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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1899
Page
4
A farmer named Ned Ave Henry Matton, 47, living near the area, was murdered by Maurice Casey, another farmer, aged 22. After a feud lasting some time, Casey knocked Matton down and stomped him as he tried to rise, killing him instantly. Casey surrendered in town shortly after.
In Pekin a Japanese mission returns to Tokyo with little to show. The conservative party led by Ying Lu has swayed the empress dowager, while Prince Ching shows interest in an alliance with Japan yet faces strong opposition and uncertain ability to act.
W P Holt of the local police force was dismissed by Chief Reed after a disciplinary case alleging improper conduct and revealing private matters. Holt vows to take the issue to the civil service commission and claims to hold proof of actions by Officer Iverson and others. Iverson declined comment, citing the matter is with the chief.
Detectives from the state department of agriculture report findings likely to lead to arrests for cattle smuggling into Pennsylvania from Virginia via Maryland. State vet Dr Leonard Pearson has traced shipments through Chester County and expects decisive action soon against ringleaders.
The Chinese exclusion laws were reportedly applied to the Philippines by Gen. Otis without instruction from Washington. The state department and war department sought clarification as dispatches from Manila indicated the action. Officials noted the move likely stemmed from Otis exercising authority as governor general of the Philippines.
Tacoma Aug 20 Wren and Grough the railroad contractors building 63 miles of track for the Northern Pacific up the Clearwater expect completion by December 1 The line will reach four miles south of Stewart between the south and middle forks of the Clearwater Track layers have reached three miles below the north fork about seven miles from Croving A heavy rock cut lies nineteen miles from the mouth of the Potlatch laborers remain at work around the point the track lay is around the point and not hindering progress
Aug M-Tite reports Aguinaldo ordered retet generale to cove in and take Imus. Rebels surround the town while Americans fortify trenches and prepare for engagement amid unsettled fighting reports.
Two young boys Elmer Johnson and Part Littie sought careers as circus men visiting main shows and informing parents they would join the traveling troupe. Early morning trains prepared to depart and the boys were found dodging about the ear and placed in the city jail.
The Steamer City of Seattle returned to port today after a successful P I excursion by Seattle business leaders. Weather was fine, northern sights visited, including a White Pass railway trip to Bennett. Two large totem poles were bought by Seattle citizens and will be erected in Pioneer Square.
Amusements notice highlights Dan Godfrey’s Unitted Guards band set for Friday night and Saturday matinee at Seattle theater. The piece recalls prior triumphs in Boston and crowd pull at Park theater, with references to movement of concerts to Music hall and broad local praise for foreign bands. It also lauds Miss Pessie Shirley and her company following a strong reception at the Third Avenue theater, noting the cast including Vera Herbert played by Shirley and Mina Adelaide Laird.
Three people died and three were injured at Seabright No 1 last night after being run down by a New Jersey Southern railroad train. The deceased include Louise Terry 22 Charles Trip 7 and Creata Terry 13. Injured are Mia Chartes Trip her baby and Loulea Parr.
Marten de Rosco as Lord Jura headlines a chaotic Walter L Main circuses night. Critics note missing staff, bad seating, noisy takedown, and poor cake walk while predicting little future advertising. The Star pledges honesty and urges improvements.
A former Chicago undertaker was brought to Springfield from Lincoln on charges of stealing over 20 000 in valuables from Henry Williams. The alleged suspect Hret schn etner carried a small valise and the stolen items were discovered. The robbery occurred on Monday.
A lighthearted incident involving Lieut Hughes in Seattle and Tacoma reveals a prank at a recruiting office. While visiting a hotel veranda he found his Army uniform scattered, a staged display that hints at rival plots to mislead would be saboteurs and disrupt Aguinaldo’s insurgent movement.
Dan Conners superintendent of the Trout Creek mine at Index was badly injured in an explosion yesterday. He was brought to Seattle this morning and taken to Providence hospital for treatment.
Forecast for Beattie and vicinity calls for tonight and Thursday to be fair and warm with northerly winds. High pressure over Canada and low pressure over California support continued fair, moderately warm conditions. No precipitation reported except a trace at Salt Lake City and fog at Pureka.
Lieut Frank McNarney of the United States Army wed Lulu M. Winner of this city. McNarney, noted for his role in the Linares action, will serve in the Philippines with the Thirty sixth United States volunteer regiment where he holds a commission.
Washington reports say Secretary Root will not reverse Secretary Alger's commission approving the barber lines near Tacoma. Engineers' findings support the order, and Lamont urged the action, making reversal unlikely. Seattle is unlikely to be disturbed as a result.
In Seattle mining markets at the Fachandge today Seal Bay led gains with firming prices after yesterday’s lack of buyers. Several stocks showed declines or low interest, including Golden Tunnel which failed to attract buyers, while items like Colorado Gold and care and Deer Trail No 3 traded in small lots at fractions of yesterday’s levels.
Tramp assaults two young women in Tipton Indiana as Thomas Shields a Pittsburg glassblower is clubbed by Patrolman Maley and others while an angry crowd threats of lynching arise during the arrest and transfer to jail.
Washington dispatch reports a pension of ten dollars monthly awarded to Frank W Burns of Beat tle, enhancing veteran support programs and reflecting ongoing federal benefits distribution.
Delancey Ti Lewis died yesterday at 419 Spring Street of inflammatory rheumatism. City Engineer Thompson left yesterday for a three week trip to Pittsburg Pa. Cunningham named traveling passenger agent for Great Northern, succeeding J H Young. The steamer Faralion loaded freight and livestock for the north and awaited cargo at Everett. A cargo bound for the White Pass railroad waited at Vancouver B C. Utopia damaged propeller blade during Victoria run. Elihu Thomson arrived from Honolulu with freight. Retriever departed last Friday.
A fragment from The Female Observer reflects on criticism luck and human foibles. It satirizes social pretenses in relationships and daily life with wry lines about marriage jewelry privacy and idle talk. It also hints at sharp images like The Man With the Hoe and mirrors on conversation habits.
Bank clearances at the Seattle Clearing House totaled 224 725 dollars with balances of 43 765 06 dollars.
A city traveler describes finding a sleeping man on an apparently empty train seat and leaving it untouched while others approached. He suggests trying the method to secure a seat without disturbance.
A collection of satirical quips on talk, honesty, risk, and human folly. Bits compare excuses and behavior to cigars, tarred coats, and social rank, noting how tone and words reveal character. A Chicago entrepreneur plans a seven language training school for pugines.
Burglars entered the residence of Mrs. Bechel at 511 Westerday and took items valued at 40 dollars including a 90 dollar gold watch from a sleeping room. A lady's cape and dress goods worth 30 dollars were also stolen. Detective Wappenstein is investigating the case.
Pacific Coast Gold shares rose to 10¢ with 416 shares traded on a brisk market. Colorado Gold and Copper saw 5000 shares change hands at 1.00 per thousand, amid news of a rich strike lifting sentiment.
Paul J. Holminston, a former Seattle youth, was injured at a Giem Idaho mine when his right hand was caught in an ore crusher. His arm was torn from the socket and his shoulder bruised. condition improved to resting in hospital after the severe injury.
A fragment expressing paradoxes about labor and affection. It riffs on misfortune from past relationships and the misery of absence and reunion. The text satirically notes how those in unhappiness imagine past times when happiness seemed absent.
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