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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1902

Page

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Arctic news reports Portland and Jeanie safe near Cape Prince of Wales

The steamers Portland and Jeanie, previously believed lost, are reported safe about eighty miles off Diomede Islands near Cape Prince of Wales. The Centennial, Northwestern Commercial Co., and revenue cutter Thetis liaise as ice eases. crew are well with provisions.

Belvidere Diomede Islands Centennial Northwestern Commercial Co C. F. Strand Nome Portland Jeanie Cape Prince of Wales Thetis Nome City Arctic Seattle John S. Kimball Nunivak Island Charles D. Lane

Will Obey the Law on Liquor Sales at Madison Park Pavilion

William Steffen, proprietor, told a Star reporter he has abandoned liquor sales at the Peag None and will not sell again unless the city grants a license. He intends to obey the law and does not expect the council meeting to revisit the matter tonight.

William Steffen Madison Park Pavilion Star Ven

Man Injured in Train Collision Near McMurray

Joseph Be Houghton, 23, unmarried and a Woodman of the World, was struck by a Northern Pacific freight train near McMurray Washington, with his right foot and front portion amputated. He was transported to St Elizabeth hospital in Sedro-Woolley. The incident occurred yesterday and he is well known locally. Wheat prices are listed for San Francisco and Chicago in brief local notices.

Sedro-Wooley, Wash Joseph BE. Houghton Northern Pacific McMurray St. Mlizabeth Hospital

Bank Teller in Salt Lake Steals $100000

In Salt Lake City a Wells Fargo teller Alexander Robertson disappeared then confessed to an eight year scheme with two other employees stealing over 100000. He used the funds for stock speculation. prior losses were covered until the latest theft brought discovery and more arrests are expected.

Salt Lake Utah Wells-Fargo Company Wella-Fargo Bank Alexander Robertson Camp Douglas Etealin Roberteon Mys

Death of Baby Boy Crushed by Falling Sample Table

Frank Floyd, a months-old child of H. C. Floyd a telegraph operator in Auburn, died yesterday when a sample table toppled on him at the Green River hotel where his parents were staying. The body was sent to Olympia by Butter Worth & Sons for burial. The accident occurred as the child played near a display counter and crawled onto the table, which toppled over.

Frank Floyd H. C. Floyd Auburn Olympia Butter- Worth & Sons Green River Hotel

Blind Pigs On Last Legs In Madison Park Case

In Madison, Mrs. Gweltzer ran a blind pie operation at a city park and faced trial after a bench warrant. A prior $50 bail forfeiture was followed by Judge George imposing a $60 fine and a one day sentence in the city jail to curb park liquor sales. The judge vows jail terms if fines fail to stop the illegal activity.

Madison Park George G.weltzer

Big crop failure feared as experts warn of losses

Chicago reports corn king Phillips backed by Gates triggers July wheat surge on the board. Prices jump from 74 to 74 1/2 cents as rains bolster bull market. Phillips aims to corner futures with oats and September corn. Armour buys 1 million bushels for premier delivery amid famine fears. experts warn crops at a crucial stage and weather changes needed.

Chicago Phillips Gates Board of Trade Armour

Seattle Electric Co Must Pay Full Taxes

County Assessor W. A. Bailey declares the Seattle Electric Company must be taxed on its full value including intangible franchises. The move marks the first time street railways in Seattle are assessed on the same basis as individuals, ending perceived tax advantages for corporations. The company owns most of Seattle’s street railways with one exception. Last year’s assessment reflected incomplete consolidation and idle lines.

Electric Company Batley Tamanyaet Saeseesor Ite Seattle Electric Company Anid Seattle W. A. Bailey Seattle Bilectric Company The Electric Company As Bailey

King Edward's Recovery Reported as Favorable

London June 90 The official bulletins on the King's condition at 10 o'clock and later show a favorable tone though the operation wound remains somewhat painful. He slept well and doctors hope for Wednesday's clearance with his recovery nearly assured. He was moved to a couch for several hours under Dr Treves and is kept quiet with limited correspondence and state business.

London Treves

Convicts Chase Across Virginia County Near Tenino

In Bucoda Virginia June 80 a pursuit of Tracy and Merrill shifts to the area as a stranger bought eggs at Ed Sanford’s house. Officers and guards with hounds follow a trail toward Tenino then back toward this vicinity. Fugitives believed in the immediate area. few guards hinder capture efforts due to limited manpower.

Bucoda Tracy Merrill Ed Sanford Sanford Carson Tenino Tenine Sanford Place Tentno

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