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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1903
Page
6
The Ontario Jockey Club meeting opened at Weedbine today and will run 12 days. Entries across events are numerous and high class, promising a successful meet with strong outlook.
The decomposed body of William Galke, an employee of Heinrich Bros brewery, was found in Lake Union by two rowing children. Police and coroner investigated, morgue identified him, with no known relatives except a brother in Milwaukee. Friends suspect accidental drowning, not suicide.
A promotional note urges readers to buy a variety of small musical instruments from the Kimball Piano line. It highlights comfort at sea, mountains, camps, and country settings and promises customer satisfaction as it showcases a large, complete stock.
A playful feature paints Weather Forecaster Salibur y as proud of a perfect day. The piece lampoons forecasts while claiming a string of charming, sunny weather for Seattle with hints of tomorrow's continuation and a presidential ride planned in Renton’s hills.
The image shows former President Cleveland with Grover Cleveland and others in a Lake Erie fishing setting near Beattie Island. The group, including John Foster and John Uri Lloyd, is pictured during a summer stay on Lake Erie islands. Cleveland baits a hook while friends joke and fish, amid dedication ceremonies nearby.
Sir Michael Herbert, the British ambassador, will attend a dinner in New York hosted by the Pilgrims' Club, a New York branch of a London organization. Bishop Henry Otter serves as vice president, with Adjutant General Henry C. Corbin among organizers.
The University of Glasgow principal attacks the Carnegie Trust saying it does not aid students as claimed. He explains rising self supporting students grow restless and questions funding. He urges allocating funds to expand the professoriate rather than tuition support.
Mrs Benton and Mrs Parkhurst hosted a luncheon for Miss Ida Corey. Mrs Cookingham attended a boat party, and a Beattie Theater tea honors Miss Ida Corey and Miss Kate Maden. Mrs Lord and Mrs Lord hosted tea on Boyleston Avenue for Miss Kate Haden. Invitations sent for a card party and reception for Miss Mervick. The Midnight Adieu Club planned a ball at Littles Hall next week. Mrs Hall hosts a breakfast for Ora Hreyn and Corey. Mrs Thomsen invited Mrs J H Milburn and Miss Cordin. Mrs Fulton entertained the Friday Evening Card Club. Meattie High School junior class gave plant to seniors. Miss Lotu Detge hosted young ladies yesterday. Miss Crane and Miss Pitabet Crane invited to May 0 at Queen Anne Place for Miss Ethel Tikine-hy Mitelone.
A damaged OCR fragment references Arthur B Jewett, a Cincinnati artist, and mentions a young girl, freedom on a farm, and a vehicle. The text is incomplete and unclear about actions or outcomes.
Local industrial leaders argue Seattle factories must expand to control Asian markets and capture profits from China Japan Siberia and the Philippines. They warn investment in regional plants will boost city wealth and employment as exporters increase output.
Cincinnati Ohio May 2 A Klondike prospectress known for her claim on Kiendite and a heroine of a Chiba trip is the daughter of Ulrich Kapfer owner of Dominion Creek Gold Mine Alaska. The Kapfer family, sent to the Klondike in 1899, returned after three years of hardship now wealthy.
The Beattie theater presents Jerome K. Jerome's Mrs Hobbs a comedy about a young woman who fancies herself a hater of men. Miss Catherine Counties stars in the title role with many funny scenes and climaxes. Also on the bill The Great Diamond Robbery at Seattle theater Tonight and Walter Sanford Company My Jack opens at Third Avenue theater tomorrow night in a dramatic scenic production with strong scenes including a scorched a dewer. The Sewer of Gold plays matinee and tonight as the summer engagement continues.
A trainer describes elephant intelligence and kindness as essential to handling animals. He recalls Hero the elephant defending a sacred bull from a yellow dog, killing the intruder with force when necessary, then noting the strengthened bond between Hero and the bull. Also announces Harriet Clark Johnson studio move to 818 East Howell with travel details for an AOU meeting in St Paul.
Chicago May 3 Ministers of all denominations are invited by Rev. Jenkin Lloyd Jones to observe Emerson's birthday tomorrow with sermons reflecting the occasion. The appeal notes Emerson's influence as a heritage for thinking people and cites Matthew Arnold calling him a friend and aider to those seeking a higher life.
Vandalia will operate a new nonstop train from St Louis to New York starting tomorrow. The service departs at 12 30 noon and reaches New York the following evening. Also noted is jeweler Louie Klodt moving to 1020 Second Avenue.
Mrs. Marta Hendrix accused her son and husband of beating her in a case before Judge Cann. The court fined the son 25 and the father 1, rebuking them for assuming control over a woman’s home despite her alleged wrong. The incident involved a dispute over entry to the house and threats with improvised weapons.
In Worcester Mase on May 28 a memorial tablet marking the site of the first Worcester schoolhouse where John Adams taught school was unveiled by the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Washington May 16 Special The piece argues Russia aims to gain Manchuria for minerals and ports despite war risks. It notes European powers eye China and cites Hay notes defending Chinese integrity while predicting a potential European war if Russia advances. It highlights US and Japan as decisive rivals in halting partition.
The Madison Theater at Corner Viret Avenue announces new management and daily performances from 2 15 p m. May 18 2005. Acts include The Great Betelutta with Senor Parique Gabardon and Spanish dancers direct from Madrid, John codford & Marbor Jeannette in Moth Sidea of Life, Arthur Lane Hebe Dude, Morey Lorne tenor, Dan M VY and Jarry Smith in song, plus a new moving picture. Admission to all parts of the house is 100.
The OCR fragment mentions a supplier or company STERN Le snc Mason but provides no coherent event or action. No clear date, place, or participants are identifiable.
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