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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1899

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Dispute Over Bordereau Marks Dreyfus Court Session

In Rennes the fourth week of the Dreyfus court martial opened with handwriting experts debunking Bertillon and arguing Esterhazy wrote the bordereau. Charavay and Pelletier shifted opinions to Esterhazy, while Collard cited New York authorities. A court adjournment interrupted testimony. Col Jouaust said Paty de Clam would be examined and De Freycinet would testify tomorrow.

Rennes Dreyfus Eaterhaay Bertillon M. Javal Bertilione Bernard Bertilion Jonast Hermion M. Teyssamere Beterhaay Charavoy Enterhaszy Esterhazy Tria Pelletier Charavay Bordereau M. Coward Bsterhazy Demangy Collard Carval New York Jouaust Paty de Clam Paris de Freycinet Dupuy

Sugar Trust Faces Price Cut Fallout In Sugar War

The American Sugar Refining company cut refined sugar to five and a quarter cents per pound for immediate delivery in a bid to undercut independent refineries Arbuckle Desecher and Mollenhauer. Chicago wholesalers visiting New York spurred the move, offsetting prior price protection and triggering a $600,000 refund obligation for barrels sold under the guarantee.

New York Trust Independent

Case of Erickson vs United States over Grays Harbor Light contract

In the case of Chas J Erickson versus the United States the answer to the petition was filed by District Attorney Gay and Charlies EB Clay pool. The plaintiffs contracted to build the Grays Harbor Light station and time expired, requiring forfeiture. Erickson blames government negligence for delays, which the answer denies. Damages claimed total 4734 dollars.

Chas J. Erickson Ve United States Gay Charlies EB. Clay Pool Grays Harbor Erickson

Statue Arch Model Turma Dies After Waking

Turma who modeled the Paul Jones statue for the Dewey triumphal arch in New York died suddenly yesterday. The Verona native was about six years old and had just risen from bed when he staggered across the room and died within minutes.

New York Turma Paul Jones Verona

Mosquito Found in West Africa Expedition

Major Ross reports to Prof. Jones that the malaria mosquito has been located in Sierra Leone. He requests immediate government dispatch of men to assist the Liverpool School of Tropical Diseases in ongoing research.

London Major Ross Liverpool School of Tropical Diseases Bierra Leone Jones

Robbery attempt arrest of three men in tendertoin district

Joseph Thompson John Courtney and Thomas Dyer were arrested by Officer McDonald for an attempted robbery of Patrick Fitzgerald at a Railroad avenue saloon near Main street. Fitzgerald was taken inside the saloon and restrained as the other men rifled his pockets. The suspects were jailed and Fitzgerald kept as a witness. the case topics for Judge Cann today.

Joseph Thompson John Courtney Thomas Dyer Tendertoin McDonald Patrick Fitzgerald Lowyer Fitzgerald Railroad Avenue Main Street

Seattle Mining Exchange Circular Seeks Seats by September

The Seattle Mining and Stock Exchange issues a circular allowing until September for mining men to secure seats in the exchange. Remodeling work progresses. once completed the quarters will be comfortable and commodious. The gallery remains, with seats added to accommodate spectators.

Seattle Mining & Stock Exchange

Libel suit over voyage wages on ship Valencia

John Garrety, claiming full voyage wages as ship's carpenter, sues in federal court after being discharged early from the Valencia. Defense cites drunken conduct and altercation with the officer. Garrety seeks Seattle to San Francisco expenses. Judge Hanford awards no wages but half the clothing and tools returned.

John Garrety Valencia Seattle San Francoisco Garretty Beattie Hanford

Plague Spreads With New Cases in Portugal Towns

Advices received today report two new plague cases at Oporto and two canes at Barcellos Portugal a town nine miles west of Braga. The dispatch notes the spread within the region and concerns officials about further outbreaks.

Oporto Barcellos Portugal Braga

The Fish That Caught the Fisherman

A party of young women on an outing saved John Dunkel after he fell from his boat while fishing at Schwenk's dam near Boyerstown. Dunkel, a nearly 300 pound man, could not swim and drifted toward deeper water before the rescuers threw him a rope and hauled him ashore in an almost unconscious state.

Pottstown John Dunkel Schwenk’s Boyerstown Dunkel Buffalo B

Port Rico Destitution Crisis Cables Urgent Aid Need

Washington reports Gen. Davie cable says destitution in Porto Rico will last until new property can be raised. He cites food as most pressing need and values relief at a million and a half dollars. Clothing and medicine also required.

Washington, D. C Davie War Department Porto Rico

Gasetta Venice Attacks Bishops At Latin American Conclave

The Gasetta Venesta accuses bishops attending a Latin American conclave of immorality claiming many keep mistresses. It offers to publish the offenders' names and urges the Pope to act in the case.

Venice Aug Gasetta Venesta

Maui railway quits Western Passenger Association

The Maui railway notified its intention to withdraw from the Western Passenger Association citing nonmember road attitudes as the reason. The move surprised general passenger agents at a Chicago meeting and may disrupt union operations. The St. Paul withdrawal could further destabilize the association's coordination.

Chicago Ava

Train collision injures Tacoma crew near Ellensburg

A Northern Pacific passenger train leaving Tacoma at 6 PM collided with a freight near Ellensburg last night. Baggage car and several freight cars were smashed. Engineer Hurke of Tacoma suffered a broken arm and Fireman Dossett of Tacoma was bruised on head and shoulders.

Tacoma

Beattie Area Forecast Tonight and Tuesday

Local forecast for Beattie and vicinity calls for fair skies tonight and Tuesday with northerly winds and warmer temperatures. No rain is reported for the past several hours, except 6.01 inches at Howeburg.

Beattie Howeburg. Or

Seattle Milkmen Form a Combine to Advance Prices

A milk trust appears forming in Seattle with most large dairies joining to raise prices on September 1. Vendors say they must raise prices or close, with current three gallon cans at 35 cents rising to 40 or more, and retail tickets set to drop from 20 to 17 or 18 for a dollar. One dairy reportedly refuses to join.

Seattle Beattie Jain Iy

Guerin Siege: Police Fearing Attack in Paris

In Paris a siege at Guerin s stronghold continues as supporters appear at windows. Police and military rounds are tightened to prevent provisions reaching the besieged area. Officials fear an armed breakout could trigger wider anti government unrest.

Paris Guerin Emiter Prevent

United Artisans Form Seattle Fraternal Insurance Group

A Seattle based fraternal insurance company named the Seattle Assembly United Artisans has organized. Officers include Master Artisan Emily Callahan superintendent Lillie J. Frankland secretary D. H. Sickels inspector Ollie H. Wells treasurer Lauren F. Dudley senior conductor Margaret A. Houghton conductor Maggie A. Houghton ganist Alice W. Hathaway junior conductor Annie C. Corcoran. The group has 20 members and will hold weekly meetings.

Seattle Seattle Assembly United Artisans Emily Callahan Lillie J. Frankland D. H. Sickels Ollie H. Wells Lauren F. Dudley Margaret A. Houghton Maggie A. Houghton Alice W. Hathaway Annie C. Corcoran

British crown counsel optimistic on Venezuelan tribunal case

British crown counsel are optimistic about the Venezuelan tribunal proceedings. Venezuelan advocates are praised for their brilliancy in a weak cause, though Soley of England accuses overstatement and misrepresentation of Sir Richard Webster. Arguments expected to end early in September.

Paris Soley Richard Webster

Asher's New March The Washington Volunteers

Sol Asher unveiled a new march titled The Washington Volunteers at Madison Park yesterday afternoon. The piece drew repeated applause and has strong crowd appeal due to its tuneful, well crafted variations and lively tempo.

Sol Asher Washington Volunteers Madison Park

Jeffries Sharkey Fight Planned for Worlds Title at Coney Island

The Jeffries Sharkey bout for the world championship is slated for October at the Coney Island Acqu Club. Bids will open for formality, but wagers favor Jeffries at seven to five.

New York Jeffries-Sharkey Agtt Coney Island

Altgeld Pushes Fusion in Democratic 1900 Plans

Chicago August article reports John P Altgeld advocating a continued triple alliance of Democrats Populists and Silver Republicans to back the Chicago platform in 1900. He favors recognizing Populists and Silver Republicans in some state tickets while Stone resists fusion and seeks a fully Democratic party.

Chicago Aug. T John P. Altgeld William J. Stone Missouri Altgeld Altgeld Ts Iowa Democratic National Committee Btone Teller Allen Ways and Means Silver Republicans Popullars

Hancock Announces Retirement as Iowa GOP Chairman

Dubuque Iowa August Hancock chairman of the Republican state central committee of Iowa says he cannot seek another year as chairman due to heavy business commitments. He notes his duties would impose a serious hardship and prevent proper attention.

Dubuque Iowa C. T Hanccock Republican Estate Central Committee of Hancock

May Regret Treachery in Philippines Policy Drift

Washington reports show treachery by natives placed in positions by Americana leading to warnings at the war department. Officials doubt loyalty among natives and push for more troops. Secretary Hoot accepts the situation as proof for tougher policy and less leniency.

Washington, D. C Philippines Americana War Department Hoot

Conference Nearing to Limit Kentucky Whisky Production

Louisville report says independent distillers planner committee has nearly finished arrangements for a trust conference in New York to limit Kentucky whisky output. Next week activity is certain, date not learned. Angelo Meyers, general manager of the Kentucky combine, has been in Cincinnati this week coordinating plans.

Louisville Independent Distillers’ Committee New York Angelo Meyers Kentucky Combine Cincinnati

Wetmore divorce suit filed in Seattle court

Eva R Wetmore sues Frank Wetmore for divorce in superior court claiming cruelty. They wed in Seattle March 4 1898. She seeks custody of Frank 8 and Georgie C 3, 50 temporary alimony, 200 attorney fees, 100 salt money, and 2000 alimony upon grant of divorce.

Eva R. Wetmore Frank Wetmore Superior Court Seattle

Elevator line sale shifts control to Minneapolis firm

La crosse Wisconsin August 28 The National Elevator Company and 8 Y Hyde of this city as principal owners have sold the line of forty two elevators along the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Great Northern railways to the Van Dusen Harrington Co of Minneapolis H J O Neil of Chicago is also interested The line will be managed from Minneapolis.

Lacrosse Wis National Elevator Company 8. Y. Hyde Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Great Northern Railways van Dusen Harrington Co Minneapolia H. J. O'Neil Chicairo

Illinois Mayor Arrested on Perjury Charge

Quincy Aug 28 Frederick Watts mayor of Golden Til was arrested on a state warrant charging perjury He had signed a bond recently and allegedly swore he owned real estate when he owned none The arrest followed the bond signing in Golden Til authorities said.

Quincy, Til Frederick Watts Golden, Til

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