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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1899

Page

4

Root Boomed as Possible Vice Presidential Candidate

Washington, Nov. 14 Secretary Root is touted by administration men as likely to be the vice presidential pick if Roosevelt declines the second spot with McKinley next year. New York figures, including Secretary Hootts and Governor Roosevelt, top the list, while Governor Woodruff and General Grant receive less consideration. Republicans favor either Secretary Long or Attorney General Griggs but oppose picks from New England or New Jersey, fearing Hobart’s strong life tenure.

Washington, PD. C Root Administration Roosevelt McKinley New York Hootts Timothy L. Woodruff Frederick JD. Grant Secretary Long Griggs New England New Jersey Hobart Mr. Griggs Trusts

Spokane Considers High License Move At Council Session

Spokane officials report seven of ten councilmen favor a higher annual saloon license, with Mayor reportedly in support though denying it. The ordinance, set for introduction at the November 71 meeting, would raise the license from 600 to 1000 dollars. Opponents warn revenue loss and heavy tax on beer saloons. Names of pledging and opposing councilmen are given.

Spokane MH Om Two WH. Tuff McMoran Burton Erwin Omo Mitchhem Philipps Gechilier Glover Johnson

Institute Next Week At Fire Baptish Church Program

The Women's Christian Temperance Union institute opens next Wednesday at the Fire Baptist church with a full schedule. Devotions, discussions on The Next Step and What the White Ribbon Has Done For Me, noontide prayers, luncheon, and a series of talks by Miss Mariel Brehm on franchise work and equal opportunities are planned. The event runs Thursday with devotionals, question boxes, tankofferings, and reports of committees.

Institute and County Convention The Women's Christian Temperance Union Baptist Church Mra Neliie Worth A. McGarvin Clark Davis F. Frazer Mary Byron Reese Mariel Brehmn Miss Brehm Misa Brehm Platt

Whatcom County to Build Railroads Next Year

Whatcom Reveille reports four miles of road from Whatcom to Lake Whatcom under construction and grading starting on 18 miles of the Hellingham Hay and British Columbia extension to Mount Baker by Christmas. Dirt will fly on an extension of the Bellingham Hay and Battern into the Lake Whatcom Logging tract. Additional lines surveyed may be built, including Park-Wickersham four and a half miles and the Great Northern water-front cut-off over seven miles.

Whatcom County Whatcom Lake Whatcom Hellingham Hay & British Park-Wickersham Great Northern Blaine-Nookwack

Opposition grows to Priest River reserve expansion

agitation in Spokane and eastern Washington over a plan to enlarge the Priest River reserve by adding 460000 acres to Idaho and 320000 acres in Washington. the change would raise the total from 620000 to about 1390000 acres with 130000 released from current boundaries. petitions urge federal action and local officials to seek support from the washington delegation.

Spokane Washington Priest River Idaho Stevens County Spokesman-Review of Bringer Herman General Land Office Heller Priest River Reserve State of Washington Priest River Country St Ie Pend'reiile River Idaho State Line

Balloon baby prize sparks quirky Arkansas City note

An Arkansas City man offers 25 dollars to the mother who first consents to have her baby taken up in a balloon on July 4 and dropped by parachute. The passage also touches on European railroads creating smoking compartments and Belgium enforcing smoking bans for women.

Arkansas City Ark Belgium

Moody's Career Ending

Evangelist Dwight Moody's career nears end as health worsens in Kansas City. He has canceled his engagement and travels home under medical care. authorities say his condition is serious but not critical.

Kansas City Dwight Moody Moody Northfeld Mars

Prussian Patrotic Pigs Refuse American Barley

Berlin reports by Deutsche Tages Zeitung correspondents in Schleswig Holstein that Prussian pigs refuse to eat American barley. The paper notes pigs in Germany devour home grown barley while questioning how long American products will be barred from import due to suspected character.

Berlin Deutsche Tages Zeitung Hadeletedt Schleswig-Holstein Tages Zeitung Germany

Electrician show at Murray and Mack features Finnigan's

Tonight at the Beattle Theater Third Avenue premieres The Electricilan and Finnigan's Evurets at Olympic Hall Vaudey moves pictures. Murray and Mack headline with musical and vaudeville acts in a diverse program.

Evurets Olympic Hall Vaudey Moving Pictures Ile Ané

Capitalist Haley Eyes Seattle Move for Eastern Capital

J W Haley a prominent Cincinnati capitalist among Seattle hotel guests plans to relocate his family to Seattle and invest heavily in local business. He expresses optimism about Beattie’s future and forecasts significant Eastern capital flowing into the city in the coming year.

Seattle J. W. Haley Cipeinnati Haley Beattie

Givens Seeks Rename Seattle to Himpreas City

At a chamber meeting Mr Jan G Givens introduced a resolution to rename Queen City to Himpreas City arguing Seattle s growing commerce and expanding hinterland justify a loftier title. He contends Seattle is Beattle s metropolis and deserves greater designation.

Chamber of Commerce Jan. G. Givens Queen City Dutherte Seattle Himpreas Givens Beattle

New Railroad to Be Built by Columbia & Celvlo Railroad Co

Articles of incorporation filed in Dayton Washington by Columbia and Celvlo farmers forming a railroad to reach Dayton or Riverside. They plan grading next spring along White Stone hollow, tapping the wheat belt of Columbia county and relieving high hauling costs. The company offers 4000 shares at one dollar each with stock par value.

Dayton Wash Columbia & Cevello Railroad Company Waltebure Menoken Hiverside Whitestone Columbia County R. & N. Company Covello Northern Pacific Covelio

Rich copper strike at Copper Queen mine reported

Raker City Oregon November 18. News reports a seven foot vein of high grade copper to be uncovered at the Copper Queen mine twenty two miles from Raker City on Powder River. The mine was bought by eastern buyers for 34000 dollars. Superintendent Gillivan increases work with more men as plans for a smelter with daily capacity are advanced.

Raker City Copper Queen Powder River Dilkison Bros Fastern Gillivan

Portland Board of Trade Incorporation Aims to Grow City

The Portland board of trade is incorporated to enlarge protect and foster Portland business interests. It will cooperate with the chamber of commerce and Manufacturers Association to build up a greater Portland. Incorporators are W M Killingworth Seneca Smith and W O H Grandstaff. Capital stock totals ten thousand shares sold at nominal value with rapid subscriptions.

Portland, Or Portland Board of Trade Tte Ite Portland Chamber of Commerce Manufacturers Association Greater W. M. Killingworth Seneca Smith Wo OH. OG Grandstaff

Quigg Held Responsible for Fusion Defeat

In New York on November 18 the press calls ex Congresssman Quigg accountable for the fusion loss. The Platt faction demands his removal as chairman of the Republican county committee while Tamany supporters defend him as capable yet lacking broad party appeal.

New York Quige Platt Republican County Committee Quigg

Peerless Mill Co offer described as safe investment

Mr A I Graham manager of Peerless Mill Co has averaged over 20 percent per annum in dividends for the oils he has operated during 17 years This suggests Peerless Mill Co is a safe proposition for investment Those interested can learn more by calling Ker ney Payne and Armitage 255 239 Burke building

A. I. Graham Peerless Mill Co Kelney, Payne and Armitage Burke

Two Steamers From the North Reach Lynn Canal

Steamer Dirigo and City of Topeka arrived from Lynn canal ports last night. Dirigo reports arrival of the Anglian with mail from Dawson City up to October 24. First class mail moves interior weekly in winter. second class waits until spring. Dirigo carried 22 tons of salmon and 5,000 cases of salmon. Passenger list includes N Portman, H McKay, Maude Allen, Miss Mackintyre, J Shaw, M H Parker, J P Whitney, S Hacine, R W Bexton, Mrs Haraden and two children, C H Middleton, J C Parsons, Miss Downs, Mrs Ida Johnson and child, Miss Machelle, C H Harraden, M A Longabaugh, Mrs Sexton and two children. Topeka carried Mrs P F Haught, Mrs KO Turner, No Heeht, William Opperm an, Hey, O Parker, M H Beha Fer, W C Beecher, A B Ford, A Kerry, S Hofstad, Mrs J J Crow, Mrs J B Worden, Chris Heineke, J Morton, Mrs A N Jordinon, O B Denhart, Mrs J Stoops, Miss L Spencer, Miss B Kendad, Miss Mofstad, St Reynolds, J W Steadman, Mrs J W Steadman.

Dirigo Topeka Lynn Canal J. Morton Mra AN. Jordinon O. B. Denhart Mrs. J. Stoops Mes L. Spencer Mise B. Kendad M. Mofstad St Reynolds J. W. Steadman

Monte Cristo mines sold to a German syndicate

A rumor claims the Monte Cristo mines and the Everett property have been sold to a German syndicate for H1H860n. It notes a condition requiring the Rockefeller syndicate to repair and operate the Monte Cristo railroad and a haulage price not exceeding 2 per ton. The Everett denial followed.

Monte Cristo Mines Everett

Portland Plans A Large Car Shed For Depot

A car shed to cost 140000 will be built beside the Portland union depot. The 600 by 110 foot structure will cover tracks and improve passenger facilities. The Northern Pacific Terminal Company will undertake the project, but steel prices may delay start until next summer.

Portland

Astor Subscribes to Dewey Arch Fund in New York

John Jacob Astor reportedly subscribed 190000 dollars to the Dewey arch fund. It is understood that 344000 dollars has already been contributed or pledged.

York John Jacob Astor Dewey Arch Fund

Fort Flagler Barracks Near Completion

The government tug General J. M. Wilson returned from the up-Hound fortification with a full carrie of supplies for the artillery company and the ongoing works at Fort Flagler. The fort is nearly completed and the men will soon occupy permanent barracks.

J. M. Wilson Bort Flagler

Hellan Gold Mining Company Files Incorporation Details

The Hellan Gold Mining Company files articles of incorporation with county clerk A Hellan and incorporators Anthony Corcoran and Geo HM Helgerson. The Portune Creek Copper Company also files incorporation papers with A Hellan Anthony Corcoran and J A McCutcheon as incorporators. Capital stock listed at $1,000,000 for both entities.

Hellan Gold Mining Company A. Hellan Anthony Corcoran Geo. HM. Helgerson Portune Creek Copper Company J. A. McCutcheon

Proclamation by Gov Rogers Thanksgiving Proclaimed in Washington

Governor John H Rogers issues a proclamation observing Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 30, amid praise for peaceful borders and returning soldiers. The document, dated November 17, 1990, urges all residents to partake in prayer and services.

Olympia Rogere State of Washington John H. Rogers State of Washington United States God Save the Republic Joan BR Rogers

Market Plunges as Promising Mines Fail to Lure Investors

The stock market shows deplorable condition with stock prices at rock bottom and the Seattle Stock Exchange unable to call trades this week. Traders retreat to private sales while buyers try to snatch bargains below market value. mines appear stronger yet confidence remains low.

Beattie New York Seattle Stock Exchange

Seattle boxing notes crowd eager for matchups across coast

Joe Gann aims to fight winner of Erne O Brien at Coney Island Noy. Jimmy Doyle of Portland seeks opponents around 126 pounds and eyes Mickey Welch or Rubenstein. Marries Martin of Minneapolis chasing a match with Jackson or Walker winner while All Seattle meets Puyallup Indians in Tacoma. Sammy Maxwell faces Rafe Turner in San Francisco on Nov 4, Hurley and Smith prepare for Burley fight, and Jackson Walker bout set for Dec 1.

Joe Gann Erne O' Brien Coney Island Noy Jimmy Doyle Portland Fred Cleary City Doyle Mickey Welch Rubenstein Martin Minneapella Mack Pearl Seattle Ile Ie Sammy Maxwell Rafe Turner San Francisco Maxwell Nick Hurley Arthur Walker Billy Smith the Rubenstein Mickey Welsh Joe Greve Peter Jackson Tommy Fullone English Nick Burley Kid Ryan Los Angeles Ed Smith San Diego Ed Kinney Manhattan San Franccisco Patay Daly Olympic Club Jack Fraser Olympic Kid Ely

Thanksgiving Linen and Rug Sale at Great Discounts

Regulars and kids can save on NAP KINS Irish linen damask and damask patterns. Large and small linens include table linens, napkins, stamped centerpieces, pillow shames, and a wide range of rugs and blankets at reduced prices. Fabrics feature Irish linen damask and Swiss open work embroidery with values slashed to 2c yard to 82.63 each.

Myrna Oriental Smyrna Sovereign Smyrna

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Long Nvaved Scraps Baldlietin Fort Flagler Gov. Rogers Puyallup Indians Tacoma Kid McCoy Tom Starkey Jim Corbett the Maller Marine Billy Madden Giant Gus Ruhlin University of Washington Wilson's Business College Burley-Smith Hawthorne Club Germania Halls Amith West Heattle Burley Hurley Thurley Smith Jackson-Walker Biddy Bishop Peter Walker Jackson W. H. Jones Seattle Athletic Club O. W. Peterson & Bro Pike St Columbian Acceident Association Accident and Bick RE. W. Andrews F. L. Miller Home Office Collins Block Piipillas SASS Spot Cash Joseph Mayer & Bros eCherry & Vr Seattle Transfer CO Yres Transfer CO Omee, Cor, Occidental Are Jackson Street Xilman Ere Frame Co Rad Avenue J. G Stewart Fainburg Medical Institute Boston Blook Miles Mull Army Holden & Wilson Furniture Second Ave Lyman Seattle Heat and Plumbing Co West Seattle Ferry A.B. Chase Sherman, Clay & Go Steinway Second Avenues the Martin N. B. Curtis Washburn Uitars Winter & Harper Burke Building Marion St Seattle Wash Secont Ave Ramaker Music Co Isie C,c, Berg Reo Orville Espy T. W. Lowe Seattle Printing CO Yester Way Butterworth & Sons Tel Pike
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