Kaiser wounded by iron weapon amid Bremen incident
March 7 report describes Dietrich Willand, a youth, striking Kaiser with iron fragment from Rathakeller to the station. The emperor sustained a bruised cheek but is not seriously harmed, remaining in bed. An official bulletin notes a one and a half inch wound healed without sewing. Weyland is linked to a self-inflicted poisoning death.
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Kateer
Dietrich Willand
Assail
Bremen
Kroecher
Voolfiermus Shouta
Hoch
Leuthol
Bergmann
Mystery duel report sparks engagement setback
A garbled dispatch claims Sara Mangino of John Wileen Durant sent a death report from a duel to mislead reporters and derail an interview. the text asserts Durant’s treachery and a breach of promise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L.sara Mangino
John Wileen Durant
Durant
Oregon Girl Miss Knight Died After Long Illness
A Salem born Oregon girl Miss Knight, connected to Gen JF Miller's family and Col. a prominent lawyer, died about a month ago after a long illness. The report notes a Manchester suit for damages and Knight's travels from Portland to New York, highlighting a Northwest tour.
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Liverpool
Knight
the of Manchester
Oregon
Salem
J. F. Miller
Col
Portland
New York
Boers Engage in Fierce Fighting Near Lichtenburg
From Pretoria reports London March 1 that Boers and ET Telarey clash near Lichtenburg in the south Transvaal close to Mafeking. Lieut Mull is reported wounded. Kitchener sends reinforcements as fighting stretches over several days. Durban March 7 says Commandant Engeltryduces and burghers have captured in a separate report from The Mercury.
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London
Kitchener
Pretoria
Lichtenburg
Transvaal
Mafekingrand
Durban
Mercury
Sweden
Hair wash for Gen Kitchener returns to London
London dispatch notes a large shipment of hair wash to protect General Kitchener and other returning soldiers from South Africa’s climate. The piece describes hair loss among officers and mentions General Ellison nearly bald and the Duke of Marlborough also affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Honer
South Africa
Ellie
Marlborough
Marital Ties Shift In New Albany Family
In New Albany Indiana on March 7 a woman formerly married and divorced is said to have remarried her husband who was once jailed for killing her brother. The family tale includes a prominent heiress soon linked to a $200000 inheritance. two children, a girl and a son, were noted in the couple’s troubled history as they planned to move forward after years apart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Albany
Ind
Louisa Jr
Téuien B. Koch
Indiana
William B. Gaines
Uncertain Life of Mrs Gaines and Family in Sherman
Mrs Gaines moved to Sherman with her children where her father died. A contested will and a murder trial followed after Gaines killed a man in court. She spent lavishly on her defense, obtained a divorce, and remarried in jail with pals seeking reunion. A Louisville medium claimed to relay her brother’s confirmation of a self defense plea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Sherman
University appropriation debate stirs Olympia session
Both houses spend the morning on the appropriation bill. The state university seems poised for a liberal levy as education funding draws growing attention. Senator Heinrich's canal bill provokes discussion while the post house lags, prompting calls for night sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olympia
State University
Heinrich
Wes
Post House
Louvre Saloon Proprietor Arrested Over Side Entrance Case
Henry Asmussen, proprietor of the Louvre Saloon at 16% First Avenue, was arrested by Detective Phillips on a charge of violating the side entrance ordinance. He will be fined under the ordinance. Today a number of saloons not in compliance face possible further arrests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Asmussen
Louvre
First Avenue
Phillips
Astrussen
Totay Pe Oguantiy Sn
Port Townsend Man Wounded In Woodcutting Accident
Arthur Van Ormen of Port Townsend was brought to the city last night after an axe nearly severed his right foot near the ankle while cutting wood. Evpl Bortes reports the injured man is slowly recovering from the shock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur van Ormen
Port Townsend
Monodom First Avenue
van Ormen
Evpl Bortes
Van
Altruistic colony fails on Conroy farm in New Jersey
The altruistic settlement near Mount Holly Burlington county failed to sustain a no-law, no-police community. Founders included A B Dulin F Mullins Samuel M Jones and others. members paid fees for a life of courtesy but farm life proved unworkable and the property was sold last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Holly
N. J
Conroy
Own
Burlington County
Dulin
Washington, D. C
Fenton F. Mullins
Samuel M. Jones
Toledo
Geo. W. Gates
Bristol, Conn
M. A. P. McCrary
Hot Springs
Ark
Jones
Fears of Disaster For Numidian Steamer
Fears are entertained that a mishap has fallen the steamer Numidian from Liverpool with Strathcona's horse aboard. The steamer was due Sunday but has not yet been sighted.
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Halifam
Liverpool
Strathcona
South Africa
Death of Chas E. Howard Aged 77
Chas E. Howard aged 77 died today at his residence on First Avenue. He was a member of Stevens Post No. 1 G A R. The body is at Butterworth's London. March 7.
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Chas. E. Howard
First Avenue
Stevens Post Nol
Butterworth's
Floor collapse traps students during Mercer County spelling bee
A schoolhouse in Kiln Mercer county was crowded for a spelling bee when the floor collapsed near a stove. Several fell into the cellar about ten feet, the stove ruptured and fire started. People rushed to a single exit as some were trampled. Injured were treated nearby and none are expected to die.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sharon
Kile
Mercer County
Cuban Uprising Rumor Sparks Alarm in Havana
Senor Gongales Quesada, ex Cuban commissioner to Washington, warns that those scheming an uprising against the Americans aim not to free Cuba but to crush it forever, signaling heightened tensions in Havana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Senor Gongales Quesada
Washington
Cuba
Steamship Movements and Naval Tides Near Vancouver
Marine notes report the foot-boat destroyer Golda borough nearing sea trials this afternoon. Alaska Steamship lines expect Dirigo and Dolphin to arrive in Skagway on the 12th and the lith, with Farallon to sail from Bohnabacher’s dock for Skagway on Saturday. Port Albert carries lumber from Port Blakeley and will sail tomorrow. The Duke of Cornwall plans a Vancouver visit late September or early October via Quebec and the United States before returning to England.
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Alaska Steamship Company
Skagway
Dirigo
Dolphin
Farallon
Bohnabacher’s Dock
London
Duke of Cornwall
Vancouver
Quebec
United States
England
May Wheat. McGuire Dead at His Residence
Jan F McGuire died today at his residence 1996 East Union Street. He leaves a brother George McGuire and other relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jan. F. McGuire
East Union Street
George McGuire
Star in Perseus Signals Great Events Across Centuries
Astronomy writer T. N. Wilson discusses a brilliant new star found in Perseus and notes it has appeared about every 500 years since the era began. He cites historic correspondences such as the birth of Christ, the era of Mohammed, and the Norman conquest as prior signals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
T. N. Wilson
Perseus
Christ
Mohammed
Will Welcome the Soldiers in Washington
Former Volk and cavalry veterans will be welcomed by the First Washington Volunteer Association. A reception plan was discussed at the Armory meeting. Secretary Budlong was tasked to contact Lieut. Col. Lahn of the 26th Infantry for details. A reception committee was formed with powers to convene further meetings. National Guard units and the Fortson Relief Corps offered help. A letter from General Charles Ks thanking the association for greeting him on the Santa Anna anniversary was read.
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Volk
Sfth
Washington Volunteer Association
Armory
Budlong
Col. Lahn
26Th Infantry
F. Gorham
W. BD. Covington
M. H. Gormsey
H. J. Moss
Or Ae
Beattie National Guard
Fortson Relief Corps
Ajor Dawson
Charien Ks
First
Washington
Battle of
Santa Anna
Chamber Hires Committee For Pioneer Square Fountain Plan
The Seattle chamber forms a new committee to study beautification of Pioneer Square chaired by C E Crane Josiah Collins C F Blaine with President Cliee and Secretary Preech. A fountain near the totem pole is favored to enhance the prominent spot with public donations likely to cover costs. The key issue is securing a water supply for the feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Pioneer Square
Chamber
C. E. Crane
Josiah Collins
C. F. Blaine
Cliee
Preech
Dimenley
Portland Official Arrest Shocks City Parish Officers
C. N. Scott, treasurer of City Parish, is under arrest on charges of embezzling 1500 dollars from the church. He previously served as auditor and later as receiver for the Oregon Railroad Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
C. N. Scott
City Parish
The
Oregon Railroad Co
Frye Confirmed for Senate Presidency in Unanimous Vote
FOR FRYE WASHINGTON, D. C, March 7. The senate confirmed nominations and ratified a general convention amendment. Senate chose Frye of Maine for president pro tempore in a unanimous vote, though Frye was in a rear room and not present for the vote. Morgan spoke on the Isthmian canal legislation, saying he had spent his life on the issue and did not expect to see an Egyptian canal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Senate
Hrusvels
Seasion Allison
Auton
Pro ‘Oppore
Frye
Maines
Pathor
Morgan
Ex-convict McArthur captured in Ravalla for Dotson murder
James McArthur, the ex convict accused of killing Capt. Dotson on February 4, was captured at Ravalla, Montana. Officials believe Dotson's son, serving life in prison, orchestrated the homicide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hmeluna
Mont
James McArthur
Capt
Dotson
Ravalla
Buffet De Deroulede Duel Seen Likely in Paris
Paris report says the Deroulede Buffet feud will lead to a duel after Deroulede accused Buffet of insult and invited weapon choice following Buffets denial. The exchange escalates tensions between the two figures and signals an imminent confrontation in the capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Mercht
Buffet-Deroulede
Deroulede
Buffet
Piuffet
Local Crime and Inquest Briefs
Wester Peall was arrested yesterday on a charge of vagrancy by Patrolmen Hubbard and Preemen and was discharged today. J Fill was sentenced to two days in jail by Judge George for theft of overeats. Coroner Hoye returned from Franklin with an inquest into the death of nun Lawrence in a mine. the jury found accidental death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wester Peall
Hubbard
Preemen
Disc
J. Fill Wee
George
Hoye
Franklin
Nun Lawrence
Law and Order League in new challenge to warrants
A city case involving Attorney Beaumont and faulty warrants in the George's court against W. H. Howard of 614 First avenue and another matter at 119 Second avenue was dismissed. Beaumont contends the dismissals were improper despite warrant errors, noting warrants were based on Cohen affidavits and suggesting verification gaps.
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Law and Order League
Vice
Beaumont
George's Court
W. H. Howard
First Avenue
Recond Avenue
W. L. Cohen
Society of Law and Order
Pacific Coast Steamship to Spend 290000 on Docks and Warehouses
The Pacific Coast Steamship Co. will soon spend 250000 to build two brick warehouses and two slips at the ocean dock. Foundations for the city dock warehouses are nearly finished and work at the ocean dock will start shortly. Modern offices will replace the current off shack used by Mr. Mellen as business grows and traffic increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Pacific Coast Steamship Co
Ocean Dock
City Dock
Mellen
Pacific Coast Steamship Company
Senate wary of Morgan peg on Isthmian canal speech
The senate does not expect to vote on Morgan's resolution to abrogate the Clayton Bulwer treaty. It serves merely as a peg for his long Isthmian canal speech. Abrogation would require action by both houses.
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Washington, D. C
Senate
Morgan
Priest's Suicide Shocks Minneapolis Hotel Scene
Rev Francia J Budzikowski a Catholic priest shot himself twice in the chest while in bed at the Golden Wear hotel in Minneapolis after being discharged from the Duluth diocese. The incident occurred on March 7 and left authorities to investigate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Minn
Francia J. Budzikowski
Golden Wear
Duluth
Lamp Explosion Burns Colfax Guests Injuring Several
In Colfax Washington on March 17 Donald Rigte and wife W C Pudge and Mrs J M Grady were guests at a hotel when a lamp exploded burning them and leaving several others injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colfax
Wash
Donald Rigte
W. C. Pudge
J. M. Grady
Grieg Stricken by Influenza at 57 in Copenhagen
Copenhagen dispatch reports composer Grieg aged 57 is seriously ill with influenza. The illness prompted concern over his health as authorities monitor his condition and potential impact on upcoming engagements. He has long been a prominent figure in music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copenhagen
Police Arrest P J Smith in Ta for Alleged Theft
P J Smith, sought in a $90 theft from A Litts a roomer at the Oregon lodging house, was arrested last night in Ta Special Officer Crane leads the case. Washington reports an early adjournment of the extra session of the senate likely Saturday. Cullom and Cockrell named regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
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P. J. Smith
A. Litts
Oregon
Crane
Washington, D. C
Senate
Cullom
Cockrell
Smithsonian Institution
Slavery Case Read in Anderson Grand Jury
The grand jury presentment in slavery cases was read in a packed court. Most allegations are sustained but abuses are not widespread, limited to about twenty farmers. Convicts were whipped in stockades, with James Fowler's stockade noting 100 lashes and others shot at. The jury calls for abolition of convict contracts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Fowler
Fowler
Plaintiff recants claim in assault case before court
The plaintiff on the witness stand admits an error and that John Doe had nothing to do with the assault. Attorneys discuss the complaint charging a slot machine crime and disputes over affidavits warrants and code sections as the case proceeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Doe
Eue
Star
Ju George's Court
Samuel Mulvey
Chinese women in San Francisco may face arrest test
Secretary Gage urged U S Attorney General Griggs to arrest Chinese women thought to be held in slavery and test their right to stay. Collector Stratton sent the letter to Chinese Inspector Dunn who doubts feasibility but will aid in the movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Gage
U. 8
Griggs
San Francisc
United States
Port Stratton
Dunn
Wil
Building Permits Issued for Homes and Stores
City engineer's office issues multiple permits including a 1 ½ story frame cottage at Lake View add valued at 800 dollars and a 1 ½ story frame building at 1110 South Sixteenth Avenue for 280 dollars. Other projects include alterations at 723 South 6th Avenue 200 dollars a brick basement home at 1881 Thirteenth Avenue 1200 dollars and more across Bellevue Avenue North Second Avenue South 24th Avenue Nineteenth and Twentieth Avenues totaling 940 425 2090 and 1000 dollars respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John &. Williams
Lake View Add
Nellie D. Wirth
South
Sixteenth Avenue
H. P. Secker
Sooth 6Th Avenue
A. F. Smith
Nineteenth Avenue
Frank Atwood
Second Avenue
The Count de Hasbeen Proposes to Gladys Richasmudd
Gladys Richasmudd whispers to her father that Count de Hasbeen asks for her hand. He balks at bric-a-brac bills and lawyers fees, suggesting a compromise with an automobile and a Sarah Bernhardt ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladys Richasmudd
Count de Hasbeen
Old Richasmudd
Sarah Bernhardt
Seaton Case Goes To The Jury This Afternoon
The Seaton murder trial enters closing arguments after a day of rebuttal testimony by Anna Konklin revealing Seaton s ungovernable temper. Prosecution argues motive and animus while defense rests. The jury is expected to decide this afternoon once all arguments finish.
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Wm. Seaton
Criminal Department of the Superior Court
Anna Konklin
Dan Richards
Seaton
Dee. Grant
Beaton
Gill
Birge
Fulton
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Whatcom
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Jas, McGuire
Star of Bethlehem
For Frye
Cowen
Indianapoliire
Ina
Yeesterday
H. Graves
E. c. Hawkins
Francia Lee
J. Brite
White Pass
Yukon
Victoria
Chas, Stewart
Dodwell - Co
Frank W. Cotterill
T. E. Burton
House Committee On Rivers and Harbors
Visrt Beattle
Chamber Commerce
Congressional Committee
Beattie
Aera Faben
Faben
Brunner & Co
Pike Street
Renton Hill Addition
Frbert Supper
Bocheverman
Fires Avenue
Cherry St
Tel
Stewart & Holmes Drug Co
Firet Avenue
Cherry Bt
Miles & Piper CO
Yesler Way
Migliavacca Wine Company
Main St
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