State Sunday School raises funds with anonymous match
In Tacoma a mystery donor pledged to match subscriptions dollar for dollar until current obligations are paid. The May 17 to May MM week saw over $1,000 raised with a total surpassing $2,000, as D. B. Johnson chaired the finance committee and Rev. W. C. Merritt urged contributed gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
State
D. 3
Johnson
M. A. Catlon
W. C. Merritt
M. A. Covington
Fred Beebe
F. B. Stacy
W.C Merritt
Richard Bushell
G. M Johnson
Harry Venese
Milo A. Reet
J. A. Cathcart
Beattie
Women Pull the Plows in Manitoba Doukhobor Settlements
Ottawa report by Capt J Hubbell, Dominion land surveyor, notes Doukhobor settlers in Manitoba using many women to pull plows for land cultivation under a cooperative system. Sees large numbers yet to form villages, missionaries failing to convert them, and the group maintaining old faiths while being aided by N Metson and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Capt
J. Hubbell
Dominion Land
Manitoba
Hubbell
N. ©. Metson
St. Louis
President McKinley commutes soldier’s death sentence
President McKinley commutes the death sentence of Private Charlies Farris of Third United States Volunteer Infantry. Farris is dishonorably discharged, forfeits pay, and will serve life hard labor at Fort Leavenworth. Decoration Day flower scarcity discussed as Mrs Green offers to donate available blooms for Monday delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
McKinley
Charlies Farris
Third
United States Volunteer Injury
Immunes
Santiago
Cuba
Farris
Port Leavenworth
Green
Naval Station
Mantell Files for Bankruptcy in U S District Court
Chicago May 25 Robert Bruce Mantell actor confessed in bankruptcy petition filed in U S district court his debts total 13447 assets 1600 with a 10000 alimony judgment from New York as his principal claim. Other claims are minor salaries of former company members. He is in Philadelphia. New York May 25 JeffriesMitzaimmons fight boxes sold for 21000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Robert Bruce Mantell
United States District Court
New York
Escriia
Mantell
Philadelphia
The Three Guardsmen at Third Avenue Theater
Dulliton presents The Three Guardsmen at the Third Avenue Theater in a lighthearted amusement program. Local patrons are invited to enjoy a breezy performance featuring a trio of escorting guards in a staged comic skit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Third Avenue Theater
Three Guardsmen
Child Blinded by Powder in SHPLAYVILLE Incident
In SHPLAYVILLE Indiana on May 8 Landen Bhaw aged years touched a match to a powder horn and it exploded injuring his eyes, destroying his sight.
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Shplayville
Ind
Landen Bhaw
Gould Rumor Revived in Continental Diamond Match Battle
New York reports Edwin Gould again signed contracts to transfer Continental Match Company interests to rival Diamond Match Company. The conflict has long divided the firms, with Diamond paying a 10 percent dividend and owning key patents like the Beecher match machine, plus pine forests in Michigan and factories in Liverpool and Brazil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Edwin Gould
Continental Match Company
Diamond Match Company
Gould
Diatmond Company
Michigan
Liverpool
England
Brazil
Hidden Gold Tale in New Mexico Cave Unearthed
May and E Gallagos found a six mile cave wall tablet in Las Vegas New Mexico revealing Latin and Spanish manuscripts. They describe Spanish and French colonists attacked by Indians with four survivors and a buried grave near a cave containing gold and silver bullion. Half of the treasure was promised to the heirs. Treasure remains unfound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallago
Steel and iron on the boom
The iron and steel business is booming with prices soaring due to demand and short supply. Brokers play no role. the rise is a natural condition. Bessemer pig iron is quoted today at 87.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsrung
Bessemer Pig Ie
Confirms Manila Fight Reports and Casualties
The War department confirms yesterday's dispatches from Manila and a cable from Gen Otis detailing injuries to Geo Cathelin of the Twentieth artillery and the deaths of Corporal Pipes and Privates Whitlock and Sullivan of the Kansas regiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
CPD
War Department
Presse
Manila
Otis
Geo. Cathelin
Twentieth Artillery
Pipes
Whitlock and Sullivan
Kansas Regiment
Last Day of the Big Jubilee in Washington
The May jubilee closes with a grand float exhibit before the White House and a speech by Senator Thurston. General John M. Wilson arrives on his West inspection tour and visits fortifications, Lake Washington canal sites, and Magnolia Bluff with a party including Senator Foster and others. The Kalfa assault case on Pike Street continues with witnesses and a 2:30 continuation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
White House
Thurston
John M. Wilson
Engineer Corps of
United States
Rainier Grand
Lake Washington Canal
A. G. Foster
BE. O. Graves
Burke
J. J. McGiora
W. J. Clise
Seattle
K. M. Kalfa
Pike Street
W. DD. Wilkie
Cann
Fishing schooners Return with Halibut and Salmon Creel
Doncaster brings about 2000 pounds of halibut while Hero carries 15000 pounds from the Cape. Columbia river salmon runs rise per local fish market men though shad shipments grow yet small fish remain scarce. Loading the Robertson raft at West Seattle proceeds slowly hindered by delays in pile deliveries from Hood Canal.
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Doncaster
Hero
Cape
Columbia River
Columbia
Robertson
West Seattle
Hood Canal
Lota only 20 each to Pratt's Orchard Add
Property note records show twenty parcels allotted to Pratt's Orchard Addition with a stated quantity of twenty units each in the deed list. Local land office records indicate transfer or allocation details for the Pratt's Orchard area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lota
Pratt
Invitation to Visit Alaska Sparks Boundary Debate
Washington May 2 The American branch of the joint Canadian American commission received a detailed invitation from Skagway Alaska chamber of commerce president to visit and observe conditions. The appeal stresses U S rights to all territory within 90 miles of the coast and boundary line and has impressed several commission members. It notes prior reports that a majority of Skagway residents favor annexation to Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
BD. C
Joint High Canadian Commission
Chamber of Commerce of
Gagway
Skagway
United States
Commission
Canada
Revenue cutter Rush arrives with Nunivak in tow at Seattle harbor
The Rush and the Yukon river steamer Nunivak reached Seattle from Eureka California late yesterday afternoon. Police and civic notes report on a embezzlement case against Harry Black dismissed for conflicting evidence, a theft conviction of J J Williamson, and other local happenings including road and building activity. The White Pass railway work advances with 1600 men employed and a funeral for Bertha J Stewart conducted.
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Rush
Eureka
Cal
Yukon
Harry Black
Patrick Sherry
Cann
White Pass
Summit
Lake Bennett
Endeavor Society Founder Speaks at Firet Bap Event
Dr Clark of the Endeavor group delivers remarks at a Night and Appreciation event at First Baptist. He praises growth over four years and honors J HM Lewis. An impromptu business meeting follows with officers elected including W W Clark vice president and May Little junior superintendent.
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H. Clark
Endeavor Society
Clark
Endeavor
Hiw
Heten- Clark
J. HM. Lewis
Boviety
Hia
Lowing
W. W. Clark
Ellie Shepherd
Dyer
May Little
C. KE
Mind of Jackson man after long memory loss
Mathias Breingrul of Jackson township battles years of blank memory after Civil War battle injuries at Resaca de la Palma. He recalls the event and hospital treatment then suffered persistent mental fog and a shift in consciousness, claiming to be Tl and awaiting Taylor for some political claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mathias Breingrul
Jackson Township
Ber
Resaca de la Palma
Taylor
Mad dog attacks children in Covington causing severe injuries
A mad dog roared through Covington street at morning and attacked three children near Mrs Darling's home. The animal bit a little girl on the arms and shoulders, another child suffered a facial bruise, and the dog killed a chick before residents killed it. A county subscription to fund madstone treatment for the injured is planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Ind
F Darling
Darling
Bradbury
Lafayetto
Pettigrew Doubtful On Manila Return Route Plans
Chamber of Commerce members debated muster out for volunteers returning from the Philippines with Magnolia Bluffs as the proposed site. U S Senator Pettigrew sent a letter regarding Seattle transit for troops, while Town battleship and Nagasaki routes loom. Rev Sheldon Jackson spoke on Alaska trade and reindeer prospects with a caution on animal losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Philippines
Magnolia Bluffs
W. W. Robinson, Jr
Magnolia Plus
U. S
K. F. Pettigrew
South
Honolulu
Nagaski
Orient
San Francisco
Seattle
Graves
Battleshin Town
Puget Sound Naval Station
Sheldon Jackson
Alaska
Jack
Chased Filipinos Reported by Two Colonels
War Department released reports by Col. Fred Funston and Col. Stotzenberg of the First Nebraska detailing an expedition against Filipino forces. The dispatches recount actions and outcomes of the pursuit during the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Department
Fred Funston
Col
Stotzenberg
Nebraska
Lumber shipment to China linked to Portland trip
Frank L. Wash leaves today for Portland on business tied to lumber exports for railroad construction in China. A party of four from Anaconda, Montana, stayed at the Butter, suspected of seeking mining local dona. Names: George Lancaster, Matt Peppard, Oscar McVay, Ira J. Walker. Bank clearances reach 243,113.00 with balances of 985,010.61.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank L. Wash
Portland
China
Anaconda
Moat
Tt Ia
George Lancaster
Matt Peppard
Oscar McVay
Ira J. Walker
THREE BOATS FOR THE NORTH
Three steamers headed for the north and waiting at Lynn canal. The Dirigo departed from Schwabacher dock with many passengers including Mr. and Mrs. W J Walthers for Dawson and freight. The Orisaba left Ocean dock with Alfred Kay and engineers bound for Cook Inlet coal development. The Humboldt slated to wait for Kagway this evening carrying heavy freight and passengers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn Canal
Dirigo
Schwabacher Dock
Dawson
Mra
Orisaba
Ocean Dock
Alfred Kay
Standard 1 Company
Cook Inlet
Utin
Humboldt
Kagway
Ashe
H. A. Wright
F. C Well
BR. Thom
A. J. Gilbert
Mina EB. Garrett
R. EB. Hichcomb
H. ©. Storey
G. K Dickineon
J. BP. Mubrick
Mre. Mubrick
MH. Kanter
Narrow Escape From Drowning
James Harris a coal passer on the steamer Orizaba fell into the water from the Ocean dock this morning. Second Officer Howarth leapt in and after a hard struggle brought Harris to the deck. He was unconscious with a deep head wound and taken to Providence hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Harris
Ocean Dock
Howarth
Harris
Monscious
Providence Hospital
Fugitive Baker Recaptured by County Sheriff
Baker, the Massachusetts fugitive, escaped Monday evening on Third Avenue. Deputy Sheriff Wilson captured him next morning in a Cherry to James street block, bounded by Fourth and Fifth avenues, and he is jailed. Habert is wanted in Boston for a $90 embassement from Adams Express. Inspector Morrisey may take Baker back to Boston with him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. EF. Baker
Massachusetts
L. Levieee
Third Avenue
Wilson
Cherry and
James Street
Fourth
Fifth Avenue
Habert
Boston
Adam's Express Company
Morrisey
Faye
Baker
Ladies Jersey Ribbed Vests and Underwear Sale
A readable listing of women and misses undergarments offered Friday and Saturday. Items include ribbed vests with trimmed neck and crochet details, undergarments in cotton, long sleeve options, and summer weight wear priced at 10c to 1 each, highlighting value and finishing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LADIM
LADOS
Merina
Mipon
Hotel Bronson Offers Low Rates and Accessible Rooms
Dell Crane, manager, advertises Hotel Bronson with single and en suite rooms, good elevator service, and low rates. The note suggests trying the Rochester Hotel for accommodations, mentioning second floor rooms, week-long stays, and amenities like electric lights and bathtubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hotel Bronson
Evenue
Dell Crane
Rochester
Pike
Miteide
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Paradise
Pratt's Orch
Kansas
Humes
Thomas Campbell Copeland
Th & Movement
J. J. Williamson
Glenn
James Bothwell
J. K. Bothwell
Clay City
Clay County
I.ee
Tacoma- Seattle
Board of Regents
John W. Carson
McElroy
Madison Street
Ann McMlroy
Samuel C. Calderhead
Guarantee Loan & Trust Company
EB. Bh. Downey Et al
Roy R. Hazard
Jessie A. Morford
Beattie, Lee
T. H. Dempsey
Union Trunk Mne
Demperey
Madrona Park
Dempsey
D. Th. Youngs
Merite and Water
F. N. Little
Mr. Little
California
Street Department
G. W. McNutt
Dee Moines
Geo. F. Lewis
Lewis
Los Angeles
Bertha J. Stewart
Malden Avenue
Nate
Like Inc
Mad Doc
Pettigrew
Dadota
Marke
Comoe
Wright
O. W. Peterson & Bro
Pike St
Hothia
York
Hirst Avenue
Winter & Harper
Second Ave
Seattle, Wash
Sherman
Clay
D. S. Johnston
Second Ave. Burke Building
Acme Publishing Co
Alloy
Upper
Segond Avenue
Queen City Steam Landry
Nae Ave
Fue Viner ST
Rational Bank OF An
Aisaien Teenesetet
Viee Preaidens
Perk Bares
Yester Way
Ceeesceess Venecees
Uae
Een Gener
Great Northern
Foley Bros. & Larcens
Meiok
D. Taylor
Sarr-Boyd Big
Eet & Army Goods
Navy
First Avenue
Chas
Meeton
Yesler Way
Seattle Junk Co
Ht & Railroad Oe
No Second Ave
Seattle Abstract Co
Manson
Cimon
H. Hensel
Manty
Hinckley
Olen
Seston
White Tx
B.D. Voria
Recond Eve
Depew
Attorkneys
LAKEL
Bai Bull Scott & Men
P. Daniels
Charles N. Enor
Linsay
Atta
James Bothwell Mortgne
Surance & Surety Bonds
Dancing Academy
Bowt
Colomtlan
Hansen
Epening
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