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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1902
Page
1
Local merchants and officials across Seattle voiced strong backing for a municipal lighting plant. Business leaders like M Gordon Agen and J H Winship urged public ownership to improve light and power, reduce costs, and extend streetcar service, predicting a decisive vote in March.
Crowds greet Prince Henry aboard the Kronprinz Wilhelm as German and United States flags wave. Rear Admiral Evans assumes command of the sailing squadron as the prince departs for America amid jubilant Berlin and Bremen reports.
Chicago Feb. 15 Billy West of Minstrel died here after months of throat cancer and related diseases. He underwent five operations for cancer following years of smoking. He leaves an estate valued at nearly 750000 dollars.
The Bertha Victoria B C Feb 15 reports diver Pollaray sailed northward on the Cottage City this morning with diving apparatus to salvage the wrecked steamer.
William Jenkins former secretary of state and pension official died here this morning at 11 O clock interment planned under Masonic rites He moved from Omaha to Washington where he held prominent roles later serving as secretary of state His career marked by strong advocacy for Principle and integrity
A state official on the fusion ticket finished a four year term ending January 14. He leaves a wife and five children.
The army board reported to Brigadier General Corbin the names of eight men entitled to medals brevet ranks and certificates of merit for gallantry in campaigns in Spain China and the Philippines. Thirty three medals are to be issued.
The street committee reviewed Trinity Parish church petition to vacate part of an alley behind the church for a new building but took no action. The City Federation of Women’s Clubs plans to participate in the coming city election for good government, with readings by local members at the Century Club. Detectives arrested Theodore and George De Jaussarand on suspicion of involvement in cattle thefts near Twenty third Avenue and Norman Street as cows have been reported missing in the area.
A report reveals widespread false registration from 1268 Republican Street in the Third precinct with ten names listed. Paul workers accuse the Humes faction of fabricating residences to sway votes, and warrants will test those registered from 128% Republican Street for prosecution.
Frank Waterhouse denies involvement with the steamer Lyra beyond acting as agent for the Boston Towboat Co. The Lyra and Hyades, along with the Garonne, are slated for the Nome run as the line expands its fleet this season. Waterhouse confirms three boats will operate on the Nome run.
Ballard Washington reports the city council orders water customers with pipes 1 1 2 inches or larger to fit standard water meters at their expense. Enforcement may face mill workers resistance and collection of 250 dollars per meter. Police recover a trunk on Hallard Avenue with an unidentified owner, containing a hat and female clothing, an addressed envelope as sole clue. A blanket cache is also taken by police. Stimeon’s shingle mill resumes after a month’s shutdown with repairs and a new 10 block machine installation.
STILL SEARCH VICTORIA British Columbia February 15 The Figeria which returned from a search for the warship Condor has recoaled awaiting orders to renew the search The Admiralty has ordered the Phaeton to return to Kaquiriah by the same route as her outbound trip on a similar errand
Arthur Gager and James Quinn, both 14, were convicted of burglary in the superior court yesterday evening. The reformatory graduates were charged with stealing items from the sloop Marguerite.
A confrontation near a Bremerton saloon ends when the marshal and the mayor intervene as about 16 marines engage the marshal. A shot is fired, three marines are cuffed, and eight detained at the barracks await court hearings. Marines now forbidden to leave the yard without permits.
Work began yesterday at Ballard on a new $60,000 repair and shipbuilding plant promoted by Walter C. Bryant W. H. Lake Captain Chilcett Herman Sanderson and Albert Bryant. The facility will specialize in marine repairs and shipbuilding.
Joseph H. Jones, 56, died at his Renton home on Wednesday from paralysis. He was a member of the I O O F and A O U W, survived by a widow and four children. Funeral will be Sunday at 2 p.m. at the family residence. Also noted is the recent funeral of Anna McGuirk, age 2, from 1219 Aloha Street, conducted by Collinge Sherman Foley Co.
Tommy Reilly accepts Nick Burley's challenge to any man in the Northwest for a 20 round bout. The bout is expected to take place within the next three weeks.
The insanity hearing with Fr. H. Morgan as principal ended in his discharge. The proceedings were before Judge Emory.
Humane Officer Ridgway and a Star reporter found Geo A. Fisher family living in a hand built tent by Green Lake. Nine members, including five girls and two boys, age up to 18, endure scurvy and exposure with minimal clothing and no shoes. The mother needs medical care while the father struggles to find steady work. Officers secured a job offer for the eldest son and promised aid and medical help.
Whatcom Washington forecasts a busy building season with multiple large projects. A $700,000 brewery is under construction, a $4,000,000 stone and brick plant is planned, and a $10,000 inshore passenger depot is approved. Additional blocks and depots, plus a $20,000 depot and a $50,000 machine shop complex, drive the surge as Great Northern and Pacific Packing advance new facilities.
Al Neill knocked out Dutch Thurston in the tenth round of a twenty round bout before the Reliance Club in Oakland California last night securing the Genoeyne of the Pacific coast title.
A union appoints a committee from the carpenters to investigate candidates on local ballots. The panel will study positions on organized labor and report findings to the union after a thorough review.
The Nome City departs tonight on the regular Arctic run alongside the Elihu Thomson. It carries about 100 passengers including Bertha passengers who were transferred. The vessel will haul about 600 tons of hay and fodder for troops in Alaska.
The Rainier Heights Improvement Club met last night and endorsed the Yesler property at Third Avenue and James Street as the Carnegie library site. It also approved purchasing land south of Yesler Way along Lane Washington for a city park.
The six day walk at Madison Square Garden ends tonight with Hegel man Cavanaugh leading and likely to win the first prize. They sit more than 150 miles ahead of the world record as 45 teams started and over half dropped out by day three. Edward Payson Werton serves as referee for the event.
Teddy Roosevelt slept most of the night and woke bright and cheerful in Groton Massachusetts where doctors say it is now certain he will recover from illness.
A blaze at the Cincinnati Hatchers' Supply Company plant in Cincinnati caused an estimated loss of 100000 dollars this morning. Fire crews battled the flames as the building burned, with damage expected to affect operations for some time.
In Denver Colorado last night in the seventh round Kid Parker was defeated on a foul by Billy Armstrong of San Francisco. The loss disappointed local fans who favored Parker.
Joe Walcott knocked out Handler in the second round of a six round contest last night at Industrial Hall Philadelphia.
Minnis A Rogers sues Lyman H Rogers for divorce on cruelty alleging his ungovernable temper. Mary Bayleas seeks dissolution from 11 M Haylesa for cruelty and desertion. Henry J Wingert petitions for divorce from Emma Wingert accusing adultery at the Cecil hotel Chicago in July 1900.
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