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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1903
Page
3
Fragmented OCR shows numerous medicine and toiletry products listed with quantities and brands such as Carter's Meadache, Fletcher's, Liver Pills, Packer's Tar Soap, Red Cross Tar Soap, and Olive Oils. The text resembles an old catalogue or newspaper ad page with many misspellings and broken words.
Ex Governor McGraw backs a plan to reserve a block of seats for large families at the president's Seattle visit. Fathers like W C Baskett advocate front-row spots for themselves and their many children, arguing their family turnout should be recognized during the address.
In Issaquah May voters face a fierce contest between two factions the Citizens and the Coal Company aligned group. The Citizens back retiring director W E Holland while the coal faction seeks change amid alleged ballot color tampering to sway miners facing job risk. The town buzzes as an inevitable struggle tests independence and governance of the school board.
Chinese mother-in-law known as the she tiger tortured and killed a wife then killed herself after the missing son’s absence. Authorities report the brutal scene and a public inquiry into the cruelty as residents await judgment and action.
The Rendstrom family claim a discovered hardening method for copper, aiming to mass produce edge tools. They formed a corporation with Antec Manuspany, bought Union brass foundry, and plan a factory site at South Park. They claim copper can be as hard as tempered steel, offering 15 percent efficiency over ancient methods.
Local church listings on Market Street and surrounding avenues detail morning sermons by Rev J B Weber Rev Frederick E Ford and Rev J G McPherson among others. Evening services feature topics such as The Past Young Man An Overcoming Path and The Socialism? discussion with multiple parishes including First Presbyterian First M P Green Lake and Church of Our Lady of Good Help.
Wilmon Tucker to be appointed as special judge to try the county’s suit against Charlie F Whittlesey former county treasurer over a nearly $29,000 shortage. Appointment agreed by Prosecuting Attorney Scott and Attorney G Memory. Trial not set on regular calendar. Whittlesey’s possible indictment for larceny embezzlement noted by grand jury.
An unclear transfer of details describes a man accused of tossing a worthless check for $20 to a William Mills Center official, with the suspect detained after a late arrival and a forged signature tied to A Murdoch and A Sutherland linked to the Eastern and Western Oyster Company.
John Donnell was found at the bay foot of the shore at 1 a m struggling and calling for help. Dr De Soto of Wayside Mission Hospital aided his exit from the water and Mittie received injuries during the ducking.
Opening of season tomorrow Sunday invites movement with dancing afternoon and evening. An excursion to Pleasant Beach offers round trip fare and admission to a dance with a wave prior program. The Laundry Drivers Protective Association announces lessons daily and a variety of speakers at the event.
Advertising claims the product contains no animal fat or grease and eliminates blemishes like tan sunburn and pimples. It is described as a pure vegetable compound that leaves skin soft and beautiful. Availability noted at all stores of Stone Fisher Lane.
Local property listing notes Harvey and Sons as owners of a parcel at 24th Avenue and Vine, referencing Roth Phones in the area. The item outlines a real estate or business frontage designation and associated firms.
Weather affected games at Athletic Park as Helena and Portland teams played in heavy rain. Scores show Helena 7, Portland 6, with Beattie credited for 3 hits and Hite tallying 6 runs for Helena. Attendance 200. Umpire Huston. Other city reports include Spokane and San Francisco results with small crowds and mixed pitching.
A morning market report notes advances in several items on Western avenue. Parsnip, cabbage, peas, strawberries, oranges, lemons and apples show price rises, with boxes and crates priced per unit or per sack. Vegetables and fruit trade activity reflect higher wholesale and producer prices across multiple categories.
Pacific Packing and Navigation Co. announces sailing details from Arlington Dock Seattle. Company reserves right to change steamers or sailing dates without notice. Operating Agent CAINE Main 1147 618 First Avenue.
Inland ferry and steamer timetable sections list departures from Port Orchard Bremerton Sidney Beattie and Everett city routes with multiple daily trips and weekend gaps. A separate notice announces a special meeting of Independent Telephone Company stockholders on June 2 2008 at 1 00 a m to vote on increasing capital stock to one million dollars Beattie Washington April.
City council committee on public buildings and grounds will report after agreeing on a site next Wednesday. Redward Parry and J A James chair a special panel to gather detailed information on proposed sites including Third Avenue Pine Street and Pike Street North Seattle. The Yesler property purchase shifts sentiment as discussions continue.
Joe Corbett pitched for Los Angeles in a 14 to 2 rout over Seattle at recreation park. He used a mix of low and fast balls with an occasional curve, dominating the Seattle hitters as Locomotive Bratth struggled at the plate. Seattle totaled two runs while Los Angeles peppered the ball, while other city box scores note Sacramento and Portland games with varied totals and pitchers.
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