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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1903
Page
1
Dre March 14 report states a mining man known in Oregon and California was murdered and his body hidden. Clothing and papers were found with the victim and evidence suggests an effort to erase traces of a struggle. Authorities probe prominent locals as a possible motive tied to mining feuds and wealth.
The trial describes a stabbing during a concert where Champoux allegedly refused medical aid. Witnesses discuss the weapon and the timing, noting the victim’s skull fracture and the difficulty of removing the knife. Defense cites insanity claims and the defendant’s mental state as central to the case.
Fire broke out in a closet at 5 Washington Street, residence of Mrs. P. Fisher, around 10 30 last night. Bias ety? The blaze was discovered soon after ignition and firemen responded. Damage estimated at about 28 dollars. Origin of the blaze not yet determined.
Rob inson shouted murder and begged for aid when eight men restrained him with handcuffs and a strait jacket to stop him from being forced into an arranged marriage. A crowd gathered as he was led away toward the train with his girls resisting.
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The board of public works held an afternoon session to transact bids for laying concrete, sidewalks, streets, and a sewer system. McClelland & Co and another firm submitted bids, with specs specifying grading, water main work, and street improvements along Western Street, Queen Street, Penland Street, First Avenue, and Twenty Reading.
A party of western Klondikers departed this morning by way of Vancouver toward Dawson. The expedition includes a Dawson city council member and a brother of a prominent Atlin figure, along with W. Northup and others accompanying the group.
The State v Mack Scott case faces an appeal to the supreme court as a new information is filed charging a similar crime. Mary Halli, Scott’s former victim, died last week after delivering a baby girl. A second young colored girl, 16, is about to become a mother, her name withheld to protect reputation. Governor Pardee notes a farewell message highlighting substantial legislative session results in Sacramento.
The committee of affairs of the chamber held a long conference with the county supervisor and Councilman James Morrigan to discuss erecting a new city hall and county courthouse. No action was taken as the group debated joint or separate buildings and adjoining sites, deferring a report until more facts and public opinion are gathered.
Crowds gather around the police station as detectives accuse Dr. Narey of hampering the investigation into the Burdick murder. Blood and brains reportedly suggest foul play, while the doctor claims death by his own action and seeks to hush up the affair.
The Board of Public Works calls for bids to furnish about 1 166 000 feet of lumber cut and delivered to Cedar Lake saw mill Algo for a municipal lighting dam project. Six proposals urged, bidders to supply timber and transport or erect a fully equipped mill, with the city owning the mill on completion. Lumber includes stave wood, slabs, and 176 000 feet for pole transmission lines to the city.
Bound over to the superior court yesterday by Police Judge George is Manry Ploeha charged with grand larceny for the theft of a box of sheea.
Chicago March 14 voters returned a steady result as the Democratic primary yielded a clear nominee for mayor. The outcome sets the stage for the general election with the party’s chosen candidate advancing to the next ballot.
Sidney Wakewell seven year old son of Mr and Mrs Wakewell of 414 Columbia Street died at Providence hospital after four weeks illness. He suffered an abraded toe and was treated by Dr Raymond. Funeral arrangements are set for tomorrow afternoon at the Lady of Good Hope undertaking company with interment in Calvary cemetery.
Superior Merrie issued a ruling on drawing divorce complaints requiring plaintiffs to be residents and presidents of the county where filed. Dismissals include the suit of M ret Mockly against Henry Mockley and Hela Orey against Florence Orey for lack of stated King County residency. Other divorces granted include Gertrude Branch from a sertion and Willon Jackson from Jense Jackson for cruelty.
A joint meeting of councils of the Royal Arcanum is scheduled at the Pythian Hall on First Avenue and Pike Street at 7:30 PM. Howard C. Wiggin of New York City will preside with Washington grand council officers. After the degree, a banquet will follow.
Bank clearings today total 41 374 dollars up from 9 487 a year ago. The year over year increase is 114 041 dollars.
J. D. Conley, a waiter, tried to take possession of the Drum saloon on Marion Street while intoxicated. Police arrived to find him sprawled on the floor as five men restrained him. Detective Tennant helped escort him to the city jail to sober up.
HM L Tibbala Jr a prominent merchant of Port Whsend arrives at the Butler Carl Trotel postmaster at Port Flagler travels to the city J Waldrip of the Waldrip Water Co of Olympia visits the area in transit
C Lane manager of Goore Mining Company of None will arrive tomorrow after an extended visit in the region. Queen transportation is noted with M L Bherpy editor and proprietor mentioned in the note.
Crowds plan to attend the launching of the schooner D Hillings at Port Minkeley. The steamer Sarah M Renton will run extra trips this afternoon to carry Beattie Ing attendees, with the ceremony to be illuminated by electricity.
The week’s largest sale was McGraw & Ittinger selling the second avenue building now housing Hannon Grocery Co for 46,000. H B Turner & Co sold the J F McNaught mansion at Sixth Avenue and Columbia Street to William G Naird for 21,500.
The governor announces the creation of a new four county board covering Chelan Okanogan Douglas and Ferry counties. Carl Koch of Spokane is named to the state board of barber examiners, replacing W. D. Jackson whose term expires.
Rome dispatch outlines two Italian leaders, Premier Zanerdelli and Baron Bonnino, known as the rival “rivers.” Bonnino proposes government loans to peasant proprietors to break up estates, ease taxation, and curb debt. Zanerdelli, praised for finance skill, champions policy shifts and ties to socialist factions. The piece likens Bonnino to Hall Caine’s Baron Bonnini, the villain in The Eternal City.
Thieves entered Metts Haberdashery last night, stealing fifty Stetson hats of various sizes. Police report no arrests yet, and three large leather valises were used to transport the loot. Entry was gained via a rear door after climbing an open court. iron bars on side windows aided the break in.
A slight earthquake震震 felt in Washington causes minor alerts from officials including City Engineer Thomson. The tremor was weak on streets but noticeable in some offices, with the Weather Bureau acknowledging the event as a rare occurrence in the area.
The Riojun Maru under Captain Ohno from Yokohama arrived in Se harbor with 63 passengers and 4000 tons of freight after a severe Pacific storm. The troupe of Japanese acrobats, Amota I, managed by Keeler, plans to depart for New York today.
The Third Avenue hotel will be built on the northwest corner of Third Avenue and Marion Street after Daniel Carmody secured a 129 by 129 foot tract. Construction begins immediately on a $200,000 project.
Plans were filed yesterday afternoon for a new Tabernacle Baptist Church to be built at North Avenue North and Harrison Street. The modern church is projected to cost 11000 dollars. Battery Street M B Church received a permit for 1200 dollars in repairs after a recent fire damage.
A testimonial benefit concert for Rev J Gordon Mpherson, chaplain of the Nishs American War Veterans, is slated at Mt Zion Baptist Church near the river. Falls within Seattle area events as one of the great Jubilee concerts by Seattle’s colored community.
Prof Trever Kincaid head of biology at the University of Washington will lecture tomorrow evening at Carpenters hall Fourth and Pike on Environment and Adaptation Illustrated. The lecture is free and a large attendance is expected. Sister Mary of St Cecelia a Sister at the House of Good Encouragement on Ninth avenue died yesterday after a nine month illness of consumption. She was 31 and came to Seattle from England ten years ago. Family name Fitzgerald.
A notice promotes free lots located one block from the streetcar line and about a 15 minute ride from Pioneer Square with $5 down and $5 monthly payments.
Spokane officials probe two candy factories after using marble slate once used in morgues to mix candy. Probes note slab ages and alleged storage of embalming substances, while owners deny knowledge. Health officer orders halt to use pending findings as candy trade reports a decline.
Foreman Warner reports a bloody affray among Japanese workers on the Darrington branch. A man, angry in a dispute, wounded a coworker with an axe nearly severing an arm before the foreman and Beattie acted to save lives. Authorities notified.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians plans a St Patrick's Day program at Ranke Hall Tuesday evening with an overture piano solos recitations violin duets songs and an oration by Patrick Winston. A morning solemn mass at the Church of Our Lady of Good Veer will be officiated by Prefontaine with Mahoney delivering the sermon on St Patrick.
The new term at the Y. W. C. A. begins next Monday. Existing classes continue and new offerings include gymnasium work basketry and china painting.
Ernest Martin suffered a fracture of his left arm and leg at the ocean dock yesterday afternoon when heavy umbrellas fell on him.
The marriage licenses granted include George Rodmer, 30, and Lena Guetason, 28, both of Beattie. Rey Aldrich, 29, of California, and Jessie Bryant, 21, of Oregon, are also issued licenses.
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