Noble Washington student Ernest Demond dies after struggle for education
A young NV student, Ernest Demond, dies in Seattle after moving from Latona to study at the state university. He and his wife faced poverty while he pursued learning, endured abuse from peers, and his death prompts a university-led fund to support his widow.
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Ernest Demond
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Dayton
Ernest
State University
Seattle
The
Latona
Boers Defeated Near Tontellsbosch in South Africa
Gen Kitchener reports a Boer attack on the garrison at Tontellsbosch repelled. He says the southwestern Orange River Colony is cleared of Boers. Weekly operations show 17 killed 37 wounded or captured and 5 surrendered. The tone suggests the war ending may be near.
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London
Kitchener Sroses
Thos Warner Arrested On Shoe Theft Suspicions
Thos Warner, a tall youth, was arrested this morning by Patrolmen Schaneman and Devel on suspicion of stealing about six pairs of new shoes. Found with five and a half pairs, he offered them for 75 cents a pair. He claimed the shoes came from a traveling salesman but officers found the story unlikely and Warner was jailed. No charges filed yet.
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Purser Pingree Arrested for Embezzlement on Skagit Queen
F R Pingree once purser of the Skagit Queen is jailed on charges of larceny by embezzlement. He reportedly mishandled about 200 dollars over several months while in service, and investigators traced the missing funds as he ceased employment weeks earlier. Trials and further details follow as police pursue the case.
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F. R. Pingree
Pinree
Pingree
City council proposes charter changes affecting public works
A series of resolutions introduced by Mr. Party seeks to amend the city charter to alter the board overseeing public works. The plan would add three members to the board including the superintendent of sewers and the city engineer, with salaries rising to 2300 and 2500 dollars annually, and the sale of a key asset increasing to 4000 dollars.
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Party
Eac
Fabry
Seattle Bridge Firm Faces Tax Hurdle Over Victoria Contract
The Seattle Bridge and Dredging Co fears heavy taxes on its plans if it wins the Point Ellice bridge contract in Victoria B C Collector Milne has already taxed Wad dell’s Fraser River bridge plans at New Westminster B C Hardenberg of Puget Sound Bridge says the firm is being fiercely challenged in Victoria and may face similar taxation.
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Big Point Ellice
Victoria
Milne
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Fraser River
New Westminster
B.C
Point Killie
Geo
BE. Hardenberg
Puget Sound
13-year-old arrested in brass theft on Railroad Avenue
Police officer Stepler arrested John Eckert a boy of about 13 on suspicion of stealing car brasses from vehicles around Railroad Avenue. A large brass piece was recovered on his person during the arrest.
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John Eckert
Stepler
Railroad Avenue
Councilman Byers Proposes Charter Amendment on Injury Claims
Councilman Byers introduced a resolution to shorten the city charter period for filing personal injury damage claims from six months to 60 days. He argued the shorter time would prevent loss of evidence and improve the city's ability to evaluate cases.
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Washington Modiste Beaten to Death in D C Apartment
Mary Walter Dennis, prominent Washington fashion designer, was found unconscious in her apartment with a fractured skull and multiple bruises. Police believe the attack occurred recently and a pocketbook with money remained untouched, ruling out robbery as motive. Her condition is critical with no apparent suspect or motive identified.
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Washington
D. C
Walter Dennis
Boa
Dennis
Not Even Secretary Can Tell The Schley Report
Washington DC December 10. Navy department authorities say the Schley court of inquiry report will be submitted before week’s end. Its contents remain secret and no one knows its purport not even the secretary of the navy. Public release will await official filing.
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Washington, D. C
Navy Department
Schley Court of Inquiry
Secretary of the Navy
Memorial arch abandoned for Canton McKinley monument
Canton project replaces the popular subscription plan to erect a McKinley memorial arch as the entrance to the Potomac river bridge. The new plan calls for a monument to the martyred president at Canton.
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Washington, Dbd
Dee
Potomac River Bridge
Canton
Wreck and Death From Train Collision North of Yakima
In a head on collision between two freight trains two miles north of North Yakima on December 9 1900 engineers and firemen were seriously injured including Fingineer Cantonwine Peters Stott Brakeman Darcy Conductor Chare and Fireman Schanno three engines and eight cars were destroyed
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Northern Pacific
Fingineer
Cantonwine
Andeman Peters
Stott
Darcy
Chare
Schanno
Smooth Inez Bobs Up and Revives Divorce Scandal
A divorce court matinee last Saturday featured Ines Peterson, noted for beauty and a past scandal involving B. J. Peterson of Montana and Henry W. Corbett of Portland. The testimony touched on her husband’s absence, a rumored affair, and connections to a senator, with details disclosed in a murky, sensational scene.
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Ines
Ines Petereon
BR. B. Peterson
Montana
Balem
Oregon
Anné
Ines Peterson
Jourem
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Pap
Bell Bey
John Tt. Mitchell
Did Not Kill Her Child Verdict In New York Inquest
Coroners inquest into the death of Jethe a Dalewan exonerates the mother of murder suspicions. Testimony showed the mother’s anguish as a commercial traveler in the adjoining hotel room noted the fatal arsenical poisoning. Mrs Dale arreste d, hospitalized in collapse, to be released as jury returns accidental poisoning verdict.
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New York
Jethe A Dalewan
James Grant and Mabel Dividends in Lodging House Dispute
James M Grant had a receiver appointed for the lodging house at 1416 First Avenue. Mabel Dividends counters with an affidavit claiming an agreement to live with Grant, share duties, and eventual marriage, with Grant proposing to buy furniture and advance payments while lodging with her. She alleges Mrs Woolhard’s appearance triggered eviction threats and rivalry.
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James M. Grant
First Avenue
Mabel
Mr. Grant
Grant
Protest Over Twelfth Avenue Water Main Assessment
John Dowling of 216 Twelfth Avenue loudly criticized the Twelfth Avenue water main assessment during the council meeting. He described the street as ruined with mud and leaks, urging officials to inspect the area. The issue was referred to the fire and water committee for investigation.
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John Dowling
Twelfth Avenue
Fire and Water Committee
Alaska Lawyer Dubose Seeks Commutation for Good Conduct
Dudley Dubose, serving time in Alameda jail for contempt, fights a district attorney denial of commutation. A telegram to Attorney General Knox asks for a decision. Washington reports suggest the AG will grant the commute for extra good conduct as Dubose grows weary of confinement.
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San Francisco
Dudley Dubose
Alaska
Alameda
Knox
Washington
Dubose
Nome
Good Shepherd Sale For Orphans Open Next Wednesday
A sale of embroidered linens and other gift items will open next Wednesday morning at 1216 Second avenue to benefit the orphans in the care of the sisters of the Good Shepherd. Lunch will be served 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Donations of any kind are welcomed.
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Second Avenue
Sisters of the Good Shepherd
Rate War Roils Utah Rail Freight Markets
Utah railroads wage a fierce freight rate war with no regard for tariffs or schedules. Old rates collapse as lines compete to win business, with agents granted discretion to cut prices. West bound shipments await further cuts, and rumors say agents are offering percent off schedules.
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Salt Lake City
Utah
Amalgamated Copper Opens Higher on Strengthening Copper Markets
Amalgamated Copper rose to 72 5/8 on the New York Stock Exchange as copper gains buoyed confidence. Despite a heavy market, rumors of a settlement between opposing factions circulated, offering hope for relief from pressure.
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Amalgamated Co
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Amalgamated
Americans In The Lead In Six Day Bicycle Race
Five teams in the six days international bicycle race at Madison Square Gardens led in a tight pack this morning with four American squads among the leaders. After thirty hours, the top five had each covered 605.3 miles.
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New York
Madison Square Gardens
Congress Halts for Holidays Amid Tariff Talks
Washington reports show the House adjourning for the holidays after presenting the Iethmian canal commission's report and naming committee chairs. A Philippine tariff bill was introduced by Payne and approved for full committee review. the Senate convened in executive session to discuss the May Pauncefote treaty, with notices of mint and Spokane public building bills. A false claim of a U S Nicaragua treaty circulated, later dismissed by State Department officials.
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Iethmian Canal Commission
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