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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1906
Page
4
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Shortly after 6 o clock a rotten pile under Colman dock gave way at Millett Bay. More than 20 men fell into the cold water. Wharf employees and rescuers pulled bathers from the harbor while fire crews dispatched from headquarters aided in the water rescue.
Mayor Moore filed with the city comptroller a communication announcing Captain A P Spaulding as port warden to succeed Captain M Jensen. The appointment awaits council confirmation and faces potential opposition tied to political factions. Spaulding is a long‑time Seattle shipping veteran and Belevens Point resident.
The piece traces how well meaning country men start banks to fund local ventures, chasing rapid wealth. When investments fail or laws bite, they face federal penalties and prison, illustrating how rapid civilization fuels costly mistakes and penitentiary visits.
The Westmin ster church meeting formed the Young People’s Civic League to enforce laws against saloons, Sunday closing violations, slot machines, and gambling. Carl H. Reeves was named temporary chairman as petitions aim for 20 000 signatures to Moore seeking strict enforcement and future political participation with recall as a potential tool.
City officials seek modification of an injunction blocking street grading near Lincoln and Stander hotels to allow temporary work between Marion and Madison streets. A school supply order and the Interlake high school contract award are on next Saturday’s agenda. City leaders depart for Cedar River to inspect water and light plants, returning by weekend. Grand larceny charges filed against Anton Madsen for corn theft. Fort Lawton to be garrisoned by the 25th Infantry, with other units stationed nationwide. One bid for a 1,060,000 funding bond was deemed unsatisfactory and will be rebid. Pacific Coast Association of Traffic Agents to meet in Everett next Saturday.
Arrangements are completed for a meeting discussing the joint route question. A banquet is planned to follow the meeting. Assistant City Engineer Beattie is at home suffering from a combined asthma and pneumonia attack.
The Primrose Mimatrela opens at the Grand tonight for four performances. Babes in Toyland tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10. The Merry Maidens follow Cherry Blossoms at the Seattle opening Sunday afternoon. Ben Hendricks and his company stage Ole Olwen at Third Avenue all week. A Thoroughbred Tramp comes to Third Avenue next week as managers Russell and Drew aim for record business. Star Theatre features a top program with the stadium girlie T Nelson Downa the King of Kolns and the Risseys in an acrobatic net. Large audiences are the rule this week.
Commander Sutherland reports a small revolution at Bamana in Domini can Waters. He states no American property is endangered and has rushed two ships to the scene to protect interests and deter further disruption.
A about 36 year old woman registered as Mrs Eno Bardelban was found dead in her Palmer House room with a bullet wound and a pistol beside her. A bellboy heard the shot. A companion in a separate room claimed she was Edith Cooper of Philadelphia and said he was Barteleben. He alleged she was married to an electrical engineer in Rhode Island and would be taken to California for her health.
The trial of G. J. Melcher Don Van Antwerp and K. V. Neil three teamaters employed by contractor W M Stanley charged with cruelty to animals proceeds in Justice Davies court this afternoon after Stanley secured a venue change from the police court.
Three valuable bays weighing about 1100 pounds each were stolen from the McGilvra stables at Lake Washington last night. The lock was picked and the stable left unguarded for hours before the theft, and two horses had served as carriage pair. Judges Burke and McGilvra owned the animals. police search continues.
Funeral services for William Meydenbauer are set for tomorrow at 2 PM at Plymouth Congregational Church with burial at Mt Pleasant cemetery after incineration. James Smith, formerly U S examiner and master in chancery, dies at 929 24th Ave following long illness. Arrangements for Meydenbauer’s funeral at his residence at 2:36 PM tomorrow. J K Hall, Stockton district judge from California’s gold era, dies yesterday, a contemporary of Judge Terry and other noted attorneys.
Washington April 6 Henry T Rainey addressed the house in a tariff speech tied to the postoffice appropriation bill He argued that American industries grown strong enough to export and sell at home could sustain two prices without a protective tariff.
Three Japanese boys rated as third class crew attendants have disappeared from the U S training ship Philadelphia stationed at Bremerton. Commander Robert M. Taylor issued a police description and offered a reward of 29 dollars for each boy. Names are Josaku Kido Ikunosuki Kaino and Tahee Sato.
Water rent due for April through June becomes delinquent May 1 if unpaid. The district includes areas south of Unten and east to tnlen. Metered rates are due from the 1st to the 20th of each month and become delinquent on the 21st.
In Chicago on April 6 Dowle left Mexico for Zion. Zion church officers held a secret conference this morning. Votive reportedly has letters from Dowle to Ruth Hofer and proof Dowle supported polygamy due to hard hearts in Zion. Mrs Dowle fainted at Shiloh house and Dowle was said to be seriously prostrated. The appellate court upheld a lower ruling denying a $54 000 New Zealand legacy, affirming undue influence claims.
Judge DeHaven sentenced Frank Johnson for naturalization frauds to ten years at San Quentin and a $4,000 fine. Johnson, a waterfront figure, led a group that exploited sailors for bribes of sixteen dollars each.
Customs Inspector Walter J. Dyke captured a silk smuggler at the Great Northern docks just after noon. Police searched the suspect’s clothing and found silk handkerchiefs and a shawl. A further search of the steamer is planned this afternoon.
Tacoma reports railroad moves as Union Pacific negotiates purchase of ground owned by Pete Sand in the restricted district. Announcement expected soon regarding terminal relocation to accommodate transcontinental railway facilities.
Seven bids were opened for handling United Army transport to Alaska this season. The contract is expected to go to a bidder offering the best terms and reliability for military movement and logistics.
A short sale notice offers a cigar stand for sale with inquiries directed to T H at the Detroit Hotel. The fragment provides no price or further details.
Bids were received from Alaska teamehip, Mum boldt Steamehip, MPactfic Steamehip, Northwestern Biesmachip, Behchbach & amittien, N. A. T. & T. Co, Alaska "wt company and Nome Lighter. bee company. The bids were opened but totals will be calculated in several days.
The second day of the Haven M E K church rally opened with Edith Marlatt speaking on China. Speakers covered missionary work in India Scandinavia Germany and home missions. The afternoon featured tract distribution discussion and a praise service. The convention adjourns tonight.
F W Carroll special representative and M I fe local manager in Beattie have spent two days seeking a new enlarged packing plant for the Cudahy Packing Co. to replace their current facility at Maynard avenue and Twarborn street slated for removal due to Jackson street regrade. The new plant will double capacity to handle Seattle office business under Mr Millas management.
County Game Warden Hief de nies there is any plan to stock King County lakes with catfish perch and black bass. He limits planting to Lake Sammaniieh and notes no intention to stock other lakes despite applications. William J. Finck, Seattle sportsman, warns against introducing catfish, citing damage to trout spawning and fishing in California. He urges preserving trout lakes and streams and suggests Eastern trout for planting if any stocking occurs.
A Minnesotan Republican columns praise a winter landscape with a sleek black span a white brown and gray cutter the palette balanced by artistic casualness calling the scene worthy of high artistic talent. Also a short note from Jobh Wise comments on recognizing what comes.
A dialogue wonders about a new office boy and a system he uses to locate people. The speakers joke that the boy can do more than track them, and they ponder whether humans were monkeys long ago. They admit uncertainty about ancient origins but acknowledge many people feel evolved today.
A local shop promotes an Easter wardrobe with an easy payment plan. It promises the latest ideas in men’s and women’s fashions and urges customers to shop without delay for spring outfits.
The steamer Mercld Dotlar has arrived in Bellingham bringing cargo from San Francisca. Sailors report smooth voyage with no incidents aboard the vessel during the journey.
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