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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1916
Page
9
The port commission backs a municipally owned belt line to ease rail and water trade charges. Voters supported the belt line but must approve funds transfer at Tuesday’s election. Railroads resist, promising a “gentlemen’s agreement” to swap lines yet fear loss of their access and profits.
The piece notes a prosperity wave reaching the Pacific coast with accompanying fog. Brand Whitlock is described as having a honorable and useful career while rumors suggest a vice presidential bid. Germany launches its spring drive ahead of rivals in the political maneuvering.
UW student Orpet faces murder charges in the Lambert case with schoolmates testifying to a "peculiar fascination" for young girls and boasting of conquests. Observers warn such men pose danger to roam girls, noting the deadly and dishonorable potential of his traits.
A reader defends missionaries in Far Eastern posts, detailing low costs for servants and board, long service without vacations, and the impact of Christianity on local awakenings. Other letters advise on romance and teen dancing norms, urging parental accompaniment.
A popular novel will be published in weekly installments this week and continue each Monday through Saturday. Readers may request back copies by contacting the circulation department.
Vendome confirms a hidden cave near Land's End holding the lost crown jewels. The French ambassador will be informed now the matter is validated and must await Paris guidance before action. Blake pressures for access, while Vendome and allies plan to guard the site and pursue legal title issues as France weighs its response.
An engine cylinder head failure an hour from Washington delayed the Vendome train nearly two hours to Torrington. Jake was aboard and used an unoccupied seat to move forward during the wait.
Blake seeks jewels at Land's End and Springberry Farm cave. He ignores warnings, disturbs a hidden rock wall, fires a pistol into the darkness, and a rock collapses on him, killing him as the cave stream bears his body away. The scene closes with a note of further continuation.
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