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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1899

Page

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Filipinos Run Like Deer As U S Troops Move on Pasig

Manila dispatches describe General Wheaton's new brigade advancing on Guadalupe Pasig and Pateres to clear insurgents toward Laguna de Bay. American gunboats shell the jungle as Filipinos suffer heavy losses, with one American killed five wounded and about 40 Filipinos killed.

Manila Wheaton Guadalupe Pasig Pateres Laguna de Bay Dewey L. Folger Thomas Miller Charles Davis Chris Thompson Twentieth Infantry Charles Easly Twenty-second Infantry James Kline Twentieth Kansas Caloocan San Nicolo Pateros Taguise Stewart Munson Theodore Misner John Black William O’brien

Is Still Hopeful About Magnolia Bluff Forts and Seattle Trade

Assistant U. S. Quartermaster Captain W. W. Robinson returns from Washington optimistic about Magnolia Bluff military post. He lobbied for Seattle as a port to outfit transports, notes encouragement from national officials. Contracts for fortifications worth 240000 plus planned work near Marrow for two batteries may cost about 50000, benefiting Beattie by local supply. Lake Washington Canal bill has strong support and may pass.

U. S W. W. Robinson Magnolia Bluff Washington East Army and Navy Department Seattle San Francisco National Capital Hobinson Robinson Beattie Lake Washington

Beaf Prices Drop Sharply in Dawson Markets

In Dawson markets beef prices are reported extremely low with first class meat at 26 cents and poor at 15 cents. The drop follows an order that beef not stored in refrigerators by May 1 will be deemed unfit for use. No refrigerators are in Dawson, prompting quick sales at reduced rates.

Dawson

Capts Smith Attacked In Tenderloin District

Captain Smith, a familiar figure in the tenderloin area, reported at police headquarters that a crowd knocked him down and attempted a robbery. Plasters on his nose suggest injury, and his gold chain valued at 900 dollars may have attracted the attackers. Police are investigating with no arrests yet.

Smith Tenderloin

Frank Watson Caught Stealing From Beater & Co

Frank Watson was caught stealing blankets from Beater and Co on a Saturday afternoon. He was arrested as he attempted to sell them to a second hand dealer. In Judge Cann's court he pleaded fully, was fined nine dollars and costs, and sentenced to thirty days in jail.

Frank Watson Beater & Co

Seattle Inklings Funeral Notices and Local News

Multiple funeral services announced for Rater Peterson EB H W Anderson Joseph Engler and Mrs W A G Trevor with interments planned at Lake View Calvary and Portland. Licenses issued for Marshall Whitford Jennie Hetanger Chas Albert Hurgh and Laura Adamas. Saloon expulsion and East Columbia Street sewer projects to be decided at tonight's council meeting. The Beattie Gee Electric seeks a streetfront post near Second and James. Oscar Williams death ruling from trestle fall. Anti-Saloon League forms committee to monitor council action.

Marshall Whitford Beattie Jennie Hetanger Dey, Mich Chas. Albert Hurgh Laura Adama San Francisco M. I. Church Columbia Street Broadway Twelve Avenue

Sailor Injured In Port Slip At Port Plakeley

Chas Lewict, a sailor, was seriously injured Sunday at Port Plakeley while loading weapons. He slipped from the bridge to the deck eighteen feet, was brought to Beattle and admitted to Providence hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Chas. Lewict Port Plakeley Beattle Providence Hospital

Sampson Seeks Reappointment for Officers Rejected

Washington March 13 Secretary Long received a letter from Sampson in which the Admiral requests the reappointment of officers recommended for promotion for gallantry off Santiago, omitting his own name, after the list failed confirmation.

Washington Long Sampoon Santiago Sampson

ALONG THE WHARVES STEAMERS AND SCHEDULES

The City of Seattle will sail for Skagway tomorrow morning after a delayed departure. Dirigo arrives Thursday from Alaskan ports. Garonne due late week from Honolulu. Kinehu Maru due the 18th via Honolulu. Queen arrived from Vancouver and will coal for San Francisco on the 16th. Spartan expected with coal for San Francisco, Catrina likely to sail tonight for San Francisco with a large freight and coal cargo.

Seattle Skagway Garonne Honolulu Steamship Queen Vancouver San Francisco Dteamer Catrina San Franciscoe

Was' Again Arrested In Morning Detention

William Poyazinski was rearrested this morning by Detective Meredith. Tiewae appeared Saturday before Judge Jacobs but the jury could not reach a verdict, and he was discharged. No date for a new trial is set, but it may occur sometime this week.

Wm Poyazinski Meredith Tiewae Jacobs

Hoffmann and Poynamaki partner sentenced for receiving stolen goods

G W Hoffman of Hoffman and Poynamaki, secondhand dealers, was arraigned before Judge Jacoba on a charge of receiving stolen goods. He pleaded guilty and received a one year sentence to the penitentiary.

G. W. Hoffman Hoffman & Poynamaki Jacoba Hoffman

Carpenter Claimed Robbery At Dewey Saloon

W H M Greenwood reports being beaten and robbed of a watch at the Dewey saloon. A warrant issues for Nela Metres Hal Jackson and two Dee family members. Helms was arrested and cried when accused, unable to speak much English.

W. HM. Greenwood Dewey Nela Metres Hal Jackson Dee Helms

Maccabees Ladies to Stage Pike Street Entertainment

The Ladies of the Maccabees Seattle Hive No will host a Rankes Hall show on Pike Street Wednesday evening. A musical program is planned and a good time is promised for attendees. Dancing will follow the entertainment.

Seattle Ladies of the Maccabees Rankes Hall Pike Street

New Time Schedule for Great Northern Overland Train

Acting on the new timetable, the Great Northern Overland will depart eastbound at 7 PM instead of 4 PM. In tandem, the Northern Pacific adds a second daily eastbound departure. The NP trains from St Paul to the west arrive here at 11 06 AM and 4 PM.

Great Northern Overland Northern Pacific St. Paul

Miner theft claims cloud Dawson gold record case

The complaint, prepared by Mr. Allen, accuses Thomas Pawncett of manipulating Dominion creek bench claims to defraud miners and favor officials. It alleges improper permits, biased adjudications, failure to refund fees, and listing vacant grounds for friends, with Fawcett denying charges in a letter to Commissioner Ogilvie and Allen vowing proof.

Allen Thomas Pavncett Dominion Creek Bench Emma Reech Pawcett Mesera Charles K. Zorn Andrew Nelson Nelson Zorn Fawcett Dawson Ogilvie B.C. Allen Seattle

Port Gambia Waiter Dies At Sea On Schooner J H Bruch

B Jensen a waiter from Port Gambia died yesterday aboard the schooner J H Bruch. His remains were taken to the city on the steamer Prosper and the funeral will be held under the auspices of the Pacific Coast Seamen's Union of which he was an active member.

B. Jensen Port Gambie J. H. Bruch Prosper Pacific Comat Seamen's Union

Gomes Ousted as Cuban City Awaits Aftermath

Havana March 13 The city is alive with excitement over the ousting of General Gomes. United States troops keep order, preventing trouble as Gomes supporters parade and anti Gomes factions press the streets. Threatening clashes loom while both sides issue manifestos.

Havana General Gomes United States Gomes Viva Gomes Assembly Generali 'Nde Lea

Cold on the Trail Arrivals warn of frostbite on Dawson to Seattle route

Arrivals from Dawson via Skagway report severe suffering on the trails due to frozen feet. Two mail contractor workers started crossing with the mail, later suffering frostbite but escaping severe injury. Mounted police encountered a group headed for Tagish with an elderly man in charge where feet were badly frozen. A Tagish physician said amputation of both legs would be necessary.

Dawson Skagway Seattle Richardson Tagish

The New Religion Organised In City

The Society of Universal Religion led by Rev. Alfred W. Martin formed last night with about fifty members. Trustees elected include three year terms: RE. C. Hughes, Jacob Furth, C. G. Dickinson. two years: R. Winsor, W. F. Braggini, D. B. Porter. one year: Grimm Davies, J. D. Jones, F. Myer. Next Sunday's lecture asks if abandoning the Bible removes authoritative guidance.

Society of Universal Religion Alfred W. Martin RE. C. Hughes Jacob Furth C. G. Dickinson R. Winsor W. F. Braggini D. B. Porter Grimm Davies J. D. Jones F. Myer

Indecent exposure arrest shocks Spruce Street residents

John McDonal, a teammaster, was arrested by Officer Spangie on indecency charges after neighbors on Spruce Street reported repeated appearances without sufficient clothing. Indignant residents plan to press the case in municipal court tomorrow morning.

John McDonal Spangie Spruce Street

Allen Warms Up Ex-Gold Commissioner Fawcett

Former Dawson official Fawcett faced a Dawson committee of investigation on charges of incompetence rascality and neglect of official duty. The inquiry opened in February with Commissioner Ogilvie presiding. Fawcett was absent from Dawson at the time.

Fawcett Dawson RH. C. Allen Klondike Nugget Ogilvie

Judge Ladd Buried At Seattle Funeral Service

The funeral for Joige Ladd was held yesterday afternoon at Eiks hall under Seattle lodge No 2 B P O Woodmen Knights of Pythias and Foresters attended. The Bike ritual was read and Dr A L Hutchison delivered a short eulogy as floral decorations filled the hall. Pallbearers from Elke included William H Moore W H Brinker W H Parry Bolton Rogers Dr George Newlands and Richard Saxe Jones active pallbearers from Woodmen were A L Klein F H Drew and A M Mecklem and from Knights of Pythias Geo Hooker D F Coombe and J F Mitchell.

Joige Ladd Eikshall Seattle Lodge No. 2 Woodmen Knights of Pythias Foresters A. L. Hutchison Elke William H. Moore W. H. Brinker W. H. Parry Bolton Rogers George Newlands Richard Saxe Jones A. L. Klein F. H. Drew A. M. Mecklem The Woodman Geo. Hooker D. F Coombe J. F. Mitchell

Multnomah Club Bowls Sweep Seattle Crowd

A large Seattle Athletic Club crowd welcomed Portland’s Multnomah bowling team Saturday night. The 8 A.C. team won three of four games, with light refreshments served in the directors’ room. The score follows: Multnomah,

Seattle Athletic Club Multnomah Club Portland 8 A. C Multonomah

Weather forecast and ship readiness update

Observer Balisbury reports Seattle will see rain tonight and tomorrow while eastern Washington remains snowy. The Golden Gate awaits orders from San Francisco before proceeding north and is ready to depart at any time.

Balisbury Seattle Washington Golden Gate San Francisco

Government Holds Two Pacific Coast Steamers for Transport

Government resists releasing two of the Pacific Coast Steamship company’s liners the Senator and Puebla for Honolulu service. The firm may need to buy or charter a new steamer if these vessels stay in government hands, as only a few ships on the California coast are suitable for the route. The piece also describes Alaska rail travel and White Pass Yukon frontier scenes with sweeping notes on scenery, trains, and winter routes.

Honolulu Pacific Coast Steamship Company Pacific Coast Company Senator Puebla California Cottage City Curaceoa Atlantic Islands

Locks Break On Freight Carts Near North Seattle

Seattle and International railroad officials report locks on freight cars along the line toward North Seattle are being forced by tramps and hobos. Police investigate with a warning that any offender captured faces punishment.

The Seattle & International Railroad North Seattle

First Train Through White Pass Summit Report

Co A Boscomb of Salt Lake rode the City of Seattle southward after passing the White Pass Summit. He just came from Atlin country where he says quiet conditions prevail and Americans feel disgust and disappointment. He doubts violence from the exclusion act, predicting robbers may cross into American territory or head for Yukon prospects.

Yukon Northwest Territory Atlin Country Boscomb Skagway Discovery

Nance O'Neil Opens at Seattle in Magda and Jewels

Nance O Neil headlined at the Seattle theater last night in Magda with McKee Rankin and Herbert Carr. Tonight the company presents The Jewels with Miles O Neil as Leah. Mise O'Neil is praised as a great actress and a novelty in Seattle theater. Her support is superb and audiences are seen as enthusiastic all week.

Seattle Nance O' Neil Magda McKee Rankin Herbert Carr Miles O'Neil Leah Mise O'Neil Miss O'Neill

Court settlement ends domestic dispute with officer involvement

Dan Owen and his wife failed to reach agreement and officer Tripp intervened as the family row escalated. He returned intoxicated and damaged several doors and window lights before Judge Cann fined him ten dollars plus costs.

Dan Owen Tripp Cann

Four Held Over Opium Smoked Atop City Night

William Hamilton, a bartender, Heal Luts, a barber, and Mary Smith with Jennie Ward were arrested by Officer Corbett last night for smoking opium. All four face a municipal court hearing before Judge Cann this afternoon.

William Hamilton Heal Luts Mary Smith Jennie Ward Corbett

President appoints Herbert Putnam librarian in Congress

The President, on March 18, named Herbert Putnam of Massachusetts as librarian in Congress. The appointment places Putnam in charge of the Library of Congress, with duties to manage research and reference services for lawmakers and staff.

Washington Herbert Putnam Massachusetts Congress

Personal mentions of guests and locals at hotels

Adam Davis of cette Ireland, registered at the Diller. Co. P. Dickey, lumberman from Bay View, at the Diller. J. W. Currie of Wooley, at the Diller. J. Rosenfield of Chicago at the Butler. J. W. Denberger of Buffalo, N. C., registered at Seattle. M. de Vries, wife and sister, registered at the Northern. Mr. De Vries a California politician and senator from Stockton. Lee de Vreis, a city resident, is a brother of the senator.

Adam Davis Cette Ireland the Diller J. W. Currie Wooley The Diller J. Rosenfield Chicago Butler J. W. Denberger Buffalo, N. C Seattle M. de Vries Mr. de Vries California Senate Stockton Lee de Vreis

Also Mentioned on This Page

Captain Robinson Army Post Capt. Smith Rater Peterson East James Street EB. H W. Anderson Bonney & Stewart's Lake View Cemetery Joseph Engler Sacred Heart Church Calvary Cemetery W. A. G. Trevor Seattle Undertaking Company Beattie Gee & Electric Company Hee Board of Public Works Wheeler Restaurant Second Jamen Oscar Williams Miack Diamond Sampson Generous Dirigo Alaskan Porta Spartan Francisco the Maccabees Seilor Jensen Comez Sthl NEW Religion Judge Ladd Caulthorn Oregee Ligier A. Burkhardt Idleman Ore Coffman F. C. Burkhardt Ehrlich Churchill McKennie Gillete Weather Forecast Spelger & Hurlbut Second Avenue Pacific Coast S. S. Co Pany Log Cabin McDonald Creek Alaska Lake “Jennet Fort Selkirk Heney Station Atlin Northwest Mounted Police Keene Lake Bennett Bennett Frozen Summit Lake White Pass Becuimaux Utah White
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