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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1902
Page
4
Toronto notes that Fred Lee Rice, an Illinois criminal linked to a long crime spree, will be executed Friday after authorities declined to intervene. The gang involved thefts from banks and robberies across Michigan and Ontario, with Rice raised in Champaign and educated at the University of Illinois.
Seattle defeated Helena 4 to 2 yesterday afternoon at Athletic Park in a well contested game. Errors marked the contest though Seattle scored two runs in the eighth inning to pull ahead as Hurley was involved in a key play and Babbitt hit a decisive two-base hit.
On a sidewalk near the jail a trio attempted a robbery. Jones, Rutledge, and Rice fought with Constable Stewart, seized weapons, and boarded a trolley car. Jones was mortally wounded, Rutledge killed himself, Rice was condemned to the scaffold after a rapid trial.
Spokane local game recap notes a rough showing by Spokane yesterday as Portland pitcher M. Pfeister delivers solid work. The final score reads Portland 7, Spokane 1 with the Portland team securing a convincing win despite a shaky start.
Theaters announce Pixie's Triumph and U and I Makes a Hit as summer attractions at Third Avenue Theater and nearby venues. Tracy and Merrill manage and promote a new addition while Redick supplies artwork. the bill features bloodhounds and a popular performance set for May nights and July matinees.
Mr and Mrs William Pigott entertained a large number of guests today with a lunching party on Lake Washington. Launch was served at Wolfe's. Misses Ctertained a man friends evening at their residence on Ninth avenue. Mrs F B nebrenaas celebrated a record last evening on 109 second avenue north. The affair honored Mr and
The column notes Miss Daymeon hosting a Candy Pull at her South Seattle home with Joe Annie Irwing as guest of honor. Mr and Mrs entertain at Ping-po on East Bornce Street with dainty havens served. A dance at Amatas club drew many young people after the Tuesday event. A moon party followed the dance with Mise Bie y and others in attendance. July 12 city visit by Rev marked a local church engagement.
The Western Central Labor Union leaders addressed workers in Beaten at a meeting, stressing that development depends on whether progress is driven by workers or external interests. Speakers included Jainen, Lennen, and Maida, with emphasis on labor virtue and unity.
Mr Kidd ridicules the idea that joining a union sacrifices independence. He says supporters claim independence of action yet fear losing a $1.50 job if they join. The speech argues democracy must survive on union principles.
The page emphasizes notable items in the Thursday advertisement and signals continued interest in Combination Bock Cases Library Cases and Ladies Deska. Readers are urged to inspect this Friday for special notices and features.
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