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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1901
Page
3
Dr J B Loughary of 725 East Denny Way was injured when a James street line car halted abruptly near the power house. He was thrown against a post with facial injuries including a broken nose after the gripman released the cable at the signal.
Thos H Payne, aged unknown, died suddenly at his residence 1148 Tenth Avenue South. He leaves a widow and two sons. Payne was a prominent machinist and superintendent of machinery installations, including work at Washington Iron Works. He belonged to the Odd Fellows, A H V W, and the International Association of Master Machinists.
Maj Ruhlen U S quartermaster opens bids at 11 o clock for storage facilities on the Thomas Seattle waterfront and for inland storage accessible by rail. Bids from Readmen Storage Co Security Storage Co Tacoma N P R RyCo Ac oma are listed with monthly rates and terms.
Joseph Alfred, 20, colored, took morphine in a rear room at 1216 Second Avenue last evening. He left a note saying he had no money or friends. Relatives unknown. The body will be moved to Mutterworth's mortuary. Coroner Hoye will hold an inquest.
Washington reports a department official says the Chinese outlook is somewhat cheerier and Waldersee’s expedition is treated as a bluff. Manila reports Fernando Rustan, general agent for a Spanish firm, arrested at Pagasjan in Laguna for aiding insurgents. he is the third company agent arrested and linked to Carman, the American jailed on a similar charge.
Henry Woods, a sewing machine agent and church member, struck a preacher after an alleged pulpit denouncement. Four bystanders intervened to stop further violence. Woods was arrested, claiming the reverend called him a thief and named him from the pulpit. no apology given.
G Mead Emery received his commission as fourth judge from Goe v Rogers this afternoon and will likely assume duties Saturday.
The Art League Bohemians host a February High Jinks event tonight in the Rainier Grand hotel porlors with a choice program to be presented.
A Minneapolis woman has challenged Miss Alice Mower of St Paul to a duel. Both are skilled fencers and former rivals who studied under fencing master Jean De Mevieles in Chicago. A chance meeting in St Paul rekindled hostilities, leading to the fatal wager.
A mix of bids from G N Elev ator Co Jacobs Trenholme U S Warehouse Co and others outlines monthly and per ton rates for a new wharf with warehouses at the foot of King Street. The Pacific Clipper notes a future figure session as about 12 bids are read from transport firms and private bidders for freight delivery and beach placement.
The steamer Al-Ki of the Pacific Coast Steamship Company arrives in Skagway early morning with a light passenger list and no news from Nome. She will sail again tomorrow at noon.
A report received by the Pacific Coast Co states that John Calana died instantly in a mine shaft accident at Franklin. Coroner will depart for the scene this afternoon to investigate the fatality.
Water was shut off from the Kenton hill and Queen Anne district at 1 o clock in the afternoon to test the new standpipe and pumps in the Nagle addition. It will be turned on again at 5 o'clock.
The National Bank of Commerce at Tacoma Washington has been designated by the secretary of the treasury as a depository for funds advanced to war department officers.
Olympia February 20 The Tollman railway bill creating a railway commission with governor appointive power was killed in the senate by a 20 to 14 vote.
The town faces a rough lumber shortage due to heavy building. Prices for clean logs rose 1 to 1.50 per 1000 feet as mills struggle to meet demand. Stetson-Post Lumber Co notes continued high output despite higher costs while Kerry Mill Co acknowledges strong demand but not a current shortage.
Guests enjoy Aeolian concerts at the Rainier-Grande Cafe from 6 20 to 10 12 p m with the Aeolian praised as unmatched. Special bargains on cook stoves and ranges offered by Z C Miles and Piper Co.
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Paris says France, likely under a Kusela lead, refused to back the expedition planned by Waldersee to interior China. The report notes the decision came amid tension over Chinese affairs and foreign military action.
Rev. Herbert H. Gowen delivered the fourth lecture in his Trinity Parish series. The talk, titled Mohammed and Talam, outlined four approaches to world religions and argued for an evolution toward one great truth. A large audience attended and enjoyed the lecture. next talk’s subject is not yet announced.
The Canadian Development Co. controlled by Chicago men placed an order in Pittsburg for a $100,000 rosel to ply the Yukon river. The purchase signals growth in northern river traffic.
Sarah E. Crockett files suit against Laura Guatin seeking 10008 for alienating her husband’s affections. The case ties to Crockett family litigation in superior court with Judge Griffins ruling that Hugh B. Crockett held two wives. Earlier, Crockett married Laura Guatin during his first wife’s absence, prompting division of community and other property claims after Sarah HB. Crockett contends improper service of summons at that marriage.
F. X. Schreiner received a court decision in a case against Delia Stanton for restitution of the second and third stories of the Sanderson block. The defense claimed lawful possession by verbal contract. Schreiner had previously notified quit on Nov 1, 1999.
Sheriff Cudihee and guards escorted a list of inmates to Walla Walla penitentiary late yesterday. Clem Reed robbery ten years Elisha Francia murder to second degree fourteen years Jas Lewis robbery debt years Joseph Simonda burglary three years Wm Roach robbery eight years Geo Howard burglary eighteen months Ed Griffin burglary one year Wm Powers burglary four years Jas Williams burglary one year eight Wheelright burglary two years Togo Jamoguchi burglary one year
Lincoln Ellis was committed to the Stellacoom asylum for the insane this morning. Ellie and his wife had lived happily for nine years, then he displayed neglect and claimed vast wealth. A warrant was sworn for Augusta Johnson, to be examined as to her sanity. Judge Griffin ordered custody of her minor children assigned to her husband.
H J and R F Moreland sue the city for 125 dollars over a Fifth Avenue South horse injury incident last March when a horse stepped in a hole and was shot. They allege the city was advised of the danger. Judge Bell’s department hears the case. Judge D Jacobs signs decision in Wy man versus Wyman divorce action granting divorce custody of a minor and half the real property.
Julius Gockler sued the Alaska & Pacific Coast Steamship Company for 2855 damages over a contract breach. The defendant failed to deliver perishables to Nome on a Robert Dollar voyage, leading to loss. The dispute settled early in the week for 6000.
Markets report ample live poultry arriving from Nebraska with stock suitable for breeding. Butter eases slightly as prices hold. cheese and dairy products see steady to firm levels. Seattle dock prices list grains hay poultry and dairy figures including oats at 25.60 to 26.00 and live chickens at 10 to 12 cents per pound.
Vague OCR fragment lists livestock items such as ducks calves sheep and cows with notes on dressing and stock l ogs. Mentions lambs and ewes with unclear quantities and prices. Documents appear to be a market or agricultural listing from a historical page.
A dense list of produce and meat prices appears, with lemons at 2.00 to 2.25 per box and limes at 6.50 per case. Other items include apples, cauliflowers, potatoes, greens, meats, butter, cheese, and poultry with varied regional pricing across items and units.
Guests in transit at the Ratnier Grand hotel include D. B. Foley proprietor of the Grand Central in New York with family, Joc A Clark a Portland railroad man, W D Owen a Vancouver Island lumberman, J A Mauthorn a Portland cannery man, A Sfagher ten a Victoria fisherman, John Eriksen a wealthy trader returning from Europe, S C Oldham a Bedro-Woolley lumberman. Other visitors include Dr J M P Chalmers Olympia, Geo hh Stoll Honolulu, Dr R Gumm North Yakima, A T von Ettinger Portland, Mrs Wm Henry Everett, A G Preston White Horse mine owner, J C Binet and T L Lamar Dawson city miners, Chee B Hill Mooshead Minn, W & Mees White Horse miner, W C Campbell Vashon merchant and postmaster, H W Price Juneau, F N Whitney Ketchikan, FE E Richards Whatcom lumberman, Clark Kinsey and N Adams Sedro-Woolley en route to Dawson City, W E B Taggert Edison merchant, J S Jameson Whatcom logger, Mowes Mark Couperville rancher, J McPherson Everett lumberman, E Hanson White Horse miner.
The Seattle High School track team and University of Washington freshmen meet at the university gym Thursday Feb 21 at 2 pm. Strong High School contenders Crook Gardner and Ray Weat face University prospects Jack Geary Lindey plus freshmen Hill Lindta Tente Walder. A post meet basketball game completes the program.
Passengers aboard the Victorian report an earthquake at White Horee on Feb 2 starting 12 40 pm lasting 39 seconds. Town residents were at lunch as dishes flew from tables and barrels rolled in a saloon. No serious injuries recorded. Clayton Breele, 23, dies in South Seattle.
Washington February 20. The president sent in nominations for W K Shafter retired to major general, Hayes to colonel, Cooper to lieutenant colonel, J M Hierry to captain in the navy, Dantel Atuart to commander, Marshal J Woodworth of California to United States attorney in the northern district of California.
The Arab to be dismantled in Tacoma within days. Glenroy to arrive from London and will carry freight to London. Wilhelmina sails to Portland to load grain for Liverpool. Santa Barbara sails from Ballard for San Pedro with lumber. Humboldt, overhauled in San Francisco, to arrive in Seattle Sunday and call at Lynn Canal on the 26th.
Lent marks 49 days of fasting and temptation as historic city churches hold daily services until Easter. Rev J P D Lwyd of St Mark's rector leads noon meetings for busy people at Hinito ladies' ...tor daily from 12 05 to 12 15 PM. All persons welcome. Society unwritten law postpones social events during Lent.
The Beatile theater features A Lady of Quality by Mrs. Frances Hodgson Burnett with Mins Hlair headlining. After a successful New York run, the show comes to town with elaborate scenery and royal imagery including King Edward VII as part of the program.
Washington news reports Senator Gallinger pledges an army bill amendment to spend 47.00 on books, stationery, gym apparatus, gardens, prizes, bands, and welfare items to improve soldiers' life as canteen abolition nears.
The steamer Victorian arrived from Skagway early today reporting no news from Nome due to sheltering from furious gales on the voyage north. Downstream run from Ketchikan took six hours, the fastest leg of the trip.
Beattie Electric resumes construction on the Lake Umentine project after a cave-in halted progress. Engineers redirect the route with a long curve around the hill to avoid future collapses. The straight to trestle plan is abandoned and completion is anticipated soon.
Four deaths reported with brief details including ages and locations. Fred Cartain age 4 died at Providence hospital. Thomas H. Hane age 4 died at his residence 1105 Tenth avenue south. John H. Beckman funeral from South Seattle residence at 19 o'clock this morning. Charles Wi gand funeral at 199 Twentieth avenue at 2 o'clock this afternoon. Niamonia Baker funeral from Latena residence at 10 o'clock this morning. Jerome Catlin funeral at First Unitarian church at 2 o'clock this afternoon. Interment at Lake View cemetery.
The Western Central Labor Union will hold a meeting tonight to discuss plans and specifications for the new temple. Unions reporting zero details favor no specifics as they are planned.
The Ping Suey rests at the White Star dock with much of its stern extending into the water. The vessel, too long for the wharf, will load general merchandise quickly including 6 000 tons of government feed bound for Manila. It will depart for London in about a week to ten days under contract to Frank Waterhouse Ltd. Nine more ships of similar size will be sent by the same firm periodically.
In Washington on February 2 the sundry civil bill was debated in the House. A remark by Hyee Renateree drew laughter and uneasy reaction from Senator Newlands as he suggested Nevada should be litigated or absorbed into California.
Malcolm Scott, well expert, returned from Copalis Point with favorable indications for oil on the Olympic Company property. He expects a 5 grade petroleum discovery and believes the new well will not exceed about 890 to 960 feet in depth.
Olympia news reports Senator Alber of Clallam Introduces a bill to abolish the state board of charities and control replacing it with an executive council formed by the governor lieutenant governor and secretary of state. The measure carries an emergency clause granting removal and appointment powers over officers and staff of the institutions under its control.
London report says a large Chinese army is assembling to oppose foreign forces. If the empress yields on the punishment issue, the hope is the expedition will compel the emperor’s return and detention until the powers’ demands are met.
The Grand Cafe plans Aegian concerts between 6 30 and 10 12 p m with a note on related bargains in cook stoves. Dr Carman has returned.
Tonight witnesses the final showing of Thos Q Beabrooke and his large company in The Rounders. A matinee is well attended this afternoon with The Angel of the Alley and fine scenic effects. Murray & Mack entertain on Third Avenue with Shooting the Chutes featuring originality and a pretty special tie.
Miss Eugenie Blair and her capable company will present the plays A Lady of Quality and Carmen during her engagement at the theater. The program showcases comic and dramatic works by a renowned troupe in this season.
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