Bagged Another Escapee in Reno Nevada
Chief Leeper and Deputy Woodey captured M.-Chonvict Woods in a Reno barber shop without a shot. Scout Craig from Daviaville California tracked the escapees and aided officers. Miller is believed wounded.
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1903
Page
8
Weather and political notes from multiple cities
Telegraph briefs report scattered items including weather in New York with variable winds and possible showers for yacht course openings, Santa Fe machine shop fire near Beaumont, New Jersey Governor Murphy and Senators visiting Roosevelt, and retirements and obituaries in Reno and Georgetown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Aug
Weather Bureau
Port Worth
Tex
Santa Fe
Beaumont
Oyster Bay
Ave
Murphy
New Jersey
Keene
Devden
Roosevel
Loeb Han
Reno
M—A
Cleveland
Big
White Pine County
York
Charlies Cotten
Buffalo
St. Stephens
Jafferson City
Fare
Georgetown
Powne
Nis
May Be England Man of Tomorrow Herbert Henry Asquith
Herbert Henry Asquith is portrayed as rapidly becoming the Liberal Party’s real leader in Britain. Born to modest means in Yorkshire, he worked through college and studied law, rising to Home Secretary in 1890 and later representing East Fife. He has been twice married, speaks forcefully, and exerts personal influence that makes him indispensable to his party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Henry Asquith
Bert Henry Asquith
Liberal Party
Bergland
England
Yorkshire
Oxford
London
Rosebery
East Fife
Tr Tament
Margaret Tennant
Asquith
Funeral for John V Leonard Follows Seattle Electric Barn Tragedy
The funeral for John V. Leonard, killed in the Seattle Electric Co barns, was held at Bouney-Watson chapel. A streetcar brought many mourners to the burial. A porch fire on Rain Street prompted an emergency call but only the porch floor was damaged. Various city items and detentions appear in brief notes from Seattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John V. Leonard
Seattle Electric. Co
Bouney-Wateon
Electric
Rain Street
Seattle
Vrency
Vrency, da Cambione
Antve
Wiles Anak Wilson
Sheriffs Office
Montaith
Iwanki
Northern Pacific
Burghary Koast Mephe
Toronto trio returns with spruce limit land deal
Aus J Palmer Col Mellie and John Yule of London return from Priv Royal Island with a deal for 0,000 acres of spruce limit. They plan a pulp and paper mill and promise a lower price compared to mills in Washington and California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
Aus
J. Palmer
Toronto
Col
Mellie
John Yule
London
Priv Royal Island
Washington
California
Vote Count Delayed in Roll of Honor Contest
The Star postpones final results of the Roll of Honor contest to tomorrow due to a late flood of ballots. J. & Mc Dougell and A. G. Buchanan are expected to top the list, with remaining ranks pending full tally and ballot verification. Prizes will be announced once winning ballots are confirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
J. & McDougell
A. G. Buchanan
Heer
Inquest Hears Death Of James Rumbeaux At Logging Camp
Coroner Hoye opened an inquest into the death of James B. Rumbeaux, killed by his wife at a Waleh Lake logging camp. The defense claimed the shooting was accidental. Evidence included threats, statements by Rumbeaux, and testimony from doctors and camp workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoye
James B. Rumbeaux
Waleh Lake
Rumbeaux
Henney- Watson
Chancel Guild Excursion to Fnoqusimie Na by Rail
The Chancel Guild of Mack's church plans a day trip to Fnoqusimie Na tomorrow. The train departs Union Depot in the morning and returns from Palle at 6 PM. Tickets are available at the usual prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mack's Church
Fnoqusimie Na
T Union Depot
Ex UC President Ketlogg to Lead Waiteck Sanitarium
Martin Ketlogg former president of the University of California is named to head the Waiteck sanitarium in San Francisco California. The appointment signals a shift in leadership at the facility as it seeks new direction under his guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Cal
Aca
Martin Ketlogg
University of California
Waiteck Sanitarium
Burglary Charge Dismissed in San Juan Case
The burglary charge against John W. Dryden, a bank clerk, was dropped this afternoon on motion by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Kriete. The prosecution said the testimony would not justify further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rumbenus
Harber
Tennant
Wayside Hospital
John W. Dryden
San Juan
Kriete
Whittlesey Trial Opens In Superior Court
The county sues former Treasurer Charles F. Whittlesey and sureties to recover a shortage from his first term. The civil case, in the superior court before Special Judge Wilmen Tucker, proceeds before a jury with defense arguing only that the alleged shortage is a swing and the figures result from bad ping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles F. Whittlesey
Spe
Cial
Wilmen Tucker
S Winge
Skookum Jim Takes Bride In Klondike Union
Skookum Jim, famed discoverer of the Klondike, marries a Dawson era native at Whitehorse Ab-cotn-ate Moyear-old bride of Mathes Mission. Rev J Wrieht Ged the knot. Passengers aboard the Cottage City report the ceremony occurred while the king was near Hatoe Mission en route from Dawson to Seattle with gold. The couple honeymooned down the Yukon to Skookum Jim’s home on Covery Creek and later Dawson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Whitehorse
Ab-cotn-ate
Moyear-old Pathe Belle of
Mathes Mission
V. J. Wrieht
Parengers
Cottage City
Hatoe Mission
Dawson
Seattle
Beatile
Yukon
Shookum
Covery Creek
Klondike
Skookum
Beattie
Pan American Railway Wins Territorial Charter
The Pan American railway secured a territorial charter here today to be capitalized for a quarter of a billion dollars. The line will extend from Port Nelson on the Hudson May to Buenos Aires, via Winnipeg, Lincoln, Drallna, Mexico City, Central America, Colombia, Peru, aiming to connect major ports and cities across the continent. Representatives included Charlie Beech of Lome and Charlee Kaw tine of New York City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
GurTnunikx
T. Aue M
Pan-American Railway
Port Nelson
Buenos Ayres
Angertina
Winnipeg
Lincoln
Drallna
Mexico City
Central Amerios
Colombia
Meneder
Peru
Charlie Beech
Lome
Charlee Kawtine
New York City
Milner Divorce Granted for Incompatibility and Cruelty
Susie Milner was granted a divorce from Walter Milner by Superior Judge Tallman this morning on grounds of incompatible temperament and cruelty. The plaintiff wins $15 monthly alimony and custody of their baby girl. Milner did not contest the court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susie Milner
Walter Milner
Judes Tallman
Milner
Man in custody mutters during hospital ward scene
Prisoner Charlee Keller, described as slipping into insanity, is seen muttering about a girl and his head being wet as he walks across a hospital ward. He explains leaving Portland for Beattie to escape someone, while doctors order head bathing and rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlee Keller
Ned
Portland
Beattie
Keller
Miners withdraw demand in Marble Roy ruins dispute
Special to The Star reports Vancouver observers that miners have withdrawn their demand for shorter hours and higher pay in the Marble Roy ruins, linked to the Tacoma Steel Organiser and a labour stalemate. The change follows a path toward calmer negotiations amid strained relations in the mining region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
B. C
Tacoma Steel
Ciaminval
Laweer
Women’s 120 inch Outfit with Yoke and Ruffles
A fragment describes a women’s outfit priced at $1.08 with a fancy shaped yoke and delicate ruffles and braid. The text lists full bodice and estes with trim details and possible fabric mentions.
Men's Wear In Between Season Furnishings Sale
A sale offers men’s wear and furnishings available for pickup now at prices well below regular levels. Shoppers can choose seasonal items and practical basics at reduced costs.
Rumor of Strike on Seattle Renton Line
A rumor of a strike by Seattle Renton railway Carmen arose over a proposal for a 50 cent per hour raise, later deemed unfounded. Officials from Beattie Street Railway, union leaders, and the advisory committee discussed the matter, with unions across the city preparing to participate in a council effort to resolve the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle-Renton
Seattle - Renton Railway
Inc
Payne
F. H. Osgood
Beattie & Kenton Railway
Beattie Prvctric Company
Hoth
Carmen
Renton
Heattie Street Railway
Fereplayer’ Union
Electric Company
Beattie Street Railway
P. F. Pinney
F. B Weller
J. W. Bexton
J. M. Hughes
R. V. Hoyt
A Tuncan
A. Mey
J. G. Hansen
J. G. Hansen, Senting the Plasterers’, Shinglers
Waltreases
Delestes
Careta
Out for a Spin Highland Yacht Event
Two yachts named Highland Aum 24 participated in a half hour spin on the water. The brief outing included both vessels circling and returning to the dock. No incidents reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highland
Yachting Costs and Commission Details Revealed
The article outlines the high expenses of yachting from vessel cost to commissioning. It notes a small craft can be commissioned for around $100 with dimensions about nine to ten feet overall, twenty feet beam and twelve feet draft. It describes four weeks to commission including fitting, varnishing, and fittings, plus ongoing weekly crew, supplies, and fuel costs.
Cafe Owners Sue Royal Dairy for 7500 Damages
Daniel McKensien and George Holstein of the Fashion cafe sue the Royal Dairy and dairy commissioners for 7500 alleging loss of patronage after milk sold as pure contained formaldehyde. A dairy commissioner named John Doe seized a sample and found formaldehyde, with plaintiffs claiming responsibility lies with the Royal Dairy for misrepresentation. The suit hints at conspiracy between the dairy commissioner and the Dairy and alleges protective shielding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dairy Commissioners
Royal Airy
John Doe
Fashion Cafe
Royal Derry
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Folsom
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M.—Chonvict
Leeper
Dep
Uty Woodey
Craig
Daviaville, Cala
Miller
Man OF
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Chicago
Washington Park
Second Avenue and
University St
Bannockburn
Hinck
Kerrey
Prince Albert
Princess Royal Island
The
G. H. Smith
KB. Fadl
Carter Hunt
Snoqualmie
Whittlesey
Skookum Jim Takes Bride
Mary Spencer
Castor Kersey
Zme
Pricelly
Stone, Fisher & Lane
Timely
Wonens
Merode
OREM
Ossseesen
Bhadees Hategsn Tades Bsc Children's and Misses
Jodie
Bsc
Daniel McKensien
George Hol
Stein
Fashion
Pike Street
the Royal Dairy and
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