City Council Calls Pastor Matthews to Explain Graft Allegations
The council formed a committee to summon Rev. M A Matthews of First Presbyterian Church to appear next Monday. The move follows his criticism that several council members engage in grafting, while he praised the mayor and police chief. President Gill offered 15 cents to cover Matthews hair-cut expenses.
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Mullen
Crichton
Cole
M A. Matthews
First Presbyterian Church
Matthews
City Fathers
Gill
Herbert Puts It Up To The Council In License Hearing
Frank Herbert proprietor of Our Mug saloon faces license revocation over alleged complicity in a robbery case. He claims his Tenderloin establishment is orderly and accuses Chief Delaney of biased policing as the license committee delays action, while council weighs ordinance to revoke.
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Delaney
Tenderloin
January weather hints and travel plans from Salisbury
Weather mixer notes January projections from Salisbury predicts a 14 year average high of 41 degrees with records from 1900 and 1904. Rainfall averages 4.33 inches, 19 days with precipitation, and a 62 degree high in 1902 while 2 above zero was reached in 1903. The piece also mentions travel of a team to Canada and a cross country move. DIED BY ACCIDENT The body of Hane Hanson died from injuries at the Apex mine near Herlin was brought here. death ruled accidental with no inquest. Hanson, 36, was bracing timbers when rock fell. George Howard narrowly escaped. The body awaits word from his Montana-based sister.
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Salisbury
Prophet
Hane Hanson
Apex
Herlin
Austin
Hanson
George Howard
Hanney- Watson Company
Montana
Council approves reappointment and delays health board decision
The council approved L. B. Youngs for another term as lighting and water superintendent. Confirmation of Dr. J. B. Loughary to the health board was postponed for a week while an ordinance to raise his salary from 25 to 50 dollars monthly is considered. Dr. Loughary reportedly refused reappointment without higher pay.
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L. B. Youngs
J. B. Loughary
Health Board
Loughary
Hockey Team Arrives aboard Dolphin for Dawson Tour
The Dolphin of the Alaska Steamship company is due to reach this port from southeastern Alaska next Wednesday. On board are the Dawson hockey team members preparing for a tour of the east representing the far northern city in various tournaments.
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Dolphin
Alaska Steamship Company
Alaska
Skagway
Dawson
Pyramid Pile Cure Endorsed By A New Jersey Sufferer
The advertisement features Mrs Wm Mucky of Elizabeth New Jersey praising Pyramid Pile Cure after years of piles and failed remedies. It argues against routine surgery and urges readers to request the Pyramid Drug Co pamphlet from Marshall Michigan for causes and cures. It also mentions doctors favoring operations and promotes a bicycle shop and new photo studio nearby in Seattle style fragments.
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Mra. Wm. Mucky
Marshall Street
Elizabeth
N. J
Mark Twain
Pyramid Drug Co
Marshall
Mich
Installation of Officers at Ballard Magies Lodge
A large crowd attended the installation of officers at Ballard The Magies of Ballard in Magten Wall. After the ceremony a banquet honored the new officers and speeches were given by L. A. Hrower who received a liver life card for lifelong membership. A surprise party for Chase and Annie Woods followed at their city home with dancing and singing.
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Magies
Ballard
Magten Wall
Tonsta
L. A. Hrower
Lodge
Chase
Annie Woods
Thin City
Singing
Marie
Tamar Injured In German Port Collision At Cuxhaven
A German ship Tamar en route from Hamburg to Seattle with cement ran into the pierhead at Cuxhaven and was severely damaged. The 1049 ton vessel landed broadside while entering port. a marine survey found bent midship parts and sprung deck beams. She will be repaired before resuming voyage under Captain Cup.
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The
Marine Exchange
Tamar
Hamburg
Seattle
Cuxhaven
Germany
Ward
Tomar
Cup
Revival Meeting At Bapt. St Church Inaugurates Series
Rev Dr Varney delivered a logical sermon at the North Hapitat church inaugurating revival meetings on If a Man Die Shall He Live Again The audience was impressed and several confessed interest The Pilgrim quartet impressed the crowd with trained voices and careful musical balance Tonight services at 7 45 The police report a book thief case with volumes missing from W A Hibb’s Walker building office
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Varney
North Hapitat
Pilgrim Quartet
F. Thompson & Co. in Seattle Faces Major Failure
One of Seattle’s largest failures unfolds with F Thompson and Co a major retail clothing firm at 205 First Ave South. Owner Mr Thompson cites lack of suitable uptown storeroom and limited trade from the north as causes. He asserts stock valued near 75000 dollars with debts under one third that amount. An inventory audit is underway and creditors have appointed an adjuster. Public notice will follow with doors reopening and stock offered to yield up to 80 cents on the dollar. He aims to pay all and preserve his name.
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Seattle
F. Thompson & Co
First Ave. South
Thompson
The Neill companys farewell week at Beattie theater
The Neill company presents A Bachelor's Romance at Beattie theater with strong cast fit for the parts. Rudolph and Adolph at Third Avenue theater delivers big laughs with dancing and pretty girls. Platt Fanning company performs Monte Cristo at Alcvar theater drawing large audiences with Frank Fanning in the lead and impressive scenic effects.
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Neill
Beattie Theater
Neill Company
Neills
Rudolph
Adolph
Third Avenue Theater
Platt-Fanning
Monte Cristo
Alcavar Theater
Frank Fanning
Tool House Robberies Increase as Police Struggle
Repeated break ins target tool houses with few arrests in months. A. T. Hailie reports his tools valued at 11 dollars missing from a near Boren avenue and Union street location. Police fear burglars may flee the city with loot. Miller F. Johnston dies at 35 on December 25. Julia Littles dies at 71 on December 28 in Georgetown. Mrs Jean Smith seeks divorce from Albert Smith and restoration of her maiden name Jean Reagle. Mrs Charlotte Thompson stands trial for arson in Superior Judge Tallman’s court tomorrow.
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Boren Avenue
Union Street
Miller F. Johnston
Columbia City
Julia Littles
Georgetown
Jean Smith
Albert Smith
Jean Reagle
Charlotte Thompson
Tallman
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Pike Street
Germania Hall
Herbert
Frank Herbert
Weather Maker
Toronto
Montreal
Quebec
Dawron
Whitehorse
Vancouver
Ccnttariemegy
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Rero
Eitel
Pike
Eggan & Ericson
ST Church
W. A. Hibb
Walker Building
Aamc Tea and Coffee CO
Second Avenue
Madison Street
Adams Tea & Coffee CO
Equitable Life Assurance Society of the
United States
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Pournves
Broadway
New York
James W. Alexander
James H. Hyde
Gage E. Tarbell
Allenberg & Fleming, Managers Arcade
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A. T. Hailie
Lane Street
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