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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1903

Page

1

Train Robbery Frays Northern Pacific Officials Offer Reward

A masked gang held up a Northern Pacific train near Nuttington injuring a mail clerk and shooting at crew. Five robbers escaped with a portion of the cash, with conflicting reports on total loot. A larger safe remained untouched. the mail car was not entered and the express car wrecked. Sheriff pursuit continues as authorities offer rewards for arrests.

Nuttington Hutte Pureult Deer Lodge Pyre Northern Pacific Hoyle Rotbert

We Whoops It Up for the Operators

A speaker denounces coal operators and the miners’ union with pledges to set wage minimums and regulate stock prices. He claims attempts to suppress workers’ gains and criticizes the coal industry’s treatment of labor. The speech targets Judge Gray and an accountant, accusing them of supervising workers’ books and funds.

Shell Gray All Theorkers’ Association

Commerce Department Necktie on Cabinet Shakeup Speculation

A leaked memorandum discusses a future cabinet reshuffle with Cortelyou moving to a new role and Loeb Jr remaining as assistant secretary. It notes cross party support and signals a major administration change pending presidential action and Attorney General approval.

Ington D. Cc T of Commerce Cortelnew Loeb, Jr Proelyou Cortelyou Lincoln Rence Senate

Passenger Shot Incident Involving Marine Engineer Ayn Sander

A marine engineer named Ayn Sander was reportedly shot during an incident aboard a boat operated by Bemanon Co. where a passenger says several crew members were taken on a tug as passengers. Officials are investigating with the police and coast guard involved.

Ayn Sander Compainy Geese Ie Proof Sportamen

Abolish the Place Hesitates Over Tax Attorney Role

Council discussion centers on replacing late tax attorney John W. Pratt with the corporation counsel. Councilman James notes Pratt cleared much work before death and could be handled by the corporation staff. The proposal to abolish the special assessment tax attorney role is debated with little consensus.

John W. Pratt James Council Pratt Corporation Xtrety Aleo Robert

Bird's Execution Case Sparks Federal Appeal

A 1494 murder conviction of a county cattleman named Bird prompts a ties to President Roosevelt via Bird's daughter who wrote Miss Altice Roosevelt seeking clemency or intervention. The marshal notes a courthouse setting as legal actions unfold.

Tin Theos T T S Marshal In Catteldana

Louise May Marries Dresden Amid Divorce Decree

Feb 12 report notes a divorce decree affecting the crown of Braxony and signals an attempted recognition of a marriage under German law for Princess Giron. Details are fragmented but center on royal marriage steps and legal recognition.

Dresden Crown of Braxony Merry Giron

Bay City Steamer Hay City Burned At Ballard

The Hay City steamship, owned by the Wash Navigation Co, burned and beached off Weeast Point near Ballard while en route to a government canal entrance. Capt. Campbell and the crew were rescued as the vessel burned to the waterline. damage estimated at about $75,000. previously moved from the Tacoma Olympia run to Beattie Bremerton route.

Ballard Keb Hay City Beattle Weeat Point Howe Government Canal Campbell Bowte Bay City Wash Navigation Company W. H. Ellis Seattle Tacoma-Olympia Beattie-Hremerton

Nuisance Abatement Case Sparks Court Debate On Emissions

The article discusses a nuisance abatement case involving Beattie Electric Company and storage facilities. It compares plant emissions and power loads, noting judge George’s ruling and ongoing prosecutions. Evidence suggests smaller and larger plants emit similar smoke under varying loads, with officials examining boiler output and stack emissions.

Une Gmone Frean Ce and Btorage Ccompany Beattlé Eiectric Diamond Lee Carthten Sith Oe Beattie Electric Company Post Street An IT Electric Company

Quay Admits Responsibility in Pending Anti-Trust Talks

Washington Feb 12. Fenn D. Quay and John D. Archbold of Standard Oil faced questions on pending anti trust legislation. Quay refused to discuss the matter further beyond acknowledging the issue and avoiding details.

Examiner Amerts John D. Roedefeller Seenate Washington, D. C Ea — le Morning Fenn

Tilton Murder Trial Postponed to Tomorrow Morning

The trial of James Tilton for the murder of L A Booth is continued until tomorrow morning to await a return from the special venue of jurors on Tuesday afternoon. Eleven jurors already accepted remain in custody of the superior court bailiffs until tomorrow morning.

James Tilton L. A. Booth Superior Court

Smoker and banquet honor Laundry Drivers at Engles hall

A smoker and banquet were hosted at Engles hall last night by the Laundry Drivers Protective Association. Attendees enjoyed a pleasant evening with entertainment and camaraderie among workers and friends.

Engles Tiendry Vers

Dinner to Gen Booth at Arlington hosted by Senator Hanna

Senator Hanna hosted a dinner at the Arlington in Washington on February 11 in honor of General William Booth founder and head of the Salvation Army. Hanna, a personal friend and longtime supporter of the organization, has contributed generously to its work for years.

Washington, D. C Hanna Arlington William Booth Baivation Army Booth Salvation Army

Pope Leo Weakens As Illness Persists In Rome

Rome February 12 Pope Leo XIII remains weak from illness. He gave a brief audience today to Bishop Burke of St Joseph Missouri. His voice trembled and his step wavered as his condition showed increasing weakness.

Rome Burke St. Joseph

Senate Defeats Commission Bill In Washington State

In Olympia on Feb 12 the railroad commission bill was indefinitely postponed in the Senate by a 2% to 17 vote. The House debated sections, considered amendments to make the panel elective, limit party representation, and require confirmation before duties start. The measure stalled as lawmakers reported progress and sought procedural changes.

Olympia Senate Reading Easterday

Arsenal Fire Ravages Plant as Explosions Resound

A massive blaze at an arsenal destroyed a plant valued at 406000. Fire crews from Davenport Moline and the local city fought the flames as explosions echoed for miles. Two boys were reported missing after the fire, one son of A Ewensen of 22 Boren avenue and another unnamed youth.

Moline Davenport A. Ewensen Boren Avenue Xna Jand Gouchte

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