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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1903

Page

3

Weather Man Requests Bench Warrant Over Drought

The Weather Maker demands Judge Cann issue a bench warrant against Pluvius the rain god for failing to deliver agreed rainfall. Salisbury and colleagues debate drought causes, predicting partly cloudy with rain and warmer night as they discuss a drought relief scheme and hidden interests behind the drought.

Central Saliabury Scott Winey Behn Ello Judge Cann Grover Cleveland Tom Reed Cal Sallebury Roberts Sahara Pluvina Pluvius Saliaberg

Nimbus and Pluvius Promised Arrival Delayed

The Vater introduces Nimbus to Salisbury and explains that Pluvius cannot come over due to intense tooth pain, hindering movement. The exchange hints at a planned visit that was postponed because of illness.

Nimbus Salisbury Weill Pluvius

Twentieth Century Club Reorganized For Dance Series

A group of young men met at 10 Hawthorne Street Union to reorganize the Twentieth Century Club. They plan a series of dances this season and named Messe Mawthorne Merry Chay Garrough George Dow as the general committee. The schooner Alice was towed to winter quarters in the Duwamish River yesterday. The steamer Spokane sails to San Francisco tonight with 200 passengers and full cargo.

Hawthorne Union Street Messe Mawthorne Merry Chay Garrough George Dow Spokane Francisco Alice Evergreen Winter Quarter Duwamish River

Vancouver youth dubbed Lordy Webber flees Seattle

Police traced a Vancouver man known as Lordy Webber to Seattle after reports he drank wine and spent funds from the Mendelson Publishing treasury. A warrant was issued for his arrest as authorities continued to search for him.

Devgian Lordy Webber Vancouver Seattle Wentieman Mendelson Publishing Company Vancouver A Webber Douglas

Man Claims Lodging House Ownership. Lodger Ejected

A lodger at the Jefferson Hall lodging house on Jefferson Street asserts ownership and tries to eject the manager. Casey, who rented a room, was found in possession and argued with plainclothes officer Landwehr. He was booked for disorderly conduct after the confrontation. A missing boy, Arthur Higgs, 12, was reported from 1215 South Avenue. James D. Hoge Jr. returned from a business trip to New York yesterday.

Casey Landwehr James D. Hoge, Jr New York

One Lawyer Proud of Success Rate

A speaker boasts that in forty cases he failed only once and earned payment from 39 others. He frames the ratio as a strong record, noting that the fortieth case incurred no expense. The remark emphasizes efficiency and reliability in his legal practice.

Justice George's Court Faces Another Blunder

Yesterday the court of Justice George encountered another blunder as proceedings were disrupted. Details remain unclear and officials promised a review of the mishap.

Justice George's Court

Presidential deal behind New York City campaign

A 1920s style political analysis links President Roosevelt Governor Odell and Mayor Low, arguing a three‑linked power chain could sustain Republican control of New York City and state. It highlights police patronage, party loyalties, and the shift from nonpartisan city governance to partisan control.

New York City York Het New York Hoonever Odell Lowin Wacore Rowe David Thain Tien- Jamin B. Odell Hill Tammany Mall Bekind Odell National Party Beth Law Law Eaper New York State Roosevelt Grell Low Bern Odell-Low Low White House Greene

Elopement case notes cited failures in section

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Kriete moved for diaminer of the ones after case was tried and argued. He argued the law is defective to such an extent that the hands of the Fire Werden are tied. Luces was discharged though guilty of the offense.

Tua Wee Kriete Luces

Park approval hinges on bond from adjoining property owners

A park at Highland drive and Seventh Avenue West in Queen Ane Hill was approved by the park and boulevard committee on condition that nearby property owners contribute half the expense and provide a satisfactory surety bond by the next council meeting. The bond and timely payment are required to proceed with condemnation actions for four vacant lots offering an elevated view of the sound.

Highland Drive Seventh Avenue West Queen Ane Hill Park and Boulevard Council Counsil Rhea Beattie

Men With Money Are Now Missing

Frank Stambaugh of 1818 Ninth Avenue and W Pierce of Latona are missing after each one had money with them. Stambaugh left October 4 telling relatives he would go to Burner with $100 but did not reach Sumner. Pierce withdrew $106 on October 15 and has not been seen since. his son asked police to search yesterday. Also notice: office clerk and carrier examination applications due Beattie November 21 by 6 pm. contact H D Temple, local board chair.

Frank Stambaugh Ninth Avenue W . Pierce Latona Stambaugh Sumner Pierce Great Northern Tunnel

Pacific Train Tragedy Near Morse's Mill Claims Puyallup Leader

James Greenleaf president of Puyallon was struck by a Northern Pacific freight train yesterday at 19 o'clock near Morse's mill inside Puyallup city limits. The deaf and feeble man walked along the track toward the train, was unseen by the engineer, and was hurled about thirty feet. He died four hours later from his injuries.

The Star Tacoma James Greenleaf Puyallon Oheck Norther Pacific Morse's Mill Puyallup Greenleaf

Alms House Robbery In Norristown

In Norristown Pennsylvania on October 17 a watchman at the county almshouse was beaten and gagged by masked robbers who then blew open the cafe and fled with a small amount of money and valuables.

Dog Owner Sues City In Historic Valdez Case

In Valdez a court action led by Al White and others challenges the city over dog licenses. The case requests restraining orders to stop destruction of dogs after five days, arguing the license passed by an illegal council. The matter remains under advisement as the dispute unfolds.

Valdes Wickersham al White Sem Lynch White Ilegal Council

Patrolman Arrests Woman in Lamp Theft Case

Patrolman Glaswcock arrested a woman calling herself Mrs Hooker on suspicion of stealing a lamp and other mail articles. She appeared mentally unbalanced and may be sent to county jail for an insanity commission. She is 35, with little police knowledge about her. Visiting Day on the cruise New York listed times at Pier 2.

Glaswcock Hooker

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