Seattle lights up Pike Street for 125th birthday celebration
The Pike Street district glowed with electric lights and holiday noise as crowds gathered for Seattle’s 125th national day celebration. The Sixth Regiment rifles band from Vancouver led the street parade while fireworks and whist bombs filled the night air. Events included baseball at Athletic park, a cycle track meet at Howell and Boren, Pawnee Jim and his Indians at Madison park, and two theaters offering Snow White and Greater New York. Public offices and many businesses closed for the day with limited mail delivery and Sunday hours at the post office.
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Pike Street
Second Avenue
Fifth
Sixth Regiment Rifles
Vancouver
B. C
Seattle
Greater
New York
Third Avenue Playhouse
Washington
Everett
Roslyn
Port Townsend
Centralia
Kent
Olympia
Snohomish
Aberdeen
Mt. Vernon
Ballard
Sumas
Englishman tears down Stars and Stripes in Victoria
In Victoria B C on July 4 a storekeeper of US birth nailed a Stars and Stripes to his door. George Reeves a retired contractor and Briton ordered it removed after a dispute. Reeves tore the flag down and threw it on the floor. Public opinion says Reeves was indiscreet though protests are unlikely.
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Victoria
Fifth Regiment
Port Angeles
United States Nativity
George Reeves
Jeeves
Washington
Buffalo
Korway
Fourth of July Oration By Wu Ting Fang In Philadelphia
Wu Ting Fang delivered a Fourth of July oration in Philadelphia after local officials assured protection. Despite warnings that his life was in danger, he traveled with three detectives at the depot and left safely with no sign of an attack.
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Philadelphia
Wu Ting Fang
Washire
Eoupene
Sub committees Prepare Plans for Snoqualmie and Lake Washington Tours
The rivers and harbors entertainment committee will meet to finalize arrangements for a distinguished guest reception. Tomorrow schedules include Snoqualmie Falls at 3 20 PM and Lake Washington at 3 PM with a Saturday trip to the naval station aboard the Pawtucket leaving Flyer dock at 9 30 PM.
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Rivers and Harbors Entertainment Committee
Snoqualmie Falls
Lake Washington
Run Naval Station
Pawtucket
Flyer
Striking Miners Riot Hits Smuggler-Union Mine
In Denver on July 4 the Smuggler-union mine riot drives out non union workers after a clash that left several dead. Telluride county sheriff wires Gov. Ormand for 600 militia as troops move toward the disturbance site.
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Denver
Col
Telluride County
Gov. Ormand
Contempt Defaulter Coulter Freed on Habeas Corpus
C. Coulter, jailed for contempt for refusing to pay a 3596 judgment, was released last night under a writ of habeas corpus granted by the supreme court while an appeal from the lower court decision is pending.
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C. Coulter
Supreme Court
Wedded by Sign Alone in Jeffersonville Wedding
An unusual marriage in Jeffersonville Ind united Harry Dunham and Mary R Link both deaf mutes in an Episcopal ceremony performed by Rev F M Chapman with interpretation by Rev Johnson of Louisville. About fifty friends attended the ceremony with both families noted.
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Jeffersonville
Ind
Harry ©. Dunham
Mary R. Link
F. M. Chapman
Episcopal Church
Johnson
Louieville
Pannen
Heat wave ends as thunderstorms cool New York
New York cooled by overnight thunderstorms ending a seven day inferno heat wave. The death toll reached 645 as hospitals remained at full capacity treating heat related cases.
Duel at Army Barracks Leaves Two Sergeants Dead
In Columbus on July 4, Sergt Spolding and Sergt Johnson of the U S Army barracks died in a morning duel fought with army rifles. A woman linked to the conflict sparked the quarrel. A telephoned summons preceded the shooting. both men were found dead after the door was broken open. theories about the sequence vary, though empty shells suggest a complex end.
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Columbus
Sergt
Spolding
Sergt. Johnson
United States Army
Sage
Shote
Johnson
Patriot Ballard Celebrates With 19-Gun Salute Parade
Ballard saluted the elun during today’s appearance with a 19 gun salute and the biggest parade the town ever held. The Seattle Military band played as State Representative FR B Albertson delivered a speech to a large crowd. Dancing games and fireworks finish the day.
Pacific Steamship Movements Include Walla Walla and Tatoosh
The Walla Walla with 144 passengers and 2 111 tons of produce cargo arrived from San Francisco for Seattle and Everett. The Pak Ling has been surrendered to China Mutual and will sail July 1 to the Orient. The Tatoosh delays departure for St Michael, while the Huron barge tow carries 1200 tons of coal and hay. The Revenue Cutter Perry sails tomorrow to Alaska with eminent statesmen aboard for a three month cruise.
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Walla Walla
Hall
Pacific Coast Steamship Co
San Francisco
Seattle
Everett
Western Avenue
Pakling
China Mutual Steam Navigation Co
Orient
Tlk
Tatoosh
St. Michael
Beiag
Will H. Isom
Huron
Jaden
Mob tries to lynch Detroit criminal John Considine
A July 4 report details a mob attempting to lynch John Considine, a known figure from Detroit. He defused the attack by firing blank cartridges during a speech disruption as a cannon cracker exploded and the wagon carrying the speaker wrecked. Considine was arrested as police arrived.
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MOB
John Considine
Detroit
Mich
John Cine
Considine Brothers
Consi.dine
Considine
Police Stop Firearm Salutes at Headquarters
About 25 revolvers were seized from youths and men who shot blank cartridges as a Fourth of July celebration. Authorities warn such displays are forbidden and all revolvers used in this manner will be confiscated.
Millionaires Return Aboard Deutchland Ship
The Deutchland arrived in port with its valuable cargo intact. Notable passengers included J. Pierpont Morgan, P. A. B. Widener, W. Fikias, Harry Payne Whitney, Timothy Woodruff, and John L. Waterbury, all linked to private discussions of large capital ventures aboard the fleet cabin deck.
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New York
Deutchland
J. Pera Morgan
P. A. B. Widener
W. . Fikias
Harry Payne Whitney
Timothy Woodruff
John L Waterbury
Deatechland Thy
Pennsylvania Defeats Londoners at Henley Regatta
The Henley regatta opened under clear skies with a brisk breeze as Leander beat Pennsylvania by a bare length in an epic eight race. Pennsylvania led early, finishing three lengths ahead, and the USA crew celebrated with the college yell. The heats suggest Pennsylvania and Leander will meet in the Grand Challenge final.
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Leander Crew
U. P. Yell
Henley
England
Leander
University of Pennsylvania
Thames Rowing Club
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania College
Finteh
Jones of Nevada Leads Congressional Party to Alaska
Senator J P Jones of Nevada heads a congressional party bound for a Southeastern Alaska trip. They will reach Seattle at 2 PM via Northern Pacific and be quartered there aboard the Perry. The group includes Marion Potter Pettigrew Der Bulser and Catlin among others all reported in good health.
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J. P. Jones
Nevada
Alaska
Seattle
Northern Pacific
Capt. Frailing
Perry
Helena
Mont
William Suler
Jones
St. Paul
Marion Potter
North Carolina
Populist National Committee
Pettigrew
North Dakota
Steven W. Derformer
New York
Ethan Wm. Bulser
Maj
Robert C. Catlin
San Francisco
Westbound Overland Train Held Up in Daylight in Montana
Three masked men robbed Westbound train No. 4 on the Great Northern line between Glendive and Great Falls in daylight. They dynamited the express car, wounded three passengers, and escaped with cash estimated at 15000 to 860000. A posse pursues through the Bad Lands as No. 3 is due into Seattle tonight.
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Overland
Great Falls
Mont
Great Northern Road
Glendive
Douglas
Mrakeman Woodside
Little Gertrude Smith
Tomah
Wis
Malta
Wagner
Plates-Point
Tragic Drowning of 6 Year Old Lyla Passage in Elliott Bay
A six year old girl, Lyla Passage, drowned after falling from a West Beattie beach wharf into Elliott Bay. Her mother reported a missing child prompting a search that continued through the night. The coroner’s office was notified and the body was recovered by campers and residents around 10 o clock.
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Lyla Passage
Elliott Bay
West Beattie
Weet Beattie
Beattie
Waterfront Gala Day Brings Festive Harbor Observance
Independence day was observed along the waterfront with all offices closed and longshoremen joining a holiday procession. Eleven steamers in port flew flags and bunting while the Mesien drew notice for displaying a Mexican flag amid American ensigns.
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Ashe
Ocean Dock
Pacific Coast Steamship Co
Senator
Cottage City
Falla Walla
City of Topeka
Sound
Snoqualmie
Elliott
U. S. Revenue
Perry
Falling
Piverett
Port Orchard
Pleasant Beach
Al-Ki Point
Confession in Mt. Clemens Murder Case
Homer Biles confessed to accidentally killing his father during a struggle over a gun while preventing a sale. He stated the weapon exploded in the fight, leading to the fatal injury. Steamer Dolphin of Alaska Steamship Co remains delayed and will not reach port until tomorrow after an extra day at Skagway.
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MT. Clemens
Mich
Homer Biles
Dolphin
Alaska Steamship Co
Skagway
Naval Pay Office Sought by Congressman Dayon Visit
A chamber of commerce meeting heard from Congressman A G Dayton WV who pledges to push for a navy pay office in the city. Also read was a note from Chas A Dick OHt to thank the local group, and discussion of next trans Mississipp i congress meeting at Cripple Creek Colorado. The Snoqualmie road woes were raised by Carmack Gold Silver Mining Co with warning of loss of ore teams. a committee was formed to seek county funds for road improvements.
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Chamber of Commerce
A. G. Dayton
West Virginia
Chas. A. Dick
Ohto
Chamber
Ohio Society
trans-Mississippi Congress
Cripple Creek
Colo
Eugene Semple
Seattle
Carmack Gold & Silver Mining Co
Snoqualmie Road
Tend
Seattle and Tacoma Struggle for Glory in Wild Ball Game
Beattie defeats Tacoma 7 to 4 after eight and a half innings in a fast, noisy contest. Corbett and Carter pitched well for the visitors and Beattie, with Hodie, Rockenfield, and Hurley delivering timely hits. Spectators erupted as runs flowed and fielding miscues shaped the late drama.
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Thielman
Corbett
Hurley
O'Connell
Menefee
Carter
Seattle
Hodie
Rockenfield
Rand
Rocie
Lynch
Tacoma
Klopf
Bodie
Crane
Zearfors
Beattie
St. John
Hame
J. Jonn
Shelton
Deastinies
McCloskey
J. Vrain
Exploding cigarette cartridge injures man in New York
In New York on July 3 a cartridge hidden in a cigarette exploded when a match was struck. Padward Weinschreiber, who bought the package last night, lost his thumb and index finger and suffered a chest or rib injury as the blast flattened the brick.
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New York
Padward Weinschreiber
Weinschreiber
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Big Bugs
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Little Lyla
West Seattle
Naval Pay Station
McCarthy
Balla
Kiopt
McIntyre
Klopft
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Second Ave
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Allen-Johnason Millinery
Berlin
Moncey
Herbert
Schewerman
First Avenue
Cherry St
Queen City Steam Laundry
Fourth Ave
Pike St
Schuchard Optical Company
Graduate Opticians
Stone, Fisher & Lane’s
Chas GG
Holcomb Optician
Barke
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Marion
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Darrington
Wash
James G. Givens & CO
Starr-Boyd Building
Bruer Telephone
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Ed Madoka
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