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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1901
Page
3
The race notes from July report at 3 15 p m the Constitution leading the Columbia by about 16 minutes and the Independence by at least 5. The Independence appears over-estimated and not in the same class. Constitution likely to win by about an hour and a half. Constitution finishes at 452 with Columbia 20 minutes back and Independence shortly after.
Powder Santa Cruz works exploded at six this morning wrecking two wheel mills. W. H. Darling, an employee, was killed. The amount of powder destroyed is unknown. The walls remain standing but the roof collapsed.
At 2:15 this afternoon the Considine hearing resumed with A N Summerfield testifying about the shooting near Second avenue and James street. He described hearing a small report followed by a loud one and three rapid shots. Other witnesses, including L Whitworth and J M Guild, provided accounts of shots and a dyn amite claim while Guild’s divorce petition was denied for insufficent grounds.
The 73 year old Geo a Truix died of heart failure reported to Deputy Coroner Wiltsie this morning.
Seattle contractor Day has signed a contract to build two offshore lighthouses in southeastern Alaska. The Sentinel Island station will be two stories with a large attic, no windows, a central tower, and a concrete foundation. A circular lantern and two flags will be housed in a round tent. Oil will fuel the beacon and a one year oil supply will be kept on site. A land house will feature a fog signal station at Southeast Five Fingers.
The government plans a unique concrete lighthouse complex with living quarters for keepers on the second storey. The project aims to begin immediately, racing to completion as the farthest north government structures. Locations include Eldred Rock Ralston Island Point Retreat Point Gardner Cape Ommaney Point Stanhope Fairway Island Guard Island Mary Island Cape Fox and Cape Fanahaw.
Rivers and harbors committee members praise a handsome souvenir titled The Lake Washington Canal and the Commerce of the Pacific edited by Secretary Meikle Butt. The gift, bound morocco, includes an exhaustive canal project resume, Seattle commerce stats, and photographs, given to each commissioner and local editors.
The Board of School Directors meets tonight to open bids for supplies for the next year. A decision on locating the Industrial school on Mercer Island is expected, with the Caulkins estate site favored for space and exercise opportunities. Supt. Hartranft supports the Caulkins property. action is anticipated tonight.
Lix bridge carpenters arrived in Vancouver from Portland hired to work outside the city. They learned a general strike was in effect on FP Road and agreed to return to Portland after meeting with the Trades and Labor council president. They travelled by way of Victoria to avoid alien labor law concerns.
Milwaukee July 4. Wr. F. Fitzgerald president of the American Shipbuilding Co. was burned to death in his Lake Nagawicka country house cellar. His coachman William Grunwald was fatally burned. a candle struck a gasoline leak causing an explosion.
The China Mutual Steamship Co and Frank Waterhouse Co in Seattle face three ships stalled by machinists strike action. Pak Ling and Kintuck released for government transport work were changed by Moran Co and must be returned. Garonne remains at West Seattle for repairs after settlement. Delegate Dane reports on coastwise concessions and lists proposed sites for a federal act, including properties on Pine Street and Union Street with varied prices.
The Farallon under Capt. Gus Nord arrived this morning from Douglas Island with 650 tons of concentrates and 27 passengers. It departed Juneau at midnight July 3 and brings no later news than the Queen. The vessel plans to call again tomorrow night for Lynn Canal ports and will carry dynamite gasoline and other explosives.
Frank Miller quarrelled with his sweetheart Cora Klein and went to the South High street crossing of the Hocking Valley Railway. He poked his head under a freight train’s wheels and was killed. his jaw torn off and skull fractured.
In Madison Park Sunday a crowd watched Gladys Cook and Maude Somebody scuffle over a man. After slipping into a hair pulling brawl they exchanged slaps and blows until a park policeman intervened ending the fight.
Marshal J. FB. Hepler of Columbia realigns duties to take effect August 1. Mrs. C. Walters of Ballard visited county farm inmates with flowers and kind words. Georgetown Presbyterian church TY. F. & Ck. held services at the county hospital Sunday.
Fire swept Colebrook Nevada today destroying 18 business structures and causing about 150000 dollars in damage. Authorities reported rapid response and no immediate injuries. Injured or displaced residents were not immediately listed in local notices.
Large Sunday gatherings filled the water front as the battleship Oregon anchored in Port Orchard narrows drawing about 3 000 spectators. Excursion boats manned by Skagit Chief from Everett and rivals Inland Flyer Fairhaven George E Starr Athlon boosted pleasure travel. Algoa, the government ship to the Philippines, is expected to arrive from San Francisco this week carrying 6000 tons. The Board of Public Works awarded Stirrat & Goeta six water main contracts across Madison, Sixteenth and Broadway streets, Jack son and Eleventh avenues, totaling tens of thousands of dollars.
The jury returned a verdict for Edwin Ea keleen awarding $11 606 after his leg was cut off by a car on Railroad avenue last September. His foot became trapped between two railroad planks as he tried to cross the tracks, and the city was found negligent for not keeping the thoroughfare safe.
An enthusiastic crowd watched Frank J. Cotter pace a tan dem to set the Pacific coast mile record at 2:01.6 over eight laps. J Le Millhouse won the mile amateur in 2:07.25, four seconds below the coast amateur mark. Cotter also claimed the two mile professional handicap in 6:92 with Allen second and Virgil Hall third. McNeil won the mile amateur final heat in 2:32.25. Millhouse second and Seaton third.
James Knox Taylor, U.S. Super via architect, surveys proposed federal building sites today. He travels unannounced, visits several options, and avoids a fixed program or escort, to see what each site offers without interference.
Preliminary meetings concluded and delegates begin formal gatherings. Daytime and evening programs include devotional and evangelical services with noon evangelistic meetings held citywide.
Alice Wagner of Cincinnati was found unconscious on the riverfront Saturday afternoon rescued by authorities and later removed by a school friend’s family after newspapers reported her plight. Mina Wagner planned a San Francisco trip with Etta Martin, leaving with 1.50 and depleting funds as her strength failed.
The continued hearing of former policeman A. H. M. Mefford before the Civil Service Commission is postponed to tomorrow with possible times at 1 PM or 7 PM. The delay followed Secretary Grout’s absence which interrupted the planned 1 PM session.
In Philadelphia the Harney and other millionaire families fear for their safety after an infernal machine loaded with gunpowder is sent to Laura Harney. Detectives are watching their homes. A letter demanding 81000 on threat to kill a family member was received by Hawker Farney, and another demanding 10000 to threaten Mrs. Sharpless.
The Seattle audience filled the MacDowell company's opening with Sardou’s strong Italian master despite a solemn and unhappy finale. Miss Stone drew the largest attention and proved a Seattle favorite, while Jack Webster as Mario Carvaradonsi and MacDowell as Le Baron Scarpia received praise for their performances.
Review notes dramatic contrast as La Tosca inspired by love and jealousy unfolds at the Third Avenue theatre with Maclowell and Bardou in rival roles. Fedora follows next week, while Too Much Johnson draws crowds. The venue transitions to new decor and upcoming attractions.
The city will hold a civil service examination for the positions of claims agent and clerk of the municipal court tomorrow in City Hall.
Portland defeated Bpokane 17 to 12 yesterday advancing to a fourth straight win. Bpokane was retired in order after scoring only in the first inning.
The article outlines summer dress rules with lighter garments, straw hats, and silk bands. It favors dark blue serge and double breast coats, linen and crash abandoned, and fannel for golf and tennis. Bow ties prevail with soft shirts. wing collars and tan shoes remain in style.
Detective Phillips and a posse arrested nine striking miners in Kentucky near Thacker West Virginia. Two Daniela brothers were among the captives. they carried Krag-Jorgensen rifles. Officials say nightly fire from Kentucky side had pressed operators. Prisoners jailed in Williamsport awaiting Kentucky court action. Union members warned by federal injunction notices posted on poles and fences.
The Wagner’s Rand tribute by the Tron Trades Council honors machinists boilermakers moulders pattern-makers and blacksmiths for their work at the Armory. The date of the event is not forgotten.
Friends and comrades of Gen. Daniel KH Bickles present a portrait to the Union League of Philadelphia. A separate notice lists new offerings including bath houses and a special sale call at M. D. Pease with millinery and fabrics at 1107 Second Ave, Johnson Co.
The Queen City Employment Office at 1014 Third Avenue advertises general housework girls and boys positions of all kinds. It invites applicants for cooks chambermaids waitresses second girls and other work for men and asks them to come to the office.
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