This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1905
Page
3
Ambush tactics loom as railroad legislation faces a long battle. Senators split over regulation with Keane calling the president a demagogue while others vow support. A Christmas delay is urged as Elkins pushes to implement the plan despite opposition.
John Corthwaite 55 owner of the West Coast Tronworks and a prominent Ballard citizen died last night at his residence after long heart trouble. He leaves a widow and four children. The Elks held a dance for newsboys New Year dinner funds. The Hawley Beckman shingle mill moves to Anacortes doubling size. Bayview Chapel Gilman Park M E church to be dedicated next Sunday debt free. Ballard fire department to hold its annual ball December 20 for relief funds.
Bernard Burgess of Aberdeen Washington seeks a North Pole expedition with Dr Varkle Verreau travels from Dawson toward Forty Mile Fagle falls through ice six miles below Dawson hauled out by companions and resumes journey Robert Martin an Indian war veteran arrives in Dawson plans to winter there if offered a price Mining Inspector Bob Henderson heads to Dawson to report conditions Captain Hart reports from Valdez that Arctic exploration notes no dynamite used in Northwest Passage observation station maintained for two years near latitude 68 30 north Captain Admanson cites no dynamite in NW Passage Seward crowded with visitors Matt Weber a prominent miner dies of heart disease in Fairbanks Copper prospects near Valdez grow Twenty women sign charter of George H Fortson Auxiliary Camp U S Spanish War Veterans in Madrona hall next meeting December 28.
El N Brooks and Co advertises silk or linen hanoker chiefs in plain fancy or initial styles with a wide variety and prices from 26 cents to $1.50 each. Located at 1331 IND Ave.
Jack Chesterfield, serving three years for rape in this city, attempted to slit his wrists with broken glass in his jail cell at the state penitentiary in Walla Walla. Guards found him bleeding and he was moved to the prison hospital where he is expected to recover. He had previously tried to blow up the county jail with dynamite.
Review lauds Grand theater rendition of Prince of Pilsen noting charming scenic effects and standout performances. Dandy’s comic stunts draw applause despite weak singing and miscast roles. Critics cite solid English wit from Lord Artie Shrimpton and pleasing love scenes but imperfect male chorus and lack of pretty women on stage.
On December 15 Prenther Heaton aboard the Mio nera received a cable from Subs post master Meypt stating that a penny postage system will begin between the United Kingdom and Egypt on this fifteenth. The cable adds that America and France will follow, with universal penny postage assured.
Miss Annie FE Car ton sues C. A. Johnson for breach of promise seeking 20000 in compensation plus half of his real estate. Complaint filed yesterday alleges Johnson proposed in 1902 and acceptance followed, but he later withdrew from marriage. Johnson is described as owner of a cigar stand at 301 Seconday South with Bhoppers’ lunch at Haynes.
Christmas gift buyers are offered a range of Fownes Dents and Perrin gloves in various sizes and styles at Be N Brooks & Co. The ad promotes the season’s best glove selections available at the store location on 1991 Avenue.
City officials plan a meeting with Scott Calhoun and others to resolve the dispute over using Seattle Electric poles for municipal wiring. Seattle Electric challenges the city’s right under the Shuffleton and blanket franchises, threatening court action if a fair agreement cannot be reached. The outcome could affect street pole space and city lights.
The report outlines a flurry of 1920s legislative items including the Senate favoring a merchant marine bill, a whipping post bill in the House, and moves to appoint Alaska judges as terms expire. It notes Alaska delegate Cushman, insurance regulation struggles, and rural free delivery impacts. Also mentions Lib erians seeking American made goods and Alaska natives facing hunger.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.