15 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1902
Page
1
In a tense Commons session yesterday Leeds millers pushed up flour prices while debates on Boer War concessions continued. Cabinet meetings were private and no public details were released. Balfour stated no new peace negotiation news had been received by 11 o clock.
Reports from Brussels describe rising anxiety as Socialists prepare for a strike and authorities urge calm. Workers face job fears while officials vow safety measures and contingency plans against potential disturbances. One dynamite attempt targets public buildings, with no casualties reported.
Fragmentary OCR describes a water emergency as seamen attempted rescue after a crew member fell overboard. The text references a young Hardy and a keeping afloat scene, with unspecified events, ages, and places, but readable names include Oliver and York family.
A judge found Jim A Nelson guilty of maintaining a saloon serving liquor to minors and young men at Alma on Pike. Police reported a Saturday night raid led to charges against Katie Keevey and James Thomas for similar offenses. The case reveals enforcement of liquor laws and penalties tied to illegal sale.
Clerk Murdock of Ballard council urged the amendment of Sec 2 of the Cedar River water sale ordinance to extend the term from one year to five years. The council referred the measure to the fire and water committee as Ballard residents oppose a one year system.
Voters in West Seattle flock to Cooper's store near the ferry landing as polls open at 4 pm. By press time more than half of the 24 votes in the precinct have been cast and many residents will vote after returning from work. Incorporation supporters are favored to win.
A Seattle gathering of bartenders is set for tomorrow at 2:86 PM at Cooks and Co on hall 1104 Second Avenue. The meetup aims to re organize the Bartenders League of America with all non owner bartenders urged to attend and help form a strong local union led by J Stacy Whitney of the AFL organizing bureau.
Washington April 15 reports say Kent Roosevelt plans to appoint a commission to investigate the conduct of the war in the Philippines with focus on alleged atrocities by American soldiers. The move, long under consideration, is linked to Senate revelations prompting action.
John W. Gates announced his purchases of Lowleville and Nashville railway stock and said the matter would be handled by J. P. Morgan & Co. as arbiters to prevent disturbances in the financial market.
An afternoon gala performance at the Opera Comique in Paris supports the McKinsey memorial fund. Notables present include President Loubet, W K Vanderbilt, W R K Hearst, and the Duchess of Marlborough. Eben Beachan received the standing ovation for the star-spangled Banner.
Pacific coast workers from Tacoma to Seattle view renewed Chinese exclusion as vital. Unions and contractors argue Chinese labor undercuts wages, harms American citizens, and boosts white labor unity, with Seattle’s Building Trades council backing a strict ban and Pacific coast sentiment leaning toward re enactment.
Six city councilmen along with City Engineer Thomson and newspaper reporters left Leary for a three day inspection of Cedar river water works and the proposed Cedar Falls lighting plant. Some members will return tonight while others proceed to Cedar Falls, with the aim of informing council discussion on land and site.
In labor circles today it is stated that Frank Gallagher a building contractor and member of the Master Builders association has agreed to employ only union men. After a week long lockout all Gallagher supervised buildings are back operating with full union forces.
Gen. Palma, a 18 year resident of Central Valley New York, bade farewell to friends and heads to Havana to assume his role as the first president of the Cuban Republic next month.
Last night W. H. Middleton resigned from the secretary and manager post of the Labor Temple committee. FF. A. Rust was elected to the position in Middleton's place. Middleton, long active in local labor circles, severed his connection to go into business for himself.
Mayor Hardin vetoes the ordinance granting a New York and San Francisco led group a franchise to distribute power from Nookeach Falls. Council had passed the measure three weeks earlier. The veto claims timing invalidates the veto or approval, predicting the council will override.
Senator stated the Ide case would not be taken up by the Senate committee next Thursday and if it were considered it would not be disposed of.
The House Judiciary Committee reported a resolution asking the attorney general for information on steps taken to investigate the beef trust. Attorney General Knox sent a letter noting he ordered a thorough probe by a U S district attorney to determine if such a combination exists, stating he has no evidence of a legal combination and was not asked to act officially.
At Queenstown the Mare reports a barbette gun burst during target practice at 4 point 116 miles. two lieutenants, a gunner, and seven crew killed, four sailors wounded, two critically. Debris tore through the ship, with one officer's body hurled meters from the blast.
Bilis Morrison appointed a committee to meet regents about purchasing the old university grounds for a public park. An upcoming report is planned. Other actions include harbor master duties, sidewalk and street improvements, and a pending crematory franchise.
A man in North Yakima was arrested Saturday for begging and committed to the poor house. Authorities found 220 dollars sewn inside his shirt after a search. The Irishman, unnamed, drew Rev J H Wood's reform sermon urging action against vice and city county law violations.
Had to Go Berlin April 18 The police at Twernbury Beer Prussia have expelled two Mormon missionaries Lorenzo Walker and Joseph Zwahlen from the province as characters not wanted.
A message from April reports General Slondeneen, president of Cadejas, revolting against the government and joining revolutionary forces with about 800 men near the island of Curneau, Desert.
Professor Geo A Treadwell seeks a restraining order in New York against United Verde Company over a dispute described in the telegraphed call. Details remain sparse, with the filing noted from the city capital.
From 1888 to present, an accounting was ordered for the cor ve business. testimony began yesterday with Senator Clark on the stand. Treadwell says he has been frozen out of his holdings, alleging exclusion from the enterprise.
St Louis April 15. President Francis of the World’s Fair commission says the 1903 exposition likely cannot open on time. Fair officials cite only a small portion of foreign exhibits ready and seek a delay to ease international tensions, suggesting a smaller state than Chicago or the Pan American.
With Honor Washington DPD April 15 the Tal Madge obsequies proceed without orientation. After Church of the Covenant services the body stays in the edifice until midnight then moves to Brooklyn for interment. There will be no service in Brooklyn except at the grave.
The Seattle area is expected to be fair to cloudy with occasional showers this evening. Winds remain fresh from the east to south as residents plan outdoor activities and commutes.
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