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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1902

Page

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Dawson Hears Murder Mystery In River Find

A French Canadian man named Leon Bouthillete was identified after his body was found in the below Indian river. He was about 45, six feet tall, with keys bearing his name. The article notes confusion over murder indications and mentions several personnel changes at the N A T T including EB McKee becoming local manager, with other scattered references to Yukon mining and hydraulic developments.

Wson Y. T Ashcroft Indian River Leon Bouthillete Beauce County Que de Port W. HM Welshviele White Baers Rane

will raise fund to help striking miners in Indianapolis

The United Mine Workers convention adopted a plan to support striking miners. It authorizes a $50,000 national treasury donation and new assessments on earnings in several districts, plus $1 weekly dues in others, with 25 percent officer assessments, starting July 14.

Indianapolis United Mine Workers’ Convention National Treasury

Oats Fortune Made In A Day Amid Weather Bets

A fragmented report notes a person named James Patten suspected of capitalizing on oat trading and weather conditions to gain a fortune in a single day. The text is jagged but indicates market activity and a notable gain tied to oats.

James Patten

Patrick H Scullen Sentenced To Asylum In Court

Patrick Henry Scullen the creator of the pacification project was adjudged insane by a medical commission in the court. He had disrupted chambers of commerce and newspapers offices and seized newsboys on the streets before a planned monster mass meeting. He resisted sheriff demands, sent threats to the governor, and was committed to Stellaceom under lunacy charges after doctors found him mentally unbalanced.

Patrick Henry Scullin Judge ‘S Court Scullin Chamber of Comand Nawspapers Patrick Patrick Henry Chamber of Commerce Metkie Nory E. H. Wells Walter G. Iton Cudihee Lauria Cain Mr. Scullin

Four Chicago Men Claim Safe Deposit Box Robbery

Four Chicago men report more than 30000 dollars stolen from safety deposit boxes in the Masons Temple. E4 Sturgeon Murphy George Rose and another unnamed man say they locked in last night and found boxes empty this morning. Two watchmen were confined in the cage all night and deny any box access during their watch. Company officials doubt the robbery and no police report was filed.

Chicago Murphy George Rose Safety Depost Company

First Ave Above Pike May Be Regarded For Grading

A city public works meeting discussed grading First Avenue from Pike Street to Vine Street and bids for concrete sidewalks on Sixth Avenue, a sewer job on East Spruce Street, and other street improvements. Protests against grading Second Avenue were filed, while engineers quoted estimates for several projects including water main work, concrete sidewalks, and brick paving on multiple streets.

At of Public Works First Avenue King Iren Atlantic Street Kranp Sixth Avenue James Street Madison Street Spruce Street Twelfth Avenue Summit Avenue Levue Place East Thomas Street East Park Drive Twenty-fourth Avenue Rengatorff Nineteenth Avenue Jefferson Street East Street Broadway Alo Street Queen Anne Avenue Warren Avenue Union Street Second Eighth Avenues Dearborn Street Twenty-ninth Avenue Thirtieth Avenue

Vagrant Arrests Shake Up Small Town Morning

Rett a laborer and a woman claiming to be his wife were arrested at an early hour as vagrants. Rett has a long record and is described as a hard character by locals.

Rett

Underwoods' Murder Trial Set for September 22

Paul and Nelile Underwood were arraigned in superior court on murder charges and pleaded not guilty. The case was set for September, with attorneys Snell and Mrs. Underwood listed, and neither party has decided on separate trials. The wife cried in court, drawing sympathy as onlookers debated blame.

Paul Nelile Underwood Sas Marshall Snell J. T. Ronald Mrs. Underwood Attor

Mayor Tom Worsted in Cleveland Quo Warranto Suit

Ohio Attorney General files quo warranto against Cleveland city council. Common Pleas Court issues restraining order limiting council duties to essential city business, effectively ending the three cent streetcar fare. Mayor Tom Johnson, labeled friend of labor, faces a tougher political fight while presidential prospects gain attention in the region.

Cleveland Ohio Sheets of Common Pleas Court Tom Johnson Famoun

President Loubet to Visit Italian King in Rome

Paris July 16 President Loubet is planned to visit the king of Italy in Rome despite risking offense to the pope. The decision appears practically settled and changes may follow soon.

Paris Loubet Italy Rome

Elaborate rations prepared for Murray encampment

Encampment of the national rd at Murray will be well supplied with elaborate rations and needs. Injured form forces though, Mr. Drain will direct all executive work. State artillery and adjutant-general staff have sent necessities to the camp. Lieutenant Llewellyn will depart to Murray as paymaster and Adjutant-General Drain will follow. The camp begins Sunday with expectations of a large assembly.

Olympia National Rd Fom Drain Artmorer Adjutant-General's Department Murray Llewellyn Adjutant-General's Office Sundsy

West Seattle Trestle Injunction Seeks Halt

West Seattle residents obtain an injunction from Judge Emory to stop county commissioners from building a trestle within West Seattle rate limits. The petition claims lack of authority and demands the road payment due to the town. Commissioners must appear July 5 to show cause for not making the injunction permanent.

West

National amateur golf title final under water

July 19 saw the national amateur championship finals contested in wet conditions between James of View and Eben Byers of Pittsburgh. The match began with Byers two up after the first nine holes while the second nine was submerged by floodwater. A fair gallery watched despite the heavy rain.

James View Eben Byers Pittshburo Byers

Fined for a Miserable Act in Police Court

Mrs. G H Clark pleaded guilty to throwing water on Orlena M Doty and was fined six dollars by Judge George in police court. She had been arrested days earlier on a warrant charging an assault while a sick woman was assisted at 22 Ninth Avenue. The incident involved Mrs Way, who rented part of the Clark home, and Clark opposed the procedure before throwing a bucket of cold water at the witness.

G. H. Clark

Seattle Weather Forecast Tonight and Sunday

Seattle and vicinity expect partly cloudy skies tonight with cool winds and a risk of drizzle. Forecasters say northwest winds shift to easterly then southerly by Sunday as a cooler air mass moves in from the east coast region.

Seattle

Lights Reported at Deserted Danville Mines Near Lake Sawyer

Ravensdale July 19 reports say Outlaw Tracy and confederates may lurk around the old Danville coal mines one mile from Lake Sawyer. Northern Pacific Agent McIntosh notes lights at the mine entrance amid dense brush, suggesting a plausible retreat. Police worry the site offers easy egress into abandoned workings, hindering capture while Tracy remains wounded and at large. Rumors of a nearby family held up circulate but lack confirmation.

Tracy

May Cause Trouble In Indiana Delegates Report

A morning report from Indiana indicates union orders could trigger widespread disruption. The Nation United Mine workers discuss plans and possible strikes, with conservatives warming to a “victory at any cost” stance and potential retaliatory actions.

Indiana

Beigenland Overdue Off Holyhead Amid Sinking Link

Queenstown reports Beigenland overdue since Wednesday with Beigenland sister to Waesland sunk after collision off Holyhead. Canara liner Etruria arrived without sighting the missing steamer. Steamship company says delays possible, while anxious relatives crowd offices awaiting news. The Belgenland is believed seen in mid ocean towed toward Halifax by a two master.

Queenstown Hermonides Holyhead Steamship Line New York Halifax

Missing Captain Strong in Hastings Mystery

July 19 report that Captain Strong has vanished from his Hastings home amid concerns for his mental state after a wound in the Philippines. His partner fears his reason while a separate New York note hints at sensational follow ups and says jewelry claimed by his companion may be involved.

Putham Ee Serong Hastings Ape New York Lady Hope Strong

Typhoon Hong Kong Devastation Sparks Casualties and Debris

A typhoon struck Hong Kong on July 19 causing extensive damage across the coast. Reported fatalities include several men, debris and overturned pans litter the shoreline for miles while ships remain largely intact feared damaged. Weather officials warn of continuing danger and widespread disruption.

Hong Kong

Ships Reported Out In Storm Path As Reefer Barges Go Missing

Reports say several freight reefer ships are overdue after the storm, with anxiously awaited word from ships farther out at sea. Five reeight carriers and eel cargoes are cited as potentially lost or delayed in rough weather.

Roosevelt to lunch with New York leaders in Oyster Bay

President Roosevelt will have lunch this afternoon at Oyster Bay with Mayor Low and Senator Kean. The session is private and no details will be released to the press.

Oyster Bay Roosevelt Low Ae York Kean Eo Roosevelt

Thirty Acres Across Lake Washington Near Bellevue

A description of land offering thirty acres across Lake Washington with good bottom land easily cleared. It sits near Bellevue and provides convenient boat connections to the city, highlighting accessibility for development or recreation.

Lake Washington Bellevue City

Mystery Is Solved Balem Charles of Brimfield Heirs Named

In July 19 dispatch from Cal, Charles i eurron Hill who died in the Good Samaritan hospital on May 17 had left 142000 in savings with no heirs. An old Bible named Balem Charles of Brimfield Mass linked him to a prominent Massachusetts family. Dollars will be divided among eight heirs including Salem D. Charles of Beaton and Mrs Hyde widow of Henry D. Hyde the noted Boston attorney.

Charles i Eurron Hill Good Samaritan Horpt Balem Charles Brimfield Masa Massachusetts Salem D. Charles of Beaton Hyde Henry D. Hyde Hoston

Baseball series schedule at Athletic park and beyond

The Seattle and Helena baseball teams face off at Athletic park this afternoon in the current series. Tomorrow’s game continues the matchup. Next week the besl team travels to Spokane for a series, then returns to host Portland on July 28 at home.

Seattle Helena Athletic Park Besl Spokane Portland

Rains Cause Great Damage in Iowa Frontier

Flooding along the Mississippi and Missouri rivers devastates Keokuk and surrounding county towns. Vast damage to corn and wheat crops raises losses to an estimated two to four million dollars as residents brace for continued rain and rising waters. The worst flood in memory threatens crops and homes across the region.

Keokuk Pan Skunk Iowa Rivera Missisappi River Missouri Bluffs

Battle Echoes as Seattle Hunts Tracy In Yester Way

News of the chase fills Seattle streets as armed crowds pursue the outlaw Tracy in the wilds of Yester Way. Cartridges flash and pistols gleam while later bulletins report Tracy still at large with his whereabouts unknown.

Tracy Yester Way

Laundry Fire Damages Union Laundry Wall on Western Ave

A septerom and gas-jet ignited a blaze at the Union laundry located at 1312 Western Avenue last night, causing about $50 in damage before the fire apparatus extinguished the blaze.

Union Western Avenue

Elks Carnival Teams With Bureau of Information

The Elks executive committee arranged with the Bureau of Information to install on the grounds and assist visitors. The bureau will secure rooms and lodgings for out of town attendees, with secretary C. M. Moore inviting would be guests to write for accommodations during carnival days.

The Bureau of Information C. M. Moore

Are Doctors Too Certain in Liverpool Hopes

Liverpool July 19 The Post expresses hope that doctors have not taken too sanguine views about a medical case and urges caution in interpreting optimistic assessments as final.

Liverpool the Post Today

Palm Circle Hosts Meeting and Moonlight Excursion

Palm Circle No 66 W O W held a regular meeting with Guardian Neighbor Mrs West in chair. State Organiser Sophie P King spoke and Balidivin gave a short talk. The entertainment committee booked the steamer Capital City for a moonlight excursion next Thursday at Braith Dock leaving at 8 p.m. Music dancing and cards will be features. Members urged to attend and bring friends.

Palm Circle No. 66 Guardian Mra. West Sophie P. King Hf Sentinel Balidivin Capital City Braith Dock

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