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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1905

Page

3

Ravendale deputy hails as top out-of-town sleuth

Deputy Matt Starwich of Ravensdale, Austrian-born, 28, fluent in five languages, nabbed Matt Moor among eight federal prisoners who fled July 3. Sheriff Lou Smith praises Starwich’s duty minded, fearless work and his habit of detaining hoboes along the Ravenadale road, noting Moor’s capture at Ravensdale boarding house.

Matt Starwich Ravensdale Uncle Sam Matt Moor Starwich Ravenadale Lou Smith King County Sheriff Smith Aix Auburn Tacoma

Dr Miles Heart Cure Advert Says It Reassures

An advertisement claims relief from dizziness faintness hunger and heart weakness by Dr Miles Heart Cure. It promises to strengthen nerves and heart muscles and offers a guarantee to refund the price if the first bottle fails to benefit.

Miles

Pipe organ becomes feature of finest homes nationwide

The organ can be installed with ease if the architect consults with our experts. It adds dignity and pleasure unlike any other feature. Distributors include Chickering Kimball Hobart M Cable and other famed pianos.

Chickering, Kimball Hobart M. Cable

Green Lake poster promotes blow out at local boat house

A large poster in Green Lake advertises a Tuesday night blow out at the Green Lake boat house hash foundry. It invites guests to munch with the Green Lake bunch and promotes the Art Laurel double flue as a top choice with a Monday start at 1622 Fleet for a demonstration.

Green Lake News Green Lake Green Lake “Bunch

Property Sold at Second and Stewart Corner

The southeast corner lot of Second and Stewart, 120 feet square, sold Tuesday by Captain David Gilmore to G Henry Whitcomb for 120000 dollars or 1000 per foot. Whitcomb plans business use and a large dry goods store may occupy the site within a year. a local firm has offered a long lease for a four story brick block, but the offer awaits acceptance.

Second and Stewart David Gilmore G. Henry Whitcomb Whitcomb

Lawson Honored in Lincoln as Railroads Face Criticism

Thomas Lawson received an ovation in Lincoln at Puisbury and later spoke at a Chautauqua where attendance lagged. Railroads are accused of denying rates and conspiring to suppress Lawson's influence. Governor Mickey did not attend to greet Lawson.

Tom Lawson Lincoln Neb Thomas Lawson Puisbury Court House Chautauqua Lawson Mickey

Burnslde sails north to lay Valdez Seward cable

The Burnside arrived from Tacoma with cable on board for the Valdez to Seward extension, needing about 160 miles of cable. It will depart around July 7 and be in working order by August 1. The Hamburg vessel Koampsitner Theben docked with 600 tons of saltpeter from Chile, destined for Japan, and sugar for Tacoma and Vancouver. The City of Beattie sails with 170 American Library Association members to Alaska. A Taqua freight steamer loads lumber for California and sails Friday night. Cape Flatery saw five three masted schooners, one four masted barkentine, and two steamers pass.

United States Burnside Tacoma Valdez Seward North General Greeley Koampsitner Theben Hamburg Peter Chile Japan Vancouver South American Porta Skagway City of Beattie American Library Association Cary Alaska Cape Flattery

Weather report notes heat damage to winter wheat on Pacific coast

The weekly weather bureau crop report warns abnormal heat has damaged winter wheat along the Pacific coast. Washington spring wheat shows promise despite the hot, challenging conditions and favorable reports for the crop.

Washington Weather Bureau Pacific Coast

Demonstration Promises Coal for Range at 1522 First Avenue

An advertisement touts a “great economy” claim that half a bucket of coal will run the Art Laurel double flue range from morning till night. It urges readers to call 1522 First Avenue to verify the statement during a weeklong demonstration with free coffee and biscuits.

No. 1522 First Avenue

Man Falls Through Window During Fight Night Crash at Lottie Raymonds

C and Church of 706 North Broadway went to see fights on Monday night but fell from a third floor window on King Street at 2:15 Tuesday morning. Patrolmen witnessed the plunge, a city ambulance took him to Wayside Emergency hospital where he was pronounced uninjured. Church offered no comment as investigators ponder his state of mind after the spectacle.

C. & Church North Broadway King Street Lottie Raymond Mayon Brafford Wayside Emergency Hospital

Baby Show On Carnival Grounds Cited Amid Automobile Rumble

A passerby recalls discussion of a baby show on the carnival grounds next Saturday but the noise of an automobile outside drowned the words.

New King County Deputy Fire Warden Sets Rules

Deputy Warden John Wooding opened his office July 1 under a law creating a county fire warden. He will be in the county courthouse Thursdays and Fridays to process permit applications. Applicants should give a precise description of property and fire type to avoid delays.

King County John Wooding Legis Court House

Model Officer Raids Model Bar

Patrolman Cameron describes a clash with Dope Fiend J H Merrell at a Main Street saloon. He reports two women Elsie Baker and Lisesie Smith loitering there and says they were sent to the station for a model kind of offense. He hopes the court gives them a model sentence.

Cameron J. H. Merrell Lisesie Smith Elsie Baker

Little Happenings in Seattle and Area

Marcus Talbot moves from Pacific Coast Steamship to lead Dalles Portland and Columbia & Northern lines with David McKenzie set to succeed him. Rev Newell Dwight Hillis visits Seattle for two Grand Opera house lectures on Ruskin and Cromwell. School board to discuss high school site and telephones for schools. No change in sheet metal workers strike after a Monday meeting. Daniel McDonald charged with holding up John Thiery and stealing $8.60.

Marcus Talbot Pacific Coast Steamship Company Portland H. C. Campbell Dalles, Portland & Astoria Transportation Company Columbia & Northern Ailway Company David McKenzie Great Northern Railroad Talbot Portland Fair Newell Dwight Hillis Plymouth Congregational Church Brooklyn N. Y Seattle Grand Opera House Ruskin Oliver Cromwell Green Lake Building and Trades Council Daniel McDonald John Thiery Lareceny

Police Mistook Mayor's Wife Robbery Case

A resident Mrs. O B Ballinger reported a theft at her home on Twenty third avenue Monday. Police feared it involved the mayor's wife but verified the address and learned she was not related to the mayor. The thief stole a two dollar necklace pin from her room.

O. B. Ballinger

Wedding on Carnival Grounds Tuesday Night

Bazaar promoter Mr Doyle announces a wedding to occur at the carnival grounds Tuesday night between Miss Ettas and John W Logan. Rev Wilson of the First Presbyterian Church will officiate and the couple will leave the Hotel Cecil for the grounds at 9 oclock with attendants.

Mr. Doyle Doyle Nat Rete the Star Etta John W. Logan Rev. Wilson Firstbyterian Church Hotel Cecil Logan

Ayers Hair Vigor Promotion Claims Four Benefits

An advertisement touts Ayers Hair Vigor as restoring color to gray hair stopping hair loss promoting new growth and curing dandruff. The copy credits multiple benefits and promotes the product as a comprehensive solution for hair issues.

Kidney and Bladder Troubles Promised Quick Cure

Advertising copy for Dr Kilmer Swamp Root promising rapid relief from kidney and bladder ailments. Offers free sample bottle and book by mail, with address in Binghamton New York. Encourages mention of Daily Star. Uses archaic spelling and repetitive claims of cures.

Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghampton N. Y Kilmer

Railroad Telegraphers Leader Plans Talks Over Imminent Strike

President Perham of the Railway Telegraphers says a conference with Northern Pacific General Manager Horn is set to resolve a threatened strike. He contends the road hired non-union operators while negotiations were pending.

ST. Paul, Mian Perham Railway Telegraphers Horn Northern Pacific

Roosevelt Receives Gold Inaugural Medal

In Oyster Bay on July 11 President Roosevelt received a solid gold replica of the inaugural medal by J. Gaudens. The obverse features a profile of Roosevelt with the inscription Theodore Roosevelt president of the United States ac questum culipue, conveying the phrase square deal.

Oyster Bay Roosevelt J. Gaudens Theodore Roosevelt The United States

Moonlight clambake and dance at St Pauls church guild

Pleasant Beach hosts a Moonlight clambake and dance by the St Pauls church guild on Wednesday July 12. Wagner's orchestra provides music. Tickets are 50 cents and boats depart Pier 2 at 8 p m.

St. Paul's Church Guild Pleasant Beach Wagner Pier 2

Pleasant Afternoon at Alki Natatorium Highlighted

A calm scene at Alki Natatorium features an expert swimmer in attendance and a relaxed crowd enjoying a sunny afternoon by the water. The event emphasizes leisure and community gathering around the historic pool.

Alki Natatorium

Local Groceries Advertises Wide Cash Orders and Delivery

A regional grocery offer promotes all cash buyers and express deliveries of orders up to specified weights from the business center for a small fee. It highlights canned goods, teas, rice, flour, and other staples with varying pack sizes and prices.

Owen Japan

Calhoun Named Roosevelt Special Agent for Venezuela Visit

President Roosevelt selects W. J. Calhoun a Chicago lawyer as especial agent to inspect the validity of the New York & Bermuda Asphalt company claim in Venezuela. Calhoun previously served as an especial government agent before the war. The notice ends with an advertisement for Art Laurel stoves highlighting the double flue feature and exclusive Seattle retailer at 1522 First Avenue.

Washington, D. C W. J. Calhoun Chicago Roosevelt Vislt Venezuela New York & Burmades Asphalt Company Calhoun Art Laurel Art Laurel Stove Company First Avenue Seattle

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