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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1901
Page
3
Three dozen East machinists reach San Francisco as pickets confront them at the ferry. A severe beating occurs amid police efforts, and several workers are kidnapped. Hunter's Point dry dock employees tally seventy five resignations as committees from ship owners and county supervisors seek peace.
Panama Washington August 27 The Isthmian canal commission report is nearly finished but unlikely to reach the president before September 1. Officials say the delay stems from期待 a stronger bid from the French company controlling the Panama canal.
Walker, about 13, left home yesterday to fish at Lake Union and has not returned. His sister Mies EF Hattery reported him missing this morning. search parties are out but no trace yet. Last seen wearing a brown suit, black hat, and pink shirt. dark complexion and eyes.
Prosecuting Attorney Fulton and Judge Bell signed an order this morning to permit revealing the records. The affidavit lists Wm Alden Seaton with the middle name spelled Alvan, identifying the South Park murderer.
Herman Krahn, an employee at the Stetson-Post mill, was badly hurt at noon when a board fell from an edger and struck him in the chest. He was taken to Providence hospital in an unconscious condition.
The United States deputy attorney moved to dismiss the case against J. B. Harrison from Spokane who faced charges of selling liquor to Indians. Trials ended in juries disagreeing after the Indian buyer was killed, hindering conclusive evidence. Separately, U S Attorney Gay filed for condemnation of Port Townsend lots and land for Fort Worden defenses and military barracks.
Leander C Cushman and Stephen F Hogadorn sue the H F Kaske Thumber Co of Rear Snoqualmie for injuries suffered while employed, seeking 4000 and 7000 dollars respectively. The suits were filed yesterday in the courts.
Miss Sarah Bishop and Mrs May Lehner sisters to Mrs C L Grant wife of Jallor Grant left last evening for Columbus Ohio after several weeks visiting in Seattle.
This morning Tucker was appointed jury commissioner pro tem to replace Dr. Charlies Munday, who will be away from the city for several weeks.
The Czarina cleared from San Francisco for Seattle yesterday and is due here on Thursday. Her cargo includes general merchandise and cement with Capt. Caine listed as the Seattle agent.
Miss Mabel Seagrave and Miss Florence Denny depart for Wallsiey College tomorrow to commence studies. Seagrave led her high school basketball team as captain and was noted for her prominent class standing.
Labor Commissioner Grout urges workers to travel to North Yakima for hop picking. Take the 7:45 a.m. train from Seattle on Sept 10 or 12. Round trip tickets cost 6.50, available at the Free Employment Bureau in City Hall. Children under 12 pay 4.90. Tickets valid for return until 6 oclock. Many pickers needed.
Roy and J Harriott proprietors of the blind pig at Two M Park will be tried before Judge George late this afternoon for liquor without a license.
Mrs. Chas Webber of Maynard avenue and Jackson Street reports her 12 year old son missing since last evening. The boy was barefoot when last seen and no description or home given. Frank Olewen arrested by Officer McDonald for disorderly conduct.
Judge Orange Jacobs informed police this afternoon he received a solid gold medal from his jurors. The medal bears Chief Seattle’s head, an eagle, and the year 1882 on the obverse, with his name engraved on the reverse.
Guests include Judge Carrot Graves of Ellensburg Rev Dr Duntop of Nanimo B C Wm Haspeler of Winnipeg and J Noyes owner of the Rainier Grand. Also J A Humbred A Tingling Leopold Schmidt Dr J F Cunningham and others from Olympia Spokane San Francisco Juneau and Fort Worden.
Chicago police seized letters and documents detailing a traveling clearing house that coordinates confidence men across major cities. The packet describes a nationwide network using a wild west show as cover and notes July schedules used to track movements and maintain contact with leaders.
The Metal Trades association approved a new work schedule to begin in September, totaling fifty six hours weekly. Employees would work ten hours daily for five days and five hours on Saturday, with Saturday afternoon reserved for machinery repairs. The plan is not tied to the ongoing strike, and machinists representatives would not comment yet. A union member noted the practice had effectively existed for three years, with little Saturday work recently.
Chicago August 17 That hymn about being nothing drew criticism from Dr E Benjamin Andrews of the University of Nebraska. He argued hymns should express a Christian praise of personality in the likeness of God rather than humility that echoes Buddhist and atheistic sentiments.
Four youths aged 16 to 18 appeared in the police court this morning after arrest as vagrants by Officer Bevan. They claimed dead mothers and deserted fathers, said they would leave town if released, and admitted past shined shoe work in New York Chicago and St Paul. Judge George offered 20 days or exile. A few cents and grease stained playing cards were found on them.
The Bonita of Pacific Coast Co. arrives in port tomorrow with 490 tons of dynamite and blasting powder plus general merchandise. The cargo will be shipped north by the Al-Ki, which will call at Ketchikan Mary Island Douglas Island Juneau and Skagway on its powder run. The Al-Ki travels without passengers and aims to reach Alaska before rough weather sets in.
Mr. W. H. Godwin and Minas Jensie Bryan were married this afternoon by Rev. John Damon at his residence 9109 Fifth avenue. The ceremony took place at the officiant residence and completed the union.
Secretary Metkie of the chamber of commerce prepared daily tables of maximum and minimum temperature and rainfall for Seattle in 1900. The data, to be in a pamphlet for the Pan American Exposition, show the hottest day at 80 degrees and the coldest at 71 degrees on November 21.
Officer Kelly arrested John Kelly and John Stuart in Seattle after an alleged stint at the Elke carnival in Tacoma. The two men are described as suspicious characters and face police action following the stop.
Schwab Philadelphia reports Charlies Schwab assuming private ownership of Hebiechem Steel Co. The move, echoed from a circulating report, could mean his retirement from the steel trust and pave the way for settlement of the ongoing strike.
During a performance of A Trip to Cuba at the Auditorium theater in Spokane last night actor Wm. Harris stepped near a cage of lions used in a vaudeville act. A lion from the cage sank claws into Harris tearing a four inch scalp wound and scratches. Harris freed himself and curtain was rung down. He was treated and the show continued.
In Dawson on August 14 the Cummings Block Company plans to open the first legitimate theater in the Klondike tomorrow, with 19 performers aboard the steamer White Horse. The show will run eight weeks and feature The Man From Mexico, with no liquor license required. Meadows arrived with the troupe, promising two weekly changing bills and no need for alcohol profits.
Cigar stand owner HM H Craven reports entry and theft of a large quantity of cigars and tobaccos from 823 Second Avenue. Detective Sam Corbett investigates, finding entry through the front door overnight. No clues yet to the thief.
Asphalt is being laid on Minor avenue today and two blocks from Broadway to Cherry may be finished by night. The concrete gang is at work on Jefferson street as all departments of the big contract project progress rapidly.
City Librarian Smith said he hoped the new reference room would be completed in time for occupancy next week.
The stirring patriotic play Dewey the Hero of Manila continues this week at the Third Avenue theater with a Saturday matinee. Phyllis Mann and Hensie Kuepferle are two of the young performers aiding Prof. Willon's Juvenile Minstrels in a production featuring about one hundred children at the Grand Opera house on September 6 7 and 8.
Coroner C K Hoy e held an inquest on Wm Murphy who died at Providence hospital from a groin kick suffered during a Sunday fight in the Board of Trade saloon on Second Avenue South near Washington. James Hughes, the accused, is in county jail awaiting trial for murder.
Superior court officials criticize the new jury law noting it requires chasing jurors as a long roster drawn from 500 homes caused delays. Last night deputies spent hours locating enough jurors for the Beattie and Tacoma Inter-Urban condemnation hearings after names from remote areas were drawn. The old system allowed easier, quicker impaneling with jurors available near the courthouse.
An Alpine season in Tacoma reports Mount Rainier's summit remains sealed by Gibraltar bulwark. Guides note the impassable face and multiple ascent attempts have failed to pass the two thousand foot basalt barrier between the Cleavers and surrounding snow fields.
The Camera club sails from Seattle aboard the Athlon visiting Port Madison Agate Pass and Olympia with plans to photograph upper Bound country ships and sound views. The club, with 250 members, promotes photography and art and names officers including B. Crane president F. Holmen vice president H. Wilder secretary J. Marina treasurer and Miss Appleton secretary.
T J McDonald of 1611 Metrone avenue asks police help locating J M Patti son last seen days ago. McDonald anxious as search continues. New bath houses Madrona Villa.
Local fruit arrives in Wenatchee and Yakima markets with prices steady. Canteloupes rise to 1.00 per box, cantaloupes and peaches cited. strawberries sold at 5 each. Green fruit and provisions quotes list lemons 4.00 5.00 a box, potatoes 24.00 16.00 per ton, butter 19 14c, cheese 12c, eggs 22c, poultry and hogs priced per standard ton or pound, with various regional dairy and meat prices noted.
Mme Pederson, famed across Europe and America, claims to foretell futures, settle family troubles, and locate lost property. She cites Kitty Ging’s fate linked to Harry Hayward of Minneapolis and invites public sessions with reasonable charges. Open Sundays 9 am to 8 pm. Room 12, Grand Pacific Hotel, 1115 First Avenue.
Washburne Investors Co sells New York bicycles through its stock issue to raise capital for expansion. The transaction includes multiple models priced for urban and touring use and targets regional dealers in Brooklyn and Queens.
Nome City delays due to late external freight non arrival. Shipments expected tomorrow. One final round trip to Notre planned, leaving on the last trip around September 70. Fleet operations and port traffic at Gretober expected to resolve the delay.
Labor Commissioner Grant estimates the free employment office will provide as many jobs this month as any prior period, possibly exceeding all historical months. The note mentions subscribing to the Beattie Daily Star.
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