Canal project dominates Seattle hearings on Lake Washington link
In Washington the House committee on rivers and canals reviewed a proposed ship canal to connect Seattle with Lake Washington. Debate touched on a broader plan tied to the Columbia River and The Dalles with an estimated $5,000,000 price tag. A separate measure sought direct election of U S senators and Cuba reciprocal trade. Postmasters were appointed for Weld City Oregon, Neenah Wisconsin, and Burg, with details noted.
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N. D.C
House
Lake Washington
Turner
Foster
Jones and Cushman
Columbia River
Dalles
United States
Houge
Cuba
Tammany Leader Defines Honest Aim for Purity Movement
Jan 13 report notes Lewis Nixon as a key ally in New York reform efforts. He pledges honesty as the guiding policy, aiming to advance the organization through traditional hard fought battles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tammany the Future
New York
Alto
Lewis Nixon
Deak
Finance Committee
Mr. Hixon
Turomany
Pest
York
Tammany
Court session discusses Duke of Serakh and Portia Knight
An agreement between the Duke of Serakh and Portia Knight is being debated in court. The case concerns terms related to a partnership or entailed obligations and outlines potential costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Knight
Pataigh
Duke of
Serakh
Portia Knight
Henry Aide Sparks Newspaper Movement In Charleston Plan
Henry with Alexander McHae organized efforts to establish a newspaper with the first contribution noted. The plan, long discussed, seeks a second similar movement at a Charleston meeting, aiming to advance the project and recruit support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
Henry
Alexander Mchae
Charleston
Crane in Massachusetts Talks with President Rumored Success
Fragmentary OCR notes report Mr Crane of Massachusetts meeting the President this morning. Later reference to J Long, with speculation that Long may be succeeded, but no official announcements or interviews are documented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crane
Massachusetts
J Long
Railway construction train collision injures eight at Smashita
A construction train collision on a railway near Smashita Kansas injures eight workers. Officials blame orders and maverick conductors for the wreck. Injured include laborers from Galva and nearby communities. Rescue teams and authorities coordinate response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hita
Kan
Pasif
O. T
KH. Baer
Galvo
Thorne
Funai
Fire damages Americgr Malting Co plant worth $200000
A fire in January at the Americgr Malting Co plant in Chicago caused about $200000 in damage. The blaze started in a single room and spread to others before an alarm was raised, with firemen arriving after the build up of flames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pmicago
Americgr, Malting Co
FOGGIEST OF FOGS HITS SEATTLE IN YEARS
The city endured an exceptionally dense fog last Saturday, halting shipping and delaying travel. One accident was reported as the steamer Athlon struck rocks at Port Orford, while residents observed the fog lifting soon afterwards.
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London
The
Seattle
Athlon
Port
Ne Dil
Court adjourns for marriage between Norman Moore and Fannie Withers
Judge Tallman suspended court briefly to solemnize a marriage between Norman Moore and Fannie Withers in the forenoon. The couple were both 23, though the certificate records them as a year younger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallman
Norman Moore
Fannie Withers
Robert Duncan arrives Port Angeles after hazardous voyage
The British bark Robert Duncan, long overdue, was towed to Port Angeles and will be overhauled at Quartermaster harbor. It sailed 100 days from Wei Hai Wei facing a 48 hour typhoon off Japan, ballast shifts, flooded cabins, and a near-shipwreck. Crew feared landfall but reached safety with no lives lost. Reinsurance peaked at 75 percent.
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Robert Duncan
Port Angeles
Star
Quartermaster Harbor
Wei Hai Wei
McLean
Japan
Cam
Green Arrested on Bench Warrant After Robbery Attempt
George Green, linked to a failed robbery against Eva Black of Blackchapel, was arrested by Officer Tom Hevan on a bench warrant after missing his trial for simple assault and battery. Bail set at $20. Green fled before Judge Cann and a new warrant was issued. Bevan had pursued him for days.
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George Green
Eva Black
Blackchapel
Tom Hevan
Green
Gunn
Cann
Bevan
Arrest of Albert Whell on disturbance charge
Albert Whell a Black cook was arrested early today by Officer McClurg for disorderly conduct while attempting to clean a Japanese lodging house. The incident occurred at the lodging house and led to his custody by police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Whell
McClurg
Whell
Fire destroys Syracuse business section. man killed
A blaze in Syracuse's business district caused 106000 dollars in damage. Albert Spoule, a prominent citizen, was killed by falling waste as firefighters and police responded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
N. Y
Albert Spoule
US Collier Sails Toward Culebra as Canal Plans Grow
The collier Leonidas left Norfolk with a heavy marine guard and field pieces, signaling a possible seizure of Culebra to secure a coaling station for eventual access to the Nicaragua canal. Officials see a strategic naval position regardless of Danish West Indies use, with the North Atlantic squadron patrolling offshore in preparation for a thoroughly equipped station.
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Washington, D.C
United States
Leonidas
Norfolk
Danish West Indies
St. Oman
Isthmian Canal
Culebra Island
Sua
Porto Rico
West Indies
North Atlantic Squadron
Ekpe Tee
Gov Nash Sworn In At Ohio Inauguration Crowds Rally
Thousands of Republicans filled Columbus for the second Nash inauguration the largest crowd yet. The ceremony followed a formal program with judges state officers and Nash staff. He laid flowers at his wife and daughter's graves before the oath and delivered an enthusiastic inaugural address.
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Columbus
Ohio
Gov
Nash
Caves
Cates
Senate
House
Supreme Court
Oraree
Gov. Nash
Supreme Court to Hear Minnesota v Northern Securities Case
The U S Supreme Court announced it will hear Minnesota and the Northern Securities Company on January 27 regarding leave to file a tariff bill of complaint. Attorney Douglas for Minnesota will present papers before the court, with Northern Securities ready to respond. The merger dispute may move forward quickly depending on the court’s stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Jan. IL
United States Supreme Court Today
State of Minesota
Northern Securities Company
Comant
Douglas
Minnesota
Supreme Court
A M Wolf Dies in Olympia Bank Casualty
Olympia Jan 12 A M Wolf cashier of Olympia Browins Company died at noon today after being popular in the city"}
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Olympia
Riot in Puebla Bull Ring Sparks Massive Fire
Infuriated crowds in Mexico city and Puebla attacked bull rings after a Sunday fiesta. Managers used balky bulls provoking a heroic charge, then rioters entered the arena, set fires, and burned the structure to the ground amid protests over the sport’s decline.
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City OF
Mexico
Puebla
Banderiton
Gene
Physician Dr B Rowwell Hubbard Opens Practice
Dr B Rowwell Hubbard has offices in rooms 215 217 on the Washington floor. He has practiced in Seattle for over a year, but until recently his compliance with the law was not known.
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B. Rowwell Hubbard
Washington
Seattle
New California Redwood Pipe Plant Planned for Seattle
The California Redwood Pipe Company announces a Seattle manufactory to open within weeks. W. J. Woodward, VP, says redwood water pipe tests prove durability and equality to cast iron at one third to one half the price, with mills already thriving in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
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Seattle
California Redwood Pipe Company
Campers
San Francisco
Los Angeles
W. J. Woodward
Butler
Woodward
United States
Indian stabbed to death after drunken altercation near Chambers Prairie
George Williams, described as a bad Indian, was stabbed multiple times by Charles Tom following a quarrel in Olympia county. The two, intoxicated, were later found by Tom’s wife beside the body and slept until daylight. Sheriff's deputies captured them at Nesqually reservation as coroner’s inquest began. Also notes Mayor W H Davey of Butte Mont seeking to establish a free employment office and requesting data from Mayor Humes.
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Olympia
George Williams
Charles Tom
Manier Place
Chambers Prairie
Willams
Tom
Williams
Nesqually Reservation
Milian
W. H. Davey
Butte, Mont
Humes
Butte
Seattle
Two Wrecks Kill Dozens Near Mexico City Yesterday
Two serious railway wrecks occurred yesterday in Mexico. One on the Mexican Central near Grand Canal and another on the National railway near Rincon. Reports say many killed with life lost estimated from 20 to 40.
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City OF Mexico
Mexican Central
Grand Canal
National Railway
Rincon
Seattle Couples Tie in City Marriage Licenses
The county clerk lists several marriage licenses issued to Seattle residents. Fred B Swanstrom and Mary W Semple, both of Seattle. Milton Thrust and Angie Bogan, both of Seattle. Homer W T Prichett and Maud Dilley, both of Seattle. S E B Jackson and Marie French, both of Kent. Norman Moore and Wan ie Withers, both of Seattle. John Clements Jr and Jennie Horner, both of Berman Jefferson county.
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Wcenses
Fred. BH. Swanstrom
Mary Wf. Semple
Seattle
Milton Thrust
Angie Bogan
Homer WT
Prichett
Maud Dilley
S. EB. Jackson
Marie French
Kent
Norman Moore
Wannie Withers
John Clements, Jr
Jennie Horner
Berman
Jefferson Coun
Brigand Luke Babeanu Captured Near Bucharreit
Bulgarian police arrest Luke Babeanu the famed brigand suspected of abducting Miss Stone. He denies involvement but evidence links him to the crime. Babeanu, a veteran outlaw of 90 years with hundreds of murders and thousands of robberies, is described as Europe’s most noted criminal and faces swift punishment.
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Bucharreat
Bulgaria
Luke Babeanu
Miss Stone
Nap Ape
Babeanu
Europe
Habeanu
French Dies the Dulles
Daniel Prench prominent local figure in the capital area died at his home after a short illness. He contributed greatly to the upbuilding of this section of the state and played a long prominent role in local affairs.
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Dulles
Daniel Prench
Two Men Appeared in Police Court on Theft Charges
Wilson and Cash Brown faced the police court this morning charged with numerous small thefts across the city. Each man was fined £100 and sentenced to days in the chain gang and workhouse on Atlantic Street. Officers Harvard and Harkiman found the stolen goods linked to Harry Ludington.
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Wilson
Cash Brown
Essumes
Atlantic House
Maton Street
Harvard
Harkiman
Harry Ludington
Fifty Hobos Roundup In City Jail This Morning
Police officers Ryan McClurg and Freeman conducted another roundup of hobos in the river town district. About thirty five men were taken from saloons and alleys and held in the city jail. Only 1.40 dollars was found. The sweep targets idle men who live on charity, with saloonkeepers opposing them and police promising strict action including chain gang labor or expulsion.
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Ryan, McClurg
Freeman
Round the World in Eighty Days Glenervan Arrives at Tacoma
The three masted British ship Glenervan arrived at Tacoma from Cape Town after an 80 day voyage to Cape Flattery and 85 days to Port Townsend. Best day’s sailing reached 202 miles. A Belfast carrier pigeon joined the crew briefly at Cape Town before the voyage.
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Glenervan
Tacoma
Cape Town
South Africa
Cape Flattery
Port Townsend
Cardiff
North of Ireland Flying Club
Belfeat
Glenelven
Beggar William Patterson Sentenced to 15 Days on Chain Gang
William Patterson, described as a beggar, abused people who refused to give money and was today sentenced to 15 days on the chain gang.
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William Patterson
Thefts Hit City After Saturday Night Spree
A string of petty thefts reported since Saturday night targets include a Bowers hotel room, a 691 Thirtieth Avenue resident, and 1618 Fourth Avenue. stolen items include an overcoat, grip, watch chain, razor, sealekin cape, gold spectacles, flute, gold watch and chain, and an extension telephone. Police report multiple suspects, with one thief linked to the cape theft and a break in at a stable door and wiring.
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Charles Boderstron
Bowers Hotel
Smallboya
John Linsey
Thirtieth Avenue
Mary J. Linn
1618 Fourth Avenue
Mayou
Charles Johnsen
1618
Fourth Avenue
Piagrreey
State files two informations in medical board fraud case
Fulton state superior court information allege conspiracy by Dr. James J. Stewart O V Lawson and James Plaine to defraud the state medical board and public. Plaine accused of taking money claiming an ex member could obtain exam questions from Wilson. Witness lists include Dr. Coe Hraid Turney Church Tucker and Picard Lawrence.
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Fulton
Medical Banco Combine
James J. Stewart
O. V. Lawson
State Medical Board
James O. Plaine
Wred Braid
Falsel
John Wwilson
State Medical Examining Board
Wilson
Tacoma
F. Wi. Coe
Fred Hraid
J.F. Turney
T. J. Church
J.D. Tucker
F. H. Coe
Fred Picard
C. V. Lawcen
J. D. Tucker
Frank Paul poised as rival in mayor race
The withdrawal of Mayor Hume remains unconfirmed while Frank Paul gains a strong bid from an anti-Hume Republican faction. George Gilson and others may pivot to support Paul if needed. The Republican city central committee set February 17 caucus and February 19 primaries with a convention likely the next day.
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Frank Paul
Gentionan
Frank-Wilson
Republican Party
Hume
Paul
Paul Mackees
Humes
Ben
Gro. Gilson
Wilsen
George Gilson
Gilsen
Wen
John Riplinger
Harvey Carroll
Berm Rathbun
WI Caveens
Republican City Central Committee
Frank P. Lewis
F.C. Hughes
P. DD. Hughes
Civil Service
University Assembly Highlights Calendar Debate and Dramatic Club Plans
A university assembly featured Prof. Arthur Ranura on The Calendar criticizing time reckoning methods. Rev. Mr. Olinger entertained students with Virginia mountain life and returned for benediction. The Dramatic Club announced The Knight of the Burning Pestle, with Yale prior success, and listed cast members. The second indoor athletic meet is set for next Friday at the armory with an anticipated exciting events list amid class rivalry.
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Arthur Ranura
Olinger
Tacoma
Virginia
Patrick Henry
Wendell Siminds
University Dramatic Club
Priest
Pedelford
Yale University
Clyde Hadley
Laurie
Ann Dodson
M. C. Davitt
Jasper
John Storey
Michael
Roland Oliver
Humphrey
Alfred R. Gilee
Venturewell
Fred Ceia
Thm
Ralph
W. T. Burwell
Helen Etzel
Luce
Jessie Ludden
Pomponia
Nellie McBride
Armory
Expressman Seized Trunk Missing Delivery Report
Chris Vegee told police an expressman took his trunk and failed to deliver it to 210 Main Street last Friday. The item was not received and authorities investigate the suspected theft.
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Chris Vegee
Main Street
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Committee On Rivers and Harbors
Columbia
Sematers Uu Ieea Te. Dubets
Idaho
David Moomaw
Er City
Ore
M. T. Hartlesohn
Oliver Hinman
Burg
Mshaven
Germany
Prince Henry
Ward
America
Judge Tallman
Gov.nash
A. M. Wolf
California
Davey
Labor
Grout
WED
French
Glenevan
Flattery
Drs. J. G. Stewart
C. V. Lawson
James F. Braid
Adams & Blanchard
Second
Hinckley
Toggery
fSc
Ceseeess Bmc
Adams& Blanchard
Second Ave
Hinckley Block
Z.C. Miles & & Piper
I” Acconthane
Bale
Jas. F. White & Co
OUR
Edward Ridley's &Sons
Third Ave
Corner Union Telephone Main
Northrup
First Ave
Chas. G. Holcomb
Burke Eee Gov
Columbia Street
LION
South Col. Main
Wertingmen's Headquarters
Gunther
Main
BE. Co
Pike St
Second Ava
Westberg
Childs
Second Avenue
Snyder
Buchfleher
Yesler Way
Bsanney & Stewart
Third Avenue
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