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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1902
Page
3
Tracy was confirmed seen at Ingall's ranch and again near O'Neill's hophouse earlier today. He was spotted a mile from O'Neill's at 2 p.m. and bloodhounds crowd the area as a search roundup proceeds before sundown.
J. Mall, a laborer about 45, was found dead in a chair in his room at Terrace House near Fourth Avenue and Terrace Street at an early hour. Deputy Coroner WilSte states death came from heart disease after a brief stay in town only three or four days. The lodging-house keeper found the body rigid this morning and the man had been ill no longer than overnight. The body was taken to Hutterworth's.
The steamship Garonne carried 1200 passengers for the Argus excursion to Victoria with many turned away. A Majestic view of crowds followed. On shore, visitors enjoyed sights and amusements. Lola Williams and Ada Wilson face larceny charges before Justice George. HM O'Brien was arrested for operating a money paying sift machine and posted bail.
The detached bell tower of Marks church about 20 feet high toppled this morning and crashed into the piazza. No lives were lost. the cathedral and doge palace escaped damage though the royal palace incurred a corner hit. The tower dated to the 10th century.
Johnstown Pa July 14 State Mining Inspector Broderick orders Cambria Steel Co to resume operations in the mine where the disaster occurred. Only the Kinddike section is excluded for a few days until security is ensured. Total deaths reported are 14.
The Seattle theater staged a weekly run of the farce U and I with John Leon portraying the German and James J. Post as the Brazilian comic partner. The cast included Charities Fleming as a despotic janitor and Baby Ethel Hawkins, a seven year old who sings and dances with veteran poise. Specialty turns by Rand, Byron, Ormedy, Whiting, Ashley, and Poet drew strong notices.
Boston officials report the death of Mrs Elizabeth Daly mother of Dan Daly Lucy Dealty Ward and Margaret Daly Vokes at Kevere. The Daly family is noted in theatrical circles with deep ties to the stage community.
The report states Jomepe dese also called Prench and Le Troy fell under investigation last night. Authorities suspect he came to the city for crooked work during the Elke carnival while Le roy, tied to Seattle records, is described as a noted bunko man Thempeon and known to police across coastal cities.
Prices for corn collapsed this morning with figures slipping to 801-2 amid large receipts and rising estimates. Gates hinted at a settlement with shorts today but terms were not accepted.
Bruce was acquitted on Saturday of the charge of having received deposits as a director of the Scandinavian bank when the bank was solvent. The defense presented four witnesses before the court was instructed to return a verdict not guilty. Judge Joiner granted the motion and instructed the jury, saying the evidence did not warrant any question of the defendant's guilt.
In London on July 4, newly appointed premier Balfour spoke to cheering supporters. He said he would rely on his followers and coalition. The retirement of Hicks Beach from the cabinet triggered a regation in the government.
London reports Lord Salisbury has resigned the premiership of Great Britain and Mr. Balfour is appointed in his stead. The move comes amid a wish for a quiet close to a long political career with cabinet changes anticipated after the transition.
Minister Wu Ting Pang is recalled and Wu Ting Pang plans a life story for publication in America. He expects to return to China soon amid a proposed promotion. Sir Liang Chen Tung, age 40, succeeds Wu as minister in Washington with progressive ideas.
Washington July fourteenth The president in a general order relieves Chaffee of command of the division of the Philippines effective September first and names Gen George W Davie to command all forces there Chaffee to lead the department of the coast. Ada Witton and Loii Williame two colored women were arrested on larceny from the person charge by Detectives Hubbard and Freeman. Andrew Mrickwon said they obtained a few dollars from him and Erickson is detained at the jail pending inquiry.
Frederick J. Grush fell from a slowly moving Pine Street and Broadway car at 10 oclock last night and was found insensible. He was rushed to Providence hospital where Dr Head diagnosed intoxication rather than internal injury.
A lady's brown leather pocketbook containing a small sum of money was taken on a James street car yesterday afternoon around 3 o'clock. The finder turned it in to the police station, where the parcel awaits the owner.
Judges hear the case of J. Halbaun's land near Sunnydale condemned for a new county road in Judge Griffin's court today.
The court hears Thomas Considine versus M J Gallagher over 2600 for unfinished dwelling work. Harvard Club House Company disincorporated by Judge Tallman. Fr Kottenstein awarded 200 against Beattie Electric in Judge Griffin’s court. A marriage license was invalidated for Lyman Strong of New population and Margaret Coutts of Beattie.
FP, Howard was arrested last evening by Officer Bunnell on a charge of carrying a concealed weapon. Howard, a carpenter, was said to be on a railroad avenue flourishing the gun when the officer noticed him and promptly arrested the offender.
Edward C. Wardner, 76, a civil engineer with ties to Alaska and Chicago, drowned while bathing near Madrona park, Lake Washington. He disappeared for about 45 minutes before divers retrieved his body. Wardner, engaged to be married in Chicago, resided at the Demacy house and had many Seattle friends. his remains lie at Butterworth & Son's undertaking parlors.
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