25 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
1
Schwab outlines a plan to raise 50 million dollars by selling new stock and issuing 6 percent mortgage bonds. The move funds remodeling of plants and labor-saving improvements expected to boost output while reducing staffing in multiple plants. The company would increase annual profit and push total obligations upward as part of the capitalisation proposal.
A report notes a rising amount of sad money among service members. Officials say the trend reflects broader financial strain and increased use of emergency funds.
Capt B W Bell in charge United States secret service warns Seattle traders that counterfeit silver dollars dated 1890s are circulating widely. He notes a recent surge in bogus coins, many with base metal cores and ring flaws, fooling careless cash handlers and spreading through the city.
A public notice urges merchants to report suspicious counterfeit coins after a streetcar firm notes bogus money in circulation. Officials promise confidentiality and substantial rewards for information leading to convictions in counterfeiting cases.
In Washington a Senate Cuban committee votes to investigate charges that the sugar trust controls the Cuban sugar crop. A subcommittee of 11 from Connecticut Burnham and Teller will hear testimony from sugar trust officials and others.
Illinois Senator Mason is identified as the largest stockholder in the Columbia Hydraulic Company which has installed a $100,000 hydraulic plant in the Atlin district to work a mountain of gravel believed to contain about $20,000,000 in gold.
Charles M postmaster of Oden Utah was arrested this morning for embezzling 2654 dollars. He was arraigned before United States Commissioner Maloney and pleaded not guilty. His bond was set at 2500 dollars.
The funeral for Mrs. Esther Steel wife of George W Steele of Georgetown was held yesterday afternoon at Butterworth and Son's chapel. She was well known in Seattle and the service drew a large attendance.
April 26 report says preliminary steps are taken to prepare cases against meat packers. Special Washington attorneys will begin a national anti trust bill of evidence gathering with help from Med States and New York sources. The district attorney seeks any proof of Sherman anti trust violations and federal officials anticipate convictions in many cases with witnesses from stockyard packing signifying willingness to testify.
A blurred report describes a Bunco scheme near Waterfront involving Joseph Cucaw and a friend who played poker with two others. An alleged officer lured them into a plot to “pinch” the friend and escape scrutiny. Investigators believe a larger gang may be traveling to continue the scheme.
The Madison street cable broke near Sixth avenue causing a shutdown until 7:30 this morning a second break in a week prompts plans to install a new cable tomorrow night. James Street line also halted after an accident at the electric substation with power restored after steam was pumped at the Broadway powerhouse.
Applications pour into city hall for diverse departments as exams run May 6 for a week. Police jobs lead with 14 filled, fire 18 percent, inspectors 18, library desk clerk seven, and other posts include janitor clerks stenographer and more across 179 positions to be filled from the eligible list.
Reported jail break plan at police headquarters believed to be foiled as a large piece of pig iron was found hidden in the working cells this morning. Prisoners, including Barney Martin once imprisoned for attempted jailer murder, face a thorough search tonight amid suspicions of further evidence.
Patrick Halleran was cleared yesterday of the charge of trying to poison his nephew's family. A chemist who examined the cake batter Wan alleged to be poisoned could not identify the substance, leading to the acquittal.
April 5 Wilhelmina slept at intervals during the night. Temperature readings show her illness progressing in a steady pattern. Her physicians and the prince consort remain by her bedside and hopeful about her condition.
The jury in the Berry Howard Goebel murder case returned a not guilty verdict. William Nolan, 43, died yesterday afternoon of pneumonia at First Avenue South and Connecticut Street. He had served three years as city dog catcher. His body lies at Bonney & Stewart's morgue.
An official county stenographer appointment sparks dispute as legal authority is questioned. Samuel Furber, from Snohomish, was named after a deputy clerk’s opinion, while Daniel Kennedy, a Seattle reporter, previously handled county stenographic work at lower pay. Prosecutor Fulton says no law authorizes the post and cites overreach by the board though he notes a competent appointee may serve the county’s best interests.
Beattie residents oppose an elaborate Independence Day event to celebrate the keel laying of the battleship Nebraska on July 4. The planned public ceremony is downgraded to a local affair to avoid clashing with the August Bike street fair and carnival. The carnival committee will proceed with plans, expecting substantial funding from business supporters, and a chamber meeting is set for Monday to discuss the changes.
Washington April 25 The War Department reports growing hope no general war will follow Moro refusal to supply men for murdered Americans. General Chaffee notes Baldwin captured Pulas Mindanao with no casualties, Canael sultan seeks peace, and forces will show presence then retreat to avoid a larger conflict. General Davis says the situation remains favorable.
Senator Money of Mississippi appeared in Washington police court charged with assault on Street Car Conductor Bhaner. Money stood outside the rail as the case proceeded, pleaded not guilty, and was released on his own recognizance. Conductor Bhaner and Hooper also pleaded not guilty and were released on ball.
The report from Chicago notes beef prices steady while mutton and pork rise. Further increases anticipated tomorrow due to high demand for potatoes and beans as meat abstention spikes. Prices for potatoes and beans jumped 5 cents today, now $1.10 per bushel.
Cleary Street road returns to work this morning after strikers accept terms. United Railroads directors in session awaiting advice from Eastern owners. Likely settlement by night with most demands met except recognition of the union. No disturbances or car operations attempted during the dispute.
Three men were found dead in Peterson's hotel at Coney Island this morning. One is identified as Frank Miller, the others remain unknown. Gas poured from an open jet and it is believed someone accidentally turned on the gas before retiring.
Florence confirms Julius Gibbon was hanged for attacking a farmer’s wife last March. The case drew public attention as a first use of a special term court in South Carolina for a black defendant after a sheriff’s mob speech, preventing lynching. Evidence was strong and the jury quickly returned guilty verdict.
The state treasurer ends warrant calls and will issue cash payments on presentation starting May 6. The warrants numbered 85,198 to 85,178 are to be honored or retired as part of the new policy.
Henry Rohaub was executed in Newark New Jersey for the murder of his wife and child. He protested his innocence to the end as the trap fell and the drop caused a severe lurch ending his life.
San Francisco April trial of Walter N. Dimmick accused of embezzling 90000 dollars from the United States Mint will conclude today and be given to the jury later this afternoon.
Crowded assembly room begins play at promptly ten o'clock. Americans from Columbia Harvard Yale and Princeton meet British experts from Oxford and Cambridge in a four nation clash. Teams feature players Bewall Keeler Hunt Lawin Grundy Davidson Webb and others. Trophy valued at 1200 dollars funded by Isaac L. Rice.
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