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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1901
Page
1
April reports say General Kitchen and Colonel Plumer halted a Boer breakout near Pietersburg with 800 Boers captured or shot at, two killed and one wounded. British detachment carried 69 trucks, destroyed ammunition stores, and chased retreating fighters along the northern railway.
Unknown assailants piled ties on the Short Line track 100 miles east of here last night. The engine pilot was wrecked and several brake beams damaged, causing an hour delay before the Westbound train resumed journey.
In Carbondale a craps dispute over 16 cents led to a shooting. Marty Hollins killed 17 year old William Williams and wounded Bam Johnson and Henry Brown. All involved are Black. Hollins is under arrest.
In New York a gift sign appears at the Waldorf Astoria as Jim, a famed statesman, promises to marry Miss Hitchborn if after a year he remains sober and earns money through work. Friends report he is living up to the wager though gossip swirls about Washington society and Miss Hitchborn.
Judge Fawcett in the superior court convicts Bishop David N Meinturff of obtaining money by fraud in a civil case. He orders $749 to Mrs Jane Michie, the plaintiff, who alleges he borrowed $700 in cash. Meinturff, said to hail from Spokane, faces punishment through the civil verdict.
In a morning ceremony Aguinaldo affixed his signature to Lt. forming a formal agreement. The act underscores ongoing negotiations and sets a framework for subsequent steps in the accord.
President and Mrs McKinley plan a spring visit to the Great West with elaborate preparations for their reception and entertainment. The prospect of the presidential party promises a series of brilliant social events across the tour as Union League Club and civic groups gear up for gatherings and honors.
San Francisco civic groups send a gold plate invitation to the White House for a grand one-day reception in Seattle. The Union League of San Francisco advertises a lavish display mimicking celebrated hospitality and civic pomp.
May Wright, a white woman, attempted death by swallowing carbolic acid in room 17 at Derey house on Second Avenue South after fearing desertion by James Thompson. He prevented overdose. she suffered burns to face and body and was taken into custody. she will recover.
Public gambling in Seattle has ended with clubs such as Seattle California Standard Union Totem and Dawson closed by action of the Law and Order League. Gamblers prepare to leave the city while hearings next Friday will determine penalties for seized paraphernalia and possible appeals to higher courts. Separately First Presbyterian church women promote a magistral play The Spinster's Convention at the church parlor tonight and tomorrow night.
Detective Lane arrived from Denver with Wm. Rt. Johnson, wanted on grand larceny charges in Dawson property matter. The complaint, sworn by Geo. J. McPheren, cites $254 involved and accuses Johnson of embezzling a large sum tied to Alaska holdings. Johnson explains settlement of Alaska interests with McPheren, cites wife’s death en route to Seattle, and agrees to cooperate after funeral services. He claims malice by McPheren and intends to post bonds.
A six month old baby was found in a deep hole on a vacant lot at Seventh Ave and Pine St. with head abrasions suggesting murder. The body was discovered by a boy and reported to police. Detective Biarek leads the investigation. coroner Hoye ordered the body moved to Butterworth's morgue.
The city council discussed a bill to expand the police force with ten regular officers replacing emergency personnel. It sets wages at 66 dollars monthly and adds a fourth grade regular rank. current emergency men must pass civil service exams next week to remain.
Representative Jones has urged the Post Office Department to grant Aberdeen Washington free mail delivery. He recommends Aberdeen be considered alongside North Yakima, noting Aberdeen’s annual mail business exceeds $11,000.
Ottawa reports Mussell's theater a principal hotel in the city total loss by fire at 1 am. All 200 guests escaped unhurt as fire walls saved adjoining Mussell hotel and Russell theater, also damaged with property and costumes lost. A second item notes Pekin dispatch on China negotiations and Russia’s Manchurian stance.
The official name of New Whatcom has been changed by the postal authorities. It is hereafter to be known as Whatcom.
Royal Victor, T. FP. Mayr colt, won the Tennessee Derby at Montgomery Park in Memphis. Lady Schorr, Mily, finished behind the winner. the Schoor ownership is noted with John F. Schoor listed for the stable. Time recorded as 1:067.
In Hanribon Nebraska the schoolhouse near White River faced sudden flood danger as water surrounded the building. Teacher Miss Listie Cottman waded waist-deep to reach a distant horse, then rode back to pull the school to safety and harness the horse to hold the structure to its foundation, saving her students.
Fire at 4 o clock in a five story tenement in Rochester N Y killed Mrs Keenan and left seventeen families homeless with one person rescued. A second blaze struck Mrs Harriet Winters residence at the same hour with four people near suffocation.
Turkish Free Masons appeal to King Edward to intervene for the release of Mourad last Sultan Amurath V who has been confined for three months in an alleged conspiracy. They contend Mourad is not insane and has spent years imprisoned behind walls.
Chicago opened April 9 at 7t-1c and closed at Te. San Francisco opened April 9 at 106 and closed at 1-8e.
In York Nebraska a man with a razor used barbed wire and a burning stack in a self inflicted death. Guy Anderson of Waco attempted to end his life by cutting his throat and burning himself, dying from injuries as flames consumed his clothing.
Philander Knox of Pittsburgh was sworn in as attorney general of the United States by Justice Shirase at 10:30 in the private office. The ceremony was witnessed by President McKinley Vice President Roosevelt and other high officials.
Jacob Furth, president of the Puget Sound National Bank, leaves for a three week promotional tour through Southern California. He sails to San Francisco first and will proceed slowly south, visiting various points of interest along the way.
Edinburgh reports the arrest of Walter and Robert Pattison linked to an attempted fraud. The Pattison brothers were managing directors of a large whisky firm that collapsed in 1898 with losses near $900,000, prompting expectations of a sensational case.
Rh. Ballinger notes that if the University of Washington fails to locate on the 10 acre Denny tract the title should revert to Seattle. He argues state and federal constitutions forbid deeds and state laws that violate trusts or gifts to the city. Further details promise follow up in days ahead.
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