Fierce Fire Destroys Independ ent Brewery Plant in Seattle
The Independ ent Brewery Co plant at South Beattie near Grant Street burned in a pre dawn blaze estimated at 99 000 dollars. The outbreak started during a shipment of kindling and coal, with water access limited by city limits, delaying firefighting efforts. The blaze killed the new brewery building, machinery, a stable, and three NP freight cars. Moyses of Tacoma owns the controlling stake. Chief Ralph Cook notes no immediate insurance confirmation.
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Independent Brewery Co
South Beattie
Fend
Seattle
Ace
Min Moyses
Tacoma
John Brown
George M. Brown
Brown
Seattle Fireiment
Cook
No. 3 Engine
Company E
Ralph Cook
Moyses
Shortage Found in Fikes Lodge Books
Auditing committee of the Fikes lodge reports misappropriation of funds unearthed at the recent grand lodge in Salt Lake City. The audit indicates gradual loss and improper use of money by a single role actor. Prosecution not expected.
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Omaha
Fikes Lodge
Grand Lodge
Salt Lake City
Elks Carnival Welcomes Tacoma and Portland Guests
Guests from Tacoma and Portland arrive for Seattle Elks Carnival events. Mayor Campbell and Tacoma city officials ride the Seattle Interurban train, tour race grounds, and join Seattle officials at the power plant and midway as plans highlight a busy evening of festivities and cross city ties.
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Tacoma
Portland
Taco
Elks
Seattle
Elke
North Yakma
Cascades
Seattle Electric Company
G. W. Dickinson
McGraw
Morrison
Mullen
Rinehart
Kistler
Fourth Avenue
Pike Street
Second Avenue
Yesterway
Post Street
Campbell
Calm After The Storm in Hazleton
Hazleton Pa August 2 1944 calm scenes yesterday were not repeated this morning as Lehigh Valley company and the mayor provided protection for men returning to war. Guards deployed deputies alerted without trouble.
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Hazleton
Lehigh Valley Company
Train Derailment Near Spokane After Freight Collision
A freight train bound for Booth Bend derailed on a long grade into Spokane last night after a switch mishap. The engineer and fireman McMasters escaped serious injury by leaping to safety. their fate remains uncertain as they may die from injuries.
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Spokane
Booth Bend
McMasters
Bedng
Oreshack
Potatoes Fuel Divorce Between Estella and Otis Dodge
Estella Dodge seeks divorce from Otis Dodge after a pantry quarrel over cold potatoes. He allegedly hurled the vegetable missiles at her from the doorway, leaving her covered in mashed spuds and prompting the grounds of cruelty for the dissolution of their marriage.
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Estella Dodge
Otis
Evans divorce suit filed over cruelty and non support
Jane Evans filed a divorce action against James Evans alleging cruelty and failure to provide support. The filing marks the start of a legal dissolution of their marriage.
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Jane Evans
James Evans
Dotty H Smith to be examined for insanity in court
Dotty H Smith is to be examined for insanity in the superior court this afternoon. The complaint against her was sworn out by J W Smith.
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Dotty H. Smith
J. W. Smith
Fire at Rossland destroys portions of four blocks
A daytime blaze engulfed P Burns & Co butcher shop on Spokane street in Rossland British Columbia. Strong winds redirected flames across four blocks centering at Spokane street and avenue causing extensive losses near 100000. Local brigades from War Ragie Center Star mines and Trail fire company aided alongside citizen volunteers as Chief Guthrie recovered from a shock after contact with a live wire.
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Rossland
B.C
P. Burns & Co
Spokane Street
Avenue
Weather Forecast for Seattle and Vicinity Tonight
Tonight and Wednesday forecast for Seattle and surrounding area calls for fair skies. Light northeast winds are expected with comfortable temperatures and no precipitation anticipated.
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Seattle
Vicinity
Tonnaght
Wodnastey Fair
Seattle and Vicinity
Dreams Of Youth And Circus In Town
The Seattle crowd flocked to the Ringling show for a three ring carnival in North Beattie. A thousand workers built a canvas city as youth recalled childhood and adults sought escape in a spectacular tour featuring Nellie the giraffe and a polar bear.
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Seattle
North Beattie
Nellie
Roosevelt Talks Cuba and Navy in Two Stops
President Roosevelt spoke in Lowell urging reciprocal trade with Cuba to join the economic system and later in Haverhill stressed the navy as essential to national honor and security. He urged building a modern fleet and training officers to meet future war.
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Roosevelt
Cuba
Navy
Lowell
Mass
Mose
Haverhill
Gage Endorsed By California Republican Platform
Sacramento Aug 26 The California Republican state convention opened with Lt Gov Neff presiding. The platform endorsed Roosevelt’s administration, Cuban policy, and national irrigation. An amendment endorsing Governor Gage was adopted after debate. Governor nominees included Gage, Flint, Pardes, Hava, and Edacon. No ballots cast before adjournment at 12 55 p.m.
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Sacramento
Neff
Committee On Business
Roosevelt
Fores Fruita
California
Congress
Gage
McKinley
Los Angeles
Flint
Pardes
Hava
Kdacon
War Department orders Miles to inspect Philippine Army
Washington announces an executive order directing General Miles to proceed around September 16 to the Philippines to inspect instruction, discipline, and supplies. The move appears aimed at relieving Miles from Grand Army encampment duties amid veteran plans to honor him there.
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Washington, D. C
War Department
Miles
Philippines
Sailors and Girls Amid Harbor Romance Aboard Ferries
Sailors aboard the Whain and the ferries Manette and City of Seattle mingle with hundreds of passing girls between the shore and the West Battle bathing beach. The ships deviate from course to near the battleship as young women crowd the decks and sailors wave handkerchiefs in playful signaling.
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Ries
Manette
City of
Seattle
Communication system advancing beyond Marconi's
A fragment notes that communication, while perhaps not as scientific as Marconi's system, is being carried on, signaling ongoing progress and practicality in wireless methods.
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Mr. Marcon
President Launches Maine Trip With Series of Stops
Boston Aug. 26 The president rose early and, after breakfast, boarded a special train for a Maine trip. The day features busy schedule with stops at Lowell Lawrence Haverhill Dover Old Orchard Portland Lewiston Augusta and planned brief speeches at each stop.
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Boston
Maine
Lowell
Lawrence
Haverhill
Dover
Old Orchard
Portland
Lewiston
Augusta
Friars in the Philippines and mission farewell in New York
Archbishop Ryan of Philadelphia denies endorsing the expulsion of the friars from the Philippines saying replacements may be needed but actions should not harm the Catholic church. The Shinano Maru carried a missionary band bid farewell at Westminster Church with speakers from Beattie and nearby towns.
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New York
Ryan
Philadelphia
Roosevelt
Philippines
China
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Beattie
Fire at Coeur d Alene Threatens City
Fire in Coeur d Alene Idaho damaged water works and electric light plant. Spokane assistance reached the city in time to save it from total destruction. Local authorities estimate the loss and seek further aid as investigators begin work onsite.
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Spokane
Coeur de Alene City
Idaho
Divorce Granted to Anna Townes in Judge Tallman Court
Anna Townes, described as a pretty mulatto, was divorced from her husband Wallace Townes today by Judge Tallman. She testified she was compelled to earn her living through manicuring and hairdressing since separation.
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Anna Townes
Wallace Townes
Tallman
Butchers Open HQ as Frye Bruhn Strike Continues
The striking butchers set up headquarters at the W C L U hall and plan further action at a meeting of the Butchers and Meat Cutters Union. President A Dunseth issued a proclamation praising public sympathy while seeking support for small demands.
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W. C. L. U. Hall
Butchers’ and Meat Cutters’ Union
Frye-Bruhn
War Between Confetti Merchants Breaks Into Streets
Rival confetti dealers Felitz Bros and James Heffernan clash over carnival concessions and street sales. Heffernan accuses Felitz of monopoly tactics after arrests of his boy peddlers for selling confetti described as fine. He vows to fight for his rights and may seek legal action or injunction.
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Felitz Bros
Bika
James Heffernan
Mighty Voice
Jimmy
Hie
Jimm
Felits
Heffernan
Confett
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