Fugitive Capture Ends County Jail Escape Alert
A jail break last May sent five men fleeing from the county jail. Two were captured in Michigan and a third confined. Sheriff Stager reported the last man held in Sarnia Ontario. The five men include Henry Duplanty who was killed in July in St Paul while De Lacroix, Maine associate Joe Dunn is held in Canada. Duplanty’s death had remained secret until today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Michigan
St. Paul de Lacroix
Maine
Henry Duplanty
Canada
Joe Dunn
Duplanty
John Cole Escapes From Custody in Pickpocket Case
John Cole, arrested at Madison park for pickpocketing, escaped after a preliminary examination in court. Cole and accomplice Walters were remanded with a commitment to county jail. Cole reportedly secured bondmen and disappeared with the permission of jail headsman Roberts. Prosecutor Fulton notified Judge Cann. Walters has past offenses in San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Cole
Madison Park
Cole
Cat Roberts
Jude Canne
Roberts
Shipley
Fulton
Cann
Walters
Fenton Miller
Ballard
San Francisco
Northern Pacific to Deploy New Locomotives to Pacific Division
Northern Pacific plans to progressively send several new locomotives to the Pacific division to ease locomotive strain. The engines, modern and capable of hauling the heaviest freight trains, should arrive in Tacoma within days to support grain, lumber, and other heavy freight during the peak season. Three locos were recently taken out of service due to accidents at Elensburg, Palmer rock slide, and South Prairie collision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific
Pacific
Elensburo
Palmer
South Prairie
Tacoma
Portland Capital Pushes New Mines at Bald Mountain District
Portland backed investors drive mining development in Bald Mountain 15 miles northeast of Washougal and 40 miles from Portland. Twenty men are sinking shafts and driving tunnels to reach ore, with initial shipments and smelter tests underway. Principal claims include Shamanis Last Chance Yellow Jacket and Hoo Hoo led by Jonathan Bourne of Portland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pol Dees
Portland Capital
Bald Mountain
Washougal
Portland
Twen
Wasroural
Yellow Jacket
Hoo Hoo
Jonathan Bourne
Hops Thrive As Season Nears In Tacoma
The cool sunny spell boosts hop crops with picking starting September 10 in some yards and general by September 18. Oregon reports mold in fields while Washington faces competition from green or moldy hops and aims to restore its hop crowing reputation amid rising brewer demand.
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Tacoma
Sept
Oregon
Joseph N. Fernandes
Washington
Mystery Paper Sees McKinley Visit Stirring Chicago
City papers in Menico report clerical excitement over a possible visit by President Dian to Chicago in autumn. Caricatures mock the Chicago committee and imply plans to depose Preadent Dias. Tem po, typical for clerical parties, accuses Americans of plotting succession changes and targets President McKinley.
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Menico
Sept
Presa
Dian
Chicago
Ita
Chicago Committee
Hut Hl Tempo
Preadtent Dias
Preadtent
McKinley
Oregon Railway & Navigation stockholders elect new board
The Oregon Railway and Navigation stockholders held their annual meeting in Portland. Elected directors include Marriman, Lull, Cannon, Mohler, Corbett, Scott, Moore, Ladd, Ayer, Mills, Schiff, Pierce and Cornish. Harriman named chairman. Mohler president. officers and an executive board were chosen. Net earnings for year ended June 2, 1899 were 2,717,708.97 with dividends on preferred stock of 440,000 and 240,000 on common.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Oregon Railway & Navigation Company
K. HM. Marriman
W. L.ull
M. W. Cannon
A.L. Mohler
H. W. Corbett
H. W Scott
Miles C. Moore
W. M. Ladd
W. J. Ayer
A. L. Mills
Mortimer L. Schift
Winslow
Cannon
Oregon Railroad & Navigation Company
Train wrecks come by threes on the Northern Pacific line
Railroad men report a trio of small wrecks on the west side of the Northern Pacific line, deeming it a superstition that accidents occur in threes. They note none were serious and view the sequence as a mere incident with belief divided on when the pattern starts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pweife
Senator Foster Pushes Alaska Stand and Manila Route
Washington reports Senator Foster spent yesterday meeting with top officials including the president, War Secretary, Postmaster General and Secretary of the Treasury. He opposes ceding any Alaskan land and will urge Secretary Hay that such a move would anger Alaska residents. He also backs sending troops and supplies to Manila via Puget Sound and urges War Department support for Soundport. James W. LeCrone is appointed second lieutenant of volunteers on Foster’s recommendation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
D. C
Foster
Secretary of the Treasury
Hay
Alaskan
Alaska
Manila
Puget Sound
Soundporte
War Department
James W. LeCrone
Henator Foster
No Appointment Yet for Tacoma Board Vacancy
Gov Rogers has not named a successor to Col. William M Nidpath on the board of audit and control. The board is on its inspection tour and no action was taken, with a Republican expected to fill the vacancy. The watchdogs report progress on the state penitentiary dining hall and kitchen to be ready by December 1, and a new order directs that iron beds be made at Stellacoom asylum by patients. About 100 beds are required, estimated at roughly 25 dollars each, with a possible cost reduction to 4.25 dollars per bed if made at the asylum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
Sept
Rogers
Wm. M. Nidpath
Board of Audit and Control
Emi
State Penitentiary
Stellacoom Asylum
His Little Hatchet Arrest For Assault And Battery
John Moore a colored man living at the corner of Fivet avenue and Vike streets was arrested by Officer Kelly on a charge of assault and battery Mrs Moore his wife also booked as a witness. Kelly says Moore beat the woman and drew a large hatchet when arrested. Trial set before Judge Cann this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Moore
Fivet Avenue
Vike Streets
Kelly
Mra
Moore
Cann
Prices Will Not Advance Says Seattle Butchers
A reported interview with a large eastern packing representative predicting beef price rises caused unease among restaurant operators, but Seattle butchers dismiss the claim as scarehead. Frye Kruhn’s Charlie Hruhn states no current plans to raise meat prices, noting margins are tight and distant livestock must be freighted, reducing profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fastern
Seattle
Charlie Hruhn
Frye-Kruhn Company
Route decision unsettled for Great Northern extension
Spokane dispatch reports questions over the route for the Great Northern extension to Republic. The line may follow the San Poil valley via Central Washington, or, if Central Washington fails, extend from Wenatchee, potentially diverting Republic trade from Spokane to the Sound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Spokesman-Review
St. Paul
Great Northern
Republic
Uteai
San Poll Valley
Central Washington
Northern Pacific
Davenport
Hill
Washington
President Hill
Okanogan County
Wenatchee
Bpokane
Sound
Soldiers Fire Upon Guards Near Carterville
Report states that guards on the Car terville to Brush mines road were fired upon by unknown attackers from a bush late at night. About 40 shots were exchanged with no known casualties. the brush miners are alleged to be non union men and not on strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carbondale
Carterville
Sam T. Shaw Theater aids Washington volunteers relief
The Forteen Relief Corps accepts the offer to raise funds for sick and needy Washington volunteers returning home. Sam T. Shaw donates tickets and will give the corps a share for every ticket sold except those at the Third Avenue Theater door on September 14 and 16. Tickets are on sale at leading drugstores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam T. Shaw Theater Company
Washington
Forteen Relief Corps
Shaw
Third Avenue
Cuban Veterans to Advocate Census Participation Meeting
The Association of Cuban Veterans in Havana will hold a meeting to urge full cooperation with the census. They note only about 6,070 Spaniards registered since July 17 and estimate 40,000 to 60,000 Spaniards live in Havana, urging citizens to provide required details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Association of
Indians on the Warpath in Yucatan
Three emissaries of hostile Indians appeared in Hellas seeking cloth but authorities suspect they aim to buy arms and ammunition. Indians claim they want no Mexican taxes on aguardiente and other goods. Many tired of fighting have deserted and dispersed through Peten, while hostiles are joined by escaped prisoners from Yucatan plantations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City
Mexico
Indiana
Yucatan
Hellas
Hoatiion
Origin of the State's Name in Washington History
Professor Meany of State University describes how Washington almost became Columbia in the first U.S. territorial petition. He notes a wolf meeting spurred settlers to form a provisional government in 1643 and explains Lincoln’s land-office bid, Lane’s appointment, and Monticello resolutions. Ferry County favored Eureka but was named for its first governor, Ferry.
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Tacoma
Rept
Meany
State University
State of Washington
Columbia
Congress
Grev
Abernethy
Oregon
Public Lands
Abraham Lincoln
Douglas
Joseph Lane
Lincoln
United States
Lane
Monticello
Kentucky
Washington
Ferry County
Eureka
Ferry
Robbery at Myrtle Creek store door near Hostburg
A clerk for Mrs. Cotton at a Myrtle Creek general store 12 miles south of Hostburg was robbed of about 100 dollars on a Thursday dusk. A man with a heavy mustache and beard, wearing a slouch hat, produced a revolver and demanded the sack. A $10 express order, a 41 pension check, and two First National Bank Noseburg checks were taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glendale
Mies de Ment
Cotton
Myrtle Creek
Hostburg
First National Bank of
Noseburg
Couple Freed After False Pretenses Photo Claim Settlement
W. C. Behley and his wife, arrested on a complaint by Mrs. Mary Brown alleging they could photograph her dead baby in the spirit realm for $59, were discharged after a final settlement between the parties reached yesterday afternoon by Judge Cann.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Behley
Mary Brown
Cann
Gambler Reports Robbery at Pacific House
Dawson gambler Johnny Moyle told police he was robbed of 2000 dollars by a woman named Cad Johnson at the Pacific House. Officers doubt Moyle's account and continue inquiry into the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Moyle
Dawson
Cad Johnson
Pacific House
Boyles
Stolen Promissory Note Leads to Cigar Merchant Arrest
F N Kelly, a First avenue cigar merchant, was arrested last night by Detective Cudihee on a warrant from E Myer charging grand larceny. Myer says Kelly stole a promissory note signed by Myer and payable to him, valued at 570.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. N. Kelly
First Avenue
Cudihee
E. Myer
Myer
Elly
Local hotel robberies reported with stolen overcoat and valise
J. K. Murphy, Perrin hotel proprietor, told police an overcoat belonging to John Buce was stolen last night. A. J. Riselle reported that a valise with valuables was taken from his room at the Hotel Blackman yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. K. Murphy
Perrin Hotel
John Buce
A. J. Riselle
Blackman
Sam Shaw Performs The Westerner At Third Avenue Theater
A large audience greeted Sam T Shaw in The Westerner at Third Avenue Theater last night. Tonight the program changes to Farmer Stebbing and the company will continue for the week with special scenery and highly realistic production. Manager Russell extends the run due to Shaw’s great success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam T Shaw
Third Avenue Theater
Mr. Shaw
Farmer Stebbing
Salmon trapping plan for West passage near Tacoma
Duncan McMillan superintendent of a Fairhaven cannery directs a new salmon trap project in the West passage near Tacoma. A tug has been hired to place and transport the gear while files are driven and the site prepared to intercept salmon en route to the headquarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
West Passage
Vashon Island
Duncan McMillan
Fairhaven
Lion Rampage Report Causes Fear Across City
A sensational item describes a lion’s escape and attacks on men, with chaotic aftermath and public concern. The fragment also mentions A. L. Parker and Company underwriting mining stock and hiring workers, plus a cryptic plug for Room 423 New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Parker and Company
New York
Democratic national committee meeting set for September in Chicago
Campaign planning for 1900 to start early as the Democratic national committee meets September 17 and 18 at the Auditorium Hotel in Chicago. The executive committee of eleven and the five member press committee will discuss mobilizing party work and drawing Democrats of note to the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louie
Bert
Indians of Alaska Report from Washington Survey
Officers surveying Alaska report Russians tried to sow distrust toward Americans among some tribes but failed. Coast Indians resemble Japanese in small stature and facial features and mostly understand Russian. Interior tribes neither Russian nor English, hindering communication. Tribes use smoke signals to communicate.
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Washington
D. C
Alaska
Uncle Sam
Arctic
War Department
Interior
Double Tracks to Portland and Between Seattle
A trackage agreement between Northern Pacific and Union Pacific will create a second track between Portland and Seattle. A railroad expert says the plan is effectively settled and Northern Pacific actions partially confirm it. Union Pacific trains are expected to reach Seattle by the start of the new year with arrangements nearing completion following President Mellen’s Beattie visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific
Union Pacific
Portland
Seattle
Beattle
Mellen
Weather forecast for Seattle and vicinity
Tonight and Saturday, fair and cooler with easterly to southerly winds. No rain in the past 48 hours. High pressure remains over the Northwest with the center shifting to Montana. A developing low over California is not yet a summer low. May see frost in Kalispell, Baker City, and Pocatello with readings as low as 34 to 36 degrees.
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Seattle
Montana
California
Kalispell
Baker City
Pocatello
Parmer Stebbins at Third Avenue Theater Tonight
Amusement listing for Third Avenue Theater presents Parmer Stebbins in tonight's show with a matinee tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Third Avenue Theater
Parmer Stebbins
Mens CRUSH HATS and Fur Hats at Bargain Prices
Advertises a variety of men hats and undergarments with discounted prices. Crushed fur hats sold at 1.60 each, new style Pasna and Sul Tan hats, fedoras from 1.00 to 3.00, white shirts from 0.50 to 1.00, heavy jersey ribbed underwear, wool fleeced undergarments, and nightgowns and sleepwear with reduced pricing. Also highlights W. L. Douglass shoes with fall style lasts priced around 2.25 to 4.90 per pair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bbc
New York Mills
W. L. Douglass
H.W
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Sheriff Stager
Sarnia
Ont
Bald Mountain Properties
Mexigan
Manila Harbor
Francisco
Bent
Kelief
Mulla
Hollers Bolles
Bulger
Bay
Cuba
Sues Canal
Transport Service
Nurees
Hulle and Betters
LAA Als Amusements
Brarde
the Indians OF
Weather Forecast
Amusement Bulletin
Underwear Headquarters
O. W. Peterson & Bro
Pike St
Roslyn
Pennsylvania
East-of-the-Mountains
Roslyn Coal
A. S. Kerry
Bailey Building
Second Avenue South
Weatherby
Bonanza Gold Mining and Milling Co
B. Nichols
Sterr-Boyd
Johnston
Second Ave
Burke Building
E. Shorrock
Pigott & French CO
W. Washington St
Bonney & Stewart Funeral
Third Ava
Wash
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