Buller defeats and Boer war gloom in London and beyond
The Star notes alarm in London and across England after Buller’s defeats. It cites poor generals, high South African losses, and fear of Dutch revolt spreading to Cape Colony. Censorship and doubt about British reports fuel disillusion about a swift victory. The Star’s telegraphic service via Scrippe McRae ties to Chicago for U.S. papers.
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London
England
Cape Colony
Hrntiah
South Africa
Puteh
Chamberlain
Majuba Hill
Pretori
Dom Paul
Transvaal
Orange Free State
the Star
Scrippe- McRae Association
Chicago
United States
Injunctions Burglaries and Transfers Hit City News
The Kaneh and ange publication faces a temporary injunction after Miller Freeman wins legal action. Judge Chariea Johnson resigns from the Alaska federal court, citing financial reasons. Burglaries net gains and arrests in Hancroft patrol reports named suspects Waterman and Harry. A Beattie pioneer Anthony Noretta dies at Terrace House on Terrace Street. Clergy lecturer F. P. McDonough plans a Philippine Islands talk at Third Avenue theater. Wellington hotel owner M. Ballets reports theft of Christmas gifts from GM & Gilie saloon. Room entry at Great Northern Lodge results in $20 gold loss. Cornell graduates hold a reception for visiting alumni at Muller grill room. Counterfeiter Joseph Catherine to plead guilty. D. Hedden buys Mercer and Light street corner lot. John E. Russell and Annie Lowe obtain a Seattle marriage license. W. Starr from Douglas County prosecutes arson case against Brig. Gen. McIntyre in Waterville. Judge Williamson of Tacoma presides in place of Judge Moore. Annie Rodin granted divorce from husband. Hall v Union Central Life Insurance Company case before Judge Benson. Scandinavian-American Bank of Tacoma sues Ernest A. Shaver for 2600. Hugh and Agnes Hume declared bankrupt. A horse attachment runs away from Fulton Market. no injuries. Travelers via Rainier Grand and Hotel entries noted, including Collins, Leante, Loggie, Hunsler, Little, and others visiting Seattle.
Travel Offers Change as Nations Reopen Borders
A partial notice outlines revised travel options and new rates as countries ease border restrictions. Officials warn of ongoing checks and potential delays, urging travelers to verify visa requirements and entry rules before booking.
Merchant opposes N P waterfront scheme in Seattle plan
John Schram argues the N P waterfront depot proposal would block four principal streets and force trains onto surface routes, hindering outbound business. He suggests a north of Madison passenger depot with elevated tracks and level access from Front Street to protect Sound steamers traffic and city prosperity.
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N. P
Madison
Trafic
Yesler Way
Seattle
Madison Street
Front Street
Spring Street
Pension Roll Continues to Grow in Spanish War Era
Washington reports show 991,519 pensioners on the rolls as of June 30, 1899 with a total annual value of 131,477,691. The Pension Bureau processed 196,973 claims, issuing 37,077 original allowances and noting 107,919 rejections. Total bureau costs reached 142,210,125.18 with pending claims around 477,229.
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Washington, D. C
Hitchcock
Pension Bureau
Bureau
Rescue at Meydenbauer Bay Aboard Lake Washington Steamer
Captain Harry Cade of the steamer L. T. Haas rescued a boy named Gorman from drowning at Meydenbauer Bay yesterday afternoon. He leaped into the water and brought the youth to the surface on the third attempt.
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Harry Cade
Ll. T. Haas
Lake Washington
Gorman
Meydenbauer Bay
Daring Robbery Strikes Roth's Flour Mill at Fayetteville
In Chambersburg Pennsylvania on December 14 a bold raid at Roth's flouring mills in Fayetteville saw five to six men steal a 1400 pound safe from the office. They hauled it down a hill for 150 yards and damaged it with sledge hammers to take over 1100 dollars. Two youths upstairs heard the commotion and reported the incident.
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Chambersburg
Roth’s Flouring Mills
Fayetteville
Coahh
Powder Works Blown Up Near Weir City
A violent explosion rocked the Laflin Rand Powder works nine miles south of Weir City Kansas at 12 45 today cutting direct communication with the plant and shaking buildings in town. The extent of damage and casualties is not yet known.
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Weir City
Kan
Laflin-Rand
National Guard Commissions Issued in Washington
Adjutant General Fox announced the commissions of rank in the Washington National Guard. Promoted are Col. J. J. Welsenberger of Whatcom, Major John Y. Terry of Seattle, Major A. L. DeHuff of Tacoma, Major J. A. Drain of Spokane, Lieutenant S. A. J. Dorn of Seattle, and one brigadier general's staff officer.
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Olympia
Wash
Fox
National Guard
J. J. Welsenberger
Whatcom
John Y. Terry
Seattle
A. L. DeHuff
Tacoma
J. A. Drain
Spokane
A. J. Dorn
The Celebrity's Retort at Washington Dinner
A famed man of letters visiting Washington received many invitations but attended only one dinner party. He sat beside the daughter of a naval officer who chatted freely while he attempted to converse with his host. She asked if Shakespeare is terribly interesting, and he replied that Shakespeare is not only interesting but “too cute for any thing.”
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Washington
What He'd Do in a World Ending Night
In a groaning dialogue Kinney and Baker debate a world ending. Kinney says his first impulse would be to drink, then borrow money to buy a rond aboard, to face the catastrophe with own preparations. The exchange ends with a halfhearted nod to Ike.
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Kinney
Baker
Maker
Aman Ike
Mrs Miles to Lead Mrs Dewey at Official Functions
In Washington DC on December 1, officials confirm social precedence between Mrs Dewey and Mrs Miles. Secretary Hoot and Long plus John Addison Vorter decide admiral outranks general, but as individuals the admiral is guest of honor.
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Washington, DC
Why I Believe in God Sermon at Unitarian Church
Rev. W. D. Simonds spoke on the theme Why I Believe in God at the Unitarian church last night. He argued that the universe shows thought and implies a Universal thinker, namely God, and that matter force and motion could not produce human thought and feeling.
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God
W. D. Simonds
Unitarian Church
Trial of Levan Faces Assault with Intent Murder Charge
The state v. A. E. Levan opened in criminal court with the defendant accused of shooting at C. W. Waxham after cows wandered into Levan's Sunnydale orchard. The case promises a heated legal contest as Fulton and Somerindyke prosecute and Davis and Gilmore defend.
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Ve. A. E. Levan
C. W. Waxham
lLevan
Sunnydale
Levan
Fulton & Somerindyke
Lavan
Davis & Gilmore
Church clears debt after donations to pay mortgage
Over $1,600 in contributions were collected by Rev. F. E. M. Randall Jr at yesterday morning’s service of the First M. B. church. The treasury now has funds to cover all debts totaling $7,000 on a mortgage held by the German Savings and Loan Association.
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FE. M. Randall, Jr
M. B
German Savings and Loan Association
Christian Endeavor Calendar on sale for two cents
The Christian Endeavor Calendar for 1000 is out today and sold at stationery stores for two cents. Nine of the views depict the Philippines or the First Washington infantry. The sales from the first two days will be donated to the Fortson Relief Corps to aid sick soldiers.
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Christian Endeavor
Philippines
Washington Infantry
Fortson Relief Corps
British Trade Policy Affects Alaska Shipping
A heavy blow hit British shipping to Alaskan ports as an export certificate order was withdrawn. American goods routed via Vancouver could re enter Alaska duty free due to insufficient American ships and reliance on British bottoms for the business.
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Alaskan
Vancouver
Alaska Territory
Philippine travels spark optimism on island riches
Rev. P. F. McDonough of Minnesota preached at Our Lady of Good Help and just returned from a four month stay in the Philippines. He believes the islands hold abundant gold and precious metals and that fortunes can be made in legitimate business there.
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P. F. McDonough
Minnesota
Church of Our Lady of Good Help
Han Suet
Philippines
Lslands
Where is Dodson son missing in Seattle
Walter Dodson age 14 is missing with his widowed mother living at Everett. They appeal to the police for help locating him after he left his job at the Seattle Messenger Company early in September and has not been seen since.
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Walter Dodson
Everett
Seattle Messenger Company
River Steamer State of Kansas Burns at New Madison
River steamer State of Kansas burned early this morning at New Madison Missouri. Fire destroyed the vessel with a large loss, estimated at six hundred thousand dollars, details of cause not yet known.
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New Madison
State of Kansas
Loma
Sherman County Bank Closes Its Doors in Wasco
WASCO Oregon December 18 The Sherman County Bank voluntarily closed its doors Friday due to inability to collect. Local customers face uncertain deposits as the bank ends operations.
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Wasco, Or
Sherman County Bank
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M. M. O'Dell
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Fulton Market
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San Francisco
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J. A. Loggie
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Electric Light Company
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Aberdeen
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Diller
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Branwood
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Royal Japanese Art Pottery
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