20 May 1901
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1901
Page
1
A sweeping one day strike of machinists started across the United States with report of workers leaving duties in several cities. Officials anticipate limited disruption and hope for quick terms, noting some regions show only partial participation.
In Austria on May 2 Queen Draga reportedly attempted suicide after revelations about her confinement. She allegedly tried to shoot herself with a revolver and then used poison before the weapon jammed.
May 20 report lists Edward Be a Great Northern brakeman who perished after an event with his train. He was found at Everett General Hospital around noon Saturday following the incident.
May 2 report states Boers blew up an armed train at a siding. Heath of the South Lancs was killed.
May 20 report notes the Everett Cristo Railroad Co gave events at Monte Cristo for newspaper men. The Everett party at 4 o clock Saturday returned today and the entire event was deemed a success.
May 2 report from Jacksonville says the militia remains on duty with four companies and a battery after a great fire. Authorities aim to prevent a widening strike among neighboring operatives as disruptions hinder reconstruction and progress.
A report cited by IS IT TRUE? PARI B indicates a Russian statesman talked of the ear planning to grant a constitution to the Russian people. The item notes similar circulation two weeks earlier and treats the claim as unverified speculation.
General Wheaton in Northern Luzon officially informs General MacArthur that combat in the Northern Luzon sector is concluded. Ak Soaps leaders there have undefined actions, with limited additional details available.
Fred Leo Weat aged 18 died at his parents residence at Seventh Avenue and Columbia Street early this morning. The report lists Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Weat as his parents.
Judge W H Pritchard longtime Tacoma attorney and former Pierce County superior court judge died of pneumonia at the Caledonia hotel in Olympia after growing ill during a state supreme court session. The death shocked his many friends. Deputy Al Clark arrested James B Churchill at Stone s Landing on a defacing property charge after Churchill challenged his claim as master of Stone s Landing. Churchill was booked for a hearing at Auburn next Wednesday. The land dispute could occupy the court for days.
Visitation crowds are expected for the annual grand lodge of Pythias meeting in Everett Washington. The event includes a parade at 1 pm, a procession review at 2 pm, and a reception for Rathbone Sisters at Fraternal hall. City streets are decked in flags bunting and evergreen trees as Everett prepares for the day.
Gen. Rus A. Alger confirms sailing for Europe for three months and reflects on his past actions. He asserts the Philippine war is finished, says he would have captured Aguinaldo earlier, and predicts Cuba will join the United States, raising Cuba’s values once absorbed.
Sergt Maj Heath, recently returned from service in South Africa, killed four of his children last night and then attempted to murder his wife and infant. the wife and child escaped.
John McKinley, first cousin of President McKinley, age 93, deaf and nearly blind, was sent to Marshall County Kansas poor farm after hisBlue Rapids daughter died leaving five children. He lived with them five years before the burden led to institutional care. The case may be reported to the president.
A broad strike among machinists and allied unions shuts all Seattle machine shops. About 1100 workers walk out over demands for a nine hour day with higher wages, while employers cite thin profits and reject a wage increase. Union halls in Seattle host crowds and social activity as talks continue.
Dr. John A. Pearson of the American Bible Society outlines a plan to translate the Bible into 16 dialects in the Philippines. Costing about 260000 dollars, the project would require 10 years of one translator’s labor plus a native assistant, plus printing and distribution expenses.
Edinburgh May 2 Andrew Carnegie has given 2 090 000 pounds to cover fees for all Scottish students at the Scotch universities of Edinburgh St Andrews Glasgow and Aberdeen A trust will be formed to administer the fund and the grant excludes English and colonial students.
Police Judge George ruled that gambling paraphernalia seized at Kennedy's gambling house need not be destroyed. The Law and Order league, intent on destroying gambling implements, hailed the decision and vowed further raids. Officials say daily seizures may now proceed without prior warning to gamblers.
The Supreme Court today sustained a case involving the American Sugar Refining Co. and the United States government over the assess ment of sugar shipped from Brazil in a green state. The court held that sugar thus shipped becomes more valuable after drying and duty was exacted on this larger valuation.
American troops will sail from Pekin to Manila the day after tomorrow under orders issued by General Chaffee at midnight on Saturday. The move follows a directive for immediate transport.
Rumor says at a secret Cuban constitutional convention meeting the Platt amendment passed with two dissenting votes. Cubans reportedly seek Isle of Pines to stay separate but under protection of both republics. Also notes W M Wilson returns from Victoria and Vancouver trip reporting brisk business while H R Cayton libel trial looms tomorrow before Judge Griffin.
Buffalo awoke to the Pan American expo opening after a three year dream. At noon a parade reached the grounds and dedication exercises began with speeches by Vice President Roosevelt Lieutenant Governor Woodruff Senator Lodge and others as aerial guns fired.
Belgrade reports a violent morning scene as the Servian cabinet urged King Alexander to divorce Queen Draga amid rumors of her alleged accouchement. The king cursed the ministers, asserting he would stand by the queen at any cost.
Pollard enters full ownership of the Pollard & Dodge Steamship line. Thomas Pollard acquires entire stock and will operate the 8. Rainier Coronado and Weeatport routes with L. H. Gray continuing as general agent. If the Robinette kidnapping case ends today, the Dayton case may be delayed.
A Manila dispatch describes fighting between rebels and a detachment believed to be from the Twenty seventh regiment. One soldier is reported captured amid the engagement.
Tom Ashton, an alleged banco steerer and confidence man, was arrested in Tacoma and returned to Bettice by Detective Phillips. He had previously swindled Fred Dassell, a former soldier, out of 100 dollars on a train. He is wanted in Pendleton Oregon for a similar offense from September 1960 and may be sent there for trial.
Ed wards of the whimn Avenue Presbyterian church triggers Sunday school clash as superintendent E. M. Wilson is removed after concerns about the play The Ulster chosen by the Gas People's Dramatic society leads to suspicions of immorality and fears of disruption within the congregation
A man arrested on Pike Street is thought to be Wm. Abbot Lewin, a Spokane attorney wanted for embezzlement. Dan Drummond gave his name. two locals identified him as Lewis after noting disguise. Sheriff wired. case may send suspect back to Spokane for trial.
A new tug named Kinghurst, owned by a Hingfishmen party, launched at the Arlington dock bulkhead. She is a stout fifth craft with powerful engines and will tow Nome during the coming season once coal and supplies are loaded, with a stop at Dutch Harbor en route.
The Oregon owned by Sol Simpeon and Co. lies at Schwabacher dock after a thorough overhaul and repaint. She will begin freight service to Nome in a few days and sail June 1. Most of her first class berths are sold and freight space is secured. the ship remains popular with travelers and whippers generally.
C H James of the Longshoremen’s union condemns rumors about labor strife at the waterfront. He says the union aims to protect workers, seeks fair wages, and favors arbitration over disruption. He notes prior agreements with steamship firms and criticizes stevedores as middlemen, urging direct deals with ship companies.
An advertisement lists black, tan and castor coats and suits priced from 4.50 to 16.00, with items such as Venetian and Covert Cloth coats and ladies tailoured suits. Prices marked down from 9.00 to 15.00, featuring double and single breasted styles, velvet collars and mohair trimming.
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