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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1899

Page

4

Nomes Old Digger reports rich Nome Creek claims and yields

The Nome old Digger from Cape Nome outlines Snow Gulch with four claims owned by Pioneer Mining and Charlie D. Lane, noting nuggets worth $156 each and summer take between $100,000 and $406,000. It lists Anvil Creek discoveries, ownerships, and paystreaks, plus Glacier, Rock, Lindbloom and other creeks, projecting strong future production and beach mine outputs.

Cape Nome Snow Gulch Pioneer Mining Company Charlie D. Lane San Francisco Anvil Creek N. Multbere Golovin Bay BE. ©. Lindbiem Jafar Lindeberg John Krynsteson C D. Lane Dave Anvil P. H. Anderson John Hacwalin A. E. Carlson Unalakiik Mission N. O. Hulberg Nome Dr. Kettlenon Baton Reindeer Station WH. Price Sta Michael Johan Tornenses Lane Nichola Gulch Glacier Creek Glacier Rock Creek Snake River Nome River District Dexter Beach

Reform Movements Urged Toward Unity and Principle

George F. Cotterill spoke at the G A R hall on reform in divergent lines. He argued policy unity exists in reform and real reform follows a single principle. He warned against sectarian conflict between Prohibitionists and Single Tax supporters, urging fraternity and common uplift.

George F. Cotterill G. A R. Hall God Brotherhood of Man

Genneman and Sawyer Accused in Dora Mine Salt Charge

In Republic Spokane on November 16, George A Genneman and Jay Sawyer are accused of salting the Dora mine to inflate stock value. John Blackburn allegedly aided by placing ore to fake a rich Dora vein, causing stock to rise and then be dumped for damages. Plaintiffs seek 25,000 judgment and claim 16,906 dollars in stock losses plus 15,000 more.

Spokane George A Genneman Jay Sawyer Dora Republic Camp W. C. ,Biryer Dora Gold Mining Company Messrs Sonneman Sawyer John Blackburn Sonneman and Republic Blackburn

Health Officer McKechnie October Report Details 51 Deaths

Health Officer M. F A McKechnie filed the October report with attached inspector notes from Cleveland Frasch and Amery. The document records 51 deaths and notes Beatttie’s death rate improving despite Alaska and Western Washington construction and mining camps impacting the area.

M. F&a. McKechnie Cleveland, Frasch and Amnery McKechnie Sagan Beatttie Alaska Washington

Vice president Hobart Enjoys Restful Night at Patterson

Patterson New Jersey November 16 Vice President Hobart slept well through the night and rested notably well he was so bright in the morning that he even was shaved his condition described as unusually good after the previous day’s illness and anxiety.

Patterson N. J Hobart

McKinley Expected to Remain Republican Nominee in 900 Campaign

Washington observers discuss McKinley likely to stay as Republican nominee while Hanna faces revolt and calls grow that Col. Bryan could gain prestige for a strong bid. Anticipation builds for a vigorous presidential message to Congress next month.

Washington PD. C McKinley Jones Cleveland Hanna National Committee Col Bryan Congress Tippine

Red Cross leader resigns as meetings adjourn

Mrs J C Haines resigns as President of the local Red Cross society. Mrs Brastuse Brainerd offers resignation but is not accepted. Red Cross rooms near the A C building on Firat avenue are closed and the library room will be used thereafter. California society drives Manila free library effort to collect books.

J. C. Haines Red Cross society a#ince Brastuse Brainerd Firat Avenue California Society Manila

The New Pacific by Robert H Bancroft Reviewed

Californian historian Robert H Bancroft releases The New Pacific a supplement to his Pacific coast histories. He notes rapid steamship links replacing the long voyage from Acapulco to Manila and cites Seward’s forecast that the Pacific region will dominate future events. He questions the impact of a potential interoceanic canal on a Pacific commerce already valued at five billion dollars annually.

New York Acapulco Manila Seward Pacific Ocean Pacific

Distress on the River: Umatilla Aids Schooner Danielson

The steamer Umatilla arrives from San Francisco with 6 passengers and 900 tons of freight. It assists the distressed schooner Danielson, providing food after meeting her en route up river.

San Francisco Danielson

Panama seeks annexation by the United States

A report states Panama, a Colombian Republic state with about 250000 residents, has long favored annexation to the United States and now requests incorporation amid hostility to Colombia.

Washington, Db Panama United States

Tourney Opens Between B A C and Beattie Howling Club

The annual 32 game series starts tomorrow evening at the B A C alleys. Beattie Howling Club challenges B A C for the silver King pin currently held by B A C.

B. A.C Beattie Howling Club B A. C The A. C

Frye Druhna Company Starts Pile Driving for New Plant

Frye Druhna company begins pile driving on its new three story plant to replace the building that burned. The structure will cover 106 by 290 feet with an estimated cost of 4000 dollars. F N Weyant drafted plans and specifications. Pren tine will oversee construction.

Frye Druhna Company Deleht F. N. Weyant New York Prentine

Rate War Continues With No Change in Prices

The trans continental rate situation remains unchanged with lowest St Paul and Chicago ticket prices at 20 and 24 dollars. Both roads have instructed outside agents to avoid initiative while each side spreads reports of possible cuts to pressure the other. An industry insider predicts a restoration of old prices within 44 hours with Chicago’s rate reportedly dropping to 20 and St Paul’s to 15 later this afternoon.

St. Paul Chicago

Water Front Steamers and Cargo Movements Noted

The steamer Topeka is due from Lynn Canada next Saturday. Umatilla will call for San Francisco next Monday. The three masted schooner Hern sails for Honolulu today with a cargo of general merchandise. The steamer Al-Ki sailed this morning with 49 tons of freight and listed first class passengers including Mrs F St Johnson and Mrs L A Tallard among others. Cleveland departed at noon for San Francisco with coal. Dirigo departed from Lyon canal ports tonight or tomorrow morning.

Lynn Canaperte Umatilla San Francisco Hern Saile Honolulu Al-Ki Mre F. St. Johnson L. A. Tallard M. M Whiteside Mise Whiteside Mise Danielson Aug. Aupech Mra C Martin Sylvester McMahon L. Leary Cleveland Lyon Canal

Union Men Are Under Arrest

Three Cramp's shipyard strikers and IA of Machinists officers John G. Keegan and Frederick Counselman were arrested in Philadelphia on November 16 for inciting riot. Each was held on $2,000 bail after refusing police orders to move from the shipyard vicinity.

Philadelphia Cramp John G. Keegan International Association of Machiniste Frederick Counselman Machinists’ Organization

Punishment Kills a Pupil in Kansas City

Hiandhe Nippold a ten year old pupil died in Morse public school after being slapped and shaken by teacher Miss Bersie Kay for writing a line too many on her exercise book The child had a weak heart and the excitement caused a fatal apasm Miss Kay has taught in the local school since 1894

Kansas City Hiandhe Nippold Morse Mias Bersie Kay Mise Kay

Harriman Elected President of Oregon Short Line

Edward Harriman was elected president and W. D. Corniah vice president of the Oregon short line. Union Pacific directors made no change in their officers.

York Edward Harriman W. D. Corniah Oregon

Goebel Gains Ground in Kentucky Election Fallout

In Frankfort on November 18, both parties show uncertainty as Goebel appears to be gaining though not yet declared winner. Analysts agree the decisive factor now lies with the state board election commissioners.

Frankfort Goebel State Board

Electrician and Murray and Mack at Seattle theaters

Amusement bulletin lists Tonight shows including The Electrician at Third Avenue Theater with Murray and Mack in Finnigan's Tall and a vaudeville and moving pictures program at Universal Church titled A Hyas Potlatch.

Seattle the Electrician Third Avenue Theater Murray and Mack Finnigan Olympic Halie Unitatian Church

Rich Plowers of Sultan River At Seattle Door

Frank S Kennedy reports near Beattle that Sultan canyon hosts rich placer prospects within 60 miles, with legends of old miners yielding up to 20 000 and claims of $1 to 3 per day common. He notes copper and iron pyrites, glacier-deposited high benches, and a potential Seattle Klondike if large-scale work proceeds.

the Star Beattle Frank S. Kennedy James Street Sultan Canyon Sultan River Bultan Mill Jones Nevada Bkykomieh Lockwood Trail Kultan Canyon Ultan Horse-hoe George T. Mall Hall Hill Klondike Picuring Seattle Alaska

General Joubert Reported Killed in Natal Action

A dispatch from Fetcourt Natal confirms the death of General Joubert who was said to have been shot while leading troops at Ladysmith on November 13. The report aligns with a previous Durban dispatch.

London Fetcourt Natal Joubert Durban Ladysmith F Pietermarsterburg Lorenzo Marquea Elenala Kruger Transvaal All Ponte England Symone Deepatch Lucas Meyer Pretoria Durran Mathews Nicholeens Nek Lorenzo Marquez Poers Erosiin Castile Fiest Capetown Kimberley Cronje Mafeking Bellmont Station

Underwear Sale Highlights Ladies and Men's Fleece and Wool

A vintage advertisement touts a wide range of underwear for ladies men and children. It features heavy fleeced jersey garments ribbed and union suits in gray silver and beiges with price points from 10 cents to 2.00 per item highlighting value and fit. The copy emphasizes comfort, quality and popular pricing for shirts drawers and hose across multiple ages.

UNION UITR Amazon

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