Gold shipments to Seattle exceed prior year totals
Two local banks received notices of a large gold shipment en route to Seattle totaling 800000 dollars. Washington Trust Company expected 700000 and National Bank of Commerce 100000. Arrival anticipated June 10 to 15. First National Bank of Fairbanks predicts 6 to 8 million dollars for the Fairbanks camp this year, excluding the Tanana district. Advices say mining season is ideal with ample water.
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Patrbanks
Seattle
Washington Trust Company
National Bank of Commerce
RK. C. Wood
First National Bank of
Fairbanks
Alaska
W. H. Parsons
Tanana
Pullman Rate Case Arguments Heard Before ICC
In Chicago on May 26 the interstate commerce commission hears arguments over reducing upper berth rates in Northwest sleeping cars. Pullman contends it is not a common carrier and only rents berths, so ICC orders should not apply. Attorneys George Fernald and PF Daniels represent Pullman.
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Ny United Press
Chicago
Interstate Commerce Commission
Pullman Company
Commission
Northwest
George Fernald
PF. B. Daniels
Post Office Introduces Identification for General Delivery
Postal officials impose ID requirements at general delivery windows to curb misuse. They say many recipients should receive mail at home or business addresses rather than at the window.
Wife Seeks Divorce and $15,500 in Suit
Marion F Armitage files for divorce in superior court charging cruel treatment over 18 months. She alleges a March 16 slap and public insults and seeks return of $1,009 from an autos sale plus $10,000 of her husband Green wood Armitage’s fortune and $4,500 previously settled at marriage.
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Marion F. Armitage
Greenwood Armitage
Commercial club backs commission form government
North Yakima reports the Commercial Club voted unanimously last night to approve a resolution in favor of adopting a commission form of government.
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North Yakima
Chief Boyle Warns of Summer Fire Dangers
Fire Chief Boyle warns of increased wildfire risk from hot ashes and sun heated materials as summer nears. He advises using water to smother fires, keeping doors closed, and calling the fire department promptly. He stresses safe exit, handling valuables last, and avoiding smoke filled hallways during evacuations.
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Boyle
Longest Love Affair in U S May Reach Seventieth Wedding
A feature on enduring romance traces a couple whose lifelong devotion spans over 70 years. Readers are invited to reflect on advice from parents and the belief that true love survives time, with the couple approaching their seventieth anniversary in 1911.
Love That Stretches Through a Comet’s Cycle
A long love story from 1832 to 1835 and beyond unfolds between James Maxwell, a Scotch farmer, and Mary Elizabeth. Despite 76 years together, age gaps, and public commentary on divorce, they affirm love lasts through thick and thin. She recalls meeting him young, he wooed her, and they share a tender devotion as old age approaches. May God bless them.
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Barron
Father
Halley
James
Mr. Maxwell
James Maxwell
Mary Elizabeth
Old Soldiers Parade Monday for Memorial Day Observance
Memorial Day activities close public schools and honor veterans with a parade. Grand Army of the Republic units Ladies of the G A R and Women's Relief Corps join school programs and a formal march lineup led by Major C Newell from First Ave and Virginia Street to the Grand Opera House.
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Grand Army of the Republic
Women's Relief Corps
C. Newell
First Ay
Virginia St
First Av
Pine At
Second Av
Cherry St
Grand Opera House
Fergt
Fred A. Ribbach
National Guard of
Washington
Ajor
Washington Naval Iutte
Ensign Entry la
Ah Miller
Grand Army the Republic
George
Blevens Pont
M. Powellames A. Benton
Grand Army of the
Hrrepublic
Levi
Bristol Green Lake
Mortara
Camp Thorygeson
Camp Fortaon
Camp McKinney
Ager
Ys W
Town Votes Wet and County Dry
Sand Point voted wet by 76 in a county election that overall went dry by about 425. Early canvassers noted both sides working through the day as results were released.
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Sand Point
Ida
Labor Unions End Rift Endorsing Mammoth Tuberculosis Exhibit
At Labor Temple last night all city unions voted to endorse the Mammoth tuberculosis exhibit to be held next week. Dr. Eugene Kelley and Willam K. McKibben spoke on the league plans before union representatives approved the effort unanimously. Tuesday is Labor Day at the exhibit with speakers and features. Superintendent A B Burroughs arranged county schools’ involvement and sought league literature for distribution to children attending the event.
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Pawe
Labor Temple
Eugene Kelley
State Board of Heath
Willam K. McKibben
Anti- Tuberculosis League
A. B Burroughs
League
McKibben
Townsend Heiress Marries Peter Gerry in D C Ceremony
Mathilda Townsend, heiress who rejected the Duc d Alba over a marriage settlement, wed Peter Gerry at noon in Washington D C. President Taft Vice President Sherman and cabinet members attended the ceremony with Miss Katherine Elkins as maid of honor and Bert Livton as best man. The officiant was Rev Rolland Cotton Smith and a diamond corsage was among the gifts.
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Washington, D. C
Mathilda Townsend
Duc d' Alba
Peter Gerry
Taft
Sherman
Questa
Katherine Elkins
Abrazel
Bert Livton
Rolland Cotton Smith
St. Johns Episcopal Church
Arne Eldridge
Newever
Miss Townsend
Allance
King County Democratic Club Mourns John Y Terry
The King County Democratic club issues condolences on the death of John Y Terry former state committeeman. Resolutions praise his fearless energetic and conscientious service to democracy and his role as a loving husband father and upright Beattle citizen.
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King County
Democratic Club
John ¥. Terry
John Y
Terry
Beattle
King County Democratic Club
Condolences From County Officials for Loss in Washington
King County Washington extends heartfelt sympathy to the wife and family in their hour of sorrow and affliction as expressed by W A Holzheimer George Kharyan and A B Ernst on behalf of the committees.
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King County
Washington
W. A. Holzheimer
George Kharyan
A. B. Ernst
Isaacs Boy Finds Name and Family at Last
The Inanee boy once known as the Tanace and later as the Tanace boy, ward of the Washington Children's Home Society for 11 years, learns who his parents are after readers in The Star towns send in clues. He now feels he belongs and has found his folks.
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Mtar
Washington Children's Home Society
King County
Tanace
Btar
Bnohomish
Charleston
Tansen
No matter how often a man falls in love he can do it more foollably next time
A brief aphorism credits the stubborn folly of repeatedly seeking romance. It highlights the pattern of falling in love again despite prior missteps and frames love as a recurring, imprudent impulse.
Acquittal Follows Trial in Ave City Theft Case
In Mays Landing New Jersey United Press reports that three days after the trial a witness was acquitted of a major theft tied to a million dollar incident in Ave City. Adams reportedly fell from a tree or structure the night of the alleged theft.
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United Prec
Mays Landing
Witla
Ave City
Adams
Girl Resists Flirtation After Growing Tired of Suitor
A young woman remains firm in her resolve and refuses advances from a man after expressing weariness with the relationship. The exchange highlights caution and personal boundaries within courtship.
Multiple Small Property Listings Near Pike and Broadways
A collection of real estate pitches offers cheap deeds and 16 percent yields at Room Cottage near Pike, plus farm bargains of 20 acres near Auburn and other acreages near Olympia Seattle Bremerton and Tacoma. Advertisements claim rapid sale cash terms near rail and road routes with various prices and fixtures.
Magnolia Bluff District Home Offer Promises Cash Bonus
Real estate ad touts a $10 cash incentive and a large 560 by 120 foot lot in the Magnolia Bluff district. Encourages readers to contact for details and today’s opportunity.
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Magnolia Bluff
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