This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
5
Fragmentary notes recount General Lee during the Civil War era. The text hints at refusals and persistence, describing Lee as unafraid to assert individuality and to press advantages as events unfold.
Mrs Allee M of this city sues State Senator Walter J Reed in Superior Court for 15000 dollars claiming he promised to marry her. The case, filed in county court, involves Miss Lydia M McMib Reedie in poor health and Reed’s alleged assurances before his recent illness confined him to bed.
The City of Everett will leave Col stam two miles and five ee to meet a steamer at the wharf in Everett.
Readable lines show a damaged ad for The Paint and Wall Paper offering painting supplies at Pivot Ave Arcade Annex. The fragment implies a local hardware or decor business in a commercial area.
The documents prepared by Attorney H. J Snively have not been served until recently because the subject remains confined to bed and unable to leave his home. The delay affects ongoing legal actions and file timing.
Former United States Senator James K. Jones of Arkansas died at his Washington residence at 5 20 p m after a brief illness aged 69 He was a leading Democrat in the Senate from 1985 to 1998 and chaired the Democratic National Committee directing campaigns in 1994 and 1900 since leaving the Senate in 1993 he ran a Washington law practice and stayed out of active politics
Four masked men robbed the State Bank of Cuba on June 1 and escaped on a handcar with between 5000 and 6000 dollars after a clash with citizens. No one was shot and posses are pursuing the robbers.
Washington dispatch notes a $1.925 million appropriation sparks debate among lawmakers. Missouri congressman Hamlin argues the issue tests the character of representatives and party loyalty as the bill faces scrutiny.
Report of a Yukon voyage with the Joanie carrying a tan cargo of supplies downriver to Ot Mieeed. Two crewmen tasked with tearing and transporting goods, while others move toward the river.
June 1 At ALLA the Grand Encampment convened today and announced officers for the various posts. The list includes Grand Hocampment Grand Patriarch Frank Kilien of Pwerett and Grand High Priest J Carter Smith of Walla Walla, with other officers in Seattle Colfax and Tacoma.
Fragmentary notes describe a state university project extending grounds and a proposed park development. Mentions ownership changes and a planned outdoor area adjacent to the university campus with unclear specifics.
City Engineer Thomson is drafting plans and specifications for a proposed sea wall at the water front. He said work will proceed but not be completed for several days. Plans will be reviewed by a special committee for investigation and a report to the council.
A man identified as Ford allegedly fled a quarantine after being diagnosed with a semi contagious illness. Health officers pursued through Marton and Willits Mall areas, with Ford escaping onto a University car before being recaptured.
A federal grand jury in Los Angeles indicted Southern Pacific on Sherman antitrust violations related to rebates. Three indictments list twenty nine counts detailing unlawful refunds to customers. Company officials are ordered to appear in court on June 16 to answer the charges.
The Monticello steamer departs from Flyer dock at 6:30, 9:30, 1:30 and 4 p.m. Each trip follows the published passenger routes for U. and Navy Vera service with departures listed for the day.
Herbert Huntington new superintendent of construction arrived in Seattle and said the exterior is nearly finished apart from two stairs. About 65 percent plastering done and most woodwork in place for the Third Avenue and Union Street federal building set to be ready September 1.
The proposal outlines a street extension from Piret at N apd Aloka to Becomd av and Galer t between Queen Anne av and Heowed av W. The ordinance requests 30 feet width and realignment duties. It was referred to the street committee and councilman Hevelle for incorporatings committees.
A report notes a new measure granting the health board authority to require private property owners to fill land deemed a health risk. The ordinance gives the board power to compel work when necessary to protect public health, potentially overriding private ownership rights.
Funeral services for MC An were held at 10 o'clock this morning at Immaculate Conception Church with burial at Calvary Cemetery. A T Reke’s funeral was set for Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock at St Mary’s Church, with burial at Butterworth & Bons. the Lakeview Cemetery was noted for a separate burial.
M C Harrington age 56 died in the city May 31. Anna Morgan age 66 died at her daughter’s home W W Catlin May 230. Remains shipped to Denver for burial by Col line Bros. A T Kroke age 69 died in city June 1. Millie Jensen age 9 died at 111 West Galer June 1.
A citizens group from the Eighth Ward urges a concrete sea wall from Smith’s Cove to the Dewatamteh River, with sections built as needed. Councilman Way pushes a special committee as committees are too busy to tackle the project. The call frames the waterfront as a disgrace and pestilence, justifying large spending for public safety.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.