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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1902
Page
4
Two masked men robbed a Kanaskit saloon last night in a sudden dawn of fear, ordering patrons to the wall then fleeing with under $60. Victims were railroad laborers. descriptions of the robbers are vague and no arrests reported.
Washington February 14 S Wheeler Democrat of Kentucky demanded Hay retirement and the recall of Lord Paunceforte during a house speech on England's stance before the Spanish war. He condemned U S spending to see Prince Henry and accused the government of sycophancy toward dutied nations. Taft to undergo another operation. he warned natives cannot serve on juries in the Philippines and questioned a native regiment.
San Francisco officials report no new leads as the man once linked to Nora Fuller’s murder is cleared. Albrecht, a steady downtown dry goods worker, provides alibis for months, while Conrad Fecker and John Bennett remain not clearly connected. The inquest is slated for Tuesday as public pressure mounts for action.
Sheriff reports a hold up near Kirkland last night by four armed masked men at the Jones brothers ranch. Two brothers were bound and gagged in the barn, the third was tied and struck in the head when he refused to reveal money. Robbers escaped with 125 dollars, two rifles and a revolver. Deputies Williams and Berner are investigating the scene.
Angus McAulay remains in jail in default of 1000 dollars bail and faces a February 20 morning filing. L H Stanley, accused of arraigning Laula Weieenbacher with intent to murder, remains jailed despite a 1000 dollar bail set by Justice Cann and is slated for a February 1 or 2 trial time.
The Building Trades Council executive committee placed a boycott on Lee's pharmacy after a contract with a non union paperhanging firm led to labor dispute tensions. The council says the firm fought for eight hour days while Lee signed the contract and later refused to discharge its workers. Lee says he was unaware of the firm’s rift with the union and notes he did not object to labor.
County commissioners rejected a $9158.20 tender from Fidelity and Deposit Co in liquidation of ex treasurer Whittiewey second term shortage. Officials expect a decision tomorrow. Experts cannot determine the missing money and a Philadelphia lawyer is said to be unable to explain its disappearance as no one appears to be at fault.
Mrs. EB Frakerton and Miss Nellie Handy were discharged on motion of the prosecutor after a Pierce county venue was found for the case arising from the December escape of Captain F N Handy. Warrants remained with the county sheriff and the two women had been out on bail.
A round of reports links Britain Germany and other powers to Pauncefote and notes in Washington. The British Foreign Office says Lord Pauncefote acted on his own initiative in summoning the April 14, 1905 meeting and forwarded routine notes. Britain aligns with the United States on the matter.
Lam ber is being placed on the ground for a new station house and transfer platform at Auburn Washington for the Northern Pacific railway. The company operates two warehouses at the station and business has grown. Work on the double track progresses with seven to eight miles laid. A round house is planned to be built nearby.
Honolulu dispatch reports Parker’s alleged governor appointment provokes Dole partisans. George Carter, named as governor's secretary, asked to report to Washington. Carter, a strong Dole ally, may balance Parker. Parker favored by natives.
The Chanter of Commerce will hold meetings at 11 o'clock on Wednesdays instead of 3 20 PM. Secretary Moelkle sent surveys. 266 responses were received with mixed preferences. The group approved trying the 11 AM time to see how it works.
A forthcoming bout outlines a winner take all prize with a nominal cent purse and special privileges for the top finishers. Details resemble a staged contest with promised rewards for the victor and shares for other participants.
Olympia reports the auditor inspecting seven bonds of 1000 dollars each from the permanent state school fund. The law allows borrowing from the fund to meet outstanding warrants. The Olympia chamber of commerce formed a committee to explore securing a federal prison locally for inmates from Oregon Idaho Washington and Alaska.
The Tageblatt reports a plot to assassinate the Turk ish wultean was uncovered in Abdul Hamid's palace. Osman Uasha and another official were arrested as the investigation proceeds.
Feb 14 report says airship of inventor Dumont collapsed over the bay near Monte Carlo. He fell into the water but was rescued by a service yacht crew and saved from drowning. The craft righted and landed in the sea. Dumont plans another attempt if repairs succeed.
A local Ellensburg court heard a case today involving alleged water road misdeeds. The defendant was convicted on a second count and fined 320 with costs. Reverend Crockett began a series of meetings at Christan Church, with crowds continuing to gather as the event drew attention.
A Frederick and Nelson store notice invites the public to visit anytime to look around or keep in touch with new ideas. The ad stresses no purchase is needed and that the store is always open to visitors for tours of a large showroom.
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