05 Mar 1903
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1903
Page
1
Reported afternoon pursuit ends as Sheriff Mills halts efforts to locate suspect described as Benson. Observers note possible sightings in Elma and Pierce County with details of a California saloon sighting near Occidental Avenue and Washington Street. Authorities continue to investigate based on witnesses and comparisons to the escaped murder suspect.
Sheriff Mille receives no solid clue on Outlaw Chriet Hienton with possible sighting near North Yakima. A man matching Benson’s description rode a eastbound freight train and provided the name John Wilson claiming Olympia visitation once in life. Rumors of Benson near the coast and in Pierce County prompt further checks. Deputy McClellan reports from Odessa as authorities pursue leads. Mrs. Gemar says Fred Ronney’s adoption claim is false and Morrell’s will stands. the dog Dude accompanies Morrell’s son back to Odessa after the master’s murder and the faithful hound laments the loss.
A man leaped from a Northern Pacific train near a small town, crawled half a mile to safety on hands and knees, suffering bruises but no broken bones or internal injuries. He was too weak to talk clearly and was taken to a hospital for observation.
Spokane district court to plead in a case involving Poitrase who fled before trial. Bondmen and federal officers search for him while reports say he liquidated Spokane interests and attempted to contact a tribal leader with a large sum for notice. The fragment mentions a Spokane dance hall linked to the events.
A garbled OCR excerpt describes a fishing port cargo of halibut and arrivals from ships named Cape Fiat Balimut and Highland. Mentions Captain and Admiral roles, fair catches, and general activity but many phrases are distorted, yielding an unreadable, partial picture of a season and fishery report.
Aered pressured to assist seamen amid desertion issues as Mig city faces shipping and naval strain. Officials seek swift action to stabilize crews and ensure port operations continue smoothly. Local authorities coordinate with maritime agencies to address shortages and safeguard trade routes.
A proposed Seamen's Friend club aims to provide a safe haven for sailors at a building offered free by the Northern Pacific Railroad. The plan includes a gymnasium, library, club room, and a savings bank, with Rev Wert appealing to the Democratic News men for support. A special committee including J Smith K Graven Shorrock Dr Kilbourne A Hurwel and Andrew Knox was appointed to organize the project.
W G Schaef fer of Valdez fired a caliber revolver at himself on February 4 at the St Elias hotel in Valden. Passengers arriving on the Nome City from Valden brought word that he remained in a dying condition after a blow to the head and brain. Dr Tiedeman’s investigation described a skull fragment removed and brain matter exposed as the victim was unable to be moved.
The report notes Valdes plans another store while his niece Charlotte Cram lives in Logansport Indiana. An apparent suicide attempt left him self harmed. a book on his person reveals a large Bank of Valdes deposit. The Nome City report mentions two peas from Valdes.
A letter from Count Tolstoy to the Crown Princess Louise is published in St. Petersburg. He condemns the former letter as cruel and heartless yet expresses pity and a wish for her peace through faith in God.
Crowded galleries in Maryland witness a special Senate session with Senator Gorman greeted by applause. Hoar and Cockrell, joined by Kanadedl, present Lovelock’s call to order as Emot of Utah draws focus amid oath taking and rowdy reception for new members.
The body of Louis Martinelli an acrobat in Devil's Auction was brought for burial by the Henney Stewart Witton Company. He died at Victor Cole on March 2 from a trick performed on stage.
Beattie sends a full cargo vessel including a large amount of live stock and 200 passengers aboard the Queen. The Senator is due tonight with 104 passengers. Italian steamer Donn PMalten, chartered to load wheat for Sydney, arrived from Manoe this morning.
Spokane reports that Dr. G. R. Parkin and trustees agreed on a Rhodes scholarship rotation. The 1904 award goes to State University, 1905 to a Walla Walla college, 1906 to Hin te Agricultural College, and 1907 to Whitworth College Tacoma. Idaho will be considered if needed.
Rome reports the pope is very feeble with bronchitis and cough. Rev Harrett of Brooklyn urged patience as the pontiff may not receive visitors until his health improves, and morning scenes show the pope resting indoors.
Stage white with the Devil's Auction ties company recently acted in Seattle. The funeral will be from Bonney Stewart-Watson chapel. The actor known for acrobatic tricks died during a performance. another actor O'Tirten was killed on stage earlier. The act featured a back spring escape and stunts before a crowd at the Grand during January 12 and 14 performances.
Mrs. Nellie Underwood, jailed nine months on an infanticide charge, was freed today on a 5000 dollar bond. Her husband, also charged, was previously tried and appeals are pending. The young wife, 17, appeared unemotional as she left with her attorney and said goodbye to her jail contact.
Farmers along Lake Washington chart a new steamer named Emily Keller for the Hoethell to Madison and Leech parks route. Built at Houghton and owned by local residents, C. H. Munson commands the vessel with 1.5 feet beam and 4.7 feet hold depth.
Hundreds of placards announce job opportunities on the Pacific coast and inland mills. An employment agent says the Great North Way will recruit men from Michigan and Wisconsin to fill positions, as work pauses mid season.
A legal notice states the Gas and Electric Company seeks an injunction to restrain another utility from actions in Hanford today. The case questions whether the second firm is legally in the state and subject to New Jersey law.
New York reports a committee to reorganize the Pacific Packing and Navigation Company at the request of stock and bondholders. Work starts at Blign Island to repair boats and equipment ahead of the packing season. BB. W. Huntoon is retained by the receiver to manage cannery affairs.
In York on March 5 Renre raided the cotton market again. The morning session showed further declines in paper Sole Sully's securities. Bully I remained cool as an ice, though he argued at the thinner per minute.
In Washington on March 5 the anthracite coal commission conferred with the President and the Operator’s attorney behind closed doors. Mitchen arrived at 2 oclock this morning.
Amended Seattle Cataract Company franchise earns council approval to compete on equal terms with Seattle Electric. The measures set rate caps, service obligations, and conditions for new construction and underground wiring, with final passage expected next Monday.
Annie Rooney, a known Beattie court character, burst into police headquarters at noon after allegedly stowing away on the Garland steamer. She bragged of visiting saloons to collect whiskey samples, interacted with officers, and was eventually sent to the women's cell after brief banter with patrolmen.
A fragmentary account notes Annie M leaving a cell and Corbett speaking of sobering up in a jar while a merchant, owner of a cattle ranch, plans an Oriental importing venture. The Netgal Trading Company is formed as a new business in response to unprofitable cattle raising in Arizona.
An immigrant named O Ohnich, long resident and married to a white wife with five children educated in the U S, lives in Beattie. He recently came from Arizon a where he spent years and built a small fortune, owning an electric light and gas plant.
A business men special committee was appointed at the Chamber meeting to arrange the entertainment for President Hoosevelt during his Seattle visit. Members include President Cline, Vice President Smith, Josiah Collins, E O Graves, John H McGraw, Jacob Furth and Judge Burke. Farallon due at about 4 30 this afternoon from Skagway arrives at Seattle harbor aboard the Alaska Steamship Company liner.
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