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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1904
Page
8
The coupon entitles a holder to two free sittings for a child under six and one free photograph. Present at Herpick Studio, 144 Marion Street, between hours on Thursdays or Fridays. Parents must be regular subscribers of The for the child’s photo. Offer open to new subscribers.
In Sheridan Montana Reverend T C Williams of the Congregational church resigns from the board of deacons after they oppose his plan to address gambling. He offered to resign if denied a chance to preach on vice and stop its renewal. Pendleton Indian robes offered for sale at five dollars each with limited stock. Seattle Out Company advertises robes at 1416 First Avenue Union and Pike.
The steamer Danuce sighted wrecks of two four-masted schooners on South Gander Island near Milbank Sound. The vessels’ names were not identified.
In Everett, July 29, a courtroom wrangle arose during the McCahill trial for stealing two candy pans. Roy Dewey, a boy witness, could not explain an oath to tell the truth and replied he would go to "bj" if not truthful, prompting the judge to admit his testimony. McCahill was fined twenty dollars plus costs.
A local notice advertises an excursion from E N Brooks & Co. to Snoqualmie Falls on Sunday, July 8th. The trip promises a pleasant outing with travel by rail and return, inviting men to join at 1331 2d Avenue.
The Grand Opera House hosts the Norwegian Saengerfest with the Pacific Coast Association chorus led by Dr. Lee. Soloists Harry Hanlin, Karl Schwerdtfeger, Emma Lee, and violinist Edwin Cahn perform as Everett prize cup competition shapes the second half. Carlo Sperati leads the chorus. Howard A. Manson issues souvenir programs.
Nagait takes charge of torpedo boat destroyer fleet No. 4 ahead of Port Arthur. The unit moves into position as tensions rise near the harbor with fleet deployments reported by officials.
In Douglas City on Douglas Island opposite Juneau a clash erupted last Saturday between forty Japanese fishermen and fifty eight Russian miners. Shots were fired, stones hurled, and the combatants battled hand to hand. No fatalities reported though several are said to be seriously injured. The Japanese reportedly drove the Russians from the scene despite being the smaller force.
Mrs Ross, arrested for failing to pay a $50 city license on fortune telling, was cleared after proving she is a minister of the Gospel. The motion for dismissal was granted and the case dropped from the police calendar, allowing her to continue preaching.
Remnants of black silks including peau de Soles taffetas peau de cygnes messalines latins and avocaded India plus colored silks eau de soies taffetas china mesalines peau de cygnes foulards satins louisines. Also remnants of dress goods such as voiles etamines mistrals cheviots poplins rendona crepes silk and wool crepes crepe de are serges dreadcloths venetians kersey cloth tartans and novelties.
Fragmentary notice lists ladies wear fabrics including taffeta Mercer feed Batine chambray gingham and Pettiposts. Mentions sizes and regular value prices around 60. The text is partial and lacks complete details or dates.
Ritzville July reports show harvest in full progress with prospects for a bountiful crop. At two Pacific railroad crossings fragments read. Rev. F Vernon Jones, former Congregational pastor, will preach in Everett and Port Angeles until October 1. Local officials Lina, Christensen, Morgan, and Staser depart for the Democratic state nominating convention.
The second production of Du Barry at Seattle’s theater drew a full house but was less successful than the first. La Barry remains of high interest, with strong audience approval. Remaining showings for At the Stroke of Ten head to close tomorrow. The Octoroon begins Sunday matinee.
Wholesale market list shows fresh meats cow beef steer beef veal pork mutton and breakfast bacon with per pound quotes. Fresh fruit vegetables and dairy items including apples Valencia oranges bananas grapes and berries with ton and crate prices. seafood prices for halibut trout soles shrimp and more.
A dining note promises four course and six course menus priced at 0c and 6 course respectively, with a twelve course option offered for $1.00 paired with Sauternes or Burgundy. Every evening the Maison Barberis operates at Second and James.
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