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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1903

Page

1

Beef Trust Tensions Rise Over Market Prices

The article reports clashes among meat packers and local dealers over meat prices and market control. It notes Eastern firms pressuring local packers, claims of market manipulation, and concerns for consumer prices. A bank employee reportedly took an option on a major plant, signaling possible trust activity. Mortality records include Marshall Dan, 67, at 412 Eleventh Avenue, survived by a widow and two children.

Unie Mont di KM Alos Chicago First National Bank Swift & Co Marshall Dan Hieventh Avenue Pe BP Butterworth & Lone Anete Murrives

Local Official Faces Tax and Office Restrictions

Fragmented text outlines conflicts over accepting a signed appointment and legal limits on holding office. Mentions contracts, taxes, and duties, with unclear references to individuals and measures. Further details are unreadable due to damaged source.

Mill Favor Franchise Report Sparks City Rail Debate

A local committee on corporate parts recommends granting a franchise and constructing an interurban line through the city. The proposal, backed by key supporters, faces the railway through-the-city portion and aims to connect Beattie with the interurban network.

Moston

Fought in Blackchapel Arrest Reported

George Smith and Ed Branton were arrested by Patrolmen Griffith and Hubbard in Blackchapel last night on a charge of Sighting.

Blackchapel George Smith Ed Branton Griffth and Hubbard

Wreck Delays Great Northern Freight in Montana

Special to The Star Spokane March 23 A freight wreck near Wenatchee and Keeox Montana delays Great Northern service. The westbound fast freight hit a rock slide causing the engine and seven cars to overturn. Engineer D McCoy sustained broken legs. No fatalities reported.

The Star Spokane Great Northern Wenetchee Kacex Mont Weniatehee McCoy

First Man Out From Tanana Reports Move Toward Richer Region

George G Bett, identified as the first lonary to peach Hewtth from Tapona since discovery, arrived yesterday on the steamer Dolphin. He left Chena on February 2% and estimates 1 000 men working on the creeks with more traveling from Dawnor. The Dolphin carried 22 passengers.

George G. Bett Tapona Chena Dawnor Delphin

Totem Pole Repaint Proposal Prompts City Council Debate

Funeral services for Min. H. G. Struve were held at St. Mark's Church with Rev. Liwyd officiating. Interment followed at Lakeview Cemetery. The garbled text mentions the totem pole repaint request and a city council discussion, but details are unclear.

Counell Min. H. G. Struve G. Mark Ortock Laxeview Ceamtery

Dugdale Fights Move to Open Thirteenth Avenue Park

Mr Dugdale opposes a city council petition to open Thirteenth avenue affecting the old baseball park. He claims it would ruin the park and says backers of the petition, tied to a rival club, are trying to force him to move to Madison park. He asserts the petition is a personal attack by enemies.

D. KB Thirteenth Avenue Dogdale Madison Park

New Yorkers in Seattle plan New York Society meeting

New Yorkers in Seattle will meet at 4 o clock this afternoon in the Chamber of Commerce room to form a New York society. The movement is inspired by President Roosevelt’s visit. The society will assist in entertaining him when he comes to the city in May.

Seattle Chamber of Commerce New York Roosevelt Bin City

Has Lost Faith In Her Husband Divorce Suit Filed

Marion Van Horn fled to oppose BR H Van Horn in superior court charging cruelty. Judge Tallman ordered the defendant to appear March 27 to show cause why temporary alimony should not be paid. The couple married in 1847 and have two children. Nellie Damphofer obtained a summons against her ex-husband Elmer Damphofer. An unrelated fatal train-accident report follows with a body recovered at the corner of Firet avenue and Hing street.

Marion van Horn BR. H. van Horn Mra. van Horn Tallman Nellie Damphofer Elmer Damphofer Hoa

Burdick Witness Stand Testimony Sparks Inquest Crowd

The inquest into Mrs. Burdick begins with the first witness, her attorney, while crowds gather in the Buffalo courtroom. Mrs. Burdick and her mother arrive, drawing attention as spectators crane to see the proceedings and the witness lineup unfolds.

Ben Wood Exonerated by Secretary Root in Cuba Actions

Secretary Root in Washington on March 28 formally exonerated Ben Wood from charges raised by Maj. Rathbone. He declared Wood's Cuba actions were taken with full knowledge and approval of the War Department.

Washington, D.C Root Maj Rathbone Aga HirtgeMier Leonard Ton Wood Cuba War Department

Fire Department seeks 7000 dollar appropriation for new headquarters

Chief Cook plans to ask the city council tonight to appropriate funds to complete the new Fire Department headquarters on Third Avenue South. An ordinance to allocate the money will be introduced amid likely debate over the cost, with opponents warning the city cannot afford 76000 for the project while other needs, such as the garbage crematory, are neglected.

Chief Cook City Council Cook Fire Department Third Avenue Base Street Board of Public Works

Coal Strike Ends After ThreeYear Agreement

A special telegram from Fernie reports the coal strike is ended. District unions of See Cant Creek and Morrisey have accepted terms. articles of agreement to be signed today and the contract will bind for three years. Wages at Coal Creek mines expected to be adjusted. Western Federation representatives and commissioners from the British Columbia Mining Association express satisfaction.

Coal Creek Michel and Morrisey Victoria Fernie See Cant Creek Ing Firtheh Columbia

Fire Threatens Pacific Block in Early Morning Blaze

A sixth floor fire at the Pacific Block near Occidental Avenue caused about 5000 dollars in damage, confined mainly to the Asiatic Company store and top floor. Mrs. Kate Borie woke residents with the blaze at around six, and firefighters fought the flames for under an hour, aided by water damage from the broken sky lights.

Sree Pacific Block Occidental Avenue Papert & Port Company HM. 7 Oelock Asiatic Com Lees Cook Kate Borie Noames The Asiatic Company Feer Pire Mre Sevaee Empire Mre Spriggs Guy Martin Watedorf Myer Rome Cleek Seattle

Tacoma Car Lines Struck Halts City Street Service

Tacoma Railway and Power Company workers walked out on strike delaying the city street car system. Management refused to sign union recognition and warned of potential further action as crews faced intimidation and preparations for continued work stoppages.

The Tacoma Railway and Power Company Tacoma Tacoma Railway & Power Company Car Barna

Mayor of Smith Cove Found Dead Amid Alcoholism

Thomas Kelly known as The Mayor of Smitha Cove Bandapit was found dead in his bed at 62 after years of heavy drinking. Coroner's office ruled death from alcoholism as Wallace, a friend, summoned a saloon for help but Kelly died before assistance arrived. Kelly had worked as a charcoal burner and was a familiar figure in Smith Cove.

Thomas Kelly Smitha Cove Bandapit Kelly Outy Willise Sandapit Mith Wallace

Must Pay Judgment Must Pay Judgment

Superior Judge Bell criticizes surety company practices after a judgment against American Surety in favor of Western America. He urges AG review and warns the state may pursue strong action if judgments remain unsatisfied for more than three months.

Hell BP. Wright Avia State Western America Company Bell

Fire at Moses building causes $40,000 loss

A blaze on the fourth floor of the Moses building at Second Avenue South caused about $40,000 damage. Patrolman Damm discovered the fire at around 10:90 PM and alarms were raised. Firefighters quickly controlled the flames. origin under investigation while workers in a nearby factory reported possible causes. Police arrested Peters Mulligan and Charie Givens at City Hall on vagrancy charges, ongoing in the city jail.

New Moses Second Avenue South Damm

Glass plant at Smith's Cove to resume operations

Abandoned glass works at Smith's Cove, built around six years ago by a company led by A. Melby, is set to be completed and start operations. The Northwestern Glass Company, recently incorporated with $190000 capital, will oversee finishing the plant and launching production.

Glaae Smith's Cove Yatce A A. Melby Northwestern Gliese Company

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