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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1899

Page

3

Misapprehensions Corrected About Roberts Seat in Congress

Washington dispatch reviews the Roberts case as Congress nears session. Roberts holds a valid certificate of election and cannot be kept from taking his seat. objections will delay him only until the Judiciary committee decides, with expulsion as possible only by two thirds after a proper inquiry.

Washington, D. C Fifty-Sixth Congress Roberts Uimh House of Representatives Roberta Mandete Utah Mr. Roberte Judiciary Committee For House

Smelter project delayed. West Seattle facility not ready

Edward W. Drew reports the West Seattle Smelter will not be operational by year’s start. The Pacific Smelting and Refining Company has funds but cannot secure guarantees for 96 percent of concentrate value. Drew says six firms won’t guarantee under those terms. machinery ordered and parts ready, with hopes to start by spring and March flume operation.

West Seattle Pacific Smelting and Refining Company Edward W. Drew Ariven Drew Star Plymouth Orphan Boy

Alien mining law keeps workers away from Cassiar district

A group of miners from Cassiar District in northern British Columbia traveled south on the Dirigo. They praise the country but note the alien mining law deters many from the area, with no significant new gold discoveries reported.

Cassiar Detrict British Columbia Dirigo Atlin

Deep Waterway Memorial Unites Cities to Improve Des Plaines

Chicago and St Louis join with Tilinein valley residents to press Congress for a deep waterway linking Lake Michigan to the Mississippi. An executive committee led by Col Isaac Taylor will organize a campaign in Springfield within weeks, with a federal relations subcommittee to push the memorial to Washington.

Chicago St. Louis Tilinein Valley Congress Des Plaines Illinois Lake Michigan Mississippi River Col Isaac Taylor Springfield Federal Relations Committee Washington

Johnson Leads Democrats In Campaign Preparations In Chicago

J G Johnson chairman of the Democratic national committee arrived from Texas and plans to base national headquarters in Chicago at the Sanity building. He denied rumors that Senator Jones or other leaders favored moving offices to Washington or scheduling a Washington conference with party chiefs.

Chicago J. G. Johnson Democratic National Executive Committee Texas Samuel B. Cook Ways and Means Sanity Johnson Kansas National Committee Washington Senator Jones National Committee

Police pursue Klodt diamond robbery mystery

Police continue to investigate the Klodt diamond robbery with no fresh developments. Authorities express confidence they will identify and locate the responsible parties.

Incorporation Filed for Rainier Clam Factory

The Rainier Clam Factory filed articles of incorporation with capital stock of 10000 dollars in 60 dollar shares. Directors named are Arthur Wright Nicholas Rendhower and G M Emory.

Rainier Arthur Wright Nicholas Rendhower G. M. Emory

Kentucky man sues for defamation after $5,000 verdict

In Almany Kentucky Judge Buck awards $5,000 to J T Lee in circuit court after J C Huck claims divine inspiration led him to accuse Lee of passing a forged $2 bill. Huck testified he did not recognize the passer and later told his wife the identity. Lee sues for damages and the jury awards the amount.

Almany J. C. Buck Huck J. T Lee Kuck Lee Shuck Mra Tom Lee Shin

Dr. Powell Reeves Heals Suffering in Seattle and West

The narrative extols Dr. Powell Reeves as a supreme medical specialist offering cures for various diseases. It asserts numerous past cures in Seattle, British Columbia, and western mountain states, claiming unmatched expertise and life altering results for afflicted patients seeking his treatment.

Seattle Reeves British Columbia West

Beattie Resident Credits Dr Reeves For Cure

Jor Veasey of Beattie claims Dr Reeves cured a severe kidney and stomach ailment after ignoring doctors who said Reeves was a quack. Veasey says he read ads in the Post and intends to respond in person or by letter with further complaints or updates.

Powell Reeves Korn Yester Way Seatile Jor Veasey Beattie Beilerd Ourtie Reed Reeves Powell Reeves

Doctor Reeves Promises Cures for Rheumatism and Nervous Ailments

A historical testimony claims Dr Reeves cured long standing rheumatism bronchial issues throat ears and eyes through his inhalation treatment. Patients describe relief from coughing deafness and persistent pains with renewed strength and well being after treatment.

Just Like a Deaf Mute Dr Reeves Restores Hearing

Out of town readers report Dr Reeves curing a range of ailments from sore throat to lung diseases and chronic eye problems. A sister’s advice led to a successful treatment claimed to restore hearing and relieve chronic issues.

Dr. Reeves Reeves

Deafness and Vision Return After Doctor Reeves Treatment

A patient describes severe deafness and eye pain from a long illness. After Dr Reeves’ care the ringing stops and sight improves, allowing reading and conversation again.

Fragmentary patient note on stomach pains and care

A garbled excerpt describes severe stomach pains including belching and rises, with a reference to a physician named Dr Reeves and a claim of improvement after seeking care at a great doctor. The text is unclear but centers on medical treatment and relief.

He Cured My Consumption Story Recounts Doctor Reeves

A fragmentary reader testimonial describes recovery from consumption attributed to treatment by Dr. Reeves. The text hints at dramatic improvement and renewed breath, noting Reeves restored health after stomach trouble and separate medical observations.

Dr Reeves new treatment praised in patient note

A patient reports long trial of catarrh with head and throat issues and nasal growths. They say Dr Reeves' new treatment is splendid and effective and they recommend it to all their friends.

New District Near Atlin Reports Rich Placer Prospects

Stanley Mankoskwy returns from Alaska with news of a newly found placer district 75 miles north of Atlin. Six workers earn 16 to 20 dollars daily. pay dirt indicates a large area. He praises prospects over Atlin and notes copper and gold in Porcupine. Free milling quartz near Juneau cited as affordable to process.

Stanley Mankoskwy Alaska Atlin Star Juneau

Railway line decree ends bicycle tolls in region

A Chicago meeting of general passenger agents from lines across Chicago to Buffalo and the Great Lakes approved an edict requiring bicycles to pay fares. The decision, supported by agents east of Pittsburgh and Buffalo, is regarded as practically guaranteed.

Chicago Pittsburg Buffalo Onla River Great Lakes Pittsburo

New York Approves Underground Rapid Transit Plan

After thirty years of talk New York moves toward rapid transit with approval from Corporation Counsel Whalen. The Rapid Transit Commission will meet at the chamber of commerce to consider ads banning other tunnel plans as Edward M. Shepard forecasts kickoff soon. Bids could open in three weeks and construction begin by January 1 1900.

New York Whalen Rapid Transit Commission Chamber of Commerce City Hall Harlem Edward M. Shepard Commission Rapid Transit Board

Holland's crew nearly killed by gas in submarine test

The Holland submarine’s crew of six barely escaped asphyxiation after a short bay trial. The vessel reached the pier but the men did not emerge in time. rescuers opened the manhole to find the interior filled with gas. A pressured gas reservoir had leaked, but all crew members were revived.

New York Holland

Robbers Hit Reynolds Bank In Early Morning Heist

Reynolds bank suffered an 89000 robbery and explosion at 2 AM. Four men fled in two buggies with horses as citizens and a posse chased them toward Monticello. The bank building is a total wreck with doors off and pennies scattered across the floor.

Monticello Eamer Oliver

League of Iowa Municipalities Opens Annual Session

DES MOINES Oct. 18 The League of Iowa Municipalities began its annual session here today and will continue tomorrow. Addresses covered municipal ownership questions by Mayor John McVicar Des Moines Mayor John H Redmond Cedar Rapids Edward Kibler Columbus and President George A Gates Iowa College Grinnell.

Des Moines League of Iowa Municipalities John McVicar John H. Redmond Cedar Rapids Edward Kibler Columbus George A. Gates Iowa College Grinnell

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