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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1899
Page
3
Campers at Alki Point clash over the Clan McDonald steamer and a West Seattle hotel plan to offer beer. Mrs Budlong cuts fares to retaliate as temperance sentiment rises, creating a deadline on the West Seattle beach and fraying former friendships.
Police officer Eckenberg missing from the force sought a civil service commission hearing. He gave his keys to a friend to submit his call while he attended recreation. The friend activated a fire alarm by mistake. Responding officers found Eckenberg’s keys in the alarm box.
Ravenne Ohio woman Mrs. FE V Long asks Chief Reed for information on her husband B V Long who left for the Allin district in April and returned to Seattle in June and has not been heard from since.
Advices from Manila and the British steamer Florida report she was seized in the Gulf of Lingayen by the Oregon and Princeton on June 24 on suspicion of filibustering. Papers were found correct, and the vessel was taken to Manila for an inquiry.
August Buck, the burglar captured by Bernard Pelly during a residence robbery at 1314 Minor Avenue, disappeared from the county hospital after window injuries and alleged poisoning. Buck reportedly unlocked his door and left with janitor overalls, displaying disgust at being caught.
Today the society sold aid goods despite warnings of no urgent need. The Skook excursion raised 100 with Capt Waldo contributing 125. Parker oversaw a railroad baseball game pulling 250, while SAT yielded funds. A letter from a Philippines soldier dated June notes 49 sick and wounded in Company FP and Washington volunteers. Manila hospital totals reach 7000.
At the meeting the clearing house elected President N H M Latimer and Secretary Janes D Hoge Jr. The clearing house committee includes M F Dackua J W Andrewa and R V Ankeny. Charles and Keating serves as manager of the association.
ST. PETERSBURG reports an official messenger issues a statement confirming the agreement reached at the prior conference and noting the tsar’s satisfaction with its results. The communication emphasizes the decision and its acceptance at the highest level.
James Egbert son of Col. Egbert who fell in the Philippines was confined at St Elisabeth’s government asylum for the insane. The youth grew melancholy after his father’s death in battle.
President Mellen of the Northern Pacific and Mr Marriman of the Union Pacific held a long Portland conference to discuss track privileges on the water level route and Seattle access. A fight looms with Oregon Railway and Navigation as UP plans to take control, signaling a settlement likely soon.
Three divorce petitions were filed in the superior court yesterday. The suits include Chas McKinnell versus Beasie McKinnell for desertion, Cora Johnson versus L B Johnson on statutory grounds, and Lena Schroeder versus Christian Schroeder alleging desertion and cruelty.
William Thomas, a veteran old soldier linked to the Hampton yellow fever outbreak, is reported to be at Columbus City, Washington, suggesting movement of the figure involved in early epidemic scenes.
In Aug 4 National League play, Philadelphia swept Cleveland 6 1 in the first game and 4 0 in the second, while Chicago defeated St Louis 8 6. Standings show Brooklyn leading with a strong record followed by Philadelphia and St Louis, with Cincinnati and Pittsburgh trailing.
Special Agent A D Thorp received orders from Washington to visit the old Umatilla Indian reservation and remove squatters if needed. The reservation, ceded to the government and largely patented, still has some undesirable land not sold, drawing complaints from regular settlers. The Astoria paper was sold to a new corporation with plans to improve and expand the publication. The Life reference notes a line about a woman’s death and character.
New York report says Kid Lavigne the ex lightweight champ denied joining the army or attempting to clean the police force in Battle Creek Michigan. He warns that someone has been impersonating him in town chatter and explains the false rumors.
Report from Kismes France states that several witnesses cited by ex Judge Meaurepaire to testify against Dreyfus have been examined by the court and all their evidence will be taken before the trial.
In Victoria, B C yesterday Seattle players posted solid results. Fiona defeated Holt 6 6 8 7 and Pelly beat Powell 2 6 6 4 6 4. Foulkes and Geward defeated Pelly and Campbell 6 2 6 2. Mrs Godfrey won singles, doubles matches including Molings and Mien Reilly, and Pelly/Mussel lost a mixed doubles set 6 4 4 2.
Isaac Hortel faces a renewed larceny charge of $32 after being charged by his father in law. Judge Cann ordered a refiled case and Hortel was arrested on a warrant issued by his wife alleging assault with a deadly weapon.
A stream of deeds records transfers including Jacob Ketchold to RC Culver for lot 10 block 38 Gilman Park July 3 price 230, Hubert Moran state to, Beattie tide lands, press of July 8 price 42 08. Chas Bo Ktaus to Everett Timber & Investment Co August 3 400. N P Railroad to George W. Noyce May 16 1892. Royce to Royce part s e sec 21 Sept 21 1897 450. John Erland to Matt Saari Monte Carlo mine August 3 804. Stafford Duncan to Jacob Fuson June 22 200. Arminda Pitner and Levi to Otto W Aura lots 12 to 2 block 2 Pitner’s Widow add July 24 180. Patent to Fremont Kelley June 22. Augusta Wentworth to Snoqualmie Power Co right of way August 3. State to W T Thaker July 2 92 74. Frank Abbet to Snoqualmie Power Co June 14 1. Sheriff to trustee Beattie Lodge No 1 K P July 24 698 75. Lynn Nichole and Alfred to Frank Po Mullen blocks 75 76 Boulevard Place add August 2. Executor of Wm Hathaworth to James Date Aug 1. KF Denechand to Geo List July 6 640.
The market opened on yesterday's prices with peaches rising due to scarcity and quality concerns. California grapes are small but command good prices. a schooner of halibut arrived, keeping prices steady as demand remains strong. Poultry and vegetables show mixed trends with oversupply in potatoes and firm watermelons. Prices for grain and livestock are listed by local dealers for delivery in Beattie and surrounding areas.
A listing of commodity prices from Washington markets includes salted hides, dry hides, and deer pelts with per pound rates. potatoes and fresh produce such as beets, carrots, tomatoes, and onions priced by sack or pack. Grocery staples feature butter, cheese, eggs, poultry, and dairy products, plus extensive jobbing prices for wheat, flour, corn meal, oats, coffee, and timber goods.
Special sale notice for fine note paper stored in boxes offered by Denny Coryell Co at 716 Latave. The item highlights boxed paper sets and availability for quick purchase.
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