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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1904
Page
3
In the Russian diet debate on Polish oppression in Eastern Prussia, Minister Hammerstein defends repressive policy claiming Poles worldwide work to reestablish Poland. He cites Polish Chicago as forming officers and a regiment to create an army to liberate Poland from Germany Russia and Austria.
George Wingard of Rutte Montana killed himself by blowing out his brains on the Boise river railroad bridge yesterday afternoon. His body was found in the water, mangled, after the act. He had removed his coat containing over $600 before the deed. No motive is known.
In Los Angeles on May 10 Dr Edward Hammond of Tennessee moved a resolution at the Methodist conference condemning hotels and restaurants for refusing meals to colored delegates. The measure passed unanimously. A second resolution aimed at allowing superannuated bishops to remain in office as long as possible also cleared. Rev H W Vincent presided.
Fifty five airships prepare to race at St Louis as Germany dedicates its palace of fine arts section this afternoon. Commissioner General Lewald hosts a reception after the opening. Works begin on a twelve acre aerial exhibit site amid fair weather and growing entries for the contest. In Chicago, eight hundred bookbinders strike for union recognition and closed shop terms.
The official prospectus for a new Japanese loan, totaling four million and eighty thousand dollars, was made public in New York. American bankers will manage the flotation with subscriptions opening simultaneously in New York and London, secured by a first charge on customs receipts.
Report from Port Thomas dated May 10 states that three German cruisers headed for the United States have redirected to Flanti, and a revolution is said to have begun there. The claim reflects tense neutral harbor developments and possible upheaval in the region.
His Imperial Highness Prince Pu-Lan nephew of the Chinese emperor toured the World’s Fair with a dazzling retinue. He praised American hospitality and Roosevelt as a great soldier while admiring the food and drinks and noting he cannot eat endlessly. He is heir to the throne and will remember the United States fondly.
The Gillespie trial jury was completed this morning in Rising Sun Indiana. The aged mother of defendant Mia James Elizabeth Gillespie sat in court visibly frail. The four defendants will testify in their own defense later.
May 10 reports from St Petersburg say smallpox and typhus are widespread in Manchuria and cholera and dysentery spread with crowded camps. Former Minister Pavioff's report on whether the US gunboat Vicksburg offered aid to the Varings and Koriets at Chemulpo says the Vicksburg refused to take wounded Russians despite requests from French cruiser Pascal.
A thief used pliers to pick a rear door lock at 1014 East Cherry Street, entered a child’s room, and stole the child’s savings of ten pennies, leaving with the trousers later found in the backyard.
Burglars entered Sven Jarviss room at 510 Fleet Avenue during the night and rifled pockets, taking 349. Police found no clues at the scene.
Washington report from May 10 states the government contemplates an extensive irrigation reclamation in the Palouse near Pasco. About 160000 acres require irrigation to become productive, with an estimated cost of 25 per acre and potential land value quadrupling after reclamation.
Wort plans a cider champagne and apple butter plant on Moran prairie by Evergreen State Fruit Company. Albert L Selter of New Ulm Minn says 600 acres are owned with 400 in orchard and 200 bearing. A $50 000 investment aims to produce 100 000 to 200 000 gallons this season. The site is a quarter mile from a proposed electric car line and a spur will reach the plant. Orchard nearby could supply 400 000 boxes of apples for about half the harvest.
We earnestly thank the press and our friends in this city and Tacoma for the kindness and sympathy shown in our great sorrow including floral offerings from the M W A Ladies of the G A R W R E C the employer and manager of the Bon Marche Again we thank you MRS HENRIETTA GOWELL EVA N GOWELL GEORGE G GOWELL Fest dinner in Seattle with Sauternes or Burgundy at Maison Barberia Second and James every evening 11 0 oor
Street officials will target billboards violating distance rules near Republican Street and Eastlake Avenue. Street and Water superintendents will notify owners to move or remove structures within ten feet of property to curb eye sores. Failure to comply could lead to demolition by the street inspector.
George F. Meacham argues the planned structure will benefit nearby property rather than hurt it. He notes the land is low and destined for business development sooner or later, asserting a positive impact on the locality’s prospects.
La Patrie prints the pope's letter to President Loubet protesting neglect of the Vatican during his Rome journey. The pontiff denounces anti clericalism in Europe and urges reinstatement of church prestige. He asks Loubet, “dear son in Christ,” to uphold the concordat with authority and magnanimity.
Attorneys and property holders spoke before the board of public works this morning over a proposed livery and feed stable on Broadway between Pike and Union streets. The board of health had already indicated sanitary concerns. Representatives for the property owners opposed the plan while opposing counsel argued for the project.
The May 10 elimination trial for the Gordon Bennett cup near Homberg saw English Champion Edge driving the Napier finish first. The race determines competitors for the June 17 event.
Petersburg May 10 General Kuropatkin sent a long telegram detailing the front situation and stating his war plans differ entirely from those of Viceroy Alexieff.
The Beattle theater hosted record crowds for the Weber-Wieldian travesty Fiddle Dee Dee featuring Tice, Cady, North, De Grey, Mins Harlow and dancer Mionsie Hope. Also on stage McPadden's Row of Flats at the Grand Burna rag and The Punkin Husker at Third Avenue with Galatea and Streets of London to follow.
Mayor Ballinger received a letter from the National Good Roads Club inviting Seattle to appoint Ninn and five delegates for the convention in St Louis. The mayor will select men likely to travel to St Louis as funds are provided. The club urges Washington to engage actively and Portland has invited the next annual meeting. The mayor then attended the Republican state event.
The Chamber of Commerce committee to study the portage and wharf controversy on Vashon Island returned this morning. Secretary Meikle said a full report will not be ready until a week from Wednesday after hearing both sides.
The board of works received a letter from J. G. Hortall of the Illinois Humane Society stating six city drinking fountains will be completed at the foundry by May 16 and shipped to Seattle by railroad. The fountains should arrive within about two weeks.
The chamber committer on city affairs met this afternoon to discuss building a sea wall along the waterfront and consider plans and implications for the waterfront area.
Examinations for teachers will be held in the series hall on Thursday Friday and Saturday this week. About 19 persons are planning to take the examinations.
Floyd and Dowd of Beattie marry Alice Gilson of Minneapolis as Eiment Commander Thomas Cavanaugh of the G A R visits May 1 arriving from Olympia. A reception is planned in Pythian hall by Steven C Miller and the Woman's Relief corps. Anna Jamison, a girl injured in a streetcar crash months ago, wins 1.40 damages from Beattie Electric in superior court. D Wainwright files for divorce from Grace Wainwright in superior court yesterday alleging desertion.
Searle and Reimer of the Oregon Journal Bowling Club lost to Kneyse and Gail lard of the Invincibles in the Monarch alleys two-man opener by 62 pins. Searle had the high game at 201. McManamy led the second match with 225 and Jenkins carried a 193 average. Seattle also won the four-man night event, overtaking Portland after a strong start.
Score details from Portland Seattle games with player tallies and totals across quarters. Notable high scorers include Jenkins with 213 for Portland and Searle with 201 for Seattle, along with team totals 1889 in one matchup and 1781 in another.
The North Broadway Improvement Club will convene at Bethel Chapel this evening at o'clock. The agenda includes discussing plans to improve North Broadway and Harvard Avenue.
The board of control of the bureau of Information, created to advertise the county and city at the world's fair, will hold its first meeting in Comptroller Riplinger's office. Preliminary steps toward active operation will be taken.
EF Brown faces trial today in the superior court on charges of conducting the Brown Painless Dental Parlors without a license. A separate case alleges he neglected to post his employer’s name prominently in the office. that case is pending.
At a Northwest Lacrosse league meeting the Portland club gained membership and the season schedule was revised. Upcoming games include Seattle Everett May 22 Tacoma June 6 Portland July dates plus Tacoma Seattle Everett and Portland matchups through July. Horace Phillips Seattle civil engineer dies after long illness leaving a wife five children and three sisters.
H W Reed and A B Com faced charges for breaking into Jacob Furth’s apartments in the St Paul Fiats last December. Reed was acquitted by a superior court jury while Cox was convicted. A card case and two stamps tied to the Furth theft were cited as key evidence but could not clinch Reed’s guilt.
Frank Smith, suspected in passing a worthless money order at a First Avenue jeweler, was arrested last night by Patrolman King. Police say his handwriting resembles that on the bogus document.
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