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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1906

Page

1

Chinese Prince Sees Modern American High School

About 2,000 high school students welcomed Prince Li and his delegation. Interpreter F K Teao reported praise for the U S system as the prince praised American education and science, noting he would copy details into China’s schools. He urged American study of Confucius and morality.

United States China United States of America Combasey Great Streas Empire Cheng Beattie

Prices to Be Raised at The Star Theater This Week

Announcement states Fullivan and Wil plan price hikes across Btates with seats raised to 20 25 cents and gallery B to 15 cents. The note cites higher salaries and longer runs as reasons behind the increased theater costs.

Fullivan & Wil Star Theater Considine

New Machinery for Mining Building at State University

A large amount of new machinery for the mining building is to be acquired at once to complete the plant and stamp mill. The equipment will give mining students practical work opportunities in their university course.

State University

Students in Mining School Fail to Bet All Machinery

A fragment from a mining school report notes students attempted to control or manage all machinery themselves, raising concerns about safety and supervision. The incomplete text hints at student initiative but lacks clearer outcomes or dates.

Offers to Pay Full Expenses for Crew to Compete

A plan to cover all crew expenses is discussed to invite Stanford University to race at Decoration Day, aiming to sidestep Stanford’s northern-visit objection. An anticipated three way regatta may occur between Whallington, California and Stanford University, similar to last year.

University of Washington Grinstead Stanford University Stanford Whallington California Stanford Universitica

Theater warns after distributing objectionable programs

A variety theater in a restricted district distributed objectionable program leaflets. Police acted quickly and theater proprietors recalled the materials. They were warned to stop further distribution. In Washington March 1 the Chinese delegation dismissed rumors of the empress's death as unfounded.

Ite Washington, D. C

Mead Receives Delegation Over Fish Commission Issue

Governor Mead met a Republican backed delegation led by EB C Brier to press for J P Todd as state fish commissioner. Todd supporters cited a petition and brief speeches from local figures before Mead promised to study the facts and decide by Saturday night.

Mead Severnor J.P. Todd South T. R. Kershaw Waston EB. C. Brier Republican City Central Committee Mr. Todd J. H. Calvert Ivan K. Hyland Marry EB. Wilson Charles 8. Gleason Lou Smith Jalles Redelnheimer J. P. Agnew J. P. Smith Otto A. Case Matt H. Gormiey Frank A. Twitchell John Kiplinger B. C. Brier

Four Wide Overhead Bridges Proposed for Tide Flat Railroads

City and railroads reach a compromise on tide flat overhead bridges. Four bridges would span the streets with widths of 100 to 160 feet, replacing an earlier plan for three narrow spans. A right of way from Mr. Hill for Forest Street is required.

Tide Flat Connect Connecticut St Holgate Et Foreat St Spokane St Hill Forest St Tide Flats

State rests in Claiche trial in letter evidence

A handwriting expert testified Bertha Claiche wrote letters showing affection for Ger dron until an interloper appeared. Expert William J. Gingsley testified, then the state rested and the defense prepared its case.

New York Claiche Gerdron William J. Gingsley Bertha Claiche

Boy Missing Knapp Aged Sixteen In Northwest City

Chester W. Knapp, 16, 6 feet 3 inches, medium complexion, brown hair, dark eyes, wore a dark brown suit when last seen February 1 near Sixth Avenue northwest and Sixtieth Street, reported missing by his father.

Chester W. Knapp Northwest

Receiver Appointed Morning for Haggerty Quorum

A receiver was appointed in the morning for the Haggerty matter to oversee proceedings and ensure compliance with court directives. The action marks a formal step in resolving disputes surrounding the Haggerty case and assigns management responsibilities to the appointed official.

Hearing Ends as Main Is Appointed Receiver

The petition for a permanent receiver was concluded yesterday afternoon and this morning J F Main was named to oversee the company by Judge Hatch at the request of Hauer, former partner in the concern.

Vilas Takes Charge as Superintendent of the Assay Office

Calvin E. Vilas assumes the superintendency of the assay office after his appointment. Frederick A. Wing remains as statistical clerk and LL Kerfoot is promoted to chief clerk. Harvey Glenn transfers from Helena to Seattle and A. L. Johnson moves to Helena.

Calvin E. Vilas Frederick A. Wingie LL. Kerfoot Harvey Glenn Helena Mont Seattle A. L. Johnson

Nations Prepare London Dreadnought Rival and Far East Naval Move

A morning paper reports Japan plans to build ships more powerful than the Dreadnought and Germany intends large investment to improve Kaloo Chau in China as a naval base, with river boats for Chinese river navigation.

London A_ morning Japan Germany Kalo Chau China

Refugees Safe as American Property Confirmed

Washington March 1 Consul Rogers of Shanghai reports American property at Nachang is safe and refugees have arrived at Kiakiang confirming their safety amid the voyage.

Washington, D.C Mate Department Rogers Shanghai Nachang Kiakiang

Taquis on War Path

San Francisco dispatch reports that 12 days ago a band of Taquis Indians attacked Mexican workers on the Southern Pacific new Bonora branch, killing several and injuring others. The assailants drove off with five loaded provisions wagons and fled.

San Francisco Curaca Southern Pacific New Bonora

Three Drown In Tug Wreck Near Glster Mass

In Glster Massachusetts a tug named Willard struck a reef early this morning. Three of the five crew members were drowned while the others were rescued. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.

Glter Mass Willard Warenn

Hopkins Seeks Reappointment Under Ethical Condition

United States Marshal C. B. Hopkins faces nonlobbying requirements for renewal as Western Washington district marshal. Complaints cite extensive political activity. Hopkins must relinquish ties to the Pacific State Telegraph Company and Sunset Telephone’s local branch where he acted as political agent.

United States C. B. Hopkins Roosevelt Washington Hopkins Mopkins Pacific State Telegraph Company Sunset Telephone Company

Colorado Mine Bosses Seek John for Steunenberg Murder

In Idaho on March 1 the Colorado Mine Owners association seeks 81 John president of the Miners Union. if the grand jury fails to indict, he may be taken to Colorado to face trial for the murder of Superintendent Coline at the Smuggies-Union mine in Taluride. Miller had a private interview with Orchard over the case. The Theeland jury begins testimony in the Steunenberg investigation today.

Wdaho Colorado Mine Owners Association John the Miners’ Union Ara Gev Steunenberg Colorado Coline Taluride Miller Ted Orchard Yester Smith Miller Haven Federation Theeland Breunenberg

Bank clearing figures show gains over prior year

On March 1 1906 and March 1 1905 bank clearings were reported with totals of 1 786 405 58 and 903 714 96 respectively. An increase over the previous year is noted and the amount 882 781 22 appears as a comparison figure.

Texans Tonight Plan Seattle Club Meeting

Lone Star residents in Seattle gather tonight at 7:00 in the Pioneer building office of the Terre'Maverick company to discuss Texas club organization. Shawmut of the Boston Steamship company is due in Seattle from Tacoma about March 6.

Lone Star Seattle Texas Club Terre Maverick Company Pioneer Building Shawmut Boston Steamship Company Tacoma

Governor Refuses Last-Minute Reprieve for Kid White

Olympia march 1 Governor Mead again denied a reap ppeal to Kid White who is to be hanged tomorrow White's attorney submitted Hildebrand confession claiming White did not fire the fatal shot Spokane court last minute action sought a stay of execution Attorney O'Connor to Spokane to press stay but chances are slim The governor will not intervene and the law will run its course at the Walla Walla penitentiary.

Olympia Wash Mead Kid White White Hildebrand United States Bpokane Willam Kid) White Matthew Murphy Walla Walla O'Connor

Arm Torn Off on Dakota Oilers Ship

A Chinaman oiler aboard the Dakota lost his arm when caught by a crank in the engine room at 5 30 p m. He was thrown a distance and severely bruised. Dr. F Cook of Interbay amputated the torn arm and said there was little hope for recovery.

F. Cook Interbay

Riots and Naval Assignments Shaped by March Turmoil

Insley arrives to take over a U N command role amid naval reshuffles. In Springfield Ohio 28 rioters faced police court for disorderly conduct and concealed weapons as crowds fled to Dayton. Dying railroad brakeman Martin Davis identifies Dean as the shooter.

Springfield Dale Ammell Here Dayton Martin M. Davis Laybourne Davis Dean and Ladd Columbus Roscoe Ridgeway N. H. Fairbanks Martin Davis Degroes Edward Dean Dean Preston Ladd

Tenny Dies After Bout With Frankie Neil in San Francisco

Harry Tenny died at 7 80 this morning following a brutal beating by Frankie Neil at Mechanics Pavilion last night. He had fallen in the 14th round and succumbed to stomach and heart blows after a prior period of recovery and a sinking spell. Neil, son of Jim Neil, faced manslaughter charges as promoters and associates were arrested and bonded.

San Francisco Harry Tenny Frankie Neil Tenny Neil Mechanics Pavilion Urant Av. Hamman Harry Tennebaum Neilie Jim Nell Colma Monte Attell Goldfields, New United States Jem Bowker Nell Johnnole Praine Hall of Justice James W. Coffroth Moreris Levy Fight Trust Mark Shaughnessy Bonda

Woman Leaves Hotel Owing 160 Dollars

The prosecuting attorney learned Mrs. C. D. Beott departed the Stander hotel with an unpaid bill of 160 dollars. An information was prepared charging her with defrauding an innkeeper and efforts to locate her were begun. The hotel gave no details on Mrs. Scottia or her origin, and she had not been found, having left the city by train last night.

C. D. Beott Stander Scottia

Municipal Ownership Meetings Schedule And Speakers

Municipal Ownership meetings are set for this evening at Firetav and Wall Street Renton Hill Clubhouse Fort Lawton Hotel and McGee's Store. List includes Edward Brady W Harmon M J McGee W H Moore George H Cotterill Matthew Dow J H Hemer E B Button and others.

Firetav Wall St Edward Brady W. Harmon M. J. McGee W. H. Moore Renton Hill W. Wilkin Geo. HM. Cotterill Matthew Dow Queen Anne W. R. Gay Geo. FL Cotterill J. H. Hemer Geo. Iastman W. D. Wood C. Calderhead McGee's Store Keystone Av E. B. Button J. T. Oldham F. A. Rust

Bank Failure in Fort Smith Claims Depositors Paid

The Southern Bank & Trust Company in Fort Smith Arkansas with capital of $600000 failed to open on March 1 but said it would pay all depositors in full.

Fort Smith, Ark Southern Bank & Trust Company Capital

M Curdy Heads to Europe on European Assignment

Richard McCurdy announced he is leaving for Europe this morning as part of a New York assignment. The trip marks a significant move in his professional duties.

New York Richard McCurdy Europe

Garfield Amended Report in Packers Case Testimony

Chicago March 1 One Garfield representative testified for the government noting he amended his report at the packers request before submitting it by striking a hypothetical restraint of trade scenario.

Chicago Garfield Packers

Rob Store In Shadow Of The Police Station

D Scormafava a fruit and confectionery dealer at 221 Yesterday reported to the police at 7 o clock this morning that his store was entered last night and merchandise valued at 20 was stolen. Seven dollars in cash was also missing. The store lies close to police headquarters and officers on patrol did not notice any disturbance.

Rob Police

Battle with a Mud Shark Captured by Northwest Workers

A crowd of JEF employees battled a large mud shark on tideflats south of the city. W M Milne led the confrontation using crowbars and other tools as the shark died after a 20 minute struggle. The creature, said to be the largest mud shark captured in the northwest, looked imposing yet showed no appetite for humans.

JEF Fox Leviathan Saw Worka W. M. Milne

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F. K. Teao Teeh Cen Basay Sail Ren Te Volunteer Park Ralater Club Prince Teal Teeh Bagis Spokane ST. John Insley NEW Man B. M. Addison H.R. Insley Mel Minneapolis Addison Virginia Kaness Naval Department Navy Yard Htanaie Weil Pop Ular M. C. Meetings Arkansas Bank M'Curdy
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