Committee hostile to waterway scheme blocks petition
Governor Semple faced a hostile committee as the petition for a south canal project faced rejection. Chair Mullen favored rejection unless conditions, notably more bridges across the ditch, were added. The petition was referred to City Engineer Thomson and Engineer Blackwell to propose acceptable terms before a formal hearing on the merits.
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Mullen
Seaple
Big Ditch
Thomson
Blackwell
Waterway Company
Semple
Canal plan sparks debate over completion and motives
Chamber of Commerce leaders clash as proposed plan to sluice a small initial ditch is praised, while critics argue the dig would mainly drain and fill vast flats for private gain. Officials say temporary holes could lead to broader digging with council approval, raising concerns about long term canal completion.
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Chamber of Commerce
Roadway proposal linked to Bay dredging plan considered
At a council meeting concerns were raised that further dredging in Heacon bay is unnecessary since all feasible material has already been removed. A proposed cut and street dedications would create a new route from the city center to the Rainier valley, offering the nearest access beyond Jackson street. Attorney Gilman of the Great Northern attended but offered no comment.
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Rainier Valley
Jackson Street
Gilman
The
Great Northern
Dr J Hunter Welle Lectures on Korea in Seattle
Dr J Hunter Welle and family are en route to Pingyang Korea after eight years there and a year back in the United States. He spoke at the First Presbyterian church on What Seattle Has Done for Korea detailing improvements and aid.
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J. Hunter Welle
Pingyang
Korea
United Taten
Ford arrested over bad checks on Washington Street
Ford drank heavily on Washington Street and tried to pass several worthless checks. Patrolmen Roesler and Chipman arrested him, but friends soon clarified the case and he was released. Advertisements follow.
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Ford
Washington Street
Roesler
Chipman
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