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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1905
Page
3
The piece reflects on a personal conversion during Christmas and links it to Salvation Army work in America. It recalls Evangeline Booth’s arrival in the U.S. and a message of giving to the poor, with 390 000 homeless guests anticipated at Christmas lodgings.
The article recalls a winter in 1863 during the Civil War when Union reverses spurred reorganization and Grant's rise. It details congressional involvement in the conduct of the war, including Burnside’s appearance before the committee and discussions with Representative Ben Wade.
A battered excerpt from a Frederickevuca story shows a defeated officer admitting lack of confidence in comrades and himself, voicing a frank avowal about continuing in command. The lines reflect historical tensions and recalled quotes tied to Grant and strategic concerns.
The narrative recounts Ulysses S. Grant seeking a commission before the Civil War, receiving news of a colonelcy offer for the 71st Illinois from Gov. Yates. Torn between civil life and duty, Grant contends with the responsibility and a strong push from local leaders to lead, ultimately accepting to serve.
Grand Opera House presents The Sho Gun and The Yankee Consul opening Thursday. Beattie Theater features The Innocent Maids burlesque all week. Third Ave shows A Jolly Tramp all week. Star Theater offers a new and special vaudeville bill.
The Sho Gun opens at the Grand in a well staged production full of period flair and playful nonsense. Performers deliver brisk scenes with comic timing as the ensemble fills the stage.
Humane Officer Clark backs an ordinance to limit wagon loads as contractors face excessive competition. Mayor Ballinger supports regulation to curb cruelty while noting uneven animal conditions may require exceptions. The Star calls for action amid brutal overwork of horses in grading camps.
The article notes Gunav Laders composing jingles for Ade's comic operas. Christman matinee is this afternoon. The Sho-Gen will run Monday Tuesday and Wednesday nights with a Wednesday matinee.
A mixed program at the Se mitic features a burlesque titled The Innocent Maids with a Christmast matinee planned. The first half presents At the Circus and a clever act Ie a So ciety Circus closes the piece, with a lively miscellaneous encore between acts.
The Third Avenue presents a lighthearted show featuring an irre sponsible wanderer as the comedian. Bertice Farensworth sings and dances with clever flair while Vir ginia Melville handles the Irish brague with ease and charm.
The Star theater presents an all day continuous vaudeville bill with The Two Robyns returning in The Morning After after last week's The Counsel for the Defense. Also lined up are Phrase the Mystery, a lively family of juveniles, and comic acrobats.
Georgetown resident announces a formal protest against Oliver Anderson, the city attorney who was defeated in the recent election, alleging irregularities in the campaign and requesting a review by city authorities.
Harry C. Corncn files protest against rival Carson claiming he is not admitted to practice in any state court. Election results show Anderson with 241 votes and Carson with 274.
An advertisement touts De Forest as the greatest living clairvoyant offering readings on business love marriage wealth and happiness. It promises no mistakes in predictions and urges skeptics to call for personal testing at his Second Avenue parlors open daily incl weekends.
An effort to organize an athletic club in Georgetown is under way led by Ralph Bissell and several prominent citizens. The venture is expected to attract strong local support and create active recreation opportunities for residents.
A petition is being circulated among residents with the aim of securing enough signatures to allow the club to relocate to temporary quarters by February 1. The effort reflects community interest in preserving the club’s activities during a period of transition.
George Edward Adama will dine on a Christmas dinner in his cell as his wife visits the jail with a big turkey and festive treats. Mrs Adama allegedly tried to secure a temporary release so he could eat at home but failed.
Fort Lawton soldiers defeated a Tacoma team 2 to 6 in a rapid contest. The soldiers led throughout as the Tacoma squad delivered strong defense but could not match the feature plays by the soldiers. Next they meet the Wanderers at Woodland Park and the Thistles on New Year’s Day.
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