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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1901
Page
1
In Washington the conference on war tax reduction appropriations and agriculture bills advanced. The Senate moves toward relief of revenue amid partisan friction as Republicans clash with opponents. A conference report on the war was recommended by the minority leader amid cautious optimism.
The senate yesterday considered several measures including rivers and harbors reform and a revenue bill. A conference report on American claims related to the Spanish war was delayed, with focus on military and diplomatic measures, and land settlement provisions under the public lands grant in the Northern Pacific region.
In Washington on March 1 the senate debated the St. Louis exposition and Sunday closing policy while the house moved to take up the army and revenue cutter appropriations. Democrats began to oppose the resolution as amendments from the Senate were considered and votes loomed.
March 1 report notes a grand second inauguration with a large crowd. The city prepares a lavish parade and illuminations on avenues with naval ships representing Maryland and New York. Veterans decline to serve beyond presidental escort. parade details include ceremonies at the capitol and nighttime celebrations.
A meeting of King County judges yesterday designated the numbering of departments. The new system designates Department I as the criminal department under Judge Emory, with Departments II and IV established and the system to go into effect immediately.
Mrs. e h Ga announces the biennial meeting of the Gen Federation of Women's Clubs to be held in Los Angeles California on March 1 with officials and delegates expected from allied groups.
Albert Hanley Fred Were and accomplice were arrested yesterday by officers Powers Ord and McClurg on charges of stealing a quantity of copper from a building at Weet.
Washington March 1 Senator Chandler term ends Monday will speak Saturday evening on the resolution declaring W A Clark's election to the senate was not legal The two men are bitter enemies and Chandler is expected to aim sharp sarcasm at the Montana millionaire Chandler’s farewell speech is anticipated as a final sensational note from the man who has been most pointed in the senate against Clark
Iola Williams, colored, was arrested last night by Emergency Officer Crane on a charge of petit larceny. W. H. Hartless, arrested yesterday on a charge of driving a lame horse, was discharged by Judge George.
A full YWCA meeting is called for tomorrow at 2 10 in their rooms of the old Olympic block. The annual election of officers will be held and other important business will likely come up during the session.
The Northern Pacific will absorb the Seattle and International Railroad around April 1. The change is nominal as NP holds control, with President Mellen to complete transfer in Tacoma and Seattle. W. G. Pierce will stay in management. no major changes in read or clerical staff. The line runs 176 miles including main Beattie to Sumas, Everett branch, Snoqualmie, and a Darrington extension under construction.
Albert Shenkle, the confessed assailant of 13 year old Della Gil, arrived under militia escort from Springfield. After a brief hearing in Carrolton, the judge freed his handcuffs with a blacksmith, Shenkle pleaded guilty, and received an indeterminate term at Chester penitentiary. The sheriff then escorted him to a special train for transport.
Catherine Burger 29 wife of G L Brurger died today at her residence on Washington Street.
Dawson reports say Dave Allen known as One-Eyed Reilly telephoned a friend to pull off an ice scam after winning $14,000 in Dawson faro banks. He headed toward Seattle but halted at White Horse, while Ollie Darrell supposedly backed his boast to help spend the money, leaving locals wary of Reilly’s luck.
A. K. Sroufe’s $25,000 damage suit against Moran Bros. Co. was dismissed yesterday on plaintiff motion. A technicality would have required a jury verdict for nominal damages, so the case was dropped and will be refiled as a new suit.
Rev Arthur J Brown D D secretary of the foreign mission board heads to the Orient to discuss reorganizing China mission work. Former Portland First Presbyterian pastor Brown, brother of Rev F Nott Brown, will speak at 7 90 this evening at First Presbyterian church.
A. M. Robinetti was released from county jail this afternoon after posting bail of 500 dollars on a kidnapping charge.
In Seattle and vicinity, the forecast calls for rain tonight and continuing into Saturday. The steady showers may affect outdoor plans and commuting conditions across the region.
March 1 in Oporto Tobac co workers staged an anti Jesuit demonstration at the Catholic association house. They stoned windows and set fire to blinds before police dispersed them. Riots have grown from an alleged Jesuit kidnapping plot involving the Brazilian consul family.
Executive committees of the local Christian Endeavor Societies will gather at Pilgrim Congregational Church at Breadway and East Republican street at 6 15 tonight. All chairmen and presidents are expected to be present.
The change rotates day and night patrols with Capt. D. F. Willard taking day command and Capt. John Sullivan presiding at night. Jailers Corbett and Corning move from 12 hour shifts and Patrolman Styler will serve eight hour jail duty per new plan.
A warrant was issued for the seizure of two money paying slot machines at Howard's saloon, 706 First Avenue. Constable Kaufman found the owners had moved the machines from the building before he could serve the warrants.
Lincoln Neb March 1 Fire nearly wiped out the penitentiary main structures causing about 25000 dollars in damage with no insurance The blaze was spotted by the warden’s wife Two hundred seventy five inmates were awakened and kept in the yard one life convict died after fleeing back to a cell block guarding convicts kept warm outside while firefighters saved the east cell house and the legislature plans funding to rebuild
Roslyn Terrell, who killed Express Messenger Charlies Lane in August, walked to the chair without visible emotion. He remained composed as the execution began at 12 o'clock and died shortly after, having gained 16 pounds and spent final days playing guitar and reading his autobiography.
Residents of the Second ward show interest as city officials prepare plans and specifications for the south tunnel sewer project bids will be advertised and work pushed promptly. A special Northern Pacific train departed Seattle carrying J P Sousa and his hand with lL V Cruce, agent of the Grand Trunk, returning from Vancouver.
Captain Zaddart of the Santa Barbara broke his leg on a recent trip and Captain Jamieson temporarily commands. The Ping Suey sails for London via Manila. Port, vessel movements include City of Beattie, Senator, Farrason, Port Albert, and Puckingham with arrivals from Portland and departures to Skagway and Tacoma.
Police chief Meredith receives advance saloon box reports as patrols circulate. He states the findings are not yet public. A sample reads Louvre saloon with a restaurant in the rear as part of the routine notes.
Roy Bentley, 34, a telegraph operator who had lived in Seattle for a year, died of pneumonia. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at Bonffey & Stewart's parlors with Rev. Loula Bowerman officiating. He leaves a city mother and an Eastern-state father. the funeral drew a large crowd. Meanwhile J J Keough faced robbery charges in Judge Emory's department as a jury trial proceeded.
John Moody a Black man was hanged by white men in Tiryan County after leaving a farmer under contract for work. A mob tracked him to the plantation at night and dragged him away to death after riddling his body with bullets.
Total police court receipts for February stood at 4041.20 dollars. Of this sum fallen women contributed 1095 dollars, with the remainder from other sources and fee collections.
County offices operate at full pace as jurors arrive for the month. Chief Deputy Plimpton handles duties for each juror, while four courts stay active on court days. Judges Griffin and Riley oversee proceedings, with Fulton and assistant Vince kept on the move.
In Tacoma on March 1 members of the Alaska Packer Appreciation receive letters from the East about a price list for this season's catch. Chicago dispatch reports Armaby & Co of that city as agents for the association have tested a price center for red fish at 90 and pink fish at 90? The letters claim a firm has set prices, with details to be named by the forthcoming pack.
The British steamer Indiana sailing from Venice was sighted off Oarthing this morning in air condition with no signs of life aboard.
In Maine and Washington a wave of conversions fuels a fantasy of spirits guiding travel. Railroad staff allegedly bribe a hotel boy to trigger a midnight bell so vibrating letters glow above beds urging missionaries to choose the Canadian Pacific Railway.
A large blaze at Leary's dye house in Rochester, starting in the Seneca Camera Co. chemical works on the fourth floor, caused at least two deaths as people jumped from upper levels. Six others were seriously injured. two bodies were recovered from the fourth floor. Damages and precise cause under investigation.
At a cabinet meeting in Washington March 1 all members tendered resignations to take effect March 1. Griggs will not retire for a month and will be reappointed the same day.
A Vancouver dispatch reports 41 miners remain buried in the Temnonene BC mine after water-filled shaft blocks further rescue. Crews pump and explore No 6 shaft while No 4 Lake slope continues full operation to employ miners.
Samuel Cohn publicly announced he had dropped his fight against gamblers, claiming influence from businessmen bankers and politicians forced the decision. He told his attorney William Parmerlee that he would pursue peace with the Seattle gamblers.
A meeting of amateur photographers will be held at the Young Naturaliste hall on the university grounds tonight at eight o'clock to organize an association. All interested are invited to attend.
Rev A N Sanford and Rev C A Gleason, leaders of the Bhi Joh missionary movement, arrive in Tacenm for a regional visit. Representatives from Maine join westward delegates to organize outreach and arrange travel for converts, seeking to recruit young men and women to their cause.
TOPEKA Kan March 1 Mrs Nation is again in jail having surrendered soon after her return from Peoria. The bonds she gave before one of Topeka having been cancelled.
A group of women led by Mrs. M. Brown from the Chinese mission smashed doors and windows on Jackson Street to rescue a slave child, who was taken away. The effort to locate her continues as another smashing is anticipated on Dupont Street.
March 1 report shows May wheat at 0 8 1 2 cents in San Francisco trading. Lack of full data leaves the remainder of the quotation unclear but indicates a modest advance in prices.
The Washington senate approved first class theaters remaining open on Sunday and favorably reported a city tax delinquency bill. The house amended the anti kidnapping measure and concurred. Smith’s voting ban on naturalized citizens within six months passed. Rines antibroad bills advanced, including anti slot machine and underage cigarette smoking. Brown scenery bill postponed. Lake Washington boulevard amended to drop asphalt and land-tie provisions.
The local YMCA basketball team leaves this afternoon for Tacoma to face the association team tonight. Rev. BE M Randall will address men at the YMCA room Sunday at 4:46 PM on Hidden Leaven. The Second Presbyterian Church male quartet will perform two selections.
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