Reception plans for First Washington volunteers return
Citizens and civic groups in the chamber of commerce advance a three day city welcome for the First Washington volunteers from the Philippines. They outline daylight fireworks, band concerts, a marine parade, a governor speech, medal presentations, luncheons, matinees, illuminations, and a banquet plan with local ladies supplying provisions.
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Citizens’ Committee
Washington
Chamber of Commerce
A. M. Brookes
Finance Committee
Meany
United States
Philippines
Denny School
Denny Hotel
Central School
Fiest Regiment
Pioneer Square
Pantielpene
Seattle
As Eembly
John R. Rogers
State of Washington
Commonwealth of Washington
Indies of the Relief Corps
Red Cross Society
Ittee
Metcalfe
EF. P. Edaen
F. KR. Wilson
Redelsheimer
Laman Banks
EB. Weldon Young
Law and Order Arrives in Cascade Tunnel
Cascade Tunnel and Wellington begin a new era of order as a woman accused of robbing a drill miner posts bond but fails to appear for trial. Deputy Beoby and Justice Tozer oversee the case, which was postponed and left unresolved as the fugitive left on a westbound train. Citizens anticipate a stabilizing influence in the town’s justice system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Cascade Tunnel
Beoby
Justice Tozer
Conviction in May 25 Tendertoin District Assault Case
William Young, who slashed Frank Johnson’s face in a May 25 fight in the tendertoin district, has been convicted of assault with intent to commit murder. The crowded courtroom was filled with colored people to witness the proceedings before Judge Jacobs.
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William Young
Frank Johnson
Tendertoin
Jacobs
Humboldt Sails to Lynn Canal With Haggard and Lord Hamilton
The steamer Humboldt, Captain Bon nifield, departs for Lynn canal this afternoon. On arrival in Vancouver it will take on author H. Rider Haggard and Lord Hamilton of English nobility as passengers. They travel toward Alaska and may visit the Atlin district before returning. The steamer’s first class cabins are fully booked.
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Humboldt
Bonnifield
Lynn Canal
Vancouver
H. Rider Haggard
Lord Hamilton
Alaska
Atlin
William Partridge
Thresher Explodes in Colfax Wheat Field
The steam threshing machine of Joe Howell exploded Monday afternoon near Colfax Washington tearing through the threshing rig and derrick apparatus. The engine and machine were destroyed and about 1000 bushels of wheat were burned. No injuries are reported.
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Colfax
Wash
Joe Howell
Weather Bureau Crop Bulletin for Week Ending Sept 11 1999
The Washington section of the Weekly Crop Bulletin from the U S Department of Agriculture reports climate and crop conditions for the week ending Monday September 11 1999. It covers weather patterns, rainfall, and potential impacts on crops as compiled by the Climate and Crop Bulletin service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bspaule
Ward
U. 8
Department of Agriculture
The
Weather Bureau
Washington
Weather and harvest prospects improve across districts
Warm bright weather reduces crop fears as harvest resumes. Western districts begin threshing. spring wheat three quarters harvested with some discoloration. Hops improved with hopes of a good Yakima crop. Potatoes look fair, root crops priced, fall plowing begins, third alfalfa crop ready in irrigated areas.
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Yakima
Smallpox at Walla Walla Disease Spreads from Railroad Camps
First smallpox case in Walla Walla traced to Snake River railroad camps aiding ORN extension toward Lewiston. Isolation hospital set up, vaccination campaigns under way, and a city vote supported aggressive containment. Seventeen treated and cured, eighteen linked to camps. county auditors review bills totaling 1,276.43 with potential 409 more, physicians’ fees listed as 800.
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Walla Walla
Wageh
Walla Walla May
Snake River
Lewiston
Brick trust consolidates Providence brick yards planned
Providence Sept 1 reports the emergence of a brick trust as several major combinations form in the area. The plan aims to consolidate all local brick plants within a broad radius of Rhode Island with capital to assist small makers and stabilize finished brick prices.
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Providence
RK. 1
Brick Trust
Emalior
Rhode Isard
Delays Plague Palmer Cut Off Construction Progress
Rail laborers and contractors face persistent delays on the Palmer cut off as grading lags, tools run short, and bad weather halts tracklaying. Officials fear completion before year end is unlikely despite higher wages and material adjustments.
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Palmer
Palmer End
Areding Toole
N. P
Governor Barnes Nears Dismissal From Oklahoma Office
Washington dispatch reports Secretary Hitchcock has completed a full inquiry into charges against Governor Cassius M. Barnes of Oklahoma over suspected land leasing on school lands. A presidential report is prepared for submission. The case centers on alleged improper arrangements and potential removal.
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New York
Tribune
Washington
Cassius M. Barnes
Oklahoma
Hitchcock
Interior Department
Single Tax Talk at Seattle Theater by Jno Crosby
Hon Jno Crosby of New York arrives tonight to speak on single tax at Seattle theater tomorrow night. Crosby noted as a leading exponent will occupy First Presbyterian White Horse pulpit this summer. Crosby is a layman and will speak on an as yet unannounced subject this Sunday.
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Hon
Jno
Crosby
New York
Seattle
First Presbyterian White Horse
City Hall Faces Scrutiny Over Public Expenditures
Tacoma reports rising concern as investigations by the city council probe potential inefficiencies. At a Monday meeting President Norton cites ten thousand dollars yearly for current expenses, while Councilman Holgate hints at wasteful payrolls and the need to cut three or four positions to one or two capable workers.
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Tacoma
Norton
Holgate
Corn husk bonnet braided in French style for Mrs McKinley
Topeka dispatch notes Mrs Kusack will send an evening bonnet to Mrs McKinley this week. The bonnet is braided like a real French creation and faced with delicate pink, trimmed with pink and cream roses and buds. Cream tiles are fastened with a bow of pink roses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Kan
Mra. J. Kusack
Two Heavy Damage Suits In Seattle Traction Case
Paul Peterson, ex-employee, sues Seattle Traction Company for 15074 damages after a May collision while riding in a company car. Mine Magete French, a dressmaker, claims 12070 damages for injuries from a fall aboard a car and a broken wrist.
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Seattle Traction Company
Paul Peterson
Magete French
Charities Siegert Mauled by Bengal Tiger at Cirque Cage
In Washington on September 2, an employee named Charities Siegert fell asleep on a Bengal tiger cage. His left leg dangled over the edge and was seized by the tiger, resulting in severe lacerations before help could reach him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Charities
Siegert
Market Quotations Show Little Change In Prices
Tuesday morning market roundup notes no major shifts with mixed signals across fruit vegetables and livestock. Ohio Concord grapes arrive as a rival to Yakima product while quinces fetch 1.50 per box amid steady butter eggs and poultry quotes and varied grain and wool prices from local handlers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Ohio
Washington Red Cedar
Local Market Prices for Dairy Poultry and Lumber Items
A dense list of Eastern Iowa and Puget Sound market quotes for creamery products, cheese, honey, poultry, nuts, and building materials. Includes prices for live weight poultry, seasonal crops, various flours, meal, lard, canned goods, seafood, and lumber quantities with per unit and per hundred weight rates.
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Lowa
Bigin
Washington
Puget Sound
Timothy
Merton
Varley
Theater Schedule Sees Five Shows Across Tue to Sat
Tuesday to Thursday features The Last Stroke and The Phoenix runs Friday to Saturday with A Montage by Wire in a Saturday matinee. Regular, unchanged prices apply to all performances.
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the Phoenix
Beattie and Company Shipping Notice at Al Ki
Beattie Goodall Perkins & Co advertise sailing schedule updates and note the right to change dates and hours without notice. The agency lists agents in Puget Sound and San Francisco and directs inquiries to the Uptown ticket office at 614 Market Avenue.
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Al-Ki
ThRowonipaer
Puget
Pupt
Geran Deck
Beattie
Uptown Ticket Offic
Mpket
Beattie, Goodall, Perkins & Co
Gene A
San Francisco
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Cov. Barnes
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Kirth
Mike
Tel
Pike 25
Moore Inv, Co
Tiger
Strictly Fresh
Garito
Seth
Fancy Dairy
Olympia
Dungeness
Star
Centennial
Farino
Graham Our
Graham
Java
Costa Rica
Sack
Guatemala
Phird Avenue Theater
the Shaw Company
Seattle Theater
J. P. Howe
Otto Kawakami
Henry Irving
Japan
Madame Yacco
Boston Lyric Opera Company
Pacific Coast Steamship Co
Queen
Umatilla
Cottage City
Mote Hee
Crewefords
Main
Cheery Street
Beattie Awfethact Co
Plaw
Carroll
Jmte Keattle Nations Bank
Buthiir Char. N. Bench
Staller Bidg
Alotion Rees
Aly Ckerton
Pevitt
Quetioneers
Wilson's Business College
ARO Contractors
Sbattlac Bridge CO
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Hanks
Praten Foe Nore
Ational Dank OF
Ognldwe
Mab
James TD Toge
Fade
Presidentaurice McMichen
Puget Round
Eponat Bank OF
AEA Capital Mineers
Serples
Wes Sraiek
Jace Purth
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V. Ankeny
Cuehier
Europe
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I Grondahi
Th. Bowlbverg
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Lilefaen
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Western Ave
Mandala
Green
Cte Ee
Chenin, Bisth and
Pike Street
I. W. Depew
del Building
DAN
Danci Ne
Ity
Kemke Ball
Pike
Chopin
Rochester Howe
Tors Piet Avenue
Shatile Junk Co
Hasheed Avenue
Alaska Junk Co
Jamea Bothwell—Mortgage Loans
Greene, & Warety Bonds
Boston Block
Jaschetz
Madison Streets
Uns
Swan—Turkien
Metropol
Itan Printing & Binding Co
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Hardin
Fire Avenue
Henson
Colorado Street
Mfr
Hinckley Bloce
Cary
B.D Vo
Recondav
Hut
Siunde
Raser & Morgan
Tailors i the Pacific Tailoring Co
Third Avenue
Washington & Alaska Steamship Company
Steamshif
City of
Yealer Wharf
Skagway
Vancouver Ketchikan
Junea
Farallon
Sheaway End
Dros
Port Townsend
Tyler Street
Vitoria
Ketchikan
Helm Tay
Wrangel
Juneau
Yesternharf
Dodwell & Co., Ltd
Generascente
James
Baila
Cape Nome
St. Michael
Seattle Steamship Co
White Star Dock
Spring Street
Alaska Flyer
City Ofice
First Avenue
Mikeiss
Calne
Vernon
Romlan
Paul
Chicago
Edmands and
Everett
Greyhound
Exeey
ATES
Ramunds Me
Round Dock
Colman Dock
Waa
Elephone
Lower Found
Gulf of Georgia
North Pacific
Yesler Wharf
Aitop
Anacortes Fairhaven
Whatcom
Yesler
Ion Mutual Lite
Pines
Wwe
Napa
Ee Mighiavacca & Corgiat
Main St
Pigott & French CO
W. Washington St
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