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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1901
Page
1
Fire at a construction works site today caused extensive damage and disrupted activity. The blaze damaged a military store and a cruiser remained unaffected as investigators assess the scene and losses estimated near 31.5 million rubles.
A northbound freight collided with a passenger train sixteen miles east of Wil-Ars near Angeles California. The wreck badly damaged the passenger train and killed Perkins. The freight also jumped its track while the other train remained on time. Several disobeyed passengers were injured.
An attempt on M. Malinowski, vice director of the interior ministry medical department, occurred in St Petersburg. The assailant tried to stab him with a dagger, Malinowski escaped with slight injuries, and the suspect, thought to be a Nightliat, was arrested.
Chief of Police Meredith announced he would order all slot machines in the city shut down at midnight tomorrow Saturday and warned violators would be punished according to law if the order is not obeyed.
News from the Machinists union reports the launch of a Metal Trades council in St. Louis to unite metal trades including moulders blacksmiths boiler makers and pattern makers. The group aims to speed settlement of the Cleveland strike and could call a nationwide walkout if manufacturers refuse to bow to machinist demands. Delegates will attend the St. Louis meeting and readings on strike reports will be shared at tri weekly gatherings.
In Brussels an interview quotes Louis Hotha declaring no official mission and that her husband will continue the war in South Africa until his cause is crowned or death overtakes him.
The new statute against quack doctors takes effect today as the police department intensifies its campaign. The law tightens powers for officials and promises no relaxation, led by Chief Meredith, affecting Seattle and surrounding areas. Tonight and Saturday forecast showers with light to fresh south winds.
In Sylvania Georgia on June 14 five Black men Arnold Augustus Andrew Davis Bill Hudson Sam Baldwin and Richard Lanc ers were hanged on a single scaffold for the murder of white constables Milton Mears and Filmore Harrington. A crowd of 7,000 watched as a militia stood by and no violence occurred.
Officials from the Washington department are examining proposed sites for a federal building. Architect Taylor and others plan to visit on Sunday to determine which location best serves community needs and government advantage.
June disaster at a Les Molineau factory kills fifteen and injures or missing others as workers still search the wreckage. About a hundred people were employed. many victims were women and debris scattered around the ruined building after the blast at lunch time.
County commissioners reconsider Morse liquor license application in West Seattle after protest, overturn rejection, and grant permit by majority, following earlier denial and renewed support amid renewed review.
The annual convention of the State Medical Society will be held in this city next Tuesday and Thursday with about 260 members expected. A planning committee for the press arrangements includes Horton Montgomery Schoonie and Will Shannon.
York reports Bonnibert winning the Derby at Gravesend with a time of 2:23 in the 4-5 stake race. The text notes the stake but lacks further details on participants or earnings.
A chamber of commerce special committee convened to entertain the river and harbor committee. Members include J. A. Moore Samuel Weston Edward Burweill Griffith Davies Chas Peabody Mr Pigott Mr Fowler and Mr Hartman. They outlined a two day visit to Desmersen drydock Ballard and Lake Washington route with a week on the Sound visiting key cities.
Thieves broke into the residence of Mr. Talmage at 633 Seventeenth Avenue last evening using a jeemy on a window. They took a pair of trousers holding a gold watch and several dollars in change. Police are investigating the case.
A hotel at a famous health resort in Indiana was destroyed by fire in the early morning. More than a dozen guests were injured by jumps from windows and panic. Many sought refuge at French Lick Springs, about a mile away, as reports of lives missing circulated but later proved uncertain.
In St Paul on June 14 Indianapolis secured the national convention for the Modern Woolmen of America to be held in 1993, after a local gathering noting the rotation of host cities.
Reports from the period note that the new law requiring day length limits for women takes effect today. Employers foresee minimal trouble as dry goods stores already use female clerks and plan phased shifts with meal breaks. a meeting this afternoon will decide on a final plan.
Sheriff Cudihee took Wm. Leas to the reform school in the morning. C. L. Ferguson has started divorce proceedings against Elizabeth Ferguson on grounds of desertion. They were married in the city August 8, 1897. Minnie K. Shorn born’s difficulties were ended by an order signed by Judge Griffin quashing all pending proceedings.
The Northern Pacific Railroad Co petitions the board of polite works for a permit to build two wharves west of Railroad avenue between Washington and Main streets to be named Yesler wharf. The Seattle Electric Co petitions for the right to install an electric transparent display 30 by 86 by 20 inches at Second avenue.
Mrs. Martha Smith files a city clerk claim for $6000 in personal injury damages alleging a sidewalk plank on Second Avenue between Pike and Pine streets tipped up, causing a fall and a severely swollen leg that may require amputation. In a separate case, Stanislaus a Tulalip Indian, was tried today before a jury for selling liquor to other Indians.
A carriage carrying Maj. Geo. Buck Ingham and three women including Anna Ingham and Mrs. Thos Appleasts was struck by a train at a crossing near Flint this morning. All four occupants were killed.
A shocking murder in Jacksonville echoes Jack the Ripper. Susan Beatties, a local woman, was found under a suburb house with head blows and knife wounds, her body nude and tightly bound in a grain sack. Police pursue suspect Willie Munden, a preacher believed to target fallen women.
Gen Callies, insurgent leader, declares willingness to surrender 100 men tomorrow and 200 more in three days. Reports say three American officers were killed in a skirmish at Lipa, attributed to alleged American deserters among insurgents. Col Bolanes, with five peers and 42 rites, surrendered at Lipa.
The steamer Lakme arrived from Tacoma with a large cargo of general merchandise. She departs tonight for San Francisco carrying passengers Thomas Young W Collopy P Baldwin H Monroe Kh Armatrong.
Sheriff Cudihee seeks solution to the mysterious disappearance of W J Kianning, a watchman for Mitchell Lewis Staver aboard the Tra. Last seen Wednesday afternoon near the farm, foul play or drowning suspected as revolver and overcoat found in his bunk.
Governor Heard orders vigilance in Kennebrewa amid threats of lynching after the Foster murder. He pledges state aid to African Americans as crowds demand a drum-head court martial once Edwards is captured, signaling a tense shift in local sentiment.
Several individuals connected with a lake front resort were arrested and fined 25 dollars each for selling liquor without a permit. Names listed include J B Rockenfield Frank Kelly J Johnson William Steffin Jane Harriett and George Cook who pleaded guilty and paid fines.
Assistant Secretary Jones quotes Secretary O. M. Moore from Buffalo saying Washington exhibits remain safely housed in agricultural, horticultural, mining and ethnology buildings. Moore mentions meetings with Rev. Garrett and Rev. Louis Bowerman and notes expected return to Boeattie. The letter touches on politics surrounding the exposition.
General Superintendent T B Ward of the Great Northern arrived from St Paul with assistants Geo T Ross PF L Clarity Griffin Chadwick J M Schweizer and Ed Banderson. Ward says their flying inspection tour continues until Friday night and he has not heard authoritative news about the Beattie depot.
Federal court sentences Wade Folgerton to two months in county jail and a $50 fine plus costs for selling liquor to an Indian. Wong Gong pleads not guilty to importing alien Chinese laborers. trial date not yet set.
The Manufacturers association of Beattie holds its regular meeting at the Chamber of Commerce rooms. Lehman Bros and Claussen Brewing association join as new members. A manufacturers directory is near printing. A tide land assessment is set at higher rates for city improvements. July and August will see one monthly meeting on the second Thursday.
John Gien aged 25 is missing from his Pike street home between Fleet and Railroad, wife reports to police. Wm J Kiannig age 61, 6 feet 10 inches tall, missing from 2207 Haat Cherry street since June. Police informed this morning and searches underway.
Rae Topeka June 14 W H Tomlincon editor of the Topeka Democrat died here at age 65 He served as editor of the newspaper and was a longtime local figure in Topeka.
The Prudential Insurance Co. has established a branch office in this state, with headquarters in Seattle and management under Kelly & Ons.
Majorie M. Buchanan files a cruelty action against John Buchanan alleging marital cruelty. The couple wed in 1666, details indicate a formal suit proceeding between them.
The minds of the searchers converge on two theories about Granning missing person. Authorities cite a possible return to war or murder with a body never found. The only evidence leaning toward foul play is a $40 wage receipt from the day before disappearance. A thorough search continues as relatives at 2207 East Cherry Street await further facts.
Red Shirts New York reports a June 16 anarchist gathering presided by Herr Most. The event includes a target exhibition using weapons on wooden dummies of world monarchs and attracts about six hundred attendees.
Dr. Sun Yat Sen, determined to overthrow the empress dowager and mandarins, sails from Honolulu for China to found a government modeled on the United States republic. This marks his third attempt to incite revolution in China.
In Ballard at the Cedar Tamber Co mill Charlie Wood suffered a serious eye injury from flying splinters. The sight remains dangerous after removal. Renton school closes for day with songs and recitations. Student Chas Jerrel received a gold watch from N B Hardy for saving a drowning boy in Cedar River.
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