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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1906
Page
7
President Roosevelt complains the meat bill is flawed and would hinder proper enforcement. Congressman Wadsworth backs an inspector access provision but opposes court revision, arguing it would undermine administration. The president urges removal of the court provision to ensure genuine, thorough inspection.
President Roosevelt to handle all actions on the meat bill as committee members met without him. The administration favors government payment for inspection. Speaker Cannon will likely yield to the president in the current dispute over the bill.
Unions refuse to supply crews for the Spokane has caused Pacific Coast and other steamship lines to seek replacements as a strike action affects ships from Seattle to the Pacific Coast. The Umatilla incident and police involvement highlight mounting tensions as crews are pulled from vessels before departures.
City discussions on Fifth Avenue donation versus a Fourth Avenue route continue as the Union Pacific weighs accepting a donated Fifth Avenue or demanding payment. Property owners present a plan to dedicate three fourths of Fifth Avenue for street opening while seeking Great Northern cooperation to secure a right of way. The issue remains unsettled with further talks planned after clarifying the Great Northern stance. decision pushed to late July.
Laak, a young man buried in a cave-in during ditch construction yesterday, is reported at Beattie General Hospital today improving. Medical attendants believe the accident victim will recover.
A damaged line notes prices for items at Spinning’s with a tag showing two dollars and a related one dollar fifty five cent figure. The text mentions Disston and Bishop of Gill Kage in a fragmented sale context.
A telegraph from Beattie Washington and a June 14 1906 Denver message discuss De Forest Wireless stock matters and agent notices. It outlines special June July and August pay rates for Chicago service and notes preferred stock price changes and order cutoff dates.
In a letter to T A Nadeau director of the Alaska Yukon fair Governor Mead recommends the university campus as the best location for the exposition. Mead believes the site would best serve the state. Senator Pauley and other upper house members also back the U site.
The court forwarded evidence and transcripts from the hearing on Desire Hrothier to the secretary of commerce and labor in Washington. W L Morrin, attorney for Hrothier, also sent his brief to the same official.
Seattle promises to form a bar association with limited membership after dissatisfaction with King County Bar supervision. A drafting committee led by Corwin S. Shanks Mayor Mallinger Frederick Bauaman and Kenneth Mackintosh will create a constitution and bylaws modeled on the New York City Bar association. A meeting will be called soon to adopt the charter and begin organizing. A third association was discussed seeking joint membership with the King County Bar association but no details emerged.
The Inland Transportation Company plans a new excursion line from Pier 2 at 8 a.m. to Olympia with a return by 4:30 p.m. The trip tomorrow will go via the west passage and the Vashon Island group, attracting Seattle residents and visitors.
Lois Feurt gave a successful recital at the First Methodist Church last evening. The Seattle audience praised her wide range and artistic rendering, especially her performance of the Rose song, with Mme Calve predicting a bright operatic future. Feurt plans further studies in Seattle before pursuing professional work soon.
The steam schooner Theo L Wand bound from San Francisco to Gray's Harbor with the schooner Alpha in tow ran ashore off Retinas Point near the Golden Gate. Tug Relief freed the Alpha at 7 30 this morning and later freed the Wand. No serious damage reported to either vessel.
The state meeting of the Fraternal Order of Eagles gathered for a two day session in Baghe's hall presided by Lt Governor Charles B Coon. Mayor Moore gave the welcoming address as committees were formed and plans discussed for the Grand Aerie gathering in Milwaukee in August. The session continues through Sunday with a reception for visiting Seattle lodge No 1.
Judge Morris of the superior court yesterday issued a writ of attachment against property held by CT Saske and wife, Japanese, as H Ohnick seeks to recover $10,000 in losses. Ohnick alleges Saske failed to carry out the contract for delivery of bank stock.
In Portland on June 14 a colossal blast by the Portland & Beattie railroad crews detonated 1400 kegs of powder at Eighteen Mile Island. The force toppled 40 000 cubic yards of basalt rock and cost the company about 7000 dollars after two months of prep and placement. The blast was among the largest ever set off in the region.
William T. Kelly faced Judge Frater this morning on larceny charges after admitting involvement with soldier William Muell at Fort Lawton. The information alleges they stole money and jewelry from Buell while in a state of inflation that impaired their freedom to act.
The Joint and McMillin case resumed in Judge Hanford’s court this morning as BK V. Cowell of Ban Mran asked for an injunction and a receiver for the Tacoma and Noche Harbor Lime Company. Attorney Kerr argued to refute Bhukee testimony and challenge the allegations' validity.
Mrs. Sempler delivered a graphic lecture at Kirkland’s Pirat Hapiiot church detailing her journey to the holy land. The narrated pictures illustrating the travel scenes were well received and appreciated by attendees.
International Shingle Weavers union executive committee calls a special convention for Sunday at 10 AM in the Laurie building headquarters to decide on statewide strike action. About five locals are represented. mills resume after a nine week stoppage, with Cochran Zook set to restart Monday and Bobey mill later. no union men employed at any mills.
Lumber and shingle shippers protest the rejected schedule as unreasonable. A proposed practical capacity charge was discussed as a width and height consideration. The action was taken after a St. Paul meeting proposing a 8 percent reduction on lumber and 6 percent on shingles, with a multi-city committee authorized to act.
Le Wald, held for embezzlement and facing extradition from Phinets, sues the railroad for damages totaling $1,060. The railway company filed an answer denying most allegations.
The text describes Val form as a key feature of a lingerie frock with handkerchief linen used on prin com Hines and heavy whirring at the valer to give fullness to a soft skirt. It notes a Val rune from linen bands outlining the yoke to the skirt hem and a square yoke cut for filet lace. Sleeves feature two full puffs and a decorated crown with a Leghorn hat and velvet surround.
Daisy Gervais asks the aud porter court for a divorce from Harm W. Gervais citing fault and non support. She requests a property split awarding land in Theret county valued at 796 dollars and proposes that several mining claims near Ketetikan Te test in her husband’s possession be tested for division.
This morning William J. Wilson drew attention to the sidewalk at the corner of Second and Pine where an excavation for a basement extends to the curb with only a frail railing. The matter was referred to the superintendent of streets to investigate and correct.
The King County Horticulture Society postponed its fruit and flower show indefinitely due to rainy weather. Rain delayed entries and reduced promoter interest, raising fears the event would fail to attract a successful turnout.
At Bethany Presbyterian Church four nursing graduates received diplomas during commencement. Dr KB T Hanley presented a paper titled The Dispensary Adrift and diplomas were bestowed by Dr J W Batley.
The steam schooner Olympic, among the first from L. H. Gray & Co to depart San Francisco during the strike, entered Tytopeh this morning bound for the loading port. Authorities warn of potential trouble upon arrival as the crew and longshoremen are union members in Olympia, a union town.
John Kelly, 24, confessed to deserting from the United States army three times. He was arrested by patrolmen McClurg and Milligan at the union depot and is held at the police station awaiting identification.
Reverend Charles F Clarke of Cheney Washington arrived at Green Lake to conduct services at the Green Lake Congregational Church tomorrow. He will lead the congregation in worship and deliver the sermon.
A horse belonging to a candy company escaped this afternoon and rushed toward Ferguson and Klace's commission house. It smashed several chicken crates and caused a panicked stampede along the row. No injuries were reported.
H. KB. Orr sold the northeast corner of Virginia Street and Stathag to M. G. Mercer for 17000 dollars in a deal completed this morning.
Assistant Chief Clark of the fire department received word from Chief Cook that the chief intends to return by Monday. The plan is to come by boat and train.
Tangier reports that Hadji Mohammed who murdered 30 women and buried them under his cobbler shop escaped crucifixion by sultan order. After days entombed behind a wall, masons sealed him in. Crowds watched as he wailed for two days, then died from exhaustion on the third.
June 16 Mary Kyles confessed to placing a bolt between rails on the Pennsylvania line Thursday night causing a wreck that killed a man. The incident tied to a train collision near Vicksburg remains under investigation.
Eillie Stanley of 107 Maynard Avenue reported to police that a thief entered her room last evening and stole a quantity of clothing.
The markets note volatility in berries including strawberries and tomatoes on Western av as a delivery rig incident scatters produce. Prices fluctuated with speculation that berries may reach about $1 per crate for a short period by mid next week.
Local listings show prices for hay timothy and alfalfa per ton and per ton for wheat and corn feed. Cracked corn and mixed feeds quoted with variations by ton. oats and bran noted. Portland cement and lime prices also listed among farm supplies.
Seattle amusements list includes Recreation Park events with 3:50 p m arrival and Meadows Racing program first race at 2 p m. Grand Opera House features California Opera company in The Nightingale. Theaters include Third Avenue in Chinatown show and vaudeville at Star and Somngee theaters. Central Theater hosts vaudeville with Lake Union Pavilion offering roller skating.
Monday night notes indicate a committee has been appointed to investigate the Fourth Avenue franchise issue. The Commercial Club will address the matter, outlining next steps and potential implications for the city.
An order was issued for sub parts of 40 jurors due to ample jurymen and a selection process conducted today in the superior court.
A Sunday excursion sails from Pier 2 at 9 A M for Olympia with arrival at noon. Return departs Olympia at 6 30 P M and reaches Seattle at 10 30 P M. Music and dancing aboard. Round trip price one dollar. Spinning’s advertises crackers and cigars.
George A Virtue of Seattle returned last night from visits to Chicago Detroit Milwaukee and points east. He plans to resume his real estate work and may apply what he learned on his travels.
The strongest organization in Washington is an association of 16 000 property owners for mutual protection against fire loss. In five years it has saved members over $260 000 versus annual rates from stock companies. The corporation, North Western Mutual Fire Association, insures dwellings household goods and well equipped factories not subject to conflagration hazards.
City council approved another assistant for the corporation attorney's office and Scott Calhoun, the Corporation Counsel, selected King Dykman for the post.
Will A. Steel of Seattle was elected treasurer of the National Editorial association at yesterday's election. J. A. Paine of 907 Alaska Building is noted in related report.
Plan a day trip on the Magnificent Steamer from Pier 2 at 9 a.m. to Olympia with music and dancing aboard. Return from Olympia at 6 30 p.m arriving Seattle 10 30 p.m. Round trip fare is one dollar.
A Sunday trip from Seattle to Olympia via Palatial Street raises Teaves Pier at 9 a m and returns from Olympia at 6 30 p m arriving in Seattle by 10 30 p m. Music and dancing aboard make it one of the coast’s most beautiful excursions. Round trip price is 1 dollars.
Rev Edward J O'Dea bishop of the Neasquady diocese has returned from his confirmation tour visiting parish communities. He states plans for the dedication of the new cathedral area will be announced soon.
The Griffiths company sells the southwest corner of Ninth and Jackson to George Lambard for 30000. The property includes a four story frame house and was purchased as an investment by M. T. Whittler.
At a Saloon Hotel and Restaurant Keepers meeting held Tuesday June 12 at the Butler hotel a motion to endorse the university grounds as a proper site for the Alaska Yukon fair was adopted.
M Jones of Edmonds was today adjudged a bankrupt in Judge Hanford's court.
A Sunday outing aboard the Str. State of Washington leaves Pier 2 at 9 a m and arrives in Olympia at noon. The return departs Olympia at 6 30 p m and reaches Beattle at 10 36 p m. Round trip fare is 1 dollar. Music and dancing aboard.
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