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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1902
Page
2
Clipped items describe Tracy in Seattle dire warnings and a London coronation tense scene. Reports mention 14 Tracys in Seattle directory and 1 000 Tracys cited, while guards lock streets in London amid civil war fears and inquiries into a Moorish envoy Saddik.
The piece argues that hate lingers even near death and contrasts Russia’s war aims with Britain’s. It suggests Russia sought Asia’s influence while Britain faced hardships in Africa, noting diplomatic snubs to Edward VII and a tense path to passports amid peace.
A Missouri cave discoverers traced to a cold air blast near Snell's Hollow, 45 miles below St Louis on the Mississippi. Horace Kep-hart and Albert Keevil, with others, lowered in with ropes and lights, then re entered with gear to explore about a mile in three directions from the entrance. The cave's full size remains unknown, promising to be among the state’s largest.
In Coon Du Chien Wisconsin a rattlesnake infestation spreads through a family’s property. Muns Hei, living in Beneca, sees his residence repeatedly menaced by large numbers of rattlers. After a den is found in a nearby cave and hundreds of reptiles surround the yard, Hei tears down the building to escape the threat.
Comed high Cincinnati reports Mils heim of Chicago paid $17,000 to G. Fisher a 24 year old man who will marry her. The agreement, drawn by a Chicago attorney, states Fisher may use the money as he pleases and the couple were married at the home of ritual friends.
Latrobe Pa July 10 Dr J J Peebles befriended Alfred Bamman of Baltimore a poor young man out
A man lent work, cured him of diphtheria, and faced repayment disputes. Eastman later offered $200, then sent a $1000 diamond ring by express. He struck rich in Alaska and Arizona gold fields, prompting a series of claims.
A finance committee session led by Treasurer Gormiey, Comptroller Engineer Thomson, and Chairman James decided the $199,000 library project bid was too high and will be reconsidered around August 20 after executive discussion.
Paris reports that W K Vanderbilt Jr was fined for nighttime speeding in the Place and comments from the Automobile Club note that drivers could avoid trouble by stopping and surrendering. Authorities seem pleased with a 15 franc penalty as sufficient. Meanwhile Mt Zion Baptist and African M church groups enjoy a Pleasanth delay picnic hosted by Athion and Port Orchard crowds.
The Van B Shake Union Improve Club meets tonight at May's fet in Latonia. City Engineer Thomson speaks on streets and sewers. The University Community Club is invited to attend.
The employer disbursed 26195.49 on the regular payday from multiple funds including General fund MAO8L17 water 1275.10 library 969.02 and pask 619.09.
Four members of the city chain gang attacked Fort Gilton near Green Lake defended by one woman and two boys. The gang captured a battery but leader Owen Roberts was severely injured. The fight lasted minutes as the attackers deployed in two columns and were repelled after a struggle. The incident followed a dispute over a barn on Green Lake Boulevard tied to street widening, leading to orders for removal and a confrontation with city officials.
Special to the Star Victoria B C July 10 With debate over legalizing salmon trap fishing about to begin about 100 applications for foreshore rights near Victoria have been filed If approved traps could spark a new canning industry along the southern strata of Vancouver Island The British Columbia government cancelled foreshore reserves starting today and many Victorians staked claims at daybreak as the run began
Minneapolis July 10 President Charies Eliott of Marvard was elected president of the National Educational Association this morning. W W Davidson Topeka treasurer W M Beardehear retiring president is now first vice president. Charlies Reeves of the was elected to the third vice presidency.
In San Francisco the superior court dismissed the habeas corpus actions filed by Spreckels and Leake and remanded them to police custody. A one day stay was allowed to seek a Supreme Court writ. Editors must be tried in Lee Allen county for the Gage belt suit as the Supreme Court grants a writ.
Prices sharply reduced across the store with average savings of about one third off regular prices.
Percy Cumming, a motorman for Seattle Electric Co., died in hospital after a timber load on a streetcar slipped. The timber struck the back of his neck as he stood by the car at 314 Cedar Street. His body was sent to Butterworth’s for burial per his sister in Colorado’s instructions.
In Pittsburg, July 10, a molten metal blast at a steel plant injured a group of workers. One man is believed fatally harmed and eight seriously burned as molten metal exploded near a blast furnace, with the cause attributed to material buildup.
Adjutant General Drain will issue an order soon naming the guardsmen summer camp in honor of the late Colonel Weite onberner, diverging from prior practice of using the governor’s name. The change follows a request by Gov. Mc.
July 10 report states the Boston Poet claims Harry Tracy of Oregon is a Boston man who lived in a tough district years ago and served a term in the state’s prison.
Little Salvador plans war against the United States after a court awarded $526000 in the Burrell case. The Salvadoran president and most Congress members denounced the award as a crime and scandal claiming bribery of the court officers. The award was issued in Washington by arbitrators including Canada’s Chief Justice Bir Henry and US appointee Dickinson with Dr. Rona Pacas representing San Salvador.
In New York on July 10 a conservatory water leak caused by a florist leaving a faucet running flooded the cellar and first floor then damaged an electrical alarm system. Police found no burglars but had to enter through a window to stop the water. Estimated damage about 1000 dollars.
Boston July 10 reports Colonel Albert A Pope and John D Rockefeller have gained a majority stake and control of the American Weyole Co Pope to direct affairs after resigning as chair five months ago Rockefeller and Pope now own most outstanding stock bought in the market at six to forty nine a share.
NO BAR TO SAGE NEW YORK July 10 Russell Sage plans to resume work in the Western Union Building as soon as the heat spell ends He says he will begin Monday and will not stay away Mia Sage notes he feels strong again and is unhappy being away from business.
Anderson will tell his tale of a terrible experience with Outlaw Tracy at Morrison's saloon 621 First Avenue. He invites the public to come and hear his account this week.
The page fragment lists dressmaking at Tocme 19 and 20 Downs eps and Mrs Hanson Spring millinery at lowest prices near Corner Fourth and Pine. Also shown are Madame A and Mirth and an engineer contractor for Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company with steel and iron work for building harbor improvements.
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