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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1902
Page
4
A Seattle scandal plot unfolds as gamblers and slot machine operators threaten to reveal Dr Thoms past to seek a venue change. Baptist ministers, aware of his Palmyra and Ohio history, refuse him pulpit access and note his shift from ministry to medicine.
David Thomson, jailed for embezzling $75,000 from a Savings and Trust Company in Scotland, has been taken east by Deputy Marshals Ide and Crosby to be handed to fish authorities and shipped to Scotland. He quips about spending, recalling a "dream" of a Scotch girl while detailing wine, dresses, and jewelry he bought.
The government bill of complaint against the trackers combine arrived from Washington and will be filed at 5 pm. The beef fight harms stockmen shipping to Chicago, estimated at 400000 in three weeks, with total losses including rail, grain and allied interests believed to reach 1500000. Packers and stock growers bear the brunt as trade suffers.
Representative Jones introduced the omnibus bill proposing fish hatching stations in several states. The plan would allocate 25 000 dollars per station in Yakima County Washington and 2500 dollars to locate a site in Oregon or Washington for a biological station.
Washington May 16 The death of Senator McMillan's son may delay the Ide investigation for several days though the committee plans a report for action next Thursday No charges have yet been filed AEC of Socialism topic of Dr H F Titus address at present hall tomorrow.
A Lorenzo Marques dispatch reports the Boers are certain to agree to British terms for peace and a proclamation to this effect has been set for May. A general rejoicing is being arranged at Delagoa Bay.
Turmoil hits Hotel Butler cuisine department as union cooks and waiters walk out at 12:30. Hotel scrambled to fill orders with limited staff as meals eventually reach tables amid uncertain cause and rumors of non-union hires.
The senate committee approved an increase in the Seattle public building appropriation from 150000 to 250000, raising the total project cost to 1000000.
Rev Louis L Bowerman longtime pastor of First Baptist concludes his five year tenure with a farewell sermon on May 11 at 11 a m in the Fourth avenue church at James street The morning topic is The Three Gardens In the evening he preaches for Dr Gilchrist at Westminster Church Broadway and Columbia Street Rev Dr Proudfit of Bellaire Ohio preaches at First Baptist in the evening
Iva Crocket aged 18 and Louise Chock aged 15 ran away from Major Newell's Industrial school in North Seattle yesterday and were picked up by Policeman McClurg later. They were taken to police headquarters and turned over to Maj. Newell. The girls were trying to reach Kent, where they reside.
Pay day at the city hall distributes 37,600.50 from multiple funds to city employees with allocations listed for General fund 22,060.26 Water fund 4,760.253 Library fund 44 City park fund 427. Marriage licenses issued to Harry Johnson 32 Anna Fer Haase 35 and Anna Waasman legal of Seattle.
A new 180 foot Hood Canal steamer for the Hood Canal Transportation Co nears completion. Built to 15 knot minimum speed with 80 berths and 200 passenger capacity, the $35,000 vessel will run Seattle Hood Canal daily, replacing the Olympic on the route. Builder is Mr. McKensie at Moran yard.
A U S marshal seizes the brig James H Bruce tied at Arlington pier amid a libel case. Coalmen coopers shipwrights and Long Shoremen alleged nonpayment, with the ship towed to a buoy in the bay and to moor until the claims are settled. The Seattle steamer of the Pacific Coast line sails north at 3 p.m. tomorrow.
The North Pacific Whist Association announces its 1961 officers with A. E. Payne of Seattle as president H. D. Cowles of Olympia as vice president H. R. Clise of Seattle re elected as treasurer E A Avery of Tacoma as secretary Directors named W B Blaines of Beattie and H B Holmes of Portland The 1962 annual tournament will be held in Beattie at the president's home.
The Western Central Labor Union demands removal of city support for Moran Bros Celebrating the Nebraska keel laying on July 4. The group advocates against government battleship ceremonies run by wage-slaves, urging the city to withhold aid amid labor disputes. The letter, dated Seattle May 9 1902, is forwarded to the city council with resolutions criticizing Moran Bros actions.
May 10 Ellensburg reports infant death of Mr and Mrs J Stering’s child with burial in Portland. Twenty eight teachers took an examination. James H Werls Co surveys for a high line canal perhaps starting soon. Rains praised by ranchers. Notice to creditors in Henry Dubbs estate. claims due within one year at G F Bogue office Seattle. Administratrix Clara Dubba announces filing from Beattle Washington. May 10 1902.
A Mallard Central school baseball contest between two Iris classes ended 6 to 2 in favor of the upper grade. Mise hite of the eighth grade hit a dramatic home run, racing the ball and circling the bases while all other players chased the ball. The Pallerd gtria plan several games this season despite the small crowd.
A large shipment of strawberries in top condition plus sudden demand pushed prices to 2.25 this morning mainly for Sunday orders. Asparagus, cherries, and other produce show varying gains while live poultry and meats remain steady. dairy products and eggs also feature notable prices across Washington and New York markets.
The Alaska Central Hallway venture aims to open Alaska interior trade via a new road. OG M Dickinson leads the effort with four more parties to start this month. Preferred stock at $5 per share raises funds for a permanent survey while White Pass & Yukon stock from 1898 has surged to 550 per share, signaling strong market interest.
Readable text lists the Alaska Central Railway Company with main phone 379 and an address at 215 216 Denny Blig and 1468 2d Ave. No clear event or action. records show contact points and locations for the company.
Prices offered to producers at the Peattie dock include barley at 21.80 per unit and corn bulk at 18 Cormicaton’s daily correction lists. The item mentions chicken feed and dairy products from Washington with terms like ranch and creamery, reflecting general market data and price adjustments. May 10 Chicago WheatTA GAM refers to a market note on grain prices.
A Maine meeting of Teamsters will be held in Carpenters Hall tomorrow at 1 p m under the joint auspices of the Teamsters union and the W C L U. The purpose is to agitate further organization of the Teamsters union with speakers H Pohle FA tust secretary of the W O C L A William Stackman state labor commissioner G A Rice editor of the Union Record S W Harmon of the State Federation of Labor and F W Clark member of the Longshore mann and Teamsters unions.
At a Seattle Pres club meeting the press committee agreed to host the Utah press association when they visit early next month. A seven member reception unit will meet the group near Beattie and guide them through Seattle including the water front navy yard and city sights. Sub committees oversee hotels transportation drydock theaters finance banquet printing and city sights with a group dinner planned the night before departure.
Sunday listings advertise gree clam bake at Pleasant and a baseball game at Evergreen park with concerts and dances at both venues. The route includes ship departures to Bremerton and Olympia area, fare 600 round trip, and a chance to see the battleship Oregon as boats depart Colman Dock at several times.
A brief sales note urges quick action near work sites and warns against late buyers. It emphasizes that fast purchasing saves money and invites readers to call Monday for the deal, targeting those who delay.
The notice describes a public vote on issuing bonds to fund library and related expenditures, detailing the in favor and against statements and listing polling places across the city wards with specific precincts and rooms for casting ballots. It specifies bond amounts and the purchase of Block Nineteen for the Seattle Public Library site, referencing Ordinance No. TOGA.
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