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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1909

Page

5

GOLD DREDGING MACHINE FOR ALASKA BEING BUILT

Geo Morris of Seattle plans a novel dredging system for Alaska operations using two 2 ton floats and 200 yard cables anchored offshore. Buckets on revolving chains will scrape sand and deposit it, potentially yielding 240 cubic yards daily, with Moran Company securing the machinery contract. Morris aims to depart by late May as Nevada miners move north.

Geo Morris Newhe Arriv Morris Ia Morris Goldfield Moran Company Morrin Nevada Seattle Deagon

Cupid Bradley Fixes Fair Matches In Seattle Tale

A whimsical tale from Seattle highlights Cupid Bradley as a matchmaker who unites Mary Wilson and John Bowker from Vancouver. The essay hints at a staged wedding setup with Bradley orchestrating roles while local civic delays fuel a crowd’s playful protest.

Cupid Tom Mary Wilson John Bowker Vancouver Mr. Thoma

Ereder Cure Claim Prompts Legal Skepticism

An 19th century style notice extols a Wintergeea Compound as a cure for eczema. A lawyer, F. Entriken, cautions that proof matters, while a client reports dramatic relief after one month of treatment. The fragment mentions scales, itching, and a claim of permanent remission.

Wickersham to Fight Hoggatt for Alaska Affairs

Washington March 2 James Wickersham Alaska delegate told U P that he would oppose Hoggett if he interfered with northern affairs legislation. Wickersham said Hoggett seeks several appointments and will face opposition from the delegate in Seattle.

Washington U. P James Wickersham Congress United Press Seattle

Makes Request for the Poor of Seattle

Ralph W Deerpors nephew of the late died at his residence 1117 Minor Ave On overe y opened the will of the departed the gramenee of names Ralph yearters execu ter of the cotene without bond Heatrice Dearborn resid legates left 066A to the city of Beattle for care of the poor The deceased jettee land was sold for 55 to fund hospital construction in the city Dearborn and cernt ate eleven Wuber Raips W Pantyaoa Arthur Lo Dearborn nephews named to receive 2500 each

Ralph W Deerpors Ralph Mr&s Heatrice Dearborn Beattle Union Lyis Dearborn Ana Cern Raips W Pantyaoa Arthur Lo Dearborn

Day Nursery Opens at First Presbyterian Church

Yesterday afternoon the Day Nursery of the First Presbyterian church opened for the first time along with the kindergarten. Though the latter drew more patrons, the nursery did brisk business in the afternoon hours with Mrs Stewart and Miss Helen Watrous in charge.

First Presbyterian Church Stewart Mise Elen Watrus

Gettesier Takes Temporary Charge of Chicago Consulate

Mr A Gettesier, longtime Ger economic representative in Chicago for four years, moves to temporary charge of the consulate. Paul Thor from Niengsio transfers to New Orleans. Gettesier will maintain ties with the city while serving in this interim role.

Chicago A Gettesier Paul Thor Niengsio Getesier

Car of Yakima Potatoes Headline Fragment

Fragmentary notice mentions Yakima potatoes and a street address Blewett in Yakima Valley. No clear event or action is stated beyond references to a car and company. No dates or names other than Yakima and Blewett appear.

Yakima Valley Blewett Yakima North Ind White

Refrigerator season begins with wide showroom selection

It is time to plan refrigerator needs with a complete display of practical and dependable makes. The Standard refrigerator, exclusive to us, is promoted as a best medium priced option built on scientific principles, with heatlow pricing and proven service in many homes.

Minnesota

Regrade Stopped by Court Order in Transit Dispute

A court issued a prohibitory order halting planned regrading along Plummer Street and adjacent trackage. The Seattle Transit Company and Marguerite Car applied to stop progress while the city pursues a street improvement project. the matter returns March 6.

Regrade Jac St Plummer St Seattle Rguerite Epplicants

Brief items reflect local notices and industry changes

Briefs record Walsh the actress leaving a Kansas City hospital after a month with stomach trouble and recovering. Pacific Tie Wire Co ends its corporate existence joining American Tire Co. Thirteenth Cavalry sails from Port Sherman to Philadelphia. Milton Griffith dies in city. Local officials face jury verdicts and proposed county changes with May deadlines. reorganization talks in Minneapolis firm Sauer at Infeapolis and cabinet plans surface in London postings.

Kacene City Lignehe Walsh Kansas City Virtualis Pacific Tee & Wire Company Americah Oe United Tee Btee Corporation Port Sherk San Driscoll Pacific Mail Milton Criffith Talina Ie Norria Senate Pittoburg Common Council Willa A Brande Wen John Jain Joseph Aaron Aanbatn Rokeonate Baoe & Epee London Ee Hojsere Pillenbury-Waehburn Minneapolis Infeapolia Mallinger Beatt

Devidw Day Observed At Arcade Hall

The 83rd annual observance at Arcade Hall featured evenings of cultural events. Evening numbers drew donations totaling about $460 to cover expenses for the Eisteddfod contest to be held at the AP&P venue.

Thieety Ha Stel Eich A.p.-P

State News update on labor and camps in the Pacific

The riking print Te a empre have reached an agreement and signed the wage scale. Congregational esas oat Weieon will next be- Rin sepries he t lands. Olympia estate mfittie plans a summer camp at Alaska Yukon Pariste. U S customs officials seized 98 cans containing one ton opium cached near Laurier.

Olympia American Lake United Mates Cuetome Officiala Laurier

Two Robbers Fail Bank Break-In After Hardware Store Heist

On Sunday night two men tied to a hardware store theft in Fall’s hardware in Bitopta, Wath attempted to break into the local bank and post possessions but were unsuccessful. Deputy Harry Draper and his team pursued them toward the boundary near Internatteee, aiming to recover the stolen goods and close the case.

Harry Draper Bitopta Fall

Judge George Sews Justice in Dressmaking Case

A court dispute centers on a dressmaker bill of 16.5 with a judge named George presiding. The case alleges partial payment for clothing work and trimming, with a claim of 15.5 owed after services and a settlement attempt.

A. Bean Otaier C. Rouget

Birthday homage sparks Chopin revival movement

In Paria on March 2 a local society named Friends of Chopin launched a plan to start a Chopin revival celebration. The notice mentions a promotional offer for a gas range, coal, or wood range as a prize in connection with the event.

Paria U. P Nere Friends of

Treasury Statement Shows Large Disbursements

The today report lists pert $1 427 800 as receipts and disbursements totaling $1 890 000. The figures indicate a substantial cash flow with mixed inflows and outflows for the period. The source names INGTON and surrounding notation reference near term balances.

Treasury Ington

Cheap Colonist Tickets Offered on Oregon Navigation Line

The Oregon Navigation Company resumes selling cheap colonist tickets this spring for westbound travel in March and April. Fares from Chicago are 33 dollars to St. Louis 30.59 to Omaha Kansas City St. Paul and other Missouri River points 25 dollars. Deposits accepted at Union Ticket Office No 06 First Ave East. Ellie Gent Agt.

Oregon Br.h. & Navigation Company Chicago St. Louisa Omaha Kansas City St. Paul Missouri River Union Ticket Office First Ave EE. Ellie Gent

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