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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1909

Page

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Injured Woman Reported After Street Collision on Denny Way

A street collision on Denny Way near Eldridge injured Mrs. George Monroe and another woman. Both were taken to hospital after the cart struck a parked vehicle. witnesses say the driver, Georgy, swerved to avoid the cart. A guest at a nearby hotel and two children were present but not seriously harmed. The incident remains under investigation.

Seattle Denny Way George Monroe EB Harvard Denny Waenington Hase Ion Ini Acct

Man's car wreck near Seventh Avenue injures driver

In Detroit a car wreck occurred near Seventh Avenue. The driver was injured, and the vehicle sustained damage estimated under $200. Police and bystanders assisted at the scene.

Washington marks Big Day with nationwide celebration

Thousands gather as a major holiday is observed with parades and events across the city. The program begins at 10 00 with leaders and orchestral performances highlighting the day’s significance.

The Washington

Boston Pastors Hopes for Better City Plan Reaches Public

The article reports on New York July independence day views and incidents in New Jersey and Oregon with toy cannon injuries. It discusses Franklin Hamilton's support for adopting Boston civic improvement plans to boost commerce, housing, water, streets, schools, and government, aiming at 1915 prizes and a 1920 world’s fair in Boston, plus consolidating chambers of commerce and urban development projects.

New York Warren Harrison, N. J New Jersey Beattle Boston Franklin Hamilton D. D Epworth League American University Washington, D. C Methodist Church Hamilton Butler Annex Plymouth Ou. S . Mis Chamber of Commerce Commercial Association Tte Resulte Paul Revere State House

Four Die From Heat Wave Sweeps St Louis and Chicago Swelters

In St Louis four deaths and numerous injuries were reported as a heat wave sweeps the city. Officials hoped the worst weather was past as slightly cooler air arrived. In Chicago, heat relief arrived with a cooler night after a day of sweltering heat and a nearly 20 degree drop.

ST. Louis Chicago

Brooklyn Delegation Heads to Seattle for Brooklyn Day

A 94 member Brooklyn delegation from the Brooklyn Daily Eagle will travel by pedal train to Seattle for Brooklyn day on July 26, arriving July 25 at the Hotel Perry. The group will tour the coast en route and spend three days at the exposition as official borough representatives.

Brooklyn Acvp Seattle Perry Brooklyn Daily Eagle

Queen Anne Promotes Park With Sunday Meetings

Queen Anne residents plan a series of meetings at Kinnear Park to foster community spirit and neighborly speeches. The organizing committee will present 200 buttonhole flags to the first children arriving at the initial gathering next Sunday.

Kinnear Park Queen Anne

Friday's Avy P Attend? Admissions Record

Yesterday admissions reached 20 016 with a season total of 714 001, reflecting attendance figures for the period.

Alexandra wins first heat in international yacht race

In the 12 mile Alexandra yacht race at Duwamish head the Canadian entry Alexandra led early, then prevailed as Hotett Hen tle was becalmed near the finish. Spirit was also affected by shifting wind, but Alexandra surged to victory just before the line. The second heat will be run next Monday.

Hotett Hentile Alexandra Hutfale Neta Duwamish Head Antal Ted Geary Deane Jatilmert

Tornado Kills and Injures Several in Galnaboro

Winnipeg dispatch reports a tornado last night in Galnaboro killed several people and injured a number, with details not yet available from official sources.

Winnipeg Man Galnaboro

No decision today at National American Woman Suffrage session

The National American Woman Suffrage Association board failed to render a decision by 2 pm in a dispute between the regulars and insurgents. The morning topic covered securing support for a national petition for a sixteenth amendment enabling women to vote, led by Rachel Foster Avery with delegates from many states. College evening featured prominent college women assisting in talks and entertainment.

Board of Control National American Woman Suffrage Remuiare State Suffrage Association Rachel Foster Avery

Panic at bargain sale ends in deaths and injuries

A fake fire alarm triggered a stampede at a bargain sale in Perry, Michigan. One child was killed and several women were seriously hurt as shoppers fled the store during the alarm. Police reviewed the incident and warned against panic caused by false alarms.

United Prose Perro Mich

King County Day at A P Exposition Highlights Parade

The A P exposition celebrates King County day with parades featuring royalty from towns across the region. Crowds enjoy floats and queen displays while the carnival atmosphere spreads through the grounds. The Lumbermen and Railroad Men days proceed with events including a $10 airship drop and a welding contest.

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Heney Auto Crash Kills Heney and Aide Near Castle Rock

The automobile carrying Francie J Heney graft prosecutor and party overturned north of Castle Rock. Detective McCarthy and Mulkey of Oregon were trapped beneath the car. A private detective and several men rushed to the scene after money arrived at Castle Rock at noon.

Carte Ota RR Francie J Heney San Francisco Beattie Castle Rock McCarthy Heney United States Fred W. Mulkey Oregon Jong Tramp Acc

Fourth Celebration At Fairbanks City

Fairbanks Alaska hosts a three day Fourth of July event with a rock drilling contest horse races automobile and boat contests and athletic competitions. Total prizes reach 6000 with a 4 marathon run on track featuring entrants including Nick Demara Jerry Sullivan George Taylor and others. The city fills with visitors from various regions as earthquake felt in Santa Barbara area briefly rattles the region.

Hip United Press Fairbanks Alaska Nick Demara Jerry Sullivan Nome George Taylor

Commercial Club Seeks Factory Prospects Across Towns

Secretary N B Bibley of the Commercial Club sends letters to about 70 smaller towns asking them to forward information on suitable sites and factories. He notes the club seeks locations for plants that do not want to locate in Seattle.

N. B. Bibley Commercial Club Atate Sibley Beattle

Knights of Pythian ask Mayor to decorate for Jubilee week

A Knights of Pythian delegation urged Mayor Miller to have merchants decorate the city for the Jubilee week starting Monday. The group said members would attend the convention and noted the order’s colors are blue and yellow.

Knights of Pythian Miller Thyuwanda

Fire Traps Litter Seattle Warns After Ruin

Fire Chief ARinghurst laments many Seattle structures built of cheap inflammable material. He credits water pressure for preventing total loss and calls for strict new firetrap laws to stop future deadly fires. Lodging houses are crowded nightly, risking lives.

Seattle Aringhurst

Representative Cushman Ill With Pneumonia

New York reports state that Representative Francia W Cushman of Tacoma Wash fell ill with pneumonia at Roosevelt hospital and showed improvement by noon. Doctors said he is expected to live and Senator Miles will stay at his bedside until danger passes. If Cushman dies the governor must issue a proclamation for a special election to fill the vacancy.

Senator Piles New York Francia W. Cushman Tacoma Wash Roosevelt Hospital Benator Piles Washington Congressman Cushman Olympia Iilneas Cushman Hay

Suffrage Convention Clashes Over Liquor Question

At the National American Woman Suffrage Association convention in Plymouth church, a heated vote looms over a resolution opposing liquor interests. Rev. Anna Howard Shaw leads the fight against liquor denial, urging an open confrontation to secure votes for women. National figures and state leaders divide over endorsing prohibition.

Flymouth Hqnor Resolution Committee Anna Howard Shaw Laura Clay National W. CT. U Cornelia Jewett Union Signal Abbeal Scott Dunniway Oregon Association Tno

Silver supplied for Exposition change at gates

A ton of silver, carried in two cars, was moved to the LAcYeP exposition yesterday afternoon from local banks to provide change at the gates for three days. About $80,000 is on hand, with additional silver already at the fair. Eight armed guards protect the funds in the main safe.

Lacyep Exposition Admission’s Department

Exposition Police Capture Two in Red Globe Theft

Police arrested G Ward and D Mobley at the exposition for stealing electric light globes from the fir ground and red globes that light the eyes of the big black cat display. They are held at the guard room awaiting trial for petty larceny.

Exposition G. Ward D. Mobley Exposition Grounds Taome Exposition Guard Room

Fire at 410 Cherry Street Lodging House Traps Firemen

A deadly blaze at the Jimey Terrace lodging house at 410 Cherry Street killed one woman, injured several firemen, and left three lodgers burned as crowd panic sent tenants into the street. Fire Chief Harry Bringhurst and veteran Capt Humes led rescues as Lieut William Boyle and others fought the flames.

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