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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1902

Page

4

Elks Ringlings Circus Permitted Amid Carnival Plans

City council approves Hikes carnival committee permission to erect wooden structures on carnival grounds despite fire code concerns. Ringlings Circus may exhibit during the carnival if performances are approved. 83 dollars allocated to the carnival committee. Changes to fire headquarters location prompt contract and site adjustments along Annehill Avenue. Notices also include bids for library site, and Seattle Electric and Telephone Company timing adjustments.

Annehill Pearson Seattle Electric Company Jet Avenue West City Comptroller Ent Telephone Company

Ormsby Quads Star in Turbulent Placid Day

The article centers on Ormsby Quads birth amid a disputed admission and a tense scene at a quedruplet event. Ormsby’s mother expresses scorn as the manager enforces standard fees while the quads’ caretaker, Ormedy, is praised for their appearance and salaries.

Newfounddland Dog Attack Shuts Beaver Brook Bathers

A large Newfoundland dog disrupted a Beaver Brook bathing area, frothing at the mouth and menaced bathers who could not exit. After hours of danger, two men arrived with hooks and killed the dog to end the threat. Several bathers were said to be from nearby towns.

Barre Beaver Hhether Pendamigo

Canadian Lodge Logt Oe Pares Wirt 2 A Sonata 26

Delegates from all over began gathering at nine o'clock in Se ats. Morning focused on organization and committee appointments. This afternoon reports were read and this evening a banquet was held at the First M P church hall. A reception follows at the M P exw reh. M A Matthews closes with a short address. The grand lodge season continues daily until Friday.

M. P. Banch M. P M. A. Matthews Eason Grand Lotge

Fire atop hotel elevator shaft sparks scare

A small pile of burning rubbish near the hotel elevator shaft drew a department call around 11 29 last night. The Blase caused little damage but created alarm as smoke filled floors and residents feared a major blaze before firefighters quickly extinguished the fire.

Children’s Friends Meet London Opens Welfare Congress

An international welfare congress opened in London with delegates from many nations. President the Earl of Homechamp and patrons including the Duke of Meath and George Hamilton attended. Superintendent FE Fellows Jerkins of the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children spoke on street trading by children and current American probation systems.

London Earl of Heauchamp Meath George Hamilton Germany France Italy Fellows Jerkins New York United States Congress of America

Thousands Attend AOH Biennial Convention Opening

July 15 delegates to the Ancient Order of Hibernians gather for a four mass at Sacred Heart church then attend a public session at the Tabor opera house. President John T. Keating of Chicago opens the convention and responds to welcomes from Governor Orman and Mayor Wright. Proceedings continue five days.

Waeronei Cole Ancient Order of Hibernians Sacred Heart Church Tabor Opera John T. Keating Chicago Orman Mayer Wright

Wheaton Retires After Long Military Service

Major General Lyva Wheaton retires in Washington at age limit after 40 years of service. He served in the Civil War with the Eighth Infantry, fought on the frontier, in the Spanish War, and during later frontier duty, earning distinction for gallant service.

Washington, D. C Genar Livya Wheaton General Wheaton Eighth Wifneis

German inventor seeks mail airship voyage

In Washington July a German inventor named Mauhayfer writes to the Postmaster General proposing to carry United States mail across the ocean on an airship. Payne will hear his plan and if he proves the wings of his airship viable the government may support his project.

Washington, PD Mauhayfer United Aeross Ocean Payne Wills Mauhayfer

Andree Killed by Mistake in Caribou Encounter

A report describes two white men shot by Indigenous hunters who believed they were under fire. The two men died after the misunderstanding, with an inquiry noting the incident occurred near a camp in the bush where a caribou sighting had prompted the confrontation.

Dawson Jair

Missing Andree Highlighted in Errant Ropes Incident

A fragment notes an incident involving ropes and missing Andree during two rendas. The readable portion identifies an errant setup and an unresolved name in the report.

Andree

Man Jumped Into River Near Novelty After Drinking Spree

Deputy Coroner Wiltaie investigated the death of Alex Milack whose body was found in the river near Novelty yesterday. Blackman reportedly jumped into the river on Saturday night after several days of heavy drinking. no relatives are known.

Wiltaie Novelty Iqul Alex Milack Wiltwie Blackman

U and I at Seattle Theater Ends Run

The Marrington Reynotl company continues strong with U and I the runny farce drawing good houses. The show moves smoother with new ties added and will close its present engagement at Seattle with matinees tomorrow and Saturday afternoons.

U and I Seattle Marrington Reynotl Company

Windstorm reports sweep multiple western towns

Messages describe a July wind event with speeds around 38 miles per hour causing drifting moorings and property damage in Spokane and Walla Walla. Portland reports wind damage limited mainly to wires and glass while debris fills streets and lines of fishing tugs are discussed.

Seco Meitian Ng Kate Thomas Spokane Walla Walla Wpe Blalock Fruit Portland Ore County

Robbed Denver Train Held Up Near Milatcheno

The Denver and Rio Grande overland was robbed near Milatcheno early yesterday at 3 48. The bandits front of the car compelled the stop and struck the engineer with a rifle. A posse pursued them toward a guache while patrols searched for the robbers. E F P Sweeny filed for right of way on seven fractions for 25100 dollars.

Gunnibon Cole Denver & Rio Grande Overland Milatcheno Chester Yeateraday Neieea Sargent Aguache

Boy Killed by Cable Car Fender in Street Accident

John G. Smart of 210 Twenty-second Avenue South reports his 12 year old son was fatally struck by a cable car on Twentieth Street near Swantr avenues while playing with peers. The fender knocked him down and the car wheels passed over him. bystanders and the operator halted the vehicle, but he died shortly after.

Ather Smart John G. Smart Ond Avenue Twentieth Swantr First Avenues Smart Elmont Ated Reilly

Nine Ninety Five Offers Ready-to-Wear Orders

An ad notes ready-to-wear apparel for women and nieces with pledged trust in handling orders. It mentions prices around 17.66 and a promotion offering 60 suits from a B48 source, highlighting customer familiarity with the close of goods.

Dancing Classes Monday and Friday Evenings for Beginners

Beginners gather for dance instruction on Monday and Friday evenings. Classes cover basic steps, posture, and rhythm in a friendly neighborhood setting. All ages welcome, no prior experience required. Suitable for social dancing and light exercise.

Linens and Bedding Offer Draws House Furnish Discounts

A local advertisement hints at a full stock sale of linens and bedding with a 20 percent discount on purchases. The notice promotes household furnishings as a smart money saving choice for customers seeking to upgrade.

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