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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1902
Page
1
President Castro calls for all Venezuelans to arm as tensions rise over the conflict with Britain and Germany. The decree proposes volunteer enlistment with penalties for noncompliance, while international mediation efforts and naval actions unfold around Puerto Cabello and La Guaira.
A strong southwest gale battered Puget Sound for hours driving ships inland and forcing tugs to seek shelter. The tug Blue Star struggled to hold a gravel-laden tow near the harbor before tying up near Chip pier. The Pacific Coast Company’s landing area suffered damage as a portion collapsed, while multiple vessels including the French Bark Barnest Reyer and the Lord Im reported towed or at anchor off Three Tree Point. The Kenilworth left Townsend for Seattle, with a likely short voyage to Chicago port on a tow.
In Scranton on December 12 former Bors Hidgeway of Tem Co testified before an anthracite commission. He described a claimed average dockage of seven percent for coal shipments while Ridgeway disputed the 1 percent dockage claim. Other witnesses noted operators’ attitudes after the strike ended and their effort to exclude UMW officials and strike tenders from employment.
Dec 12 Francisco reports Dr Glennon investigates bubonic plague talk and prepares a report on General Wyman at Washington DC. It is claimed the disease is called the plague in "merely chicken cholera" with no bubonic plague in Call.
The Dock Laborers Union, representing 9600 workers, voted yesterday to strike immediately after the decisive 2 to 1 vote. The action affects docks nationwide and is aimed at pressing labor demands.
St Louis report states John H formerly a member of the house of delegates was convicted of bribery in the Subranchise deal and given years in the penitentiary. One man Feeney accused of stealing iron fence parts. Wee arrested by policeman today at King County Court House.
A man was found with a sack of freshly broken iron from a fence he had torn down. He was seen carrying the metal toward a junk dealer, police report states.
Gracene, described as a notorious woman, was arrested by Patrolman Bun nel on a disorderly conduct charge and is held in the city jail.
The Olympic Club hosts a preliminary for a 20 round title bout featuring George Gibbs and Kid Williams. Yank Savage and Jack Curry are slated to meet in a follow up match, with all fighters in city for training and in good shape.
Report shows two separate robberies with entry through windows. A thief escaped each time. At 616 Virginia Street a man in a veil fled after taking $24. At 164 Twenty third Avenue Geo Gibson’s house silverware was stolen. witness saw a veiled figure. Police notified.
Wall Street experiences panic scenes as navy budget plans for 1903 are released. An 89 increase is budgeted for new ships, amid widespread orders and market volatility. Licenses to wed issued for LM Jones and Dore Johnson, both in their early twenties, with Henry Jewel and Martha Muscott listed in Columbia City.
Fire in the basement of the Motel Ridpath on December 12 damaged the five story building and its contents. An estimated loss of 200000 tied to electric wiring may have sparked the blaze. Night Clerk Baker awakened guests while Firemen and workers rescued occupants including Pol Ware who was overcome by smoke but saved. The hotel, once an office block, stood on Washington Street near Riverside and Sprague, close to the Union Pacific depot.
Martha Bije, 14, testifies that her stepfather William Fetterly assaulted her. Judge Tallman orders warrant after hearing her account. Fetterly, free on heavy bail, faces criminal assault charges in his tribunal today amid a crowded courtroom. Arcade 18 nightclub, owned by Arcade Amusement Co, closed at noon on a judgment for 1822 dollars.
Reports from Bilvertown show cable laying starting toward Honolulu with Clarence HM Mackay supervising. The operation proceeds without accidents or friction as lines are paid out and laid.
General A. W. Greely criticized the Philippine acquisition as a mistake. He believed the American war and possession of the islands offered little positive outcome, though he said duty required action.
Mrs Hannah Nelson, heir to a fortune through her daughter Mrs Charles Fair, lies critically ill in Pittstown New Jersey after an incident tied to the contested inheritance. The case centers on the daughter’s estate and ensuing family dispute.
George Gardner defeated Hilly Buft in a six round contest. Buft was worn out, Gardner appeared tired but finished strong as the bell saved him in the final round. Gardner won by decision.
Washington D C December 1d The commercial treaty between Cuba and the United States has been signed by General Lasker on Cuban secretaries of state and duly at 1 o clock last night. Terms not divulged but it is understood to provide for a 20 percent reduction in tariff rates between the two nations.
Burglars entered the Hrunewick saloon area early in the morning and ransacked the premise of the Fennimore brothers hinge weavers. They carried off overcoats a gold watch and chain and other valuables from Ragland's store.
Spike Sullivan of Boston defeated Chester of London in the 14th round to win the lightweight championship of England. The bout for $1000 and the title was held last night in London. Captain Mall reported the ship Collier Maith, returning from Requinault, had undergone repairs costing 410,008 after striking submerged wreckage near ratooah.
In Ma wardeville Kingston mine, a string of loaded cars ran away after a coupling pin broke. Three men, Benjamin Davin John Washkin and Peter Pedo, were killed when the cars rolled back on them. Anthony Zucke survived with injuries.
San Francisco December 10 reports steaming warnings from Guatemala’s volcanic district. Captain Russell of the steamer Acapico witnessed the mountain aflame with three distinct craters visible. Coffee plantations suffer devastation for miles as the eruption continues.
The Horton Steamship Co through President Winsor proposes to duplicate any offer by Ban Vranecaco to buy or lease government transports for the Philippine service. The Boston company asserts it can fulfill the agreement and will protest against re advertising. The Washington legation plans to discuss the pledge. School board meets in executive session to audit final accounts for new school buildings and appoint committees.
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