Robbers Kill Wells Fargo Agent at Santa Fe Station
Coroner Snyder to investigate the killing of Wells Fargo Express agent Haymaker at the Santa Fe railway station. Robbers entered the up-town offices, forced the safe with nitro glycerine, and escaped with a large sum after killing Haymaker who reportedly refused to open the safe. Police pursue suspects across the district.
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Kena
Wells-Fargo Express
Santa Fe
Haymaker
Murthe Threven
Murup-Town
North Sewer Cave-In Claims Two Lives
Nine miners were rescued after a cavern in the North Trunk sewer trapped eleven workers for more than a day. Duncan Robertson died in the collapse while August Stangel remained missing as crews battled 34 feet of loose wet sand to reach him. Local coroner J C Snyder announced an inquest and urged witnesses to come forward.
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Star
J. C. Snyder
King County
Duncan Robertson
August A. Stangel
Robertson
Fremont
North Trank
Ape
August Stangel
Doancan Roebertson
Siater
15Th
N. E
Brooklyn
Iowa
Seattle
North Trunk
Mra. Costa
Duntan Robertson
Mra. Stangel
Mrs. Costa
Harriman Denounces Rumors as Foolish Gossip
In Antonio Texas February M Harriman denies market rumors linking him to bear raids. He dismisses the idea, says his absence was not tied to speculation, and notes wall street chatter in response to questions about his plans.
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AN Antonio
Tex
H. Harriman
New York
Jon
Restr
Train Falls Down Cliff in Vaquil Fatalities Reported
A north bound train near Rio Bam toppled 160 feet down a cliff killing between 25 and 36 passengers and injuring about 40. Initial reports describe a misplaced ramp or railing as a contributing factor in the Bequador incident dated February 24.
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Vaquil
Bequador
Rio
Minstrel Show Fundraiser Set for March 1
Local war veterans and prominent citizens organize a minstrel show at the theatre on March 1 to aid the sick and relief fund. Ensemble acts will feature impersonations by local talent and donations support the Arworiee and Forten Camp United War Veterans in the city.
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Souw
Yes
H. Fortean
United F
President’s Nephew Is Laid to Rest in Harvard Burial
President Roosevelt and Mrs. Longworth attend the funeral of Douglas Robinson, killed last Saturday night by a fall from a window at Harvard. Taft and the formal party join services at the Church of Communion before burial.
Dr Mason Improves Daily in Island Jurisdiction
Dr Mason, physician at the jar, is reported by the authorities to be improving each day. Today he has shown better overall condition, though details remain restricted and no visitors are allowed.
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J. T. Mason
Hon
Claude Kett
Me‘elle Island
Imilett
Gau
Europe
Oii
Freach Viiting
City council committee stalls on streetcar traffic issue
The corporation committee delayed action after a rare visit from Seattle Electric officials and attorney Howe. The meeting adjourned without addressing the streetcar crowding problem or Bouillion’s suggestion, while a special clerk hunted for documents and the inspector’s memo on municipal meter inspection was noted but not acted upon.
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Public Ettities Department
Boullion
Potter
Seattle Electric Company
Howe
Seattle Electric Co
M. Potter
A. V V. Housston
Bouillon
Drys Suffer Major Setback as Wet Joins Rules Committee
In Olympia on February 24 Senator Ruth added a wet member to the committee on rules, shifting Senate power. The panel controls daily calendar order and bill timing, originally comprising Hay Ruth Falconer Knickerbocker and Metcalf. Hutchinson protested, accusing Ruth of breaking a prior pledge to appoint him pro tem if he retired.
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T. J. Dillon
Olympia
Senate
Ruth
Committee On Rules
Hay
Falconer
Qnickerbocker
Metcalf
M. W. Hay
Representatives Hurry in Bills at Last Day of Session
The House and Senate moved swiftly as 115 new bills were introduced on the last day. Lawmakers rushed forward, committees will operate under pressure, and the session faces a hectic stretch ahead with many measures awaiting action.
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House
Senate
Harry
Roek
Billie
Capitol May Stay Right at Olympia
The article discusses the state capitol remaining in Olympia for at least two more years despite debates. It notes a legislature majority in favor, with few exceptions, and mentions the Capitol Lands and their disposal by commissioners becoming a point of contention.
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Capitol
Olympia
Mys
Bs House
Amothine
Standard's Trick Hand in Rebategate Trial
Chicago February 24. Attorney Miller for the Rockefeller concern asks the court to reduce potential fines from 29 million to 25 million if convicted again. He contends the government misuses the Sherman act to raise revenue and urges a ruling that offenses be measured per complete transaction. The court recessed to consider the motion.
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Chicago
U. P
Miller
Rockefeller Concern
Ie En
Sisilar
Landia
Judges to Wear Black Gowns in Court
The senate approved a bill requiring superior and supreme court judges to wear black gowns while trying cases, replacing lavender as joked earlier. Other action included passage of the new school code with only Senator Whitney of Spokane voting no. In Portland Oregon, Arthur L. Campbell, formerly of Boston, was released on bond after arrest tied to alleged fraud in Nevada mining stock schemes. Also, a protocol resolving Turkey Austria boycott tensions was signed in Constantinople.
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T. J. Dillon
Olympia
Senate
Whitney
Spokane
Supreme Court
Portland
Ore
Arthur L. Campbell
Moston
Liberty
Ponta
O. C. Richescof Roaton
Evada
Kais er Wilhelm II Freed After Grounding in Fog
The steam ship Kaiser Wilhelm II was grounded in Gedney channel for several hours and released today undamaged. The incident occurred in dense fog near New York.
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Sthamem Aghound
New York
Senate panel sends land grant decision to next session
The senate public lands committee today decided to pass over the consideration of the proposed grant of lands in the Hetehletchy valley to an Vraneieco until the next session of congrens.
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Waniina
Ron Heb
Ty U. P
Senate Public Lands Committee
Hetehletchy Valley
Local Option Remains Deadlocked In Olympia Vote
In Olympia on February 14 the clash over local option continued as wets lost nerve and House debates stalled. Bills target saloons, fishing gear, and hotel inspections advance, while Senator Piper and others push long term land and standard fish measures. The split on local option persists as the governor signs pending bills and the House weighs pledges from candidates.
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Olympia
Fev
Rron
Areo
Benator Potts
Piper
Lake Warhi Lake Union
Senate
House
Barbee Charged With Battery In City Warrant
Deputy Attorney filed a complaint charging Barbee and Max Ruh with assault after a dispute at a city area. The case involves conflicting statements and a warrant issued by the Amherst court with Justice Kenneth Mackintosh presiding.
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Mandon
Cadie Carrant
John
Harbee
Bern
Kenneth Mackintosh
James Butler Hagen on trial for assault with intent to murder
James Butler known as Babe Hagen faced trial before Superior Judge A W Frater Hayes in Green River Wash after a failed saloon robbery at Little Brown Jug. He and another man attempted to rob bartender Terry Miller. Miller resisted and was shot through the left shoulder. Deputy Matt Starwich later captured Hayes at the Lester sand house.
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James Butler
Babe” Hagen
A. W. Frater
Hayes
Little Brown Jug
Green River
Bori
Lester
Wash
Terry Miller
Miller
Steel Trust Not Worried Over Stock Declines
New York Feb 24 officials of the Steel trust say declines in United States Steel stocks do not cause concern as the company has opened a new issue and expresses optimism about the market.
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Steel Trust
New York
United States
Blizzard Delays Rail Traffic Across Nebraska and Dakota
A severe blizzard grips Nebraska and the Dakota region, halting railroad traffic for the fourth time in three weeks as snow drifts impede lines from Erolk Nebraska to surrounding routes.
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Nebraska
Erolk
Neb
Piper and Tennant Propose Sunday Sports Bill
Olympia February 24 Piper of King and Tennant of King introduced bills to amend the Sunday law to allow common sports at a distance from churches while keeping church services undisturbed. The bills aim to provide legal rights for games on Sunday and to pass if the broader code stalls.
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Olympia
Piper
Senate
Tennant
King
Treasury Report Highlights Narrow Disbursement Gap
Today's Treasury Report from Washington dated Feb 24 shows receipts about 2,087,023 dollars and disbursements of 1. The report outlines the year’s cash flow with limited details in the available fragment, indicating a modest gap between receipts and outlays.
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Treasury
Washington
Foster Victory Brings New Baby to Seattle Couple
In Seattle a baby girl found on a doorstep at 415 Fifth Ave sparked a rush of foster offers. Humane Officer John Vaupell overwhelmed by hopeful guardians, with Foster and Police Matron Margit De Han coordinating, led to Superior Judge A W Frater finalizing the placement. Mr and Mrs Wester welcome the girl at 758 John St, replacing their deceased son.
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Wall
New
City Hall
Nce
Frank du Cett
Mr. Foster
A. W. Frater
Mrs. Wester
John St
Are Women Disloyal Untrue
An article by M Alfred Foulloc argues women are morally equal yet differ passively from men. It claims women’s public roles can benefit society while insisting they belong primarily in home life and influence public life through moral and social virtue.
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M. Alfred Foulloc
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