19 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1902
Page
1
The Seattle Chamber of Commerce passed a resolution endorsing a plan to establish a municipal electric plant at Cedar Falls. A division and standing vote showed members favored the municipal plant by two to one.
A Seattle reader argues that municipal ownership of the electric plant would raise taxes and shift costs from users to all taxpayers. He cites disbursements, depreciation, and interest figures, claiming city light receipts and public lighting expenses show potential savings and a lower rate for residents overall.
Citizens debate the value of Tacoma municipal lighting with Mayor Campbell citing savings and faster payback. The report notes depreciation, construction costs, and differing calculations by Lukes and the Star. A Seattle merchant recounts lower Tacoma bills versus Seattle charges based on meter readings.
In INA on Feb 19 rioting and clashes between troops and strikers escalated as mobs gathered in Interbay. The battle ended with casualties among troops and strikers amid renewed expectations of further outbreaks and growing sympathy actions locally. The Interbay Improve Club plans a meeting at 4 PM to discuss road and postal matters.
Unclear text reports Almasrai Dewey and the Henry team invited to attend the 824 banquets linked to a party in Manila. The note mentions Mma Wey is seriously ill and accompanied by someone, casting doubt on scheduled events.
At the depot last night a quarrel over a loan led to three women, two of whom planned to see Leo Devere off to Chicago, accusing each other of borrowing sixty dollars. Devere claims her friends tore her fur collar and feather boa and fled. this morning warrants were issued for Ray Blanchard and Ethel Newman on assault and battery charges.
Strangled himself with a towel and handkerchief in his King county inmate cell Monday night in Walla Walla. He had four months left to serve and tied his feet from the floor to complete the act.
Chicago ITIL February 19 Members of the Knights of Pythias across the nation mark the 50th anniversary of the order. Founded by Justine H. Rathbone in Washington DC the fraternity exceeds half a million members with steady growth.
From Rome reports say the pope has formed a committee to determine which Bible portions are divinely inspired. No discussion or official reason has been disclosed and unconfirmed rumors suggest many portions may be eliminated.
A review of recent Democratic primaries shows J. W. Goodwin leading in most wards, with Bailey as a distant rival. Analysts expect Goodwin to win on the first ballot and possibly be nominated unanimously. Other wards favor Navin, Fits, Ryerss, and Calhena for council seats amidst a close contest for corporation counsel.
The Prohibition party of the city meets this evening in the Collins building to nominate candidates for the upcoming municipal election. Churches are invited to send delegates and an active campaign is planned. Everett Smith is viewed as the likely mayoral candidate.
Carpenters began work this morning to build a home for the George A. Fisher family at Green Lake. Officer Ridgway secured lumber from Bryant Lumber Company in Fremont last night and paid part of the $67.56 bill. $19 was deducted by the supplier, leaving $47.55. Ridgway paid $19 and now owes $24.56. The family will be comfortable once the house is rebuilt and clothing is plentiful.
Valet Jones testified in the Patrick murder trial about a plan to write a new will for Millionaire Rice. He described Patrick’s aim to secure the bulk of the victim’s property, matching prior sensational statements.
Senate debate on the Philippines tariff bill opens with Senator Lodge presenting documents on alleged cruelties by American soldiers in the Philippines. Taft comments on climate and health conditions, noting hot days, cool nights, and issues around infant nourishment in the islands.
The sightkeeper reports wreckage from an unknown schooner near shore half a mile out. No identifying marks were found on the deck, watch, chain, or belt, though a leather belt and fishing line suggest a belted survivor. Rubber belting and a London chronometer mark may aid San Francisco in identification.
The article notes clearances totaling 608,187.22 dollars with balances listed at 349.72 dollars. It mentions Seattle as the locale and references routine bank accounting figures.
A new site at the northwest corner of First avenue and University street is proposed for the Carnegie library. W H Whittlesey presents land owners Joseph, Jacob and Samuel Frauenthal’s offer of 96000 dollars. The proposal cites space, light, accessibility and proximity to streetcar lines as advantages. The matter is referred to the committee of the whole for review alongside other sites and a Rainier Heights club resolution favoring the Yester property.
The board of public works approved Seattie Electric Co to build a double track on Cedar street from . . . to Fourth avenues and granted Pacific Coast Co a permit to plank Railroad avenue between Lenora and Hianch ard streets. Beattie Cataract Co received permission to erect a pole line from the new power house downtown. Minor street contracts were awarded and work will begin at once.
The Women's Century Club passes resolutions favoring readmission to the United States of Chinese and Japanese domestics who once worked here and speak English. They urge chamber of commerce endorsement amid labor and business opposition, noting strong Western sentiment and recalling Canute and China rhetoric.
A 1902 letter from Snohomish County Central Committee voices strong Populist unity, urges King County to abstain from personal crisis alliances, and pledges to nominate a straight Populist ticket, criticizing fusion with Republicans and noting Populists who voted with Republicans last campaign.
In Portland on Feb 19 the state circuit court ruled that union banners carried before a business constitute a nuisance enjoinable by equity. The banners labeled the restaurant unfair and urged labor allies to avoid patronage for several days.
Under a ruling received by Postmaster Stewart, third class parcels may be designated on the outside wrapper. The order, issued by Hadwin C Madden third assistant postmaster general, notes repeated complaints nationwide and aims to provide public convenience by changing the prior ruling.
Testimony in the Starr-Dode collision inquiry was taken by Captains Bryant and Cherry of the United States marine board. Officers of both steam era fleets were examined and blamed the other vessel for the crash. The investigation ended at noon and a decision will come in several days. The ships, returning to Seattle from Whatcom, collided and fought fiercely.
The Treasury Department reports a shortage of 497.77 in funds for the Seattle federal building site. District Attorney Gay of Seattle is asked to persuade property owners to accept the reduced amount until Congress provides new appropriations.
London reports the Russian ambassador to the United States sought a Washington meeting to discuss the Anglo Japanese alliance but was unsuccessful. British press reacts with jubilation and sees a lesson in unity of Anglo-Saxon nations. The Times editorial hints at a looming US Britain defense alliance.
Jeffries reports his condition continues to improve and expects to be out in a few days, signaling a speedy return from illness and resumption of public duties.
Judge R A Ballinger favors Union Street as the best library site citing proximity to residence and business areas. He dismisses sentiment and notes the Union Street location offers a wide park area and a long future patronage potential, unlike other sites.
Washington Feb 19 Representative Jones introduced a bill in the house to appropriate 60 600 acres of government land for the Soldiers and Sailors home at Orting. The land would be placed at the home’s disposal with title vesting in the Institution.
Circulars issued inviting bids for lumber brick hardware and miscellaneous building material for the new lighthouse at Admiralty head. Interested parties may obtain the lists and forms at the engineer's office room 602 Burke building.
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