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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1902
Page
2
The Seattle Star reports changes in the management slate with BF Chase named as Business Manager. Details outline new duties and organizational impacts within the Star operations.
The Star questions Seattle police leadership under Chief Sullivan amid a surge of burglaries and highway robberies. It urges restoring a 12 hour shift to maximize patrols and calls for rapid action and more officers.
A New Orleans court held occupants have right to enjoyment in a reasonably pure environment and liable parties causing smoke nuisances face damages and abatement. The ruling, against an ice company, values property health and comfort, suggesting Seattle may see similar actions to curb smoky pollution.
The text argues crooks should be reported to police, recognized by all officers, and promptly forced to leave town with threats of four nights in jail if delayed. It contrasts Seattle’s method with how Chicago Baltimore Cincinnati and other large cities handle crime.
New York reports Thomas Tobin found guilty by a jury of the murder of Captain James B. Craft of Glencove. The wheel decapitated body was found in Tobin's saloon basement in October with the severed head hidden in the furnace area, ending the case.
At a Green Lake Improvement Club meeting in Good Templar hall Woodlawn station the focus is the Green Lake boulevard project. A musical literary program and other items are listed as features with local business notices.
The Interstate Commerce Commission opened an inquiry into the recent freight rate increases from the Mississippi Valley to the Atlantic coast. Lake Shore officials testified that operating costs rise faster than earnings, arguing the rate hike boosts costs for engines fuel and maintenance. They indicated past rate discounts harmed profits while conceding changes in tariffs and special concessions affected railroad finances.
The item describes an up to date collection of jewelry for evening wear with filagree work. It highlights a gold and jewel tiara, a matching necklace, a diamond heart with a ruby center, and a variety of rings featuring pearls rubies sapphires and other stones.
Lawrence Cook, a well known figure along the Seattle waterfront, slipped on a coil of rope yesterday evening aboard a vessel near Vashon Island. A boat was lowered to search for him but he disappeared before dawn. Officers say he appeared intoxicated yesterday.
The Grand opened last night with a sleed audience enjoying Piddle Dee Dee. A light plot with humorous situations, witty comedians, and good singing carried the show. The performance mixed light comedy and musical appeal with a casual tone.
The third act features the Mloredora quartet burlesque and Marty Cashman with Jennie Moore. Harry Cashman draws applause as Chimmie Vaudden with Frawley. Florence Roberts stars in Seattle, while the Irish Pawnbroker plays at Third Ave for the week. Matinee benefits the Seattle Press Club.
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