Admiral Dewey and Politics in a Turbulent Era
A critical column discusses Admiral George Dewey as a national figure and potential presidential nominee. It weighs his unassailable record against party calculations, the risk of alienating supporters, and the political calculations of Republicans and Democrats. It also notes Dewey’s possible return to private life and the daunting logistics imagined to land him in national leadership.
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George Dewey
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Naval
National Council
Admiral Reidy
Dart
Dewey
McKinneys
Revenue Officers
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Admiral Dewey
Ed Miner Returns After Many Years
Ed Miner arrives in Seattle after a long journey from Beattie and Cariboo district. He recalls the Cariboo gold rush and the early Beattie days, discusses mining fortunes, and criticizes Columbia government actions regarding American assistance and land grants to syndicates.
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Palmer
Wallace
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Denny Brothers
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Prisoner mistreatment sparks relief plea to President
A telegram from Boyce, president of the Western Federation, appeals to President McKinley for relief after reports of prisoner abuse in Idaho. Some inmates allegedly threaten self harm or death rather than endure ongoing suffering.
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Estey Federation
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Great Slugs of Gold in Market Exchange
Fragmentary text describes precious metal speculation and a point in a stocks exchange context. Key names and specifics are unclear, but reference to gold and mining activity suggests a financial or commodities note on market movement.
Andelana Wrecking Ops Plan Underway at Tacoma
Pacific Wrecking Company prepares to raise the sunken Andelana. Capt. Waltera to supervise from Beattle. Divers and pumping crews from eastern cities and Pacific Coast assembled for the operation starting Monday. Tacoma men form the core crew with expert pumpers among the team.
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Local divers vow safer operations after fatal deep-sea accident
Veteran divers will staff three-man teams on new underwater tasks with improved air cylinder packing. They insist that the previous death of Diver Baldwin was caused by a blown pump packing and not a defective helmet.
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Missing Since August 12 Dante Connife In Arlington
Dante Connife a shingle weaver of Arlington Washington has been missing from his home since August 12. Police report he was seen in Portland on September 4 and there is fear he may have taken his own life. Mrs Connife offers a $160 reward for information. Connife is 5 feet 9 inches tall with brown hair blue eyes and a slender build.
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Death in the Mines in Burnett and Carbonado
Coroner Howka returned from Burnett and Carbonado after investigating two coal mine fatalities. Charles Neweren died at Burnett when a collapsing coal mass buried him. John Khretinko, aged 11, was killed at Carbonado when coal rushed down a chute sweeping him away. Both accidents deemed unavoidable.
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Burnett
Carbonado
Charles Neweren
John Khretinko
Carbonato
Bath
Bridge on Twenty Fourth Street in Tacoma Settles Significantly
Late last night residents reported the Twenty fourth street bridge between A and East B streets has settled several inches. Crews cannot cross due to the dangerous condition of the structure and its height, making heavy traffic unsafe until repairs are made.
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Assistant Quartermaster H Robinson to Portland for Lenox refit
Assistant Quartermaster H Robinson left yesterday for Portland to oversee reloading and refitting of the transport Lenox. The Lenox will be used to forward horses to the Philippines.
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Talk on Alaska at Mark's Church Inlet Night
Rev J B D Llwyd delivered an interesting lecture at Mark's Church Inlet Night on Alaska. The talk featured a collection of curios and baskets. He described the scenery of the land and his trip to northern waters, and discussed Alaska’s government and its future.
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Seattle First Expo Opens Monday with Wide Exhibits
The Seattle First Expo opens Monday morning with ready exhibits across all departments. The agricultural and horticultural hall will showcase vegetables fruits flowers and grains from counties statewide. Machinery mining and art sections fill rapidly with churning wagons pumps saws and furniture in place.
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Man in Jail After Wife's Slaying in Tacoma
Albert Machaut, who shot his former wife Julia Amber in Tacoma Wednesday evening, waived a preliminary examination before Judge Mattison and is jailed without bail awaiting trial. A coroner's jury ruled Amber was killed deliberately.
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Mining stock insurance failure cited in perilous blaze
A fire outbreak was linked to lack of mining stock insurance underwritten by A. L. Parker & Co of New York Block. The firm listed as the underwriters in the Wiles Proscription specialists directory, with a contact at Pike 23.
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Electric power capsules promise revolution in lighting and travel
New York Sept 20 A chemist’s claimed compound in capsule form may supply electricity by dissolving in water. Inventor John Ponet, an electrical engineer, forms a company with 15 million dollars capital to market capsules three grains to one and a half ounces. One tablet allegedly powers incandescence and propulsion, reducing battery weight for carriages and trains.
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Muriel the Huntress of Human Hearts Arrives in New York
Muriel Thetin Wilson, famed London society belle and actress, arrives aboard the Majestic from England. Described as England’s most courted beauty, she has been linked with notable aristocrats and scandals, including a baccarat affair involving figures tied to the Prince of Wales.
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Amusements show crowds for stage and vaudeville shows
The town buzzes as PTT presents Breach of Promise to be closed Saturday. Matinee Saturday at 2 15. Lincoln J Carter presents The Heart of Chicago next week with grand scenery. Vanity Fair vaudeville at Beattie theater for three nights draws big advance sale and large crowds.
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Water Front Shipping Moves and Charter Attempts
The article reports failed charter efforts for the steamer Alliance to Bt Michael and Cape Nome this year. Mitchell and Gray of San Francisco refuse terms. A plan to place a modern steamer on the Victoria and Seattle route is discussed. The Adame training ship heads to Seattle, and the Nellie Jensen sails to Cape Nome on October 10 with Mr. Smith and freight. Neptune arrives at La Conner to unload oats for Elima Thomson bound for Honolulu. Edhu Themeon sails on October 1 with hay and other cargo.
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National League Games and Standings Report
The National League games yesterday included St Louis 8 over St Louis 7 in a scoreline involving St Louis and Louisville 3, and New York 6 at Philadelphia 3. Baltimore 7 defeated Brooklyn 5, while Boston versus Washington was halted at darkness. Pittsburgh led Cincinnati 7 as standings were listed after the day’s play.
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Prices Advancing at Wholesale and Manufacturing Firms
Wholesale dealers and manufacturers are raising prices on Pinnos. No value has yet been set, and the report notes our opportunity to complete and choose. Address: Tramaker 1415 Secondav.
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