Library Takes Temporary Home as New Quarters Prepare
The Seattle library moves to a temporary university building after a library commission vote. Cleanup starts tomorrow, cards and materials are prepared, and a formal council action is expected. Trustees praise the university and Carnegie gift while insurance adjustments proceed on lost volumes.
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University
University Building
Brary Commission
Smith
Seattle Art League
Library Commission
Renn
R. H. Lindsay
Library
Shepard, Lloyd and Stratton
Aenn -Tenton
Lioyd
Shep
Lindsay
Rochester
Stratton
Theene
University Regenue
Will Carson
Denny hotel opening rumor denied by Dexter Horton Co
Dexter Horton Co owner denies plans to open the Denny hotel after a Star report claimed a move was contemplated. He asserts no project exists and calls the tale a recycled sensation.
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Denny
Dexter Morton
Star
Dexter Horton
Denny -Bleine Co
Boers Close In Near Kimberley And Capetown
In Capetown January reports say Boers looted a farm seven miles from Kimberley while Capetown cyclist corps engaged a Pickaneersberg commando about 90 miles from Piquetberg and 60 miles from North Capetown. The cyclist corps later repulsed the Boers with two killed and wounded.
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Capetown
Jan
Kimberley
Cyclist Corps
President Improves With Cold. Remains In Bed
Washington report states the president is improving but confined to bed with no fever. The noon update notes continued rest and that the illness is running its natural course, with no occasion for alarm.
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Washington, D. C
de. Rivey
Senate mulls canteen question amid army bill debate
Washington D C Jan 3 The senate opened with Pettigrew’s resolution demanding a record of regular army officials appointed to volunteer service as McCumber spoke on the army canteens. In the House the rivers and harbor appropriation bill was the main topic of discussion.
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Washington, RD. C
Senate
Pettigrew
McCumber
Alvord Admits Guilty To Bank Theft in New York
Alvord pleads guilty to stealing 690000 from the First National Bank. He faces sentencing on Tuesday.
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Alvord
New York
First, National Bank
Victoria Feeble Sparks Doubt of Queen's Health
London January 9 officials note the queen shows feebleness in spring arrangements causing court circles to fear a collapse of health may be imminent.
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London
Two Negroes Hanged in Washington Robbery Case
In Washington Pa on January 1, two Black men, Jana Jones and George Ward, were hanged for the murder of Alexander Wuratlic during a house robbery. The executions were noted as deliberate. both men died without confessing.
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Washington, Pa
Jana. Jones
George Ward
Alexander Wuratlic
Two Ships Burned Up in New York Fire
Fire at Erie basin destroyed the excursion steamer MHienti and the steamer Coyn along with two Nehters and Beard's stores. Damage estimated at half a million. The Chase illuminated South Brooklyn as 14 other vessels fled. the Dunston steamer from Liverpool sustained heavy damage but no fatalities or injuries were reported.
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New York
Mhienti
Erie Basin
Coyn
Nehters
Beard
Brooklyn
Dunston
Liverpool
Ruge
Coya
River flood recedes as banks drop in Tu Lamne region
In California on January 9 the river’s subsidence eased flood conditions. Most bottom lands remain inundated, with the Tulamne River reporting the highest water level yesterday in two years.
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Ca. Cal
Tulamne
City of Pekin Brings Immigrant Labor to Honolulu
The steamer City of Pekin sailed from San Francisco to Honolulu carrying about 400 Porto Ricans and 78 Alabama negroes to work on island sugar plantations.
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San Francteco
Cal
City of Pekin
Honolulu
Jail Cleanup Begins After Fever Outbreak
The city starts cleaning the jail as Chief Mere dith urged action. Guard George Sheehan leads two prisoners to remove years of rubbish under cells, with disinfectants and whitewash planned after the waste is cleared following a fever outbreak among prisoners.
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Meredith
Board of Public Works
Esterday
George Sheehan
Horrific abuse reported by New Jersey father
Bridgeton reports describe Sylvanne Grace from Newport in a violent episode harming his two year old child by placing it on a hot stove and injuring its ear. He then left by boat to go oystering as the child battles for life while the grand jury prepares to investigate.
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Bridgeton
N. J
Sylvanne Grace
Newport
Anics
Grand
Mystic Shrine installs officers in Tacoma and plans Hawaii trip
Afafi Temple of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine in Tacoma installs 11 officers led by John Arthur of Seattle as potentate and Chas Hammond of Tacoma as other chiefs. A committee backs joining the imperial council in a Hawaii temple effort with a chartered steamship round trip at 116 dollars per head for nobles west of the Mississippi, with travel March 16 to April 8, including a San Francisco stop and two days of entertainment in Tacoma.
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Tacoma
Afafi Temple of Nobles
Mystic Shrine
Cere
John Arthur
Seattle
Rubban
John G. Camp
Asaiotant Eace
Maniey
Tehig
Prophet
Chas
Mammond
Oriental Mental
South Prairie
Edward i. Hare
Samuel Hh. Limerick
Beattie
Quard
Jacob Weatherwax
Chas. D. Knight
Imperial Council
R. A. Ketner
Sea of the Wear
Imperial Council of
United States
Honoulu
Hawaiian Islands
Iton
Aflail Temple
Hawaiian Fle Steamship Co
San Francisco
Im 1
Wall Street Convenes on Jim Hill Plan for Major Rail Alliance
The January 9 report notes Jim Hill and figures like Pierpont Morgan Dan Lamont Norman Ream and Robert Lincoln meeting to push a community of interests among the Great Northern Northern Pacific and St Paul roads with rumors of Burlington linkage.
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NDPW
York
Wall Street
Jim Hill
Pierpont Morgan
Dan Lamont
Norman Ream
Robert Lincoln
Great Northern
Northern Pacific
St. Payl
Burlington
Bryan to quit political races at Chicago banquet
William Jennings Bryan announced at the Chicago Bryan club banquet that he would no longer be a candidate in politics. He said he would focus on journalism for his future work and avoid embarrassment as a candidate while still discussing national politics. Separate report from West Point notes a congressional probe into Booz’s death with first class cadets questioned over hazing.
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Chicago
Chicago Bryan Club
William Jennings Ryan
Harrison
Lee
Milwaukee
Samuel Alachuler
Edward F. Dunne
Bryan
West Point
N. Y
Congressional Committee
Booz
Community push reaches goal for battleship fund drive
Citizens' committees report $7,080 raised yesterday, bringing total to $68,240 toward a $100,000 subscription for the battleship contract. Will H. Parry plans to review notes this afternoon, with Moran Bros Co endorsing only solid obligations to cover any losses.
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Beattle
Citizens’ Committees
Will HW. Parry
Moran Pires, Co
Moran Bros. Co
Varry
Iobert Moran
Viaghleeten
Long
Navy
Funeral of Armour laid to rest in Chicago
The body of P. D. Armour was buried at Graceland cemetery beside his son after private services at his residence. Prominent professionals attended the public services at the Armour mission, where the body lay in state from noon to 2 pm and floral tributes arrived from around the world. The ceremony ended with the casket placed in a sealed, stone walled grave.
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Chicago
P. D. Armour
Graceland Cemetery
Packer
Armour Mission
Ding
Departmenttsa
Supreme Court Arguments on United States Territorial Scope
Frederick Coudert argued in the Supreme Court that the term United States in geographic terms applies to any land under the flag. He said the term was extended with Louisiana and California and that there should be no distinction between these acquisitions and Porto Rico.
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Washington
Jen
Delia
Supreme Court
Frederick Coudert
United States
Louisiana
California
Porto Rico
Springfield convenes as Sherman elected speaker
The state legislature convened at noon and elected Sherman speaker. Members heard the governor's message and adjourned until tomorrow.
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Springfield
Sherman
Marine Shipping Updates From Pacific Ports
The steamer Mackinaw sailed for San Francisco yesterday. The British steamer Empress of Japan arrived at Victoria British Columbia yesterday. The Umatilla under Captain Cousins is involved in further movements along the coast.
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Victoria
B. C
Yeaterday
Walla Walla Ship Heads to San Francisco With Passengers and Beer
The Walla Walla left for San Francisco at 9 a m today carrying 67 first class passengers and 60 second class passengers. It also bears 100 tons of beer from Seattle Brewing and Malting Co bound for San Francisco. The Cortary leaves tomorrow west for Bitka. Up to noon today 20 first class and 26 second class passengers were recorded. Thomas Cook and Son opened a Seattle ticket office at 102 First Avenue under Surtees Hope and L. H. Jay. Delta Captain Call will substitute for the Mary F Perley once repairs are finished.
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Walla Walla
San Francisco
Thomas Cook
Hon
Piphant
Seattle
First Avenue
Surtees Hope
L. H. Jay
Carnegie's Iron King Seen After Year's Gap
A friend of Mr. Carnegie notes the iron king looks much older yet healthier with white hair pink cheeks and browning skin after more than a year apart.
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New York
Carnegie
Beattie Meeting Discusses County Court Trial Calendar
A petition calls a King County Association meeting in Beattie to review the trial calendar of the superior court and to consider relieving judges and attorneys. A bill to appoint a judge to the county bench is to be presented to the legislature, with strong candidates rumored as Jo Jacobs nears retirement.
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King County Association
Beattie
Superior Court
Iugente
Jo Jacobs
Pentecostal Meetings Led by Rev Sutton at Volunteers Hall
Reverend BE B Sutton of the Volunteers of America headlines a string of Pentecostal meetings at Volunteers Hall, 1154 Second Avenue South in Beattie. The schedule runs January 11 through January 17 with titles including The Waters of Life, Blood and Faith, The Holy Word, and History Re-tgelt.
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BE. B. Sutton
Volunterre of America
Volunteers Hall
Becond Avenue
Beattie He Topao
City Council Meeting Sets Republican Officers in Everett
In Everett the city council elected a full Republican slate after Democrats joined Republicans. Officers chosen include Marshal Timothy Colline and Police Inspector W. B. Jones among others, with appointments to sewer and bridge duties and street superintendent. Mayor C. Green delivered the annual address.
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Everett
Jan
C. Green
Timothy Colline
W. B E. Jones
Valentine Shreck
Templeton
Peterson
A. Douglas
Licemen — Miller
Cullen, Raymond
Hodgins and Williams
Indictments for Manslaughter in Bellevue Hospital Death
Three men J R Dean Eugene Davie and Clinton Marshall were indicted for manslaughter in connection with Louk Hillard s death at Bellevue hospital The inquiry showed Hubbard s rite was broken and the patient sustained injuries while under care A separate report confirmed brutal treatment of patients by nurses at the hospital and the charges were sustained
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NW York
Bellevue
Louk Hillard
Hubbard
Bellevue Hospital
J. R. Dean
Eugene Davie
Clinton Marehall
New York
Excelsior Sails for Conger River District Voyage
The Excelsior sails Thursday with about 100 passengers. 20 head to Nome via Katma overland route. Most Port Valdes travelers seek new Cheatoehens diggings. Cargo includes furs, provisions, and horses. sled travel over 300 miles through ice. Passenger movement from Port Valdes begins after February. R J McArthur plans Nome spring mercantile venture.
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Excelstor
Conger River District
Ashe
Nome
Katma
Port Valdes
Cheatoehens
Excelsior
Manly Pomera
Chestochena
Wild Man Exhibition and Palm Reader Deceptions
A storefront attraction near Marion Street advertises a dime museum with a wild man and trained animals. Patrons pay a two dollar fee to enter a curtained inner room where a palm reader allegedly predicts futures. The setup ends with embarrassed visitors realizing they gain little and face ridicule.
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Marion Street
Cascade Laundry
Edward Hros
All Booster
Paimset
Hospital for Seattle Citizens Advocated by James Hamil ton Lewis
James Hamil ton Lewis addresses the city council urging a city owned hospital with volunteer physicians and wards for the sick. He calls for a dedicated van or ambulance to transport the ill and separate wards to protect detainees, arguing Seattle lacks such public conveniences. He seeks permission to testify before any committee on the matter.
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James Hamilton Lewis
Lewis
Elee
United States
Seattle
Licenses To Wed For Teane Creel and Teure Lucken Couples
The following marriage licenses were issued today Teane Creel Cathewart age 24 of Cathcart Washington and Taura Jewett Lucken age 21 of Seattle to Thomas Jackson age 26 and Jeeste Jones age 20 both of pears Ja ee Caswell age 29 an ttle Johnson age 19 both of Castle Rooks.
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Teane Creel Cathewart
Cathcart
Wash
Taura Jewett Lucken
Seattle
Thomas Jackson
Jeeste Jones
Pears Ja Ee Caswell
Ttle Johnson
Castle Rooks
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Aliso
California Freshet
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Mystic Shriners
Mr. Bryan
Oater
Cyrus Walker
Constitution and Flag
Ilinois
Marine News
Mackinaw
Beattle Yeserday
Umatilla
Capt
Cousins
Tee
Delta
Call
Mary F. Perley
Mr. Carnegie
R. J. McArthur
Daweon
McArthur
Adams & Blanchard
Second Avenue, Hinckley Block
Stewart & Holmes Drug CO
Cherry
Jas. Ham
Ohio
Steel Range
Z. C. Miles & Piper CO
Yesler Way
Jecke
Brunner & CO
Pike Street
Dewar's
UTR
W. Clay Aversole
Optician
Migliavacca Wine CO
Main Stree
Renton Hill
Mary
Gwen
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