Old Ship of the Church Struggles With Social Evils
A First Presbyterian sermon by Dr. A. L. Hutchison laments social evils in Seattle and warns the church is drifting. He cites loosened tackle, neglect of cardinal truth, and rising cynicism as threats to the church’s authority and moral direction. He calls for renewed attention to sin atonement repentance and judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian
A. L. Hutchison
Seattle
Hell
Salt
Pein Likely Envoy Shuffle In China Talks
Pekin officials report joint notes signed by Hong Chang and Prince Ching set a framework for negotiations. Li Hongzhang’s influence may secure Sheng as a third envoy while opposition could delay talks. Permanent settlement terms to be negotiated in China despite calls to move the scene abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PEKIN
Hong Chang
Prince Ching
Ching
Kari Li
Is - Saas
Chang Chik
Sheng
Chang
China
Conger
Paior
Boston Bride for Lipton Rumor Sparks City Interest
The rumor in Boston claims Sir Thomas Lipton, the famous yachtsman, may marry a local widow, Mrs. Roland Adelbert Stuart, after returning from yacht races. She is described as connected to prominent local families, with relatives remaining in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Thoas. Lipton
Glish
Roland Adelbert Stuart
Thomas
Mra Stuart
Keith Wyman Hracke
Sermon on Carnegie Inspires Civic Imagery Amid Seattle Scene
Rev. J. P. D. Liwya spoke on "The Self-Revelation of a Great Soul" praising Andrew Carnegie's library. He described Seattle harbor entrances and mountain scenery, framing the city’s view as an epiphany of human spirit riches with churches, schools, and order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. D. Liwya
Andrew Carnegie
Seattle
Beattie
Cascades
Vonees
Rainier
Baker
Reverence for Learning Power and Modern Christian Vision
The speaker extols learning as power and links commerce, ships, and industry to broader national progress. A noble prince funds a capstone project to elevate art and literature within the nation. The passage argues Christ’s work reveals inner wealth and calls for re conceiving the great Master to meet modern needs.
Pentecostal Meetings Hosted by Rev Sutton at Volunteers Hall
Rev BE BR Sutton of the Volunteers of America leads a series of Pentecostal meetings at Volunteers' hall on South Second Street. Each evening features a different topic including Blood and Fire Sour Grapes Pontius Pilate's Important Question The Holy Word History Repeating Itself and sessions on Overcoming and Sword of the Spirit with daytime and evening programs in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. BR. Sutton
The
Volunteers of America
Pet
Temperance
Volunteers
South Second Street
Pontius Pilate
Will Resign February Prof W F Babcock Seattle Public Schools
Prof W F Babcock assistant superintendent of Seattle public schools will resign February 1. He handed his resignation to the board of education and will enter a mercantile business. The next assistant superintendent is not yet known though a principal may fill the post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Babcock
Seattle Public Schools
Board of Education
Babcock
Alse
Seattle
Port Townsend
Ohio
Miner School
Mrs Taylor Injured in Runaway Horse Incident
Mrs. H V Taylor was thrown from a carriage drawn by a runaway horse Saturday evening and sustained injuries to her head and back on a street near Madison Street.
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H. V. Taylor
Madison Street
Delicatessen Promotes Fresh Cooked Meats on Second Avenue
A local delicatessen on Second Avenue touts fresh cooked meats ready to order. The outlet emphasizes proper cooking and slicing to ensure quality for customers.
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Conners Delicatensen
Second Avenue
Testing the Elixir of Life in New York Experiments Begin
An investigative effort by an assistant physician tests the efficacy of glycerophosphate of sodium in an elixir of life. Ex mayor Hewitt reportedly benefited from a sodium serum for three years, with many volunteers willing to participate under a competent doctor.
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New York
Jan. A
Hewitt
Paris
Robin
American Academy of Medicine
Loeb
Chicago
Mortality Notices From Local Funeral Homes
Funeral services were held for Geo W Bruce from Bonney and Stewart's at 1 o'clock. Frances C Rockwell's funeral occurred at their residence at 1 o'clock. Howard L Guffyood 41 died last night on Main Street. O N McCain's funeral was at Butterworth's chapel this afternoon. G W Crawford died aged 6.
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Kona
Sarah A. Picart
Providence Hospital
Dropey
Butterworth & Sone
Kansas City
Kan
Hoy le Tatro
Sacred Heart Church
Mamie Mughen
J. W. Mu
Geo. W. Bruce
Bonney & Stewart
Frances C Rockwell
Howard
G. L. Guffyood
Not a Christian Lecture by Dr York at Maronto Temple
Dr J L York spoke to a large audience at Maronto Temple on Some Reasons Why I am Not a Christian. He argued unbelief arises from conditions and education, not simple choice, and that it is a firm conviction reached by logical analysis of facts.
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J. L. York
Maronto Temple
Filipinos Dread Exile Ordered by MacArthur
Manila reports General MacArthur ordered 24 Filipino leaders deported to Guam. Citizens widely endorse the move while rebels’ families fear harsher outcomes. Sympathizers expect a coming climax and many may seek alliance with American lines to take oaths of allegiance.
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Manila
MacArthur
Guam
Bank Defaulter Frank Hroewn Sighted in Guayaquil
Federal authorities report that Frank Hroewn the Serene Ky bank defaulter was last week seen at Guayaquil on the northwest coast of South America.
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Cincinatti
Feder
Frank Hroewn
Guayaquil
Era
Sout America
Tenderloin Raid Nets Thirty Vagrancy Arrests
Late night roundup in the tenderloin district led by Sergt. Ward and patrolmen Holland McClurg Mayon Hubbard and Freeman resulting in thirty arrests on vagrancy charges. Diamond Ice is the best with Tel Main 1099.
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Sergt
Ward
Holland, McClurg
Mayon
Hubbard
Freeman
Tenderloin
Tel
Inauguration Banquet Plans for President MacKinsey
Washington January 14 In connection with President MacKinsey’s inauguration a banquet is planned in a temporary dining room at the pension office. The room measures 185 by 66 feet and will seat 4000 guests at $1 per plate. A buffet luncheon with elaborate service is planned. The dining room will have two long tables and dual entrances to ease crowds. A bandstand for 196 musicians will occupy the ballroom and a presidential balcony will be built with about 15000 spent on decorations including significant lighting.
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Washington
TDC
MacKinsey
Pension Oree
Pension Office
Rhode Island Adopts One Capital Providence Remains Sole Seat
The state’s constitutional amendment ends dual capitals and dissolves the Newport legislative building. Providence becomes the only capital as the old Newport edifice retires from legislative use.
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Tihode Island
Providence
Newport
Out of Sight Store Sundries Hidden from View
A store notes many sundries are kept out of sight due to space limits while promising a full drug line at right prices. Items shown include crutches, abdominal supporters, obesity belts, elastic stockings, sanitary napkins, rain and bulb wicks, and rubber article brands with various price ranges.
Remains of a Newport Landmark Passed to Silent History
The article recalls a historic Newport building once part of New England’s early days. It notes that Newport rivaled New York in prominence and that the structure’s grand tale survives only in local stories and a few surviving records.
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Rhode Island
Providence Plantations
New England
Newport
America
New York
Burglary at 420 Thirtieth Avenue Reported
Police notes say F Browning residence at 420 Thirtieth Avenue was burgled last night. Items missing include a gold watch opera glasses and a gold ring. Henry Porterfield found bound over to the superior court on grand larceny charges. A separate alleged theft involved $105 from J Donnelly at the Senate saloon. Ward's circulating library at 1210 24
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F. Browning
Thirtieth Avenue
Henry Porterfield
Superior Court
Cann
J. Donnelly
Senate
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Old Nick
Dr. Hutchison
Lipton
Carnegie
Pentacostal
Qeattle Theatre “Wife
J. P. Howe
Marie Corelly
Wm. A. Brady
Sha
London
England
DR. York
Baillargeon
Raymond & Hoyt
Second Ave
Chevalier
24 Ave
Columbia
Occidental Ave
Yester
Second Avenue, Hinckley Block
Sherman, Clay & CO
Ione
Bob Second Ave
Rand Opera
Tne Colored Aristocracy Co
Edison Moving Pictures
Piateo
Imp
Infernal Palace
New York Police
Geatile Theater
Maneger
Maia
Belle
Third Avenue Theater
Underskirts
Elderdown
Gar
Serends
Albert Slansen
Second Avenue Car Room
Burke Ridg
Goldman
Madagascar
M. A. Goldman
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