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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1906
Page
7
The Star reports the wreck near Bamfield with five bodies recovered by the cutter Perry. Two women and three men were found floating near the wreck, nude and battered. A man’s body was found yesterday at the scene. The Grant crew buried BL Cram, pantry man, at Uclulet.
The first damage claim for the Valen wreck is filed in federal court by C Alllon a St Paul contractor who was rescued from a liferaft by Bee of Tepeka. He seeks $5 000 citing ill health from age and alleges company negligence with causes listed from the ongoing investigation. Fred Erickson the man Allison says saved him arrived in the city this morning. the two men were business partners traveling for pleasure when the wreck occurred.
Yoba Segalos the Greek fireman famed for attempting a sea rescue will perform on the stage of a 10 cent theater. An enterprising local manager has persuaded him to appear publicly, reportedly refusing payment, while the theater coffers may still profit from the event.
Calvin K E Vilas has been confirmed by the Senate to succeed F A Wing as head of the local United States assay office. His duties begin March 1 or 7, with officials unsure of the exact start date though March is the target month.
Burlington extension from Great Falls to Guthrie and Co in St Paul will span 235 miles. The award of the contract is reported from Salt Lake City Utah with focus on connecting coal fields and broad railroad expansion prospects.
In a heated trial, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Miller clashed with defense lawyers over Lem Short's grand larceny case. The proceedings, ongoing, are expected to extend several days. Separately, Daniel Jones reports sale of 37 lots in the Hill tract addition between 18th and 20th avenues on King Jackson and Weller Sts, fetching about $15,000.
H C Hanson of 2113 Third Ave reported a loss at 9 o clock this morning of a pocketbook containing 67 dollars. He could not say where it was lost or whether his pockets were picked.
In New Orleans on a February afternoon, as sailors rushed to the gangplank side of the German cruiser Bremen the structure failed. Five women and twenty men and boys fell into the river but officers and sailors plunged in and rescued all of them.
The Panama canal commission reports a lock canal is favored by the panel with one vote against a sea level plan. Rear Admiral Endicott supports sea level only. President Roosevelt to forward the commission’s report to Congress next week. General McArthur reassigned to command the Pacific division at San Francisco until General Corbin retires.
Inspector Whitney and Turner are directed to permit witness Victor HH Metcalf, secretary of commerce of Lator, to testify in the matter managed by authorities. The directive specifies access and timing for the proceeding.
A. Wadhames & Co of Blaine secured a one year lease on the Henry PF Allen estate cannery and fishery outfit. Wadhams with BE V Cawell San Francisco William Schultz Roche Harbor and George J Willey Beattie organized a company capitalized at 19000 dollars to continue the business. The Allen cannery last year packed 32233 cases with 30416 sockeye salmon.
The Parry Investment Co reports multiple transfers in Roque Harbor area. Wil Ham Schults acquires lot 7 block C at Third and Blanchard for 13500. Edmund Bowden takes tide lands lots 2 and 3 block 323 for 61. The Tide lands sale also includes Edgar Ames and George M Pascall selling lot 3 block 314 to Henry Reese. Several railroad strip lands are pending.
Washington February 3. The Democratic caucus, by a two thirds vote, adopted a resolution binding Democratic senators to vote against the Santo Domingo treaty. John J. Each spoke at length in favor of the Each Townsend bill, arguing the railroad problem stems from 100 directors controlling all railroads.
Ed Carmichael of 2010 Western Ave reported to police at 11 15 this morning that he was robbed of a solid gold watch and chain last night. He had been drinking and could not provide details on where the loss occurred.
Attorney General Moody arrived in Chicago for a conference with Morrison on the packers case. Chief Wilkie of the U S Secret Service also arrived, though Morrison says they did not come together and Wilkie did not visit. Rumors foretell significant moves in the proceedings.
The county grand jury returns 25 indictments against John A. La, former clerk of the superior court, on embezzlement forging and concealing public records. He allegedly sequestered 50000 in county funds to defraud, signaling a graft expose. Patrolmen arrest A Borkh for stealing an overcoat. Burgwell papers found.
A January 26 letter from the deputy secretary of the treasury directs Captain Munger and the U S revenue cutter service to assist merchant vessels in distress. It outlines telegraphing any disaster or need for aid to Captain Munger or to commanding officers of the cutters Rush Sitka Perry Astoria or McCulloch Sausalito for rapid action.
Churches schedule Sunday services with topics and evening programs from Lane Street Presbyterian Haven M E Trinity Parish Pirot Free Methodist Westminster Westminster Fremont Plymouth Pilgrim Union Congregational Beacon Hill First Church of Christ Scientist University Place Baptist City Theosophical Society First Spiritual Society listing times and sermon titles for readers.
New York newspapers report Gladstone Dowie son of John Alexander Dowie returned from Kingston Jamaica aboard the steamship La Plata. A dare by actress Beaste Sexton led to a staged kiss attempt but Dowie declined with a jest about it being a shame.
The Snohomish basketball team from the state university travels Friday to meet the Puget Sound academy. Several players are in peak condition after recent examinations, with only two veteran players joining the squad for the contest. The PBA group is regarded as one of the strongest teams in the state.
W Sutton, an 1908 graduate of the state university, has gone to Peru to supervise a government survey to attract foreign capital. Sutton has long worked with the U S Geological Survey. In a separate case, A V Talquist of Olivet Avenue had his residence entered around six yesterday afternoon and $27.50 stolen.
A veteran mariner in the city criticizes shipping practice arguing that lifeboats are mismanaged when pursers doctors and clerks lead launches. He cites the Valencia wreck and insists experienced seamen must command boats while others merely follow.
Captain Cousins of the Queen defends his actions in the Valencia wreck inquiry as five British captains testify lifeboats would aid survivors. They express unanimous belief Cousins did everything possible. testimony reveals tense cross examinations and a holiday mood in the hearing as marine officers corroborate the defense for the Pacific Coast Steamship Company.
No new word has been received on the search for Raymond West. West remains hopeful for recovery as crews push the effort along the Bel river until every chance to recover the remains is exhausted.
Outdoor practice has started with twenty men at the University of Alabama. Few of last year’s varsity remain, but many candidates are experienced freshmen. Coach Brinker and Captain Webster lead sessions and expect a team ready for an eastern Washington trip around April 1.
Washington Feb. a Democratic caucus met to evaluate the San Domingo treaty and party stance. Senator Patterson opposed making foreign policy a partisan issue while supporting independent judgment on treaty ratification.
The city affairs committee of the chamber of commerce met yesterday afternoon with Comptroller Kiplinger outlining contract procedures. City Engineer Thomson explained the system, and City Treasurer Rathbun will present his view next Tuesday. The committee aims to report soon.
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