30 Aug 1901
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1901
Page
1
Washington reports speculating on Rear Admiral Sampson’s health during the Schley court of inquiry. Howison denies Boston paper claims against Schley and says he is ready to withdraw if the department deems it necessary.
In Phoenix on August 29 Collector of Customs Hoey, alleged principal in the Nogales Chinese smuggling scheme, was held for trial. One witness testified Hoey received money to permit a Chinaman to pass. More arrests are expected.
A historic bet of 250000 to 150000 was arranged on the America's Cup races. W F Mustin leads a Pittsburgh millionaire syndicate against Walter Kingsley of an English syndicate for the result of the event.
Reports from Quito indicate a large battle on the Ecuadorian border as revolutionists near the border and the Colombian government braces for broader action. Authorities warn a major clash is possible as tensions mount.
The president appointed William Hunt of Montana as governor of Porto Rico. Hunt has served as secretary of the island administration since civil rule began following the War with Spain.
News reports the arrest of an anarchist named J. in Debrecen for planning to assassinate Emperor Jones. Secret police guard letters found on the prisoner as authorities hint at further arrests, with details of the plot not released.
Officers arrested Joe Carter and his wife Florence after a fight at a waterfront saloon last evening. Mrs Carter was severely beaten. The disorderly conduct charge against Carter is preliminary and not yet decided. Carter has prior convictions and police scrutiny remains high. The incident follows ongoing police attention in the area.
The Pall Mall Gazette reports Marquis of Salisbury will stay as prime minister until after King Edward’s coronation. Arthur Balfour, per a Balfour paper, is likely to succeed Salisbury.
Chief Cook of the fire department reports the past month set a record for alarms, though damages amount to about 5000 dollars. The surge is blamed on brush fires near the city outskirts, with quick runs saving losses. He praises Beattie’s fire protection and warns about unsafe streets in the wholesale district below Yesterway.
A blaze at Beat on and McLaughlin furniture store in Ballard destroyed most of the stock and rear sections after children played with rubbish. Firefighters extended hoses 2400 feet and connected to the Stimson mill to subdue the flames. Losses total about 4000 with 1500 building damage. only half insured. Father of the children aided in saving household goods upstairs.
President Shaffer met today with Milwaukee strikers to seek ruling on a contract violation with United States Steel Co. The outcome may prompt Western strikers to rescind action, risking a split in the Amalgamated.
Citizens of Eighteenth Avenue protest plans to build a street on the east side of Bellevue Avenue and Fifteenth Avenue North. They also oppose Belmont Avenue North curb and planking on Madison Street from Ninth Avenue to Terry Avenue as part of the same board agenda.
Gov. Rogers and family stop at the Rainier Grand as the governor joins the Woodmen celebration. The trip includes participation in a public event and a noted civic gathering.
London August 20 The Central News Pretoria correspondent estimates that from January to July the Boer forces were reduced by about 12 000 with 1 200 killed 1 600 wounded and 00 captured during the period indicating a steady attrition in the conflict.
James Hughes, accused in a parade salc case, appeared before Judge Bell this morning for a possible guilty plea to manslaughter. He remained undecided on accepting the offer and was granted more time to consider his position.
Vice President Roosevelt lands in BPRINGSPIELD to review cavalry troops and gauge a political alliance with Governor Yates for the Republican ticket. A dinner at Cam Lincoln tonight, with 100 invitations from Illinois leaders, aims to launch Roosevelt’s 1904 bid.
In London officials fear Russia and France are weakening Turkey by pinpricks as cabinet anxiety over the South African war grows. Forty two semi weekly proclamations indicate readiness amid suspected Russian designs in the Transvaal.
A large Western vaudeville combination was created in Cincinnati last night with capital stock around 6 million dollars. The group includes the Columbia theater in Cincinnati the Grand Opera house in Indianapolis the Columbia in St. Louis the Olympic Haymarket and Chicago venues and Orpheum theaters in Kansas City New Orleans Omaha Los Angeles and San Francisco.
A Northern Central accommodation train derailed near Fairville ten miles north of Newark last night. Four people were killed and 37 injured, with two more likely fatally harmed as steam pipes burst and scalding water drenched cars. In Newark four died and four were dying or badly hurt, including Mrs. J Ford and Miss Anna Kane, raising the toll to seven.
Four youths Cecil Butta Carl Wapp Frank Gatt and Henry Norton appeared in Judge George's courtroom after prior residences were robbed Detective Frank Kennedy halted the spree Their parents and friends filled the gallery as the boys faced Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Griffith The youths were placed on parole and a large portion of the stolen 450 dollars from the Carwile residence at Twenty sixth Avenue and Irving Street was recovered totaling 249 dollars
Health Officer Carroll inspected Interbay amid citizen complaints about fumes from Beattie Smelting and Refining Co. He found no fumes during the visit and was told conditions had been calmer as the plant was not at full force. He urged reporting if trouble returns and promised swift action if a nuisance.
The state case against W J Owens manager of Cudahy Packing Co for adulterated food has been continued one week. County commissioners opened bids for the county farm with six bidders. William Engles submitted the highest bid at 21 per acre per year, though no bid has been accepted yet.
Jonn L. Case filed divorce proceedings in the superior court today against Barah A. Cane on the ground of abandonment. The couple were married in Central, Pennsylvania, in April 1879.
Geo B Blanchard of Seattle Tacoma inter urban line reports brighter prospects for early completion. He cites near finish of grading by November 1 from Kent to Auburn and between Black River and the Duwamish. One fourth fencing on the reservation and 286 teams with 680 men at work. rails expected and line to operate by February 1.
Council street committee favored an ordinance evening for a sewer on Highland Drive from seventh avenue west to Second avenue north. No action on the Sixth avenue west and Willard place grade petition. petitioners to appear next meeting. A street opening from Third and Fike to Westlake avenue was deemed too indefinite and will be studied. A survey to determine condemned property and cost was recommended before reporting.
The Chinese minister to Germany departed Berlin abruptly without a farewell audience with the emperor. It is believed he will not return, with the emperor's demands over the Bar on Von Ketteler murder case cited as the cause of the sudden departure.
The Nome City departed for Nome and Teller this afternoon carrying a full cargo of general merchandise and passengers mainly women traveling north to join their husbands. The vessel will run another round and expects to be available to carry back part of the traffic when the fall exodus from that country begins.
The secretary of the board of public works ordered Andrew Jackson, superintendent of the Central Street Railway Co, to repair First Avenue South where lines run. The street is said to be in dangerous condition. If not done at once, the city will repair at the company expense. It is reported Seattle Electric Co recently purchased the line, but no transfer announced.
The committee charged with decorating the Armory for the Western Central Labor Union ball will begin work tomorrow morning. They plan unusually artistic decorations and will spare no reasonable expense. Nearly all of the 42 unions in the order will supply banners for the event.
City businesses will close for Labor Day with wholesale houses mostly shut all day. Few stores will close at noon. butchers bakers grocers and barbers must serve before 12. The parade begins at 12 20 pm. Post office services run 9 to 10 am only with one morning business district delivery.
Thos Steele, the alleged newsparer man, surrendered to police and has been released. His odd statement about forged checks is believed to stem from intoxication.
The body of Mrs. Sarah A. Ober was received by Bonney & Stewart from Fort Flagler this afternoon. It will lie in view at the private undertaking parlors until 5 o'clock this evening and will then be shipped to Beverley, Massachusetts for interment.
Constable Mike Kelly arrested A. W. Yeoman today on a warrant sworn by Chase Pascall charging assault and battery. Both men work as cooks at the Rainier Grant hotel and the incident followed a dispute yesterday. Yeoman is to face Judge Cann this afternoon.
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