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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1904
Page
7
Alfred Stead argues Japanese battlefield prowess stems from ancestor worship and Bushido. He notes the universal reverence for ancestors, the duty to maintain family honor, and the discipline from Bushido shaping conscripts into fearless, loyal fighters despite their peaceful agrarian origins.
The Victoria Seattle lacrosse match was postponed due to a grounds misunderstanding and will likely be played Sunday August 7. Tacoma players have left town, risking a full 12 man lineup for remaining games, with a delegates meeting to decide the season plan. Ed Kennedy and Beattie backers support the game, which has drawn larger than expected crowds and may invite top Canadian teams for Seattle exhibitions.
A brief notice promoting men's summer underwear from BK at 1931 2d Avenue and Brooks & Co. The ad also mentions Who's Your Tailor at 1229 Second.
Newport notes detail the pampered early life of John Nicholas Brown, son of Nicholas Drown, heir to a $10 million estate with $5 million from his father and $5 million from his uncle. He enjoys multiple residences, a yacht, a private staff, and extreme care to stay germ free, aided by doctors, nurses, and a mob of attendants. He traveled to Europe as an infant for survival and recently attended Brown University’s library dedication.
Miss Jessie McCubben, known as the Midnight Queen, braved a midnight snowstorm to relocate a lapsed mining claim in Alamo Oregon. She and an aged companion reached town at 3 am after trekking two and a half miles through deep snow. The mine features a 175 foot tunnel and a 40 foot cross cut with gold yield about four dollars per ton, touted as a bonanza. Her father plans further development, with mining men predicting it may become a major operation in the growing district.
Capt Charlies L. Peabody purchased the steamer Schwatka built in 1898 by the Canadian Pacific for Alaska river trade. The 848 gross ton vessel, 148 feet long and 5 feet deep, will be taken to Ballard for fitting and will voyage north via St Michael to make trips on the Yukon before navigation closes.
The six men Sam Martin Hughie Huggins Dave Argyle Al Johnson Jack Richardson and W J Casey alias John Scott were arrested June 9 on gambling game charges. Justice Gordon bound the last of the sextet over to the superior court for trial yesterday and all defendants posted bonds of 1000 dollars.
Mrs. A. Young of 707 Madison street had a near fatal poisoning when she drank a glass of antiseptic tablets. The mix up occurred overnight as she woke thirsty and mistook the poisonous solution for water. Prompt emetics and a physician saved her life as Mr. Young nearly drank the same poison by mistake from a pitcher.
Two fishermen aboard a fishing sloop rode out a gale off Cape Plattery for four hours. A cat atop the mast, seeking shelter, leaped to its watery grave as the bulldog below rose. The cat’s sudden fall ended the creature’s dispute and left the crew in shock.
The United States cable ship Burnside will finish loading nearly 600 miles of Alaska cable at Tacoma and sail north Tuesday. The voyage should take about ten days, completing most of the lay except for a few miles to be finished later.
A correspondent reports Tashkino fight details with Japanese bases perhaps 4000 to 6000 strong and Russians around 1000. Port Arthur is quiet for now as Russians hold 19 versts of railway. Neugalin outposts face each other in a tense standoff. Emmanuel McClure named regular carrier and Curtin P McClure substitute in Fairfield. Pendleton Indian robes on sale Saturday only at 6 dollars each, Seattle retailer.
The Hoard of Missions of the Methodist Episcopal Church sues Seattle for 20000 damages over a Vine street regrade. Judge Hanford rules city liable only to the extent the church property was damaged, noting the building sits 16 feet from the ground. The decision may shift damage calculations in similar cases where business use affects compensation.
Deputy sheriffs McGee and Hodges report evidence implicating Mrs. Johanna Swetisher and her lover Antone Wehoe in the death of John Swetisher. He was found on the back porch with a fatal axe blow as he neared the door. The pair are jailed. another suspect has been exonerated.
A Los Angeles group has formed The Hundred Year Club to pursue extreme longevity through scientific care of body and mind. Members aged 90 and older may join free. the club will offer hygienic literature and instructional courses, plus housing and privileges without dues. Dr Amelia Brotherhood is named as president.
Tonight the clerks union hosts a carnival at the grounds with acts by Hilly Middleton and other performers. The event runs until the 4 a clock hour, featuring vocal stunts, tricks, and a free afternoon for children tomorrow with free acts and a postponed show from tonight.
William Martin age 46 and Alf Martin age 33 both of Seattle obtain a marriage license along with Charnel Weaver 27 and Edith Lemond 27 both of Seattle. Schuyler Cramm 36 and Hattie Wimner 30 both of Seattle also licensed.
US Army engineer office requests county commissioners to arrange on site attendance to operate the draw bridge over the DuWamdeh river. The boat crew has faced difficulty in opening the bridge. P Hemen files plans for a three story brick block on First avenue between Virginia and Lenora streets, with an estimated cost to be announced.
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