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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1906
Page
7
Railroad magnate Harriman and allied leaders discuss a potential second eastern line to the city. Observers note private car movements near Georgetown and Smith Cove, with a Rainier Club banquet planned where further plans may be announced.
Manila dispatch reports Moros in Samar killed 10 Pulajanes in a battle yesterday. The clash occurred on land with casualties confirmed by local sources.
Ian Dowie, trembling, stands before the Zion Tabernacle crowd and publicly challenges accusers to prove their charges. He taunts the audience to name names while followers of Voliva remain at a distant Zion college. Dowie pays tribute to Mrs. Dowie and criticizes his son Gladstone as he is escorted to the platform by two supporters.
On April 20 WF and W H Dickey a pistol duel at the post office left Durfja dead and Dickey wounded but expected to recover. Both men are noted church leaders and Masons with Duff the archaeologist author in the area.
A protest meeting at Hothing ot ball lant Stiender by radical elements in G and Wilshire and editor Morris Philadelphia denounced the arrest of Moyer and William D of the Western Federation on the charge connected to the Steunenberg murder, calling Mosevelt a tyrant.
An old advertisement text promotes a Bor Crees drug store at 610 and 7th offering syringes, tubing, sheeting, and fountain items. Items include Beebind spray, per yard Taber sheeting, and Goodyear syringes with prices like 2 quarts and $11.29. The tone hints at sales and late 19th or early 20th century consumer goods.
Thomas McTague, first mate on the steamer Santa Clara, faced preliminary cheering before Jan the PF V Davie on a manslaughter charge. The case stems from an April 2 incident in which McTague allegedly pushed Michael Tracy down a companionway, causing injuries that led to Tracy's death.
The building inspector's department proposes two ordinances for introduction. One regulates swinging scaffolds from building tops and creates an inspector to enforce the provisions. The second amends section 24 to tighten safety rules for building operations protecting pedestrians and workers nearby.
Mayor Moore signals intent to appoint Detective Charles Wappenstein as the new Chief of Police after Chief Delaney's funeral. The mayor says no appointments will be made until the funeral, and other positions including a barber master and a park board member will wait.
William Biloch files a second renewal application for the Gerresnia cafe at the corner of today to the city license committee. The mayor cites violation of the saloon box ordinance as grounds for action. Homes adjoining the main barroom were torn out under a deal with the committee, and a new license would be granted if the changes were completed, but the establishment has operated without a license in the interim.
Judge Morrow of the California Red Cross telegraphed the secretary to convert provisions and supplies toward money. The San Francisco mint was asked to credit J D Phelan with 306000, while the treasury exceeded 1 000 000 for the committee. Gen Greely urged reducing San Francisco reinforcements to 20060 with five field officers and 40 captains to save costs.
A report from Beinburgh says steam and ash arrive as Mount Hmedta erupts in Iceland though not described as serious. Also noted is a British claim of resignation by Count Witte and a Baltimore cathedral cornerstone anniversary. The Baltimore high school team prep to face Spokane at Recreation Park at 8 tomorrow.
The Chamber of Commerce urged immediate action on a plan for salt water mains in the business district, plus fire equipment and a Cedar river to public improvements main. Merchants and bankers circulate a petition urging the council to consider early construction amid post disaster insurance concerns.
Lew aryant alias Reynolds, once a San Francisco newsboy, is arrested on a murder and robbery charge. Patrolman Peterson captured the suspect after a reported saloon hold up on the outskirts the night of March Io amid a fatal shooting. Chief Dinan had previously urged capture if Bryant traveled here.
The Senate approved a bill to divert river waters for irrigation. the measure already passed the House. A committee on claims recommended payment of 1 041 to J J Peel of Spokane for clerk hire while serving as post master.
Burglars attempted a break in at Albert Wade’s home, 737 Ithav, yesterday morning but fled when W. D Kellogg, living nearby, appeared at the door. Kellogg’s alarm prompted a rapid exit and the police were notified, though the trio escaped capture.
The Deschappelles team from Tacoma wins the trophy in a Seattle style whist event held Saturday night during a North Pacific Whist convention. Olympia, Tacoma, Ballard, Portland and two BA C teams played. final between two BA C squads. Judge Linn and FP Winstanley of Olympia won the pair championship.
The 124nd water main crossing over the Great Northern tunnel tracks will be severed tomorrow morning and a new main connected at a new elevation. A temporary water supply is arranged at about $400 to serve the district while the work completes, enabling full tunnel traffic by early June when the depot opens.
W. C. Cooley, residence and occupation unknown, broke his leg by falling from South Seattle car No 910 yesterday. He was taken to Pacific hospital. Patrolman Phillips said Cooley jumped on at 2nd Ave and Yesler Way and refused to pay fare, claiming to ride to Main St. The car curved and he fell to the pavement.
Burglars entered the home of DP Diller at 2117 Beedaday during the early hours and took 56 dollars and a gold watch. They forced a window sash and all occupants slept through the break in. the theft was discovered when Diller woke this morning.
The county commissioners have received a permit to construct a bridge over the DuWamish River at Georgetown. The project costs about 16000 dollars with Georgetown contributing 2500 dollars and the remainder from farmers and land owners across the river. The bridge will include a draw for boat passage and will be built along up-to-Gate Vines. The contract will be let in a few weeks.
A tug named Mary C burned while tied to Pacific Coast Steamship Company bunkers taking on coal. The blaze gutted the engine and boiler, causing about 1000 dollars in damages before fire department quickly reached the scene and prevented further loss. The Mary C is owned by American Tug Boat Company of Everett, origin of the fire is unknown.
North end loggers block the county road in Cherry Valley protesting a draw bridge on the Snohomish River. They claim the central pier will interfere with rafting logs and threaten court action, but officials cite a government permit and say construction cannot be halted.
Information filed accusing Andrew Anderson of felony robbery attempt on April 12. Complainant is Hildare Peterson. The item notes a high school contest or challenge involving the faculty baseball team.
Chief of Police Thomas R. Delaney died at 4:20 PM in Providence hospital after a lengthy illness. He served as Seattle chief since 1904 after a career in Port Townsend and customs service and leaves a wife and three children. Funeral rites will be held at the Church of the Immaculate Conception with services at Green Lake and a half mast observance across the police department.
A man believed to be Thomas Phillips, about 35, was crushed by a Northern Pacific freight train in the south end yards yesterday morning while attempting to cross as the train backed up. Two brakemen warned him. he did not heed and was run over, the body badly mangled.
Brighton delays annexation action amid fears of caloons and gambling in the valley. Mrs B Roachford’s home quarantined for diphtheria. four niece’s children ill but improving. CN Nutter recovers from typhoid pneumonia. Hillman reports Sunset Telephone upgrades with more copper wires, fewer party lines, new poles. Mayor Corbett returns with municipal ideas. A diphtheria case at Mrs F Knowlton’s home noted. Hillman records few epidemics this winter.
Paul Pilgrim of New York won the 400 metres in 52.15 seconds and J. D. Lightbody of Chicago took the 300 metres in 4 minutes 12 seconds. The American team leads toward the Olympian games. Herman Dellmen of Vashontal accuses Jobo Dee Smith of assault with a garden hoe and threats to kill.
Bar tell s big Red Chrome Pharmacy offers one fourth off on Tuesday on rubber goods and syringes. Items include 2 quart fountain syringes with one year guarantee, Goodyear and Red Cross fountain syringes with two year guarantees, Marvel and Tular whirling spray syringes with various prices.
At Madison Park yesterday the Rainiers from Beattie disposed of the Giants with a 6 to 2 score. The hard fought game drew a good sized crowd and showcased the Rainiers’ strength.
The Society of the Daughters of the Revolution holds its national convention in Philadelphia with about 1,000 delegates and members in attendance on April 30.
Rainier Beach triumphs over Vesselt Tear with a 12 to 7 victory in a tight basketball clash. The contest showcased Rainier Beach’s defense and efficient scoring late in the game.
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