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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1904
Page
3
A cage at the Dor rance colliery in Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania fell after a rope broke. Two bodies reached the surface, with four or five more feared dead buried beneath wreckage at the shaft. The engineer could not stop the car before it dropped about a thousand feet. Five hundred miners fled fearing an explosion.
In St Petersburg the czar informs Viceroy Alexeiff of appointing General Kouropatkin to command land forces and Admiral Makaroff to lead naval forces. He emphasizes the pending struggle to secure Russia's dominant Pacific shore position.
Indians at Uclulet uncover a capstan bar marked Lamorna along with lumber and two boats from the Lamorna wreck. In Ballard Jimmile Ney is tried for robbing Joe Coffey at a hotel bar and bound over to the supreme court under $100 bond.
Superior Judge Tallman denounces last minute continuances that force the county to pay witness fees and mileage. Prosecuting Attorney Beott shares blame for enabling delays. County commissioners say thousands of dollars have been wasted in the past eighteen months and plan to protest to the criminal court.
A dubious sales pitch promotes Dr Shoop Restorative promising cures at the buyer’s risk. Letters from mothers and others tout recovered health after rare success stories. The ad urges readers to sign, request a book, or send a name for a “guaranteed” treatment with payment only if cured.
David R. Lewis, 61, was killed in a log chute used by the Preston Lumber Company on land leased for right of way. A shingle belt struck him as he walked the chute while workers sent bolts down. four more bolts followed, crushing his skull. Lewis, a Preston resident, leaves a widow and 8 children. Funeral set in Falls City. deputy coroner Arnold investigated.
Judge Bell dismissed Marie Carrau's request for an allowance on the $600,000 Sullivan estate while litigation continues. He found no statute to grant pre–proof support before confirming her right to the property. The court also heard motions arguing the Irish heir failed to file a timely claim after probate of the nuncupative will.
Superior Judge Bell allowed C. D. Hillman to keep operating his real estate business while wife sues for divorce. She had won a restraining order blocking transfers of community property, which was modified to require weekly transaction reports to her. Hillman plans affidavits refuting embezzlement charges linked to H. F. Hanbury, a former employee and now agent. Grace Chalmers Brown will speak at Roses Seminary tomorrow evening for the Ladies Missionary Society during the regular service.
The Knights of the Maccabees of the World announce a large reception at Christensen's Hall Arcade Building Monday evening at 7:39. Guest of honor is D. P. Markey supreme commander and noted fraternal leader. The program features joint initiation of 20 candidates by Beattle Tent No. 1 and AlkI Tent No. 2.
In St Louis Senator Burton defended himself in a bribery case detailing that Rialto Grain and Securities Company officials assured no influence was required in Washington. He cited a $500 monthly salary and said he sought clarity on expectations. Judge Krum supported the defense as rebuttal began and prosecutors pressed the case on influence. Burton appeared calm and indifferent.
Francis Davis sought a divorce after discovering his wife intended to paddle her own canoe and warned him not to interfere. He alleges she eloped with another man four months into their marriage, overturning their August nuptials and his hopes.
Judge John B Humphries declares a strong chance at the governor nomination while King county weighs its political clout. Dr J J Smith remains evasive about his campaign aims as Humphries accuses county residents of tax and patronage inequities. A Brear man contacts Smith who dodges questions and then plays a slot machine game.
William Frost, confined at the county hospital for months, was committed to the insane department by Superior Judge Tallman the morning of the report. The state case against John Franklin for burglary was dropped from the criminal court trial calendar this morning. Franklin had been slated for trial in March.
Vaudeville performer Harry O'Dell received a divorce from May O'Dell on grounds of infidelity after returning from a road tour to find her living with a handsome musician. The judge granted the divorce as applicants filed for their turn in the courtroom, drawing murmurs of approval from onlookers.
Brigadier General Rapeon of the Pacific jurisdiction attended Camp 69 Woodmen of the World meeting Tuesday evening and inspected the team’s work and equipment. The camp plans a neighborhood event at Christensen's Hall in about two weeks with fine music and decorations. Gate details to be announced. Attendance in the past month set new records.
Wholesale price guide lists fresh meats vegetables fruits dairy and poultry. Entries include cow and steer beef pork mutton veal and ham with per pound figures, vegetables like onions potatoes and celery, fruits such as oranges lemons cranberries berries and bananas, grains oats and wheat with ton or barrel rates, and dairy items including butter eggs and cheese with regional references and unit costs.
Mrs Prorence Brown testified that her husband Frank Brown would not rise before 11 o clock, losing jobs and causing hardship. Superior Judge Tallman granted a divorce, leaving Brown a grass widower with no steady income as his wife describes ongoing struggles to obtain breakfast and a stable morning routine.
A reader from Seattle protests King County Medical Bariery's bid to set up a city bacteriological laboratory. The writer says he will resign in favor of any capable candidate and criticizes spending 1200 dollars to establish and run the lab. The missive reflects local contention over public health lab oversight in Seattle.
Mrs. Mary Ellis testified in court that her husband G. Guy Ellis, a clerk, threw her clothes on the back porch and tore her hat after years of temper. The divorce was granted in 17 minutes. Mrs. Bessie Shaw also obtained a divorce from W. T. Shaw on grounds of non-support and cruelty.
Alonzo Wardell national organizer of the Rochdale cooperative system addressed members of the Labor Union Cooperative Company at Musicians' Hall last night. They discussed enlarging their store at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Union Street due to outgrowing current quarters. the firm envisions a large department store with a stock rivaling any city shop. The local cooperative has been a success from the start.
Doctor Alfred B Kibbe a Seattle specialist in eye and ear diseases died at Seattle General Hospital after weeks of illness. He contributed to early radiography and helped translate Archives of Ophthalmology. Born in Buffalo New York he studied in Europe and was unmarried. His sister from London Ontario travels to Seattle. Funeral plans await her arrival.
Cabinet sources indicate Rear Admiral Coghlan at Panama will replace Admiral Rodgers at the New York navy yard with Admiral Jewell slated to relieve Coghlan, marking a significant reshuffle in the naval command chain.
Coroner Hoye investigates the death of an unidentified tramp killed by a train in Madison. No identification found. The Pacific Coast Steamship Company sails Cottage City to the north Monday at 9. Umatilla also sails to San Francisco Monday at 9.
A Saturday night sale offers 6 and 10 cent races with specials after 6 and 2 yards for 5 cents at the 10 cent store.
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