Firefront Devastates Fairhaven City and Mills
A massive early morning blaze in Fairhaven Washington destroys multiple mills warehouses and railway facilities along the waterfront. Firefighters and hundreds of volunteers struggle against wind as flames consume Murchison’s mill the Great Northern tracks and a Northern Pacific depot. No deaths reported though many injuries. key plants like Puget Round Sawmill Lambe Company Pacific Packing and Navigation protect their facilities. The Hellinghem Lumber Mill and stock valued at forty thousand dollars burn with insurance around twenty thousand.
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of Puget Round Sawmill and
Lambe |Company
Pacific Packing Jnd Navigation Company
Murchison's Mill
Rine
Great Northern Railway
American Can Company
Sehome Canning Company
Steel Mish Cannery
Northern Pacific
Benson Chase in Cowlitz County
Sheriff Huntington reports a possible Benson sighting on Tumwater road. A suspect man, described with coarse large hands, was questioned but proved unidentifiable. Photo proof from North Yakima later arrived. search contiued as officials consider a possible departure from Thurston County. Sheriff Mille heads to Albany to fetch Roy McClellan, 11, jailed after a prior escape, while John McClelland is appointed jailer and deputy Gerits.
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Mille
Tumwater Road
North Yaxime
Pierce County
Benson
Thurston County
Millie
Albany
Roy McClellan
Henson
McClellan
John McClelland
Gerits
David Morrell
McClelland
Tracy
Jim Woolery
King County
Investigation Begins Into Inspector Cherry Soth Ave Charges
A Portland inquiry opens into charges against Inspector Cherry in a maritime case. Testimony from Captain W H, local officials, and witnesses outline alleged insobriety and improper conduct aboard vessels including the R Warner. Cherry denies wrongdoing, defending his duties and asserting professional respect from officers and peers.
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Inspector Cherry
Cherry
Spain
Porta
Vonte
Ian Teasora
Ant
Hie Cherry
Cap
Bry
Vile
Victoria
Tacoma
Bryn
Madison theater owners deny sale to vaudeville syndicate
J. L. Wildy and A. J. Gedstein of the Madison theater state they have not sold their house to a vaudeville syndicate and have not contemplated such a move, countering reports of a sale.
Salvation Army to Move Headquarters to Old Star Theater
The Salvation Army will relocate to the former Star theater at 212 Occi dental avenue after remodeling. The new more commodious hall on Second and Yeeler will open tomorrow night with a jubilee service and a musical program featuring guitar and tambourine.
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Star Theater
Occidental Avenue
Salvation Army
Second
Yeeler
Lost ship may be Bloterdyk misidentified by Pina
The steamer Pina reported a sinking near the Atlantic on February 16. Marine experts think the German steamer Bloterdyk, 27 days from Rotterdam to Newport, may have gone down after seeking insurance. The Bloterdyk sailed from Rotterdam on February 7 toward Newport.
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Atlantic Ocean
Rotterdam
Newport
Pisa Leaves New York for Rotterdam in Apparent Abandonment
Pisa departed New York for Rotterdam on February 13 and encountered a vessel described as clearly abandoned, with reports indicating it sank three days later.
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Pisa
New York
Rotterdam
County Clerk's Office Earnings Rise in February
February earnings of the county clerk's office totaled 1027.58 with a second figure of 2214.70 for a later period. The number of civil and criminal cases filed in February reached 903, reflecting increased county clerical activity. A suit profiles the A U W lodge and the family of Diebetoh. a certificate signed by the defendant allegedly failed to fulfill a contract regarding death benefits. The defense argues Diebetoh was expelled from the lodge before his death in January for alleged false statements on a certificate of physical qualification.
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Ata Detbeich
Stephen Diebetoh
Mul
A. Oo
U. W
Sape
Diebetoh
Deenfant Ie
Desketch
Lodge
Hia
Still at It Washington Coal Commission Hears Amputed Points
In Washington on March 4 the anthracite coal commission resumed sessions after concluding interrogation on disputed points. Meetings will be held behind closed doors.
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Washington, D. C
Wanted for Till Tapping Archie Alton Arrested
Archie Alton a 16 year old was arrested in Tacoma by two officers on a warrant charging him with till tapping in the city. He allegedly obtained something from a till.
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Archie Alton
Tacoma
Alton
Maine Sails Nofolk to Join North Atlantic Squadron
The battleship Maine sailed from Maine to join the North Atlantic squadron today. The voyage marks a move in fleet disposition with a key role for the vessel in Atlantic operations.
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Nofolk
W. Va
Maine
Sully Still Holds Reins In An Early Battle
New York reports a morning battle where Sully remains the central figure as the Bears struggle. Brokere notes admiration for Sully and his calm control while the outcome shows no sign of fatigue.
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New York
Bears
Sully
Etrain
Revenue figures show customs rebates under new coal tax
JUVUNKAL Feb 2 Special Correspondence Collector of Customs Shepard cites office receipts under the new law providing a cents per ton rebate of coal. The office has rebated this month just 126 dollars. At the present rate the yearly total would be under 9000 dollars, far below the prior 20000 dollars.
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Customs
Shepard
Mill Burned at Ferndale Rubbering Whatcom
Fire swept a mill at Ferndale near Whatcom last night destroying a large quantity of lumber. Initial reports indicate extensive damage with the structure heavily damaged and preliminary estimates being gathered.
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Whatcom
Ferndale
Mayor Humes Talks 10 The Grand Jury
Mayor Humes testified to a grand jury in a two hour session describing a wide open platform and pledging none of the alleged police graft. He claimed little knowledge of city corruption and denied involvement in tenderloin hold ups or gambling house favors. Argyte and Hicks were named in relation to the campaign fund and perjury charges loomed over Piper.
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Humes
Clancy
Sullivan
Dave Argyte
Areyie
Totem Club
Ttm
Tex
Man Gl
Hummers
Arwyle
Hickards
Piper
Court rules on contested wills and marriage claims
The court issued a decision regarding a will contest and alleged marriage claims. A Newark woman sought to join as wife and receive her share from the estate, claiming a long relationship and a daughter named Matt. The defendant denied the marriage, and the court granted the decree after considering years of alleged relation and a $4 payment.
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Eatab Supreme
Newark
Chia
Matt
Huett
Hobinson
Alfred A hears delayed as trial date shifts to midweek
The hearing for Alfred A is postponed with no date set for next week. A letter arrived this morning protesting loyalty, and a note states a wife will commit death by her own hand if he is convicted and sentenced to death.
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Knapp
Hamilton
Alfred A
Tse
Champoux Case Delayed As Jurors Are Summoned
The State v Zennon Champoux murder case against Lottie Rience was continued to tomorrow to allow for more jurors to be summoned. It is expected no jury will be secured until Monday due to the defense's remaining seven challenges.
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Zennon Champoux
Lottie Rience
Ates
Jadee
Deruler
Emery
Walter Fulton
Fire Committee Recommends Engine House Sites
A city fire committee meeting recommends purchasing sites for new engine houses in second and third wards. The J. C. Sun near addition site costs 1200 dollars, Madrona Heights site 700 dollars. The panel favors killing a bill to cap assessments for water mains at six inches in residence districts, arguing owners should fund mains as their needs require.
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Council
Ein
Zibbies sue Miss Neilson for slander in Superior Court
A. H. Zibbie and wife Ariena sue Elaine Neilson for malicious slander in Judge Griffin's department seeking 6000 dollars. They claim Neilson stated to friends that the Zibbies were not legally married, prompting swift circulation. Humphrice represents the plaintiffs.
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A. H. Zibbie
Ariena Zibbie
Elaine Neilson
Griffin
Department of the Superior Court
Mine Neileon
Mine Neuvon
Hardship on Trail
Dawson reports hardship along the Stewart River route as Percy Nash, a trader, arrives by steamer Paranon after a difficult journey. He narrowly escaped death and will likely survive with injuries. A separate incident from Canon River leaves a lone traveler injured when an axe slipped, sealing fate during a routine task.
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Dawson
Percy Nash
Stewart River
Lancing
Canon River
FragmentaryCrime Note From Random OCR Passage
A damaged text fragment describes a man who prepared to kill his dog, fired shots in a wood, and was transported to a river location after injury. The tale mentions woods, a person named Woods, Canon river, and Gateon with unclear sequence and missing details.
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Woods
Canon River
Gateon
Quiet Wedding of Jay Hames Benedict and Charlotte MacDonald
Mice Charlotte MacDonald daughter of HM MacDonald and Jay Humes son of Mayor Thomas J Himes were quietly married at the groom's home on Twenty third South Avenue at 630. The bride and groom are known in Beattie with Humes a member of the Beattie police department and formerly a University of Washington athlete. Superior Judge Arthur B Griffith officiated a small party attended by friends.
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Charlotte MacDonald
HM. MacDonald
Jay Humes
Thomas J. Himes
Aeaventus
Beattie
Humes
Beattie Police Department
Unit
Washington
Arthur B. Grifith
Former Councilman McArdie Denies Care Link Rumor
The article states William McArdie, a former councilman, has spent days explaining to friends that he did not meet the Jam McArdie who filed the complaint before Justice George Ludwig. It asserts he has no connection with Care or any family member, denying ties to the matter.
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William McArdie
McArdie
George Log
Care
Bin
Murderer Benson Sought by Sheriff Coupier at Port
Sheriff Coupier of Part le writes Sheriff Cudi hee asking for a photograph of Benson the escaped Olympia convict. Report says all outgoing vessels are watched at the port. Authorities fear he may attempt to leave the country.
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Ont Sherif Coupier
Partle
Cudihee Aking
Benson
Olympia
Hen
Coun
Burglars Break Into New Marion Cigar Store
Two amateur burglars broke into the newly opened Marion building cigar store and stole a box of cigars after being spotted by a passerby. They fled on sight leaving evidence. The box was taken to the police station as evidence while the thieves remain at large.
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Marion
Peele
Seattle
Eimbrace
Baggage Handling Rules Enforce City Ordinance
The city enacts a baggage handling ordinance fixing charges and permits to take effect March 10. Inspector Marsh warns handlers to secure new permits or face municipal court fines and shutdowns from 8:00 to 11:00 on Seventh Avenue South between Grant Street Bridge and Dearborn Street to the city limit.
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Seventh Avenue
Grant Street
Dearborn Street
Vty
Poolrooms Closed in Beattie After Judge ruling
Police Inspector Willard ordered the two Beattie poolrooms Totem and Argyle closed on Chief Sullivan and Judge George guidance. The move, praised by Attorney B Fulton and Mayor Humes, aims to curb betting rings and protect unwary patrons. Grand Jury pressure and a $100 bond accompany arrests of Totem and Ba change owners Dave Argyle and Frank Clancy.
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Vpollee Willard
Sullivan
George
B. Fulton
Humes
Wiiard
Beattie
Argyle
Frank Clancy
Toute
Dave Argyle
Totem
Bachange
Fulton
Bruler
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Castle Rock
Yakima
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Sloterdyk
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Mia
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Maine Sails
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Sling Sree
Leaber
Champoux
Jay Hames
Washin
Tallman
Washington Dredging 4 Improvement Company
Thor Jet
WEW
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Peelroome
Mo Bels
Welteg
A. G. Lane
Ibeninghausen
First Ave
A & Southwick
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Hinckley
Touraine Hotel
E. J. Mickey
Prop
Main Street
Main
Albert Hansen
Steinway
Chane
Pimerron
Starr
Richmond
Plymouth
Sherman, Clay &0
Second Avenue
Gov. H. Woodhouse Co
Becond Avenue
Herbert Upper
Schewerman Elk
Pirst Ave
Cherry St
Columbia
Lake Washington
Renton
Summit
Arcede
Seattle Safe Investment Co
W. H. Thompson
James
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Pike St
Lion Clothing House
Main St
HM. W. Hicks Co
People’s Bargain Store
New Lumber Exchange
Col. Seneca
Second Ave
Indep
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