20 Dec 1905
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1905
Page
1
Telegrams report a general strike and peasant uprisings across Russia with over 200000 armed rebels, disruption of railways, sieges anticipated around Moscow and Riga made capital of the Lettish republic as fortresses brace for imperial forces. Bridges blown, taxes defied, and rebel orders to arm and resist flood across Baltic provinces.
The Finnish diet was reopened in Helsinki with widespread enthusiasm over the overthrow of Russian rule. The dictatorship is abolished and the 1899 manifesto annulled as Finland regains its pre imperial freedoms. Enormous crowds surrounded the parliament as the diet convened and celebrated national emancipation.
The North Coast franchise bid sparks citywide contention as Kerr claims backers from the Van S or Gould systems and vows to move terminals from Seattle to Tacoma if council blocks the North Coast. He warns Great Northern and Northern Pacific could obstruct rivals, tying to two year train plans and four month contract set.
Mayor Ballinger said Chief Delaney should pursue the investigation into local pool rooms, but doubts they can be closed under current city ordinance. He cites Georgetown and Seattle connections, telephoned race results, and commissions as loopholes, with state law found inadequate.
Premier Kat-Pura signals resignation in Tokyo with Marquia Satanfi likely to succeed him. Christmas memorial services were held with high army and navy officers in attendance.
This afternoon the chamber of commerce introduced a resolution to block Ballard from obtaining the benefit of Esattle's fine water supply.
The new canal commissioner Bishop dismissed the press agent who earned a salary of 7500 dollars plus 2500 dollars as recording secretary of the commission.
Ben Yarmaguchi a Japanese bell boy filed a $20,000 personal injury suit against the Lincoln hotel proprietors alleging negligence left a freight elevator cage without a guard. He says on August 17 he was crushed between the cage and wall with a splintered bone protruding through his skin and other injuries.
Eddie Gooch, a 12 year old who ran away to join the Princess Gekeda Midget company, returned home the next day. His mother Mrs. Gooch said her husband is north and Eddie will stay at home. The vaudeville company offered clothes and $10 weekly but would not sign a contract. The troupe is staying at the Wood hotel in Seattle and will leave soon.
Delegates from over 100 mills in Elk hall Alaska voted to establish the Stingie Mill Bureau on a permanent basis. Dan W Baas chaired the meeting with RR, W Doug as secretary. The pact calls for 206 mills to close for 40 days then Feb 1 and 24 million shingles capacity under the bureau with voluntary funding near $2000.
Balance figures show a December 26 1905 total and a December 20 1904 total with an increase over the same date last year amounting to 368 407 44 in local currency. The data reflects yearly growth in bank deposits or assets as reported in the period.
Water will be shut off tomorrow from o'clock to 6 o'clock on Boyle ton va north from Howe to Edgar and on Lynn at from Boyleton av north to Minor av north.
In Francisco December 2060 bettors tip favor to O'Brien while Cornishman and Quaker prepare for a long bout. wagers run around one to two with $16,000 expected in receipts as scare of fix rumors draws cautious talk about betting suspensions.
Boston reports claim Tommy Lawson amassed about 3 million dollars in three days amid Chicago bank failures and prior information. He signals a new bear campaign and dispatches terse warnings about quick actions and broader industry disruptions. Additional notes mention a federal sentence for a fireman linked to interfering with teamsters.
Police and federal officers seek Robert Hoffman 14 believed to have taken $92 entrusted to him as an errand boy at Bon Marche. He was sent to buy postage stamps and is believed to have fled. Investigators also seek a room renter at 165 Washington Street linked to furniture theft.
The clearing house committee reassured depositors in Chicago National and Home Savings banks. Prompt payments in the last two days eased tension. few—about 150—drew funds this morning, mostly savings deposits. Directors note withdrawals now could hurt interest, so many will wait until after January 1. Bedford National run ended. business communities deem the bank safe. Fred M. Blount resigns as Drainage Board treasurer, stating custodian funds are safe.
A man named J. Ogaki, a Japanese lodging-housekeeper, was found wandering the streets by police and deemed insane. He is accused of believing himself to be Buddha, the oriental god.
Headlines warn of rampant holiday robberies and petty larcenies as shoppers fall victim to thieves. Police report frequent thefts at department stores amid the rush, with some burglars making notable hauls.
The Rainier Valley area seeks a large new grade school to serve the southern part of the city. The school board will review southern city sites to address acute needs for school buildings and capacity.
In Tacoma a heated committee session failed to resolve the choice of an assistant for Prosecuting Attorney Bates. The panel remains deadlocked and intends to appoint its own candidate. Faculty opposition at the state university threatens next spring’s varsity circus show.
Four American missionaries are murdered in Lienchau, 300 miles from Canton, on October 25, in a premeditated attack. Victims include Mr and Mrs Peale, K Chestnut, and Annie Machie with Dr Machie possibly among the dead. A woman, Miss Patterson, escaped with help from a hospital patient. Tensions cited between Catholic and Protestant motives as the cause. Shanghai orders foreigners to seek consular protection as city quiets and business resumes.
Shanghai remains under pressure as foreign quarters resist control. Cable dispatches report Consul Rodgers' message from Washington about ongoing sieges and the difficulty in reaching relief forces amid deteriorating conditions.
Mrs Lena Nelson reports her husband James Nelson dangerous to her life after a violent Monday night disturbance. She seeks a mental examination and possible commitment. Nelson denies insanity. Humane Officer Clark investigates with public sentiment split on who started the quarrel.
The Delaware Lackawanna ferry house and the Central of New Jersey building in Metropolis burned this morning causing about 300000 dollars in damage. It is believed one boy was killed. A ticket agent saved 41000 dollars in cash and his tickets.
The court upholds a ruling that $11,000 awarded to minor Edwin Eskildson for personal injuries was properly paid to his guardians through attorneys E. P. Edson and John B. Humphries. If the boy seeks recovery, his remedy lies against the attorneys, not the city, per the decision.
Great excitement marked the reopening of the Hungarian parliament, prorogued Oct 10 to prevent a coalition clash. Government tightened security, sought unity with the coalition on universal suffrage, and faced a stormy opening as police controlled large crowds outside the parliament.
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