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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1902
Page
1
May 22 reports show Fort de France in panic as ash rains and lava debris fall. The minister directs evacuation of all inhabitants, sending orders to the Governor and coordinating with authorities to ensure safe relocation amid continued eruptions and tidal waves.
In Oregon the strike action expands with many boat lines potentially tied up as water front federations prepare to strike. The Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen may join, switchmen refuse to handle mill material, and cars are sidetracked. Food supply tight, meetings confined to headquarters.
Fulton reargued a case in Olympia over a 10 a day limit for female help in mercantile establishments. Judge Griffin of the superior court previously held the act unconstitutional, while Buchanan’s decision supports different constitutional views. Fulton contends two court opinions directly address the issue.
A county fundraiser baseball game will be played at Athletic park to aid Dan Minnis a fireman injured weeks ago. Comptroller John Riplinger will umpire and city hall boys participate in the event to support the affected family.
James Hatley, aged 13, refused to surrender valuables when accosted by a highwayman on Mas Street between Bellevue and avenues. The robber demanded money and fired a shot grazing Hatley’s side as he fled. Police notified as Hatley remained unharmed enough to report the incident.
The Glass Workers branch of the Amalgamated International Association recently organized in this city and holds regular meetings each night at Carpenters' Hall.
Special to The Gazette reports President Roosevelt nominates a candidate for the postmaster position in Chicago as wheat prices show a notable movement and market activity observed on May 2.
Fraterville mine in Coal Creek Tennessee reports 203 bodies recovered by May 22 with many more workers missing and others still visible at the site.
Both houses approved a bill to build a railroad bridge across the Columbia River at Vancouver Washington. The measure was presented in Washington DC on May 22 and moved through the legislative process today.
The Western Central Labor Union adopted a new constitution and by laws last night. Changes require central approval before boycotts and limit sympathy strikes to central action. Delves from other central bodies gain a voice but no vote, and representation from a forthcoming Building Trades Council is not guaranteed without full affiliation.
Army officials move to establish a training school and encampment on 26,080 acres in South Tacoma with options being secured by the Chamber of Commerce. General Randall inspected the site last week as the War Department seeks the lowest possible purchase price.
In Washington on May 22 a Senate bill was introduced authorizing the raising of the Maine and the recovery of bodies. The measure seeks to access and salvage vessels and remains.
At the Opera Cafe last night a celebration marked the birth of a daughter weighing 120 pounds to the wife of Ed Brunini, one of the proprietors.
In Alaska and Washington DPD C May 22 a bill to elect a delegate to the U S House was introduced in the senate today.
Bowine and Joseph Lambet, seeking a pleasant evening, were lured by two gaudy impersonators from the Belvedere concert hall. The pair, Eva Carliss and Charles Carlies, allegedly drained about 15 dollars from each man after a wine supper and a borrowing spree. Police later arrested the two supposed ladies, who proved to be a man and his wife in disguise.
About 200 delegates attend the Waahon State Dental Society meeting at the Taa hotel in Tacoma. An excursion is planned to Spanaway lake Saturday evening. Speakers include Dr. W Ellerbeck Salt Lake City on Crown and Gold Filling, Dr. F J Shaw Seattle on Immediate Root Filling, Dr. Josephere Portland on Recutting Bored, Dr. A D Andrewa Seattle on Cleaning Teeth, and others from Seattle Spokane Portland and Tacoma covering crown inlays anesthesia cavity preparation impressions and related topics.
Tomorrow evening the Building Trades Council and Master Builders Association committees meet at Mathew Dow’s residence to discuss appointing an arbitration tribunal. Both sides favor an arbitration board and will likely settle details, with F. H. Lynn M Parsons Robert Orchard William Joyce D H Faye on the Building Trades side and Mathew Dow J W Bingham on the Master Builders side.
Prosecutor Fulton issued a warrant this afternoon on detective Tennant s request for Oscar Rothschild accused of passing a forged 20 check on Mac Dougall Southwick. The draft drawn on Dexter Horton Co bank was signed Rothschild Gif ford. Rothschild allegedly active in minor forgeries during stay and claims San Francisco parentage. authorities say he is under arrest in that city on forgery charges.
The secretary of the treasury asked Congress to appropriate 1748.87 dollars to pay Landeis for clerical services in the office of the United States attorney for the district of Alaska. The request was referred to the appropriations committee.
Robert J. Burdette known as the Hawkeye Man spoke to a Young Men's Christian Association audience last night on Good Medicine. He described administering doses to the public since mounting the platform in 18096, weaving witty sarcasm with sober wisdom throughout the talk.
In superior court Judge Emery hears W P Trimble objections to Great Northern Railway’s petition to condemn tide lands south of King street for terminals. Attorney L C Gilman argues title 385 remains in state. condemnation would be improper. Judge Emery to decide tomorrow on both Trimble and Seattle & Montana Railway Company issues.
W Picks was unanimously elected creator of the Seattle Typographical Union and named delegate to the international convention. He defeated Gordon A. Rice for the post. Votes also listed for president and other officers including vice presidents, secretary treasurer, and various delegates to the American Federation of Labor and the international council.
May 22 Wilkesbarre Pa The executive committee of the United Mine Workers from districts 1 7 and 8 met again to consider the strike situation. Indications point to broad support from rail employees and orders. Chicago May 2 A secret Illinois district meeting reportedly decided to join Michigan and three Pennsylvania districts in calling a national convention to weigh a general strike in bituminous coal fields.
A large Norwegian audience attended Hon. Rasmus B. Anderson's lecture at Ranke hall last night. He also spoke briefly at Lincoln, where the Norse club hosted a reception and banquet. Tonight he lecture at Wilson's Business College on the discovery of America by the Norsemen.
The body of Jasper A. Warren was found in his bed in Fremont yesterday. A nasal hemorrhage is believed to have caused his death. he had prior nosebleed complaints. He was 66 and unmarried. His sister lives in Mitchell, Indiana. The body lies at Bonney & Stewarts in Seattle.
Senator Hoar delivers a forceful attack on the Philippines war policy, accusing the administration of waste and cruelty. He asserts the United States has expended 600 million, sacrificed thousands of lives, and accuses officials of perfidy toward Aguinaldo and violations of hospitality and the laws of war.
The mayor faces pressure over gambling in Seattle as white and Chinese lotteries expand in the tenderloin. Police leniency has allowed shell games and Chinese lotteries to proliferate, drawing steady crowds and draining small sums from daily workers. White-lottery venues operate hourly from morning to night, with tickets sold cheaply and profits rising for house bosses.
Romantic weddings face trials as Cupid’s standards rise. Tales recount elopements from Grange City Kentucky to North Carolina and an automobile ceremony on Badw Bridge. Moving pictures spark trend while the hopeful pair seek the ideal union in a bustling era.
Society ladies in New York debate marriage rites as flying machines gain uptake and church weddings may become rare. Some insist modern trends favor secular ceremonies while traditional nuptials wane.
The Seattle and Lake Washington Waterway Company paid 2075.84 to the city treasury for water used in April to light down the Beacon Hill area. The firm contracts to use Cedar River surplus water and it is estimated over 900 million gallons were used in April.
United States Shipping Commissioner Knox signed crew papers for the bark Prussia heading to Honolulu with a lumber cargo and will verify the crew of the Big Bonansa bound for Manila. A sailor gains protected status from debt garnishment, civil execution, and personal liability while at sea, a wartime executive-like safeguard until voyage end.
New York May 22 report of the creed committee of the general assembly of the Presbyterian church was almost unanimously adopted this morning. It revises wording on elect Infant and clarifies meaning without changing core doctrine. Overtures will be sent to presbyteries for ratification as debate remains minimal.
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