02 Dec 1905
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1905
Page
1
A massive blast at Kemmerer Coal Coke Co Mine No 1 in Diamondville Wyoming leaves 21 dead and 83 entombed as fire and gas hinder rescue efforts. Surface crews suffer injuries while families plead for swift rescue and confirmation of victims.
Stephen Connell of the Secret Service spent most of today inspecting George Edward Adams home at 527 Harvard. He likely searched for incriminating documents and hidden gold dust, trying to avoid public disclosure. Adams’s wife nursed their baby as investigators turned over furniture. Concurrently I B Knickerbocker, Auburn banker and attorney, seeks appointment as city chief, meeting with Sheriff Smith and Republican committee members amid talk of Senators Piles Ankeny and lawmakers Cushman and Humphreys knowing of his candidacy.
Attorney Frank B Sayre argues habeas corpus aims to secure immediate relief for the accused and criticizes the clerk for demanding $75 monthly in fees before issuing writs. Judge Griffin approves high court appeal if needed. Aronson and Torres released as insufficient evidence found. Prosecutor Mackintosh plans a written ruling and continues $4 writ filing fees.
Maud Canter wins a superior court order directing Joseph Canter to produce Stephen Frederick Canter for contempt of court. Custody had been hers since the divorce, with visitation allowed. The child was seized in November while at school, and no trace has been found. In Vienna dispatch Poland’s three revolutionary parties warn Poles to refuse taxes under death penalty, and Russia reports widespread arson of schools and expulsion of teachers along with burning books showing the czar.
Charles H Bamberg files a lien on the Adame property in Pontius Supplemental addition Seattle for 16. Interested parties include Mre Adama A KE King and the United States government. Other mechanics’ liens have also been filed.
Trustees for Mrs. Adame proposed by B C Hughes Kenneth Mackin Tosh Henry McClure and Walter Fulton aim to protect her rights and provide legal aid. A government trustee may be appointed once approved by Mrs. Adame and the government and will manage Adame property until settlements. The case rests with the Department of Justice in Washington and no trustee has yet been named.
Al Fred Colin, 14, of 816 Eighth promised to return from the theater but did not. Police search the city at his mother's request. He vanished last Thursday night from his home area near a mattress factory. he did not inform his employer of plans to leave town.
President appoints William C Bristol to replace Francis Heney as U S district attorney for Oregon. Also names Benjamin Leddy to fill Tillamook land office registrar post, James M Lawrence as Roseburg receiver of public moneys, and confirms council action on widening 4th Avenue by nine feet each side.
New York December 2 Depew denies reports that he has resigned from the senate calling such talk absurd and declares he never contemplated leaving his seat.
A fast express struck a construction crew in a tunnel at Jersey City killing three rail workers and leaving one dying and two seriously hurt. The incident occurred as the Brie train passed through the site today.
Judge N W Battle and local legal minds back sweeping patent medicines from Washington shelves. Frank H Renick says a prohibition measure will be introduced next session, despite opposition from well funded patent medicine interests. Citizens urged to pressure lawmakers to pass a unifying prohibition on sale and manufacture.
In West Seattle a councilman W L Davis drew a pistol at a crowd after an annexation debate at Conn al church pulpit. The incident occurred amid tense exchanges between annexation and anti annexation supporters. Mayor Nickel accused the taxpayers party of raising 2 from Seattle corporations and promised to name the solicitors later.
Police pursue a suspected premeditated attack on Pred Gagnon, a hotel guest found in bed soaked in blood in room 4 at the Seneca hotel. Investigators trace a mysterious man named Bell and a possible female accomplice, with money and travel papers linking to Alaska and Minnesota.
A heated election debate in West Seattle features annexation advocates led by Samuel Coles and Thomas MacMahon versus opponents including Mayor George B. Nickel. Speakers are limited to one minute each as both sides plan mass meetings and invite women to attend. Brass bands will boost turnout at final pre election events.
Orville McAllister a 14 year old Georgetown boy was awarded 1500 in a suit against Seattle Brewing and Malting company for lost toes. The suit sought 1990.99 but was limited by law for foreign corporations. The boy stated he has 6000 worth of toes left but will not sell them. The amputation was painful and the company was incorporated under a different state’s laws.
Mathew Fisk a sawyer at the Grimes sawmill in Ballard lost his right thumb and four fingers this morning when his hand was caught in a band saw. He was attended by Dr. Priema. Fisk lives in Ballard with his wife and seven children.
Light turnout today keeps Hughes and Shorrock in easy lead while observers expect a late surge when evening voters arrive. With 8 844 registered, socialists and German societies plans to mobilize, and Charles Osner anticipated to draw votes.
Chief Delaney warns of a violent escapee Nick Koskie age 34, 5 feet 4 inches, 160 pounds, dark hair, smooth shaven. He fled from the asye lum at Steilacoom and is believed to frequent saloons where Finnish laborers gather. Authorities urge immediate pickup.
The board of works awarded Barber Asphalt Company the contract for the Third Avenue project after five bids were opened. Barber’s bid of 107567.90 undercuts the next lowest by 6 and is seen as a decisive low bid.
New York dispatch reports that communication with St Petersburg is interrupted with very few messages passing overnight. The Nys Libau cables remain functioning.
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