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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1906

Page

3

Woman dies after self-inflicted gunshot in Seattle apartment

Mrs Anna Del Reed of Kansan City dies at Pacific hospital after a gunshot in an apartment in Seattle. Her husband Lewis Lewis claims self defense and intent to leave the city. Their 4 year old son was in an adjoining room. the boy says his father did not fire the shot. Lewis is detained by detectives.

Anna del Reed Lewis Neville Phillips Seattle Kansan City Iat Marion Bik Kansas City

Nearing Agreement Report on Rate Bills

An early morning discussion between Sena Aldrich and Allison with the President and opponents suggests the rate bills may see closer accord. The note mentions a lack of funds and a hospitalized Miss, with details unclear from fragmentary text.

Sena Aldrich Allison

Itl Moved to Wayside Hospital by Health Authorities

Itl was yesterday moved to Wayside hospital by health authorities where she will be cared for until well.

Wayside Hospital

Miss Carrau Seeks Costs in Bond Return Case

The case of Marie Carrau claiming against the estate of John Sullivan and Fidelity and Trust Company for the return of a $400 bond was taken under advisement by Judge Gillman this morning. The question arises from a lengthy, intricate litigation in progress.

Marie Carrau John Sullivan Fidelity and Trust Company Gillman

Sullivan Fortune and the Carran Bond Case

The Fidelity and Trust Company furnished a bond for Miss Carran guaranteeing costs in a United States case. Carran was compelled to pay coats after refusing to purchase them. the Supreme Court ruled the circuit court lacked jurisdiction. Carran now seeks to avoid costs in a court deemed without authority.

Special session weighs Milwaukee franchise impact on city rail lines

City officials and attorneys meet at city hall to decide on Chicago Milwaukee St Paul franchise extension and right of way along Railroad av north of Colorado Ave. The Milwaukee request risks bottling the corridor and hindering new rail companies seeking access, with advocates warning against piecemeal grants.

Horney EB. C. Hughes Scott Calhoun Mullen and Bowen Councils Corporations Committee Chicago Milwaukee St. Paul Colorado Seattle International

Railroad Franchise Visit Shapes Hidden Plans in Beattie

A group of officials scouting a mysterious railroad franchise linked to J A Moore is en route from Beattie toward Vancouver, B C. They have inspected parts of the proposed route and remain secretive with only S G Faulker of the Lumber Exchange shown in public view. Faulker is expected to return with the party tonight or tomorrow as they finalize route details before any official statement on investors and aims is released.

J. A. Mooore Beattie Vancouver B. C Everett G. Faulker Lumber Exchange Mr. Faulker

Murderers Executed in Ebensburg Gallows Tragedy

Stephen Fellows and Jacob Hauser were executed for murder on the Ebensburg gallows this afternoon. Cook Inlet Transportation Company has chartered the steamer Toledo to haul supplies from Sunrise City to Inlet locations. The Toledo is now on the Columbia River and will be brought here promptly.

Ebensburg Stephen Fellows Jacob Hauser Cook Inlet Transportation Company Toledo Sunrise City Columbia River

Real Estate Boom Driven by Rail Expansion. $2 Million in Deals

The past two days saw a surge in land sales and options tied to railroad growth, with total value surpassing $2,000,000. Notable actions include the Stetson-Pent waterfront sale for $900,000 to Harriman interests and a $360,000 transfer to Canadian Pacific, plus multiple tideland options and Westernay transfers in the $200,000 range.

Harriman Canadian Pacific Tidelands Cove Waterway Creat Northern Railroad Watson Allien J. D. Koughton Beattie Tidelands West Waterway

Boys Reported Lost Near Riverton After River Campout

Two Beattie children are believed drowned in the Black river near Riverton after being found with a rifle bread tobacco and matches at the riverbank. W Bapin located the items and alerted authorities who recovered the gear but found no sign of the boys. They had traveled from Beat tle on Tuesday.

Beattie Miack River Riverton W. Bapin Black River Goffe Grocery Gieff Beattice Sheriffs Office Joe Mil Beattle

Strap Hanger Badge Draws Municipal Ownership Support

A unique badge shaped like a miniature trap banger was widely distributed today by the Municipal Ownership party. Campaigners say the strap hanger badge will boost votes as supporters of municipal ownership praise its visibility on Seattle Electric car riders. An initial batch sold quickly and a new consignment was ordered.

Seattle Electric Company

Little Boy Cremated After House Fire

Special to The tar from Bellingham Washington reports two year old Cornelius Foss Jr. died in a house fire at Point Roberts near Blaine. The infant’s bones were recovered from the ashes after the blaze consumed the home while the mother was away and the grandfather was in a nearby field. The boy’s death was not immediately reported.

Bellingham Wash Cornelius Foss Point Roberts Blaine

Lawrence a Real Bad Man in Portland Police Reports

Charles Lawrence alias Frenchy, described as a persistent criminal, was proclaimed a general all around bad man by Portland authorities. He had served terms totaling nine years in Walla Walla and Salem prisons and faced arrest here for insulting young girls. He was shot twice during a tried escape from Special Officer Clark. Police link him to recent Seattle robberies.

Charles Lawrence Clark Portland Polic Oregon Seatt

Ad ministratrix Mortgages Lot to Pay Estate Debts

Mrs. Hubbell as administratrix of the Frank B. Hubbell estate obtained a superior court order to mortgage one estate lot for 5000 to meet interest on the $121 175 59 debts after Hubbell’s death by his own hand at the Hotel Washington last October.

Frank B. Hubbell Washington Hubbell Superior Court

Former Policeman Charged With Printing Obscene Literature

A. C. Duel, ex policeman, faced Judge Frater this morning on charges of printing and circulating obscene literature. He was held in $3,000 bond after failing to furnish it, with Assistant Prosecution Miller requesting $1,500, but the court set double that amount.

A. C. Duel Frater Miller

Publisher Mr Beg Falk Enters Council Race

Mr Beg Falk publisher of the Vaktaren Swedish weekly announces he will seek the Republican nomination for councilman at large. He has resided in the city nine years and supporters say he would attract a large vote.

Mr. Beg. Falk The Mr. Palk

Nicholas Longworth Weds Alice Lee Roosevelt License

Nicholas Longworth was granted a marriage license to wed Alice Lee Roosevelt. A Seattle Commercial apartment’s refurnishing and enlargement were approved by the committee, including a billiard room social hall assembly lounge areas and a display section for club members’ work.

Washington, BD. CC Nicholas Longworth Mins Alice Lee Roosevelt Seattle Eltel

North Seattle R club to convene meeting at o'clock

A note announces a meeting of the North Seattle Republican club to be called at a stated o'clock. The fragment offers no date or location beyond the club name.

North Seattle R Club

Western states convention opens in ND Oregon

The See Am ret convention opened in North Dakota on February 16 with delegates from Western states. Governor Chain and Fisher Harris of Salt Lake City spoke, along with H. M. Cake of the Commercial Club delivering addresses.

Ore Governor Chain H. M. Cake The Commercial Club Fisher Harris Balt Lake City

Fire causes $100,000 damage at Atlas Cement plant

A blaze at the Atlas Cement company building in Hannibal Missouri caused about 100000 in damages. Fire officials reported the early morning fire traced to the Atlas Cement plant and caused substantial losses to the structure and contents. The incident prompted evacuations and fire crews from nearby districts fought the flames for several hours.

Hannibal, Mo Atlas Cement Company

Notice to subscribers of The Star newspaper

If your copy fails to reach you by 6 each evening call The Star Publishing Co main office Sunset Main 1050 Independent 1148 between 6 and 7 and they will send your copy. If you miss it more than once telegraph them each time you miss it to ensure perfect service.

the Star Niece the Star Publishing CO

Oregon's Repairs Likely Delayed By Extensive Work

Washington Feb 15 The Oregon may face delays at Puget Sound as extensive alterations demand careful surveying and a possible special appropriation. Navy policy and House sentiment suggest submitting such major ship repairs to Congress for a dedicated fund.

Washington Oregon Puget Sound Lkely Navy Department House Naval Committee Congress

Trains Collide Near Lancaster. Debris Burning

A mail train collided with a freight train near Lancaster Pennsylvania this morning causing a terrible mash up with burning debris. No deaths reported.

Lancaster Pennsylvania Railway Here

Ballard Fire Destroys Home. Hose Added for Safety

Fire at the home of William Tullar in Madison Ballard destroyed the structure due to a defective chimney. Losses near 1000 dollars with 800 dollars insured, and debate over fire station proximity noted. Ballard Hose supply totals 3500 feet after recent addition while Rainier Union plans a Washington's birthday event. G F Figg pushes street car extension and city wells cleanup debated by officials.

Ballard William Tullar Madison Brig Sloop Lowe Williams Ballard Fire Department Rainier Union No. 23 Order of Washington Washington G. F. Figg North Ballard Improvement Club Seattle Electric Company

Senate Debates Shipping Subsidy Vote and Alaska Rail Plans

Senator Dillingham introduced no immigration bill while Taft supports a federal guarantee for Alaska railways. The senate cast its first ballot on the shipping subsidy bill, passing 38 to 27 with five Republicans joining Democrats. The emperor of Japan sent two silver vases and a large embroidery with chrysanthemums to Miss Roosevelt.

Dillingham Senate Committees On Taft Alaska Mra Shonaparte Senate Messrs. Burkett Dolliver la Follette Spooner Warner Japan Roosevelt

Fire at St. Louis Wholesale District

A $100,000 blaze hit the wholesale district in St. Louis this morning. Revival meetings proceed at the First Free Methodist church with Dr. Cawood of Portland leading through the week, amid rising interest.

ST. Louis Firet Free Methodist Church Dr. Cawood Portland

Investment properties offered in Lakeside City

A Sunday sale promotes half acre tracts in Lakeside City priced from 60 to 250 dollars each with four down and balance due over one to three years. Advertisers promise quick profits within six months. Free boat excursions from Madison Park depart at 10 12 2 and 4 o clock.

Lakeside City Madison Park

Frisco Report Claims Steamer Indiana Sold

A Frisco report says Harrison and Hibbard of Frisco bought the old steamer Indiana of the Empire line, but the sale cannot be confirmed. Captain Hibard, recently in Seattle, is out of the city. The Indiana, a statership of the Ohio, was built by the Cramps in 1873, iron constructed, 343 feet long, 43 foot beam, and 29 feet 9 inches depth.

Frisco Harrison and Hibbard Indiana Empire Line Hibbard Seattle Ohio Cramps Inchea

Dedication Service Of New Boylston Ave Unitarian Church

The dedication service for the new Boylston av Unitarian church will be held Sunday morning March 11 Rev A Elliot of Boston will preach the dedication sermon. In connection with the dedication the N P C conference will hold its annual session Monday and Tuesday following. John Crovitch arrested in Ravensdale by Deputy Sheriff Matt Starwich was found guilty of larceny from the person the jury being out briefly.

New Boylston Av. Unitarian Church A. Elliot Boston John Crovitch Ravensdale Matt Starwich

Boys Destroy Trees In Neighborhood Incident

A. Harvey of 1201 6th Avenue North reports an organized group of youths has been damaging property. Early last night they cut down several trees on the parking strip in front of his home.

A. Harvey 6Th Av. North

Drydock Dewey overdue at Gibraltar raises no alarm

The Dewey remains overdue at Gibraltar six days after January 22 with naval officials saying they are not worried. Also noted, the Red Cross received 10000 from the Christian Herald for famine relief to Japan and Susan B Anthony celebrated her 86th birthday with greetings from suffragists and a Baltimore reception.

Washington Dewey Gibraltar The Red Cross Christian Herald Tokio Banka Mise Susan B Anthony Baltimore

Anniversary Observed of the Maine Explosion in Havana Harbor

Havana marked the anniversary of the Maine disaster by hoisting the American flag on the wreck and holding a memorial meeting for American residents.

Havana Maine

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