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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1899

Page

4

Seattle Thanksgiving Observances Across City Churches

Tomorrow many Seattle churches hold union and separate services with sermons by Rev W H G Temple at First Baptist and Rev Louis J Sawyer at North Seattle Baptist. Episcopal and Catholic parishes stage morning rites, with choirs and special music. Afternoon events include Y M C A games and dances at Armory and Knights of Pythias hall, with public offices closed 9 to 10.

Seattle First Baptist Church Fourth Avenue James and Cherry Streets First Methodist Episcopal First Presbyterian First Christian First Baptist Methodist Protestant Plymouth Congregational United Presbyterian W. H. G. Temple Plymouth J. PD. Llwyd St. Mark's George Husaecne Clement's Twenty-fourth Avenue South Madison Street Grece Ehoir Seventh Avenue Trion Street James F. Beates Elmer BE. Thompson Third Cumberland Presbyterian Church W. H. Sellick Grace M. FE. Church Donald Ross Calvary Presbyterian Church Market Street Baptist Church Calvary Presbyterian Salvation Army and Volunteers of America Lake Washington James Street University of Washington Whitman T Py James Bay Athletic Club Victoria Armory Ranke Hall Westminster Presbyterian Church Broadway Columbia Street Hugh W. Gucarist Young Men's Christian Association Elliott Day Camp Modern Woodmen of America Knights of Pythias Stevens Hotel

Narrow Escape From Burning Mill Elevator Fire

The Husted Milling and Elevating Company elevator and contents were destroyed by fire caused by suspected dust explosion. Thirty workers were inside. two grain shovelers A Steckler and Frank Parrish burned. About 16 000 bushels of corn and oats lost. Building and contents valued at roughly $181,000 with full insurance.

Buffalo Husted Milling & Elevating Company A. Steckler Frank Parrish

Lecture by Mrs Leeds on Purity at First M B church

Mrs Deborah Leeda a temperance and Gospel worker of Eastern reputation will lecture on Purity at the First M B church tonight She recently attended a national convention and visited California Now on the return east she will speak at Thanksgiving services at 11 am and hold a Mother's Meeting at Madison Street M F church at 2 pm Her talk is noted for clever speech and enthusiasm in reform work.

Deborah Leeda M. B Leeda Leeds

Pudd n Head Wilson at Beattle Theater Tonight

Amusement listings note Pudd n Head Wilson at Beattle Theater tonight with updates on shows at Third Avenue Theater and Olympic Hall featuring Filipino Vaudeville and moving pictures.

Belle Howard murder case moves for supersedeas in Supreme Court

In Peoria Ill Mrs Belle Howard the midwife convicted of murdering Hugh Binkley was granted a writ by her lawyers to seek a supersedeas in the Supreme Court. The case also involves Fred Patee president of the Peoria Bicycle Company and former League of American Wheelmen member who was found guilty of complicity and sentenced to five years. Binkley a stenographer in Patee’s office, Howard was captured near Olympia and returned to Peoria for trial and conviction.

Springfield Supreme Court Belle Howard Peoria Hughietta Binkley Joliet Fred Patee Patee Bicycle Company Conmul League of American Wheelmen Mise Binkley Patee Mre Howard Olympia van de Vanter Ill

Railway notes and executive reshuffles across major lines

The piece reports on rail developments including 20842 miles of track to be built by the Northwestern system in the year ending 1499. It notes John W. Mackay's appointment to Southern Pacific as director and outlines managerial changes at Chicago Milwaukee & St Paul with new appointees. It also covers disputes over the Chicago Drainage Canal and a sharp letter from Northern Pacific President Mellen to Winnipeg's mayor amid subsidy talks. It mentions Canadian Pacific extensions to Crow's Nest Pass and Nelson projects tied to government subsidies.

Northwestern John W. Mackay Southern Pacific Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway W. G. Collina H. R. Wil. Harnes la William J. Underwood Chicago D. L. Bush W. W. Collings Mellen Northern Pacific Winnipeg Manitoba President Hill Canadian Pacific Crow's Nest Pass Kootenay Landing Nelson Nelson & Fort Shepard Great Northern S J. Paul G. N

Washington and Oregon lines map new Welshin route network

The Waenington Railroad Company outlines a multi line system linking Touchet Prescott Menoken Cevo llo Dayton and Pomeroy with branches to Vineland and Birch Creek and targeting Portland as a principal hub. Alaska speculation swirls around a Chilkoot electric tunnel to Bennett reaching the summit.

G. R N. Ie Washington Oregon Waenington Railroad Company Touchet Station Prescott Menoker Cevello Dayton Columbia County Pendleton Pomeroy Garfield County Vineland Snake River Asotin County Portland

Rail works in Everett bought by Eastern syndicate

In Everett Washington an Eastern syndicate has purchased the state’s most extensive rail plant. Improvements and additions will be made to expand operations and capacity at the facility.

Everett Wash Eastern

Fall Wheat Doing Well Across East Side In Record Sowing

State Grain Inspector George P. Wright notes more fall wheat has been sown on the east side than ever before, despite low prices. Farmers report unusually successful seeding and good crop condition, with wheat about three inches high. Seasonal mild weather has aided growth, though fear of a snowless winter persists. Grain men warn the crop could be about two thirds of average, around 14 million bushels, with nine million left to farmers after sales. Prices and market conditions in Chicago and Liverpool temper immediate outlook, with some expecting better quotes by winter.

George P. Wright East Rite Chicago Liverpool

Wawona Narrowly Escapes Shipwreck Off Cape Flattery

The schooner Wawona, part of a fleet battling a storm off Cape Flattery, lost both anchors and her canvas near Banefield Creek at Barclay Sound. She was rescued at an opportune moment by the tug Wanderer.

Wawona Cape Flattery Banefield Creek Barclay Sound Wanderer

Hazing at Lawrenceville School Ends in Death

Princeton, N J Nov 20 A hazing incident at Lawrenceville school left Martin V Bergen dead from injuries suffered last Saturday night when upperclassmen forced naval hazing. Bergen was brought home for medical help but died about 2 PM today.

Princeton N. J Lawrenceville Martin V. Bergen Young Bergen

Democratic Ticket Named for Puyallup Election

Puyallup Washington November 29 The Democrats have nominated a straight municipal ticket for the coming election. The slate lists Mayor W M Piving clerk J N Fernandez treasurer 8 W Cornish health officer Thos Me Crackan councilman at large CM Charles councilman first ward E P Truedson councilman second ward W C Willoby councilman third ward M C Kennedy.

Puyallup Wash W. M. Piving J. N. Fernandez Cornish Thos. Me. Crackan Charles E P. Truedson W. C. Willoby M. C. Kennedy

Dewey Accepts Chicago Visit to Escape Gossip

Admiral Dewey will travel to Chicago on May 1, the Manila Bay anniversary, after accepting a committee invitation. He sought a date previously but now looks forward to a pleasant West visit, citing Chicago’s patriotism and belief that public comments remain supportive.

Washington, D. C Dewey Chicago Manila Bay New York Washington Morrison

Whitman Visitor Plans and Preview of Big Gridiron Test

Whitman aggregations arrive in the city at 12 35 today and rest before final signal practice at the University Armory. Coachs Jeffs and Nichole express confidence as the Whitman vs Western Washington game looms a hard fought meeting first since 1894 with Beattie Park crowds expected and a cup trophy at stake.

Whitman U. of W University Armory Jeffs Nichole Washington Walla Walla T. Lippy Calhoun Carl Clemens Beattie

Open Door Policy in China Draws Diplomatic Replies

Washington reports no replies yet from Britain France Germany or Russia on the Open Door in China affecting American trade. German ambassador von Holleben and Russian envoy Count Caresin reiterate support for open access at Kai Chau and Talienwan, asserting no change in policy and lack of new instructions.

Washington, D. C State Department England France Germany Russia China Powers Indieste Washington Count Caresin Ince Talienwan von Holleben Kiae Chau von Thlolleben Kino Chau Hae la

Brewer Denies Resignation Rumor in Civil Service

Washington dispatch reports Commissioner Brewer of the Civil Service Commission denies any intention to resign. He states there is absolutely no truth in the speculation and he remains in office as the inquiry continues.

Washington, D. C Brewer The Civil Service Commission

Shipping News from the Wharves and Nearby Ports

The steam colliers Willamette and Mackinaw load coal at the south bunkers for San Francisco. The schooner Lizzie & Berenston arrives from the feeding banks with a good catch. Kinshin Maru sails for the Orient with 4 000 tons of freight. Mer cargo includes cotton and general merchandise. The Seattle Steamship company’s steamer Oregon arrives from Quartermaster harbor to Moran Bros shipyards for overhauling before spring service.

Willamette Mackinaw San Francisco Lizzie & Berenston Orient Seattle Steamship Company Oregon Quartermaster Harbor Moran Brose Shipyards

Light for Greenwood Franchises Awarded and Tramway Planned

Ratepayers in Greenwood British Columbia unanimously grant a franchise for an electric light company with local capitalists Duncan McIntosh of the Winnipes mine and George Collins of the Golden Crown as chief promoters. A right of way guarantee for a tramway to Phoenix valued at 100000 is also approved. The light plant will be installed in days and the tramway within a year.

Greenwood Duncan McIntosh Winnipes George Collins Golden Crown Phoenix

Mayor Jones Wins Prize in Golden Rule Cake Walk

Toledo news reports Mayor Jones and young Miss Herring won first prize in a Golden Rule cake walk at a ball. The nurse initially danced alone but grew agitated by applause before the mayor partnered and the pair received the cake.

Toledo Mayor Jones Little Miss Herring

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