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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1899

Page

3

World Alliance of the Presbyterians Opens Session in Washington

Delegates from Britain and the United States gather in Washington for the annual Pan-Presbyterian Alliance conference. Prominent ministers including Rev. Dr. John Marshall Lang and Rev. Dr. James Stewart attend, with leaders from Scotland Ireland and England.

Washington, D.C Great Britain James McCosh Princeton University William Garden Dinikie Free Church College Edinburn Scotland General Assembly Presbyterian Church of the United States of America Presbyterian Church Ireised Sitch Thse London England United States Wales Ireland Canada France Helaium Switgerieal Italy Germany Spain Alliance of the Reformed Churches Pan-Presbyterian Alliance Edinburgh Asia Africa Australia Europe America Edinburg Council Philadelphia Belfast Toronto Glasgow The Allance John Marshall Lang Barony Tech Seotland G. D. Matthews Alliance New York Quebec Persia Paris James Stewart Free Church of Scotland Aban Alexander Stewart St. Mary's St. Andrew's N. FB. Ross Newcastle on-Tyne Samuel Smith

Pointed Paradox Lines On Life And Labor

A string of aphoristic lines surveys work honesty love and ambition. It notes self regard and delays in duty with quips about poetry haircuts and fame. The collection critiques shortcuts and excuses while urging steady effort and personal responsibility.

Death ruled accidental in Fitzgerald case release

William Weir, once thought responsible for Richard Fitzgeralds death, was discharged from jail last night. The coroner's jury returned a verdict of accidental death.

William Weir Richard Fitzgerald

National League Games Count as Chicago Slams Pittsburg and St Louis Rout

In Chicago, the Cubs swept two games over Pittsburgh 46 to 5 and 6 to 12, while St Louis defeated Brooklyn 15 to 0. Washington’s game was rained out. Standings show Chicago leading with strong win totals and Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, and New York close behind.

Chicago Pittsburg Pitsburg St. Louis St. Lowe Cleveland Chibs v. I Brocelyn Poveese Thritadelphia Boston Baltimore Baanset Lovie Cancaeo al Pitieburg Tauleville New York Washington

Weekly Crop Bulletin from Spattle Washington 1899

United States Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau reports the week ending September 1899. No rain for 10 of 12 days, warm and fine with nights cool and some fog in Round county. Harvesting nearly complete. barley and wheat yields mixed. hop-picking progressing well. late potatoes good aside from local blight. overall crop season favorable, except fruit and some regional losses.

States Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau Washington Onte Skagit

Plans for Jewish Fair at Temple de Hirsch in November

The Temple de Hirsch formed a committee to organize a three day fair in mid to late November. Members include Mrs. H. Kmeries, Mrs. A. Fortious, Mrs. B. Antoneon, Mrs. M. Burnstein, Mrs. M. Gottestein, Mrs. J. Bohoenfeld, Mrs. F. Rosenberg, Miss W. Deevinger, Miss Kate Greenbeum, Miss Jonnie Rosenthal, Mr. F. P. Tievenlern, Mr. B. Morgenstein, Mr. Hadra, Mr. B. Leopold, Mr. M. Grauntoum, Mr. T. Kohn, and Rabbi Theodore F. gigeepit as honorary member.

Temple de Hirsch Mra Fh. Kmeries A. Fortiouls Mre Antoneon M. Burnstein M. A. Gottetein FE. Rosenberr Misa W. Deevinger Kate Greenbeum Mies Jonnie Rosenthal

Prices Rising On Pianos At Ramaker Firm

Prices are advancing on pianos as dealers and manufacturers raise rates. Ramaker at 1415 Second Avenue notes no raise yet but promotes a complete and choice assortment of instruments.

Bank Wanted in Routh Town for New State Bank

Hon J W Maxwell recently named national bank examiner and closing out his bank here signals preparations for his removal next week. The county has only one banking institution and several plans to open a new bank, none yet materialized. Interest centers on a state bank with capital between 16000 and 25000 dollars.

J. W. Maxwell Poster Tate

Molyelt Aims Record Claim For One Third Mile

Amateur cyclist Molyelt claims the one third mile record, stating a 2025 weekly time. He plans to present the claim before the L A W.

Transport Victoria herd wreck near Dutch harbor

A portion of the 17 horses sent to Dutch harbor stampeded over four miles, causing nearly $4,000 in government losses. Two mules aboard Port Albert died at sea during rough weather.

Victoria Dutch Harbor Port Albert

Hop Crop in Oregon See Varying Quality Across Farms

Corvallis report notes end of drop picking with lice and mold damaging some yards while others show no insects. In the Bol King yard only five percent of the hops were picked. many plants remained but bad hops led to abandonment of picking and about 300 of 4 000 rows remained unpicked.

Corvallis Bol King Yard Washington Red Cedar

Walla Walla Fair Opens Third Annual Fruit Show

The third annual fruit fair of the Walla Walla valley opened with strong attendance. Warden Catron of the state penitentiary highlighted a booth showing hemp grown in Walla Walla turned into jute bags. Mayor Betz gave the welcome and Dr. C Blalock spoke. Wagner’s First Regiment band of Beattie provided music.

Walla Walla Walla Walla Valley Catron State Penitentiary Aleo Betz C. Blalock Wagner Flest Regiment Beattie

Train Crash Kills Family Near Albla

A train collision east of Albla fatally injures Jasper Teebe his son and daughter along with two grandchildren and injures George Meebe, Gertle Johnnen, and others as they crossed the Chicago Burlington & Quincy line four miles east of Albla. The two grandchildren aged two are listed among the fatally injured.

Alaa, Ta Jasper Deebe Chicago, Nurlington & Quincey Aibla Jasper Teebe Ete Johnson George Meebe Gertle Johnnen

Real Estate Transfers in County Records Yesterday

Real estate transfers recorded include Bireet to Joseph G Lawrence in Throvkynu add for $900, and several parcels changing hands in Washington Place, Lake Union, and Gillman Park. Notable entries list transfers between Rex, Norcross, Morford, Block properties, Beattie cemetery areas, and multiple heirs with dates ranging from February to September, amounts from $10 to $1,668.76.

F. Bireet Joseph G Lawrence Throvkiyn Frank Tt Myra K Hoehetetler Freeman Julia Kirgendall Amanda Lake Union Ruth J. Grant Venza Grant Seeton Co Prospect Avenur West Seattle George F Fayetux George F. Pay Abel Morgeson Denny A. M. Beynton J. A. Landstrom Bow Gilman Park K. Lilienthal Swan Johnson Harriet Bexton Charles FE. Meteraon John Anderson Peter Landgren Gillman Park Louis I Tarpley Et al Adelaide North Beattie Jennie EB. Page Beattie Masonic Cemetery Association Annie L. Wilson Beattie Masonic Cemetery Alfred Crebbin Bell Westington National Building, Loan & Investment Association Charles BK Estey A. Herron Rainier Leach Arthur M Mre. M. FE. Sawtelle Catharine Morford

National Irrigation Congress Opens in Missoula

At the Missoula gathering 17 states and territories are represented for the National Irrigation congress. Morning papers tackle practical problems while afternoon sessions pass resolutions of condolence on the death of national doctor Emery of Kansas. The congress closes this afternoon with a civic reception planned for delegates.

Boula Mont National Irrigation Congress Dacturer Emery Kansas Congress Missoula

Deeds Defectives Halt North Canal Right of Way

The government refuses to accept conveyance of the North canal right of way due to defects in the deed. Attorney General Griggs cites numerous errors including mis-spelled defendant names, description inaccuracies, and service objections. The county lacks title certificates for about forty parcels.

North Canal Griggs United States Listeret

Market Quotations from Wednesday Morning

California fruit arrival steadies market with plentiful green corn and scarce lemons. Tokay grapes rise to 60 cents. halibut arrives by schooner keeping supply ample. Livestock, poultry, butter, and eggs hold firm with prices posted for Seattle round-lot delivery and assorted regional commodities.

California

Million Dollar Hotel Planned for Jersey City Site

A Philadelphia led syndicate headed by William G Huey bought the Ben View Hotel property in Chelseo for 960000 and will erect a palatial hotel there with capacity for at least 300 guests at a cost of 1000000. The site was used by the West Jersey and Ben Snore railroad as an excursion terminus.

Atlantic City N. J William G Huey Philadelphia Ben View Hotel Company Chelseo Wenet Jersey and Bensnore Ae Ite

Miner Faces Loss Over Uninsured Stocks

A man contends his mining holdings were not underwritten by A. L. Parker & Co. of New York Block, leading to financial jeopardy. He seeks remedies to recover or cover the uninsured stocks.

A. L. Parker & Co New York

Wholesale Grocery and Lumber Prices Narrated in One Inventory List

A dense, fragmented listing details jobbing prices across multiple categories. It enumerates poultry, dairy, meat, fish, nuts, lumber, feed, flour, coffee, and general store items with varied per unit and per ton rates. Names of regions like Puget Sound appear alongside Washington state lumber and farm goods.

Harley Olympia Dungeness Eraba Ste

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