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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1903

Page

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Rush fails to reach Point Barrow on relief mission

Report from Nome details the United States revenue cutter Rush failing to breach ice to Point Barrow in summer. The vessel with mail and supplies for Indian missions faced heavy gales and solid ice pack, forcing a return before reaching the destination.

Pack Whaling Station Nome States Barrow Thie Moath Alaska J. Call Revenue Cutter Service Ohio California Point Barrow St. Michaela Dietrich Hear Point Hope Point Harrow Ley Cape Bhekimeo Cannes Aleutian Islands

Powers found guilty in Goebel assassination case

Caleb Powers is convicted of first degree murder in the Goebel assassination case in Kentucky. The verdict came after a jury deliberation. Powers, former state official, faces a death sentence. Also linked: Henry Turner and Jim Howard receive service terms for the crime.

Etown Ky. Aus Caleb Powers Powers Gov Goebel Kentucky Cor. Jor Henry Toutery Youteey Jim Howard Howard

Killed by Indians at Point 14 Miles Up Koyukuk River

Report from the steamer Ohio describes a double murder near Point 14 miles upriver on the Koyukuk. An Indian killed two white miners, mutilating one body. Soldiers later found a corpse and buried it. no official investigation had begun at Nome when the Ohio departed.

Koyukuk Ohio Arte Lane St. Michaele Yukon Nome Ploche Phebe

Wife sues saloon owner over death on rail line

The widow of Eric Luoma filed suit in the eupetind Court against Foe Kran proprietor of a Black Diamond saloon for $10 damages, alleging intoxication led to her husband’s death after being struck by a train while walking on a railroad track.

Eric Luoma Eupetind Foe Kran At Black Diamond Iquor

Officials Are Coming West On Extended Western Tour

Washington dispatch reports Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Armstrong Assistant Treasurer Fish and Collector general from New York leaving Washington for Chicago and the West. The hunting party will extend to the Pacific and include a stay in Yellowstone Park aboard the private car of President Fish.

Washington, D. C Treas Armatrong United Fish Han New York Washington Chicago West Pacific Yellowstone Park

Steam Engineere-Waitresses Hall and Union Meeting Spots

Listings show meeting venues including Steam Engineere-Waitresses hall at 140 Second Avenue and Union hall at 1610 Second Avenue with references to Street Car Employer W. CL. U. hall, Pagetound Steamship Men’s union at Pier 2 Gordon dock, and Typographical A. 9 U. W. hall in the New York block for Sunday meetings.

Second Avenue W. CL. U. Hall Pagetound Steamship Men's Union Sailors’ Hall Gordon Dock U. W. Hall New York

Arrests in Madrid Plot Unfolds During Queen Mother Absence

Thirty officers were arrested in Madrid on a plot to block the queen mother from returning from Vienna where she is visiting. They were confined at San Sebastian as the army criticizes her for the Cuban and Philippine actions during the Spanish American War.

Madrid Queen Mother Spain Vienna Marta Theresa San Sebastian Cuba Milippines

Senator Moartetay Celebrates 77th Birthday in Worcester

In Worcester Massachusetts Senator Luca F Moartetay celebrates his 77th birthday with praise from friends across states. Now serving a sixth Senate term he pursues writing and travel during summers while continuing to study Clark University and other public matters of interest.

Worcester Mase Avs Luca F. Moartetay Senate Clark University

Lost In A Storm Off Port Clarence

The Ohio steamship was reported arriving from the northwest when two New York businessmen G. A. Corbett and John Derby vanished in a gale off Port Clarence. They and their canoe were engulfed by the storm and no trace was found after about an hour, raising fears of their drowning.

Ohio York G. A. Corbett John Derby Port Clarence Peterborn Nea

Funston Arrives in Seattle After Alaska Fort Tour

General Frederick Funston returns from a inspection trip to Alaskan forts and other property. He is accompanied by his aide Lieutenant Mitchell and will stay briefly in Seattle before resuming command duties at Vancouver. The Vorsiche Zeitung notes Henrik Theens is worsening with relives near his bedside.

Berlin Vorsiche Zeitung Henrik Theens Frederick Funeton Seattle Alaskan Lieut Mitchell Wil Vancouuver

Angels rally as Drinkwater shines in loss to Seattle

In a noisy Los Angeles game Drinkwater sparked scoring with a double and a string of hits as Carrick and Lumley contributed. Jack Corbett homered in the ninth to prevent a shutout. Seattle blanked Sacramento 6-0 while Portland beat Sacramento 4-0. Standings show Los Angeles and San Francisco vying with Seattle for top spots.

Los Angeles Mr. Drinkwater Parke Wilson Carrick Drinkwater Carlos Smith Zina Carson Andrewe Dolan Byers Lumley Aase Mohler Bey Jack Corbett Angels Hoare Jonings Seattle

No Yacht Race Called Off at Highland

The Highland yacht race was canceled due to rough seas and gale force winds. Winds near 27 miles an hour at midnight kept boats tugging at moorings as crews hoped for calmer conditions.

Highland

Local court cases sprawl across Beattie area duties

Mrs Elsen Billbert sues in superior court over a defective sidewalk in front of a Weather man works site claiming damages after a fall last March. Tony Barnes charged with embezzlement from Seattle Laundry, released on 15 bond. Mrs Mary O Shea sues John Shea for divorce on drunkenness grounds. Willem C Carn returns to Seattle from Alaska after dedicating the first pipe organ to be carried to Dewson for First Presbyterian Church. Also notes on William McKinley circle A R meeting and J M Wiinen's Alaska trip with wife.

Elsen Billbert Beattie Weeter- Plas Weaterman Worn Gray Moreland Bros Tony Barnes Seattle Wne Barnes Mary O'Shea John Shea Willem C. Carn New York Alaska Dewson First Presbyterian Church Canada Dawson William McKinley’ Circle Ladies of the A. R Inetpad Ac Arust J. M. Wiinen Pirot Presbyterian Church Vietting Dewson Whitehorse Sitka

New York Division Plans Banquet to Revive League of American Wheelmen

In New York a banquet at Brighton Beach is set to unite League of American Wheelmen members from across the state after the annual meet was canceled due to waning bicycle interest. Copenhagen reports the Danish government eyes selling the Danish West Indies by lottery to raise funds.

New York League of American Wheelmen Waa America Brighton Peach Copenhagen Danish West Indies

DAILY TAX LESSON BLAMES ASSESSOR FOR RISING TAX BIAS

A readers’ note criticizes Assessor Peters for lax verification of corporate tax figures and invasive audits of private citizens like William Jones. It argues big firms abused the system, demanding fairness and uniformity in tax collection across county, state, and city finances.

Peters Beattle Electric Company William Jones Green Lake Assconor Jones Eseemeer Seecor Aaseseer Bmall Assensor Assensors Electric Company Tm Cere Sareas Port Street Renton Eotric King County Willsen Elmetric Company AM Jones Green Lang

California Indian Chief Faces Possible Death Sentence

The 11 year old Mono Pioche known as Dig ifledian is held as a prisoner in California. A war chief and survivor, he faces possible death as he stands accused after mining disputes erupted into violence. His tribe lost elder leaders and the conflict drew in miners and authorities.

Los Angeles California Mono Pioche Mono Ptoche Matowe Mtewer Hie Son

Fatal Jag After City Fall Drowns After Bridge Fall

Gue Dalquiet, recently jailed for sobriety, fell from the Grant street bridge near dusk and drowned after leaving the station bound for a loging camp. Police found him with 18 cents, and a coroner’s inquest directed the Fonney Watson company.

Gue Dalquiet Grant Street Washington Street Fonney- Watson Company

Regional concert series includes eight cities across the Midwest

Eight cities Cincinnati Chicago Toledo Columbus Akron Canton Milwaukee and Hamilton Ont will take part in two concerts scheduled as part of a larger event. Monday will be devoted to the business pensions portion of the meet.

Cincinnati Chicago Toledo Columbus Akron Canton Milwaukee Bamilton Ont

Close of Racing at King County Fair Ends Meet

The King County Fair association fall meeting ends this evening as most riders and track staff depart for Sacramento. Results show Clausia capturing four furlongs, Headetrone six furlongs, Admetue mile and an eighth, Pascenso six furlongs, and Frank Pearce one mile, with times and places listed for each race.

King County Fair Association Sacramento Clope Hortesa Clausia Mig Duteh Mies Nettle McDonald Headetrone Bleyele Lord Eldred Carson Admetue Assesment Invictus Kunz Pascenso Reeter Claud

Miners Attack Batting As Butte Rally Stumbles

The Miners mercilessly pressured, targeting Jack Mickey and Magie while Dugdale’s pitching faced hard hits. Beattie and others struggled as offense faltered in three innings, with sparse scoring noted in partial box lines and local real estate ads interrupting the sports page.

Hutta Aug Magie Jack Mickey Dugdale Butte Dug Baber Bandelin Ingle Dog Jack Engle Hutte Beattie

Storewide Ladies and Children's Dress Goods Sale Ad

A vintage style sale notice lists lawn dresses and trims, lace, embroidery, and shirts at bargain prices. It promotes infant moccasins, ribbed hosiery, corsets, and satin shoes with emphasis on value and low cost, inviting readers to shop for many more tempting items across the store.

Reliance School

Kenilworth Fall Meeting Opens With Strong Entry List

The Buffalo Racing Association fall meeting at Kenilworth opened today with a full entry of fast horses from the East and West. The 19 day program includes 10 stake events, signaling a high spirited season of racing ahead.

Buffalo New Buffalo Reeing Association Kenilworth

Canada’s Exposition Opens in Toronto with Royal Exhibits

The Toronto Industrial Exposition opened today with Lord Mtrathoona pressing a button to start the machinery. Displays include a queen’s jubilee present and items donated by King Edward. Exhibits also show Lord Dufferin’s contributions and lace and linens from the Countess of Brutin.

Canada Toronto Ont Augannda Lord Mtrathoona Edward Lord Dufferin Countess of Brut Ferin

Bellew Heads to America for New Play

London Aug. Kyrie Hellen sails for the United States to stage a new play The Amateur Crackaman set to open in Philadelphia on September 21楽し

London Kyrie Hellen United States Crackaman Hadelphia

Mina Vesta Tilley Sets Sail for America

London reports Mina Vesta Tilley among a large group of theatrical figures departing for the United States. She plans an eight week stay under Mr. Tyler's management with two plays including The Ice of Roy a comedy by Hall Caine and an American collaborator.

London America Mina Vesta Tilley Mb Weeks Mr. Tyler Hall Caine

Burton Holmen Tours Alaska Lectures Series

Lecturer and author Burton Holmen is in the city returning from Alaska where he gathered material for a forthcoming lecture series on the country.

Burton Holmen Alaska

Festival of Swiss Singers Arrives for Detroit Event

Delegations from Wettale Ceveland Allegheny and other cities gather for the Swiss American Central Singers League festival in Detroit to be held tomorrow with local and visiting singing societies participating.

Detroit Roms Wettale Ceveland Allegheny

Pastor Withdraws Acceptance at First M. B. Church

Rev Dr Howe of Springfield had accepted the pastorate of the First M B church in this city but withdrew due to his wife’s health.

Howe Springfield M. B

No circle event in Tacoma on September 4

There will be no circle of ladies of G. A. R. organized at Tacoma on Thursday Sept 4. All comrades and members of Wm. McKinley circle of Beattie and ann Sanees circle of Bedford are invited to attend. Time Interurban at 7 30 noon corner Jackson on ret avenue.

Tacoma Wm. McKinley Beattie Ann Sanees Bedford Tike Jackson Ret Avenue

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