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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1901
Page
3
A May 7 report notes Minister Siva discussed with President Huttin the Canal Co. offer to sell its asset to the United States. The names and price were mentioned but an appraisal was agreed as the process.
Fragmentary text references a public appeal for aid and city furnishings. The item mentions a tee supplying thousands and a likely ongoing effort, but details are unreadable and key facts are missing.
Trading closed with North Common leading gains of up to 15 points and a total rise near 33 points. Analysts cite new agreements as a likely driver while Atchison Missouri Pacific also showed strong performance.
Reporters notes indicate Moore Investment Co and Fet Co secured a contract for 6 inch pipe to improve the Cap addition townsite. Pan American commissioners have named a president for May. Tacoma hotel in Tacoma is noted.
Trades leaders announce unity among machinists in pushing for a nine hour workday by May 21 and vow to resist if employers resist. They expect wide support across the industry and indicate readiness to adopt independent action if talks fail.
A jewelry store incident ends with a diamond ring missing from a case. A woman clerk observed the thief and alerted staff. A man pursued along Columbia Street to Flist where officers captured the suspect identified as Jos Genies, who had entered the store earlier.
Menane of Dexter Horton Co. increases bank facilities with new private office space and general remodeling. Work includes enlarging the room and finishing touches to create eight offices.
A report details Bevan's anger over a 25.20 fine from the court. Wesley Miller appeared before the county grand jury in a prior month regarding defendants accused of offenses.
Miller was assaulted by five men near the Grant Street bridge as they attempted to rob him. Officer Bevan intervened and the suspects were booked for attempted robbery. Miller vanished before trial, resurfacing a few days ago in Britain Columbia, prompting authorities to suspect foul play. Bevan then sought Miller to arrest him upon return and he faces time in the south tank.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Grimmith files a complaint against Louis Blanc for larceny by embezzlement sworn by 8. Davidson. Blanc allegedly obtained 827 from Davidson to buy 1,000 sacks at Centennial mill but gambled the funds. A police court hearing is set with bonds fixed at unknown amount.
A daily paper is to be started at Darrington. Mr. W. E. Brown of Southnd has purchased a new press and expects to begin by May 15.
Peter Sakola was fined ten dollars and given ten days in jail for peddling without a license but the jail term was remitted. Shorry Wells of Skagit County sent a Mount Vernon pony theft description to Chief Meredith. John St. Drevin was fined for peddling without a license. A Snyder, a teamster, was arrested for driving a horse with a lame shoulder, by Humane Officer Ridgeway.
Fire department respond to a still alarm at 2 39 yesterday afternoon for a residence fire on Gayleton avenue. Flames were quickly extinguished with damage estimated at 1.
W T Hodson the actor arrested Friday by Detective Crane at the Third Avenue theater is still confined in the city jail. He is accused of obtaining 12 from Russell under false pretenses. His hearing date has not been set.
Theo A. Cox of Sawtelle California asks Chief Meredith to locate his son Hanks Cox age 16 who left Sawtelle in April with Edward Turner an ex convict. Cox fears abduction but Meredith doubts the claim noting the boy is 16 years old.
Chas Hoetie recounts buying wine for a woman named Mandja Rose at a resort theater last night. He paid about $75, later refunded $5 after lodge staff and Rose’s checks confirmed the purchase. Hoetie suspects he was flimflammed and plans to avoid buying wine with friends watching.
Librarian Smith organizes EBooks magazines and references for a 10 000 volume collection under construction. He fills cramped space by stacking shelves to the ceiling while completing access to titles like Atlantic Education Forum and Library Journal.
The torpedo-boat destroyer Gelde Borough has been overhauled and will run a trial spin tomorrow. Every steam-pipe and joint has been inspected and the crew believe she can reach her contracted speed.
A Seattle police arrest targets a young Keating girl suspected of aiding a gang of house workers in a wave of burglaries. She is held without speaking, under surveillance for weeks, and investigators say she used aliases and early meetings to relay stolen access. Prosecutors may file charges once evidence is reviewed.
City ordinances passed curb to curb improvements including water mains on Fifteenth and Twenty-fourth Avenues and sewer lines on King and Beventh Streets. Petition by W P B Trimble cites two dilapidated houses blocking King Street, seeks removal after years of failed promises and alleged private city company agreement.
A letter from Mrs. McKinney asks no public reception due to ill health. A committee including Mesdames Sheafe Mitchell Lippy Parry and Humes will arrange a handsome souvenir presentation. Merchants oppose altered plans for the president’s reception, threatening decorates, while Tacoma claims the president as its guest until his release in the city, altering Seattle delegation plans.
Council debate centers on a sensational Star expose about the seven and Sunset Telephone Company. James recalls prior charges to urge caution as Muldoon and allies scoff, while taxpayers fear higher rates and a challenged franchise from a rival carrier.
The city council defeated a proposed ordinance to extend pound limits to include University grounds by a 7 to 6 vote. Crichton and Muldoon reversed their earlier support, defeating the bill, while Byers signaled a reconsideration next Monday. He argued daily damage to property and noted a faculty letter about campus beautification costs.
The Charles Nelson and Dolphin depart Lynn canal points at dark tonight. The Nelson carries Judge Manly and M. D. Barron to Cas son Bay for freight. The Dolphin boats a large passenger list with about 160 voyagers, many taking the round trip for pleasure.
The battleship Towa completed repairs at Bremerton and left yesterday afternoon, passed the harbor entrance at six last evening, and is engaged in target practice near Port Angeles for several days before continuing to San Francisco.
Mrs Jane L Lacey aged 1 residing in Beattle since 1473 died this morning at 221 Slattery Street from dental decay. Survived by daughter Mrs Charles Carpenter. Funeral at Putterworth & Bons chapel tomorrow evening. Remains to be shipped to O'Tirien Waeh for interment. Husband died six years ago.
Humane Officer Ridgeway told the council at last night's meeting that funds were needed to repair seven city watering troughs, but he could not secure an appropriation. Only three troughs are usable, and Ridgeway says little money could fix the remaining four.
The Char ity Organisation society held its monthly meeting at the New York block office. The day nursery committee listed 11 children cared for that month with 110 attendances, expenses 37.75 dollars and receipts 26.40 dollars.
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