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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1903
Page
1
Vatican bulletin reports the pope had rest and stable vitals with no major change in condition. Cardinals and doctors acknowledge long decline and uncertain time left as prayerful observers await further updates.
A movement seeks to locate the fire department headquarters at Seventh Avenue and Columbia Street to serve the business district and protect First Hill. A new station at Terry Avenue and Alder Street is also discussed to house all apparatus, with officials visiting First Hill to decide the best option.
A widow, Mrs H Lucas, is in custody dispute involving her three one year old children. Humane Officer Clark took custody yesterday while the case proceeds. The family previously lived in California until a recent home fire killed a child. Clark arranged two weeks care at a plant commune while the mother seeks work and funds.
A 7000 foot supply of 2 inch hose tested yesterday by city officials and the fire chief proved to meet requirements. The facility from a San Francisco manufacturer impressed officials during the public evaluation and was designated a suitable factory source.
A white prisoner, Kythe Will am Thacker, was taken by a mob from jail early morning and hanged to a tree near the courthouse. The mob, from FPexpert, had words about a murder three years prior, in which Thacker killed a young man after intoxication. Thacker had previous sentences but a new trial was granted. The mob remained orderly and dispersed after the execution.
The Longshoremen's union and Pacific Coast Steamship settled long standing differences on Sunday night averting a strike. A wage scale was set for Sundays and holidays with overtime rates and future Sundays and holidays payments tied to business growth. The agreement ended labor tensions as the union threatened action over stalled pay scales.
The article notes Platt’s birthday on July 15 and his residence in Owego Tioga county, marking him 70 years old. A small group plans an afternoon and evening celebration at the Oriental hotel Manhattan Beach, a long-time summer meeting spot.
Des Plaines begins its annual camp meeting, a two week revival gathering led by eminent Methodist leaders. The event runs through July 15 with daily services and a traditional summer religious assembly attracting attendees from the region.
The Telegraph stern wheel steamer, built by Capt. C B Beott, will arrive from Everett to the Colman dock after launch. It will spend a week for installations, then run on the City of Everett route, doubling service with the City of Everett once repairs at Everett are complete. Captain Parker will command the Telegraph.
Prosecuting Attorney Stone reportedly will drop charges against ex-Lieutenant Governor Lee for alleged bribery and against Layton the wealthy baking powder manufacturer for using money to influence legislation.
At a special meeting in Detroit July 16 the Pere Merquatte Palioad stockholders ratified the directors action authorizing the purchase of 3 million dollars of 6 percent mortgaged gold bonds of the Lake Iro trot patent of the deed to the Pere Marinette in January last.
The Kentucky Republican convention eyes a fall ticket head with Morrie B Belknap of Louisville Lowdeville, Augustus B Wilson of Louisville, and Clifton J Pratt, Kentucky attorney general, as leading contenders. A Roosevelt opposition resolution circulates, backed by Dr W Frey Hunter and Charles B Sapp, criticizing Roosevelt and urging his 1916 nomination.
Steamer Indiana arrives from Nome with passengers and 101 dollars. A reported contagious disease aboard proved unfounded. Revenue launch tow ahead sloop with contraband Chinese to Port Townsend. Arrows to resume Seattle Tacoma run. Nome liner J Paul sails from San Francisco for Nome then to Dutch Harbor to discharge stores for the Pacific Squadron. Shinano Maru from Yokohama with 2000 tons tea and 6 Japanese and Chinese passengers to Seattle Victoria. Nantrac loading coal at St Michael for Seattle as Triana sails. Herodot expected from Tacoma with Central American coffee and beer cargo. Denderrah of Kosmos to arrive about a week later.
Telegraph briefs report President Roosevelt consulting with Attorney Bonaparte of Baltimore to day regarding post office scandals and forthcoming prosecutions. Also notes a death in Auburn Maine and a manslaughter sentence in Pittsburgh plus Mother Jones Army arrival and a speech condemning capitalists.
At Monday city council, Councilman Kistler proposed an ordinance to curb youths hopping moving trains along the waterfront. Violators face a ten dollar fine or ten days in jail, or both, under penalties outlined in the measure.
Apokane, Wash July report follows Harry Maupin getting bumped in a rough Spokane Seattle game. The line score shows Seattle eight Spokane zero as Maupin drives Spokane to a win while Captain Hulen commits the only Seattle error. Carney pitched well for Spokane and Seattle’s hitters managed eight hits to Spokane’s one.
A cow and her calf drew cheers during the afternoon parade at the Hering Sea meadows where freed milk was described as a minus quantity in the show.
Former Commissioner A Van der Nation Jr of Ban Vencinga returns from a three week trip to Beattie Port land and Tacoma. He tells WH and Ban Francisco papers that Seattle surpasses San Francisco in municipal efficiency noting harmony among the Board of Public Works and hands on workers. He contrasts street sweeping plant quality and cost savings of city operations.
The Giwesh ball team dropped into the cellar after a rough day, as Beattie and Vertland led Lee Angeoie in a close Pacific Coast game. Beattie and Hite pitched for Los Angeles, while Tiglan debuted as shortstop for Beat tie emiform. Outcome and scores show Beattie’s squad edging past rivals with several marked innings at Recreation Park and other city venues.
The Gordon Bennett Cup races began in France in 1900 with the cup donated by Mr. Bennett to the Automobile Club of France. The first race ran Paris to Lyon, 1644 miles, won by Charron driving a Panhard in 9 hours 6 minutes. Early 1901 results and entrants from the United States and Ireland are noted, with mentions of Napier and Winton.
A short, ironic note praises a steady tonic as the best system builder for women who have tried others. It frames the tonic as a reliable solution and implies continued use for stability.
Reports from Nome chronicle tin mining activity with Cape York crews led by A D McQueen, plus another team in Solomon and Council districts. Drowned boy in Kolomma River. Ditto released after bond jump. Bella bench clean-up records claim 16 000 from 4 000 buckets. Nome railroad franchises granted. social-order disputes fail to close dance halls.
A rear end collision on the Interurban near Argo last evening left two passengers, Mrs. Hu. W. Gewell of 16 West Mercer St and Miss Camillia Erland of Twentyarth avenue south, injured. The express car failed to maintain distance. both train and coach suffered heavy damage likely over $200. Conductor Charles Fich and the express motorman resigned after the crash.
Judge Tallman ruled that two slaughter houses Carrtens Bros and James Henry must be removed as public health nuisances. Frye Bruhn Co was not enjoined from operating. Carstens Bros appeals to the supreme court after a prior 12 month removal deadline. Henry may appeal after buying the site for 26000 dollars.
The Manauense steamer's crew reports a record Pacific crossing to Muroran for coal and a rough leg from Hakodate to Vladivostok. At Nome Captain Connaughton hands command to Captain Kettleman. the crew enjoyed Japan and Geisha girls, with Fourth of July fireworks set off aboard the Lyra en route home.
A mix of city items reports Inder sentenced to two years with an appeal bond tied to H Cad Johnson arrest for theft from F H Hayes. Freekid Still, 76, dies at his Morrison Street home. Linda A. Thompson sues for divorce from Lawrence Thompson, married 1864. Seattle Newsboys' Union plans August 2 excursion to Pleasant. Weyerhauser arrives for a state tour. Robert Hitchcock granted divorce from Grace Hitchcock for cruelty.
In Brussels on July 1, a new class of automatic machines called every body's doctor will be installed in main streets. A penny in the slot provides remedies for ailments such as sick headache toothache cold and related illnesses.
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