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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1902
Page
4
County Superintendent Hartranft reports over two hundred examinations completed this evening for teachers certificates in physics algebra and arithmetic. The written trials test candidates seeking diplomas granting five year teaching credentials in the state.
Baltimore November 18 Jos Gans the lightweight champion won a tough match after Seiger was knocked down. Gans endured punishment in the rounds and his seconds threw in the sponge signaling victory.
James R. Hayden a long time Seattle resident died suddenly at his home on Boyleston avenue after midnight. A 38th degree Mason past high priest and past grand of the order, he had served in many civic roles and was once manager at the People's Savings Bank. He was 65 and a native of KR.YF.
Social activities fill the week on Minor avenue and University street with dances, club meetings, and social gatherings. Miss Daisie Belle Snyder plans a November 25 wedding at her mother Mrs. Snyder’s home, while J O McFadden and Addie Seaborn wed last Sunday at Hotel Gentile. Some events include Cotillion Club dances, Freshmen Glee Club performance, and a National Guard battalion drill and dance at Armory hall.
Mrs. Charles R. Crouch sues Dr. Bawin J. Brown for $1000 damages alleging negligent extraction injured a good tooth and lacerated her jaw requiring medical care. The action claims failure to exercise proper care and caution in the dental procedure.
Charlee Sprague, a well known steamshipman in this city, died yesterday afternoon in Providence hospital after a brief illness caused by appendicitis. He fell ill last Saturday in Tacoma. an operation was performed but was too late. He was son of Gen. John W. Sprague and brother of Otis W. and C. W. Sprague. Funeral arrangements are by Bonney & Stewart.
The article details full graceful cloaks lined with gray and white squirrel and chinchilla trim. It notes fashionable fur variations and includes a Sunday excursion to the United States navy yard to see the cruiser at Pier 3 with sailings at 10 am, 1:15 pm, and 6:36 pm.
Reports from Philippine staff officers call for restoring the Army canteen system. General Banger reviews the effects of the current system, arguing soldiers stick closer to natives without canteens and lose beneficial amusements. General Sanger supports canteens, noting stimulants were common at enlistment and beer would not raise intemperance. without beer soldiers turn to impure native drinks.
The schooner Albert Meyer, arriving from Monterey at Ballard, came within six yards of sinking after a large unknown steamer bearing down near Cape Flattery last Tuesday morning. Captain Nielson reports the watch deserted the lights at about 4 am, but the steamer did not alter course, narrowly avoiding a collision.
The first military drills and ball of the season at the Armory drew a crowd of National Guard supporters. Major Case directed a four battalion drill presented with precision before dancing began and continued into the early morning.
Nov 16, San Francisco reports it is certain that the men who sailed the schooner Louisa BD today for the southern coast are in search of the 1883 treasure. The voyage follows Pacific mail reports and details remain sparse about crew and objectives.
City employees remain uncertain about a salary raise as the civil service committee and the civil service board held a joint session to consider paying all workers more. A decision was reached to include the health board’s salary allowances and two extra inspectors. The report mentions the Navy Yard and the cruiser Philadelphia undergoing repairs. The last Meamer Athlon departs Pier 2 at 10 16 1 16 and 20 p m.
Fred Kreppe of 1600 Grant Street reports a break in at his house. A window was broken and nailed shut, then boards were torn off last night. He suspects mischievous boys or possibly a relative, but nothing stolen.
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