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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1906
Page
3
James A Moore and Egan plan a brick fireproof ground floor auditorium in Seattle with stage and large seating capacity. It will host roller skating and can be used for major conventions such as the Christian Endeavor gathering next summer. Moore aims to finish by October 1.
Downett ward councilmen Murphy Reynolds and Kelso plan to meet Beattle Electric president Furth next Friday to press petitions from the north end calling for more cars. Signatures run into hundreds as residents threaten to seek a city council ordinance setting intervals for several streetcar lines if the company resists.
In Washington on April 1 a senate clash arose as Halley defended himself against attacks from Spooner Knox and Foraker. The debate centered on Congress power to limit lower federal court jurisdiction and to enact laws prohibiting courts from denying interstate decisions.
Mrs Kate P Raymonds killed her 14 year old son Frank in Hollywood and attempted to take her own life by gas in a locked room. Her husband holds an official position in Washington. The family resided in a fashionable suburb and she had previously attempted chloroform poisoning a year earlier.
An unnamed man narrowly escaped drowning in the bay this morning. Pulled from the water by bystanders, he was taken to the police station by Officer Griffith. He appeared drunk and could not provide identification. Melody Choir, a former city park board member, has until April 30 to vacate his East Madison Street residence, as the health board plans to burn it as an unsanitary nuisance.
Patrolman Holland stopped a promotional scheme for the play A Thoroughbred Tramp on Third Avenue. A man presented as a ten foot tall woman figure paraded, nearly blocking traffic. Bo McMann, the man inside the frame, was arrested and taken to the station amid a crowd of hundreds.
New York April 10 The miners counter proposal aims to refer the dispute to the commission that settled earlier differences in 1902. The commission members listed include Judge Gray General Wilson B.K.B. Clark Thomas H. Watkins Bishop Alding Carroll D. Wright and B.E. Parker. The conference adjourned after a brief session and will reconvene Thursday.
A remarkable discovery of gold on Orcas Island near Bellingham is reported. An ore mountain of low grade ore is said to amount to about one hundred million tons worth an estimated quarter of a billion dollars. The find is credited to William Cox.
Judge Griffin ruled in the citys favor in the Robb mandamus suit to compel the mayor to accept his bond for a saloon license. The ordinance granting Robb a license was invalid due to bundled licenses. Horton April 10 Nathan Shaler geologist and dean of Lawrence Scientific School died of pneumonia. Cincinnati April 16 David Haummgarten sued New York Life for over 6500 on three policies alleged to have lapsed and claimed fraudulent misrepresentation.
Anosmaug Ore April 10. Wa perta employees who audit county books report a shortage of 94 30 against County Treasurer G W Dimmick. Floating checks will cover all but 750. Shortage likely due to loose bookkeeping. The amount will be made up immediately.
Members of the Seattle Waitresses union attended a church reception at Westminster Presbyterian. The event began late due to late arrival of many young ladies. A lunch followed and plans for a Labor Temple reception next month were announced. The M O campaign committee will meet at the Labor Temple to settle bills and plan for the mayoralty contest. Margaret McHlugh is seriously ill at her home and union members are fundraising for her medical expenses.
United States Commissioner Keifer hears Julie case in Cottage City for possession and false certificate. Steamer Oakland is overhauled at Moran yards, Jeanie on drydock. Cedar river main water shut down all day for leak repair near Renton. Flossie Ach arrested by detectives and officers. Easter sunrise service planned at First United Presbyterian. Makechen floated April 7 and towed to Victoria for repairs. Carpenters union and other trades hold meetings at Lahoor temple tonight.
Other Drake heirs claim a share in the Sir Francis Drake estate valued at 760 million dollars. Rev. William H. Drake, a retired Methodist minister of 522 6th Ave. W., and Rev. F. E. Drake, pastor of Haven M. E. Church, are among those tracing lineage to Elizabethan era buccaneer.
Judge Gordon will be the star witness in the cases of R. V. Neil G. J. Melchher and Dan Van Antwerp charged with cruelty to animals in Justice Davies court this afternoon. The men, employed by W. Stanley as teameters, were arrested by Humane Officers Clark and Vaupell for working horses in unfit condition. M. Christensen faces a complaint in Justice Davis' court for obtaining money under false pretenses by securing a small fee for an accident policy claimed by Pioneer Live Stock Indemnity company.
The Merry Maidens at Seattle Theater this week offers a mixed bill with Baw Rice and Hilly Spencer as the main attraction and a variety of vaudeville acts. The review notes the show is funny and average in quality with several musical numbers and a moving picture segment depicting Oliver Twist.
Local dental ad promises teeth without plates with silver fillings totaling 85.00, offering a 12 year work guarantee. The concise notice targets affordable options for dental restoration and long term service.
A federal grand jury in Portland returns an indictment against more than a dozen men from Oregon California and the eastern states charged with conspiring to illegally acquire timber lands in Southern Oregon. Identities to be kept secret until arrests. Curry County is believed to be the scene of the transactions.
Frank Mosely was killed by Joseph Fossetti proprietor of a roadhouse near Freano California last night. Fossetti says the shooting was in self defense though witnesses say Mosely had no weapon. The altercation followed a fight. Mosely is the son of Mrs. J Beane, from a wealthy San Francisco family staying at the Occidental hotel.
The Tral Canal and Irrigation Company seeks permission to divert Sacramento River water for irrigation, detailing the proposed use and regional impact in its application.
Photographs of a man arrested by Portland police on Saturday on suspicion of being Pierre Tortorici, the Vilardo murder suspect, were reviewed by Captain Burnett. The man was identified as not the wanted person, and a telegraphic order released him to Portland.
WANT CONVENTION Chairman Re. B. Palmer of the Republican State Central Committee will call a meeting of the committee to convene early next month to fix apportionment and dates for the coming state convention. Beattie is a target for the conven tion.
Washington April 16 The house committee on interstate commerce authorized a favorable report on the bill permitting the use of waters of large rivers. The measure outlines standards for navigation and allocation of river resources.
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