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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1906
Page
7
Dorothy Jacobs, guided by Dodd and neighbors, was bitten and dragged by two dogs owned by Mrs Thompson while walking in the alley near Terry. The attack caused severe injuries before bystanders intervened. Mrs Jacobs saved from mutilation. the owner has not offered compensation despite complaints from neighbors and a frightened Mrs Dodd.
The Great hold-up suspect Lem Short appears in superior court as witnesses rebut the defense. Prosecution led by Vandevere presents evidence regarding Short at the Map Leaf saloon in Van Asselt on the night of the incident while Sheriff Smith challenges allegations of mistreatment after arrest.
Two tideland sales are reported with purchasers including Elizabeth J Virtue and Frank D Black. The notes describe land parcels transferred for 35000 dollars and a Meadowdale farm bought by Watt Wheeler near the Great Northern, with plans to divide the property into five acre tracts for sale.
Pointer high school students contact the Chamber of Commerce and WMb Jeffers seeking information amid a policy clash. Assistant Secretary Varstel notes a Southern California student group requests a 5000 word essay on a force of clerks needed to answer correspondence while office routines would extend beyond closing hours.
Senator Patterson proposes an amendment to the Hepburn bill to bar county officers and railroad interests from influencing road business. The scene includes Tillman’s clash over recognition and a heated exchange with Vice President Fairbanks. Patterson calmly seeks delay, then leaves the Senate chamber as the matter is ordered to tomorrow.
At the Grower’s inquest in Victoria British Columbia on February 5 the secretary of the British Salvage company testified the Salver did not lower a boat. He said there were no breakers close in shore and the sea farther out was rolling. The statement caused a sensation.
Patrolman Olmetead reported to headquarters that the home of S. Johnson at 207 Kilbourne Ave Fremont was entered overnight but nothing of value was taken.
In San Francisco on February 5, W J Woodside, Desmidt, and W Fr Wood, who outfitted and sailed the Carmencita on a poaching expedition to rookeries, were sentenced by Federal Judge De Dname after a maritime case established their guilt.
The body of Mies Van Wyck, a victim of the wreck Valen O14, was brought to the city that night and taken to the home of her brother-in-law, William A. Marionavy. The remains will be shipped to her home in San Francisco at nine o'clock tonight by Nowhey Watson Company.
For the first time in the city six Chinese residents registered yesterday to vote in the March 6 municipal election. Attorney Fred Lysons led the group, including Chin Tan Chin Shuck Gee Chin Loy and Tan Hing, all claiming native born U S citizenship and reading English. Two more, Chin Chuey and Chin Ten Dong, registered later. Officials were surprised by the queue of entrants wearing Chinese queues with English names. Lysons says they have right to register as naturalized citizens with sufficient residence.
Albert Wills of Spokane says C. W. Knight was in a six man naval party from San Francisco to Bremerton on the Valencia. Knight’s name is missing from passenger lists and he was not rescued, so his name should be added to the death roll. A second young man called Mike may also have been unnamed on the passenger flat.
No word from the search party for Raymond West the Seattle boy who drowned in the Bel river near Ukiah California. Efforts to recover the body are ongoing with diligent search and the father ordered continued efforts despite cost until all hope is gone.
The Pureka failed to sail for Cape Nome last May leaving 25 tons of machinery for Hen Stanley Revett undelivered and he sues Globe Navigation for 36000. The Eureka Tampico and Olympic freight issues delayed dredge work for Seward Peninsula Mining. Umatilla arrives San Francisco, Dix sails Tacoma for the Philippines, Burnside repairs, Santa Ana to call at Juneau Valdez and Seward with cargo and passengers.
Washington February records show Secretary Metcalf rebutting claims he is Perkins tool and presenting appointment records for inspectors Turner 1903 and Whitney 1898 to prove independence from the Pacific Coast Steamship Company. Senator Piles called for a thorough probe while protesting the investigation due to past legal work for the steamship firm.
An elderly woman calling herself Mrs Walters vanished while returning home from church. She is about 72, cannot recall her address or relatives, and has appeared at Mrs Ball's home on Twenty fourth Avenue South and King. Police and a niece are seeking her family.
Mrs Springetine at 912 Uth Street confronted a male burglar yesterday afternoon after hearing a noise on the lower floor. Armed with hairpins, she compelled the intruder to flee. nothing of value was taken. Police were notified.
The body of a man believed to be J. W. Kemn of Shasta California, a passenger from the Pass of Melfort wreck, was found near Wreck Bay in a badly decomposed state. The deceased bears a tattoo of a lady on the right arm.
Salinas Calif Feb 5 The Cattlemen's Association of California met to perfect a state organization and to prepare a statewide effort against the beef trust. The gathering aims to unite coast cattle interests and coordinate action.
H. Lebold of the firm Bredes Lebold Cox with offices in the Alaska Building died from heart failure this morning at four o'clock. He was over 41. Funeral arrangements were not yet finalized. Bonney-Watson Company is in charge of the body.
The miners executive board meets in Indianapolis to arrange details of an expected strike and will not reconvene until just before it starts. In Washington, minister Rockhill reports a murdered American writer student without passports in China’s interior.
J C Dutton of Seattle bought Kanesaker Lumber property for 85000, after the firm paid 6000 a year earlier. An external buyer paid 50000 for eight city blocks near Pacific and East 26th. Real estate men doubt land value above 150. Johnson accuses officials of graft coverup, calls for grand jury. Eleventh Ward Republican club to meet at Kidd's hall Green Lake with candidates invited. The Old Oak sat is the best value in shoes at 2.50 to 4.00, sold by Men’s Shoe store.
War Department notified that investigators report spontaneous combustion as the cause of the Meade transport fire. The earlier inquiry identified the incident and officials awaited final confirmation.
A special Bothell school election will be held February 10 at 7 30 p m to decide on forming a union high school district with Woodinville. The merged district could enroll 25 students for higher grades next year.
Special Agent F A Hardwick reported a systematic robbery of Pullman cars operated by the Northern Pacific in the city. Since January 21 five robberies yielded a large amount of loot including supplies and brasses from supply boxes and cars, with investigations now underway by the police.
A morning paper claims King Edward’s health worsened by confinement after an injury. Diet restricted to careful dishes, apoplectic tendencies noted. alarming reports may be exaggerated.
A. F. Haas, candidate for councilman from Seattle’s sixth precinct, argues for municipal ownership of public utilities along sane business lines. He notes his ten years with the Yesler Way cable line and four years with Seattle Electric, praising a well funded electric system to extend service. He avoids claiming specific streetcar reforms, supports evaluating improvements within existing franchise limits, and emphasizes duty to the party over politics.
A rotten plank road on Take Union boulevard between Westlake and Fremont endangered teams and caused a near disaster as a mule slipped through a loosened plank. J F Tuttle blamed neglect and urged immediate repairs after a foggy morning incident that almost tipped a wagon.
Riga February 6 General Orloff opened fire on the polytechnic school with no clear motive. Many pupils were killed and several wounded in the bombardment.
Berlin reports the foreign office says the outcome of the Algeciras conference could trigger a war with France if matters stay as they were. If talks proceed as before, officials expect a conclusion by mid March.
Tacoma defeated Port Blakeley 3 to 1 at Pleasant Beach to start its league campaign in strong form. A lone highwayman raided the 2035 Seventh Avenue store, forcing owner A E Sagerstrom and associates to surrender $15 before escaping with a masked bandit.
Yesterday afternoon Detective Philbrick arrested Charlie Smith James Kelly and Joseph DeSulter all under 14 on a burglary charge.
A report from St. Petersburg states a private house at Hilce was destroyed by a bomb. Twelve bodies are visible in the ruins and many others are believed killed.
The Pacific company states Captain Cousins will be kept in command of the liner Queen after leaving the Valencia wreck. An official says the captain did not abandon duty and his actions are approved, emphasizing obedience to orders as essential for discipline aboard.
Berlin reports Kaiser William has chosen a gold bracelet as the wedding present for Miss Alice Roosivnit, reflecting a royal gesture amid formal preparations and public interest in the nuptials.
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