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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1902

Page

3

Populist Meeting Discusses City Election and Alliances

The Populist gathering at the Armory drew a large crowd as Winsor and others urged independence from Democratic alliances. Speakers criticized city leadership, debated mayoral candidates, and pressed for clear positions on the issues while pledging to uphold law and order.

Aad Winsor Joan W. Godwin William Moyer B. D. Fenley Eaet Seattle Tom Humes Judge Godwin Humes Organization Jorge Winsor Winsor

Major Ruhlen to be Succeeded by Major Gonzales at Local Quartermaster

On March 1 Major Gonzales of the U S A will take charge of the local quartermaster's department, arriving to relieve Major Ruhien who has been transferred to Washington. Ruhien is expected to turnover the affairs on February 28 while on leave in California.

Gonzales Bingham Ruhien Washing Co California

Railroad office moves and agents noted in Vancouver city

Freight and ticket office of Pass & Yukon railroad to relocate March 1 from 619 Firs to White Pass & Yukon Offices in Dexter Horton building. RC Klime and EL Fitzgerald travelers linked to Wabash and Texas Railroads in city. Wm. He and wife seen with Pacific line agent at Vancouver.

Pass & Yukon Railroad Oni White Pass & Yukon Dexter

Teacher drives spree ends in suicide and drowning

A teacher Fletcher Barnett fired at Bert and a student who intervened then shot himself. The first shot did not kill. Barnett wounded himself. Finding Weld did not arrive, he then drowned. Eva Wiseman, another teacher, was involved in the incident.

Fletcher Barnett Eva Wiseman Bert Barnett

Opium Victim Seeks End at Minneapolis Hotel

D Isdell a 62 year old Butte Mont man and wealthy businessman shot himself at the Hotel Nicollet in Minneapolis on February 24 amid despondency over his inability to break the opium habit. He died shortly after the selfinflicted wound.

Shonseapol Minn D. Isdell Butte Mont Nicollet Etty

Pugs Sign For Fight In Ohio February 1902

McGovern and Young Corbet enter articles for a bout scheduled for February 15, 1902, in Ohio. Both boxers weighed in at 1177 pounds.

Ati Ohio McGovern Young

Civil Service Reform Letters Probe Municipal Success

Grout of the civil service commission received a letter from H G Chapman editor of Maine Good Government and assistant secretary of the Service Reform group requesting information on the effectiveness of civil service rules Beattie. The paper gathers data from many cities to show failures of civil service in municipal government.

Unclear street crime blurs on unfamiliar name and bicycle

Readable text reports a confusing account of a rumpled man named Mn who rented a bicycle on Second Avenue and was seen with a "Golden Eagle" machine. Police have been unable to locate "Ur Brown" while pursuing a lead, and descriptions note a well dressed man affecting the scene.

Avcle

School Board Seeks Bids for Heating at Three New Builds

The school board met last night and opened bids for heating for the Wernity Heights Harlay and Miller tract projects. Some tracts were not let but will be reconsidered at the next meeting on March 7.

Bchool Board Wernity Heights Harlay Miller Will UD

Reward for arrest of game law violators posted countywide

The League of American Sportsmen offers 10 dollars for the arrest and conviction of anyone violating state game laws. Warden Mike Kelly of King County adds another 10 dollars for detecting any violation. Placards announcing the rewards have been posted throughout the county.

League of American Sportsmen Mike Kelly King County

Court session adjourned in memory of Miss Jensie Hanford

Justice Cann did not hold court this afternoon as adjournment was announced out of respect for the memory of Miss Jensie Hanford daughter of Judge CC H Hanford of the federal court.

Justice Cann Jensie Hanford CC. H. Hanford Federal Court

Markets Report Faces Egg Price Shifts and Scarcity

The Western avenue markets show little change amid uncertain egg probabilities and high East prices. Ranch eggs rose as California shipments arrived, easing to 26 cents briefly before potential increases. Butter remains steady, apples sell well, and the market awaits Eastern Washington outcomes. California shipments added cabbage, cauliflower, peas, cucumbers, and tomatoes. oranges and lemons grow scarcer with a forthcoming steamer from San Francisco.

Western Avenue California Conta Washington South San Francisco

Quotations for Produce and Provisions in Daily Market

Corrected daily market list detailing prices for fruits vegetables and meats. Includes lemons $1.75 box, oranges $2.50 3.40, apples $1.25 2.50, potatoes $24.00 27.00 ton, beef 4c 7c per lb, pork 10c per lb, eggs 25c, butter 29c, various regional dairy and poultry prices. Also notes Seattle deck or car at Seattle round lot pricing.

Seattle Barney Washington Creamery Washington Large Spring, LLC

California Ink Co opens branch and factory in city building

The California Ink Co opens a branch office and factory in the Metropolitan building Third avenue south and Main Street with a full stock of black and colored inks and related items. The Seattle branch will become a distribution center and local mills will aid printers by supplying fresh ink with visible manufacture dates. Theo Haight oversees operations after serving as ink maker and former superintendent in New York.

The California Ink Co Metropolitan Building Third Avenue South Main Street Seattle San Francisco Theo. Haight Mr. Haight Geo. Mathers Sons Tink New York

Severe coastal storm lashes San Francisco area

San Francisco reports a violent storm with 60 mph winds at Port Reyes and 46 mph in the city. Waves battered the bay, ships dragged anchors, and structures suffered damage from the Presidio to the Mission district. Four hours of outages cut outside communication. reports extend to Chico.

San Francisco Port Reyes Presidio Mission District Chico

Funeral of Miss Hanford

The funeral for Jessie Hanford daughter of Federal Judge C H Hanford was held with a private service at the family residence then public rites at St Mark's Church officiated by Rev Hell. Pallbearers included R M Hopkins O D Colvin Sen J B Allen James C Drake and J D Lowman. burial followed at Lake View Cemetery.

Jessie Hanford C. H. Hanford Boren Avenue Madison Street St. Mark's Church Hell R. M. Hopkins D. Colvin J. B. Allen James C. Drake J. D. Lowman Leater Turner Lake View Cemetery

Street Committee to Discuss Second Avenue Regrade

The street committee of the county will meet Friday afternoon to dispose of street improvements. The regrade of Second avenue from Pike street to Dennyway will be among the matters considered. Other committees including fire and water, library and printing and finance will meet between now and Monday night.

Counci Second Avenue Pike Street Dennyway Fire and Water

Fourth Ward Democrats Postpone Meeting to 7:30

The Fourth Ward Democratic club meeting announced for last evening was postponed to 7:30 PM in the offices of J. H Denning at 44 Starr Boyd building. Important business is planned for discussion.

Fourth Ward Democratic Club J. H Denning Starr-Boyd Building

Transparent glass paintings and ribbon fashions in summer style

The article discusses decorative glass painting with light effects using clear tints and yellow orchids, plus ribbon belts on summer dresses. It shifts to bag punching as a favored indoor exercise for women, detailing benefits for figure and fitness without an instructor. It also notes violet mouth wash trends and causes of red hands from tight clothing and vanity, ending with a brief on simple diet and beauty aids.

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