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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1901
Page
3
The article notes widespread grip and influenza across Beattie and major cities. It cites damp weather as a trigger and urges prevention while reporting rising U S cases and deaths. Authorities warn the disease is not confined to one region with millions affected globally.
The Mystic Shrines of Michigan plan an excursion to Honolulu to establish a new temple. About two nobles and their ladies from various temples nationwide will depart Chicago on the Sopoma steamship, traveling via San Francisco, Seattle, and Puget Sound, with a royal reception on return.
Seattle becomes the Northwest hub for the New York Life Insurance Co as the Seattle office takes over all operations from Chicago. Premiums will be paid there and agents, including Hart and Judd, relocate from Portland and Salt Lake City as clerks are added. The company wrote two and a half million dollars in new Washington business last year.
Washington state reports that the navy will test Douglas fir samples three feet one and four inches wide for strength against yellow pine. If approved, fir could be used in Pacific coast battleships, improving economy and removing a handicap for Pacific bidders.
Amusement notes report the Belle of New York at Seattle theaters satisfying audiences with singing and dancing. The Colored Aristocracy company at the Grand continues to draw large crowds and features strong voices. Northern Lights at Third Avenue theater earns favorable notices for its military drama and effective production values.
The Seattle theater presents The Sorrows of Satan by Wm A Brady for three nights starting Thursday with a Saturday matinee. Marie Corelli readers flock to the show while others await the new stage interpretation of Satan and its contrast with past portrayals. Seats are now on sale.
Sitka Indians completed a large convention last month to abolish old customs and government methods. The Froga Eagles and the Crows were well represented with extensive speeches as the meeting progressed.
Pete the Indian rhinoceros, once the largest in captivity, died after a long life as a traveling star. Born date unknown, he was bought in 1860 by Frank Thompson and brought to America after a London circus. His temperamental shows included cage breaks and field escapades.
A morning blaze at 7 o'clock destroyed the Aberdeen apartment building housing five families in Chicago. Frank Crowell died in the fire while an unknown man is believed to be trapped in the ruins. Loss estimated at 3000 dollars.
The Seattle firm at Straus Johnson Co telegraphed the Mechanical Clothing Co for funds due February counting on a strong response. A premium sale with price cuts is announced to begin Friday January 18 to help raise the sum despite dull season and coal concerns. The manager urges Seattle residents to support the estate.
A lengthy discussion resolved questions on flags, clans, native chiefs, and old laws. The audience debated whether Indians should spend funds on clothing and food rather than lawyers, with chiefs and superstition noted among attendees.
In Sitka the tribes vote 1M to 2 to abolish clans and chiefs. The Frogs Kagion and Crows are dissolved for Sitka, signaling a major shift and a strong showing from younger members confirming the reform.
Building permits issued today include C Meyers for a one story frame home on Rochester Street costing 200 dollars. L C Reynolds to construct a two story frame house on Lake Union costing 700 dollars. W A Nelson to build a two story frame house at Homan and Kilbourn avenues costing 1200 dollars. F Daniel to erect a two story frame house at 1009 Pine Street costing 250 dollars. Geo W Miliott to build a one and a half story frame house at Green Lake costing 100 dollars. W A Morse to construct a two story frame house at 1911 Yesterway costing 2000 pounds.
The King County Police Department honors Sheriff Edward Cudihee with four gold shield badges during a ceremony led by Civil Service Commissioner Randolph. The badges feature a shield and eagle, include a one and a quarter carat diamond, and are inscribed Presented to sheriff Edward Cudihee by members of the collection January 14 1991. The badge cost 225 dollars and was made by a local jeweler.
At West Point on January 16 cadets and visiting officials clashed over testimony by Cadet Dean of Texas. Congressmen challenged his memory while West Point ladies protested alleged untruthfulness. Cadet Larnes defended fighting as essential and resignation if insulted, while a congressional member condemned West Point methods as bullying.
Washington January 16 the house debates the army bill theme clatteee proposing to strip any provision that would give the president power to raise the army from 65 000 to an unspecified higher level at his discretion.
In a sharp Senate debate Teacon's amendment to strike provisions failed 1 00 to 24. Opponents argued a large army was unnecessary and risked domestic dissent while defending actions to guard the Philippines. The Oriental arrived at San Camere from Seattle.
Local delicatessen at 00 Becond Avenue proclaims its meats are always fresh properly cooked and sliced to order for customers seeking quality deli products.
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