20 Mar 1903
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1903
Page
1
In a fogbound crash near Taunton the steamer Plymouth tore a 36 foot hole, flooding steerage and killing two occupants. Crew evacuated calmly as Taunton assisted and towed the damaged ship. Drownings reported among waist hands, with several injured and all others expected to recover.
A divorce action titled by Charles Reade is filed in the superior court in the morning. Judge 7 is assigned and a special hearing is expected to be arranged. The matter will be hotly contended and is likely to meet multiple proceedings.
In March in Pennsylvania the railroad faces renewed attention over tip handling and service charges. The proposed rule would require car porters and others to perform Gry services for tips received, with penalties if employers fail to enforce proper tipping practices.
A historical note traces the rise of a key mine near Fairbanks and Pedro on the Tanana River. It details an intrepid 6 trapper’s journey from Portage to Pedro, pursuit of trading with local Inupiat, and eventual stock accumulation worth over $1,000 with a small boat, prior to the Dawson discoveries. News spreads to Circle City as miners flock to Fairbanks creeks. The tale records early mining activity, stock depletion, and local exchanges as more prospectors arrive.
A March 3 report from Washington discusses bitter partisan clashes over Navy leadership and policy. Critics fault Crowninshield and high officers while defending duty and national service amid European conflicts and strategic debates.
Fragmented text describes renovations and construction aims for a building project in 1965. It mentions centers, importing, and forward work to speed progress toward making a top painting school with a four basement wash area and a trophy reference.
March 16 1 a gathering of governors from New York Massachusetts Virginia and Missouri for a Heta Theta fraternity dinner. The ex governor from Missouri and others were mentioned amid a report of a Montana garage incident and a mortgage sale probe.
The famous west front of Exeter Cathedral faces collapse as the wall has shifted from centuries of weight. Officials warn urgent restoration is required at once to avert potential total failure. The work is expected to be costly but will proceed immediately.
The county faces criticism over a grand jury that has failed to indict swindling schemes in the city, spending over $5000 in salaries and expenses. Officials argue the jury has not fulfilled its duty while threats of indicting grafters loom, and the public awaits results.
A burglar named Kennedy, with a room entry key, was seized by Japanese residents in Beattle after a loud room intrusion. The scene involved a leap, a shouted war whoop, and a swarm of tenants subduing him. Police later took Kennedy, who claimed to be new in town, into custody.
A large turnout of teachers from across the region convenes in Ashland for the North Wisconsin Teachers Association annual meeting. The two day program features papers and discussions on a wide range of educational topics.
New York city March 2. The only notable event this evening is the wrestling bout at the New Polo Athletic Club between George Mieher and Tor Matthews. Both have large followings and the outcome is awaited with interest.
Wellston Ohio March 20 miners press for a wage increase as state officers of the United Mine Workers arrive to discuss the day wage scale for sub district 2 of district 6 covering Jackson Lawrence and Virtencoun.
April 1 set for annual settlement as miners face wage pressures. Last year the miners' union faced many duties and could not strike in the district, with inside day work paid $1.66 while operators elsewhere paid $2.16. Industry conditions improve and rumors circulate of efforts to lift wages toward the higher regional level.
Judge Albertson of the superior court held the 1999 act allowing condemnation of logging roads over others lands unconstitutional in Healy Lumber Company v. Sharnger Morris. The defendant argued the law permits private use not authorized by the constitution and would block access to vast timber regions.
Under new state law taking effect June 10 a Seattle trust company named Beattie Trust Company will be formed with capital unspecified and backed by the Knickerbocker Trust Company of New York. It will conduct banking and finance other corporations and may serve as receiver or administrator. stockholders include J. W. Cie HH BR Ciltee Cheries F. Miller of Beattie and Leon Se Sy Heebe and William Nottingham Syracuse NY.
The Run for the Sentinel moves from Everett Jat to The Sentinelle and now runs via Colby while undergoing extensive alterations and repairs. A new house is being built on her to be larger and swifter than the Maneen.
The inquiry into the estate of the late Patrick J. Gleason, once a wealthy figure on Long Island, began in Jamaica New York, claiming a missing will and concealed wealth. Allegations involve Jessie Gleason’s disappearance and possible fraud amid a contested administration hearing seeking letters.
Trains bring students from Wisconsin normal schools to Oshkosh for an Inter normal oratorical contest to be held that evening. Participants include Robert Wendt Oshkosh "The Destined Rulers of the World" Guy C Pitts Platteville "Aaron Parr" Walter Muratt Stevens Point "Alexander Hamilton" Louis Limper Milwaukee "The Epoch Makers" Nellie Walseman Whitewater "De Social Unrest" Cintra Hedger Superior "The Spirit of the Trust"
Reported absenor two months from Pacific Coast Steamship City of Seattle arises from private communications. Captain Norman Nick wed Jennie Miller March 1 in Glasgow. couple en route home to receive a grand reunion on return to ship with bunting cheers and orchestra aboard.
City Engineer Thomacn and aides have completed profiles showing existing grades and proposed regrades for Third to Eighth avenues and Yesterway to Pike Street. Third and Fourth avenues are prioritized to permit construction of large solidings, with disputes between property owners and residents east of Third avenue expected to be resolved soon.
Beattie run steamers Athion and Kellance vie to reach the navy yard town first each afternoon at 2 pm. Northern Light owned by James of La Conner shifts weekly at 4 pm with about one ton freight. Aberdeen, recently purchased from Willy Navig, plans Puget Sound service as part of intensifying competition.
Reports from port indicate a crew shortage with three or four sailing vessels unable to depart Tacoma. Whaling ship Francisco and halibut steamer Manson face boardings as crews try to sail, while British vessel IIA lies at the street dock.
Watkins former proprietor of Monterey concert hall faces assault and battery charges after admitting he whipped the hall man. The dispute began near Second Avenue and Washington Street with conflicting claims that each man struck first. Watkins reportedly boasted of prevailing as police intervened and he was arrested.
The streets committee decides to report an ordinance creating a street from Union Street to Pike Street, midway between Ninth and Terry avenues. The new route would provide an outlet from Union Street and an easier grade up to the hill from Pike Street.
The University of Michigan and University of Wisconsin teams meet in Madison, Wisconsin, tonight to debate the income tax question. The topic is Resolved That the adoption of a general income tax by the United States government would be for the best interest of the nation. Mrs. Frances A. Clarke, wife of Charles H. Clarke, dies at 1121 Union Street after a brief illness at age 47.
The city will collect annual bicycle and dog taxes beginning in April. Wheel tags, issued in the form of shields, must be attached to the bicycle hood and worn from the start of April.
The grand jury debated indictments against Mayor Hummer and Chief Sullivan and voted eight to five to refrain without ex-Foreman Pigott present. Four true bills were returned later against Frank White, Justice Gill, and James Maranach, with one remaining against an unarrested concert hallkeeper. The body pursued the Fetterly case and questioned Mrs Fetterly and Mattie Bloen, who are away in Clallam County, while Whittlesey case evidence toward a potential indictment was reviewed. The judge advised on law in the Whittlesey matter but would not disclose his ruling.
Capt H HM Lloyd will lecture mariners on trigonometry and construction of nautical tables before Puget Sound Harbor No 14 American Association Masters & Pilots. The talk is at Globe Brecken in the association room on March 31 at 2 p m.
PRACTICE TRIP KAPTON Pa March 20 The Lafayette College baseball team starts its Southern trip today with a game against Columbian University in Washington DC tomorrow and faces the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on Monday and Tuesday. Johnson says the squad has shown improvement in practice and is confident of a successful season.
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