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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1904
Page
7
An ad-style note touts dandruff as early gray hair and hair loss. It promotes Ayer's Hair Vigor as a remedy to keep the scalp healthy and stop hair shedding.
A list offers ice chests and refrigerators at under half price, plus two large units for stores. Also Webb's patent money safe and a nearly new Singer sewing machine priced at 15 dollars. Visit the big new and second hand stores for furniture stoves ranges carpets and more before buying.
Anodized by Boripps News in Fall River Manitoba two mills tried to start this morning but only one operated as quiet conditions prevailed and production remained limited.
The general conference committee of the local improvement clubs met in Chamber of Commerce rooms and voted to adjourn until September 26. They will pursue better police protection, enlarged school playgrounds, improved lawns, and enhanced musical instruction, with an entertainment at Renton Hill clubhouse set for September 22 to discuss issues.
A dead roadside tree collapsed as a group of young people drove by. Miss Ethel Thompson suffered a fractured thigh, Charles Cox had severe back injuries, and Miss Emma Anderson received bruises. The party was trapped beneath the tree and rescued with great difficulty.
After a night of deliberation the jury in Addie Burns' case against Fidelity Mutual Life Insurance reported no verdict. Judge Hanford discharged the panel and noted that with only two jurors favoring a plaintiff verdict, further deliberation would be futile and a new trial may be scheduled.
In LAPWAIL Idaho a general fight among about 60 Indians broke out Saturday night after a horse race. Knives and staves caused many injuries with several badly cut and several fractured heads. Firewater distribution was the direct spark. Many were assisted to lodges as the melee ended.
An editorial view praises a historic overhaul of Coney Island New York from a rough seaside resort to a modern amusement district. Dreamland Luna Park and elaborate rides are highlighted while social concerns about old criminal crowds and moral tones are noted. The piece references Marie Dressler in Dreamland and closes with a reflective plea for progress.
Ant dey and hundreds of visitors travel to Dreamland on street cars and steamer ships to see a vast Coney Island exhibit featuring a moon voyage, Venice canal ride, and a dramatic hotel fire show. The event, billed as a world fair in one park, showcases electrified towers, airships, aquatic displays, and elaborate illusionary theatrics amid the bustling midway.
In Superior Judge Griffiths court the condemnation proceeding for the Westlake avenue regrade began with questions of fact. Technical objections from property owners were heard and overruled as about 60 objectors and many local lawyers participate. Property fronts may be assessed. a committee will conduct the consolidated cases.
Tonight at the Mardi Irae grounds the program features an 18 year old daredevil looping in a large aircraft suit, a volunteer aerial arch span, and the main event Charlee Stevens and Miss Kether Palmer marrying under the big tent for a 100 prize. A bridge to the electric palace improves access as crowds are expected to expand.
A Texas bloodhound named Lien joined county jail kennels as a watchdog. Deputy Chandler, night commander, entered the jail kitchen and the dog bit his boot leg before learning the deputy was not an escaping prisoner. No injuries occurred and relations with the dog are being managed.
The Democratic National Committee met at the Hoffman House to finalize its organization. Thomas Taggart was named chairman, with John L. Martin of St Louis as sergeant at arms, Col Sam Donelson of Tennessee as assistant, and Urey Woodson as secretary.
A Canton businessman and First M B E Sunday school superintendent investigated Chicago claims that Julian Renfro aged 21 was struck deaf and dumb as a miracle. He confirmed the account but remains cautious about accepting it as evidence for faith. Renfro’s letters from Shreveport and his reply from Brireveport express acceptance of God and belief in eventual restoration. The investigator plans further inquiry with Moody Bible Institute.
Lloyds Newchwang reports 50 Japanese have entered the town and the French flag flies over Russian buildings. An advance guard is expected to arrive and the town remains quiet. In St Petersburg sources a deadlock over the volunteer fleet’s status raises fears of grave consequences if Russia seeks to control searches at sea.
Mukden dispatch reports a Russian reverse with two generals and 460 officers and men killed. Other lines note Premier Balfour declining to discuss the Russian fleet status in the Commons and Von Ruelow ending vacation due to international tensions. Frank B Cooper to conclude school administration lectures this week at the State university.
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