Panama Ditch Risks Report Favored by Isthmian Commission
The Isthmian Commission is expected to report in favor of the Panama route as the Panama Canal Company proposal to set out for 40 000 dollars is reviewed. Montague Lessier is sworn in as New York Republican representative. The Senate passes a Portland public ding bill.
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Tethmian Canal Commission
Panama Canal Company
United States
Panama
Frenrch Company
Montague Lessier
New York
Perry Belmont
House
Senate
McKinley
Secretary of the Treasury
Alonso Crusen
Nebraska
Puerto Rico
Portland
Ore
Sheriff’s Men Halt Mob at Flemingsburg Jail
A mob attempted to stone a jail in Fleming County to free a prisoner but was repelled by Sheriff and armed deputies. The sheriff warned the crowd they would fight to the death as militia and a battery were ordered to the scene. Blank volleys were fired and the crowd withdrew, sending a message to the governor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flemingsburg
Uty
Lawsuits Filed Against Doctors Over Practice
Fragmentary record shows legal actions against several doctors by a medical society, described as a crusade against a practice. Details are unreadable, but the theme centers on professional scrutiny and collective action by a medical group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edical Society
Prince Henry to visit United States says cable
Washington reports the German embassy received a cablegram notifying Prince Henry’s visit. The prince is to depart aboard the yacht Hohenzollern from New York and pass Sandy Hook likely by the ship San Francisco under Admiral Evans. Roosevelt and his cabinet are expected to attend a grand banquet in his honor.
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Washington, D.C
Germany
Prince Henry
Pring Whithelm
Aterco
New York
Hear Ad- D. Evans
Kix
Prince Viet
United States
Hohenzollern
Roosevelt
Still Alive Letter Reaches Central Railway Inquiries
A fragmentary report states a letter arrived at Central Railway regarding the fate of a man named Fitzgerald Pikes and others. It mentions a drowning incident connected to Heath and Camp lot, with unclear details and several garbled names.
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B.C
Man- Central Railway
Wrantel
Zomans Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald
Heath
Camplot
Grave fears for Queen Marie as consultation held
Partial OCR text reports grave fears for Queen Marie amid a morning consultation in Was called this morning. The public was informed of concerns over her heart condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maris
Actress breach suit against Manchester moves to trial
A breach of suit against the Manchester by the actress proceeds to trial after earlier dismissal. Money promised has not been received and six payments are due before tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toxo
Manchester
Miss Money
Petition Seeks Street Railway Route Through Green Lake Park
A 400 signature petition from Green Lake residents and property owners will be presented to the city council committee tonight. It asks Seattle Electric Co to gain rights to build and operate a street railway through W Park, enabling a bypass along the line with the system. The petitioners signing party includes R Weedin, EB Wood, D Kaufman and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green Lake
Seattle Eiectric Co
W. Park
Tte Eystem
Enman
Robert Weedin
EB. Wood
D. Kaufman
Salvage Award Case Heads to Supreme Court
May Contest Tacoma reports owners of the Plotibek plan to appeal a salvage award decision. They contend the vessel could have saved herself and the $25,000 awarded to the fore owner, awaiting a ruling by Judge Ford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
Plotibek
Judgeford
Supreme Court
Veese
Uwnjast
Premium Manufacturing shirt and overall factory fire
A shirt and overall factory in St. Louis owned by Premium Manufacturing burned this morning causing a loss of 106000 dollars. No lives were lost as all occupants escaped in time.
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ST. Louis
Premium Manufacturing Company
Trustees Postpone Meeting for January Review
The trustees of the institution postponed the employes election and a special meeting was set for January. The board conducted a general review of the year’s work as part of the finance committee report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ures Men's Christian
Marconi Sails for Europe to perfect wireless telegraphy
Inventor Guglielmo Marconi sailed from New York for Europe to complete details for further wireless telegraph experiments. He expects to return to the United States early in the summer.
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New York
Marconi
Eur
United States
Juror Seized By Epileptic Attack Delays Seattle Case
In Judge Preacher's department Metcalf versus Seattle Electric Co. juror George Costen suffered an epileptic fit this morning. No doctor was available but lawyers and court staff restored him. He improved quickly and the hearing is to resume this afternoon.
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Metcalf
Seattle Electric Comny
Preacher
Superior Court
George Costen
Costen
Cottage City Arrives After Alaska Passage Delayed by Storm
The overdue steamer Cottage City, Captain Wallace, from Sitka and Juneau, reached her dock at 1 PM after stormy weather. She paused at Wrangell and Union Bay, carried 48 passengers including Indies, and plans to sail to Alaska again at 9 AM tomorrow. Cargo was mainly halibut. Occasional rain and brisk southeast winds forecast for Seattle tonight and Thursday.
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Cottage City
Wallace
Pacific Coast Line
Sitka
Juneau
Wrangel
Wrangell Narrows
Union Bay
J. Oldham
Elihu Thomson
Alaska
American sailors amid clashes with Russian troops at Newohwang
Pekin January 15 United States consul Henry B Miller cabled Washington that Russian authorities are arresting American officers and sailors without cause He reported the matter to Minister Conger who is on the ground investigating Cer wired Washington to confirm clashes last week between Russian soldiers and American sailors from the gunboat Vicksburg and these events likely relate to the arrests
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Pekin
Henry B. Miller
United States
Newohwang
Department of State
Washington
Conger
Cer
Vicksburg
Explosion Blasts Magazine Near Marion Indiana
A massive nitro glycerine magazine exploded two miles from Marion Indiana early today. A 3000 quart contents blast shattered nearby caves and razed unoccupied buildings within a mile. The shock rocked the northeast region and windows in Marion were blown apart. Authorities described the event as one of the era’s most terrific explosions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Ind
Washington Red Cedar Shingle Manufacturers Meet in City
This afternoon the Washington Red Cedar Shingle Manufacturers association holds its meeting to elect officers and hear committee reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Red Cedar Shingle Manufacturers
Morning Blaze Destroys Tailor Shop on First Avenue
A fire at Dernard Wire's ladies tailoring shop at 1122 First Avenue began at 9:49 this morning. About $990 of stock was damaged after quick alarm by Rox ti firefighters, who drenched the store with water and used a chemical stream to extinguish flames. A box of scrap near the stove appears to have started the blaze. the property is fully insured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dernard Wire
First Avenue
Rox Ti
Patrick Trial Opens in New York Conspiracy Case
Albert T. Patrick faced trial on charges of conspiring to commit murder and masterminding the poisoning of Monatre William March Rice through his valet C. F. Jones. Prosecutors allege he forged a will to claim the victim’s property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Albert T. Patrick
Andias
C. F P. Jones
Mii- Monatre
First Nome mail reaches Beattie via Elihu Thompson
The first mail to reach Beattie since navigation closed is expected today on the steamship Elihu Thompson. It travels via Il Mam na and the Transalaskan stage from St. Michael and is anticipated to be a very large shipment after a long blockade on the trail.
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Beattie
Elihu Thompson
IlMamna
St. Michael
Overdue Pollard steamer Elihu Thomson reported missing
No word has been received from the overdue Pollard steamer Elihu Thomson from Valdes. Cottage officers saw nothing of her when she arrived today. The steamer had not been sighted at Port Townsend. Weather off the Alaska coast was stormy, and the vessel may be sheltering somewhere. L. M. Gray, the company agent, suggests Valdes as the likely holdover waiting for irregular Nome and Yukon mails.
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Elihu Thomson
Vardes
Port Townsend
Alaskan
Thormeon
L. M. Gray
Valdes
Nome
Yukon
Ex-Governor Semples Daughter Weds Frederick Swanstrom
Miss Mary Ethel Semple and Mr. Frederick E. Swanstrom quietly married last night at ex Governor Eugene Semple's home on Harrison Street Broadway. The ceremony was at 7 30 pm by Rev Llwyd with 26 guests. The bride wore white crepe with duchess lace and carried white roses. Best man was Lieut F W Hibbs. The couple left for Victoria at 9 30 pm.
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Mary Ethel Semple
Frederick E. Swanstrom
Eugene Semple
Harrison Street
Broadway
Rev
Llwyd
Zoe Bemple
F. W. Hibbs
Victoria
Knights of Pythias Installations and Bremerton Lodge
K P High Jinks Union City Harmony and Seattle lodges joined in installing new officers at the Pythian hall. A new lodge will be established at Bremerton tonight as nearly 100 Knights depart at 6 20 aboard the tug Albion to participate, with several grand lodge officers aboard. The funeral of Mashunaga was held from Bonney Stewart's chapel at 2 o'clock this afternoon.
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Ueen City
Harmony Lodge
Seattle
Knights of Pythias
Pythian Hall
Bremerton
Albion
Premerton
Mashunaga
Bonney & Stewart's
Tragic Pittsburgh Family Murder Suicide Scene
Neighbors found Mrs Vencelsick and three children fatally or gravely wounded in Pittsburg home this morning. Husband Vincent Vencelsick died after a stabbing and struggle, while his wife likely killed, then attacked the children before collapsing. All victims remain unconscious or near death as investigators review the quarrel linked to months of disputes.
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Pittsburg
Vincent Vencelsick
Vancelsick
Vanceision
Wincelstck
Choate Returns to York Court Duty After Leave
Choate, who had been in the country on leave of absence, failed today to resume duties at the Court of St. Jamen, marking an unexpected halt in his return. The event occurred in York on January 16 as Ambanea context noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
Ambanea- Choate
St. Jamen
Rights of Children Lecture Sparks Community Debate
Superintendent Frank B. Cooper addressed a large audience at First Methodist Episcopal Church on children rights, growth, and guardianship. He argued for balanced freedom and protection from harmful influences, noting parental demands for cleanliness often overlook character. Grace McCall opened with two piano selections as the Seattle Humane Society hosted the fifth lecture and drew strong interest in Cooper's public speaking reputation.
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Frank B. Cooper
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Seattle Humane Society
Cooper
Grace McCall
Young People's Society to Hold Annual Convention in Tacoma
Tacoma is chosen for the Young People's Society of the United Presbyterian Church annual convention next July. Some five thousand delegates are expected, mainly from the East. Chattanooga banker notes the Metropolitan Bank remains closed and insolvent since November. The Vanderbilt family will not liquidate noted debts or renovate the bank status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
Young People’s Society of the United Presbyterian Church
Contagious Diseases Report From Health Authorities
Health officials release a brief on contagious disease concerns noting localized cases and surveillance efforts. Authorities urge vigilance and adherence to public health guidance amid reported clusters in specific venues.
YMCA Social Promised With Music By Helen Sacha
The YMCA monthly social, under the Christian Endeavor of the First Christian church, offers an extensive program featuring piano solos by Miss Helen Sacha. Refreshments will be served by the young people as members and friends attend for an enjoyable evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Endeavor Society
First Christian Endeavor Society
First Christian Church
Anh
Mies Helen Sacha
Labor Congress in Session at Tacoma
The State Labor congress met at Red Men’s hall Tacoma with about 160 delegates from Seattle Tacoma Spokane Whatcom and Everett. State Labor Commissioner Hinckman opened the session urging focus on key labor measures and support for pro labor candidates. Committees were formed and a ratification meeting announced for Germania hall at 8 p m with speakers from San Francisco and local delegates discussing federation mergers and legislative work.
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Tacoma
State Labor Congress
Red Men's Hall
C Street
Seattle
Spokane
Whatcom
Everett
Hinckman
Minckman
Blackman
Olympia
Montteady
United Labor
Labor Congress
J. A. Menzies
Copeland
W. A. Hane
Beattie
Germania Hall
John Weaver
P. BD. Gill
Jed P. Listman
J. P
J. B. Wells
Arma
Ed Rosenberg
San Francisco Labor Counci
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
California
H. D. Merritt
Kane
W. D. McNichola
Thomas
Chief engineer saved from drowning at dock in improvised rescue
Charlie Hangreen, chief engineer of the Clara Nelson, was rescued from icy water at Ainsworth & Dunn dock after a fall from the boat. Patrolman Stepier sent him to police headquarters, then Providence hospital where doctors say he will recover. Hangreen had been drinking ashore and misjudged a step aboard.
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Charlie Hangreen
Clara Nelson
Ainsworth & Dunn's Dock
Wes F
Stepier
Drr
Ladsow
Providence Hospital
Hangreen
Poltes Station
Dr James G Stewart Arraigned On Medical Board Conspiracy
Dr James G Stewart appeared before Judge Griffin and was arraigned on two charges tied to a conspiracy against the state board of medical examiners. He posted $1000 bail for the charge of obtaining money under false pretenses and $500 bail for a conspiracy charge with O W Lawson, with pleading due by Monday January 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James G. Stewart
Griffin
State Board of Medical Examiners
Stewart
O. W. Lawson
Kilbourne alias Kelly arraigned on jewelry store robbery
H Kilbourne alias Kelly was arraigned before Judge Griffin in the morning on charges of robbing Joe Mayer and Co jewelry store. He was given until tomorrow to plead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Kilbourne
Kelly
Joe Mayer and Co
Griffin
Ladies of the G A R Plan Initiation Meeting
The Ladies of the G A R will meet tomorrow at 2 20 p m in G A R hall Collins block to initiate a circle. Deputy President Mrs Clary of Whatcom, Past Deputy Presidents Mrs Ames and Mrs Hroytes of Whatcom will assist. Refreshments served after the ceremony.
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G. A. R. Hall
Collins Block
Mre. Clary
Whatcom
Mre. Ames
Mre. Hroytes
Whatcom Wll
Arrest of the Conspirators in Medical Board Scandal
Warrants issued for Dr. James G. Stewart on charges of taking money under false pretenses and conspiracy. V. Lawson charged with conspiracy. Dr Lawson appeared before Judge Griffin and posted $400 bail. Dr Stewart to bail today. Roswell Hubbard arraigned for practicing without a license and to be tried soon.
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State Medical Examining Board
James G. Stewart
Meier
V. Lawson
Dr. Lawson
Griffin
Dr. Stewart
Roswell Hubbard
Dr. Hubbard
Helping Hand Spurs Aid for Desolate Mothers in Seattle
The Star highlighted the plight of Mrs. A Morris a 19 year old mother and her two babies left penniless on Seattle streets. Police say local society neglects them while county residents provide limited care Detective Frank Kennedy organized help. Hawley sent $20 for Mrs Morris to reunite with Roslyn friends and Simon Justham contributed funds for her needs.
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Yesterday
Star
A. Morris
Penn
Roslyn
Soldier Hugh H. Humphries Charged in Fort Lawton Case
A warrant issued from Justice Cann's court charges Hugh H. Humphries a Fort Lawton soldier with criminal intimacy with 17 year old Hattie Lamphere. He is alleged to have taken advantage of her youth and innocence and remains at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Cann's Court
Hugh H. Humphries
Fort Lawton
Hattie Lamphere
Water shut off in Yealer Way districts tomorrow morning
The water department issued a notice announcing a temporary shut off from 8 to 12 tomorrow. Areas affected include Yealer Way from 18th Avenue to Lake Washington and 80th Avenue on Yealer Way to the southern city limit.
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Water Department
Yealer Way
18Th Avenue
Lake Washington
80Th Avenue
Organised Charities of Seattle Lecture Opens Series
The first of a lecture course on economic questions under the ladies auxiliary of the First Unitarian church will be held tomorrow evening at Beventh near Pike street. Clarence Thwing will discuss The Organised Charities of Seattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beattle
Ladies’ Auxiliary
First Unitarian Church
Beventh
Pike Street
Organised Charities of
Seattle
Clarence Thwing
Threatens His Father's Life by Teenager at Booth Park
Tom Howard a 16 year old said to threaten his father and demand money. Deputy Sheriff Mike Kelly arrested him this morning at Booth Park. The father a Civil War veteran is near death. the mother died last summer. The boy has a violent temper and is known as a terror in the neighborhood. No charge yet specified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Howard
Mike Kelly
Booth Park
Origin of the Rigid Constitution Lecture
Dr. J. Allen Smith, economist and political science professor, spoke at the YMCA auditorium on the origin of the rigid constitution under the economic league. He analyzed forms of government and traced their development with notes on Finland, Switzerland, France, England, and the United States and discussed checks and balances in the English constitution.
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J. Allen Smith
The
University
Economic League
Finland
Switzerland
France
England
United States
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Ris
Isthmian Commission
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Fuller
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Charlies Smith
Mr. Smith
Philadelphia
Lessier
Ween Marie
IIL
Marconi Sails
Seattle and
Viccinity
Patrick
Str. Thomson
Semple
Frederick E. Swanston
K. P. High Jinks
Choate
Chas, McNamee
Vanderbilts
Metropolitan Bank
Nna
Philip Caesar
Jacob Vanderbilts
Y. M. C. A, Social
Walker
Bpokane
Garry Lord
Chas. Hangreen
Tom
Standard Furniture Co
L. Schoenfeld & Sons
Adams & Blanchard
Second Ave
Hinckley Block
Kilbourne
Colin- Wampold Co
Micheal Stern & Co
Alfred Benjamin Company
Second Avenue
Stewart & Holmes Drug Co
D. Thwing
Clearz Hardware
Victor
Monarch
Jackson
Iseton
Ince
Morrison
Z.C. Miles
Piper Comp’y
Cor. Spring
Sporting Goods
Northrup CO
First Ave
Third Avenue
Columbia
Square
Herbert S. Upper
Bcheverman
Cherry Street
Gma
Main
E. Co
Pike St
Lion Clothing House
LION
South Col. Main
Workingmen's Headquarters
Sherman, Clay & Co, Steinway Dealers
Star Paint & Wall Paper Co, Inc. Cor
Third and
Snyder
Yesler Way
Bonney & Stewart
Telephone
Wash
Eversole Optical
Jamee
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