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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1906
Page
5
A fragmentary report describes Owego n left in fate amid a storm near Alaska. Ships and crews face a breakup as tensions rise between Valdez and other parties. the voyage ends with altered assignments and equipment issues.
Walla Walla delegates discuss direct primary as a key issue at the approaching state convention in Seattle. Contested delegations from Ankeny and others push for a resolution on direct selection of United States senators amid party faction tensions.
lL Willet a University history professor delivered an hour long address at Christian church titled The Preparation of the Christianity. He spoke to a large audience. He was to repeat the talk at First Christian church this evening on the second topic Se and Christianity with sessions planned for each evening.
The Southern announces two daily trains featuring famed events with reservations available. Tickets can be secured through general agent Ellis and associates noting expedited seat options and preferred seating among travelers.
Jackson Neb Sept 17 water from a cloudburst in Deaketa and Dixon counties washed down Elk Creek. Hundreds of tons were swept away with pens flooding cellars and washing away railroad tracks. The flood was seven feet high at the town with Omaha and Central Northern rail lines losing track. Estimated damages placed at 106000 dollars.
Jack Hare owner of the Kougarok mine says Alaska's only mine run on strictly scientific methods is in Seattle at the Lincoln hotel. He reports $90,000 spent on developments in the past year and claims some ore has been taken out. He notes dirt yields 10 to 15 cents a pan.
The class held its first regular meeting Friday and elected officers for the year. A committee was named to arrange a sophomore freshman cane rush at Lincoln Park on September 24. F. F. Smith was named yell master.
Deputy Clerk B C Raine says King county will not be asked to vote on funds withheld under new naturalization laws. He notes fees in the naturalization department have not been used to support its operations, unlike in many other counties.
The liner Hyades loads flour at Centennial mill for transportation to North China and will depart Tacoma after several days of coal loading. She also carries machinery and freight in a general cargo and plans to sail for the Orient this week.
A terse pitch urges readers to save money and avoid foolish purchases. It promotes opening an account with the State Bank of Seattle, claiming accumulating small amounts helps ward off financial hardship and offers lasting satisfaction.
At the First Swedish Baptist church yesterday George T. Webb secretary of the Baptists Young Peoples Union of the United States and Canada addressed a rally about Christian study classes conducted across the two countries.
The investigation indicates Hearst's prospects for securing the Democratic convention endorsement in Buffalo have improved. Opponents concede their position is desperate as New Yorkers say Heaver will control delegations from nearly two thirds of upstate counties.
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