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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1903
Page
3
Authorities pursue a smuggling gang amid Opium trade concerns. Revenue officers and Lieut. B. direct officers track the band rumored to be heading toward a landing on the sound with Indians allegedly heavily involved in the operations. Developments are expected soon as wind and pursuit continue.
An OCR fragment recounts Darwin and Wallace's joint development of natural selection theory. It notes Wallace's 1858 correspondence with Darwin prompting Darwin to publish On the Origin of Species, and acknowledges Wallace's concurrent but less recognized contributions.
Prosecuting Attorney Boett said a pending investigation into the Wednesday home invasion and assault on Miahsia Heever on Main Street would be presented to the grand jury for an indictment. He noted police claim of a practical joke and pledged to pursue full inquiry if Heever chooses to prosecute.
Scott denies reports he has chosen Stafford & Dawen as liaison during the grand jury session and trial of persons to be indicted. He says the salary for new deputies and advisers is legislature set and declines to name a private term adviser. He emphasizes he owes allegiance to the people and will perform his duty as prosecuting attorney.
Care Barck sues Seattle hospital for 2500 dollars claiming hot water bags caused severe burns and ongoing pain during a September admission at a national institution. The suit argues the bags were intensely hot and incorrectly applied.
Late news from Chicago reports three more avettment companies raided by postal authorities in the afternoon. In St Louis a prominent senator, Arthur Brown, recently arrested by his wife on misconduct allegations, faces new scrutiny as authorities pursue further charges arising from a scandal involving Annie and others.
Unclear fragmentary report describes detectives and a grand jury in Arnold, GA with mentions of a telegram from Parson, Kan. about men en route for Mexico and a large sum of money. The text is garbled and contains many unreadable portions.
City council faces a decisive session as the Board of Public Works recommends removing all sidewalk elevators. Several injuries from device failures have heightened interest and prompted renewed discussion on requiring permits and potential mayoral veto implications. The vote may hinge on whether to override a veto and enact a citywide removal.
A fragment reports Senate amendments to a Philippine coinage bill and a substitute pushed by Paterson of Colorado. It notes President Roosevelt’s nomination of Calebe Randolph for brigadier general and mentions naval yard berthing plans and automatic brakes. a Carmack resolution inquiry is referenced.
The ship Treateth listed as overdue by M A Newell & Co with 36 days overdue status. A British bark nearing the Iceland area was spoken in January and reported to be in a safe condition with insurance at ten percent.
A man named Wanis sustained a broken leg above the ankle during a disturbance at the Owl Saloon on Bell Street. He was transported by city ambulance to a hospital. In a separate note, Mt Mark's church guild room hosts an 8 PM smoker event with M A Matthews delivering an address and no admission fee.
A Pacific Steamship and Alaska Commercial steamer arrived with 1 passenger group from Valdes and Kyak. The Bertha left Valdes Feb 6. rough seas delayed reaching Githa and Kodiak. the Hertha arrived with four inches of ice on her sides. The Hertha carried 260 tons of copper ore from J D Meenack. Crew member J M Woods fell through an open hatch Saturday and was hospitalized. Passengers included C M Anderson, J T Lee, J J Franey, and Lsoa of Myer Severson. The Portland, Jeanie, and Santa Ana lines were noted with arrivals and schedules. The Santa Ana is due end of week.
An American steamer arrives from New York via San Francisco amid muttered curses and alarms. Officers face disruption as chief engineer John Leech goes ashore and does not return, sparking fears of a potential crash before a deputy marshal intervenes and keeps the vessel moving.
Ferry union machinists walked off the Moran Brothers shops at 4 PM Saturday amid a demand for 3.50 dollars per hour. The strike follows prior wage talks and aims to press the raise.
Ore Feb 16 E Schimpff a manager at a North Paettic fire company killed himself in a barn at the brewery by firing bullets into his brain. Three others were injured but survived. The cashier’s alleged crookedness is blamed for the tragedy. He was years old and unmarried.
Patrolman Brown fought with Hert Johnson on Wet Road Avenue and Spring Street. Brown was beaten and taken home by friends. He later said his wife was sick and he would not report for duty. Althew Chief Sullivan promised an investigation but progress was unclear.
At noon today Paina and Minister Squires of the United States signed a treaty defining the United States naval stations at Quantanamo and Bahai Hunde. Every request of the American government is granted, with plans for hall Monday events and private season dally.
Classified snippet advertises paid work at five dollars per hundred, requests dime and form by mail, mentions Grand Nowleverd and Chivas, cites a motto and advertising goods, includes a street contact First and Pike and a phone line 3088, tone resembles a midwestern small town notice.
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