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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1902

Page

4

Women's Spring Suits and Jackets in Navy and Tan Fabrics

Catalog notes offer a range of women's spring wear including navy cheviot outfits with double flounce skirts and tef feta silk accents, black cheviot outfits with moire trim, dark brown cheviot ensembles with vests and capes, blue basket cloth suits with Norfolk style jackets, light tan kersey jackets with stitched straps, tan covert suits with bell sleeves, and assorted taffeta silk lace trimmed jackets. Prices span 0 to 88 dollars, with multiple fit and trim details.

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Supreme Court Upholds Illinois Futures Crime Statute

The Supreme Court affirmed the Illinois ruling in Alfred Booth versus the State of Illinois upholding the statute banning futures dealing on the stock market. In a separate ruling, the court found Detroit Citizens Street Railway’s fare-cut ordinance invalid, ruling the 5 cent fare contract could not be abrogated without consent.

Washington, D. C Supreme Court Today Supreme Court of Illinois Alfred Booth Ilinois Booth Supreme Court City of Detroit Detroit Citizens Street Railway Company

Democrats accuse Seattle Electric Co in mayoral race

The Democratic committee charges Seattle Electric Co funded Mayor Humes' nomination with $5000 and hints at larger sums to sway voters in the First ward and waterfront. Beattie Electric Co. is named as seeking Humes re election to throttle municipal ownership. Critics say the company benefits from two-tier pricing and favors the incumbent.

Humes Seattle Electric Co Chas. G. Heifner Democratic Committee Electric Company Helfer Elecric Aggee Eenis Star Beattie Electric Co Beattie Seattle Seattle Tric Co

Fire at Canal Street kills several and destroys four buildings

In New York a blaze caused by an explosion in a celery celluloid factory at 212 Canal Street killed Mrs. John Durando and two others, fatally injuring two more and seriously injuring ten. Fire spread to four adjacent buildings causing about 200000 dollars in losses as workers fled the flames. Daniel Shelliard survived a fifth story leap but is gravely injured. Joseph Culley and Richard Farrington were later reported among the injured.

New York John Durando Canal Street Daniel Shelliard

City Improvement Clubs Convene on Parks and Tax Watch

The conference committee of the city improvement clubs met at 11 AM in the Chamber of Commerce. A parks committee was formed to study sites including a 160 acre tract by the Lake Washington pumping station and the Denny site at Eighth and Union. A tax and salaries oversight committee was proposed to ensure economical spending on street work and assist the assessor. A Interbay School site request was referred to the school board and the rest was postponed to the next meeting.

Improvement Clubs Chamber of Commerce Joseph Shippen W. P. Trimble B. Shorrock C. E. Fowler Lake Washington Denny Eighth Avenue Union Street Interbay Club Interbay

Fire siren false alarm at box 45 corner Sixth Ave and Pike

Fire department responded at 2 26 this afternoon to box No 45 at the corner of Sixth Avenue and Pike Street for a false alarm. No injuries or damage reported and crews cleared the scene promptly.

Sixth Avenue Pike Street

Naval recruiting post opens in Grand Central hotel

A naval recruiting office started in room 8 at the Grand Central hotel under Lieut. J. P. Morton U. S. N. Yeomen machinists and apprentices are the focus. Enlistment terms and progression are outlined with ages 15 to 21 eligibility and rapid promotion for machinists. Morton predicts strong enlistments and plans to visit several western states before a temporary June 15 office opens.

Grand Central Hotel J. P. Morton U. 8S. N Naval Navy Morton Beattle Navy Department Yakima Washington Idaho Motana Oregon Seattle

Council work this evening at city meeting

The city council will dispose of routine business including passage of the library site ordinance and discussion of acquiring 160 acres for lake front park south of Leschi park. The fire and water committee will report on Ballard well water at 60 dollars per million gallons. ELKTON Md March 4 Robert McCarthy civil war veteran oldest Washington county resident has just turned 100 credits his longevity to moderate whiskey.

Lake Washington Leschi Park Fire and Water Committee Ballard Elkton Robert McCarthy Washington County

Mortality Record From Local Funeral Notices

The death notices list Mrs Mary Masony at 120 Hipwell Street with funeral service by Rev Robert Pell. Alice Mealy age 81 dies at 418 Ninth Avenue with funeral set for Tuesday at 2 PM. Cornelius Ovitt of 00 years, G A R member, dies at Providence hospital. Andrew G Carlisle 15, son of John and Mra Carlisle of 1129 Summit Avenue North, dies yesterday with Wednesday 10 AM funeral. Thomas Mullin's funeral at Collins Sherman Foley Co. parlors, then Sacred Heart Church and Calvary Cemetery.

Mary Masony Hipwell Street Corey Robert Pell Andrew G John G. Carlisle Summit Avenue North Little Thomas Mullen Collins Sherman Foley Co Sacred Heart Church Calvary Cemetery

Botkin Murder Appeal Dismissed By Supreme Court

Mrs Cordelia Botkin in Washington reports that the Supreme Court dismissed her appeal from a California penitentiary murder sentence by agreement of both sides. It is believed counsel will pursue further efforts in California courts.

Washington, D. C Cordelia Botkin California John Dunning Supreme Court

Polls Open Tomorrow From 9 A M To 7 P M

Polls will open at 9 a m and close at 7 p m for voters to cast their ballots. Eligible residents should bring proper identification and plan for potential lines at locations across the city.

American club to mark 40th anniversary in Manke Hall

Robert Emmett Taemeh announces a 40th anniversary celebration at Manke Hall. The event features an American club program with music speeches and dancing throughout the evening.

Manke Hall

Fighting Flares Between Colombian Rebels and Government

Washington March 2. Further reports reach the state department of renewed clashes between Colombian rebels and government forces, signaling ongoing instability in the region.

Washington Ded. C State Department

Deserter Wallace Arrested After Puget Sound Yard Escape

G Wallace allegedly deserted from the Puget Sound navy yard and was captured by Policeman Searing yesterday. He had arrived with a military prisoner, but another guard left with the prisoner and Wallace remained in Seattle, now classified as a deserter.

G. Wallace Puget Sound Navy Yard Searing Wallace Seattle

Destructive runaway horses damage city truck

A team of Seattle Transfer Company horses ran away on Third Avenue from Cherry Street yesterday afternoon. The collision with a telegraph pole caused injuries to several horses while the attached truck was nearly demolished.

Seattle Third Avenue Cherry Street

Seattle Humane Society to Meet on Pound Proposal

The Seattle Humane Society holds its regular monthly meeting this evening in the parlors of the Raleigh Grand hotel. Officers will report and a discussion on a better pound is planned.

The Seattle Humane Society Ralier-Grand Hotel

ITEMS OF THE SEA

The column details multiple ships visiting and departing, including the Al-Ki from the P. C. line, the Champion from Ladner and Vancouver Island, the Colby sloop renamed Conchita, the Pleiades loading coal in port, and the City of Topeka resuming Lynn canal trips. It notes arrivals from Manila and San Francisco, and mentions passengers, freight, and a net cost estimate for a licenced vessel project.

Al-Ki P. C Champion Ladner Vancouver Island Confidence Leo Bhaw Colby Menane Conchita Pleiades San Francisco St. Paul Pacific Navigation Company Manila Dolphin Alaska Steamship Company Lynn Canal Yukon Hertha Ita Carrolla Paralion Alaska Eather Bubne Aberdeen Wash Reaper Seattle Maniia Mnet Trone Manecock C. D. Dunnan Great Northern Railway Chicago Pacife Conant Company Charles Nelson Kruse Fire Alsgka Tacoma Jeannie PP. & N. Line

Populist Candidate Haigh Remains In Race

A false report from the Ninth ward circulated about no People's party candidate for councilman. It is confirmed that John W. Haigh of Green Lake remains in the race and seeks voter support for equal rights to all and special privileges to none. Walter H. Moyer, City Committee Chairman adds the clarification.

People's Party Feld John W. Haigh Green Lake WM. H. Moyer

Shall Seattle Establish High License

The Seattle Star prints arguments for high license over low license for liquor sales. Rev W D Bimonds favors high license to reduce saloons, concentrate business, and ease control while limiting evils. opponents warn higher tax burden and unfair treatment of liquor dealers amid city revenue needs.

Rtv Seattle United States Portland San Francisco P Us Tamer W. Morrison Seattle Star Norway Sweden South Carolina Fait Tyreneon

Largest Carpet Loom To Be Built In Worcester For England

Worcester reports the construction of the world’s largest moquette-axminster carpet loom, capable of weaving a 12 foot wide carpet, claimed to surpass any prior power loom. A Seattle Commandery committee plans a reception for Masons at the new hall’s completion on Fleet avenue, with elaborate furnishings recently purchased at high cost.

Worcester Mass Bel England Seattle

Northern Theatrical Association Expands Northwest Circuit

Manager John Cort reports the Grand Opera House owner completed the purchase of the Larnon theater in North Yakima and signed transfer papers. He will book Ellensburg’s new theater under long term contract and place both under the Northwestern Theatrical association. The move aims to provide better shows and limit open nights to assure quality performances for Yakima and Ellensburg audiences.

John Cort Grand Opera House North Yakima Larnon Cortaleo Ellensburg Northweastern Theatrical Association Pacific Northwest Yakima Eilensburg

Cunard Liner Etruria Delayed En Route to Queenstown

Overdue ship report states the Cunard liner Etruria from New York has not arrived in Queenstown by March 2, though expected Saturday. The delay affects scheduled arrivals and operations for the Atlantic liner service.

Queenstown Cunard New York

Building Permits Issued for Numerous City Projects

City engineer issues permits to A. J. Allen for a two story frame apartment at 2718 Fourth Ave costing 8000. Thompenon receives a one and a half story frame at 24 Fifteenth Ave for 1400. Rodger for a one and a half story frame at 15 Eighth Ave South for 8700. Thornquist: one story frame at 3267 Twenty second Ave for 400. Ployd: two story tenement at 515 Twenty-fifth Ave South for 8000. Mrs P. Berry for a three story frame at 1212 Jackson Street costing 2600. Rachel: two story fate at 1212-16 Seventh Ave for 4000. Stark: two story frame at 1603 Seventh Ave West for 1600. Gabriel: repairs at 26 Howard Ave for 200. Hinegen: one story frame at 7120 East Madison Street for 1800. Milton: one and a half story frame at 1628 Third Ave West for 800. Mar tin: one story residence at 922 Seventeenth Ave North for 2200. Mentzer: one story frame at 618 Twenty-fifth Ave North for 200. Duffy: alterations at 112 Third Ave North for 4. Littell: one story frame at 4 Malden Street for 1600. Burton: one story frame at 62 Ninth Ave Northeast for 1750.

A. J. Allen Fourth Avenue KR. GO. Thompenon Fifteenth Avenue A. L. Rodgere Eighth Avenue WN Thornquist Twenty-second Avenue Wm. Ployd Twenty-fifth Avenue South Mre. P. Bherry Jackson Street Rachel Beventh Ave G. D. Stark Beventh Avenue Weet C. Gabriel Howard Avenue A. Hinegen East Madison Street J. Milton Third Avenue West F. J. Martin Seventeenth Avenue North J. W. Mentzer Twenty-fifth Avenue North M. Duffy Third Avenue North T. T. Littell Malden Street BE. D. Burton Ninth Avenue Northeast

Unopened Samples go on Characteristic Low Prices Sale

This morning marks the start of a sale featuring samples previously stored away and never shown before. The items are offered at characteristic low prices as part of the sample sale event.

Fragmentary Prices and Totals Noted in Scribbled List

A scratched page shows various prices and amounts such as 1.00 5.00 34.75 5.75 3.00 and 1.75. The items appear as a rough tally or shopping list with no accompanying context or descriptions. The scattered figures suggest a simple ledger or receipt fragment from a historical listing.

Finest Drapery and Upholstery Work Offer

In this notice a local tradesman advertises drapery and upholstery services. It pledges skilled workmanship, honest costs, and guaranteed quality equal to any in the United States. The message notes workers take turns to complete tasks and promises prompt execution.

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Also Mentioned on This Page

Great Sale Women’s Seattle Electric Company Usiness Men's Committee Democratic Party Mrs. Botkin Robert Emmet Taemeh Will Eveteg Humane Society Dean Newsy Ninth Ward the Star W. D. Simonds W. D. Bimonds James W. Morrison Yakima Playhouse Jenet Nordhoff Second Avenue First Ave MacDougall and Southwick EB. J. Brown Smith E. H. Hoover & CO Third EB. Co. Pike Bt Second Ave State of Washington County of King Peter McLindon Charles H. Farrell Ki County Seattle Daily Star Royd J. Tallman Ia. I. C C. A. Koepfli D. K. Sickels Frederick & Nelson Madison and Spring Streets Eversole Optical CO Beound Avenue A. Lindauer Daniel Sully Bat Seana Grand Jcus Mer Hi Charles Dalton Wilson Barrett Ralph Stuart Monte Cristo Third Avenue Theater W. M. Russell Hotel Bi Com Kirk Firet Am D. Buck
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