great Eastern Clothing House daily.
Listings describe a small improved house and a 410 ve bik cottage with room rentals. Prices shown around 1 000 and an annual rent of 10.60 for a room with inquiries directed to Second Avenue and nearby streets.
Mrs Anna Coliman seeks divorce from Walter Jan amid claims of habitual drunkenness and disputed habits. The couple have three children and custody arrangements are to be decided.
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