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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1904
Page
3
Big doings are on for tonight with a brass band playing Bedelia. The Star's city branch and suburban carriers will join the finish as the gang meets in front of The Star office on Seventh Avenue.
Tonight at 7 15 the Star carriers lead a parade into the carnival grounds for a lively exposition kickoff. Boxers perform on stage while children receive half price admission and special features boost family fun. Tomorrow crowds swell as Mardi Gras mood, guards tighten limits, and the event closes with a final whirl of gaiety.
A large fire in Halifax yesterday caused expected losses surpassing 500000 dollars. A fortuitous shift in the wind prevented further damage, and firefighters extinguished the blaze late in the evening.
The Labor Union Co operative Company on Fourth Avenue and Union Street in Seattle reports rapid growth with capital rising from 700 dollars to over 10 000 and stock subscriptions increasing daily. Stockholders earn eight percent interest plus a share of annual profits, with example gains from a 500 dollar purchase showing a 50 dollar dividend. A Bremerton branch has opened and expansion plans include more stores. Shares trade at 10 dollars with a 106 share limit and a 2 dollar subscription fee. Contact at the store or via Main 273 or Ind. 374.
Charlies Davis alias Wilson allan Davidson allan Jones allan Smith was arrested early near Deming and sent to Sheriff Thomas in custody en route to Bellingham. He is accused of aiding the Canadian Pacific train robbery and informing others of police movements. Other conspirators are believed to be hiding in nearby woods.
The James Neill star company opens the Seattle theater season with Henry V and a ten week run at popular prices. The company includes Edythe Chapman and notable actors. Grace N Wishear designed the elaborate scenery. The program features Barbara Fritchie in week two and a postperformance reception by the Wiedemanns for audience members. The Alcazar presents My Uncle From New York tonight and tomorrow, followed by A Live Wire next week. Eagles announce funeral services for Brother Andrew Doyle at Sacred Heart church on Saturday. EL N. Brooks & Co advertise soft and stiff hats.
Axel Pehl seeks divorce from Jennie Augusta Dahl amid desertion claims. Marie Dunlap pursues divorce from John William Dunlap alleging desertion since 1898. Mina Robbing loses damages suit against Charles Pierce but wins 71.66 for illness tied to worry over property loss. A.L. McDonald faces burglary charges for breaking into Seattle Brewing and Malting warehouse. Case set before Justice Gordon. Samuel Howley seeks 5,000 against Beattie Electric after a May injury from a streetcar. Alaska Steamship's Dolphin arrives with Klondike gold shipments totaling 660000, with consignments to local banks and assay offices. Vessels Victoria and Barbara Herwater voyage Nome to port. Nanas Siberian Co reports 40000 bone value from whaling cruise. Petition filed seeking extension retirement club site on East Roy street.
A jury before Superior Judge Albert eem's eewart awarded BROH. O6O Peterson $1,200 damages against the city for injuries from a wagon fall on Mart avenue July 22. Peterson claimed jolting when wheels caught a road excavation. jury found city negligent in not keeping the avenue in good condition. Peterson sued for $12,000.
The Republican campaign kicked off with a large Grand Opera House rally chaired by Judge Richard Osborn. Wesley L. Jones denounced Democrat George Turner while John D. Atkinson outlined GOP policies. Dar F. Reese of Minnesota urged support for the party and Teese praised President Roosevelt. The theater displayed campaign imagery and pictures as a fair crowd gathered.
The board of health completed a week long inspection of public schools reporting unusually good pupil health. Health Officer Ladhow said few sickness cases were found and another inspection will occur in a few months.
A blaze yesterday afternoon damaged a building at 1930 22nd Avenue, estimated $700 in losses. Firefighters, arriving as flames enveloped the structure, quickly contained the fire. The building housed H F Corey’s grocery and a Mrs Hughes rooming house, owned by F M Jordan. The steamship Minnesota arrived in Norfolk today with coal en route to the Pacific coast. Burrojap patent leather shoes marketed at $3.60 and $4.00 in First Avenue display.
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