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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1901
Page
2
The Seattle Star imprint shows publishing details with telephones and offices in Seattle and other cities, listing business manager and address lines, plus rates for home delivery and an entry indicating postal registration as a second class matter.
A Seattle Star item parodies L de Lobel bold plan to build an Alaska to Europe railroad via the Bering Strait. He claims 200 million dollars in capital and cooperation with Roosevelt and the Czar, envisioning a Seattle to Paris line with 1800 miles along Siberian coast, though the piece mocks feasibility and timing.
The essay contrasts the public shock at an assassination with the due process of law. It lauds the impartial trial, honors the jury, and laments the restraint of vengeance. It cites Bresci and Czolgocz to argue civilization preserves law even amid murder.
Right Rev. P. T. Rowe arrives for the general convention in San Francisco as changes to church constitution loom. Proposals include stricter divorce laws and banning remarriage of divorced persons. The plan also envisions creating separate councils with local legislative power. Rowe, among the youthfully prominent leaders, notes Alaska church growth and a bright outlook after a 1569 mile Yukon journey.
The board of education debated buying portable houses to ease overcrowding in the city schools. Supporters argue portable classrooms near permanent buildings with easy access to facilities could relieve the strain on existing facilities.
Daily attendance reaches 10 500 in the city school, exceeding building capacity by more than 2 000. The headline notes strain on facilities as demand grows beyond available classrooms.
H. C. Boles, woodyard proprietor, told police a sneak thief entered his shop and took a coat containing a $50 check on the Canadian Bank of Commerce. The unindorsed voucher renders the check worthless.
Light dry basement two elevators entrance from front or rear available to rent for percentages of income options of 6 9 or 12 months Seattle Newspaper Union 212 Second avenue South.
Seattle toppled Spokane to secure a decisive victory as Harmon starred with two hits and a powerful throw. Miller allowed only two hits while Seattle players all contributed, sending the team to Portland for a week of games and a Tacoma series looming next. Portland leads the circuit, with Seattle and Tacoma contesting second place.
The Wiz club hosts fret dance at the Third Avenue theater auditorium tonight. The Orptee club meets next on the first Friday in October at Mrs J H Jennings home. Mrs Dwight Parker Robinson leaves for Boston for three to four months. Finals of the Tennis Club handicap tournament are to be played tomorrow. The postponed Wednesday tennis tea will be served as usual.
Marguerite Sweringer, termed one of the most notorious pickpockets, was arrested by Special Officer Hubbard last evening. She had robbed a man of $69 at the Pacific House over a year ago and escaped through a glass door when authorities arrived. She arrived in Seattle several days ago.
Professional riders Frank J. Cotter Eddie Allen and Angus McLeod will race in a match at Vancouver on Saturday. The trio passed through Seattle yesterday on their way to British Columbia. Cotter plans to return to Seattle for the winter after the riding season.
A rental notice lists entrances from front or rear and rental periods of 3 6 9 or 12 months. The Seattle Newspaper Union at 312 Second Avenue South provides contact details including a telephone number.
Local ad page features a Quaker Cabinet promising instant use with no setup or bother. Warranted best at any price, money back if not improved. salesman P. J. Clark advertises at 115 Warren Avenue.
A historical account notes diseases of women including cancers fibroids and growths baffling many clans and remedies discussed as part of traditional medical knowledge.
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