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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1902
Page
3
The dealer proclaims they do not sell instruments directly but promote the instruments themselves. They claim their instruments are the most celebrated and best in the world and priced lower due to buying directly from manufacturers and shipping carload lots. They assert superior buyer value and lower rates on small lots.
Announcement notes Aleo succeeds Wirder and Harper Co in music merchandise. Store offers instruments with four dollar merchandise in same shop. Details on transition and stock remain limited.
Jock Grimm's Spokane team defeated Seattle 11 to 2 as Babbitt, Itle and Dalrymple led with multiple hits. Gus Klopf delivered a three base hit with runners aboard and Reitz starred at second for the visitors.
In Portland yesterday Witbeck pitched for Portland as they defeated the visiting team 2 to 1. Helena edged Butte 4 to 3 after trailing 2 to 3 until the ninth inning with a strong batting streak. At the University of Washington, the senior class beat the juniors 16 to 10 on the campus in a baseball game.
The Seattle theater plans a week long run of Pinero’s Sweet Lavender with Harrington Reynolds and company in an elaborate production similar to Alabama. Two Little Wolfes continues at Third Avenue Theater with a Saturday matinee souvenir for ladies. a new play Too Rich to Marry arrives next week. Grand announces Mansfield seat sale next Tuesday at 10 sharp with telegraph and long distance orders. Mansfield performs Beaucaire on June 6, Beau Brummel matinee June 7, and The First Violin on June 7 night.
Reports indicate the Atlin clean-up is exceeding expectations as winter sluicing yields high returns. Pine Creek alone could contribute about 160000, bolstering the overall recovery and prospecting in the area.
The Washing Children’s Home Society will hold its annual meeting next Tuesday at 2 30 p.m. in the YY M A rooms. Officers for the ensuing year will be elected and Superintendent John Waldo Bila and Secretary David Myera will report on the society’s work. A violin and literary program will be carried out.
A poem titled A Sonnet by Lord Patrique Venurke reached the clerk’s office this morning. The verse in a coarse Irish-like dialect describes sections of the city as painting poles grane and addresses the council with a satirical critique.
The Hanna alate carried everything in the state convention as Wale received an ovation from the start. Itta claimed longstanding party differences were settled and harmony now prevailed in all Republican circles of the district.
In Paris a formal resignation letter from Premier Waldev Kowrenu was submitted to the cabinet along with all ministers. The president will appoint a new ministry immediately.
Reports from London and Amsterdam indicate cabinet meetings focus on the final reply to Pretoria and peace terms. Balfour expects a peace announcement next Monday while General Christian Dewet leans toward majority will, though ex President Steyn resists with tougher terms.
Building inspectors condemn city council for granting special permits to erect wooden foundations or frame structures within fire limits. They cite recent examples on Firet avenue South and Third avenue, warn of fire disasters like Paterson New Jersey, and call for stricter compliance with the city charter to prevent a Beattie blaze.
The Alpha club held its annual meeting with Mrs Weed as hostess at 121 Mighth avenue. Guests paid respects during receiving hours while members enjoyed a card party at Mrs J M Denton’s home 202 Seventeenth avenue with prizes to best players and light refreshments served.
The corporations committee of the council met last night and discussed routine matters only. A South Beattle petition seeking revocation of Beattle Electric Company's franchise south of the city was not acted on due to ongoing injunction proceedings in the state supreme court. The Beattie Cataract Company sought a franchise clause change, but no action was taken. The Beattie Electric Company route change near Kin Park was referred to Councilman Crichton. No report was issued on Sunset Telephone service. A grand clearing sale at M. D. Pease-Johnson Co. offered hats, skirts, jackets, and wares at reduced prices.
The Alaska Central Railway Company adds two more surveying parties to the project. The third party departed Beattie for Resurrection Bay, the fourth leaves today aboard the Dolphin for Rampart City, with another due mid June. Proceeds from 5 percent preferred stock, priced at 5.50 cash, 6 per share in installments, fund permanent summer surveys and grading, with plans to float bonds by October 1 to complete the road. ALASKA CENTRAL RAILWAY COMPANY 216-16 Denny Bldg 1408 2nd Ave Main 379.
On May 17 New York hosts General Brugere Admiral Forniere and the French mission with a breakfast at Whitelaw Reid’s home. A Delmonico banquet follows at night under the Friendly Sons of St Patrick with speakers Hourke Cochran Archbishop Ireland and Judge James Fitzgerald. The visit continues to Newport to decorate de Ternay’s grave.
At Brighten Presbyterian church in Allegheny delegates attend morning sessions as the United Presbyterian General Assembly begins. Key topics include the eligibility of secret-order members for church membership and possible expansion of foreign mission fields to new possessions.
Admiral Schley arrives in Bangor for the Memorial Day address with veterans and friends gathering from near and far. If weather allows, the large crowd will attend in Centre Park, as the city’s largest hall seats 1500. Reichert Bros. pianos, 110 Union.
A Soldier Call from George H. Fortsaon Camp No. 96 invites all Spanish-American War veterans to assemble at 6:20 am in G A R Hall Collins Building for Memorial Day parade participation.
Mrs Strout entertains guests at a Monday dinner party 1314 Marion Street. High School Senior event to be held at Queen Anne clubhouse tonight. Amy Corey honored at card party 18 Terry Avenue with a night supper and gaiety. Multiple complimentary guests at a dance party by young men with Little's Hall decked for the occasion. Ren Ton Social Club hosts a ball with Wagner orchestra into the night. Kindergarten club meets at New York building with new officers. Mrs Kahle hosts the O. I. club to study American authors in the Twelfth and John Street area.
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