Labor Day Ball Ends City Celebration At Armory
Labor Day festivities conclude after a parade and services at the Labor Temple. A large Armory ball attracts record crowds with a 9:30 pm start led by J. P. Griffin and Miss Gussie Wlase, amid decorated halls and active committees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armory
New
Labor Temple
Gussie Wlase
Waitresses
General
Labor Day Committee
W. M. Middleton
F. H. Pike
Robert Perler
W. A. Bane
J. P. Griffin
Weetere Washington Women’s Christian Temperance union opens in Tacoma
The 18th annual convention of the Weetere Washington Women’s Christian Temperance union began at First Baptist church in Tacoma and runs through Friday. A superintendents conference led by Miss Emma BR. Page of Olympia opened the morning session. Mrs. Alice R. Ridout was named entertainment committee chair. Music is directed by Mrs. A. L. D. Lawrence and decorations by Mr. H. McCleare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
Washington Women's Christian Temperance Union
First Baptist Church
Emma BR. Page
Olympia
Alice R. Ridout
A. L. D. Lawrence
H. McCleare
Social items from Mrs Crawford and friends note visits
Mrs L Crawford hosted an informal luncheon on Marion street with about 10 guests. Mrs F R Van Tuy held an informal card party at Seventeenth avenue with around 15 guests in honor of Mrs Moore from Portland. Miss Harriett Dallance of Peoria returned home after visiting Mrs Crawford and Miss Julia Crane visited her cousin in Bpo. Mrs Casey and Miss Casey, wife and daughter of Admiral Casey, were mentioned in social notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. R. van Tuy
Seventeenth Avenue
Harriett Dallance
Peoria
L. Crawford
Julia Crane
Highland Drive
European analyst warns of American economic lead and defenses
Prof Edward Suess argues in Vienna that American trusts threaten central Europe and shift world power to the United States. He notes rising U S trade advantage and rail growth as China and Russia align against perceived American commercial aggression and defense challenges.
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Vienna
Edward Suess
United States
China
Russia
America
Chinha
American Union
Germany
France
Woman at Munich Inn Hidden as Waiter for Ten Years
A letter from Munich reveals Johann Marken, a 29 year old waiter at a Schaersee hotel, secretly living as a man for a decade. Neighbors once dressed her in her brother's clothes after a flood killed her twin brother and parents, and she later revealed she was a woman in love with an English suitor. A marriage is planned.
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Munich
Johann Marken
Schaersee
Johann
Coronation Etiquette Worries Court Officials in London
A London report notes President McKinley is urged to attend coronation festivities breaking tradition, unsettled court heralds and officials. no precedent exists if he is treated as a distinguished guest. Bremerton travelers head to Alaska. Edna Adame visits Victoria, tea planned in Seattle. Bremerton relatives depart. Sailing party aboard Henrietta honors Miss Alice Andrews of Portland with Purdys and Gearys among guests.
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London
McKinley
The
United
Court of St. James
Peculiar Tacoma Accident Involving Chase Peterson
A Sunday afternoon car accident near Hiltharet leaves Chase Peterson critically injured after being accidentally shot in the neck by his brother in law W F Gram during a joint hunting trip. Peterson, once a Spokane correspondent and later Tacoma deputy county clerk, is well known in Washington and has many friends in Seattle.
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Tacoma
Hiltharet
Chase Peterson
Peterson
W. F. Gram
Washington
Newspaper Ma
Spokane
Ward
Thin City
Seattle
Hopkins Professor Drowned In Shrewsbury River
Prof. Maur ic Stephen of Johns Hopkins University drowned near Atlantic Heights when a rowboat overturned on the Shrewsbury river.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brew York
Mauric
Stephen
John Hopkins Univerally
Atlantic Heights
War dance on San Carlos risks violent turn
Phoenix, Arizona. The Apache war dance at the San Carlos reservation, started two weeks ago, may become violent as resist acceding to tribal chiefs. The Apache vow to retaliate at the Globe mining camp, leaving residents ready for trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenix
Ariz
San Carlos Reservation
Globe
Bernhardt Rumored Seriously Ill at Summer Home
Paris dispatch reports Sarah Bernhardt seriously ill at her summer residence as illness endangers her public appearances and raises concerns across theatre circles.
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Paris
Sarah Bernhardt
Renton planing mill goes to full operation
Suburban notes announce the new planing mill at Renton will run full time. The Monatch baseball team of Beattle beat Renton 12 to 6. Interbay residents start a movement to obtain a direct road to Seattle parallel to the waterfront railway. South Seattle public schools open this morning. Mr and Mrs Hans Nelson of Black River return from a year studying important points in Europe.
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Renton
Monatch
Beattle
Interbay
Seattle
Water Frank
Hans Nelson
Black River
Europe
Seattle Humane Society notes July meeting and actions
Special Officer Ridgway reported July cruelty cases to horses cows and dogs at the Seattle Humane Society meeting in the Rainier Grand hotel. A school board committee was formed to boost humane work with Judge Greene Miss Condon and Mrs Gronlund.
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Seattle Huamne Society
Rainier- Grand Hotel
Ridgway
Nelle
Roger 8. Greene
Mies Bk. Condon
Mra. L. Gronlund
HM. RK. Marriman
Seattle
Minnie Reeves
Ja. Gronlund
Washington
Man asks for replacement of old remnant at bank
Sept 3 Detroit story: cashier Kirch ner of the German American bank receives a request from a Caes avenue woman who shows a small scrap of a ten dollar bill and asks if the treasury could replace it with a new ten dollar bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Kirchner
Caes Avenue
Treasury Department
Washington
Deputy marshal pulls revolver in Northport strike
United States Deputy Marshal Harry F. Guiton pulled a gun on a union striker as non union workers were escorted to the smelter. He fled with a rifle, held the crowd at bay, then Justice Marshall appeared, read the riot act, and ordered dispersal. Peace was restored for now.
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Northport
Wash
Dept
United States
Marschal
Harry F. Guiton
Guiton
Marshall
Boone
Woman arraigned for forgery in London court
Miss Marie Joe pstine Fastwick of Philadelphia faces forgery and fraud charges for converting a five share certificate of Canadian Pacific stock into a 1000 share certificate and offering it in payment for United States Steel stock. She is described as well connected in Philadelphia society. Her attorneys plan to contest the case.
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London
Sept
Marie Joe
Pstine Fastwick
Philadelphia
Canadian Pacific
United States Steel Corporation
Mise Pantwick
Nelang
Murder in Eatonville Rocks Tacoma Area
A blacksmith named Alexander P. Vance shot and killed Chas F. Franklyn, a respected pioneer, in Eatonville about thirty miles south of Tacoma. Franklyn asked Vance to shoe his horse. after a refusal and a pistol draw, a struggle led to Franklyn’s death. Vance was tied and brought to Tacoma as the town mourns a violent, notorious incident in a troubled career.
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Tacoma
Alexander P. Vance
Chas
F. Franklyn
Eatonville
Franklyn
Vance
Reseue
Tne
North Carolina
Pearl fashions drive global demand despite scarcity
The piece notes how a pearl famine has made pearls highly scarce and exorbitantly priced, yet still in demand worldwide. It mentions Paris as a focal point and references a well known dealer, Figaro, in connection with the market.
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Portain
Parise
Figaro Af
Pink lingerie craze swirls through Paris and Europe
A Paris fashion trend highlights a princess dressing entirely in pink lingerie. The six piece bridal outfit includes petticoats corset cover chemise nightgown and a pink silk satin set with lace and ribbons. The pink shade family spreads from Petersburg to Vienna and London as a chic statement.
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Paris
Moving the Armory in Beattie N G Ward plan
Speculation arises among Beattie national guard about moving the Armory to clear space for a federal building. Companies B and D N G W own the Armory, paid 1500 to date, and plan two options to shift about two feet east or raise the structure with a new foundation for extra upper room. Trustees Capisa Case and Stringer arrange for contractor inquiries as moves await funds and decision.
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Beattie
Third Avenue
Union Street
National Guard
Armory
Companies B and D. N. G. W
Regents of
the State University
Capisa Case
Stringer
Baby munches ten dollar bill in early morning mischief
A baby at a home is found contentedly eating a torn ten dollar bill taken from a purse. The cashier suggests taking the remnant to a national bank while noting the toddler was unaware of the act and a replacement is expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirchner
Indy
Town court fines and removals in morning session
Judge George fined A. Furtwaugher ten dollars and costs for excessive cornering speed. KE Hickson failed to appear and forfeited a twenty five dollar bond for disorderly conduct. Oliver Hazlett, labeled a dope fiend, was ordered to leave town within ten hours.
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A. Furtwaugher
George
KE. K. Hickson
Oliver Hazlett
Czar of Russia to Arrive in France September 17
Paris dispatch announces the Russian Czar will arrive in France on September 17. The official note confirms the planned visit and sets the date for the high level royal audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Russia
France
Bench Warrants Issued for Three Names in Court Summons
Judge Bell issued bench warrants for C. A. Kinnear, Adam Reichat, and C. K. Sturtevant after they were slow to appear for a morning session. The men turned up shortly after, making service unnecessary.
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Bell
C. A. Kinnear
Adam Reichat
C. K. Sturtevant
Pearla Necklace Prices Rise on Continued Demand
The article notes a necklace of US pearls priced at $85,000 with a dozen black pearls. It says Americans pay from $20,000 to 996,000 for a collar and that a necklace 15 years ago worth $2,000 now brings $6,000 to 88,000 due to ongoing demand.
City fights pole surplus as telephone firms face permit limits
City Engineer Thomson says Seattle has at least seven thousand poles with no wires and asserts both the Telephone Co and Automatic Co are hoarding pole space, prompting the board of public works to refuse new permits until poles are shown to be necessary for immediate telephone service.
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Thomson
Buncet Telephone Co
Seattle
Automatic
Board of Public Works
Seattie Hop Pickers To Trek To Kent Auburn Fields
The first crowd of Seattie hop pickers will leave Friday morning for Kent and Auburn to work in the fields west of the Mountains. Next Tuesday and Thursday the ee who are going to the North Yakima fields will depart Seattie.
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Seattie Hop-Pickere
Kent
Auburn
Yakima Fields
Seattie
Sandow Triumphs Amid Early Adversity and Feats
The strongman Eugene Sandow rose from tough times in Amsterdam by lifting failing weight machines after paying a penny. He repeated the stunt twice, was briefly detained, then released as his actions were deemed invited demonstrations. He later set wrestling records in Italy and survived an ambush in a cafe, performing feats that drew immense attention.
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Eugene Sandow
Amsterdam
Sandow
Ing Powers
Italy
Martelotte
Proverbial Musings on Character and Judgment
A collection of maxims on procrastination, decisiveness, loyalty, and judgment. Observations warn against indiscretion, emphasize courtesy with resolve, and compare pedigree to deeper traits. The speaker notes that true wisdom comes from knowing and acting rightly, not from surface signs.
Parker's New Trial In Parker Case Reversed
The remittitur in the State vs L Parker case reverses the King County Superior Court ruling denying a new trial. Parker was convicted in May 1900 for complicity in robbing the First National Bank. Juror misconduct and juror separation during deliberations prompted the appeal, and the Supreme Court urges juries be excused to prevent prejudice when jury members disclose Parker’s record in other counties.
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Ve. L. Parker
King County Superior Court
Parker
Firet National Bank
Supreme Court
Appellant
Exady
Brakeman Surrenders After Hobo Shooting
RB A Crummey, a Northern Pacific brakeman, shot tramp Frank Wilson and turned himself in to police. He was booked and released on his own recognizance. Wilson was taken to the county hospital for treatment.
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RB. A. Crummey
Northern Pacific
Frank Wilson
Wilson
Storm Toll Grows After San Diego Passage
A violent storm swept through Corpus Christi and nearby areas this afternoon with five dead and two seriously injured. The storm damaged homes, disrupted traffic, and prompted emergency crews to rescue stranded residents. Authorities continued surveys for additional casualties.
Forerunner of Big Deal Capt. Horn Resigns Master of Majestic
Capt. Horn resigns as master of the Majestic. Capt. McAlpine will take his place, with uncertainty over whether Horn’s stock in Thompson Steamboat Co. will be relinquished. A deal may have him selling interests to La Conner Trading and Transportation Co. as preliminary steps toward absorbing Thompson Breamboat Co. by L T and T Co.
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Horn
Majestic
McAlpine
Thompson Steamboat Co
la Conner Trading’ & Transportation Co
Thompson Breamboat Co
Fire Insurance Shield Formed by Local Businessmen
Articles incorporating the Western Mutual Fire Insurance Co were filed with the county auditor this morning. A group of city business men led by H Beaumont and T L Thurston formed an association to protect members against fire losses, not for profit, listing many members including C G Smith J F Prince W G Ward N A Thompson and others.
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Western Mutual Fire Insurance Co
H. Beaumont
T. L. Thurston
CG Smith
James F. Prince
W. G. Ward
N. A. Thompson
A. W. Denny
A. T. Bonney
A. E. Curties
L. Bryant
H. R. King
T. ©. Savage
A. N. Noyce
J. B. Hooper
Tte
Birthday Banquet Honors Henry George in Seattle
A banquet at the Lincoln celebrated Henry George with speakers including Dr. David De Beck on Personal Recollections of Henry George and Robert Bridges on Growth of the Movement. Toasts by A J Wolf, Dr F S Lewis, Chas G Helfer, Geo F Cotter, and Henry W Stein recalled Single Tax ideas and Honest Taxation as a moral issue. The audience praised the event as a highly enjoyable observance in Seattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry George
Lincoln
T. Erickson
David de Beck
A. J. Wolf
Robert Bridges
Lewis
Chas. G. Helfer
George
Geo. F. Cotter
Henry W. Stein
Seattle
Abe Lincoln and Douglas debate ends with a laugh
A German voter who favored Lincoln challenges a Douglas supporter who claims Douglas has sought the presidency for ten years. The exchange turns humorous as the voter says Douglas will see old Abe Lincoln sitting in the chair if he waits any longer.
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West
Buchanan
Fremont
United States Senate
Lippincott
Lincoln
Congress
Douglas
Meester Douglas
Abe Lincoln
Train Schedules North Coast Line and Connectors
Train times list North Coast Limited Atlantic Express routes from St Paul to destinations including Seattle Tacoma Beattie and Vancouver. Several intercity runs connect Gaatus Portland Snohomish Snoqualmie Whatcom Mt Vernon and Vancouver with daily and Sunday exclusions and varying arrival times.
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North Coast Limited
Leav
St. Paul
Ee & P
Atlantic Express
Lea
Gray's Harbor
Burrens
Beattie
Tacoma
Sumas
Vancouver
BBC
Overland Flyer
Spokane
Whatcom
Mt. Vernon
Diaine
New Westminster
Seattle
Pverett
Bie Rm
Columbia
Puget Sound
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W. G. TU
Mra. Casey
Miss Casey
Admiral Casey
GHINA
Suess
Bremerton
Alaska
Edna Adame
Victoria, B.C
Clarence’ Preston
Thirty-fifth Avenue
Hazzard
McGea
L. B. Stedman
County Club
F. K. Munday
Henrietta
Alice Andrews
Portland
P. A. Purdy
Ethel Bagley
Claire Pagley
Ruby Warner
Chas. Burnett
Robert Boyd
L. McGuire
Fred Hammons
South Seatte
Fand Society
Rainier-Grand
Northport Smelter
Pierce
Pink
Petersburg
Chile
Sunset Telephone Company
Vanguard of Hop Pickers
Philip Db. Armour
Septerber
Ageres Alvenens
Earth
Parker's
B.A. Crummey
N. P
BIG Deal
ABE
Ernst Bros
Pike Street
A. Lindauer
Call
C. F. Stolting
Third Ave
Tel
Red
Raymond & Hoyt
Second Ave
Pha
RMACY
Hinckley Brock
MEE Chong & CO
J. Matzger
Monarch
Second Avenue
Seattle Tailoring CO
First Avenue
H. T. Turner
On New Store
W. H. Thomas
Emiltle Luce
Woodinville
Mante
J.c.miles
PiperCo
Steve House
Erickson
A. J. Erickson
Travelers’ Railway Guide
Great Northern
Black Diamond
Franklin
Saboom
Waprese
Vancouver and
Overland
Remington Typewriters
Ee. Oo. Niles
General Dealer
Cherry Street
Seattle Gas & Electric Co
Cherry ST
Albert Hansen
Bonney & Stewart
Yesler
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