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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1901
Page
2
The Seattle Star header lists publishing details, addresses in Seattle New York and Chicago, business and editorial phone numbers, pricing, and mail delivery notes. It notes one cent per copy and twenty five cents per month by mail or carrier with no free copies.
A reader urged to stop worrying and take a short vacation to restore health and spirits. The message encourages getting away from dull business, enjoying nature, and recharging with sunny days and fresh air.
In a forceful critique the author denounces the Seattle and Lake Washington Canal Co as an enemy of public interests. The piece argues the firm should be expelled and its access to the Lake Washington pumping plant refused. It condemns the company for delaying the canal, hindering an union railway depot, and profiting from a grant to charge high prices. The writer urges Seattle to retain control of its pump plant to avoid boosting the company’s leverage.
William Steffen, manager of the Madison Park pavilion, defies law by slipping a cheese sandwich between himself and police. He allegedly shields an unlicensed drinking operation as officers press the matter, drawing doubt about his apparent bravado and safety.
The Tacoma Ledger laments cultural neglect and urges support for local theater noting dissatisfaction with Henry Miller's performance. It contrasts Spokane tax disputes over horse values and jewelry with Seattle taxpayers, hinting at broad public finance concerns.
A fierce lightning storm struck near Maize station New Mexico killing over 200 sheep owned by J. D. Mn. The animals gathered under a large tree to shelter from the downpour and were felled by the bolt. Ongoing storms have disrupted eastbound trains along the Fe Pacific railway.
Local forecast notes fair conditions tonight with northerly winds. Batroche, photographer, 11 tt.
Saturday night dinner at the Golf club on Lake Washington featured a white and red decor. Guests included Chas. Strout of Philadelphia and Burrill of Tacoma. Mrs. Fred Stimson hosted a yachting party around the Sound with Harbaugh Gray Willie Stim son and E. B. Chinn. Upcoming events: Mrs J M Frink dancing party Tuesday, Mrs C L Denny tea Wednesday, Mrs F C Neufelder luncheon Thursday at Firloch club.
Former pastor of the First Presbyterian church in this city is reported to have been called to serve the First Presbyterian church of Great Falls Montana. Hutchison is currently in Great Falls and friends say he will likely stay there.
King County officials candy took the honors from Olympia in a Cageball game played Saturday at Athletic Park. The score was Sitol. King County nine's superior batting accounted for the win. After the game the losing team hosted a banquet at the Occidental hotel. A return game will be played in Olympia soon.
The Delaware Lackawanna & Western Coal Co faces the possible abandonment of its Jersey mine at Plymouth because a mountain side fire has raged for months. Firefighters, limited by the mine’s high position and connected lower mines, must work from the exterior and water fill will be required to reach the fire, risking losses equal to the Jersey mine’s value. The fire is expected to burn for years and may be left to burn out.
The Seattle Lacrosse team defeated Everett 6 to 2 at home as they prepare to host a potential tournament with leading Columbia teams. Everett, comprising former Canadian players, gave Seattle a strong run but could not stop the local squad. Lacrosse is gaining followers in Beattie with each game.
D Howell an eight year old colored boy suffered severe facial burns when a white boy Norman forced him to dance and poured a solution of acid lime and tar on his head. Doctors fear loss of sight in the left eye.
The battleships Lowe, Wisconsin, and Oregon have arrived at Port Orchard dry dock. The new fast steamship Athion departs from the Columbia Street dock at 6:00 and 9:55 a.m. or 1:15 and 4:40 p.m. for round trips. Fastest time and host service aboard plus on board orchestra.
Lost, strayed, maybe stolen notices request locating missing individuals including Lafayette Wilcox last known at a Beattie saw mill, Ed Marlow ex-liveryman of Butte, Mt, and A D Rutherford at Snoqualmie ranch. others seek spouses or relatives in Seattle, Santa Monica, Omaha, Detroit, and New Glasgow. Also public trips announce round trip children's rides and local services.
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