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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1899
Page
1
The president directs final orders for the organization and shipment of nine volunteer regiments to Manila. The force will total about 11,500 men, ready to be assembled and transported as soon as possible.
William Lowen of Syracuse New York collapsed on the sidewalk near First avenue and Main street last night. Death came from hemorrhage. Papers show a father and sister living in Syracuse who have been notified.
Dr Hermon F Titus challenges coverage and enforcement of a published medical fee schedule in Seattle. He argues the clause allows variation and competition, noting physicians may depart from the standard without expulsion and that the schedule should reflect actual service value, not bind doctors to a rigid ironclad fee.
The officers and crew of the battleship Iowa plan a Santiago day celebration on July 3. A long list of games and sports is prepared for the day, and visitors to Port Orchard will be royally entertained by the Jolly tars.
Judge Cann of the municipal court and his family toured the battleship Iowa as a guest of Lieutenant Holcomb. He called the ship a wonderful sight and urged everyone to take the opportunity to visit.
Robert Kinnear, crossing Beattie and International rails at Arlington, was struck by a train while in a wagon and injured. He sued for 2500 dollars in damages before Judge Joan K. Brown yesterday.
The Santa Ana and Newport railway linking those two towns and the 22 mile extension to Semplet Sera joins the Southern Pacific system. Newport is a noted seaside resort in Southern California. The Columbia River and Puget Sound railway aligns with the others to offer a one fare round trip for July 4 excursionists. Tickets go on sale July 2 and 4.
The coast division of the Southern Pacific from Surf to Lompoc, a 10 mile stretch in Santa Barbara County, is finished and open to traffic for the evening of July 6. Sunset monthly, issued by the railroad, highlights California education with essays and half tone images including Ute leaders and B&O McCormick, the new passenger traffic manager.
The Index Copper Mining company completed a wire cable bridge over the Skykomieh river measuring 272 feet in length. It carries a capacity of 4 tons and will connect with a side track promised by the Great Northern Railway for ore cars. Construction cost is reported as H. Work to begin in about two weeks.
Washington officials debate Americas role in China as key powers, led by Britain Germany and Japan, consider reorganizing the Chinese army to protect foreign interests. Assistant Secretary Cridler hopes existing understandings may shield commerce, while Senator Davis warns Americas need for influence grows.
The Due d Arcos and aides report warm reception in Washington as they reassure there is no US resentment toward Spaniards after the war. They note efforts to show friendship. Dupuy de Lome now in Madrid as assistant secretary of foreign relations.
Reports from Pana Illinois describe an attack on negro miners from Pana and Tit as they moved to Willamoon county to work. A fusillade at Redonia mines killed two and wounded about twenty, with firing continuing into the morning and the situation described as critical.
In Indianapolis Col L N Walker veteran leader of the G A I said admitting Spanish War soldiers is out of the question. He argued the Civil War was a unique era of conquest and the death of the last member would end the order. Other leaders agreed no change would be made.
Johan Craton Miller of Morgantown North Carolina and Mies Mate Pisher near the city wed at Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Miller, a professor at the North Carolina College for the Deaf and Dumb, is allied to Admiral Dewey’s family. The bride, daughter of a wealthy county farmer, was married by Mr. Stewart of Logan, with her brother translating into sign language.
In Mishawaka Indiana Jones of the National Grange warns that a proposed United States farmers trust will form and assert power against public infringements. He says 1,000,000 farmers can mount strong opposition to extortionate combinations and force change.
It was announced this morning that a gigantic alliance of all the traction companies of Greater New York is about to be made. The combined capital of the companies involved will be $150,000,000.
Report states King Leopold may delay the electoral law bill and travel to Germanier country to back clerics who support the measure, aiming to curb Socialist and Radical opposition. The move risks triggering a revolution as clerical hostility grows. Also noted is the Cumberland Presbyterian ladies aid society meeting at Mrs. W. H. Thueh’s home with a large turnout and election of officers for the next term.
Reports from London Cincinnati and Manila describe incidents in which insurgents clash with forces, American detachments engage and suffer casualties, and officials announce conventions and military orders. Details include a San Francisco Bon incident and a 97 casualty tally near Paranaque with prisoners taken.
Records recount Perrier’s arrest for murdering Jennie Anderson in Vancouver and the subsequent execution by hanging in New Westminster. The case notes Perrier’s claims of insanity, a self inflicted attempt, and a prior pattern of violence tied to a quarrel with the sporting woman.
National League games yesterday showed Louisville 11 over Philadelphia 8 and Chicago 17 over New York 9 among others. San Francisco reports Supervising Inspector Bermingham reversed Kingston disaster rulings, restoring Captain Brandow’s pilot license and authority to resume duties.
Six bids have been submitted for a new Gothic style Sacred Heart Church to replace the destroyed hall. The 66 by 120 foot brick and stone structure will feature two towers, stained glass, and a 50 thousand dollar estimated cost with a stone basement brick superstructure and slate roof. Bids were opened and amended with bids due by July 3.
Advices from Portland state John Wood, accused of subornation or perjury, was ordered discharged from custody by Judge Bellinger of the federal court. He had been jailed for three weeks on a false oath matter involving James M. Perry at Seattle. Portland sought transfer for trial, but the judge ruled evidence insufficient for trial.
Felix Carr died after a boxing match with Kid Wango, having been knocked out and not regaining consciousness. The incident occurred in Parkersburg, West Virginia, with updates noting his death the following morning.
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