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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1902

Page

4

Reply of the Star to Seattle Electric Co

The Star defends its municipal light plan by challenging Seattle Electric Co. operating expense figures and arguing city ownership could slash street lighting costs. It notes potential surplus power sale could cover costs and cites higher private rates and future demand as support for municipal provision.

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Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Cafe Fight

L. H. Stanley, jailed, faced assault with intent to murder charge by Wm. Jensen, owner of the Bismarck saloon. Welsenbacher, manager, was injured seriously after a quarrel over service at the Bismarck cafe. Stanley, a steamboat man once a New York detective, may face bail denial as Weisenbacher’s condition worsens.

L. H. Stanley Wm. Jensen Bismarck Louie Welsenbacher Jensen Justice Cann The Star Stanley Weisenbacher First Avenue Madison Street New York

Telephone Girls Social Event Tonight at Little's Hall

The city’s young lady telephone operators plan a party this evening at Little’s hall. Extensive preparations have been made and the event is expected to attract a large attendance.

Little's Hall

Will Make Pastry E G Case Seeks Seattle Site

E G Case, the nation’s largest pastry maker, has entered the city to choose a site for a new branch. Based in Chicago, Case operates many branches and sells pastry widely. He believes Seattle offers a prime market for his trade.

E. G. Case United States Chicago Case Seattle

Kalberg tied up after street fight near Spruce and Fifteenth

Lawrence a woodsman and John Kalberg a contractor were arrested near Spruce street and Fifteenth avenue for fighting this morning. Kalberg was badly beaten. Officer Wilkes made the arrest and suspects the clash stemmed from Lawrence being discharged from Kalberg's employ.

Thius. Lawrence John Kalberg Spruce Street Fifteenth Avenue Wilkes Lawrence Kalberg

Struck by Train Near Grant Street Bridge

Christ Pengel, a laborer, was injured when a Northern Pacific train struck him near the Grant street bridge at 8 this morning. He suffered a broken ankle and extensive bruising. an ambulance carried him to Providence hospital.

Christ Pengel Northern Pacific Grant Street Bridge Providence Hospital

Secretary Long Meets President Over Schley Case

Groton Mass February 11 Secretary Long arrived this afternoon and discussed with the president. It is believed a conclusion in the Schley case has been reached and that President Roosevelt will announce it.

Schley Roosevelt

Spokane Lawyer Sentenced to Seven Years in Penitentiary

Seven years imprisonment ordered for attorney W. A. Lewis after conviction for stealing money from his clients. Judge Rudkin presided in Spokane on February 11.

Spokane W. A. Lewis Rudkin

Suffrage Convention Opens in Washington D C

The international convention of Woman's to begins here tomorrow with many delegates already present. Susan Anthony is to preside as well as other prominent leaders of the movement. Plans for the coming season's campaign for woman's suffrage will be discussed.

Washington, D. C International Convention of Woman's To Susan Anthony

Zion Mission in Seattle Led by Dowie Prophet

Report on a Zion branch at 2513 Firet avenue Seattle where John Alexander Dowie is proclaimed Elijah. Services include prayers for healing a tooth, long sermon attacking other denominations, and a focus on end times with Dowie as a divine agent.

Firet Avenue Zion Christian Catholic Church John Alexander Dowie Elijah Star Arcee Josiah Dowle God

Stormy seas slow Minnie A Caine wreck recovery

Wreck site near Smith Island delays salvage of the Minnie A Caine as crews hope to float her in a few days. Ship traffic reports include the Dode losing its rudder en route from Seattle and transferring passengers to the State of Washington, while the Venture of Victoria begins keel-laying for a freighter to serve Victoria Vancouver Skagway.

Smith Island Minnie A. Caine Deception Pass Seattle Whatcom Dode State of Washington Beattie Venture Victoria Garde Vancouver Skagway N. VP. Shaw and Co China Mutual Tacoma Liverpool Orient Lion James Dunsmuir Jas. McIntyre Bristol Qiebe Navigation Company Honolulu Al-K Pacific Coast Company Alaska Mafia Cott City Duey Algona Arlington Dock Manila Dix Ene Tyo Maru Nippon Yuseon Kateha Line

Cleanup in Busy Waterbury as fire districts restored

Gangs of men in Waterbury work to clear debris and demolish remaining walls in the burned district. Firms burned out have opened offices in warehouses to resume business and recover lost operations. Local crews aim for a speedy restoration of the area.

Waterbuay Conn Feb

Frederick & Nelson Rocking Chair Advertisement

The ad argues rocking chairs are a necessity in every home and offers a broad stock of patterns. It promises prices that satisfy and says chairs are bought and sold with a small profit margin.

Funds Recovered From Paterson Bank Vaults After Fire

In Paterson New Jersey the vaults of the Viret National Bank were opened and contents found unharmed totaling over 5 million dollars in securities and cash. Public access followed wall clearance, with city tax records and municipal documents said safe though further checks may be needed. In Philadelphia Frank Erne did not appear, cancelling his bout with Gens.

Paterson N. J Viret National Bank

Jefferson Fourth Ward Club Meeting Tonight

The Jefferson Fourth Ward Club will meet in the Tand and Howard block rooms on First Avenue. Prominent speakers will address the gathering tonight.

Jefferson Fourth Ward Club Tand & Howard Block Flrst Avenue

Beattie City Library Board Amendment Resolution

A proposed amendment to Article Fourteen of Beatties city charter would alter library governance and funding. The measure outlines trustees, librarian appointments, civil service rules, and financial controls by the City Comptroller and Treasurer with details on bequests rents and annual taxes for the Seattle Public Library system.

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