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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1901
Page
3
Coast Steamship Co and Seamen’s union reach a compact to pay certain expenses when sailors are not aboard the vessel. The agreement applies to union men employed and specifies conditions for reimbursement of costs incurred during layovers.
A series of building permits is listed including a two story dwelling at 1815 Minor Avenue with a cost of 42 dollars, a house at 7 to Sll Mel Avenue, a one story frame at Tub Twenty third Avenue for 200 dollars, a two story frame at 1617 Fourteenth Avenue, and a two story brick on 151L First Avenue with costs ranging from 208 to 800 dollars.
A Grand Rally of the Christian FPN in Seattle and vicinity was held at Plymouth Congregational Church. The main speaker was Dr. F. E. Clark with Rev. C. C. H. Phalanx and Rev. S. C. Thorp contributing. An afternoon program included song service led by Mrs. Columbia City and a reception. the evening featured Dr. Clark’s address and state convention items.
The Philadelphia Times notes gowns in crepe de chine chiffon and tulle with Horwe orange shoes and white satin ribbons. Cretonne applications in Indian de lens shift from blue to violet and fuchsia to mauve. Oyster emerges as the season’s color, evoking water tones and green shades.
The first boat race of the season took place yesterday afternoon on a 1.5 mile course between the Freshmen and Bemore clubs of the State entity. The Freshmen won by a quarter length in 6 minutes 15 seconds after a close exciting race.
In Philadelphia on May 18 the common pleas court ruled Napoleon Lajoie may continue his services with the American League. The decision strikes down the reserve clause in baseball contracts and may affect theater and other business affairs.
Hurley Wisconsin resident B Hand writes to Seattle Typographical union asking for information on William Strandberg a printer who left North Dakota for Washington about a year ago. Strandberg's brother died recently, making his location urgent.
Flora Helle Pratt daughter of Mr and Mrs P R Pratt aged sixteen dies in Brooklyn yesterday afternoon from a tumor. Ernest Case seven month old son of John W Case dies last night in Ballard from pneumonia.
A Seattle story centers on Mrs. A W Kimball and George Davie once bound by romance and money. She challenges Davie’s version while detailing his letters of affection and financial losses. A long list of related travelers and locals appears in the account, hinting at a wider crowd involved.
Late arrivals include A. L. Brockway EB. C. Prince Charles H ulroney and 8. &. Winans from the rush cutter. Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Gordon and F. W. Bransom of Spokane. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Harrison from England touring the United States. At the Stevens W. A. Rennick Skagway and W. H. Christen and wife are listed.
Bayard Veiller reviews a week of performances by Frawley and Verner companies in Seattle. Madame Sans Gene is praised as a superb presentation led by Mise Van Buren and Napoleon, while Chas Erin Verner’s Irish comedy proves enduringly popular. The piece notes Pearl Sanders and Pearl Sanders’s forthcoming role in Blue Jeans at the Grand Opera House, with plans for authentic realism and a strong cast.
Grant sailed for the south yesterday afternoon and conferred with Col Howard M at the treasury. He is making his fourth trip to investigate canneries and ensure the 4 cent ace tax and 16 cent on a bar iron are properly levied.
City officers report street improvements are slowing as funds and levies face scrutiny. A prepared statement to council outlines liabilities and remaining projects, with mentions of asphalt work and long lead times on several blocks.
An open meeting at block hall No 1 will discuss parish finances and street improvement. Rev WM Lane will address attendees while committees review papers, aiming to begin water land purchases and city land examinations for a new project.
Sunday excursion to Port Orchard aboard the new steamer Athlon from Columbia Street Dock at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit health treatment at Ladies Bath Parlors, 911 Ard Avenue, Mrs Tait in charge.
Tomorrow Sunday the Steamer Athlon will run excursions from Columbia Street dock to all Port Orchard points at 9 50 p m 1 30 p m and 6 15 p m giving residents a new transport option on the river.
The Seattle Behoo Dramatic Club presented Dr Howell s The OCarrotera in fine style before a large audience last night. The cast included Mey nald Steeple as Edward Roberts Zilpah Fenton as Mrs Huberta Charles Smith as Dr Lawton Misa Walsh as Mrs Crashaw and Dr Wasconer Rest teeth was $7.0. The scene featured varsity performers tackling a difficult Lowell e style farce with notable effort.
Monteguma son of Sitting Hull famed Sioux chief works as a bootblack in Philadelphia. He graduated from a Caritele Indian school where he excelled in learning and athletics. After struggles finding work he opened a bootblack stand and now plans to expand to other city areas. He owns a pretty home with his Sioux wife.
The Excelsior reaches port from Valdes carrying 11 passengers and freight. W. T. Boyle Jr reports that Chestochena has seen several hundred people travel there recently and express satisfaction with the results.
FVERETT May 14 Edward Heatty a Great Northern brakeman was struck by a train while crossing a culvert this morning. One foot and one arm were mangled and he is likely fatally hurt internally. He was taken to the general hospital at Everett.
The Third Avenue theater announces a May 19 to 25 run of Roanoke a life picture from Virginia featuring Southern stereotypes and a strong cast led by Louise Carter and Monetta with a vivid scenic backdrop and melodious interludes.
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