27 Mar 1903
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1903
Page
1
The second day of the strike brings considerable disorder and violence though no bloodshed yet. Unionists are warned as special policemen, revolvers drawn on crowds, and cars run with few collisions as suburbs feel the impact. Patrols and police precautions expand as transit workers protest and traffic limps through key avenues.
Superintendent Kempster of the Seattle Electric Company sought special police for its employees but Chief Sullivan refused, citing trust in the city force. Officers will supervise three patrols with plain clothes units mingling with crowds to deter riots, while the electric firm’s guards were not armed by the department.
Inspector Shiffler provoked confrontations during a Hallard strike at Fremont, drawing mobs and firing a revolver to deter interference. His car was stoned and tarred later, with threats of vigilante punishment as mill hands vow vengeance. Several passengers were struck.
The Western Central Labor Union reports Seattle Electric Co has hired 35 non union motormen and conductors from Spokane. A 25 member committee plans to meet the incoming train and urge the men to refuse work. The train is delayed to about 7 30 PM with guards posted along the line to talk with the newcomers. A Portland recruiting station is open and more men may be brought in tonight or tomorrow.
Special to The Seattle Coml shows Seattle Electric Company turning part of a car barn at Sixth and Olive into a boarding house to house new recruits. Negro cooks and waiters will staff hotel work while union men report company to hire recruits from prior Columbia. The facility appears hotellike with rows of beds and limited access, signaling planned intake in case of strike escalation.
In Tacoma the strike remains calm with no interference as streetcars plan to run after dark for the first time. Labor officials stay in Tacoma and Seattle until settlement. Six men reported for Tacoma line work in Portland, two were assigned, others declined or mixed with strikers amid disputes over two discharged workers.
Edgar Thompson died at Providence hospital after a surgical operation. He came to Seattle from Trinidad, Warwick to undergo the procedure. A brother Alfred Thompson lives at Waterville, Washington. Detective Lane investigated a shooting incident near Second Avenue and 1000 Creek but could not identify the shooter. Mounted Patrolman Bryant will review the case.
In Tacoma German Genter attorney petitions judge to grant administration of the estate of the deceased Oben. Consul Geisler, advocate for An Keny, contests actions by Mr Ankeny in court and seeks control of assets valued at more than a sum. Proceedings resumed for final determination after morning hearing.
The city debates a proposed ship canal cut through Beattie and Late avenues south as crews work a six foot deep trench. The project faces a dispute over street rights and condemnation, with temple president and the Wa company Chief seeking action after a Streets Committee meeting.
Henry Seigert and his wife were separated by order of Special Judge. The divorce was granted to the wife on grounds of non-eu valid actions by the husband. The judge noted both parties suffered grievance and gave the divorce on the principle of "ladies first."
William Pelite argued with Judge George and City Attorney Defruler on the witness stand, challenging his right to testify. Patrolman Liner arrested him for putting up an awning at 108 Madison Street within less than eight feet of the sidewalk. The awning measured five feet eight inches above the walk, fines totaling ten dollars and costs were imposed. Welles noted many Seattle awnings violate the eight-foot rule and hinted at more arrests.
Police Sergeant Stuart and Patrolmen Brown raided an opium den at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Jackson early morning. They arrested two smokers, a white man and a Chinese. The opium goods were confiscated. Sam King, described as a hotel keeper, and John Abrico, a waterman, were taken into custody.
Tonight's council committees clash over where to place a new city hall as the Osborne bequest of 61126 awaits executors' approval. Executors say no site is favored and demand explicit city plans before funds can be released. Contenders push Third Avenue and Pine Street as favored locations amid strong opposition.
The council committee on corporations meets this afternoon to discuss franchise applications by John Noyes and others. Noyes seeks two lines within Beattie limits and on MacR Massachusetts Avenue and southern city streets. A Washington bound line would serve a large district with currently inadequate service, though amendments to ordinances are anticipated before final action.
paving on First avenue from Pike street to Harrison street and to Queen Anne may be delayed indefinitely due to a dispute between Beattie Electric Company and the board of public works. The board insists on certain conditions for the project. The stalemate halts street improvements and could affect local traffic.
Land for sale on a half acre one block from the Columbia car line. Desirable for a chicken ranch or fruit garden. Small cash payment with the balance on easy terms.
Property listing notes an address at First Ave and Cherry St with units 10 11 and 12 under Herbert S. Upper Glock.
The electric company claims no raises on hand and says it will lay the grooved T rail immediately. A recent secret board meeting led the secretary to notify the company that work would start soon.
The Hive Funnel liner Achilles arrived from Liverpool via China and Japan as the first of a new large British steamship line to Puget Sound. She carries 1600 tons of pine tin for the P. PB and N. Co and 600 tons of miscellaneous Oriental freight.
The sinking made ground beneath the corner of First Avenue and University Street threatens a 20 inch water main and a brick sewer near a proposed seven story building. Superintendent Walters and Councilman Mullen reviewed an inching subsidence and fear further sinking could break the main, delaying possible repairs. A steamship, Charles Nelson, had arrived from San Francisco with calm seas reported.
Deputy W J Allen sued for injuries after a fall from a train platform into a tree 40 feet below. The jury verdict by a superior court panel found in favor of the plaintiff for damages. Attorney Fulton and Paben represented the plaintiff.
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