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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1901
Page
1
Dispatches from San Francisco and the Star report President Harrison’s condition remained unstable as telegraph lines suffered storms and delays. Dr. Jameson said no immediate change. the ailing president showed short breaths and moments of recognition fading.
March 15 at Aleveland Daylor Rogers and Grace dealt with a fatal domestic tragedy. After a night of drinking he woke to find his wife dead in sorrow beside a cradle, a grieving neighbor tending the newborn child.
London reports the British modified surrender terms for the Boers with amnesty for most, disfranchisement for rebels, and a plan to form a crown colony council including leaders. Brussels notes Doc Kruger will ignore terms proposed by Botha.
Washington reports indicate the State Department is deeply concerned over a Russo Chinese agreement on Manchuria seen as ceding civil governance to Russian officials in exchange for disarmament and fort destruction by Chinese forces. If upheld, China risks losing control of the province, with Russia gaining de facto dominion.
Russian and British authorities clashed over a railway project in Tientsin tied to a Chinese concession. The Russian commander ordered work halted. British commander McDonald appealed to Gen Barrow who ordered continued work, leading to fighting near Bu Paws with reported Chinese casualties and a call to German involvement.
Report from London and Washington describes Chinese opposition to Manchuria terms, with Beijing awaiting powers' stance before signing. Mixed signals show American and Japanese defense arrangements in Pekin while forces shift to the countryside, and China seeks U.S. protection from Russian demands.
Berlin Pros general store at Sumner was broken into late Monday night. Milton Ray, a boy employee, fired at the thieves who fled with goods. Ray believes he wounded one robber. A miner near Gosemake was killed by a falling rock yesterday morning. The Northern Pacific plans lumber reductions from Sound and coast points to Eastern Washington, effective April 1.
A major winter storm battered Minnesota and Wisconsin overnight with shallow ice and up to a foot of snow at Chippewa Falls Wisconsin. Rail traffic was slowed and trains ran behind time across the region as residents braced for more weather.
Philadelphia reports F Miller was arrested on a charge of sending an infernal machine to Miss Florence Bangor. The device, unopened, contained powder and was wired to explode when a crank turned. Instructions read Turn the crank and the music box will play.
Max Weix, former manager of the Grand case, convicted in Judge Cann's court of theft of a cook stove, paid his 10 fine and costs last evening after appearing in court.
Portland report says United States Marshal arrested J. H. Bowlin in Wallowa County under indictment for forgery in pension frauds tied to Frankfort Kentucky. Bowlin, a former four year cler k in the pension office, had been teaching at a school and made a sensational escape a year ago.
J Brooks, formerly employed, files a suit against Moran Bros Co alleging mistreatment and seeking 920000 in damages. The case centers on claims of improper conduct and seeks redress through the court.
The port Buford arrived this morning from Manila with 53 enlisted men and 8 officers of the Twenty-seventh Infantry.
A fight at a church festival in Dunnellon Florida between cowboys from Kissimmee and phosphate mine workers ended in multiple deaths. Cowboys fired on the crowd then charged. Three black men were killed and one wounded. two cowboys died and one was wounded. A woman and two children were injured by stray missiles.
The Roche Harbor Line Co purchases the brigantine W. G. Irwin, formerly Kimball Steamship Co. The Irwin arrived from San Francisco to Puget Sound yesterday and will be used to transport time from Roche Harbor to San Francisco.
Upper Sandusky Ohio March 13 Judge Allen W Smalley will be the end Man at the Elks minstrel show this evening He will sing Learn Sam Sam and tell personal jokes He was a Democratic candidate for state supreme court last year and may run for governor next fall election.
The Alaska Steamship Co.'s Dolph in arrived at Behnabacher dock from Skagway after a seven day four hour round trip from Seattle. On board were 50 passengers and about 26 tons of fish. J W W, formerly editor of the Skagway Alaskan, is among the passengers.
The article notes a revival of the long switch and elaborate chignon inspired by fashion half a century ago. It says only very long natural hair can achieve full effect, with others using switches. The Janice Meredith curl, a corkscrew twist over the shoulder, also returns as a spring trend.
The interior department ruling on the Moore townsite case dampens new construction in Skagway. Residents believe reopening the case could secure a victory if Moore located the townsite for an English company. Coastwise freight moves by river barge with minimal trouble as the Dolphin sails stopovers.
Donald H. Smith of Beattie purchases the small steel steamer Iowa now at St Michael. The vessel will run on the Kangarok in the Nome district this season. Built in Slowx City in 1899 and shipped to St Michael in sections, the steamer is described as a staunch little craft and a welcome addition to the northern fleet.
In Northwestern Miner an article on Seattle manufacturers highlights that city factories produce a wide range from candy sticks to large battleships. The total value of factory products exceeds 46 million dollars annually with payroll around 8 to 9 million. about 20 cigar factories employ many workers amid prominent candy, furniture, and other plants.
United States soldier Loys Darrell, charged with murdering a comrade, was captured aboard the steamship Hohenzollern after a 20,000 mile chase. Darrell, ex trooper of the Seventeenth Cavalry, was tracked from Pinar del Rio to Beira by W Dupuy, a United States detective. He will be taken to Havana Saturday for extradition. Both men hailed from near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
The Seattle Rod and Gun club plans a 1 story frame shooting box 10 by 24 feet at 2267 Sixteenth Avenue West. Designed for use on club grounds at Wear Seattle. Capt. W. KE. McKee serves as president and A. L. Hall is secretary.
In San Francisco on March 13 the wheat market opened with a notable quote at 6 99 percent, indicating a rise in grain prices for traders and buyers.
In Corsicana Texas March 14 a mob lynched John Henderson a Black man who confessed to murdering Mrs Younger. He was taken from officers before daybreak and burned publicly at noon as townspeople watched with a charged crowd. The victim’s body was found at home severely mutilated by the crime.
In Olympia on March 13 and 15 lawmakers whittled bills in both houses. The house passed several read bills while the senate delayed action on road and congressional district measures. Crow of Whitman County was missing, delaying a key bill while nickle in the slot machine ban moved toward law pending governor’s signature. The university site sale and leasing plan drew debate, with proposals to lease terms favored to avoid a public sale and preserve endowment potential.
York by him for the undertaking. When approached on this subject by a tar reporter this morning, Mr. Hunt neither denied nor affirmed the reports. Mr. Hunt at one time owned the "P. L" in this city and operated it for several years. He owns considerable property in Beattie and has a wave taken a great interest in the city. A large and beautiful summer residence on Lake et ton is now owned by him. While In Seattle Mr. Hunt is occupying a suite of room at the Butler, where he probably one of the busiest men In Seattle. He is besieged by hosts of people. His railroad projects in China caused world-wide comment.
Dr William Martin died at Whatcom Monday night from cancer while seeking a milder climate. He was a renowned Canadian physician, father of Dr H P Martin of this city. He recently traveled from Puget Sound seeking relief, but fatigue and illness led to death. Remains go to Toronto for interment. widow and several adult children survive.
March reports from Nome describe fierce winds tearing tents, record low temperatures, and several deaths from a harsh winter. Trails are treacherous with disappearances, while commerce slows but seasonal outlook remains hopeful due to continued stampedes and strikes noted earlier.
Lee J. Hunt, capitalist, newspaper man and mining promoter, arrived in Beattie from New York last night. Hunt owns a large mining venture in Korea and is en route to it. Reports say he plans to start another morning paper in Seattle and has bought a press and complete outfit in New York.
The bond of J A Bailey for 2.7 percent to insure improvements on Ewing avenue from Aurora to Bowman and on Bowman avenue from Ewing to Kilbourne was filed at city hall and approved by the comptroller. Smyth Wakefield Davis accepted the obligation, extending Cedar River water supply subdivisions 2 3 and 4 completion time to March 1 1901, with the extension effective only upon surety acceptance.
Reformers win as Justice Cann binds Lake Washington resort keepers over for superior court on liquor selling charges. Several defendants released on recognizances. Rockenfield’s case continued due to illness. Prosecution cites sufficient testimony from Burritt Lindsey and Johnson. Judge Cann also explains slots warrants policy and notes legislative view on slot machines. Ram Mussen discharged over side entrance ordinance. Louvre saloon proprietor linked to case.
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