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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1901
Page
1
Congress debates a bill drafted by the Treasury Department to curb Chinese entry. The measure imposes fines up to 1000 dollars and possible seizure of vessels for violations, restricting Chinese travelers, merchants, officials, and students.
Upper Yukon residents plan early shipments to ensure delivery before December 25. Postmaster Stewart orders more clerks and assistance as holiday consignments rise. city folks and Alaskan households alike send gifts to friends and relatives, with Uncle Sam handling large cargo during peak season.
The Santa Anna under Captain C. PF. Etrand is tied at Artineton awaiting departure for Seattle carrying tons fretted cargo and 106,09 feet of lumber. The vessel’s lines are set and the crew plans to sail this afternoon.
In Andalusia Alabama on December 6 a posse and sheriff used bloodhounds to chase twenty-two Black men jailed in the town. A mob feared, guards posted after a suspected thief was killed and a white man wounded. One victim Dorsey, a prominent Opp merchant and council member, among the dead.
Non union workers load the schooner James A Garfield at Hoquiam as she returns from San Francisco. When unloading began, many Bangahore men who had been tied to unions refused to comply after a union demand led to their discharge. Union men protested as they left the vessel and were paid for their wagon. The union seeks the captain’s dismissal.
Marian Littlejohn and his wife mourn the death of their infant son at 82 North? Western Avenue as authorities investigate. The child, reported to sleep on his stomach, was found dead in his cradle after the parents finished breakfast. The Littlejohns, long time Olympia residents, work at local stables and are described as pioneering locals.
Gus Johnson a Bothell farmer was found with a shotgun wound in the abdomen by his wife and adopted daughter and died shortly after. It is unclear whether the death was accidental or self inflicted. Johnson was well known and reasonably wealthy. funeral set for Sunday.
Pollard Steamship Co has secured a four month contract to move 1600 tons of ore monthly from California Sampling Works in San Francisco to the Everett smelter. Ore shipments come mainly from California with portions from Nevada Mexico and New Mexico. The four Pollard Line vessels Rainier Coronado Newburg and Meices will handle the work.
The federal grand jury indicted Will A. Deeds for sending an obscene letter with an unlawful enclosure. The plot involved his wife, a second woman, and an estranged affair, with Deeds planning to mail the letter to a railway official in Oklahoma to harm another man. The case arose from his discontent after discovering a lover had left him in Beattie and Seattle court action loomed. Penne Ceti works in a First Avenue store.
Councilman John Ta introduces a resolution to place a city charter amendment before voters abolishing civil service in all departments except police and fire. Debate focuses on whether Captain Taylor’s plan will pass as committee of the whole prepares to review the measure amid strong opposition and behind the scenes lobbying.
A drunken man, James Flanagan, nearly drowned in a four inch pool of water on Main Street in the tenderloin. Police officer McClurg found him face down and revived him after several minutes. Flanagan was taken to police headquarters for drunkenness.
Wilson tells police he found his roommate Dumont wearing his new suit and shoes. The men shared a room on Third Avenue and Columbia Street, rose early, and Dumont ran off with the clothing, leaving investigators unsure if the garments will be recovered.
At Temple de Hirsch the congregation of Rabbi Joseph will celebrate Chanukah services at 8 o'clock. An address titled Heroes and Herolem will be delivered by the pastor. Chanuka commemorates Judah Maccabeus victory over Antiochus Epiphanes and the Syrians.
The steamer Al-Ki sails tonight toward Alaska carrying 5900 cannon of dynamite equal to 160 tons. The cargo includes 5500 cases bound for the Treadwell mine and 400 cases for Shattuck and Co in Jupeau.
Dr Richard T Mig received a public reception hosted by the faculty in Denny hall with students gathered to welcome the honored guest. A program featured piano and vocal solos and performances by the University Mandolin and Guitar club, with remarks by Richard Winsor and university leaders including President Graves and Prof Ely. The event followed a Y M C A address by FE T Colton on four kinds of college men.
At yesterday afternoon's meeting L. J. Stewart was elected president for the coming year J F Weedin became vice president John Sullivan was chosen treasurer and W F Laubacher also listed as treasurer The association announced an annual ball in the near future
Washington D C. The house session lasted eight minutes with little business. Bills introduced include a Nicaragua Canal construction bill, and a prohibitionist Chinese exclusion bill touching residency, property interests, and penalties for evasion. Speaker Henderson announced committees: Ways and Means and Appropriations with Republican and Democratic members divided. Senate foreign relations backed Hay Pauncefort treaty unanimously with possible amendments.
Vienna reports that the Transvaal independence dispute was raised before The Hague arbitration court with Germany France and Russia weighing in. A French Russian view urged refusal to arbitrate while warnings against ongoing war were voiced. England faces pressure to accept friendly mediation and end further conflict amid high costs and stagnant cause.
Burglars entered the home of Frank W. Robinson in the morning, stealing trousers with $200 in gold and a $156 watch and chain. Diamonds worth $500 on the dresser were not disturbed, doors locked and windows down, with detective Bam Corbett assigned to the case.
The Morans plan a $30,000 vessel designed on special lines for W. W. McKeneie to run on the Beattie Hood canal route. The steamship will carry 125 passengers and 209 tons of freight, is 128 feet long, and has a beam of 23 feet.
The Mritieh chip Nelson bound from Astoria to Glasgow with a cargo of wheat turned turtle near the Columba mouth. Severe gale drove it onto the harbor entrance and shifted its cargo. Tug Tatoosh aided in attempting to pull the vessel into Astoria harbor. line broke, night rescue, and final tow by Wells Walla, Magic, and Holy to Port Townsend.
Sheriff Cudihee and Prosecuting Attorney Fulton agree to curb inmate privileges in the King County jail to reduce winter shelter and eating allowances for hobos. Smoking and cooking will be banned. inmates must occupy time in reflection as a curb on public shelter abuses.
The notice lists linen and bath towels, curtains and home textiles in assorted colors for parties and events. It advertises men's and women's apparel including gloves, hose, sweaters, and accessories with price and purchase details.
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