Aged Survivor Recalls Sinking Ship Ordeal on Pacific
A St Albans contractor recounts surviving a shipwreck off the Pacific coast. He credits fellow crew member Erickson for urging him onto a life raft and praises the brave Greek fireman’s rescue attempt while noting the women refused to board the raft. He left Seattle hoping for word of the fellow who saved his life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St . Alttzon Paul
Topeka
Western Railroad
A. Erickson
Pacific Coast
Ioeboon
Boward
Ile
Erickson
Seattle
Fortunes Paid Out Each Year in Copper Dividends
A historical investor note highlights copper miners paying large dividends in 1905 and compares stock values. It promotes buying Seattle Boston Copper Co. shares at 60 cents, claiming superior ore value and potential gains over peers such as Calumet & Hecla Amalgamated Anaconda Arizona Tamarack Osceola and Boston & Montana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Boston Copper CO
Heattle-Foston Copper Co
Putte Mining Co
Advanc
Consolidated
Heela
Amalgamated
Calumet & Hecla
Anaconda
Boston & Montana
Arizona
Tamarak
Quincy
Osesola
Seattle Boston Copper Co
Washington Oats Ranked Best by Unbiased Tests
In a test ordered by the Army quartermaster general, 123 samples from Minnesota California and Washington were evaluated by the Bureau of Plant Industry. The Washington oats submitted by W W Robinson Seattle ranked highest followed by Minnesota and California varieties.
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Washington
D. C
Army
United States
Humphrey
Secretary of War
Agricultural Department
Quartermaster General
Minnesota
California
Bureau of Plant Industry
W W. Robinson
Seattle
Flour Combine Raises Prices In Bay Area
A group of millers and grocers allegedly formed to lift flour prices in San Francisco. The Globe American and Del Monte Milling Co refused orders to grocers, boosting flour by about 66 cents a barrel starting January 25. Department stores threatened under-cutting with Oregon and Washington flour. The State Grocers' association is said to back the move to turn flour into a profitable commodity rather than a staple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ban Francisco
Globe, American
Delmonte
Oregon
Washington
Prosecution of Evidence in Standard Oil Inquiry
In Cleveland on January 27 General Ellis says testimony by Attorney Hadley may justify a criminal action against Standard Oil promoters and prompt action will be taken. Allee Gilaen runs a boat house on land owned by Jacob Furth on Green Lake shore. Furth sues Green alleging eviction after lease expiry, seeking 200 dollars damages and 100 dollars monthly rent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
At- General
Ellis
Hadley
Standard of Trust
Allee G. Gilaen
Jacob Furth
Green Jake
Valencia Vessel Inspected Here by Commerce Inspectors
Inspectors Whitney and Turner examined the Valencia in this city on November 22 1906 finding her in good condition. A prior inspection on April 27 1906 preceded new department of commerce and labor directives prompting a reevaluation to ensure compliance with the law.
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Valencia
Whitney
Turner
Department of Commerce and Labor
Divorces Granted in Yesterday's Records
Divorces were granted for James Harris from Kate B E Harrison Annie Morrow from Walter Morrow and Catherine Merryweather from Richard Merryweather in yesterday's notices.
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Ted
James Harris
Kate BE. Harrison
Annie Morrow
Walter Morrow
Catherine Merryweather
Richard Merryweather
Revolt in Russia Rages as Troops Clash with Rebels
In Gomel on January 21 the town is partly in flames with fighting between troops and revolutionists. The rebels are reinforced by banners from nearby districts. The peasantry have deposed all government officials and elected revolutionists to fill their places.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gomel Ruerm
Fiemes
Sunday church notices for Batur day events
Public notices list worship services across many churches with sermon topics and times. Includes Unitarian, First Methodist, Presbyterian, Baptist, Congregational, and other groups with addresses and evening programs. A meeting of Methodists is noted at Gilman Church with luncheon by the Ladies Aid Society and discussion on the American Saloon League.
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A. Matthews
Miefits
Haven M. B
F. FE. Drake
North Waptiet
Robert Cairns
Trinity Parish
WH. H. Gowen
St. Jerome
Tabernacle Baptist
J. M Dean
Valencia Dinanter
Plymouth Congregational
M. Freeland
Bethany Congregational
R. Gale
Pierim
Edward Lincoln
Union Congregational
J.T. Nichola
Beacon
HMI Congregational
Mew CC
R Gale
Leasone
Valencia
Methodist Episcopal
Beattie and Ballard
Gilman M
Lancheon
Ladies Ald Society
American Saloon League
Queen City Theosophical Society
A. O. U. W. Hall
First Spiritual Society
K. of P. Hall
Ballard Shingle Mills To Start Feb 1 Despite Closure Request
On February 1 the Ballard shingles mills resume production with a continued shutdown request rejected. The association sought a March 1 closure extension, which was denied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Association
Urgent deficiency bill clears House with labor exemption amendment
The House passed an urgent deficiency measure with an amendment exempting alien laborers from the eight hour law. Washington report notes the action by the House in January, with DPD and C. involved in the record.
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Washington, Dpd. C
Jan
House
Blind Pigs Menace Reported in Rainier Valley
A full fledged blind pig operates at a Rainier boulevard and Norman Street corner near a drug store. It offers unwrapped bottles at set prices and delivers without secrecy. It attracts young people at dances, corrupting social functions, while police are urged to close the operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rainier Valley
Rainier Boulevard
Norman *T
Balmer Valley
Arrested for Wife Beating in East Pike Home
M. O'Brien, 52, was arrested by Officer Kent after a disturbance at an East Pike home. The wife denied calling, but police say screams near the steps led to the arrest. O'Brien, who has lived in Seattle 19 years, is jailed awaiting further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. O'Brien
Kent
Wriners
O'Brien
East Pike #1
Aren Reyes Ken
Seattle
Green lowers contract price in water supply bid
Ballard dated Jan 27 reports L. F. Green negotiating a water supply contract has reduced his asking price to 75 percent of the initial demand.
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Ballard
Green
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Victor
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Cole
Washington Qats
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Camera Willie
Niagara Falls
Russia
Anand
Adams
Lae
Hoyleton Avenue Unitarian Church
W. D. Eimonds
Attiam
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Gilbert-Ramak
Becond
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Cor Cherry
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Bagley
Pike
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Pirst Ave
Adams Tea & Coffee Co
Second
Cor Pine St
King Brothers NY
SUL
Amere Clothing Company
Monda
King Bros. CO
First Avenue
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Hird Avenue Theater
Russell &2
NEW York Empire Theater Company
Crippie Creek
Rm Oscar
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America
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Pete Dunsword
Emmons
Edmunds
Emmo
Starascope
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Srcono Avenue
G. L. Holmes Furniture Company
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