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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1903
Page
1
Reports from Heppner recount bodies recovered and the total feared dead after the disaster. Relief committees mobilize food clothing and shelter for the homeless while morgue duties and grieving widows draw a somber scene. Volunteers and officials warn the final count remains uncertain as searches wind down.
A Tangier dispatch reports a bloody battle between Moorish troops and tribesmen at Ainmedinna. The Moorish general and 6,000 troops were killed in the confrontation.
Deputy Sheriff Clark departs Gan Francisee after tasting tests with Harry Kraft, sought by the Fisher men's union where Kraft served as secretary in an embezzlement case.
The article reports that underwriters will investigate the fire that destroyed the steamer Lady of the Lake and estimate the loan amount. The Typhoon’s carrying capacity was reduced by marine inspectors, affecting the Lady of the Lake’s service, and a large steamer City of Aberdeen was temporarily substituting.
Funeral services for John F. Dore drew hundreds of mourners at the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Honorary pallbearers included Mayor Kuciee and federal judges. The King County bar saluted him with resolutions noting his dedication as a lawyer and his kindness to the poor. The court paused public business to honor his memory.
In a vivid mock display the Weather Man Sallebury reveals a framed forecast claiming tonight and tomorrow will bring fair skies and northwest winds. He suggests perfect conditions for picnics outings and fishing expeditions.
Special to The Star from Olympia June Governor names L W Greene Spokane L G Jeckeor W Chidester Tacoma M W Carroll KC Bherrock Beattie to the state accounting board under the new public accounts law taking effect June 16. Spokane member serves five years while Beattie and Tacoma appointees serve three and two years respectively.
Eleven union miners on trial for dynamiting and wrecking the home of a miner in the recent vig anthracite strike were acquitted in Wilkes-Barre. Three hundred witnesses were examined amid a large defense by both operators and the union.
A U S grand jury investigating Alabama cases indicted several individuals. The session adjourned as Secret Service agents prepared more evidence to pursue additional indictments in related cases.
A joint gathering of Western Central Labor Union and labor carnival committees will meet at carnival headquarters in the Arowde building tomorrow at 2 o clock. The session will cover early completion of the labor temple and various details of the celebration with full committee attendance.
Gold dust valued at not less than 250000 reached Beattie this morning on the Humboldt the first treasure ship of the season. Of her 76 passengers 66 were from the Klondike and all brought out pokes of gold dust and nuggets. The Humboldt’s cargo signals the spring clean-up as mine owners carried ashore 160000 in partnership gold. The Humboldt left Skagway after the Princess May laid up the fleet.
Special to The Star. June date. Benater Whit Crewe of Spokane and a Jim ball, prosecuting attorney Ryokan county, appeared before the supreme court. The court issued an alternative writ requiring Spokane county to show cause why a writ of habeas corpus should not discharge Frits Deit rich, a Spokane gambler, from custody. The application for a writ of habeas corpus was denied without prejudice after the hearing by the court.
A sailing contest around a triangle began at noon with wind nine mph. The Reliance led early and surged ahead, finishing five minutes ahead of the Constitution, with Columbia in third as the crew of the Pal Faget steered.
Washington June 2 The scope of the post office investigation will be broadened Wynne first assistant postmaster general will today request Postmaster General Payne to investigate all bureaus under his charge He will ask that the money order division from which Metcalf was dismissed Wednesday be first probed Wynne says he knows of no gross irregularities but must have personal knowledge of methods in all bureaus including money orders city deliveries correspondence and dead letters.
June crowds welcomed the Liberty Bell as it passed en route to Philadelphia. President Haffon and a Philadelphia board of trade committee members arrested Mayer Weaver and party during the journey. the bell was described with aroused interest.
Prospective buyers invited to a train trip to Richmond Beach via the Great Northern to view tracts $115 to $250 with cash and $10 monthly payments. Luncheon provided by the Richmond Beach hotel. free round tickets offered but trip may be postponed by weather.
Seaport city witnesses a frim upturn as banks and businessmen unite to support a new municipal credit program. Leaders from key institutions, including the Seattle National Bank and Pacific Commerce Co, endorse faster loans and business loans to stimulate trade.
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