Skagway Land Dispute Attracts Wide Attention
The case involves J Bernard Moore and Moore Land Co claiming Skagway townsite. The secretary of the interior awarded Moore acres of the best part, prompting a 30 day appeal window ending Feb 7. Numerous regional figures from Alaska Spokane Everett Port Townsend and Dawson appear in the listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Bernard Moore
Aes C
Skagway
Alaka
Secretary of the Interior
Moore
John G. Price
Northern Railway to Build 100 Mile Cutoff to Libby
Kalispell Mont February reports the Great Northern Railway plans a 100 mile cutoff from here to Libby to begin construction in a few weeks. The route will shorten travel time ease graces and open new timber rich country with coal nearby creating a branch to coal fields.
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Kalispell Mont
Creat Northern Railway
Libby
Weather Notes for Beattle and Vicinity
Beattle and vicinity reports fair conditions with northeast winds on Thursday. Tenleht indicates a breezy setup. The forecast highlights mild temperatures and stable air flow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beattle
Boy not murdered in tangled custody case and double wedding report
A chaotic court scene centers on A M Robinette charged with kidnapping Clara Colburns four year old son. The child was found safe at the Alhambra house after being hidden by Robinette. Separate notes describe a remarriage of Clara Colburn and a double wedding for Wy Hugs daughters Jennie Zentner and Micanus Drake. A farmhand Chapman remains at large after a stickup in Chimacum valley.
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Mra
Clara Colburn
Enere
Alhambra House
Firat Avenue
Kennedy
Rebinette
Colburn
Clara’ Kavanaugh
Robinette
San Francisco
Kent
Jennie
Frederick Zentner
Everett
Mise Micanus
Frederick Drake
Beattie
Land dispute eyed as Skagway case heads to court
In Washington on behalf of Skagway interest, a new fraud suit is filed. The claimant, J. G. Price, argues the Sitka land office and higher authorities wrongfully valued land in Skagway where he once homesteaded and built, while promising fair treatment and lease options to the people he would meet in Skagway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washingtond
Skagway
Moore
Star
Oiler
Alaska
Sitka
America
Brena Ee
Ikea
J. G. Price
Civil Service Board Meeting Delays Promotions Over Salaries
The civil service board held its regular meeting with all members present. Examinations for promotion were not determined due to council discussion on salaries, which may alter promotion eligibility grades. A communication from the corporation counsel stated that certain non exempted positions fall outside civil service rules. he advised the civil service commission has no jurisdiction over clerk of the court bailiff operation watchman at pesthouse quarantine officers special attorney and water department enchanter. Routine business followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civil Service
Council
Corporation Counsel
Commisetem
Pesthouse
Enahter
Water Department
Civil Service Commission
Valdes Rich Mine Discoverer Seeks Alaska Prospect
Valdes Rich M Unreper, discoverer of the Valdes gold fields, travels to Seattle en route to properties in the north. In 1% Mr. Dempsey first found gold in paying quantities east of Valdes proper. This year, he says, will mark Alaska’s mining history with new riches near Valdes and a likely great mining camp.
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M. Unreper
Valdes
Seattle
Dempsey
Cheatcheenadi
Valdes Proper
Alaska
Arrivals at Fain fer band hotels mix of officials and merchants
The report lists guests at the Fain fer band hotels including W. J. Rucker a banker of Everett A. Fwan and daughter of New Westminster H m mining man of Sporane FP W Bullock a Chicago businessman J J Hilyer of the Pua Railroad Van couver W C McHugh from Fort Wrangel Henry Smith an Everett lumberman and G K Talbrent a Spokane merchant At the Stevens J J Hilyer at the Vancouver line W C McHugh from Fort Wrangel Henry Smith Everett lumberman and G K Talbrent Spokane merchant At the Diller David Kennedy White Horse mine owner J B
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Rucker
Everett
A. Fwan
Ughter
New Weatminster
H. m
Sporane
FP. W. Bullock
Chicago
Stevens
J. J. Hilyer
Vancouver
W. C. McHugh
Fort Wrangel
Henry & Smith
G. KE. Talbrent
The
Diller
David Kennedy
White Horse
J. B
Massive Havana lumberyard blaze causes huge losses
Late news from Havana reports a major fire in the lumber yards with damages already exceeding 200 000. Other dispatches note Boer forces under Col. Blake threatening Louren o Marques and British aid options being considered. Ex President Kruger underwent successful eye surgery in Utrecht. Robert E. B. Glaze held in San Francisco court for murder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Robert EB. Glaze
Superior
Win ‘Trewella
New Building Permits Listed for Small Dwellings
Building permits issued today include Iver Jensen 1 story frame cottage 2215 First avenue north 200 dollars L W Neatelle 1 ½ story frame house 4 East Pine street 2000 R D McLean alterations 110 Washington street 996 Otto Kalhberg 1 story frame house Home addition 260 dollars A B Baum gerd 1 story frame cottage 8 Twenty second avenue 34 W T Gafftner one story frame cottage 1203 Howell street 1450 dollars and other dwellings across the city with varied costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iver Jensen
First Avenue
North
L. W. Neatelle
East Pine Street
L. MN. Kirchhbaum
Thirtieth Ave
William Weet
Fifth Avenue West
R. D. McLean
Washington Street
D Keeler
Twenty-sixth Avenue South
W. Mynatt
Seventeenth Avenue North
H. Pulver
Birewood Place
Otto Kalhberg
A. BE. Baumgerd
Twenty-second Avenue
W. T. Gafftner
Howell Street
Nomination of Carroll Wright for labor commissioner
Washington dispatch reports the Senate receiving Carroll Wright nomination for labor commissioner. Wright is described as the president incumbent. A House committee on elections will consider Gear charges against Delegate Wilcox of Hawaii tomorrow in Washington DC.
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Washington
Dpd
Senate
Carroll Wright
Wright
Washington, D. C
House Committee On Elections
Wilcox
Hawaii
Mrs J F Conner Dies. Autopsy to Determine Cause
Late yesterday afternoon Mrs J F Conner died suddenly at her residence 290 Seventh Avenue. It was reported no physician had attended and Coroner Hoye will hold an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Conner
Seventh Avenue
Hoye
Hack Demolished in Montana Stables Collision
Yesterday at 9 pm a hack owned by the Montana stables was struck by a car on the Heacon hill line near Twelfth Avenue and Jackson Street. The driver could not avoid the impact after a bonfire blinded the motorman. J. F. Doney, the track driver, was injured and the hack wrecked. The car was not moving fast, or the accident could have been worse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Twelfth Avenue
Jackson Street
J. F. Doney
Whatcom Shingle Mill Under Construction by Lake Whatcom
A new shingle mill is being built at the end of the Whatcom Bay & Astern Railroad on Lake Whatcom. It will produce up to 1,000 feet of lumber and 200,000 shingles daily at a cost of $20,000.
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Whatcom
Bellingham Bay &Astern
Lake Whatcom
Arrest Report Describes Robinettes Combat with Officers
Last night a revolver and a razor were found in Robinett's possession. He resisted arrest by Crane and attempted violence toward Colburn. He was intoxicated at the time.
Fire destroys Maple Park home of T. J. McBratney
In Olympia the Maple Park residence of T. J. McBratney was destroyed by fire. Occupants report minimal details and indicate they are unharmed.
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Olympia
T. J. McBratney
Maple Park
Burned in Their Cells After Jail Fire in Columbia
In Columbia two men Clifford Christian and Henry Artur were arrested for interfering with a dance and jailed. A jail fire soon followed, trapping them in an unescapable cell where they died. In Wenatchee the post office gains presidential status with F M Scheble reappointed postmaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia, Mo
Clifford Christian
Henry Artur
Wenatchee
Prat
F. M. Scheble
Propositions On Tax Foreclosure and City Tax Rules
King county discussions center on extending foreclosure initiation for delinquent taxes from June 1 to January 1, 1902. Treasurer Me regnasere travels to Olympia to present views as officials oppose revenue-law amendments and seek to divert interest charges from big cities to general funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King County
Olympic
Meregnasere
Olympia
MacConnaughey
Tacoma shooting verdict clarifies mistaken identity
David J. Trewin, the youth who killed Richardatthews at Wilkeson, was discharged after it was proven he mistook the deceased for a burglar. Everett reports indicate plans to establish a herring cannery in the city with stock from Whidby island bays and a legislative bill to aid the industry. Fr Hanna of Portland named general secretary of Y. jamn A. W. J. Miller awarded a $4925.50 contract for the California and Rockefeller corner building to be finished in 90 days. Kent-Laat June Clarence [Frown
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Tacoma
David J. Trewin
Richardatthews
Wilkeson
Everett
Max Johnson
Port Townsend
Thee
Whidby Island
Johnson
S&s
FR. Hanna
Portland
Y. Jamn A
W. J. Miller
California and
Rockefeller Avenues
Weir and Weir sue doctor for damages over malpractice claim
In a court filing Martha Weir and David Weir sue Dr. Grant Calhoun seeking about 20 dollars for alleged malpractice after treating a sister’s supposed thumb injury that was actually a dislocation. Mary Oleen sues Herbert Truce for 10000 dollars over breach of promise. Margery W Puchanan sues Joan Puchanan for divorce alleging lack of support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha Weir
David Weir
Grant Calhoun
Plaints
Mary Oleen
Herbert Truce
Skagit County
Bruce
Repair plans for Seward transport overhaul revealed
Quartermaster Rubicate outlines repair and overhauls for the Seward transport including a new deck flush with the hurricane deck, eight additional state rooms, ash ejector, and a boat for Alaskan waters. Specifications show length 38 feet, beam seven feet, speed eight knots.
Bids Too High for Fort St. Michael Tank Lumber
Bids opened by Quartermaster Kruablin to furnish lumber for 19 tanks at Fort St. Michael and nearby Yukon ports exceeded the Fi.206 estimate. Officials plan to rebid to meet the lowest bidder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kruablin
Furnis
Fort St. Michael
Yukon
Funeral notices from Renton and West Attic area
Mortality record reports funerals for Johe Plough from the family home in Renton and for Mrs F L Beotel from the Church of Our Lady of Good. Zina Virnas, 14, died at her West attic residence, and Elizabeth Cotter, years old, died yesterday at 378 Seventh Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johe
Renton
FL. Beotel
Church of Our Lady of Good
Zina Virnas
Westattic
Filzabeth Cotter
Seventh Avenue
Alaskan Skagwey townsite on meeting agenda
At the chamber of commerce gathering the afternoon Hamilton Lewis appeared and discussions were expected on Alaskan matters notably the Skagwey townsite question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Mamilton Lewis
Gubltertum Tattle
Skagwey
Prize Offered For Essay On Luson Island School
County School Superintendent Hartranft declares a $26 cash prize for the best essay by a pupil in King county schools on establishing a school on Luson Island Philippines. Essays to cover location and site building appearance faculty and curriculum government and control and support. A panel including Crif fith Davin Rev H H Gowen Gov Rogers J B Rawron and Rev T C Wiewell will judge and award. Essays must be submitted to T C Wieweill University station by June.
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Hartranft
Friend of Education
King County
Luson Island
Philippines
Criffith Davin
H. H
Gowen
Gov. Rogers
J. B. Rawron
Rev
T. C. Wiewell
T. C. Wieweill
University Station
Building permits issued by city engineer’s office
Building permits were issued today for several properties. B F Stafford a 1 story frame building at 14 Seventh Avenue West cost 200. A M Lunn a 2 story frame house at 1616 Summit Avenue cost 2000. Leah G Hielscher a 1 story frame cottage at 116 Thomas Street cost 400. Mrs J Moneat moving and additions at 205 Pontus Avenue cost 430. Cudahy Packing Co one story brick on presentee on Mayneuel Avenue cost 1000. J M Johnson a 2 story frame house at 1314 West Pike Street cost 1890. Dr B Carman has returned. Diamond Ice in the heat costs no more than the cheapest. Tel Main 10.
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Ineer
B. F. Stafford
Seventh Avenue West
A. M. Lunn
Summit Avenue
Leah G. Hielscher
Thomas Street
Cudahy Packing Co
Presentee
Mayneuel Avenue
J. M. Johnson
Weat Pike Street
Healthful Weather Warnings From Physicians At Night
Prominent doctors warn that even mild weather can stir the blood if proper precautions are not taken. They advise careful preparation and awareness of environmental conditions for health safety.
Rainier Beer Advertises Delivery Across City
Rainier Beer promotes home delivery with two dozen half pint bottles for one dollar. Public notice lists contact Rainier 90 for orders in the city.
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Rainier
Cincinnati Prize Fight Hearings Extend Into Next Week
Judge illinter continued the injunction hearing over the Jeffries Hudlin prize fight as neither fighter appeared. City officials testified the contest would stay within state law, with Mayor Ryachman saying he would allow permits for limited rounds and aiming to keep Cincinnati as a national athletic center.
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Cincinnati
Common Plean Court
Jeffries
Hudlin
Fenton Lawson
Baengerfest Athletic Club
Ble
Huahuc
Ryachman
Areorta
United Taten
Former deputy seeks warrants amid personal grievance
Yesterday Hichard FP Burkman applied to Judge Cann for warrants to arrest the leading camb iere of the city claiming a personal grievance against its proprietors. Preagenting Attorney Fulton refused to approve the warrants as not properly prepared. The judge postponed action until today and Burkman failed to appear this morning, suggesting a change of mind. W G Pierce, assistant to the president of the Northern Pacific, arrived at noon from Seattle in a private car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hichard FP
T Burkman
Cann
Fulton
Markman Fs
W. G. Pierce
The
Northern Pacific
Seattle
Mr. Pierce
Northwest Fruitgrowers Association Holds Portland Session
President N. G. Blatock of Watla Watla presided over the Northwest Fruitgrowers Association convention in Portland. A memorial urging legislature to authorize funding for Pan American Exposition was presented, and the session concluded after several days of talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland, Or
N. G. Blatock
Watla Watla
Northwest Fruitgrowers
Markets Show Steady Prices Amid Cold Weather
Buyers were plentiful and prices remained steady for a week, with celery appearing and snapped up at 6 while radishes and sauerkraut rise. Fresh meats and poultry held prior levels as market notes list grain data, hay, and regional farm produce terms.
Turkeys and poultry prices and live stock terms
The fragment lists prices and terms for poultry including turkeys ducks lamb chickens and dressed stock. It also references calves sheep and hogs with various shorthand notations and percentages, indicating a market or catalog page.
Grocery Prices and Meats Listing From Market Sheet
A dense OCR list of produce and meat prices including lemons at 2002.05 per box, potatoes at 17.00 per ton, cabbage 4.00, celery 400M per dow, fresh meats with beef and veal price notes, dairy items like butter and cheese with regional origin references, and a wheat market line. The fragment reads as a late 19th or early 20th century market price column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Hay— Sound
Eastern Ashington
Washington
Brussels
California
Eagles Ball Marks Second Anniversary In Seattle
The Seattle Eagles hold their second grand anniversary ball tonight at the Armory to celebrate the founding of the Fraternal Order of Magics. The event aims to be the most pleasing entertainment yet, with plans to ensure wide attendance across Beattie and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle Eagles
Armory
Province
Beattie
Fraternal
Order of Magics
Benevolent Society
Beattle
United States
Canada
Beattle theater presents matinee and ongoing shows
The Chirletian at the Beattle theater offers a matinee by request of patrons. Manager Howe and Manager Slickey arrange the program with strong theater notes and a final Thursday night performance listed for the Grand. Viola La firetta earns praise for her contralto voice amid the week’s lineup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beattle
Seling
Howe
Me Theater
Slickey
Christian” Company
Onmita
Selprdey Tia Linee
Viola la Firetta
Minetvele Draws Big Crowds For Matinee Show
Nicherde and Pringle perform to very large houses as audiences enjoy a regular Saturday matinee. The outing draws enthusiastic attendance and strong reviews.
Royal Portrait Exhibit Shown on Second Avenue
A curious exhibit at 136 percent avenue presents an engaging picture of Queen and royal family life with emphasis on a historic display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Second Avenue
Etorla
Beattle Military Hosts Second Annual Grand Ball Tonight
The Beattle Military invites guests to Renke Hall for the second annual grand ball tonight. Proceeds support military welfare programs and feature formal attendance, music, and dancing in a ceremonial community event.
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Beattle Military In
Renke Hall
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Rye
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Inde
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