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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1903
Page
7
The Treasury Department moved quickly on a port issue over Ptek rice duty. Deputy Collector Mit received Washington orders declaring the rice in question uncleaned not cleaned, reversing a prior stance. Merchants had paid higher duty, now refunded as the error is corrected.
Mrs Jennie Thor was arrested on a shoplifting charge after a witness saw her place a shirt into her bag at The Leader on Second Avenue. Nick Goulet reported a $60 gold watch stolen from his room at the St James Hotel last night. He left his vest briefly and found the watch missing upon return.
Oct. King Peter assembled the new parliament and made a strong impression. The general opinion today is that chances for a counter-revelation are remote.
City Detectives Tennant and an arrest in Portland tied to a cache of stolen silverware from Seattle. Bell confessed to the Moore burglary in Seattle after his Portland arrest and implicated others. A separate case charges Donald McLeanald with threatening to kill Agnes Late, with bail set at $1,000.
A historical column describes Jerusalem as a flashpoint of Christian sectarian strife over control of the Holy Sepulcher. It notes Turkish guardianship, multi denominations, and risky pilgrimages by Russians Armenians and Catholics. The piece highlights brutal bigotry and rivalry amid religious fervor surrounding sacred sites.
The Grand announces morning sale of seats for Henry Miller and Margaret Anglin in a three night plus matinee engagement. The program opens with The King of Helen and continues with Aftermath Camille, and Doutre Passipie. Channing Ellery’s Royal Medal Band will play daily. The Dairy Farm at Beattie Theater runs all week. Uncle Josh Spraceby runs four days with new scenery and effects. Over Niagara Falls and Sipextrem Town noted for upcoming weeks.
The chamber of commerce took no decision on a court house bond at yesterday's meeting. Three reports were discussed and all were placed on file with the content ignored. J J Moetilivea urged lawyers to handle docket work, while others noted court location issues and suburban petition plans.
A New York fashion note describes a versatile menswear option adding both the four-in-hand knot and a puff in one garment. It emphasizes non patented versatility, fall trends from clothiers, with double-breasted fronts, wide trousers, and popular neutral colors like gray brown and dark blue.
Frank Gregory accused pool room visitor arrested by Patrolman Ryan after being left by Ringting circus and charged with vagrancy. Tom Casey labeled a typical hobo, sentenced to 90 days chain gang and fined $100 by Police Judge George. Also noting BC Agricultural Exhibition in Victoria with round trip fare $2. Tickets from 606 Firat Ave.
The body of William Thomas, also known as Kennedy Smith and Kid Smith, lies at Ronney Wateren awaiting burial in the potter's field. No mourners will attend the bier for the outlaw accused of murders including Patrolman A C Secaneman. kin show no interest in a decent funeral.
The markets note lingering poultry oversupply as demand remains light before the holiday rush. Fruit prices hold steady while provisions, vegetables, and grains show mixed listings with oats, barley, and hay priced per ton and per bale in varied ranges.
A broad listing notes many streets and avenues lined with houses and lots now for sale. The notice implies wide availability and potential value over time for buyers seeking local property opportunities.
Auction listing reads prices for spring chickens 120 lb cattle calves 660 lb and beef cattle. Fare for travel 2.90 round trip with tickets valid from October. Readable items note eggs poultry and livestock available for sale at Victoria market.
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