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13 Oct 1903
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Seattle Star in Seattle, Washington
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1903
Page
1
Russian Child-Killer Mur skina Arrested in Trautian
A Morgen Poet dispatch from Trentia, Russia reports Mur skina, a peasant woman, arrested in Trautian on charges of wholesale murder in which she allegedly abducted and killed over a thousand infants. The public debates lynching as authorities investigate a long-running infantcide spree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barlin
Trentia
Russia
Murskina
City Fathers discuss forming a lacrosse team profit and pride
Seattle city officials at a council meeting debate starting a lacrosse club to rival the world champion Shamrocks on their return from Prussia. They discuss players sticks and timing with humorous chatter and a note on recent deportations of three French women by Washington authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Courcilman Murphy
Econet
Gill
James
Abraham
William
Washington, DC
Women Held in Message Says U B Marshal Telegram
A telegram received by the U B marshal yesterday places two women, Victoria Gautier and Margartete Lea, in the Mouse of the Good Shepherd at Portland while a third is confined in Helena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. B Marshal
Victoria Gautier
Margartete Lea
Mouse of the Good Shepherd
Portland
Helena
Running Owl Sought After Minckfeet Massacre
Special to The Star in Spokane reports at a preliminary hearing Maj Monteith heard Chief John Mountain Muftalo Hide Yellow Cat and Menry Munery, arrested as suspects in the Minckfeet reservation massacre, rode out of camp before the killing. Running Owl is now suspected and is missing amid Mackfoot tensions after White Calf's death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Spokane
Maj. Monteith
John Mountain
Muftalo Hide
Yellow Cat
Menry Munery
Is Killed at Kelso
W Rogers was run over on the Northern Pacific tracks near Kelso yesterday afternoon. The body was horribly mangled. A coroner's inquest shows the cause of death and details of the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelso
Tragedy Report Says Brother Saw Man Struck by Train
A man walking along the tracks three miles from Clequa was struck by engine No 7 as he neared the locomotive. The engineer observed him just before impact while returning home with a brother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clequa
Hin
Intention to Hold Cathedral Fair Plans Vanish into Funds
Citizens prepare a city fair program with a schedule and expenses. The executive committee and mayor announce a public address to open the fair, seeking contributions to cover costs and featuring a carnival belle and diamond prize.
Council Delays Passage on Main Street Project
A council motion to pass the Main Street project was returned to the committee of roads and boulevards. The abandonment of the project had effectively been approved, but Ke Shorrock appeared and disputed the decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highia
Rka
Lawsuit Brought Over Alleged Malicious Slander
J Keanke and P W Howland filed a suit against William C Emonds claiming free damages for alleged malicious slander. The case centers on claims that Emonds stated that the men were watchmakers and cheap laundrymen during a dispute at an event near Cetheia cathedral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nm. J. Keanke
P. W. Howland
William ¢. Emonds
Washington to Build New Union Station and Rail Link
Fourteen million dollars is being spent on major railroad improvements in Washington. Plans include a new central union station replacing two inadequate structures, serving major lines such as Baltimore & Ohio Atlantic Coast Line Southern Seaboard and Pennsylvania. A new tunnel and other rail projects accompany the depot development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, RD. C
Washington
Union
Baltimore & Ohio
Atlantic Coast Line
Southern
Seaboard Air Line
Chesapeake & Ohio
Pennsylvania
New Union Station to Feature Marble Exterior and Vast Tracks
The plan calls for abolition of at grade crossings and a front wider than the Caps. Twenty-nine tracks will lead into the station with a tunnel over a mile long under Washington. Marble and granite will adorn the building in a Homan style. A grand estate entrance will welcome the president and city guests. Interior light will come from a 100 foot high semi cylindrical dome of colored wine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
New Union Station Plans Describe Tunnel Route and Grand Concourse
The proposed station will feature a tunnel from east of Capitol to First and C streets, with floors at 19 and 35 feet above ground. Three granite arches lead to a vestibule 259 feet wide, a resin waiting area 210 by 186 feet, and a circular driveway. Special waiting rooms, lunch counters, a dining room, and presidential suites are planned. The concourse spans 760 feet by 1% feet, guiding passengers to trains, with baggage handling beneath.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Het Street
Capitol
Library of Congress
First Streets
Resee VA 4 plans include barber shop pool and baths
On a graded incline a barber shop a swimming pool marble Turkish baths and a mortuary are planned with space for five rooms. A sub basement will hold an immigrant waiting room and freight elevators rising to the third floor. A YMCA room gymnasium linen room and kitchen are also indicated on the upper level.
Railroad station expansion and crew housing plan unveiled
Plans detail sleeping rooms for train crews in the attic and a station occupying 254 600 square feet along Massachu etts avenue near Net h Capitol street. Estimated costs: Pennsylvania Railroad 7 6 million, B and O 6 5 million, District of Columbia 2 6 million. Completion span about three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachuettts Avenue
Capitol Street
Pennaerivania Railroad
District of Columbia
City Council Hears Asphalt Paving Plan Debate
A resolution to issue a general plan for asphalt paving of a district bounded by Union Roy streets Boylston avenue and Broadway sparks a heated council debate. Councilman James Lot attacks the cost and signatures required while Councilman Taylor challenges his claims as Crichton asks the men to address the chair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union and
Roy Streets
Boylston Avenue
Broadway
James Lot
Treasury
Saati
James
Taylor
Crichton
Boy Bandits Rob Woman in Bold Hold Up
Two youths not over 14 years old robbed Mrs. W. A. Wryer of a purse containing $8 at Napa and Pacific avenues as she waited for a car. They wore hats pulled down to conceal faces and escaped into darkness. Judge Hanford dismissed Nicholas Paulson v Northern Pacific, settling out of court after three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanford
Nicholas Paulson
Northern Pacific Railway
Paulson
City clash over municipal lighting contract controversy escalates
Council debates a measure to stop alleged fraud in specifications for machinery a city engineer Thomson and board of public works accused of bias and impropriety. Mayor Mames backs Thomson as council adjourns to a joint session with the mayor and board Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mouitcipal
Gill
Board of Public Works
Saloon Running Charges Stir Cedar River Town
A warrant issued by Justice Cannes court charges DPD HM Adame and Richard Corniah with operating a saloon and disorderly house without a license in Harneston near the Cedar River. Albert EB Smith of Kent Lumber Company swore out the complaint and the defendants were brought to town last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cannes Court
DPD
HM. Adame
Richard Corniah
Harneston
Cedar River
Albert EB. Smith
Kent Lumber Company
Mysterious Cottage Fire on Twenty Fourth Avenue
A fire broke out at 9 10 p m in a vacant cottage at Twenty fourth avenue south and Holgate street. Damage is estimated near 1 00 dollars. Firemen could not determine the owner or occupants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twenty-fourth Avenue South
Holgate Street
Murder on Northern Pacific Freight Train Stumps Police
Spokane police probe a freight train murder of Elmer Patrice. Fulkerson, Patrice’s companion, claims robbers killed him and fled with Patrice’s seventy dollars, while Fulkerson’s eight dollars is noted. Officers question Fulkerson’s credibility as he guided them to the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Patrie
Northern Pacific
Elmer_ Patrice
Labor Meetings Tonight In City Halls Across Sectors
Allied Printing Trades Council records listing meetings at Harbere-Forester hall and Olympic hall. Locals for Teer Drivers Hespere-W C L U, Carpenters, Linemen Helpers, Laundry Workers, and Marine Cooks convene at various addresses around Second and Fourth avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allied Printing Trades Council
Record Office
Cor
First Ave
Jackson
Harbere—Forester
Firetay
Hespere
Butchers
Olympic Hall
Beacond
Carpentere
Fourth Ave
Fledgica
Linemen's Helpere
Waitretees
Second Ave
Marine Cooks
Cotman Dock Painters
Ad Decoratore
Firet
Leneara
Btone Cutters Carpenters’ Hall
Death of Mr Levy of M Levy & Co in Providence
Mr Levy died suddenly of diabetes at Providence Hospital last evening while seated. He had suffered from the disease for some time and was in the hospital six weeks. He ran a wholesale and retail cigar business on First Avenue for 14 years. His estate, valued around 90000 dollars, goes to a sister and several nieces, his sole living relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White
Providenne Hospital
Moves Levy
M. Levy & Co
Levy
Firat Avenue
Seventh annual High Court of Washington convention opens
The seventh annual convention of the High Court of Washington Independent Order of Borent ers meets this afternoon to elect officers for the coming year. About three delegates are present from across the state. The convention assembled yesterday with High Chief Ranger James F. Howitt presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Court of Washington
Independent Order of Borenters
James F. Howitt
Directions for Tanzer's Milk Test
Instructions describe a two-step chemical test to detect formaldehyde in milk using bottles labeled A and B. A pink color indicates purity. a deeper pink or purple suggests contamination. Authorities are advised to collect samples and report adulteration, with safety cautions for handling and storage.
Tragic Train Collision Kills Three in Kanbar City Yard
A collision between Missouri Pacific and O'Frieco freight trains in Kanbar City last night killed three workers and injured three more. The dead include A. L. Johnsen and John Murphy of Missouri Pacific and George Kirkpatrick. Injured are Will Austin KH Tirant and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kanbar City
Oct
Missouri Pacific
O'Frieco
A. Ll. Johnsen
Will Austin
Hegre
Tirant
Missouri
Train collision at crossing injures crowd waiting on tracks
The Prisco train stood on the crossing when the Missouri Pacific train struck it, overturning a freight car. The car toppled onto a group of men on the far side who were waiting for the Prisco train to pass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bh Ward
Prisco
Mixsouri Pacific
City Council Cancels Special Election For City Hall
By a 9 to 2 vote the city council declared off the special election for voting on the new city hall. Gill Redward and Kistler opposed the resolution to abandon the election amid debate over bond financing and high eastern interest rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gill
Redward
Kistler
Shamrock Lacrosse Tour Ends With Seattle Outing
The Shamrock lacrosse team and officials, including W. P. Kearney and Mrs. Kearney, spent hours cruising on Lake Washington with Seattle dignitaries. A clam bake followed at Madrona Park hotel. The squad heads to Portland via the Northern Pacific to face San Francisco and Vancouver, B C, injuries sidelining Noobin and Finlayson. The Vancouver Ledger notes Seattle proved competitive, signaling a rising lacrosse scene for next season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shamrock Lacrosse
W. P. Kearney
Madrona Park
Seattle
Northern Pacific
Portland
San Franccisco
Vancouver
B. C
Noobin
Finlayson
British Columbia
Vancouver Ledger
Bcals
Sound City
Beattie Lacrosse Interest Boosts Westminster Club
City officials note growing local support for lacrosse as Westminster plans for next season. If Vancouver withdraws the team, Westminster may join a weakened league while Beattie efforts push the sport forward amid uncertain Fraser River salmon runs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Westminster
Vancouver
Westminster
Fraser
Beattle
Beattie
Superior Judge Dismisses Case Against Charlier Dans
The Superior Judge yesterday granted a motion to dismiss the state case against Charlier Dans charged with grand larceny. The trial had begun yesterday morning but ended after the state’s evidence presented by Attorney Boott was found to be insufficient.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlier Dans
Boott
Pair faces robbery charge in Tenderloin case
Dane Wes and Fiora Ferguson were jointly charged in a $120 robbery at a Tenderloin resort. The trial showed Ferguson was guilty while Wes remained charged after her conviction weeks earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dane Wes
Fiora Ferguson
John Hanson
Ferguson
Guiity
Frisco Series Opens Tomorrow At Recreation Park
Ban Francisco begins a six game series at Recreation Park tomorrow against the locals. Wilson's raves have won six straight games and could rise in the percentage column if they beat Frisco. Portland and Sacramento figures appear in scattered notes with batteries listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ban Francisco
Recreation Park
Wilson's Raves
Mass Meeting Aims to Reorganize City Unions
Delegates from all city labor unions meet at Teamsters hall 180 Second Ave to discuss reforming the Western Central Labor union into a centralized body affiliating city unions. The session follows recent Carmen and Teamsters strikes revealing the need for a stronger central organization amid opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teamsters’ Hall
Second Avenue
Western Central Labor Union
W. Cc. IL. UT
Carmen’s
Teamsters
Robbery At P B Kern Jewelry Store In Skagway
Thieves forced entry to P B Kern's jewelry store in Skagway early Sunday and stole about 2000 dollars worth of watches nuggets gems and gold rings. One man likely carried out the crime leaving trays of diamonds and other items behind beneath a street arc light.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skagway
P. B. Kern
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Rat CE A
Murphy
Hiram
G. W. Rogers
W. Rogers
Prof. Langley
Counel
Atanaos
Poencit
Ben
Hymes
Es Cetheia Cathedral
Resee VA
Olfece
J. Karger
Trusty Towler
Down
Gill Pinding
Mames
Thomson
Thomean
The
Fulkerson
Patrie
Par
Sprangis
Fulkerwon
Pulkerson
MR. Levy
Alteo
Kansas City
Land of Orange-pickers
Scott
Daiex
Theliman
Anderson
Fitzgerald and Graham
Toe Angeles
Eeenenneee
Franciece Seeeree
Sacramento Senee Orgestes
Oakland
Ouesnane
Labor Leaders
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