Seattle bailiff McCorey va lonnement insane after Olympia pardon bid
Thomas McCorey former Seattle deputy sheriff and Justice Davis bailiff appeared before Governor Mead seeking a Wallace Carey pardon then suffered sudden insanity symptoms. He was detained in Olympia restaurant now sent home to Seattle for rest and recovery. Local officials praise his long service and prior political activity.
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Thomas McCorey
Seattle
Davis
Mead
Olympia
Wallace Carey
McCarey
Bartlett
Carey's
McCorey
Thurston County
Dore Dropped by the Times and Seattle Turmoil
The Seattle Daily Times reports the discharge of court reporter John F. Dore over a $20 check he cashed for Harry Lippman with funds later claimed to have gone to E. W. Allen of The P. I. The Star reveals Dan Dean’s failed scheme for a cent morning paper and Dean’s disgraceful dismissal. Simmering unrest in Russia and Prague follows with calls for leadership changes and martial law.
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Seattle Daily Times
John F. Dore
Harry Lippman
Dore
E. W. Allen
P.I
Mr. Lippman
Star
Dere
Stratton
Building Trades Council
Seattle
Dan Dean
The
Considera
Dean
Smalley
the Star
Two News
Wells
Russia Revolution Expands as Livonia Declares Independence
The Riga authorities have fallen to a new regime. Officials are prisoners and uniforms face danger in the streets. Livonia proclaims itself a separate nation with contracts canceled and breweries closed. Peasants attack the upper class while a volunteer force forms to defend lives and property. An organized revolutionary movement grows across the empire.
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Riga
Helsingfors
Finland
Livonia
Russia
Linemen nearly die in Tanana river ice crossing
United States telegraph linesmen in Alaska endure severe winter hardship to repair lines to the interior. A crew attempting to fix a break near Tortella on the Tanana river narrowly escaped death when their canoe overturned amid floating ice. The thermometer plunged to 65 degrees below zero. The party reached shore safely.
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United States
Alaska
Tanana
Tortella
Tanana River
Sero
North Seattle lot bid rejected by council
Despite heavy advertising and a $12,000 offer, double the first high bid, the city council declines to sell the North Seattle lot. H. F. James remains the highest bidder.
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Seattle
H. F. James
Mufflers Reefers and Full Dress Shields at RP
N Brooks and Company advertises mufflers reefers and full dress shields available at their shop located at 1321 and avenue.
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RP. N. Brooks & Co
Ave
Doctor reports condition improves for Green Lake family
Dr. A B Kidd of Green Lake notes Mrs Greese and her children are improving after a period of distress and mental strain. He believes the family can care for themselves in a few weeks as preparations begin for lettuce cultivation in a greenhouse valued around 150 dollars.
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A. B. Kidd
Green Lake
Navy Yard Missions at Bremerton to Undergo Major Upgrades
Rear Admiral Endicott proposes nearly 2 million dollars for Bremerton Navy Yard improvements including many buildings shops dredges cranes railways water heating piers power plant crematory and sewers. He also urges immediate construction of a 1250000 drydock. Congress is expected to support the plan. Bremerton should see unusual activity in coming months.
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Bureau of Yards and Docks
Navy Yard
Bremer
Congress
Bremerton
Floor collapses twice at Lowman building injures workers
For a second time during construction at the Lowman building at First Ave and Cherry St, a portion of concrete flooring on the eighth story collapsed yesterday afternoon. The seventh floor buckled earlier with two men injured. the eighth floor withstood the shock, causing minimal damage. The cabinet began its first meeting in London this morning.
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Lowman Building
First Av
Cherry St
Suggestions for Christmas Gifts From Spinning's Cash Store
A catalog style note advises lasting gifts leave a mark beyond the moment. Carving sets are praised while cheap items earn scant thanks. The piece mentions guns and rifles as options with price ranges and notes a Water Wine Go Set as a desirable present.
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Oures
Five railroad lobbies to work hard in Congress
In Washington on December 14 a minimum of five distinct railroad lobbies will pursue the rate question. Led by President Spencer and ex Senator Faulkner, eastern and southern interests form the first group. George W Peck heads the second, with three western railroads. A third group of shippers is led by Frank D. Barry under the Interstate Commerce Act. The cattlemen’s coalition is the fourth, guided by Judge Cowan of Texas, while the fifth represents commission men seeking influence for private car lines.
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Flest
Spencer
Faulkher
George W Peck
Chicago
Western Railroad
Frank D. Barry
Interstate Commerce Law Convention
Mother and Children Flee Columbus Case Update
Captain Teawert doubts his wife fled with the children and says the matter is with an attorney. If she is gone, steps will be taken to recover. Attorney Werts reports the woman is in contempt of court and expects to locate her when needed. See the public notice on Pea.
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Columbus
Teawert
Werts
Sneak Thieves Cause City Police Trouble
Report of a bicycle theft near the Western Union Telegraph office prompts police notice as residents in the city report recurring thefts. Ray Heedy of 4096 6th Ave N KB reports his bicycle stolen this morning. The Ladies Aid Society of Calw Presbyterian church held a bake sale in the church parlor that evening.
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Ray Heedy
6Th
Av. N. KB
Western Union Telegraph Office
Ladi’ Aid Society of
Cal
Examination for Marine Corps lieutenants opens in DC
The Navy Department began the examination for United States Marine Corps lieutenants. Twenty four candidates, mostly civilians, entered to be tested. The five with highest scores will be commissioned as lieutenants, while the next five join the waiting list. No further exams are scheduled before July 1, 1906, so interim vacancies will be filled from the waiting list.
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Washington, D.C
United States Marine Corps
Navy Department
Hentenanta
Lst
Relief fund grows for W. F. Behringer family drive
Donations to the relief fund started for W. F. Behringer continue at The Star office as friends of the family canvass in his behalf. Temporary relief has already been provided for the Behringer family and organizers hope to raise a substantial fund.
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W. F. Behringer
Team Veter
Star
Bobringer
Washington Death Anniversary Observed at Mount Vernon
On the 106th anniversary of George Washington’s death thousands visit Mount Vernon. A delegation from Lodge No 4 of Fredericksburg Virginia arrived with a wreath of evergreens and laid it on Washington’s sarcophagus on behalf of his mother.
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DE D. C
George Washington
Mount Vernon
Lodge No. 4 of
Masons
Fredericksburg
Royal Family Attends Memorial at St George’s
In memory of the prince consort and Princess Alice the king and queen with other royals held a solemn service at St George’s. Floral tributes lay near the sarcophagus of the late prince consort and the marble memorial of Princess Alice.
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London
Prince Consort
Princess Alice
St. George's
U S Attorney Vows Prosecution of Commerce Law Infractions
United States Attorney Devlin said he had not received Moody's circular but will vigorously prosecute any Interstate commerce law violations brought to his attention. He urged Sacramento and Frisco merchants to aid evidence gathering and summoned a Federal grand jury in San Francisco to meet Monday to address the matters. He expects Moody's response in a few days.
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Cal
United States
Devlin
Moody
Frisco
Federal Grand Jury
San Francisco
Longworth Says Engagement Revealed After Return
Congressman Longworth receives overwhelming congratulations after engagement news becomes public. He notes the wedding plans are with President Roosevelt and that he will stay in Washington during Congress, with a brief trip home and possibly to Europe. Cincinnati will be the couple’s home. He mentions no family strife over political differences with the president.
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Longworth
Orient
Roosevelt
Congress
Europe
Cincinnati
First Annual American Novelty Exhibition Opens at Coliseum
Chicago opens the first annual American Novelty Exhibition at the Coliseum with widespread manufacturer participation from across the United States. American made novelties share space with items from France and Germany as a $500 prize targets the most original American product, fueling lively competition.
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Chicago
United States
France
Germany
Wedding of Miss Ella Morris de Peyster to William Brock Shoemaker
Prominent New York and Newport families attended the St Bartholomew's church ceremony for Ella Morris de Peyster and William Brock Shoemaker today. The bride hails from the de Peyster family, with Augusta de Peyster as maid of honor and the groom’s brother as best man. ushers included Edward L. Tinker, Roland Stebbins, Charles A. Dana, and Edward H. Fisher.
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New York
Newport
St. Bartholomew’s Church
Ella Morris de Peyster
William Brock
Frederick J. de Peyster
Augusta de Peyster
Edward L. Tinker
Roland Stebbins
Charles A. Dana
Edward H. Fisher
Virginia Municipalists Organize State League Meet
Representatives of city governments across Virginia gather in Richmond to form a state municipal league. Mayor McCarthy welcomes delegates as Mayor Buston, Dr R G Martin, and Jacob Yost address the assembly.
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Richmond
McCarthy
Buston
Newport News
R. G. Martin
Lynchburg
Jacob Y. Yost
Staunton
Governor Johnson Heads to Portland on Pacific Coast Visit
Minnesota Governor John J. Johnson, after several days in Seattle, travels to Portland. He declares Seattle the future city of the Pacific coast during the trip.
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John J. Johnson
Minnesota
Seattle
Portland
Johnson
Pacific Coast
County Jailer Reports Prisoner Count Drops
Winse notes a sharp decline in jail population with 59 inmates, the lowest in months. He contrasts this to typical counts of 140 to 150, signaling improved conditions or enforcement effects.
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Winse
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