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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1902
Page
1
In Philadelphia a trolly car derailed from the rails on Sixteenth Street, flinging passengers into the street and injuring fourteen people, many women. Investigators cite reckless speed and carelessness of racing motor cars. two motormen to be examined.
Antonio Perri, a young Italian performer, attempted suicide with a pistol, wounding his left lung in a crowd near Madison Park. May Arnold, an older singer jailed for stabbing Nettle Cody, reads his letters and recalls his devotion as police note his death-threat notes.
Rumor of foul play prompts coroner to exume Bay of Lamar Cheadle. Body eight buried remains exceedingly well preserved as sister and brother accompany grave side at Mount Pressant.
Reports from Adelaide allege foul play in the death of Lamar Cheadle with a coroner’s inquest pending. Ellen Davies and Mrs. Schaffer dispute claims while neighbors recollect the dying man receiving care and a troubling poison theory emerges.
Garfield Termain age 48 native of Pagland died in a lonely tent at Thirty seventh avenue and Past Alpha street this morning. He worked as a gardener for Dr F M Coe and had been trusted. Death attributed to excessive drinking after prolonged spree. Coroner Hoye to hold autopsy at R Hutter worth's chapel tomorrow morning.
The Steamer Paloma reports a volcanic disaster near Mount Tacona in Guatemala. Retalbulon town was destroyed with over 1000 inhabitants killed. Ash and pumice blanketed Champanea bay as activity continued and fears rose for nearby villages. The eruption remains active with intermittent ash emissions.
Senator Mitchell of Oregon argues delay risks commerce and wastes money, urging against Spooner amendments favoring the Panama route. He predicts a safe majority for Panama on final vote, with House next week focused on the Corline bill for Pacific cable and irrigation funding from public land sales.
Graduates listed at Whatcom High School ceremony include Bana D. Kerma Camelia Pal Fred D. Hrrman Maude Irene Victor Henry Ocert Dorothy Rose Wallace Oscar T. Dean Gladys Catherine Linge Coral B. White William Gienn Kenneth M. tae Selah Blanche caepeen Genevieve Donovan Sonny ie Hlалаed Mabel Elizabeth Cody Fred FE Laube Florence Gusaste Chandler Ray Claena Poe Raper Loutee Wakefield and George Stanley Turbull.
In Puyallup June 7 16 year old Bessie Trintier reportedly attempted suicide by jumping from a trestle into the Puyallup river after reprimand at school. Beattie Baking powder traveler BE J Berndeke intervened pulling her from the water. parents claim accident though a farewell letter suggests premeditation.
California led Chicago as rain loomed at Marshall Field with Cal stars competing without captain Moloney. Cahill of Chicago won the 80 yard dash, Bernice of California took second, Plan of California captured the shot put, Blair of Chicago won the 100 yard dash, and Cheek of California won the 120 yard hurdles.
A Canadian Pacific freight train led by Con ductor Reid crashed into a washed out culvert about five miles east of Calgary. Fireman Doran, Brakeman Dunn and Inspector Coursey were killed. Reid and another brakeman escaped unharmed. The line was cleared late last night and traffic returns to near normal.
Deputy Sheriff W H Carothers reports a 100000 sheep wool clip from Kittitas county this spring. The clip averages well and is exceptionally clean and dirt free.
Whatcom June 7 The St John case went to the jury at 6 25 last night. The jury remained out until 7 20 this morning when a verdict of guilty was secured. On the first ballot 11 for conviction stood with one for acquittal. On the fifth ballot a verdict of guilty was secured. The defense anticipated a quick return to guilty and St John’s attorneys have an application set for June 17.
In Washington this morning Minister Brun of Denmark and Secretary Hay signed a protocol extending the ratification period for the Danish West Indies purchase treaty by one year. The move delays final approval while preserving the agreed terms of the sale.
Commandant Hans Botha and 80 Boers surrendered at Heidieburn today after dinner. They dispersed to their homes and authorities expect more commandos to do the same without formal surrender.
Yesterday’s Mount Pelee eruption proved far worse than expected. A severe earthquake shook Morne Rouge, stones rained down up to five miles offshore, and debris fell at Grand Anse. Case Pirote town, four miles from Fort de France, was deserted.
The Navy Department reports a court of inquiry into the Venice arrest of Chicago crew members recommends court martial for Lieut John Woodderidge Capt Robert Wynne and Assistant Surgeon Robert Leadbetter. Cadet James Kreas and Private Wilfred Langley face no further action.
Governor Geer asserts the Monday election results show broad public support and argues the legislature must respect the will of the people in selecting the next U S senator to replace Senator Mimon.
Paris June 7 the new cabinet formed by M Combes was announced. Combes serves as premier and former interior minister Descasse remains foreign affairs minister.
Aberdeen officials refuse to turn over Mrs. Nellie Underwood to Deputy Sheriff Quilter of Seattle for transfer to King County jail. The deputy remains in Aberdeen awaiting new orders from Sheriff Cudihee, whose location is currently unknown.
South Bend Washington June 7 police report Paul Underwood the supposed murderer has dodged three sheriffs. He crossed Willapa Bay from Tokeland to Grace Point and the Willapa River near South Bend on a crude raft. He told carpenters his name was Fuller and claimed a fugitive was cornered at Tokeland. Sheriff Raney and others pursue along rough trails toward Cosmopolia Aberdeen. In Tacoma J B Underwood father travels to seek counsel for his son while recounting a strained family story and alleged infant death by natural causes. The case unsettles family, lawmen, and public interest as investigators chase possible hideouts.
Townspeople accuse Beattie postoffice authorities of annexing Ballard and converting Ballard into a Beattie sub station. A petition for free delivery in Ballard is said to mask a bid to abolish Ballard and reestablish it as a Beattie office sub station. Residents plan a curative petition in response.
Mrs J Baldwin and Grace Baldwin, mother and daughter from the East, spent the night in Ballard county jail’s insane ward. Grace, described as a rav ing maniac, screamed and tore at bars while morphine eased sleep for both women as they faced separation and eventual transfer to the asylum.
A collision between the whaleback Wilson and the steamer Hadley in Duluth harbor caused the Wilson to sank quickly after a large hole opened on its side. Eight crewmen drowned and both ships valued at $75,000. The Hadley was badly damaged but reached shore and was beached.
The Democratic state central committee adopted a call for a state convention to be held in Sacramento on September 1.
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