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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1902
Page
4
Glasgow reports a hurricane struck a shipyard shed at the yard where Sir Thomas's new challenger was being built. The shelter collapsed and swept away without causing serious injuries or major damage to the vessel under construction.
The city and county campaigns show weak turnout with parties hosting rallies. Democrats plan a Fourth Avenue venue rally led by Turner to bolster legislative contests, notably Piper versus Judge Moore in the fiery First district race, while labor ties boost Moore's local appeal.
The annual report shows lumber and shin shipments from the Pacific coast rising this year with totals reaching 46,490 and 24,005 in various categories. It recommends building the Meeker to Lake Bell line and extending to Black River Junction to ease freight hauling across shores and during the year.
The YMCA venue opened last night with a reading of Larcle by Francie Fulton of Berkeley. The ball was well filled and attendees enjoyed the recital. Future entertainments are planned for the th of each month.
A complaint sworn in Juan Cann's court by J B Mark accuses T J Anderson of cashing a worthless check for Puget Sound National.
La Conner Trading and Transportation Company and the Port Orchard route will relocate to larger quarters in a new Pier 2 Northern Pacific warehouse from which the steamer will be operated. Existing offices at Galbraith warehouse and Coleman pier will be vacated as waterfront properties are torn down or demolished.
The funeral of Charles W. Neel was held at Bonney and Stewart parlors at 2 o clock this afternoon. A large number of relatives and friends attended. Interment was in Lake View cemetery.
A listing of vegetable and fruit prices appears with measurements per weight or container. Items include peppers at 1.25 per unit, celery and tomatoes priced per sack or basket, bananas 2 to 2.50, pineapples 3 per box, and oranges around 1.73, along with dairy and meat prices and notes on sale at docks and markets.
A reader sated by Capitol Hill scenery urges relocation and investment noting the area offers unrivaled views and future home sites. The letter claims Capitol Hill will become the most desirable coastal residence with rising property values and superior Western scenery.
A bold note declares a major project to place hundreds of pianos organs and a stock worth thousands of dollars in musical instruments and records within months. The sellers claim current prices offer the greatest values ever known and express confidence they will succeed.
Retail pianos now $121 and up. upright instruments at $76 to $110. Second hand squares from $64 to $220. organs heavily reduced. Easy pay plans offered. old instruments taken in exchange. Store open Saturday evenings only while stock lasts. Sheet music marked down. mail orders require payment in advance with postage.
A 30 inch water main burst at the corner of Sixth Avenue and Union Street, flooding Pike Street and surrounding blocks for over an hour. Water surged down Sixth Avenue washing away ground and damaging foundations, with many businesses and residences affected as crews worked to shut off the flow.
Chief of Police Sullivan and Sergeant Mike Powers of the Seattle department returned to Spokane for the annual fair. A report claimed the chief was lost in a wheat field east of the star, but he said he did not follow the mayoral fashion. Sheriff Cudiher said he would depart for Pureka to pursue Walter Osburn, wanted in Eureka for money under false pretenses. Osburn, who denied the charge, admitted a prior accusation by a former partner related to a livestock seizure and mortgage.
All graniteware and tin and japanned ware priced at half. Woodenware hardware willowware cutlery bird cages kitchen utensils hotel ware and silverware also half price with no exceptions except contracted items such as 1847 Rogers Bros knives forks and White Haviland china. No goods sold to dealers.
Local store advertises bedding comforts and wash goods with bold discounts. Full size Marseilles bed spreads at 0.75, silk lined comforts 0.89, gingham checks 0.24, Turkish bath rugs 0.25, Zenda cloth for wraps, and old Hickory shirting 0.96, all offered Friday.
Prompt to buy a new umbrella available at low prices. Women silk warp Gloria umbrellas with various handles sold Friday for 1.29 each, value 1.75. 26 inch women umbrellas priced Friday at 1.00. Men 28 inch umbrellas with steel rods and wood handles advertised for Friday sale. Children school umbrellas listed at 0.50 each.
Readable items include assorted tapestries, dresses, skirts, waists, stockings, petticoats, and linens with price tags from 25c to $3.25. Stock features women’s outings, children’s wear, men’s socks, and fabric goods in multiple colors and sizes.
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