Brutal hold-up near King Street described in confusion
A violent assault occurred near Tenth gouth and King on Monday around 9 o'clock. F. L. Charland of 1450 Mile Avenue South was knocked senseless by two robbers who stripped his coat and shoes and fled. He recalls a second encounter near King Street where he was ordered to raise his hands and struck, losing memory of the events.
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Tenth Gouth
King
Mile Avenue South
Char Swap
Con
Hiem
King Street
Assault and extortion claim at scene ends with arrest
An incident yesterday left a person badly struck with a cane during a dispute with Collins over a possible payoff. Officer Roberts intervened as the two argued about a ten or twenty dollar offer and both men were taken into custody.
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Collins
Roberts
BP Applequist Held Over False Pretenses Charge
A man named BP Applequist faced a hearing on a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses after arrest on suspicion. The case involves a financial transaction linked to E. Deruen and a First National matter.
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BP Applequist
E. Deruen
Ta City Officials Inspect Telephone Improvements
City officials including Mayor Campbell and City Engineer Taylor arrived in Ta- and spent the day in Seattle with Seeley Hunt of the Telephone Co. The delegation, joined by Wyman and others, toured a Flyer dock, the Rainfer building, and the telephone plant at Fourth Avenue, inspecting poles and proposed improvements before leaving in the evening.
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Ta- S
Seattle
Seeley & Hunt
The
Telephone Co
Campbell
Taylor
Miller
Salm- Britton
Hamsey
Rolce Walter Christian
Wyman
Seeley
Hunt
Fourth Avenue
Return of volunteers to begin sails in June
Overseas volunteers embarkation starts with the Forty-seventh and continues through the Forty-ninth brigades. Sailing planned for June 1 with additional detachments. ships expected to reach San Francisco by month’s end marking one of several fiscal year milestones.
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D. C
San Francis
City Hall approves paving contracts on Madison Street project
City officials authorize Alcatraz Asphalt to pave Terry Avenue and Madison Street. The package covers 10 Madison Street maintenance for 10 years at 11,475 dollars and overall project costs totaling 29,000 dollars.
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Alcatraz
Terry Avenue
Madison
Svenue
Madison Street
Minters Rally in Support of Nine-Hour Day Demand
Workers at a machinists’ union stage a show of solidarity for a nine-hour day. The campaign centers on securing better hours and fair labor standards through organized action and collective bargaining.
Court Records Show Surge in Case Filings At County Clerk
County clerk reports a large number of cases filed late in the year. Personal injury recoveries include one for 46,000 dollars involving an electric shock incident at Snoqualmie Farm home on Second Avenue.
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Pton
Snoqualmie Farm
Second Avenue
Lawsuit list over injuries and damages across firms
The Alaska Mail Steamship Co is defendant in a suit by Charles Haas for 20000 for injuries from an explosion aboard a company boat. Thomas N. Clark sues Jacobs Theheim for 20000 for injuries from a fallen elevator. A B White sues Seattle Labor Temple for 800 claiming stock promised for labor temple construction was not delivered.
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Alaska Mail Steamship Co
Charles Haas
Thomas N. Clark
Jacobs Theheim
A.B. White
Seattle Labor Temple Association
Thin City
Plaintif Save
Burglar Strikes Pike Street Grocery Store
The store of James G. Love at 87 Pike Street was entered Monday by a likely familiar thief. About $7.50 in coins and a tea can containing 85 cents were taken, plus $2.50 in nickels from the till. Mr. Love notified police yesterday afternoon.
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James G. Love
Pike Street
Detective Wappenstein Stricken By Pneumonia
Detective C. W. Wappenstein is dangerously ill at his home at Twenty second avenue and King street. He was troubled by stomach complaints for days and pneumonia has developed.
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C. W. Wappenstein
Twenty-second Avenue
King Street
Lost boy Clare Evara found by Bicycle Officer
Bicycle Officer Deval picked up a four year old boy on Second Avenue yesterday afternoon. He gave his name as Clare Evara and wore dark shorts a blue waist and a brown cap.
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Deval
Second Avenue
Clare Evara
Left a Note for Mother Halstead End Life in Cincinnati
May 29. Benton Co Halstead an attorney aged about 41 in Cincinnati swallowed carbolic acid and died. He had practiced in Indianapolis but returned home due to ill health and melancholia. A note left for his mother was withheld from the coroner by the family.
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Cincinnati
Benton Co
Halstead
B. C. Haistad
Murat Malstead
Washington
Henton
Indianapolis
Ton
Coal Contract for Army Transports Seeks Seattle Supplies
Quartermaster Ruhlen receives authorization to award a coal supply contract for all Puget Sound transports to the Philippines and Alaska ports. Beginning July 1 the deal totals about $100,000 for roughly 90,000 tons, with suppliers Franklin Steam and others at Seattle and Comox.
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Ruhlen
Washington
Db. C
Puget Sound
Philippines
Alaskan
Maj
Rubien
Quartermaster General
Pacific Coast Co
Franklin Stean
Seattle
Northwestern Improvement
Keslyn
South Prairie
Yacoma
Comox
Franklin
Neage
Late arrivals fill Stevens hotels with notable guests
A list of travelers and residents staying at Stevens hotels includes George E. Gage of Whatcom, James Wright of North Yakima and others. Rainier Grand hosts H. W. Lombard of Helena and J. R. Regera of Olympia. Brunswick guests include M. W. Matlock of Pendleton and D. B. Lepine, Thibault, miners from Holyoke.
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The
Rainier Grand
George E. Gage
Whatcom
James Wright
North Yakima
H. W. Lombard
Helena
J. R. Regera
Olymia
M. H. Roberts
Cme
the Brunswick
M. W. Matlock
Pendleton
Ore
D. B. Lepine
C. Thibault
Holyoke
Mass
Thomas H. Fox
Butte
W. M. Bird
Anaconda
Will Lenning
Aberdeen
Don’ts for Young Authors From Ella Bennett Chronicle
Ella F Bennett lists timeless cautions for budding writers in the San Francisco Chronicle. She warns against stale phrases and fussy narration, urges natural dialogue among children, and argues against imitating great authors. The piece roots advice in practical craft and vivid examples.
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Ella F. Bennett
San Francisco Chronicle
Rudyard Kipling
Lucretia Borgiar
Guam Governor Rides Bull Back in Hurricane Aftermath
Commander Seaton Schroeder governor of Guam rode a native bull around the island, reporting improved conditions after the hurricane. He notes reduced rations and ongoing road inspections, with Pago destroyed and many residents relocating to Agana. He describes spring rains and hardships from the journey.
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Washington, D. C
Seaton Schroeder
Guam
Hackett
Bullback
Pago
Agana
Great Northern Flairway announces $60 excursion rate
The Great Northern Flairway offers a $60 excursion fare that allows passengers to return over any route, expanding travel options for riders seeking flexible itineraries. The program emphasizes generous routing choices and ease of planning for travelers.
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Great Northern Flairway
Sound and Shore Shows Busy Seattle Waterfront Display
The article notes Reliance reaching Nome after repairs at Neah Bay, Glerogle loading for an Oriental voyage to Hong Kong, three Alaska passenger steamers, a freight schooner, and the Samoa transport sailing, while Balboa frees for Teller with no passengers. Halibut and black cod season is active with several schooners departing.
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Schower Reliance
Neah Bay
Nome
Alaska
Samoa
Balboa
Northwestern Commercial Co
Teller
Halibut Meet Vessels Crowd Cape Flattery Port
Cape Flattery reports TICRE and Norman Sunde unloading about 26000 pounds of halibut. Nine vessels now in port await departure for the Cape while transport Samoa and steamer Centennial load at Oregon dock. Centennial docks with 500 passengers booked and capacity for two thousand tons of freight.
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Cape Flattery
Ticre
Norman Sunde
Cape
Samoa
Centennial
Oregon Dock
Farmer as Business Man and Farm Diversification
The article discusses the shift of farmers toward becoming business people through diversification. It cites the Atlanta Constitution noting the revival will recognize farmers as independent actors, not just suppliers of raw material, with greater rights and direct trade opportunities.
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Atlanta Constitution
Georgia
Memorial Day Parade and Exercises Planned at Armory
A Memorial Day program is published in the Star. A large number of school children will sing patriotic choruses and Maurice D D Leehey will deliver the address at the Armory. The parade forms at Park Avenue and Madison Street at 10 15 AM and proceeds along First Avenue Wester Way Jeweler Way Second Avenue Pike Fourth Avenue to the Armory for exercises at 11 o clock. Grand Marshal Hooker leads the parade with a platoon from Waasner's First Regiment and Washington National Guard High School Cadets taking part.
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Memorial Y Tomorrow Aa
Armory
Maurice DD. Leehey
Piret Avenue
Madison Street
George Hooker
First Avenue
Wester Way
Becond Avenue
Pike
Fourth Avenue
Ll Oelock
Will Bean
Hooker
Waasner
Washington National Guard
Wiles of Papa Zimmerman Epithalamium Untangled
New York reports Eugene Zimmerman returned from Europe as creditors to his son in law the Duke of Manchester growl. Zimmerman offered 12 shillings in the pound while noting prior gifts and bonds were redirected to protect both spouses. He promises to return for renewed talks when creditors accept his terms.
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New York
Ehugene Zimmerman
Europe
Duke of Manchester
Papa Zimmerman
Zimmerman
Das
Man Sues For Courtship Expenses In West Virginia
Cumberland Maine suitor Robert L. Raines sues Mies Sartor's husband Arthur Gailey in Harmaan West Virginia Justice Stalnaker for 27.91 yuan in incurred costs. Items listed include ice cream ten dollars oysters one dollar church contributions one point two two Fourth of July dinner two dollars jewels three point oh five money loaned eight percent. Raines was a former Democratic candidate for the state legislature last year.
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Robert L. Raines
Cumberland
Mies Kiia Sartor
Arthur Gailey
Justice Stalnaker
Harmaan
W. Va
Raines
Nine of Spades Haunts Paterson Murder Suspect
Thos Mulhearn, claiming the nine of spades foretold his wife Mollie’s death, shot her after tarot cards predicted misfortune. He remains in jail awaiting trial amid fears he cannot stand trial due to terror and distress.
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Paterson
N. J
Thos
Mulhearn
Jall
Mollie
County Commissioners Eye Site for New Artesian Well
County Commissioners L. C. Smith and P. J. Smith visited the poor farm early to determine the site for a new artesian well to be drilled soon.
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L. C. Smith
P. J. Smith
Pevereny
Mansfield Trains Slow Ride Sparks Line Delay
Richard Mansfield objected to fast riding on the Oh & Alton line from St. Louis to Kansas City. The Mansfield special ran at 20 mph, delaying freight and passenger schedules, with conductors, dispatches, and late arrivals marking a day of disrupted service. The ordeal continued into late night as speed limits persisted.
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Richard Mansfield
Oh & Alton
St. Louis
Kanene City
Psy-Turvey
Alton
Kansas City
Mansfield
Kaet St. Louie
Roadhouse
Manefield
Slater
Manafield
Great Northern issues Buffalo Exposition tickets by any route
Great Northern Railway announces tickets to the Buffalo Exposition valid for travel by any route. The offer encourages passenger movement to the fair with flexible routing options and return validity.
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Great Northern Railway
THE
Great Northern Railways Special Feature Fare to Finsfalo
The Great Northern Railway announces a special feature allowing tickets to Finsfalo to be valid on any route and return. This offer provides flexible travel options across their network, enhancing convenience for passengers heading to Finsfalo.
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Great Northern Railway
Finsfalo
Round Trip Tickets via Great Northern Railway
Round trip tickets via the Great Northern railway are offered at eighty six dollars. The deal highlights value for travelers seeking return journeys and dates are not specified.
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Great Northern Railway
Way Issues Tickets To Buffalo Exposition
Way announces issuance of tickets for the Buffalo Exposition, detailing admission access and event dates. Organizers emphasize museum exhibits, live demonstrations, and family activities at the exposition venue.
Veterans and civic groups plan Pioneer Place gathering
University Cadeta Mayor Humes and council members join Fleet Washington Volunteer Association and Spanish War veterans Sexton Port G A K Miller Post G A K Stevens Post at 9 AM. At 3 PM ritual exercises proceed at G A R Cemetery with three salutes and graves strewn with flowers.
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Greg
This Kid Swallows Tiny Whistle Again
Four year old Kate Toetess of Crooklyn has a history of swallowing small items. She recently swallowed a tin whistle after taking it from her mother and attempting to hide it in her mouth. Ambulance staff attended, but the surgeon said the child would likely suffer no ill effects.
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Bret Harte
P. T. Barnum
Gibeon
Sarmau
Kate Toetess
Crooklyn
Mamma
Mia. Toetel
Hancock
Katha
Dashed acid in her face shocks New York city
Carl Werner, a home guest of Joseph Geisinger, dashed carbolic acid in Mrs. Geisinger’s face after a dispute over their affair. She is 28 and may lose sight in one eye. Werner surrendered to police and stated the wife is available to her husband.
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New York
Carl Werner
Joeph Geisinger
Gelsinger
Werner
The House in Summer Comfort Tips
The article advises making interiors light for hot weather by discarding carpets in favor of matting and using color schemes that blend with walls. It suggests colorful Madras curtains, silk mueling draperies, paisley toned matting in the dining room, and wall colors avoiding china blue. Japanese decor options include bamboo walls, racks, and split bamboo window screens.
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Walla
Interior decor tips for summer rooms and textiles
Advice on cooling color schemes for bedrooms and libraries, with tips on lighting, curtains, and fabric covers. Includes step by step instructions for inexpensive gingham pillow covers and linen accents. Also notes high society figure Mrs. Frederick Hartmann receiving White Lodge from King Edward of England.
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Frederick Hartmann
White Lodge
King Edward of
England
Mre Hartmann
Villiers Lister
London
Hartmann
Edward
Ife
Death toll of consumption spurs call for care access
At a tuberculosis congress a statistic shows New York State loses 14 0 persons yearly to consumption, with 74 percent of cases potentially savable if early competent medical care is provided. A Wheeling doctor advocates ending aggressive treatment for hopeless cases to spare prolonged misery and infected offspring.
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New York State
Uhirick
Wheeling
W. Va
Seattle Gas and Electric Co Announces New Gas Rates
The Seattle Gas and Electric Co announces rate changes effective July 1. The price drops to 1.0 per thousand for fuel and illumination with a 20 cent discount for payments by the tenth of the next month. Bills due the first of each month. prepaid meters offered at 1.0 per thousand with minimum monthly charges.
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Particus Dering
Seattle Gas & Electric CO
San Francisco Evening Post put up for sale by railroad
President Hays ordered the sale of the San Francisco Evening Post after the Southern Pacific sought to shed its political burden. Bids from Mayor Phelan, W T N Hearet, and John D Spreckels were opened with Phelan offering 75000. The railroad boss said no more than the bid. The sale proceeds despite the post losing money monthly.
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Han
San Francisco
Jas J. Phelan
Phelan
Hide
W. TN
Indiana Aids Fairbanks for 1904 Nomination
Chicago May 2. Harry New. New, Republican national committeeman from Indiana, states that Senator Fairbanks will be a candidate for the presidential nomination before the Republican national convention of 1904. New says Indiana will stand solidly Republican in support if Fairbanks is nominated.
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Chicago
Harry
New
Indiana
Senator Fairbanks
Fairbanks
Alaska Traveling Club Meeting At Post Office
The Alaska Traveling Club meets tomorrow at the post office at 2 p m. It offers cheap rates and invites members who are already part of the group to attend, noting that going to Alaska will be advantageous.
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Alaska Traveling Club
Alaska
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