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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1906
Page
1
An injured man was found on the university campus this afternoon with a bullet wound. He stated he had shot himself at 10:90 and lay undiscovered for hours. He refused to speak, name not learned, and his exact intent remains unclear. His condition is serious and life may be in danger.
A Washington report surveys municipal ownership trends in Britain, arguing local governments should expand control of utilities and services. It notes widespread municipal ventures in water, lighting, gas, rail, theatres, milk, and insurance, with Britain cited as advancing public operation to lower costs, improve service, and strengthen civic ties. It highlights Howe’s conclusions: ownership benefits include cheaper services, debt relief, tax cuts, improved labor conditions, and responsiveness to voters, while noting opposition challenges.
Mr Howe reports to the United States department that municipal ownership in Great Britain has justified itself and the theory of proper government. He states municipal ownership did not involve higher costs, and corruption among city workers is rare, while public scrutiny and press coverage keep officials honest. He notes no strong demand for privatization, except private franchises.
In a session dated April 14, officials discussed the status of miners affected by the 1903 wage scale. Mitchell stated the administration is satisfied with current conditions and the board will decide if a levy is warranted to aid miners who signed the scale and were put to work. Separately, West Coast Steamship Co. of Olympia was incorporated for 60000 by A Schubach, H Hamilton, and W V Stenton, with Schubach & Hamilton as local partners and Stenton named as Nome agent for the firm steering the steamer Jeanie.
Senator Tillman introduced a resolution calling an inquiry into political contributions of national banks. Heyburn, of Maine, spoke on the rate bill in the Senate debate.
Springfield report: Judge Humphrey sentences Col J Hamilton Lewis, Chicago corporation counsel, to 60 days for contempt of court in a dispute over a waterworks injunction. The case involved claims against Altos Illinois waterworks and $200,000 alleged by Farmers Loan Trust of Boston. Lewis promised five days demurrer but chose jail over a court agreement.
The Sakors' union in Bay City awaits Ban's instruction on a one month wage agreement that expired yesterday. Sailors will not advance toward a new contract and will continue with old wages while awaiting word, with a possible strike if no agreement is reached within about a week.
James A. Moore returns from the east and tells The Star that Tacoma's steel plant story is entirely false. He denies Merritt and associates’ involvement, says documents and site offers mentioned are not in agreement, and notes the Commerce Chamber holds the matter as the Washington canal project moves forward.
Washington April 1 With no opposition the house passed the McKinsey Oil measure permitting the diversion of Sacramento River waters for irrigation purposes.
G. Bickmyer, 66, of York Station, jailed for wife beating after drinking episode. Longtime county gardener, his friends seek release, saying he was only slightly intoxicated and harmed no one.
Bank clearings for April 16 1906 totaled 1 616 999 28 in the city. The Sunday financial summary records the day’s robust activity across local banks with no noted anomalies or sizable shifts in cash flows.
Naples reports eruptions of Vesuvius are lighter and residents focus on relief. Government rations guide the hungry as Buffalo Bill Cody sends 1000 dollars. Two elderly women rescued after six days entombment amid a living tomb shock Easter celebrants and locals. Mayor Moore announces further measures.
W B Poland clarifies rumors about the Alaska Central railroad to Seward. A committee of fundraising volunteers is named led by John Cor giat and others, with meetings planned. The company reports over $3 million spent and 1,400 workers, with trains running to the completed section and interior surveys underway.
Inspectors review the Pago tract and route through the Cascades at Snoqualmie Falls. Chief Engineer Pearson departed Saturday night for South Bend and was joined by Division Engineer Preston from Ellensburg. All construction contracts have been let and contractors await the signal to begin. Men and equipment are assembled along the right of way and readiness is reported.
George Beede was not to be tried for an alleged attempt to murder Ray McDonald. Judge Frater announced the decision after Prosecuting Attorney Mackintosh said the case would be dropped since a conviction was deemed impossible without McDonald testifying.
The widow of William K. Lemp, famed brewer, died today in St. Louis from the shock of her husband's death by his own hand three years earlier.
Judge Hanford of the United States circuit court on Saturday dismissed the suit for a receiver for the McCarthy Dry Goods company. He ruled no sufficient cause for a receivership was proven despite stockholders and creditors alleging asset overestimation and lack of manager experience.
Mayor Moore and department heads say the recall measure is legal despite questions on vote validity. A Pierce code search suggests a law nullifies city charter requirements, while the city statutes demand a 90 day petition and a council resolution before an election. The recall amendment reportedly did not meet these conditions, but officials believe Pierce's code overrides the charter.
Questions on the recent municipal election bond votes arise. Voters approved 500000 for parks and 600000 for the fighting system. Mayor Moore seeks legal opinion from Corporation Counsel Calhoun to determine if three fifths refers to votes for and against or total votes cast. The issue is a construction matter based on reading the charter clause.
In San Francisco on April 16 President Harrison of the Olympic Club informed President McCabe of the local amateur association that no true amateur boxing exists on the coast and urged discontinuing amateur boxing by the group. This stance follows other recent developments in the sport.
J J O Keefe cancer specialist pleaded guilty to practicing medicine without a license and was sentenced to 60 days in county jail. He was arrested following the death of a patient as the King County Medical association investigates similar cases with more arrests expected. Foster whist party hosted by Mr and Mrs Charles Foster on Saturday evening with a memorable晚愉快家.
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