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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1899

Page

4

Dougherty Arrested in San Francisco Firemen's Fund Embezzlement

John Dougherty former treasurer of the Pacific Coast Firemen's association was arrested in San Francisco on felony embezzlement charges involving about 817,000. Police traced him to a ship at Baden and to a Gilbert street home before Det. Cody and Sgt. Donovan brought him to the City prison in Seattle, bonds set at 50000. Dougherty denies wrongdoing and claims he handed over books and funds to Financial Secretary Ward.

John Dougherty Pacific Coast Firemen's Association San Francisco Seattle Dougherty Pacific Ceest Firemen's Association Donovan Cody Gilbert Street Ita Anewistion Third Street Baden Cody Garden City Drass Ward

Seattle Tacoma electric railroad incorporation filed

Articles formalized for a Seattle to Tacoma electric line with capital stock of 1,000,000. Incorporators include Slater Collins Burch Esherman and Corcoran of Seattle and Busey Knotword of Tacoma. Workmen clear the rail route as franchise actions loom before Tacoma council and Seattle entry plans. Trains expected by late September or November 1.

Seattle & Tacoma Electric Auditors Charlie W. Slater John Collins George A. Burch J. F Esherman Anthony Corcoran Seattle Tacoma Henry Busey H. F E. Knotword Speen

Killed Kentucky Bees Driven to Toll of Hives

Louisville March 7 Severe weather has struck Kentucky apiaries with millions of bees killed and honey production nearly extinct. Bee men in Todd Fayette Boone and other counties report heavy losses from cold and heavy snow that blocked air to hives, suffocating the bees.

Louisville Kentucky Jusl Todd Fayette Boott

Prussia's Prince Henry Named Commander Of Mast Aviation

Berlin March 7 a high official of the German navy department informed the Associated Press that Prince Henry of Prussia brother of Emperor William had been considered for months for the command of the Mast Aviation squadron and was finally approved in principle.

Berlin German Navy Department Prince Henry of Prussia Willian

German official admits tensions with United States over Manila affair

The Emperor seeks to appear friendly to Americans while noting Henry is popular in the United States. An official clarifies that Manila incidents showed Diedrichs lacked tact and that better timing could have yielded good results. This marks the first German admission of friction with the United States over Manila.

Henry United States Admiral von Diedrichs Miekrohe Manila Diedrichs Manila Bey

Harvard Commencement Marshal Named From Clarida TowA

Periah of Clarida TowA chosen marshal for Harvard senior class day. Eugene Allen Gilmore elected permanent class secretary. Periah attended Lake Forest University with an A B degree in 187 and studied at the University of Chicago earning A M in June 18 9 2. Gilmore comes from DePauw University, class of 1892.

Cambridge Mase Periah Clarida Towa Harvard Tan Gehoo Pariah Eugene Allen Gilmere Clase Lake Forest University University of Chicago BK. A. Glimore de Pauw University

Shows Matred of Victoria

NEW YORK, March 7. At the home of St. Davids society in Sher cy, President Thomas L. James proposed the toast The President of the United States and the Queen of Great Britain. Civil Justice and Mrs. Wauhope Lynn remained seated. Justice Lynn said he would rather serve twenty years in state prison than toast Queen Victoria. He and Mrs. Lynn left the banquet hall.

New York Homr of St. David's Society Shercy Thomas L. James United States Mra Wauhope Lynn Lynn Queen Victoria Alliance James M. Heck Philadelphia Mrs

Why Rates Are Less Cheaper Freight Transportation Advancing Rolling Stock

W McIntosh master mechanic of the Chicago Northwestern argues larger cars and locomotives cut costs. He notes railways have expanded tonnage capacity since 1886, replacing old cars and boosting efficiency while warning against overloading for fuel wear and safety, predicting future standardization of large equipment.

W. McIntosh Chicago & Northwestern Railway Northwestern Railway Club McIntosh Ince Lake Hare Read

Indiana State Law Suspended by Federal Bankruptcy Act

Judge John M. Baker of the United States Court decides Indiana asset laws are suspended by the federal bankruptcy act. He states the act is the supreme law, rendering state statutes inoperative where they conflict and removing state court jurisdiction over bankrupt estates.

Inthanapolas Ind John M. Baker United States Alatriet Court Indiana

Fire headquarters move debated by city council

Discussion centers on relocating city fire headquarters from Meveath Avenue to the block bounded by Yesterny Terrace and Fifth Avenue. A new building would cost 11000 to 15000 dollars, with added staff. Two new engines may be purchased to replace two unfit units. The Board of Public Works will report recommendations to the council Monday night.

Meveath Avenue Yesterney Terrace Street Fifth Avenue Board of Public Works Lune

Flight of Wild Geese Reveal Unusual Winter Migration

A northern prairie geese migration floods the Mississippi and Missouri regions. Hunters report vast flocks feeding on green fields from Alton to Cameron with geese visible from bluffs and along Dardenne and Lemp preserves. Veteran observer Henry Mueller notes the unusual January spectacle.

Witness Ie Epring Ulinole Okaw River Pleht Alton Jim Doyle Prinole Doyle Mitchell Station Missouri Anné Dardenne Prairie Culver Grounds Horseshoe Lake Lemp Preserve Cameron Bt. Charlesiounty Henry Mueller St. Charles

Weather Forecast for Rain Tonight and Tomorrow

Observer Sallebury predicts rain tonight and tomorrow with a high over Idaho and Utah and a low moving over British Columbia bringing rain and brisk to high southerly winds in Washington. A maximum wind near 28 mph was recorded last night in Seattle.

Sallebury Idaho Utah Tritish Columbia Washington Seattle Portland Astoria

Mail Carrier Robs a Pouch in Route Heist

In Quincy Ohio March 7 Zachariah Hughes and Hamilton Hugins drivers on the Beverly route. Hamilton reported being held up by two men who robbed his pouch. He and his brother cut open mail powers. a registered package valued at 210 was taken for five dollars. Hughes was arrested at Beverly and the money hidden in a haystack recovered. The accused are ages 21 and 23.

Quincy Zachariah Hughes Hamilton Hugins Frothers Beverly Hamilton

His Easy Way. A Rail Yard Misadventure

A man in the Hroomingdale area boasted of an easy homeward route by boarding departing engines. He would ride a locomotive until it reached the outskirts or beyond, relying on one that moved toward the giler works. Recently a yard engine started eastward and the man climbed aboard, unaware of the engineer’s sly awareness of his scheme.

Consolidated Street Railway Company Framingham Worcester Consolidated Hroomingdale Giler Works

Through Trains Between Seattle and Kansas City Planned

Northern Pacific will run through trains between Seattle and Kansas City twice weekly, connecting with Burlington service at Billings. Trains depart Seattle Mondays and Fridays, reaching Kansas City Tuesdays and Fridays, with Burlington links to St. Louis Omaha Anaconda Butte and return.

Northern Pacific Railroad Seattle Kenras City Burlington Kansas City

Government Receipts Jump in February Deficit Narrowed

The February comparative statement shows receipts totaling 9 771 794 321 with a gain over the prior February and internal revenue rising by about 7 240 000. Expenditures for February reached 43 915 999 leaving a deficit of roughly 6 004 000, while eight month receipts stood at 225 414 187, up by 274 597 from the year before.

Washington, D.C Agarnet Cuetome

Mexicans to teach Indians in Yaqui country

Prof Fernando Beltran and nineteen teachers from Mexico City arrived in El Paso en route to Honora Yaqui territory. They aim to establish first class free schools and colleges for higher education of Indians long at war with the Mexican government. Teachers were sent by President Diaz at government expense following Yaqui requests after a treaty.

Paso Tex Fernando Beltran Mexico el Paso Honora Ding

Wanted to Shoot His Wife at Daly's Theater

A jealous husband arrived at Daly's theater on West Thirtieth seeking his missing wife amid a reported plan to kill her and then commit suicide. He frightened the audience before police intervened. names were withheld.

New York Daly's Theater West Thirtieth Street

All Women Are Barred from Saloon Visit

Atlanta March 7. Mayor Woodward refused entry to officers of the Salvation Army who sought permission to enter a saloon to conduct redemption work. He cited existing law barring women from saloons and declined to violate it.

Atlanta Woodward Barreome

Boy Robbers arraigned in New York court

Three teenage highway robbers were arraigned in the James Market police court. Michael Sanitonelo 17 of City street Henry Moran 18 of Elizabeth street and Michael Gorman 17 of Oliver street faced charges for a Saturday night hold up on 359 Henry street in Chrysitive street at gunpoint, deprived the victim of a gold watch and chain, and were pursued by police before being captured in an alley. Magistrate Crane remanded them for examination.

New York James Market Michael Saniton Elo Citystreet Henry Moran

Fire engineer killed in Renton Hill call

A fire engine overturned at engine house No. 9 on Renton Hill while answering a call. Engineer Chas. E. Hraban sustained injuries and died about ten hours later.

Renton Hill Chas EB. Hraban

Ohio River Flood Threatens Cincinnati and Portmouth

Cincinnati reports the Ohio River rising with a stage near 6.5 feet causing rail and riverfront disruption. Lower river towns like Portmouth fall under water and dozens of low-lying districts evacuate stocks as floods threaten Kentucky and West Virginia. The piece notes historic floods and links to river clearance and heavy spring rains.

Cincinnati Ohio City Steamboat Landing Portemouth Charleston W. Va Kentucky

Fresh Crisp Money Demand Drives Women Shoppers Trend

A local bank teller notes rising demand for new bills among women who favor crisp currency. Banks catering to female customers keep fresh notes. laundering money is described as a common practice among some wealthy women, who have notes washed and pressed to look pristine.

Treasury

New Incorporations Report Delaware Firms Form Firms

Several new companies are recorded with varying capital stocks. Beattie & Yukon Development Company joins with 25 000 capital stock. Telluringa Golding Company lists 159 6 percent capital stock across 14 000 shares. Golden Tunnel Development Company posts one million dollars capital in one million shares. Seattle & Tacoma Electric Railroad Company files with one million dollars capital, ten thousand shares at 100 par, fully paid. Incorporators and trustees named include Mitchell, Harwood Morgan, G Logan, Frank Mack, J M Heagh, Michael McTeigh, W H Norton, Thomas Marshall, T J Humes, R B Nichols, A F E Cronenwell, W F P Chadbourne, R J Graham, R W Price, John Collins, Chas Slater, J F Behrman, Geo A Bureh, Anthony Cerocoran, Henry Bruce, H M F Knatvold. Principal office set for Seattle.

Beattie & Yukon Copany Mitchell, Harwood Morgan G. &. Logan Telluringa Goldeing Company Capital Frank F. Mack J. M. Heagh Michael McTeigh W. H. Norton Thos. A. Marchall Golden Tunnel Development Company Jrst T. J. Humes R. 8. Nichols A. FE. Cronenwell W. F P. Chadbourne R. J. Graham R. W. Price Beatle Seattle & Tacoma Electric Railroad Company John Collins Chas. W. Slater J. F. Beherman Geo. A. Bureh Anthony Cerecoran Seattle Henry Bucey HM. FE. Knatvold Tacoma

Northern Pacific Adds Double Daily Transcontinental Service

The Northern Pacific introduces a double daily transcontinental schedule from St Paul to the West Coast. The Puget Sound Limited leaves St Paul at 8 55 a m and the Oregon Limited at 10 90 p m. The morning train gains about 85 minutes coastward, with trains spaced about twelve hours apart, offering daytime stops and faster night runs.

Chicago Northern F Pacific Paul Minneapolia North Pacific Coast Pointe Puget Sound St. Paul Oregon Limited

Cuba Prospectus Warns of Land Ownership Limits

A historical note argues Cuba has little vacant land and almost every acre is privately owned. It cautions potential colonists that, unlike Oklahoma, there are no endless public lands to claim and that land must be purchased from impoverished owners. The piece assesses investment odds and the reality of Cuban land ownership.

Cuba

Woman Dies Refusing Doctor in Christian Science Belief

Mrs Geo Nash aged 46 died in Quincy without medical attendance and her friends say she trusted Christian science. She was treated by letters from Louise Chambers of Chicago and aided by visitor PR Lambert. Coroner Haselwood investigates the death.

Quincy Geo, Nash Chicago Louise Chambers Booth Halstead Street PR. Lambert Haselwoods

Portrait of a Summer Night in Rhyme

A warm night on a wide porch hosts a youth and a maid under a summer moon. The youth proclaims a beloved maiden, praising her beauty, voice, wit, and breeding as the lady smiles and replies with love. Publicly attributed to Peatrice Hanscom in November Ladies' Home Journal.

Bald Peatrice Hanscom Ladies’ Home Journal

Archbishop Vilette Recants Former Faith and Seeks Catholic Readmission

Milwaukee March 7 Josef Rene Vilette once archbishop of the old Catholic Church in America and formerly a Roman priest and Fond du Lac Episcopal minister has recanted. He seeks reentry into the Catholic Church and published his letter of recantation in Rome. Vilette suffered major excommunication after a papal bull issued last year.

Milwaukee Wis Josef Rene Vilette America Fond du Lac Episcopal Church Rome Vilette

Dewey Nominated by Parties Suggested by Watterson

The held proclamation by Henry Watterson of the Louisville Courier Journal favors Admiral Dewey for the presidency next year. Dewey has not voted since 1854, comes from a Vermont Republican family, and in a San Francisco interview about thirty years ago said he was a Republican.

Henry Watterson Louisville Courier- Journal Admiral Dewey Dewey Navy San Francisco Watterson Vermont

Marietta Refiners Testify on Standard Oil Monopoly

George Rice testified before Master Commissioner Brina in a contempt case brought by the attorney general to enforce the 1892 Supreme Court order against Standard Oil. Rice stated Standard Oil had a complete monopoly of refining.

Columbus George Rice Marietta Brina Standard Oil Company Supreme Court Rice Standard

Living By Not Eating: Longevity Theory From Sir Arthur Cotton

A London letter credits General Sir Arthur Cotton with extreme age to his habit of eating very little. He observed Fest inhabitants eat small quantities and argues people should average three quarters of usual intake with occasional fasts. He has been teetotal for decades and deems alcohol and tobacco as poison.

Arthur Cotton London Sir Arthur Inet

Elephant hair theft sentenced in Burma court

In Bur mah Todia last Wednesday magistrate Beale tried a case of elephant hair theft. Nee Tun Lin pulled six tail hairs from an elephant in Ahlone and hid them in his umbrella. The mahout confronted him and the hairs fell to straw. He was convicted and given twenty lashes.

Beale Burmah Todia Nee Tun Lin Ahlone

Theaters and Cyanide Talk Stirring Washington

Maud wonders about cyanide of mercury while Mamie hesitates. The exchange ends with Maud planning to attend the theater to see it, reflecting sensational chatter in Washington.

Maud Mamie Washington Star

Gypsy Rigo Divorce Cleared for Princess De Chimay

The wife of gypsy dancer Rigo has secured a divorce allowing him to marry Princess De Chimay, formerly Clara Ward of Detroit, after his elopement. The Vienna report notes the divorce was finalized on March 7.

Gypsy Rigo Clara Vienna Rigo Princess de Chimay Clara Ward Detroit

Cutting a Tiger's Claws in a Philadelphia Zoo Ordeal

The Philadelphia Record details a dramatic tiger claw trimming by Head-Keeper Manley and attendants. Amid a tense fight the team lassoed the Bengal, restrained the beast, and clipped the elongated claws with pincers, leaving the cage littered with shed carnivore fragments and a tense crew.

Philadelphia Record Manley Red Tiger Mantey Steve

Annie Gil Day Faces Blame Over Extortion Plot

Annie Gil Day of 496 Ninth Avenue was summoned to West Fifty-fourth Street Police Court by H Dulat of West Thirty-eighth Street on a charge of attempted blackmail. She admitted writing the threatening letter but said Dulat paid her $7 before she demanded $4. Magistrate Deuel adjourned for investigation.

New York Annie Gilday Ninth Avenue West Fifty-fourth Street H. Dulat MT West Thirty-eighth Street Sing Sing Mamma Papa Gare Devel Dulat Deuel

War and Diamonds in Hispano American War Aftermath

The piece notes a surge in American diamond demand after the Hispano American War with patriotic mood boosting sales by at least twenty percent. It mentions public appreciation rising as men show jubilation and women enjoy brighter stones and richer colors from port wines. It also records Hall Caine denying claims about a novel titled The Drunkard and denying likeness to the Savior.

America

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