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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1905
Page
3
A mutiny broke out aboard the German cruiser Fraueniet during the Kaiser's Kiel visit as sailors complained of harsh officer treatment. In response the crew hoisted a dirty cloth flag when the Kaiser signaled, and the emperor ordered the ship out of the harbor. The mutineers were punished and the commander suspended for cruelty.
In Denver six Cripple Creek district assayers were bound on heavy bonds after being charged with receiving stolen gold ore. Prosecutors say the men cleared about $20,000 from the theft scheme.
The text notes a claim that a million dollars is stolen annually through a specific method. Details are sparse but emphasize the scale of losses and ongoing concern.
A youth who gave his name as Johnnie Thompson deposited a dollar at The Star for the Dollar club. The dollar was accepted and the name recorded. The boy lingered and explained he wanted the club that goes with the dollar.
Washington July 19. The postal treaty between the United States and Panama took effect today. The treaty aligns rates and rules for Panama with those in force for Canada Mexico and Cuba.
In New York City Mrs. E Matilda Zeigler widow of William Zeigler sues to invalidate his will claiming insanity at execution. The will left the widow a $59 000 annuity the Fifth Avenue residence and a Noroton Connecticut summer home. The estate is valued at $30 million and is to pass to the adopted son William Zeigler when he turns 40, a child now 14.
In Gotha Germany Duke Charles Edward formally assumed rule of Saxe Coburg Gotha on his 71st birthday. He was greeted by troops at the city gate and escorted to the palace where he took the oath. In Cheyenne Wyoming a fire at Fort Washakie destroyed the troop stable and burned fifty cavalry horses last night.
United States Marshal Hopkins signals ongoing guard changes at McNeil's Island penitentiary after the recent escape. Rumors link ex-Warden Miller to Hal Ligan’s successor, though Miller declines reappointment to pursue business. Miller blames aging cell building plans and notes the 20 year old roof and undiscovered water pipes amid investigations.
OYSTER BAY July 18 the president and boy campers returned to Sagamore Hill after a night on the shore of the sound. The party including the president appeared to enjoy the outing. Roosevelt received three visitors Gen Horace Porter former ambassador to France Judge W W Cotton and Theodore Dodge. STOCKHOLM July 19 it is reported the Riksdag will reject the government bill to separate Norway and Sweden the cabinet will resign.
The Burnside cable ship anchors in the bay awaiting a Filipino crew shipped from the Sherman. The Sherman arrives in San Francisco Wednesday evening, crew to be ferried up by Paul, then Burnside proceeds to Sitka to finish the U S cable to Penard. Nome liner Senator departs on third northbound trip with about 80 passengers and cargo. Dolphin reports near sellout on the Lynn Canal run. Inside passage steamers profit as Eastern tourists flock to Alaska during the fair season, praising the voyage as grand.
The Star on Third Ave and James St features Tatum the mind reader in a strong vaudeville bill with 8 ladies matinees Wednesday. If he fails to answer any three audience questions, he forfeits 500 dollars. Summer concerts planned July 21 August 5 August 18 at United Lutheran Church. Edwin Cahn violinist and Prof Yoder to lecture on The Song of the People July 2 program.
Northern Pacific announces new buffet grill service on trains between Beattie and Spokane starting July 26 with first class seating on the same train. The Seattle departure time is listed but unclear in source.
A report notes that a prominent individual is under consideration as a potential king of Norway, with discussions centered on succession and the implications for the royal lineage and constitutional arrangements.
The Art Laurel "Double Flue" Range touted as a fuel saver is marketed by Thos. Heedah & Co., Inc. at 1522 1st Ave Seattle and 818-824 Second Ave Ballard Wash. The notice emphasizes royal lineage of Prince Charles of Denmark, second son of King Christian.
Denmark has been offered the Norwegian throne as political maneuvering swirls. Princess Maud, wife to the elder brother of King Edward of England, becomes a central figure. A curious side note recalls a Seattle memory about following a water wagon, ending with John’s mishap. Elihu, former secretary of war, was sworn in shortly after 10 o clock in Washington.
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