Furniture Maker Attacked in Late-Night Ambush
C. Walter, proprietor of a shop at Fourth and Marion, reports a mysterious assault in the early morning hours.
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C. Walter, who has a furniture shop at Fourth and Marion streets, was assaulted by an unknown person yesterday morning at 2 o'clock. According to Mr. Walter's story, he had just entered his shop when he was struck on the back of the head with a hard instrument. The assailant fled towards Madison street. Mr. Walter attributes the attack to spite on the part of his enemies. His injuries were not serious, although he lost some blood.
“Mr. Walter attributes the attack to spite on the part of his enemies.”
Fourth and Marion in downtown Seattle is now a dense urban hub. This incident reflects the era's local petty grievances and the persistent danger of navigating the dark, unmonitored streets of 1890s Seattle.
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