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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1903
Page
3
Storm along the Atlantic coast causes widespread damage and power losses. The government yacht Sylph with President Roosevelt aboard is reported seeking shelter near Lovelock Island as the hurricane devastates Atlantic City and surrounding coasts.
Coroner Hoye confirms Schaneman was struck by a 22 caliber bullet, not 3 or 4, after examining bullets from the scene. Thomas, friend of the shooter, claims three men fought at the Patton man incident as two suspects remain jailed in connection with the murder.
Joe Menson a farmhand was knocked down, beaten, and robbed by a lone highwayman on the Van Anselt to Georgetown road at about 9 last night. Menson sustained head wounds and loss of money, and he staggered to John Cavanaugh’s nearby home for aid. Deputies and the sheriff’s office searched the area, but no suspect was found. Menson was able to rise today, though still in pain and uncertain about the events. The assailant left a dolla r in Menson’s pocket before fleeing.
Deputy Williams visited Ven As well in the afternoon to obtain a description of any man who left the saloon just after Henson left. Henson works for R. Martin whose firm is near the racetrack.
Dr. Prook Van Waters a dentist is charged with criminally assaulting 16 year old Trene Frown last spring. The case proceeds in the criminal department of the superior court today with W Patchen an elderly man previously tried for a similar crime as a witness. Patchen was recently sentenced to one year in the penitentiary by Judge Bell. Van Waters is represented by Judge Richard Windsor. Much of the morning was consumed in the proceedings.
It was stated last night that Charlies Be. Bunn would count as the successor to President Mellen of the Northern Teil. Mellen resigned to take a similar post with the New Haven system in New York on September 14.
The article records a bank meltdown at Elleen bank with door damage and a 160,000 liability on creditors, plus lawsuits against an electric company over injuries on a Seattle streetcar. It also mentions a New State meeting on Thursday and local business ads offering hats and clothing at low prices.
A fire caused by creased wires destroyed the Missouri and Kansas Telephone Co. exchange in Kansas City Missouri, leaving about 2600 long distance lines and 6000 phones out of service. The blaze displaced 250 workers and the damage mount to 106608 dollars.
President Roosevelt arrives in New York from Oyster Bay with Mia Roosevelt and a party including Professors Bushnell Mart Moore and La Fares and author Owen Wieter. They board the yacht at New York harbor for the Antietam monument unveiling, with Mia Roosevelt staying in New York during the event. The trip is planned as his last voyage before returning to Washington about a week later.
London reports Congressman Vincent Yering of Kentucky has died at his home. He represented Kentucky's Eleventh District and was previously noted as ill. This death comes as a sudden loss to the state congressional delegation.
A Chicago bulletin reports Sir Thomas Lipton is suffering from colitis and catarrhal appendicitis with serious health concerns. Doctors consulted include Dr. Goo and other prominent surgeons as physicians weigh the need for possible surgery.
The president stated he will not interfere with the New York mayoral nomination. He remains interested in good government but sees no duty to influence municipal elections. The president plans to take the midnight train for Antietam after visiting Eile.
A local ad announces a heating stove special sale to attract buyers, highlighting discounted prices and a limited time offer. Shoppers compare models and seek value as winter demand drives interest.
Deputy U S Marshal Gamble admits replacing six young Chinese destined for deportation with six elderly ones. White county jail insiders allegedly aided the scheme. On the steamer, the deception was uncovered by a government official. Gamble aimed to be paid 1200 dollars and suggests other similar cases occurred.
Reports from the Midwest indicate frost warnings across Iowa Nebraska Minnesota Kansas and the Corn Belt with snow in low temperatures. The grain market responded with corn rising about ten cents a bushel as damage from cold snaps spreads to crops in several states.
Historical county resolution dated August 31 1903 proposes issuing bonds of 600 000 to build a new Court House on Block 93 in Seattle. It orders an election on October 1 1903 to submit the bond issue to County voters, citing current building inadequacies and projected costs and indebtedness.
An old real estate ad promotes affordable close-in property on West Queen Anne Hill with marine views and park-adjacent lots. It mentions cash and balance terms, a 4 lot group, a 6 acre parcel, and a 1 acre lot, urging buyers to view the homes and parcels available through agents HOLMAN and TURNER.
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