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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1901
Page
4
Weather improves in Alaska with temperatures now well above earlier extreme lows. Attendance in Dawson schools is irregular as residents face scarce provisions and ongoing blockade effects disrupt travel and trade. Officials expect movement once connections to White Horse via Skagway are cleared.
Fragmentary report notes a test at Hell Gate and a road project between Daw and Grand Forks. Mentions a manager, backing from John D. Rockefeller, and Standard but lacks complete details or outcomes.
The article notes that Elorah’s motion was denied in the Pearl Mitchell murder case. It mentions possible government interference and that no further hope has been offered, with speculation about mediation changing by March 2.
Jan 23 report says the big steamship Senator, Patterson, ran ashore at Portland island briefly after striking the rocks. It backed free, returned to port, then sailed toward Juneau with captain below deck, pilot Capt Beecher aboard. later the ship arrived safely in Skagway at 4:39 PM without injuries.
Reports from Dawson indicate widespread inquiries today as authorities and residents discuss a mounting series of events. Details remain sparse but officials confirm multiple leads are being pursued and no injuries have been reported.
Dispatch from Port of Spain reports savage fighting on the main near Gutra and Carupano between the Venezuelan government and revolutionists. Federal forces suffered complete and final defeat, marking a decisive turn in the conflict.
The four masted schooner A. M. under Captain Pearson has arrived at Honolulu, having been cut from Cape Flattery. The voyage, typically two days, carried 560,000 cedar and fir poles consigned to Honolulu from Ballard on the Baxter, departing in November 1996.
United States Consul L Edwin of Vancouver advocates a large appropriation to fund a stream tributary project on the Frazer River in American territory. He plans to go to Olympia soon to present his views to the House Committee on Fisheries.
Ballard awaits a possible census recount after Lu White contest over justice. J B Lucas seeks revocation of an appointment and $1200. Semi annual Ballard school exams wrap up as new Broadway Fourth Ave building opens by Feb 11. A benefit concert proceeds Feb 14 at the council chamber. The schooner Stimson loads lumber. tug Lumberman is repaired at Heckman shipyard.
London Jan 29 report cites a credible belief that cordial relations exist between King Edward and Lord Salisbury the premier, but says the prime minister may be forced to resign under pressure from the queen.
In Dawson the Northwest Mounted Police stopped a violent bout between Collier and McHugh after rough second round theatrics. The fight drew biting clinching and a wave of unsportsmanlike conduct prompting authorities to intervene to prevent a repeat of the disgraceful display. The case underscores rising concerns over policing such exhibitions in the Yukon.
Representatives Cushman and Jones report assurance from Gen. Greely that no delay will hinder laying the cable. The proposal links the Seattle to Juneau line with a switch from Seattle to Skagway, spanning nearly 400 miles.
In San Francisco on January 9 the McKenzie contempt case against the mine receiver was submitted to Judges Gilbert, Morrow and Roe sitting en banc after testimony and defendant's refusal to testify, following counsel advice and opposing-argued hearings.
Butte Montana January 29 two men Geo W Kingsbury and Anthony Smale fell from an elevator lift and were instantly killed. Their bodies recovered from the shaft bottom. Authorities believe gas overcame the miners causing the fall.
Illustration shows a bolero update featuring a vertical stripe of heavy liberty satin edged with narrow Turkish embroidery reed, highlighting a fresh design detail.
Amusements note that Kidnaped at the Grand features excellent scenic effects and hearty action including a brooklyn bridge plunge. Regular Wednesday and Saturday matinees planned. Hal Reid's Knobs of Tennessee expected at Third Avenue with a strong rustic mountaineer cast. The Searchlight on Second Avenue shows notable views.
W Baker of Chicago visits Seattle with son Chas Hebaker of Sno queue Power Co to review Nia investments. He notes Chicago Commercial Club Beattie excursion details unresolved but expects 30 to 40 members to travel, potentially representing a billion dollars.
In Kansas City a youth not over 24 forced Cashier Irvin of the Standard Oil Co to surrender cash between 500 and 1000 dollars. He locked the cashier in a closet, then escaped on a passing freight train. An hour later a passerby freed the man.
F. BE. Ward general superintendent arrives in Seattle in a private car with his mother and sister. R. C. Stevens Western passenger agent returns from Spokane and Portland where he appoints J. C. Brant as city passenger agent. Elevena reports good business and prosperity in towns visited. Everett Byron Cascade division head also in city today.
Alfred J. Brooks, designer and superintendent of battleships, arrived in Seattle to take charge of the new war vessel built by Moran Bros. Co. He says work will start immediately and the keel laid within six weeks, with the ship possibly named the Georgia unless Congress acts otherwise.
Albion Miller of Minneapolis asks San Francisco police to locate his son Bert H. Miller who vanished from Contra Costa County last August, the mystery prompting a broad search.
G L Christenson arraigned in Tacoma superior court for the murder of William Gartman at Old Town. His attorney ill, plead by tomorrow. He intends a self defense claim that Gartman and other longshoremen rushed him with timber to beat him, leading to Gartman's death. The note mentions Victorian sailing schedules for Alaska ports.
Sues the G N Thos Nelligan commenced suit against the Great Northern Railroad Co for 1105 damages. He alleges that while fulfilling a contract he was sent to Grand Forks Montana and put off the train over 100 miles from Cut Bank and forced to work where shelter was provided, and the situation affected his status.
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