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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1903
Page
2
The Seattle Star advertises single copies for one cent, weekly rates, and monthly subscriptions. It notes delivery by mail or carrier and asks subscribers to notify the office of address changes.
The National Wc. TU denounces Smoot of Utah for being Mormon and under church influence. The piece argues against religious affiliation as disqualifying and warns such attacks set a dangerous precedent. It contends corporations back many senators and urges focus on broader influence over mere faith.
Seattle’s council, stirred by a near miss with an ice wagon and a grand jury nudge, rebuked Police Chief Sullivan for not enforcing laws. The session focused on traffic enforcement while neglecting saloon, anti-vice, and other ordinances. A proposal to cut emergency police positions was floated amid talk of harsher actions.
The piece urges prosecutors to seek federal funds for extradition efforts and to support fugitives’ witnesses. It critiques Paris newspapers and anticipates a rapid monorail line tying London to Brighton Beach. It notes Roosevelt’s stance on appointing Black individuals to Federal posts amid a bleak southern mood.
The Seattle gathering to back Preston drew speakers including H Powell Woot Will H EB and Senator Moore the sole Democrat in King County. George H King and Representative Peassey of Asotin endorsed Preston while B C Graven and G Austin voiced confidence in their own electability. Len Wilson was urged to speak as the delegation pressed for unity despite mixed ambitions.
Fragmentary notices show Bennett seeking to order or remoter jewelry at Colonial OM with references to tolental block and related items. No clear dates or outcomes are readable.
The report details a chaotic party contest as Republicans gain a two seat majority on joint ballot while Democrats are seated and unseated in a sequence. Governor Laue and pro tem Adams preside as Senate acts separate from House, with rumors of delaying a United States senator election to settle legislative contests.
London reports a high treason trial beginning with Colonel Arthur Lonoh, MP, arrested on June Ul during his return from the continent. The defendant, once a South African War correspondent, later served in active duty. The case centers on his alleged actions connected to wartime activities.
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