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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1902
Page
2
Publication imprint lists offices and contact numbers for business and editorial departments. It notes circulation terms at six cents per week and delivery method, with registration details for Seattle, Washington.
The Star reports Sheriff Cudihee’s noon edition scooping rival papers by detailing a surround and alleged death of Tracy at Lake Sawyer. A rival extra claims the same news, while later editions shift to a still-empty cabin and a shown obituary image, prompting questions about copyright and journalistic bragging.
In AGO July 17 a bear escaped from an amusement resort and moved through Washington park as three patrol wagons pursued. Miss Jessie Frown and G R Tomlinson tipped a boat, splashed by the animal, which circled the water before fleeing to the west bank. Lavin of Woodlawn Police captured the bear and it was taken to Woodlawn station for custody until morning.
New York July 18 plan to outfit the Brooklyn Bridge with moving sidewalks by a group of leading financiers at their own expense. They will pay the city $10 000 yearly for operation and charge about 1 cent per crossing. Operation would span about 10 hours during peak passenger flow with trolley cars continuing at other times.
A Seattle writer warns of rising narcotic abuse in Beattie and the city. He cites pervasive drug sales, lax enforcement, and common use among professionals. Cases include morphine and cocaine, with a doctor noting widespread dependency and danger from hypodermic practices.
Mr Charlies G Carster and Mias Krama Johnson of Seattle wed Wednesday evening at the residence of Rev Martin L Larrean at 1 Stewart Street Mra Kofoed Mias Matilda Johnson and Mr Bigtred Harris attended
A dense array of Seattle area ads lists farms and lands for sale near Navy Yard, a scenic hilltop home near Georgetown with car line access, and multiple lots with railroad proximity. Financial notices include local banks Gaia Puget Sound National Bank and First National Bank of Seattle with their capitals and staff, while other listings cover funerals, dressmaking, and construction services.
Eugene Reed superintendent of the De Hoto Mining Company was wounded at the mine when a hammer struck a rock and the pistol exploded. The bullet entered his back and lodged in his neck. He was carried to Seattle General Hospital for treatment after initial bandaging in the mine.
Final preparations for the national Young People's Christian Union convention in Tacoma next week indicate unusually high attendance. The national body voted to hold conventions biennially, boosting expected delegate numbers from East and Midwest states. Local churches plan elaborate entertainment and four days of sessions with leading divines and educators. Side trips to points of interest are arranged after the closing ceremony.
Lake Orion Michigan July 18 the second annual International Bible Conference and Christian Workers Institute opened today under favorable auspices. A ten day program includes addresses and papers by noted speakers such as Professor George K. Coe of Chicago Rev J F Farson D D of Brooklyn Rev Wayland Hoyt D D of Philadelphia Rev W F McDowell D D of New York and Rev Charles F E Bradt of Wichita Kansas.
A dealer trims factory prices by 10 to 15 dollars to move 1901 models. Promises quality and style, urging customers to trade in old wheels and try the new stock at discounted rates of 25, 40, and 50 dollars.
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