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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1901

Page

3

Baldwin Aims North Pole Flag Planting Expedition

Evelyn B Baldwin arrives in New York to outfit a large Arctic expedition seeking to plant the American flag at the North Pole. He controls polar dog supplies to deter rivals and has $18 to $100 dogs, with William Ziegler backing the venture for at least two years.

New York Evelyn B Baldwin New Baldwin Pritish North Pole Wm. Ziegier Woll. Poan

Ex-Captain Carter Convicted of Major Govt Fraud

In Leavenworth on February 14 ex Captain M Carter U A and former aesight in military aristocracy is jailed for defrauding the government of over one million dollars in Savannah harbor engineering projects. Judge Mook orders him kept in military prison while pursuing a US Supreme Court appeal. Prison staff deem him a poor example of West Point in conduct and duty.

Leavenworth Kar M. Carter U. A Savannah Harbor Mook Carter U. S. Supreme Court Riek West Point

University Notes Preview Strong Track Outlook and Meets

University track captain Caulking says prospects look brighter with planned meets against Stanford and Berkeley. Prof Van de Veer expects a robust local squad this season as Pullman and Oregon contests are announced. Returning athletes Caulking and Li n dig lead a mix of veterans and newcomers showing promise ahead of the Freachmen-High School meet slated for the 22nd.

G. W. Caulking Stanford Berkeley van de Veer Pullman Seattle University of Oregon Caulkine Cheetnut Thayer Huntoon

Seattle YMCA Triumph Over Tacoma In One-Sided Clash

Seattle YMCA basketball team defeated Tacoma by a lopsided score of to 17 last night. The contest produced exciting moments despite the large margin.

Seattle Y. M.C. A Tacoma

Seattle Trameter Protest Over Plummer Street Bridge

The city council street committee investigates the Seattle Trameter Co. protest against the Plummer Street bridge project.

Seattle Trameter Co Plummer Street Bridge

Mortality Record Noted Local Deaths

Fremont report lists Leslie Hankens an 18 month old child of Mr and Mrs L Munkins who died yesterday. Beulah Wood age unknown died at 117 Third Avenue. Makino died last night at 6 Fourth Avenue South. Tomita aged 43 died last night at 619 Jackson Street. Burials and arrangements are at Penney Stewart's and Bonney Stewart's.

Lesiie Hankens L. Munkins Fremont Beulah C. Wood Irty First Avenue Makino Fourth Avenue Penney & Stewart's T. Tomita Jackson Street Bonney & Stewart's

Arlington Darrington rail progress stated in report

Four miles of rail have already been laid on the Arlington Darrington road. The dispatches note multiple Feb 16 items from Everett Palouse Tacoma Chehalis Olympia and Chehalis about bids classification mining and crime with several local updates.

Arlington Arlington-Darrington Everett Hoyt Avenue Olympia United States

San Francisco Merchants Seek Direct Manila Steamship Line

K. L. Browne of the Merchants' Exchange in San Francisco says Seattle controls deep sea shipments to the Orient as San Francisco plans a direct Manila line. He notes San Francisco and other bodies banding for a new steamship route and offers a permanent subsidy to regain Pacific trade. Puget Sound would keep Alaska trade.

K. L. Browne Merchants’ Exchange of San Francisco Seattle San Prandheco Orient Manpila San Franchsco Puget Sound Alaska Net Eo

Guests at Reinier Grand Hotel Highlight Regional Ties

The Reinier Grand hosts a diverse list of guests including Mrs. Lincoln C. Andrews of Chicago, wife of Major Andrews, J Bruce Gibson from Everett, C Leslie Evans of Victoria, W A Bell and KR Draper from Tacoma and Nort Yasiema, J A Matheson of Anacortes, MH F Bredia of Stanwood, R G Hille of Juneau, CC N Anthier of Lena, Col J S Williams of Texas who runs Lake Bennett steamers, F R Campbell of Maine, BM L Burns of Spokane, Thomas Nixon of Dawson, Dr G Chapman of Victoria, F D Huestis of Port Townsend, Peter Lareen of Spokane, and W F St George of Dawson, among others.

Reinier Grand Lincoln c. Andrews Chicago Major Andrews Seattle Port Albert J. Bruce Gibson Everett C. Leslie Evans Victoria MH. F. Bredia Lumbermaan Stanwood R. G. Hille Juneau CC. N Col. J. 8. Williama Texas Lake Bennett F. R. Campbell Maine BM. L. Burns Thomas Nixon Dawson G Chapman Royal Army Mediaal Corpse F. D. Huestis Port Townsend Peter Lareen Spokane W. F. St. George

Clothed in a Night Dress After House Fire

In Southside Filg Bend, the home of Mr and Mrs Gus Bandhop burned to the ground. Mrs Bandhop, alone, awoke to fire and escaped in a nightdress and stockings, with hair singed and both feet frozen. The building and contents were destroyed.

Wenatchee Gus Bandhop Southside Filg Bend

Mule and Dog In Ferocious Farmyard Fight

A mule owned by Louis Crabtree was being shod when a bulldog attacked. The animals fought with repeated bites and kicks until the dog was fatally injured and shot. The mule is expected to die.

Columbus Louis Crabtree

Pike Street Extension Aims for Renton Hill Route

Jacob Furth of Beattice Electric announces the Pike Street extension of the second avenue division will reach Renton hill then run north on Fifteenth avenue to Paet Harrison Street. Though not required for two years, growth in the residence district calls for immediate construction. A 26 foot car with 100 horsepower motors is planned and will begin daily operation once received.

Jacob Furth Beattice Electric (O Pike Street Second Avenue Renton Hill Fifteenth Avenue Paet Harrison Street Electric Company

Validea atover and Miles & Piper Co Return

A fragment notes Validea atover with Carman and Dr. 8 Valdes stoves returning alongside C. Miles & Piper Co. The terse item mentions these entities in a list style, indicating notices or business references from a historical page.

Validea Atover Miles & Piper Co Valdes Stoves C. Miles & Piper Co

Seattle Theater Presents Way Down Pet and The Eleventh Hour

The Seattle stage hosts Way Down Pet with a matinee this afternoon and The Eleventh Hour tonight, both praised for lasting impressions. A farewell run continues for The Star Boarder at Third Avenue tonight as moving pictures lure audiences nearby. Murray and Mack bring Shooting the Chutes to Third Avenue next week with Pinnigan’s Hat noted as a strong comedic show among a robust road season.

Third Avenue Theater Murray & Mack G. H. Emerick Wo Comedine

Comedian Thos Q Seabrooke in The Rounders at New York Casino

Expect genial stage fun as Thos Q Seabrooke headlines The Rounders a three act vaudeville style musical comedy at the New York Casino. The piece features a Paris Pierrot setting with costuming, and a humorous scene involving Thea the ballet dancer and the Due De Puty Du Chan.

Thos. Q. Seabrooke Seabrooke New York Harry B. Smith Ludwig Paglander

Bremerton Naval Station Wharf Extension Plans

Work at Bremerton to tend the wing wall and extend the wharf at Bremerton naval station. The plans and specifications can be seen at the Chamber of Commerce in this city.

Bremerton Chamber of Commerce Thin City

Escape of Chartres lioness stirs town as crowd hunts keeper

A lioness from a Chartres menagerie slips away at dusk and follows an old woman who patted her head. The animal causes panic as residents lock doors while a search ensues, ending with the lioness recaptured and returned to safety.

Chartres Bolt Hones

Equitable Statement Shows Gains and Reduced Expenses

The Equitable reports for 1800 highlight rises in outstanding insurance, surplus, and income, plus higher policyholder dividends and lower member expenses due to stronger competition. The year ends with a surplus $4,000,000 higher, assets at $804, and $66,000,000 in surplus, a record for the company.

Eoetery Ite Aacets

Markets Show Strong Day With Heavy Sales Across Poultry

Today traders reported brisk business with poultry taking center stage as demand surged. Chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese moved briskly. prices eased about half a cent while turkeys maintained a firm level. Grain, hay, butter, cheese, and live stock quotes circulated for round lots on the dock or via dealer orders.

Beattie Puget Sound Ashington Aes

Dewet Crosses Cape Rhodesia Railway in Pursuit

Report from London dated 14 Gen notes Dewet's force in pursuit near the Cape Rhodesia railroad north of Dewar. Plummer's column follows as armor units engage the enemy while crossing lines. British capture 20 wagons with ammunition, one Maxim gun, horses and prisoners. Dewet's force estimated at 210 men. Nearby engagement reported east of the railroad near Phillgetown. Pacific Coast Co steamer Senator sails for Wilden. Will G. Kalleh of Humboldt Steamship Co. aboard.

London Kitchener Dewet Cape Rhodesia Dewar Plummer Ratom Miummer Phillgetown Pacific Coast Co Senator Wilden Will G. Kalleh Humboldt Steamship Company

Investment pitch promises guaranteed profits after long term

An advertisement urges savings through a loan company, claiming compound interest would grow $8 monthly deposits for 160 months into $60, with a controversial promise of eternity and high returns. It cites L. I. Gregory as secretary and 112 Columbia street as contact.

Puget Bavingy & Loan L. I. Gregory Columbia Street

Local Drug Store Sales Pitch on Pleasant Service

People visit stores for friendly sales help and fair pricing. Readers learn about products like Pears Imported soap at 26c, Packer's Tar Soap at 1d, and Imported White Castile in large bars, plus The Meene Bouquet Carnation fragrance.

Castile

Safe storage option offered for valuables at local bank

The case keeping of valuable papers jewelry etc is prudence You can rent a safe deposit box in the vaults of the Northwest Trust and Bank Deposit Company 4 West Columbia Street for 3 a year and access during business hours KB Bherreck manager Alexander Myers treasurer

Northweat Trust and Base Deposit Company Columbia Street KB. Bherreck Alexander Myers

The Perfected Oxygenor King Cures Constipation

A historical note claims skin diseases result from chronic constipation and faulty circulation. It touts the Perfected Oxygenor King as a treatment using a rectal distender and inhaled oxygen to relax colon muscles and stimulate nerve pathways, promising dramatic cures and inviting readers to visit the office or write for information.

Prices For Provisions And Produce Listed In Local Market

A long list of market prices is shown for fruits vegetables and meats. Entries include onions lettuce cabbage peppers beets potatoes carrots and many more with per unit per case or per pound figures. Meat prices cover cow beef steer beef mutton pork and veal with various cuts and weights. Dairy items list butter cheese and eggs with regional origin notes and price ranges.

California

Jobbing Quotations for Fresh Produce Prices

The snippet lists Grean Fruit lemons limes apples and other items with price ranges per box or case. It shows varied figures such as lemons at 2.00 to 2.25, cooking apples at 90c, eating apples 1.00 to 1.25, and bananas 1.76 to 2.40, plus £1.26 and other calculations.

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N.Y A. A. Milla Chntralia Federated Clube Thie City Rogers Pres.dent McKinley Silverton J. F. Eldred J. B. McKinney Acoma Puyallup Indian Reservation Ime Ining County Pierce County University Notes Lindi Palouse C. A. Smith Eleventh Street Chehalis N. Fer Sher Toledo John Her- Ting Emil Brandt Monte Cristo Palouse River Lumber Company Young Mitts The Stevens W. A. Bell Nort Yasiema KR. Draper J. A. Matheson Anacorioe Pike ST. Extension Dr. 8. Carman Seattle Theater Grand Opers House Econd Avenue Third Avenue Philadelphia Beck Fevaente Latr Carmen Henri Greet Sriday Geattle Theater Miss Dish Grand Opera House Jes Blair Gret the Rounders Aetereie & Ootterdammerung Lea Brooke Maginnie Paeha Theeit the Angels of the Alley Sullivan & Harrie Theodore Kremer Kremer Mr. Kremer Hite Alan Sing Sima Death Becme Thomas Rowndare Geta Cuacelett Yesler Seattle Kennel Club Meattie Kennel Club J Iedeleheimer Rand Opera —House J. Owe Leeding Theater Ptt William Aady Hird Avenue Theater Peone M. Howel Harles H. Boyle Edison Moving Pictures Edward VII Searchnaht Miles & Piper Yesler Way Voegetebion Washington Iowa Bilgin Nebraska French Ranch Eastern Roquefort Adam Limburger Oregon Bluestem John Nogleserg Second Ave Grean Fruit Stolting’s Arch M. B Jlotel Butler C. B Ivermore Eastland Kaetland Fastiand Wastland Knaatland Raatiand Pastiand Kastiand Ilding Kaetiand Fastiand Waatliand Kaastland Kastiand Maatland Mastiand Pastiand Maatiand Heaetland Bastiand Eastiand Efastiand Yoet Albert Hansen Weat Rand Opera John Cort FIRST the Angel OF the Sing Sing Prison Howard Gratz Yeattle Theatre Eine” * Ae Wi Iwe Ommen Rounders Third Avenue Theatre M. Russell Mer George H. Emerick Chickering & Sons Weber, Kimball, Pease and Singer Planes Kimball & Burdett D.s.johnson Burker Star Schuchard Sextus Stone Fisher & Lane
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