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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1903
Page
1
In Jersey City four teens and railroad workers were hurt while a fire in the Delaware and Lackawanna freight yards swept through sheds starting at 1 o’clock. The blaze spread before crews arrived and destroyed about half a million dollars in freight and sheds. Injuries appear serious but not life threatening.
Deputy sheriffs probe the death of a baby girl found behind a store near Black Diamond Welvestay. A clue was found and Sheriff Cudihee said an arrest could come before tomorrow as investigators press the case. Authorities say the information obtained is being evaluated and suspects are being pursued.
James Baite, an ex convict, was found guilty of larceny from a person by a jury in Superior Judge Griffin's court yesterday. He faces a cumulative sentence as an habitual criminal, having served a term in the penitentiary before. The theft occurred last February from Alexander Friberg in a saloon while Friberg was intoxicated.
Dr Rust of Tennessee who had accepted the pastorate of the First Baptist Church in Seattle wired church leaders that ill health prevents him from moving to Beattie. The sudden reversal disappoints church members who had recently welcomed Dr Rust and his wife during a Beattie stay.
Accusations arise that clergy loan half fare permits to non clergy and for non parish missions, prompting rail lines to review the privilege. Officials warn ministers could lose the discounted travel rights if abuse continues.
Austria aims to build a large ship canal in Moravia and seeks American expertise. An international competition will invite engineers and scientists from major states for inspections, with Seattle named as the local representative handling submissions.
Railey Frank Wayne Frank Madden and Thomas Madden, labeled as bad men, were arrested by police in the Ruby saloon on Washington street. A quantity of imitation jewelry was found with them, while J. P. Sheehan, missing from Fourth Avenue and Union Street, was seen in Ballard by Mr. Stimeon who notified police.
Baker weight noted by the p o lice, arrested morning on charge of loitering about saloons. She had reportedly been living in saloons for days and, when told of the charge, argued she was too heavy to move quickly and therefore had to loiter. She was jailed in the city lockup.
A one-armed inmate known as Hen Stearma scaled the Laneworth penitentiary wall using his teeth and was shot in the leg and captured near Richmond by a posse last night. The manhunt spanned four counties and lasted a week.
J H Oddy of Sixth Avenue South and Dearborn Street was robbed on a James Street streetcar after a baseball game. The thief took a purse with gold money from Oddy’s trousers pocket without him noticing until later. A second loss at the carnival involved a silk purse with a few dollars and keys.
George Brown the Negro involved in the Evansville race riot died or was wounded in a confrontation with Policeman Joe Hinkey, a young man well connected in the city. He was arrested last night by Officer Stepler for insanity, with authorities stating the man has never been considered sane and may be treated.
The Grand Opera House hosts an afternoon program led by Judge C C Hanford and Rev G M Wallworth. Speakers recount Seattle’s early history, vision of a great city, and the city’s path toward commercial dominance on the Pacific coast. Attendees include Col W F Proseer, Mayor Humes, and Sonio Meany among others.
Siwashes lose to Sacramento 7 to 8 in a clouded local game marked by errors. Carrick allowed 13 hits while Brown and Mohler starred defensively for their teams. The crowd enjoyed the action as Wilson plans another ladies day event to boost the effort.
Count Salvatore Reggio of the Italian nobility promised charity walks across nine countries in three years to raise funds. He began in the city, stating he will not beg and will walk daily with fellow aristocrat Duke Manetta. The wager demands self reliance and a steady route, with about thirty to fifty miles per day.
Labor shortages slow railroad expansion on cane lines in western Washington and delays spread to mills and logging camps. Wages rise about 10 percent from last year as harvests pull workers away, while government projects and farm work intensify demand. A letter from F Norris condemns racial violence and calls for justice without targeting entire races. An entertainment event by the Afro-American Republican club is postponed.
A reader endorses Tark's stance in the Star letter column, arguing that assault crimes must be punished to the fullest extent of the law regardless of the perpetrator’s race. The writer vows continued engagement on the issue.
Dennis McCarthy pitched a winning game as his team defeated the apostles from the Mormon village by Melt Lake. The score was 5 to 1. The regulars from Salt Lake arrive today to challenge Dug's club in the afternoon. Mopher pitched a steady game and Melluligan starred at short with eleven putouts.
On July 1 Blarke and Alexander Means, enslaved men, were executed in Montgomery County Jail for murder following a criminal case. The report notes the hangings occurred today.
Ottawa reports Prime Minister Laurier announced in Parliament details of a national railway deal. The Grand Trunk Pacific will build from Moneton to Winnipeg and the line to the Pacific, totaling 3300 miles. The government funds the Moneton to Winnipeg segment and leases it to the company under a seven year free period, then net earnings and a 4 percent share in later years. A $5,000,000 security deposit is required.
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