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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1906
Page
3
A January government visit sparks rumors of land fraud in Jefferson County. Officials say two cases involve separate tracts, with alleged perjury and concealed homesteads as investigators probe a growing scandal. No arrests or charges yet, but interest remains high.
Articles of incorporation were filed with the secretary of state on February 27 listing False City Lumber and Shingle Company Seattle valued at 15000 dollars Marton Reeds Bank Seattle 25000 dollars Clapboard Manufacturing Company Seattle 10000 dollars Madison Park Drug Company Seattle 16000 dollars Detmer Woolen Company of New York appointing Theo H Ramm of Seattle as state agent
Councilman Mullen's ordinance extends water rent due dates in three districts. District 1 now February 28, district 2 March 31, district 3 April 30 1906 to reduce confusion from a recent change.
Councilman Murphy introduced an ordinance in the city sector last night to create a permanent humane officer position. The salary matches that of a city patrolman, aligning compensation with existing public safety roles.
John Qualman a Michigan capital investor announces a six story hotel to be erected on the corner of Sixth Avenue and Cherry Street. The structure is projected to cost $100,000 with plans prepared by C P Downe and Co, who will manage construction details.
The Brooklyn flagship of Rear Admiral Bigsbee and the Chatta hooga and Galveston have sailed for Piraeus Greece. Efforts to locate Tarant W Durham, a Philadelphia politician thought seriously ill at a Southern California health resort, are unsuccessful. A man named John HM Waterhouse, from Seattle and Nome, was arrested in St. Louis on forgery charges after presenting a $100 check in William Loeffel's name. he arrived from Seattle with a newly married wife who claims she is penniless.
The Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers association approves a 2 per thousand rise for most grades except railroad ties, covering common stock flooring dimension siding and finished stock. The hike will be implemented coastwide with March shipments aided by a car shortage relief plan discussed in Tacoma.
Douglas Myde eminent Gaelic writer and lecturer may speak in Seattle next month. An arrangement exists for Portlangd and Bookane with plans to bring him to the city. From here he will go east to Butte and Denver. founder and longtime president of the Gaelic League. 1892 onward as a leading writer on Gaelic.
Kid Krant backs The Star sports desk alleging Robbie Landie canceled their scheduled fight. Krant says Landie refused to sign eight days before, demanding a 135 pound limit at 6 pm which Krant could not meet. Krant now heads the National Athletic club in Stockton California.
Joseph Jordan testified in the Patrick case perjury trial that he served a term in Texas for horse stealing. He insisted his prior statements about a conversation with Jones were true and that Jones said Patrick did not kill Rice.
Montaville Flowers the monologuer will perform his adaptation of Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice at Christensen's Arcade hall on Wednesday evening as the Y. M. C. A. star course sixth number. The Steamer Jefferson arrived last night with 45 passengers and about 200 tons of perishable freight to be moved inland over the trail.
This feature describes Benjamin’s pursuit of becoming a machinist, outlining required steps, apprenticeship terms, and expected pay from 45 cents daily to around 1 a day over four years. It discusses job hunting, securing a shop contract, training on chipping and basic machines, progressing to lathes and drill presses, and finally earning journeyman status with wages up to 4.50 a day.
Roddy a cook was arrested at 3 15 this morning by Patrolman Mallen on charges of stealing several coins a neck fur and other wearing apparel from a woman in the town. Roddy says he accompanied the woman to her room and she robbed him of 15 dollars. He plans to square the matter with the court this afternoon.
Review notes a crowded Star Theatre audience for a burlesque bill led by Princess Trixie the horse who performs tricks and music. Imperial Burlesquers offer stunts and comedians but fail to compare with past acts. prices rise Monday for a newer act. Pauline Moran shines with strong stage presence despite weaker chorus.
Health and pleasure resorts to salt all. The road of a thousand wonders to the Southern Pacific Co.'s Boenic Shasta Route and Coast Line. Tickets reservations and descriptive literature at Union Ticket Office 608 First Ave EB. E Ella Genl Agent.
A young woman’s lively stage antics and humorous stunts hint at a bustling show from the Imperials. Catchy songs and flamboyant costumes animate the performance while a quirky singing quartet gains a hit and joins a German band, as the act runs through the balance of the week in Seattle.
Flossie Clark a 19 year old resident of the restricted district was arrested early this morning by Detectives Adams and Corbett on suspicion of stealing two diamond rings from the room of an inmate at the Monte Cristo hotel 1906 Fifth Avenue The rings disappeared soon after her departure and police were notified at once.
Crown Prince Eitel Frederick wed Duchess Sophie Charlotte of Burgundy in Berlin in a civil ceremony by Count Wade and a religious rite by Dr. Dryander. About 1,000 guests attended a brief ceremony followed by congratulations in the Knights Hall.
Mayor Ballinger vetoed section 4 of an ordinance granting liquor licenses to several dealers. The council sent the query to the corporation counsel. The Woodland Park reservoir project aims to finish in two years with a 50 million gallon capacity and a $180000 appropriation.
Hinton Illinois February 27 The cane of alleged violation of the pineing laws was called this morning but court adjourned until afternoon. Some of the state’s leading lawyers are on both sides.
A Seattle Commercial Club resolution in late January aims to back local insurance firms. The committee reported that Washington state paid over 9 million dollars in premiums in 1905 and most commissions stay with San Francisco agencies. Backing local companies could curb the drain and build Seattle toward a financial center.
Councilman Crichton introduced an ordinance to regulate the construction of theaters and public assembly spaces. It follows recommendations from Fire Marshall Kellogg and city official Riplinger. A recall petition appears to have enough signatures for a vote at the upcoming destined recall.
Julius Charbeneau ran through mud and water on Railroaday to return a purse containing $200 and two Minneapolis tickets left behind at Ye Olde Curiosity Shop. He handed it to Mise Jennie Lane after grabbing the purse to avoid keeping tainted money and sprinted toward the moving train.
An ordinance introduced last evening in the council proposes widening Pike VIke 1 from 4th to 7th avenues to fourteen feet and to substantially improve the section up to Minor Avenue.
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