Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Seattle Star in Seattle, Washington

We have 1,702,578 pages in Washington

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 30 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1899

Page

4

The Auto Mobiles Future As Seen By The Public

Public interest in motor vehicles grows as electric cabs become common in New York and more electric, gasoline, steam, and other power types are developed. The piece notes electric vehicles light quiet and costly, gasoline models lighter and versatile, steam for heavy work, and a mix of powers under trial as cities embrace horseless carriages.

New York Chicago Santa Fe Arizona Cleveland New San Francisco Caroline

Western Agents Return from Portland and Local Dwellers Move In

R C Stevens general Western agent for the Great Northern returns from Portland last night. A W Draper passenger agent for Burlington visits Port City. The Misses Nellie and Lyle Mode it t daughters of C P Blodgett San Diego Fruit Co proprietor return home, plan to reside in the city. EB Brown Union Pacific district passenger agent Portland visits the city.

R. C. Stevens Great Northern Portland A. W. Draper Burlington Nellie Lyle Modeett C. P. Blodgett San Diego Fruit Company Cal C. EB. Brown Union Pacific

Gen Clay's Sight Gone

Richmond Ky July 14 Gen Cagsine M Clay former minister to Juer Ma known as the age of White Hall told the Kentucky L A that his sight was impaired and he could not distinguish man from woman as he left his mansion to greet visitors in the yard.

Richmond Ger Cagsine M. Clay Juer Ma White Hall Kentucky L. A

Decaying hall guarded by mystery and vendetta ties

Visitors were kept from entering the ancestral White Hall estate where bees inhabit the upper floors. A general warned locals they could inspect the grounds but stay out of the cantro. His divorced daughter Dora lives with her soldier husband at Pinkant in Woodford county, and neighbors say she no longer visits White Hall.

Dora Pinkant Woodford County White Hall

McLean Won’t Rule Ohio Governor Bid

John R. McLean was questioned about a possible run for Ohio Democratic gubernatorial nomination. He said he would accept if nominated and asked by friends, but would not discuss the matter further.

Washington, RD. C John R. McLean Ohio

Sailor Virrent Purchases Sumpter Plant Stake

W L Virrent of Seattle buys from Frank Gelser of Bake City a stake in the Sumpter electric light plant for a stated price. The transfer completed July 1 in Bake City.

Bake City W. L. Virrent Seattle Frank Gelser City Sumpter Electric Light Plant Therefer Suee

No Warship Sent to Guatemala Amid Expected Revolution

Washington officials deny any move to dispatch a warship to Guatemala. Minister Hunter had not requested naval dispatch and no protectorate story is considered credible. The State and Navy departments await a formal call before acting.

Washington, D. C Hunter Guatemala Navy

W. S. Taylor Nominated for Governor by Acclamation

W S Taylor nominated for governor by acclamation at this morning's Republican convention session. Leighton Tapier also mentioned in the nomination notes.

Leington Tapier

Grand Lodge Meeting of Good Templars in Seattle

The annual Grand Lodge meeting of the Washington Independent Order of Good Templars will convene at Chautauqua from July 4 to July 1 with delegates from all state lodges. Notables include Joseph Malins and Theodore Kanouse, en route from global travels, plus George Cotterill arriving from Bart to attend. A reception by Seattle Lodge No. 6 is planned, with a masse meeting at First Methodist Church after the gathering.

Grand Lodge of Washington Independent Order of Good Templars Chautauqua Joseph Malins Supreme Templar of the Worl Australia Innitia England Theodore Kanouse California George Cotterill International Grand Lodge Seattle Bart Chatauqua Beach Grand Lodge Firet Methodist Church Maline Kanous

Wife Accused of Murder in Pa. Creek Killings

Clarence F. Shattuck, billiard room proprietor at Four Mule Creek near Erie, was shot dead and his body placed on Erie Motor line tracks. His wife Bila Shattuck is imprisoned in Erie charged with the murder. Coroner’s exam showed shots to head arm and back. Two nearby bicyclists heard a murder cry and saw a woman fleeing toward the creek mouth.

Treatle

Missing 1-Year-Old Daughter Reported Kidnapped Near Atlanta

Miss Henrietta Crapp, age one, daughter of an Atlanta Insurance man, vanished from the Underwood home four miles from Atlanta Saturday afternoon. Thirty men and Atlanta detectives searched with no trace. A carriage was seen near the Underwood residence but elopement is unlikely as the child wore a house dress and slippers.

Atlanta Henrietta Crapp Underwood

United American Glue Firm Forms Major Monopoly Venture

New York July 12 The organization of the United American Glue company with a capital of 95 million dollars was practically completed at today’s meeting. The new firm announces it has acquired a monopoly of the glue business in British America.

New York United American Glue Company Businena America

Opposition to British moves in Porcupine Alaska discussed

Seattle chamber of commerce debated opposing British influence in the Porcupine district of Alaska while supporting a status quo that protects American miners rights. Juneau and Skagway chambers seek coastwide cooperation, and a legal division of Alaska was urged based on northern observations.

Seattle Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce Juneau Alaska Porcupine Chambers of Commerce Skagway San Francisco Seattle A. Z Washburn Merchants’ Exchange

War Department Exults Over Early Recruiting Results

The War Department says it is more than satisfied with recruiting progress. Daily enlistments average about 4009 men, and regiments are expected to be filled in about three weeks.

Washington, D. C War Department

Long Trip of an Automobile Across the Continent

Mr. and Mrs. John Davis started at 11 this forenoon from Thirty-third Street to cross the continent by auto. Albany, Utica, Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo, Cleveland, Toledo, South Bend, and Chicago are listed as initial goals. The wagon road route will cover about 5700 miles versus 2250 by rail.

New York John Davis Albany Utica Syracuse Rochester Buffalo Cleveland Toledo South Bend Chicace Chicago Desmoines Omaha Denver Ogden Sacramento Davis

Writing paper combine formed in Wisconsin history

An Evening Wisconsin special from Appleton reports a writing paper combine now formed on the lines of the original proposal. The number of mills will be smaller than first expected and will include the Shattuck and Babcock property at Depers. The company is incorporated with 296000009 capitalization and 17000000 in bonds. Offices will be in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Milwauker Wic Appleton Wissaya Wisconsin Shattuck & Babcock Company Depers Springfield, Maas

Bank thief Geo Schey found guilty in Boston case

Geo Schey, who fled Metropolitan National Bank with about $10,000, was found guilty today. He received a prison sentence ranging from two and a half to three and a half years.

Boston Geo. Bschey Metropolitan National Bank

Seattle Theater to Showcase Jeffries Fitzsimmons Fight

The Seattle theater presents a complete reproduction of the Jeffries-Fitzsimmons bout this evening with flawless illustrations. Screens display each blow clearly and no objectionable material will be shown, inviting all audiences to view the action.

Seattle Jadice

Talbot Clears for Taku with Lumber Cargo

The schooner Talbot cleared for Taku China with a large cargo of lumber valued at 8500. Master Olof Mem whe. agents Bartlett Breeb. Seattle inspector Capt. Bryant weighed anchor after inspecting her in harbor.

Tacoma Talbot Taku China Olof Memwhe Bartlett & Breeb Bryant Seattle

Murder Case Brought to Grand Jury In Mol and Molineux

New York July 14 The grand jury today took up the case of Mol and Molineux charged with the murder of Mrs Kate Adama and sending a poison in a package to Harry Corniah. New Bedford July 18 Priest Rupert Sherman on the Monitor Amphitrite was instantly killed during practice his head crushed as a breech of the gun turret was being depressed. Paris July 1 Rumor Gabifet the minister of war has asked the cabinet to sanction a court of inquiry into the condition of the general star and several former ministers of war in relation to the Dreyfus affair.

New York Mol Molineux Kate Adama Poleon Harry Corniah New Bedford Maes Rupert Sherman PARIB Gabifet Gabinet Dreyfus

Steamers Weeott and Aloha Collide Off Port Ross

The Weeott and Aloha collided off Port Ross last night. Weeott nearly sank and is being towed by the Alpha toward port. The Weeott was expected to arrive today from the north, while the Alpha departed for Mendocino last night.

San Francisco Weeott Aloha Port Ross Alpha Mendocino

Justice Bischoff Dissolves Judge Publishing Co

An order by Justice Bischoff dissolves the Judge Publishing Company in the voluntary dissolution suit and appoints W. J. Arkell as receiver at Berlin. Also reports Cologne Gazette article on France seeking talks with Germany over potential negotiations if Britain goes to war with the Transvaal, and Germany’s stance on avoiding interference in Britain’s actions.

New York Berlin Cologne

Seattle News Briefs Include Arrests and Court Actions

A young Japanese man Jo died this morning after illness. Rev. Benjamin Parsons was elected to the Washington State Philological Society. Judge Hanford freed Ah Wing on habeas corpus, noting his native-born status and China visit. L. M. Howard, Harry West and John Thompson were arrested in a $275 robbery case. Incorporation filings include Mark Tensure Trading Company with $250,000 capital and several local incorporators. Loyd files for divorce on cruelty and desertion. Muckieberrie Mining and Puget Sound Oyster Bed seek incorporation with large capital. The Billy Beland theft case was dismissed, while the Phillip s case was moved to superior court. Joseph Muncaster gains citizenship. Detective Jack Witham returns from North Yakima.

Permittia Lloyd Today W. M. Lloyd Muckieberrie Mining Company Puget Sound Oyster Bed Company

Building Permits Issued for Alterations and Homes

Building permits were tested to day to Ira Bronson for alterations at 1 Olympia place to cost 8980 N W Wickersham for alterations at 2 Twentieth avenue to cost 8500 C W Kitchen to build a two story resident at 1008 Thirty nine avenue to cost 1400 Ralph Andrews to build a one story residence at 1932 Seventh avenue to cost 600.

Ira Bronson Olympia Place N. W. Wickersham Twentieth Avenue C. W. Kitchen Thirty-nine Avenue Ralph Andrews Seventh Avenue

Narrow Escape From Wrecking In Westchester Yards

New York July 1. Foreman John Falley of the N Y N M railroad acted quickly to avert disaster when five boys wedged an iron bar across a track in Westchester yards. A fraction of a minute remained before the Washington express sped through, one of the fastest trains in the region.

New York Beetlon John Falley N. Y Westchester Yards Washington Express

Tug Sea Lion Towes Vessels to Tacoma Harbor

Tug Sea Lion under Capt Mantor yesterday towed the schooner Honolulu and the bark Dashing Wave from Cape Flattery to Tacoma. The coal hungry Steamer Cleveland recharged freight at Tacoma and will sail west to San Francisco this week. The Steamer Walla Walla arrives today from San Francisco, and the City of Puebla sails today for the same port.

Sea Lion Mantor Honolulu Cape Flattery Tacoma Cleveland San Francisco Walla Walla Puebla

Seattle mining stock market report shows volatile bids

At the Seattle Mining Exchange today the naval bury section and Colorado gold and copper moved with wild fluctuations. Brome traded around 9.00 dollars with bids as low as 3.75, and both calle and hide hit all price levels, reflecting a wide spread in quotes.

Seattle Naval Colorado Gold and Copper

Northwest Mining Exchange Signals Advance

At the Northwest Mining Exchange today there were indications of an advance as the following calls and bids were made.

Market prices for livestock and notes from Chicago

The report lists cattle and livestock values in Chicago with figures for stockers cows Texans and hogs rough mixed heavy and pigs. Prices appear in varied formats and include a $4 75680 total and per unit values such as $2.00 to $5.16 for different categories. The note mentions Denny Coryell Co and a base fine note paper.

Chicago Cattie— Beevens Denny Coryell Co

Wash Goods Clearance Sale Promises Low Prices

We mean business with a clearance sale on Scotch lawns and lace Fantasie wash fabrics. Otis and other fabrics advertised at reduced yard prices, with mentions of battiste cord and French dimity offered at special sale rates.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Gen. Clay McLean Ply Guatamala W. S. Taylor THE Templars Grand Lodge Judge Publishing Co Seattle News Y.mc. AL Benjamin Parsons Washington State Philological Society Beattie Hanford Federal Court Ah Wing L. M. Howard Harry West John Thompson John Segrer Mark Tensure J. W. Kahie HW. T. Pitee, Jr Billy Beland Jessie Roberts Austin Thomas Phillips Ss. Late A. Esplin Joseph Muncaster Jack Witham North Yakima Arked Tid Republic Tom Thumb Morning Glory Quilp Lone Pine Ocesenes Seacaces Seal Bay Lost Creek San Pail Seeensaures Colorado Piax Northwestern Cuba Miller River Waconda Ban Polseers Pacific Coast Republic Winnipes Weatherby Golden Tunnel Bonanza Boronite Copper Legal Tender Pacific Second Ave OUR O. W. Peterson & Bro E. Barron H. E. Weymouth Copper Vault Mining Co H. BE H. & Weymouth & Coo Seattle Mining Exchange Q. S. Gold C. E. Thurston & Co Cherry St Ydevnsee Te Sa Terese Teak Conte Boo Tees Moran Brothers Company Rex. Bigyoles Fred T. Merrill Ento Felitz Tent and Awning Co Wester Way Slater & Smith Mining Brokers Slater & Smith James Street Mada Reginas Sherman, Clay & Co Steinway” Dealers Second Avenue Beattie J. Dean & CO Joseph Mayer & Bros San Diego Fruit Co Pike Street Fourth and Pate Seattle Transfer CO Ofliog Pigot & French CO Hwest Pam 'Aol Money D. S. Johnston Burke Building
Search Courier

Search the Seattle Star Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Seattle Star?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication