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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1901

Page

3

Dolphin Captain Completes Record Canal Run

Captain John A. led the Dolphin to port after a six day twenty one hour round trip on the canal. The vessel carried twenty six passengers including Miller, Sladen, Kane, and Savant amid illness and tension surrounding a melancholia case aboard.

Dolphin John A Pases Miller KR. MH. Sladen Yono H. M. Savant J. W H. G. Kane Washington

Yukon Council Member Travels to Dawson via Moose and Skagway

Giroward of Athabaska journeys to Dawson en route to take up registrar duties with the Yukon council. Judge Choquette presided at a court session where a bond was issued. Hon. James Rows appointed commissioner of the Yukon replacing Mr. Ogilvio. Ross plans to depart Moose for Vancouver then Skagway, traveling over the ice.

Giroward Athabaska Se Todat Dawson Choquette James Rows Yukon Ogilvio Ross Moose Vancouver Skagway

Bible School Teachers Institute at First Baptist Church

A Bible School teachers institute will be held at First Baptist Church on March 25 27 33 and 9. Mrs James Edmunds of Port will lead sessions for Sunday school workers. Discussions follow each session with Mr Edmunds on the organ The Primary Lesson The Gradation of the Child The Bible Echo The Preparan tion and Management of the Bible School are among topics.

First Baptist Tee Jas. Edmunds Port Edmunds Life Organiza Bible School

Memorial on Pioneer Place Fountain Plan Discussed

A Seattle city council and chamber of commerce committee discussed a fountain for Pioneer Place. The Pioneer Association trustees attended as the first formal decision set a $56,000 fundraising target. The city will seek water access, the Snoqualmie Power Co will grant perpetual electricity, and funds will be raised with a design competition for a skilled artist to supply full specifications.

The of Commerce Pions Seattle Sncnile Power Co Pioneer Association

World of Labor and Sweat Shops Skirmish in Chicago

An article notes friction between foremen and workers in Chicago amid labor themes. References Bishop Potter and the Brotherhood, a penitentiary deal, and shifts in production toward machinery. It hints at large numbers and possible upcoming excitements or conflicts in labor history.

Bishop Potter New York Brotherhood of Chicago

Shell Fire Across the Horizon Described by Veteran Sailor

A Cali man recounts Mare Island Mare Island range tests aboard the Oregon revealing how naval gunnery sights align from the aiming stand to a distant 11 foot square screen. The account details the turret view through a telescope and the geometry used to sight shells.

Cali Oregon Mare

Hard to Aim Aboard a Ship with Onboard Gun Fire

A narrator describes the extreme difficulty of aiming artillery from a rolling ship. The gun crew, aided by wheels and levers, achieves a shot that tears part of a white canvas target as the telegraph key is pressed. The scene highlights naval gunnery skill amid chaotic sea motion.

Vieton St. Vitus Galtor-Man Herrmann

Missing Persons Inquiries Pass Through Police Line

The chief of police reports recent inquiries from several citizens seeking missing persons. Names include Andrew Wilson in Spokane. Fred Jackson in Kansas City. James Leonard in Bining. Wm. T. Hill in Toronto. Samuel Mesh in Cleveland. Harry Williams last seen in Arcata. James Leyde in St. Paul. Geo. Carpenter last heard from December 1900 in Portland. Rufus R. Caldwell in Tulare. a Weymouth resident seeks her father lost about six years ago. W. Wallace Sanderson sought by Helen W Chandler of Lyman Massachusetts.

Meredith Mary A. Davis Spokane Wash Andrew Wilson G. Bartlett Kansas City Fred Jackson F. A. Coutts Bining James Leonard M. A. Brown Toronto Canada Saatnens Seattle Helen W. Chandler Lyman. Maass W. Wallace Sanderson

Rattlers Go Home Backward Says Denver Expert

Denver rattlesnake expert Harry Davies says rattlers sometimes retreat tail first when pursued. He disputes Capt. Cecil A. Deane and W. C. Ferrill over whether snakes enter holes head or tail first, offering to demonstrate with rattlers.

Harry Davies Denver Cecil A. Deane War Relic Department State Capitol W. ¢. Ferrill Historical and Natural History Society Capt. Deane Ferrill Prof. Davies Denver Republican Capt Deane Curio Professor Davies

Narrow Arctic Rescue of Doctors and Mail Carriers

A letter from Nome reports Dr. Sears and two companions nearly perished after illness while seeking an abandoned claim near New Year. A relief party from the Arctic Brotherhood aided Sears to Nome by sleigh. Mail riders Al Smith and McLean completed a 500 mile run amid perilous conditions and Norton F. G. Kimball and a companion escaped death after being carried on an ice flow for 48 hours until wind shifted.

Harry Reinhardt Skagway G. J. Kolash Nome Sears Dr. J Arctic Brotherhood al Smith McLean Eaton Norton F. G. Kimball Railway Mail Service

Washington Volunteers Association to form national group

The Washington Volunteers Association met at the Armory to discuss forming a national organization. The local group plans to entertain Washington volunteers being mustered out in San Francisco and host a dance or dinner at the Armory upon their Seattle arrival.

Washington Volunteers’ Association Armory Washington Boys San Francisco Seattle

Funeral notices for local residents reflect church services

The funeral for Mary J. La Rocque was held this morning at the Church of Our Lady of Good Help with interment at Calvary Cemetery. Tomorrow services for Mrs. F. G. Kramer will be held by Bonney & Stewart's funeral home. Funeral services for Wm. W. Anderson were held at 10 o'clock this morning at Butterworth's chapel.

Mary J. la Rocque Church of Our Lady of Good Help Calvary Cemetery F. G. Kramer Bonney & Stewart Wm. W. Anderson Butterworth’s

Local Playhouses See Profitable Week Busy With Notable Acts

The week offered strong attractions at the Grand opera house and Third Avenue theater. Nell Gwynn at the Grand and the Ralph B B Cummings company return teased summer success. Laura Nelson Hall impressed as Nell Gwynn while The Village Priest drew patrons. Chand Recital promises a rare piano evening by Mme Carreno at Plymouth Congregational church March 2.

Nonights Nell Qwyne Grand Opera House Clowes Ralph Bb. Cummings Grand Laura Nelson Hall Nell Gwynn Ahe Umea Mme. Carreno Auspions Ladies’ Musical Club Flymouth Mme. Carreno Haa Plymouth Congregational Church Notick Steinway

Parien Priest at Seattle Theater Delights With Daniel Sully

Daniel Sully presents The Parien Priest in Seattle featuring a strong Father Whalen performance. Play blends humor and pathos as two lovers drift apart, weaving a tale of conflict and resolve with picturesque staging and simple beauty.

Daniel Sully New York Boston Seattle Daniel L. Hart Father Whalen

Neill Company to Present Two Major Operatic Dramas

James Neill and his company arrive at the Grand Opera House next week with two leading works Under Two Flags and Ellen Gwyn the King s House The lineup includes A Social Highwayman and a Faust production at the Third Avenue theater with Goethes masterpiece staged by Lewis Morrison The review praises refined decorum and moral aims over risqué insinuations

Grand Opera House James Neill Neill Nefli Oudin New York Ellen Gwyn King’s House Wen Neill Company R. Owen Meach Chas. Reade Onl Tt Otly Netll Company James Nettl Company Courtice Jaffray Morton Harley Jaffray Third Avenue Theater Lewis Morrison Goethe Faust

Theatre Listings at Beattie and Third Avenue Theatres

The Searchite notes Beattie theater during March 41 with The County Fair starring Nell Burgess as Abigail Prue. Shirley company returns week of March 11 with The War of Wealth and other titles. J J Rosenthal presents The Good Girl at Third Avenue week of April 4. Chas Frohman stages The Little Minstrel at Beattie soon. New York run extended to 299 nights and packed houses.

Neil Burgone Abigail Prue Beattie Theater New England Nell Burgess Allaal Prue Shirley Third Avenue Theater Miss Shirley J. J. Rosenthal Chas, Frohman

Puget Sound Bridge Wins Cremerton Wharf Contract

The Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Co of Seattle has the contract to build the ordnance wharf and concrete sea wall at Bremerton. Government funds exceed 84000 dollars, with 60 to 100 men employed. work expected to take about four months under Manager H H Fowler.

Puget Sound Bridge & Dredging Co Beattle Cremerton HH. Fowler Dredging Company

Suburban Mail Carrier Proposals Open for Local Rail Lines

Bealed proposals called for carrying suburban mail between the post office and Beatle and Mamner Beach Third street Sub urban Grant Street Electric and Beattle Traction Co. Mide to be received by March 41 applicants must be at least 14 years old and quarterly wages are not to be paid.

Beatle Mamner Beach Third Street & Suburban Grant Street Electric Beattle Traction Co Mide

W C T U to Hold March Meeting at North Baptist Church

The Seattle North W C T U plans to omit the March partition meeting and instead promises an unusually interesting program for the regular meeting on March 5 in the North Baptist church. All are invited.

Rainier Lodge No. 166 Germania Seattle North W. C

Charcot Treatment Promises Nerve Strength and Vitality

An advertisement touts a nerve tonic claimed to restore strength and health for nervous prostration indigestion from anxiety and overwork. It asserts real durable power, promotes vitality, and cites physician authority with locations in Beattie Washington and others.

G. O. Guy Beattie, Wash

Bartell Drug Co Offers Fair Prices on Prescriptions

In an ad style note the Bartell Drug Co promotes accurate prescription filling and competent pharmacists. It highlights sundries at reasonable prices with window hints mentioning products like 20¢ Packer's Tar Soap and 15¢ Virginia Bouquet.

Bartell Drug Co Mennen

Faust at the Third Avenue Theater Next Week

A notice states that during the Faust performance at the third Avenue theater next week no persons will be seated while the curtain is up.

Ird Avenue

Seattle’s Finest Furniture Store Opening This Saturday

The new Seattle furniture store opens on Saturday March 30 with a musical program by the Seattle Military Band. It promises an expansive display of carpets, furniture and draperies, exclusive patterns, and high end pieces including three piece bedroom suits and expensive curtains. The article urges all to attend and notes no invitation cards will be sent.

Seattle Northwest

Aeolian Grand Orchestra at Rainier Grand Café Schedule

The notice lists Aeolian Grand Orchestra performances at the Rainier Grand Café every evening from 6 30 to 6 30 and 10 p m to 12 p m plus three Saturday dances by the Musicians Union at the Armory on March 23 30 and April 6. Tickets are Sir. and ladies free with Diamond seat the best and the price is no more than the cheapest. Tel Main 1069.

Rainier Grand Cafe Musicians’ Union Armory

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