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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1904

Page

8

DANGER OF TYPHOID EPIDEMIC AT FREMONT

Fremont faces a typhoid risk due to unsanitary cess pools and plugged sewers. Repairs and federal city negotiations over sewerage rights continue, leaving over 1,000 homes unable to connect and wells in Fremont and Brooklyn contaminated by cesspools.

Fremont Cess United States Ment Board of and Thomson Millie War Department Mallard Salmon Bay Premont Brooklyn

Six New Fountains Proposed for Street Intersections

Councilman Johnston introduced an ordinance to buy six additional drinking fountains like the ones installed at intersections. The fountains allow drinking without cups to curb contagion and include facilities to water horses.

Johnston Inetnight

Discouragement in Japan Despite Early War Progress

The Aragonta crew report widespread discouragement in Japan as the war begins. Mutinies at Port Arthur are rumored in Yokohama while a Georgetown ex-marshal, Laula Cline, faces a $50 fine and peace bonds after an arrest last week.

Japan Yokohama Port Arthur Laula Cline Georgetown

Frenchman Dies After Jump From Williamsburg Bridge

Taul Goddard, a Frenchman, leapt from the Williamsburg Bridge approaches in New York and died on the pavement 126 feet below. Despondent over business failures in the United States, he ended his life this morning.

New York

Corbett Matched for London Bout with White in January

New York reports that Young Corbett and English lightweight champion Jabex White were matched to fight in London come January. Charley White will referee and both boxers weigh in at 193 pounds. Forfeits totaling 2600 dollars were posted today. Charley Mitchell risks 10000 on White as George Considine plans to take Corbett to Ragland. Parker leaves for New York with a likely return on Thursday.

New York Young Corbett Jabex White London Charley White Charley Mitchell George Considine Corbett Ragland

Voters Rush to Register as Books Close Tonight

Voters rush to city hall as registration closes at midnight. More than 26,000 names may be eligible to vote in November, with 1,092 new registrations yesterday and 25,482 by this morning. An equal number is expected today.

Alaska man found near his room after alleged self harm

Police report Robert Duerr recently arrived from Alaska was found semi conscious in a narrow alley beneath his room window at the Wayside Emergency hospital. Lodgers heard talking before a fall but no one entered or left the room. Police investigation yields no clear light on the incident.

First Avenue Robert Duerr Gold Alaska Wayside Duerr Chris Duerr Artington

Nervine touted as cure-all for nervous system ailments

An old advertisement extols Dr Miles' Nervine as a remedy to strengthen nerves and cure ailments from indigestion to headaches and stomach liver kidney troubles. It claims the nervous system governs body functions and promises money-back if not benefiting after use. Includes testimonials from a Decatur grocer and references to various conditions.

Miles Nervine St. Vitus Decatur Vna

Suspected fall raises questions about attempt on life

A man named Ike Duerr survived a fall from a narrow ledge after being found with facial injuries and multiple rib fractures. Witnesses note his German speech and sobriety at the time, while authorities weigh whether foul play or an attempted suicide occurred. Duerr, about 20, regained consciousness but has not spoken, and onlookers found substantial money on his person.

Ike Duerr Duerr

Lady Cu Improves Slowly Amid Health Update

IMPROVING By Scrippe News Aas n London October 18 Lady Cu continues to improve but progress remains slow officials report on her health status and recovery trajectory continuing to monitor her condition closely at the hospital.

London

Federal Grand Jury Meets in Oregon Indictments Forecast

The federal grand jury in Portland meets but no new land fraud indictments are expected. Special Attorney Haney, handling the docket, arrives to coordinate prosecutions amid a broad range of cases.

Portland Ore Haney

War on Octopus War on Octopus

The Seattle Electric Company backed by the Citizens' alliance fights union electricians and miners at Renton coal mines. Company claims 70 workers at Renton, while strikers say 46. Electricians strike broadens to other firms, with unions pressured by wage demands and job shifts to rival firms.

Seattle Electric Company Citizens’ Alliance Furth Renton Te Renton Etrikere Electricians Feattie Mieetric Company Miles & Piper Company Beattie Eiedric Company Sight and Power Enoqualmie Pallet White River Power Company

Famine Relief Shipped To North Yakima Officials

Northern Pacific officials notify the Commercial Club of North Yakima that famine relief will be removed as soon as possible. An order for 1,600 car loads has been shipped to the state for immediate use. Leonard Foster, a farmer near Pine, Oregon, accidentally shot his mother in law Sunday night while awakening to search for a burglar.

Northern Pacific Railway Commercial Club North Yakima Leonard Foster Pine Ore

Woman Sues Beattie Electric Over Car Incident Damages

Hertha McPherson filed a suit for $1,060 in damages for personal injuries. She says she was badly hurt last August when alighting from a Green Lake car.

Hertha McPherson Beattie Electric Company Green Lake

Marriage Licenses and Local Sports Notes

George W. Monroe and Gertrude Leas, both of Seattle, obtain a marriage license. L. W. Smith, 20, of Beattie and May Jane Smith, 27, of Chicago New York, obtain a marriage license. Oct 18 Young Corbett heads to the coast to fight Battling Netton before Hayes Valley Athletic Club in San Francisco next month. Ham McKnight recovers rapidly after a serious operation at Seattle General Hospital last week.

George W. Monroe Gertrude Leas Legal Age Seattle L. W. Smith Beattie May Jane Smith Chicago New York Young Corbett Coast Battling Netton Hayes Valley Athletic Club San Francisco Ham . McKnight Seattle General Hospital

Ribben Shirts Drawers and Pants Auction in Six Lots

A sale offers ribben shirts, drawers, and pants divided into six great lots. The listing highlights clothing items ready for bidding with emphasis on practical wardrobe pieces and bulk lots for buyers seeking value.

Vu Ribben

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