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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1904

Page

3

Heir to fortune found dying in local hospital

Massachusetts man named Charlies Tyler, the heir to a fortune, was found at Providence hospital with a critical condition. Police had pursued him after the fortune story circulated, and a cafe manager identified him as a former cook from his establishment. Details on the fortune remain unclear.

Charlies Tyler Massachusetts Providence Hospital Dropay Manca Laubecher McDonald Aick Tyler Manie

Russia Urges Europe to Ally Against America

In Saint Petersburg March, Novoe Vremya prints a bitter attack by M. Sauvorine on the United States. He urges Russia to form an alliance with Great Britain, calling America a dangerous, insolent parvenu and urging Europe to unite for mutual protection against American encroachment.

Petersburg M. Sauvorine United States Novoe Vremya Sauvorine Russia Great Britain England America Europe

Mayors Arcade Theater Relief Expedition Ends in Theft

P J Hayes, a mayoral acquaintance, was relieved of $25 at Mayors Arcade Theater Monday night. Mabel Lathrop, a dive worker, was arrested on the theft charge after Hayes was steered into a box and later found money missing. Police, aided by the mayor, held Lathrop in jail overnight while pursuing a proper complaint.

Arcade Theater P. J. Hayes Ballinger Hayes Mabel Lathrop Riley Mabel Hubbard Thompson

Dr Shoop's Rheumatic Cure Promoted for Uric Acid Relief

An advertisement claims Dr Shoop's Rheumatic Cure dissolves uric acid in joints and tissues, alkalizes the body, and may aid rheumatism. It urges readers to request a trial bottle on risk and to write for an informational brochure, promising refund if unsuccessful.

Efi Germany Bhoop Racine Dr. Shoop

Crockett Sues Alaska Petroleum for Nine Thousand Dollars

Co. EB. Crockett files suit in superior court against Alaska Petroleum & Co claiming a $9,000 stake and seeks a receiver for 14,000 shares, plus injunction to halt stock disposal. Defendants include O E B Sauter R J Montgomery H B Har riman and J H Miracle. Crockett says Miracle secured possession of lands then transferred to the company for 6,000,000 shares and dollars, with 3,000,000 shares returned. he seeks $50,000 interest and a share in the 3,000,000 shares.

Crockett Miracle

Light for Green Lake Gas Franchise Meeting

A representative from American Improvement company seeks a Green Lake franchise to supply gas at 1 dollar and plans a city wide main extension. The Green Lake Improvement club hosts a meeting at Good Templars hall tomorrow night to gauge potential contracts and discuss street cow and horse restrictions on sidewalks.

American Improvement Company Green Lake

Sea Otter Killed on Hoquiam Beach by Local Man

March 30 report from Hoquiam states Joe Bilyeu of North Beach killed a sea otter with a club on the beach. The hide valued at $200 or more. Otter hunters and Indians have recently shot many fur animals, but this death is described as extraordinary. The otter likely washed ashore and was killed before it could reach deep water.

Joe Bilyeu North Beach Bilyeu

Young James G Blaine and wife reportedly part

Washington March 29 The Blaine family quarrel resurfaces with reports that James G Blaine and Martha Hichborn Blaine have separated. Martha recently returned to her mother in New York while James contemplates whether the move is permanent. The couple wed in June 1901 and had previous separation rumors in 1904 that were disputed.

Washington James G. Blaine Lis James G Martha Hichborn Philip Hichborn Blaines New York

Health board opposes garbage franchise in Seattle

Health officials led by Dr J B Loughary oppose granting a waste collection franchise to Charles Segate and others. They reiterate support for a municipal system, arguing private control impractical and city profits should accrue to the public. The board cites past experience with the Yaw franchise as warning.

Health Board Charles Segate Luciow J. B. Loughary Board of Health Loughary Seattle

Contempt ruling sends attorney and claimant to jail

Attorney J W Robinson and client Marie Carrall jailed three hours for contempt after defying Judge Hanford order to stop prosecution in the Sullivan estate case. Judge Gilbert in San Francisco issued a writ of habeas corpus to free them pending a hearing, with proceedings set for Monday.

J. W. Robinson Marie Carrall Sullivan Hanford Gilbert Circuit Court San Francisco Robinson

Sealed letter stirs estate fight in New Haven court

In New Haven Connecticut March a bitter dispute over Philo Bennett's estate centers on a sealed letter. Appellant W J Bryan seeks its admission to claim 6000 for his family but Six Judge Stoddard contends the letter is extraneous and untruthful. Court rules the letter cannot be referred to at present.

New Haven Conn Philo Bennett W. J. Bryan Stoddard Bryan

Gill's defense of committee appointments sparks council feud

President Gill, defending his city council picks, pledges no regret and blames Crichton and Chamberlain allies for opposing him. He accuses the Great Northern faction of rewarding supporters and weakening key committees, while denying vindictive motives in the reshuffle.

Gill Charlie Chamberlain Great Northern Halfway Company Kies Town Dr. Crichton Ninth Ward Ths Murphy Kiplinger J. W. Clive Gue Trust Chamberlain Great Northern Crichton Frank P. Mullen Mullen J. P D. Farrell Democratic Central Committee Tom Church Mr. Farrell Daulton Conway Jonneton Cole Zbinden Farrell Johnson

Fire Burns Store. Rescuer Refused to Leave

A blaze gutted a store with Ithe and Andil inside. The fire department arrived after most of the flames were out and Andil suffered severe burns to the head and neck but stayed to see the fire extinguished. Estimated loss about $20.

Ife Andil

Americans Protest Russian Flag Incident at Newchwang

At Newchwang the American flag was ordered hauled down from a house used by American correspondents. Consul Miller protested to Russian officials, who backed down this morning and allowed the flag to be raised again. Five merchantmen now report a Russian fleet off Port Arthur, shelling shore forts.

Newchwang United States Miller Port Arthur

Delaney Exam Goes Smoothly for Incoming Police Chief

Thomas R. Delaney, set to become police chief on April 1, took his civil service examination this morning. The test was described as a formality with no questions about his plans for Beattie or its virtue.

Thomas R. Delaney Police Department Beattie

Baxter sues De Soto Placer Mining for wages

Marion W. Baxter sues in superior court against De Soto Placer Mining Company to recover 3700 dollars for services rendered. She alleges 3000 earned as employee and 700 already paid.

Marion WB. Baxter Sult de Soto Placer Mining Company

March Building Permits Rise With Missing Alaska Totals

Building permits issued this month show a sharp rise as of March in Pittsburg led by the Building Inspector’s office. The total reported is 24.0 dollars, missing about 340.0 percent due to Alaska’s exclusion. Only the foundation permit for a new structure is filed, indicating a fraction of the final cost. Separately, J. M. Gusky firm, long known clothiers, was placed in receivership this morning. No statement was released. Hourn's Millinery at 15 Third Ave.

Building Inspector Place Alaska Pittsburg J. M. Gusky

Chief Cook Saves Fire Scene With Selzer Bottles

Chief Cook of the fire department, while briefly switching horses at city hall, rushed to a gasoline blast at Alfred Hadi's Third avenue store. He grabbed loaded server bottles from a burning shelf and helped quell the blaze, sparing valuable property.

Cook Alfred Hadi Third Avenue James Cherry Streets Hadi Madi'a

Freedom Was Short in Western Federation News

Telluride delivered warning to W D Hayw secretary and treasurer of the Western Federation of Miners but he remains missing. Mercer, accused of dene gecration, posted bond then was rearrested and jailed with three attorneys arriving under military guard. Denver dispatch dated March 4 reports ongoing turmoil.

Telluride W. D. Hayw Wesern Federation of Miners Ridgeswry Mercer

Likely William Booth Identified After Railroad Fatality

Coroner Hoye was notified this morning that the man killed by a railroad train near Madison last week is probably William. No other identifying details were given. The suit of M K Anderson against Pacific Coast Company for 5000 in personal injuries is before Judge Albertson in superior court today. Anderson alleges he was struck by a guard gate at First Avenue and King Street, with the accident occurring last October.

Hoye M. K. Anderson Pacific Coast Company Albertson Andron First Avenue King Street

Also Mentioned on This Page

Charles Tyler Uncle Sam Parvenu Jas. G. Blaine Aine Mins Vanes J. Redelsheimer & Co Strongest First Ave Cor Columbia Herald Oor Hig Hourn's Millinery 3Rd Ave Roosevelt Jacob Chief Berippa News Ans'n WM. Booth Keystone Liquor Co Seneca Malis Dren Newhall E&. W. Newhall& Co Dent Elsmere N. B McCarthy Dry Goods Company
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