26 Jul 1906
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1906
Page
1
The piece explains a method to estimate ice block weight by measuring the three edge lengths of a square or triangular pointed block in inches, then multiplying the edges and dividing to yield pounds. It notes irregular blocks are less accurate and suggests 30 cubic inches per pound as a rule of thumb.
Reports from multiple cities describe grand jury actions and indictments against ice dealers accused of conspiring to raise prices. St Louis seeks to revoke charters and damages totaling 72100, while Seattle faces similar irregularities. Citizens press prosecutors to act as investigations spread.
The article describes Lyons of Kansas City claiming an original $6000 investment could yield $400000 in five years in the ice trades. It notes Lyons earned by buying at low cost and selling ice at higher prices while his combine costs about $1.25 per ton to produce and sells between $9 and $14 per ton. It also mentions Latimer and others seeking similar returns with large backing, and hints at surplus storage during the off season.
Lyons, a former state senator from Kansas City, began in the ice business in 1901 with $600, running two mortgaged teams. By season’s end he showed a $46,000 gain, and today his enterprises include multiple ice plants valued around $400,000. He testified he is in business for money, while others accuse ice companies of gouging.
City Engineer son reports assistant engineer that Thomeon's health has improved. Officials consider catching the train to Seattle this afternoon, else unlikely to travel until Friday.
Otto A. Badenhauer brakeman of a east bound freight was killed at Palmer junction when trying to board a lumber car. The engine and first car passed over him before the train halted. Witnesses were W. A. Stiles and James Monogal. He leaves a wife and served in the war.
Bank clearings show 1 161 508 92 on July 26 1906 and 1 082 612 07 on July 26 1905 with an increase of 5906 85 over the prior year Edward Chorrington state superintendent of the American Anti Se ction league writes C B Yande of the Chamber of Commerce that a medal for Valencia fireman John Segales may be acted upon favorably by the Carnegie hero fund commission in a recent communication from Commissioner Wilmot
Reports from St. Petersburg on July 26 indicate the czar aims to form a new cabinet and pursue constitutional reforms while averting terrorism. In Odessa Gen Kaul ta reasserts control as officers reform and discontent grows. In Washington the State Department is flooded with inquiries about relatives in Russia, lacking official channels for full details.
Lutech runs the Eagle saloon at Sec ond av and Wesler way without a license and has not reported violations to the police license and revenue committee. Acting Mayor Bowen vetoed a transfer of a license from Weeterhyde, but no report of the facts has been filed, and the saloon continues to operate in defiance of city ordinances and the box law.
County commissioners took no action on a Lake Washington canal bond issue this morning. The Chamber committee failed to meet, delaying a special election. Chairman Sedge Greene urged action. officials said they will not call an election unless pressed and would require James A Moore to post a bond covering election expenses.
City fishers fear a light sockeye run this year pushing prices from 15 to 40 cents per fish. A noted broker notes this should have matched a cycle year every fourth year but the run is about the same as two years ago, the poorest of the four. If trends persist, canneries on Puget Sound and Canada may face disaster with reduced catches and higher costs.
Mrs. F. T. Carleton reports a female thief took a purse containing $116 in pets from her room in the 224 Arcade building after she briefly left. A smaller purse with $7 in silver was also taken, the thief entering while she was away.
The department at Was grants local positions to seven clerks: Paul T. Mizony Oscar Jansen Gua H. Frazier Daly Joseph Whie August Heechker and Albert O. McLaughlin.
Stillswater Minnesota July 26 a bus baby was born to Stella Brennan of Minneapolis who is serving a life sentence for murder of three stepchildren. The child will be sent to the prisoner's mother in Michigan.
Twenty one cars loaded with troops moved through Fort Worth on July 1 en route to border posts. The unit vows readiness and says it will not be caught unprepared in case of further border outrages.
Deputy County Attorney Prig asks commissioners for a 4000 appropriation to cover expenses of a trip to Ireland for depositions and investigation into claims of the Sullivan estate. Chairman Smith notes state approval may be needed and discusses potential escheated property valued around 200000. Dr. Wheeler of St Paul, editor of Northern Pacific publication, arrives to gather data for his magazine.
The Star reports Chief Cook issued fire department rules without mayoral authority or civil service commission approval. Acting Mayor Bowen and others warn the rules lack force and create doubt about discipline. Officials say Moore was not consulted and the matter may have been overlooked by the civil service commission.
A Cap itol Hill resident’s wife left a watch chain and fob at First Ave and Washington St. The husband reported the loss to police who located the item at headquarters. Two longshoremen found it and handed it to Patrolman Damm. it was returned to the owner.
The largest realty deal of the week involves the purchase of the southeast double corner of Pourthay and James at for 136.00 dollars by BM Crane & Co on behalf of a local syndicate.
Five of the Mazama group will depart Bellingham tomorrow for the permanent camp at Mount Baker. The party has four more women than men among its members.
City council buildings and grounds committee reports no money to fund the new jail and hospital project. Plans would cost 147000 more than available, with no clear method to raise funds, so the ordinance was not acted on and construction stalls. In Cameron Dam clash sheriff militia faced Diets family as they resisted court orders, resulting in a likely fatal shot to Dietz and possible death of his son Clark.
In Columbus on July 24 Mise Tente Fristoe, facing a contempt charge in an attachment case, refused to reveal her age when asked by opposing counsel. The court ordered a direct answer, she defied, was jailed, then released later the same day on a writ of habeas corpus, age remains undisclosed.
The Alaska Steamship association representing five firms meets in the Butler hotel banquet rooms. Members include EB, J. Coyle and B. W. Greer of Canadian Pacific, who arrived in the city last night. Officials say only routine matters are before the group.
James Zeman and Miss Amelia Fernandis of Bryn Washington were married at noon today by Judge Davis in his private chambers within the Pioneer building.
City officials clash over Goldstein Jewelry license renewal with Comptroller Carroll, Assistant Corporation Counsel Todd, and Chief Wappenstein. Todd blamed a faulty ordinance for not allowing individual refusal, while Carroll wavers on renewal. The chief vows public warnings and prosecutions if renewal proceeds.
A Washington mining delegation met at the Maccabees temple to push mine development reform. George K. Rogers chaired the gathering where A. W. McIntyre of Everett spoke strongly for reform measures and Capt. B. F. Hand outlined plans. Additional brief talks came from Secretary Kennedy of Selida, Dr. Sheak of Los Angeles, and others. Gov. McIntyre was elected to the executive committee.
P G Coleman of Demopolis Alabama plans a two year globe voyage with $3 capital and a $1000 wager. He waits in Seattle for the steamer Dakota to Orient bound passengers. Coleman aims to live by on board work and odd jobs while promising dogs and horses as his two known skills.
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