21 Mar 1901
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1901
Page
1
Petersburg dispatches describe a tense escalation over disputed land near the Pet river. Russia and Britain clash over rights and settlement terms as von Waldersee faces setbacks and Beijing-influenced arrangements emerge.
The Alaska Steamship Co. vessel reached Seattle in the morning after departing Skagway and discharging 9 tons of fish at the Tacoma smelter area. It is described as the only ship to reach Tacoma within a year, contrasting with the Queen’s prior route to Seattle. Passenger William Young arrives from Alaska with the farm produce.
In a March 11 dispatch from D C a batch of nominations confirmed by the Senate includes Richmond Merrimac naming Hobson as admiral. Phillip retired as chief of the bureau of construction leaving the top ranks short. Hobson’s advancement places him near the front of a changing senior roster with pay around five thousand five hundred dollars annually.
A brief note reports an unusual event titled Apollo in Trousers at a normal school near Findlay. The account mentions a revived knee preacher and a gathering on March 2 exploring performance or lecture themes.
The Franklin Library society raised funds to buy a classical Apollo statue for Ada's school. The statue arrived and shocked female committee members who complained it was indecorous, prompting debate over returning or draping it. The men then outfitted the statue in red velvet knee breeches to stay on display.
M. Miller, the legal adviser of Mrs. Harrison, refuses to discuss rumors that the general will conflicts with her late husband’s will. Close friends doubt the claim as unfounded.
Lilly Brown was fined 59 and sentenced to 6 days yesterday afternoon by Jo George for the charge of robbing R. Weiss of 820.
Verona reports a flood after a dam broke on Tuesday causing at least 15 deaths and several missing as towns brace for relief efforts.
A jury was convened in Judge Griffin’s department to try William Debeon on charges connected to a murder linked to Kerry. The case involves testimonies from Dobson whose wife is the deceased woman’s sister, and Kerry was previously convicted of murder based on Dobson’s testimony.
With steamship and railway help Carnegie arrives from America and heads to London. He says he will not be guided by persistent requests for aid and denies seeking the New York mayoral nomination.
One of the men who killed Alvin Bateman during a robbery attempt near Red Rock was captured one mile away. He is wounded in the left arm and head and gives the name Charities Johnson. Lynching threats are entertained.
W M Easter was arrested today by a warrant on premises in an allegedly sanitary condition. He will be arraigned in the police court tomorrow. The defendant resides at 925 East Fir Street. Easter was arrested at the instigation of the health department.
Star correspondent Misa L. L. McDowell notes no new diggings yet this spring. The government trail remains the main mine route, in good sleighing condition. Captain Abercrombie plans a bridge over the Lowe river and a wharf at Fort Leiden. Walies residents seek funds for a wharf but Swanport relocation threatens progress. Surveying under way and several buildings started.
Loomis reports the tithe on land where the town stands has been cleared as part of early 20th century land tax adjustments. Local officials anticipate smoother assessments and potential development in the Loomis area.
Formal written charges accuse city Health Officer Dr M W A McKechnie of gross neglect of duty. Dr W Gideon, president of the board of health, says the board will meet in special session to consider the charges, backed by nine Beattle citizens. The Star reports the facts previously published.
A blaze in Washington last night caused about 40000 dollars in losses to Pyrenforth and Co cclothiers and Droop and Sons music dealers. The fire disrupted business and prompted investigations by local authorities.
Pullman March 1 Frank Harrison has been appointed fruit inspector of Whitman county.
Secretary Cortelyou outlines the president’s Western trip with stops at natural sights and Yellowstone. Three Pullman compartment coaches form part of the six-car special, featuring a steamer ride down the Great Lakes from Duluth.
The U S authorities report guidance from the U S Attorney General stating that unlawful entrants cannot be arrested without a warrant signed by a United States district attorney. The DA can appoint a commissioner to try cases, reinforcing a warrant requirement in San Francisco on March 2.
JOHANNESBURG March 21 The mines are starting to resume work and within a short time they will practically all be operating again.
Prominent Chicago leaders and guests from St. Louis Boston Cincinnati arrive from Portland and tour Seattle, visiting the power plant at Snoqualmie and the Bremerton naval drydock. They plan a Lake Washington cruise, speeches of welcome, and a railway-station debate as they learn about Beattie and Seattle’s growing role on the Pacific coast.
Washington reports deny Colorado reports that Interior Hitchcock would resign and be succeeded by Wolcott, denying any pending change announced from the White House.
Dr. Coyle, who arrived in Denver in October, sought church membership among laboring men and women but found many members opposed outreach. He leaves Denver, forfeiting a $4,000 salary, though he remains widely known and popular.
Superintendent Claypool of the Automatic Telephone Co construction department arrived in Beattie this afternoon to direct the new plant project. With the franchise declared valid by the courts, the company has rapidly advanced construction and line work.
The Inet the City gas case in federal court is set for Saturday March 2 by special agreement. It was understood a month ago that Corporation Counsel Mumphrey would not permit a hearing for about ten months or until the quo warranto case in the state court is decided, as he viewed it as the main interconnection of city interests.
Washington reports that the rivalry between two asphalt companies in Venezuela has moved into the courts there. The Warner-Quinlan group has sued the rival firm to the state department. The copy is unclear on further details.
The article notes vast gold losses from hoarding and shipwrecks, with McCulloch estimating 7,446,000 pounds sterling of gold and silver circulating. It discusses treasure-trove resurfacing yearly and ships sinking carrying variable gold, while arts demand requires about 16,000,000 pounds annually, roughly double currency use.
In Pensacola on March 21 the progress of a PR race is stalled as vessels are grounded. Officials expect release at high tide, with authorities monitoring the situation for any further delays.
Olympia March 2 capitol commission met to organize and outline next steps for capitol affairs. Members discussed procedures and timeframes for an orderly sequence of actions in the state capitol project.
Mrs Archibald Hankin earns the nickname the human lightning rod as storms approach she retreats indoors and leaps into safety. Neighbors fear stray shocks travel to her body during electrical activity while Rankin says such shocks affect others far less. The affliction began about three years ago when she was shocked while stoking her porch during an electric storm.
New York March 2 Daniel Henessy who began as a hod carrier in 1840 and rose to wealth in real estate is dead. He was famed as an expert judge of property. John Pondir long associated with the Gould Fisk Mille circle is also reported dead near penury. He was an original California ’49er who once held vast fortunes.
New York resident Mrs. Julia Bender lit a candle for her 12 year old daughter’s birthday and was burned when the flame touched her dress. She did not scream to avoid waking a dying neighbor across the hall. Mrs Wonder sustains mortal injuries and refused hospital care to stay with her child.
Frank Miller and Robert Johnson, both colored, were arrested in connection with the Tuesday night Washington Street robbery. Miller was held by Patrolman Adama, while Johnson confessed his role after being detained by Jater Corbett.
The Port Albert finished repairs at Morans shipyards and sailed for Port Gamble to load lumber for Australia. James Toft arrived Ballard from Tacoma to load balance cargo. Pacific Clipper Santa Barbara departed for Everett to load lumber for California. Rosalie will not leave Seattle for Victoria at eight and instead carries pleasure seekers to British Columbia in the evening.
The Rev. J. F. Coyle, newly appointed pastor at Central Presbyterian Church, submits his resignation after five months of tenure. He has voiced to the congregation that the task did not align with his view of Christian life and he could not continue.
Alexander Simpson shot and killed William Ross near Kent at dawn after an earlier fence dispute. Simpson, a native of Scotland, was arrested in Seattle and charged with first degree murder. Witnesses and family details accompany the report, noting Ross left a widow and a son. The article also mentions university ties and a digression on hour glasses in churches.
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