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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1902
Page
1
A masked burglar broke into the 1810 Youler Way residence, woke the sleeping victim, and looted jewelry including diamonds, emeralds, a half karat diamond, a gold watch, and about $18 in cash. The intruder, armed with a heavy revolver, demanded quiet and departed after securing valuables. police investigated.
Reports describe a shooting at the Star Dance Hall where a man identified as Smith fired at a rival after a dispute over drinks. The bullet grazed Loge in the head, narrowly missing fatal injury, as witnesses recount a confrontation and ensuing arrest of several patrons and witnesses.
Rumor says A de ee may succeed the late F.N. as city streets superintendent though funeral plans for Mr remain undecided. The council and mayor favor Well, with Delphin arriving from the port this afternoon to report on the situation.
City court last night signaled a move to clear the Tenderloin district of dives and resorts. The license committee recommended denial of Tarnett’s renewal for the Star Theater district venue after a violent shooting linked to the same premises.
A. B. Powers fell from a rack pile at the Tile Brewing and Tiny Co. in Georgetown yesterday, suffering a broken leg and was taken to Battie General Hospital. Fire reported at Rev. T. F. Reveille's residence on Eighteenth avenue and Aloha street. blaze from an overheated stove was quickly extinguished by fire crews.
F N Little longtime Beattie street and parks superintendent died yesterday at his childhood home in New Hampshire after a health decline. He left Beattie five weeks ago with his wife seeking recovery and may be buried locally under the Beattie lodge. His death follows the loss of his eldest son Philip in the Jane Gray disaster. Little leaves a widow Etta and a city mourns as officials plan funeral arrangements and aid for the family.
W. Th Maxwell, a Seattle maritime figure, fell down a hatchway and died aboard a steamship bound for Honolulu. He was buried at sea, and friends in Seattle believe the death was accidental while he was en route for business. A dispatch from General Francisco claims Maxwell was the supercargo of the vessel.
In an annual message to Congress the president argues for national action to regulate corporations and antitrust concerns. He warns against stifling legitimate enterprise while urging broad supervision to protect public welfare and interstate trade.
Inducements tempt early buyers to choose from the best selection of gloves neckwear handkerchiefs leather goods perfumes dollars toys and more in the city. Prices claimed as the lowest for the highest value goods as Santa Claus invites all to visit.
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