West Seattle to Alki Street Car Idea Sparks Debate
Seattle Feb 23. Talk of a West Seattle to Alki street railway stirs interest as a private franchise may seek city council approval. Supporters say it would attract campers and travelers, while opponents favor municipal ownership and caution the council before formal action. The council plans to review the proposal next Monday night.
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Alki Point
Grave No 13 Identifies T D Shreve in Vitora Cemetery
The fragment describes Grave No 13 in Vitora cemetery marked XIII tor the burial of D Shreve of 1595 W 37th St Los Angeles. It notes written requests to Charles A Freer of Georgetown to locate a husband and mentions authorities and survivors giving descriptions of a body buried in grave XII closely matching Shreve.
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D Shreve
Lac Angeles
Charles A. Freer
Georgetown
Shreve
Mr. Freer
Pointers for Men Who Shave at Beattle Store
Irregular ad copy offers high grade shaving articles at low prices. Torrey’s razors, brushes, strops and related items advertised with unclear prices and locations. Barteil’s at ind Ave. and fad Ave. featured as sale point for shaving goods.
Unclear Fate After Valencia Wreck Near Victoria
Report notes Shreve believed buried in Victoria cemetery after a wreck near that location and voyage toward Montana for farming interests. No further news since the incident fuels supposition of drowning.
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Vallencia
Razor Attack at Ballard Lands Man in Wound
Edward Munson attacked P M Hane with a razor at a Ballard boarding house injuring him severely before escape. Munson has shown odd behavior since arriving in Ballard and suffers temporary insanity fits. W L Read seeks to repair the old bicycle path east of Federal Ave near Roanoke St for pedestrians. Heffernan and others protest a near railroad franchise within 106 feet of the west margin of the main thoroughfare, arguing it is needed for teaming and pedestrians.
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Federal Av
Roanoke
T. Heffernan
Whatcom Av
Signal stations to guard Vancouver Island coast
A new wireless and signaling system will be built along the Vancouver Island coast from Sheringham Point to Cape Cook. Carmanah, Entrance Island, Katewan Point, and a small island off Cape Cook will get high warning lights and red sector danger rocks. Wireless stations will link about ten sites to a Victoria headquarters with foghorns and two self propelled lifeboats stationed at each point, including San Juan harbor and Ramfield.
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San Juan Harbor
Ramfield
University Rowing Crew Narrowed to Thirteen Members
Thirteen of twenty one candidates were chosen by judges Crosby Balliet and Strange for the university rowing crew. The selections aim to prepare for active competition with a May 30 race against Beattie and future matches including Washington against Victoria’s James Day Athletic Club and Portland Rowing Club crews.
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Yale
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Cooper
Christy
Hirowley
Kirby Mackey
Divorce Wave Hits County Clerk Office
A holiday quiet gives way to a burst of divorce complaints this morning as Lena Pier seeks separation from DeForrest Pier after alleged cruelty and being kicked from bed. Anna Jones files desertion with Thomas Jones. Sophia Momaki sues Antonio Fisher. William R. Fisher faces cruelty claims. Abbia Trout sues William Trout for cruel and inhuman treatment.
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DeForrest Pier
Charlie Preet
Lena
William Trout
Abbia Trout
AOK BIDS FOR NEW WING AT COURTHOUSE
County commissioners advertise for bids on a two story northeast wing to the courthouse. Bids open on the 15th next month for two court rooms offices and new vaults extending from the present building to Eighth Ave.
Seattle election to extend city limits proceeds after injunction denial
West Seattle property owners lost an injunction challenge and city officials can proceed with the vote to extend Seattle’s limits to Alki Point. The move would allow extending the municipal streetcar line and incorporate nearby land into the city, affirming Seattle as a third class city.
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Superior Court
Griffin
Wenet Seattle
Alki Point
Hyadin to Start Seattle Vindivosto Service Amid Trade Hopes
Marine notes report the Hyadin of the Boston Steamship Co will inaugurate the Seattle to Vindivosto route on its next voyage as analysts expect a large rise in American trade with Siberia. Ed Thornton spends night seeking a lost terrier pup on the docks after a brief ownership. The Melville Dollar is chartered by J J McManus for a direct coal and lumber shipment with explosives and gasoline. Inland Piper Port Orchard and Hertha to be re-inspected this afternoon. The steamer Bameon returns to be assigned to freighting duties on the Hound after January voyage. Portland discharge pending.
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Steamer Capital City Arrives At Port Portland Route Saked
The Capital City steamed into Weet Beattie from Olympia and will proceed to Portland. The vessel was expected to serve on the Columbia River, with operations between Seattle and Olympia noted in the report.
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Albany Senate opens inquiry into industrial insurance firms
Albany reports a Senate resolution introduced on February 24 calling for a full investigation of all industrial insurance companies. The move aims to examine practices and safeguards in the industry.
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Debate offer from municipal ownership group to Seattle Electric
W Harmon, chairman of the municipal ownership campaign committee, challenges a Seattle Electric representative to debate George F Cotter on issues raised by the Stone & Webster company. The committee offers to cover all meeting expenses.
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Municipal Ownership Party
Seattle Electric
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Btone & Webster Company
Henton
Municipal Ownership Campaign Committee
Real estate prices rise in South Park area
Suburban notes report a 20 percent jump in all local property in two weeks with prices still climbing. The Fraternal Brotherhood of America held a social dance at the South Park ball with 160 attendees. Foster school plans a night entertainment at the schoolhouse tonight.
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River ton Holds Masquerade Ball at McCoys Hall
The River ton band staged a masquerade ball at McCoy's hall in River ton with Parkhurst orchestra providing music. About 200 attendees enjoyed a pleasant evening in the-entertainment event impersonator from Ta coma was in charge.
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Ballard Delegates Parade Banquet Returns
Thirty Ballard lodge delegates of Hike attended a plug hat parade and banquet in Tacoma yesterday. Captain Buckley returned safe and sound and noted he had both shoes in his possession. FP Lewie petitions city council to clear a cloud on title from a land purchase in Central Battle addition near 10th Avenue.
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A Pure White Drug Store Bargains
Easterners visiting Beattle note the white interior of Bartell's large drug store at 610 Beyond Ave. The store advertises Saturday bargains on items like Pinaud Eau d Quinine hair tonic 60c bottles, Laraine Eau d Quinine 60c bottles, Villard Eau d Quinine 6c bottles, Pompeiian massage cream 60c size 20c, Kage and Tar ashampoo soap 16c.
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Armory Suit Begins Over Seattle Armory Construction
John Y. Terry filed suit today against the county commissioners to test the armory law and decide whether the county or state shall build Seattle’s armory. The injunction seeks to stop using funds for a state building while bonds already provide funds for a local armory. If the suit fails, construction proceeds as planned. if successful, the armory may be built differently. The case is expected to move quickly, with work possible in about a month.
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John Y. Terry
Seattle
Mason, Lewis & Co
Chicago
Milburn Returns to Seattle Duties After Clearing Charge
Henry H. Milburn assistant secretary and purchasing agent of Northwest Commercial resumes work in Seattle after being cleared of stealing account books from a connected hardware firm. He told The Star the charge was ungrounded and the matter fully cleared up.
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Northwest Commercial Company
Seattle
the Star
Butter and Lard Price Comparison at Cow Butter Store
Found that you can save from 10¢ to 200 a pound by buying your butter at the following prices Fancy Iowa Creamery 2 lb 55c Good Iowa Creamery 25¢ per pound. We can also save you from 10c to 20¢ a can on lard. Get our prices and compare with your grocer's located at 1st and Pike.
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