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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1903
Page
8
A fragment describes Mary Maclane and a mysterious green webrella found among white tents at a military encampment. Joe Whee, seeking refuge after an adventure, is mentioned as peacefully posing inside the creature. The tale’s truth remains uncertain.
Special dispatch from Camp Weir Waberger reports Josh Wire was righted as a figure pleads for relief at the bar. The speaker implores the barkeep to give three fingers of corn amid fever and thirst. The verse details despair, hunger, and a dying plea as night falls.
A battered war time note honors fallen warriors and recalls past battles. The Missouri governor offers a reward for the capture of Kelty, a bribery suspect tied to an electrical power trust. A former police captain Millimanbe is jailed in Janceville for undisclosed charges. Warrant actions extend from Repten to Tacoma.
Fragmented rural column from Greenville Alabama with verses and stray remarks. It mentions Minnie Dee of Greenville visiting Lela Ashcraft, a tired postoffice worker, and a poem about a pumpkin frost. The piece blends local names, odd jokes, and stray quotes in a casual, rustic tone.
The Department of the Civilade presents its yearly review noting the reestablishment of the army canteen as a central feature. Delereien, Baldwin command the effort in the annual repertures.
City Comptroller M Riptinger traveled to Olympia to secure a state warrant for 48 cents to invest in Hechting plant bonds. He aimed to obtain the funds in person to continue work on the new lighting plant.
Senator Nathan B. Ceett of West Virginia, recovering from critical illness, suffered a relapse last night. The executive committee of the Alaska club met at Hotel Northern to plan a future event and address other matters, including securing headquarters for Alaska pre vote exhibits.
The Seattle theater opens sales for seats Saturday while East Lynne will be staged by Inez Forman and a strong company next week. John Dillon appears in the second act. The Mineswei Girls bring juvenile entertainment to Beattie theater Friday night.
The production A Gold Mine draws crowds with its engaging presentation and staging. It will run the rest of the week at the Third Avenue venue.
A catalog offer lists women’s fashion with a $15 price for dress suits in black or navy unfinished worsted and Louis XIV coats. Styles include double breasted fronts, capes, satin and gros grain trimmings, and full skirts. Also offered are brown, blue, and black unfinished worsted Drew suits with Russian blouse fronts and silk tassels. Outing suits feature shepherd check tweed and Oxford Venetian fabrics with velvet piping, Norfolk straps, and decorative stitching.
Ad lists 256 women’s golf gloves made of fine wool in new colors at 60 cents. Includes plain white blue cardinal and shepherd check options.
An advertorial column extols quality undergarments from The Annex noting increasing business as the shop uses brains, money, and modern machinery to produce the best underwear and knitwear for customers.
A two year old Russian Jew kidnapped in 1899 on his first day of school returned to Portland and Seattle after 15 years apart. Hechtman, now a touring acrobat, described his abduction by a red haired woman and her husband who taught him tricks before he escaped and began a circus career. He plans to confront his abductors and visit relatives in Everett.
Local shop King Bros invites shoppers to “Come and See” a featured Hat selection offering varied fashions and matting options. The notice advertises Hats and related headwear with emphasis on style and satisfaction.
The record notes four cruisers at the navy yard awaiting launch. Boats depart from jet 2 opposite depot at 4 30, 8 15, 9 00, 10 00, 11 46 a m and 1 16, 2 80, 3 80, 4 30, 7 20 p m. Tickets valid on all boats.
Advertisement notes a round trip to Victoria for $1 with departure on Saturday and Sunday from 606 First Avenue.
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