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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1906
Page
7
An Ohio man named Broessel, cousin of General Stoessel, writes President Roosevelt asking clemency to overturn a court martial decision. He cites a conspiracy outcome and pleads for Stoessel's life as the Port Arthur siege and Stoessel's fate draw attention.
May 23 reports describe a crowd lining up at a bank in San Francisco as a rush to obtain cash. Clerks and customers await service amid signs of panic and concern over shortages and financial instability.
The Tencer, first Punne liner to arrive at Victoria from Yokohama via Liverpool, will discharge freight and proceed to Seattle Friday morning. The Bellerophon and Shawmut are among steamers built for the fleet, with large holds and derricks to handle cargo.
In Tacoma on May 22 thirteen workers at Harrison Jack left their posts after a dispute over duties with a union organizer. The march halted work briefly before a partial resolution was reached. No injuries reported.
A man identified as McDonald, jailed since February for a six month term on a false pretenses charge, was pardoned by Governor Mead after a petition McDonald helped to circulate. The pardon was granted in the morning, following weeks of work on the matter.
Jr. P. Clum, newly appointed postmaster at Fairbanks, Alaska, is due to arrive from Washington, D. C. Saturday. Former traveling inspector in the Post Office, he was a candidate for the Alaska governorship but did not win. Upon arrival in Beatrice, he plans to announce his bid for Alaska delegate.
Albert Daub a prominent Fairbanks merchant said stocks in stores burned were very low, especially in commission houses. He noted spring shortages as early receipts arrive. Fire will change shipping, with orders moved from St Michael and lower river routes to Skagway and Dawson. Replenishment is needed. N C company supplies saved, no material shortage expected.
The Navy Department orders Captain Perry Garett, commander of the battleship Rhode Island, to stand court martial over the grounding incident. The court convenes Monday with Lieutenant Commander Snowden as advocate and Rear Admiral Slashee presiding.
In Washington on May 1 the senate finance committee issues a favorable report on the free alcohol bill. Arrests occurred as two men and a 17 year old girl were found near the Princess Victoria headed for immoral purposes. Police tie the girl to a Livingston woman linked to an immoral house in Victoria. Captain Pete Johnson now commands the new steamer of the Matson Navigation Co sailing with 150 passengers to San, while schooner J. W. Clits departs Friday for St Michael with freight for Tanata Trading Co.
A 20 year old woman identified as Mrs. Annis Brown wandered Seattle streets deserted by her husband. She sought shelter at Mrs Blake’s home on Harrison Street where Myre Blake got her indoors. An ambulance later carried her and the newborn boy to Wayde hospital. both mother and baby are reported well. Brown refused to give her address or husband’s name.
In Washington on May 22 Speaker Cannon and Representative Williams sparred over roll call procedures and a motion to send the diplomatic bill to the committee of the whole. Williams denounced the move as impudent and invoked the constitution as he left the chair, while Republicans heckled with jibes about turning the House into a beer garden.
Northern Pacific offices relocated from the old depot at foot of Columbia Street to the freight depot at Kingot. The transfer completed late yesterday. morning briefing found officers at new sites with room numbers listed for each position including chief despatcher telegraph office and traveling auditor.
Rapid district development near the passenger station prompts a June 1 price advance for Investment Bonds from the Trustee Company. These modern fireproof properties on avenue Washington and Pre offer a 7 percent net return with a 6 percent increase to occur June 1. Investors range from $100 to $56,000, with full details at the Trustee Company's New York block office.
MerLaughlin movement company submitted the Waterfront Addition plat to Beattie late yesterday, marking what is described as the largest fee ever paid at the county’s surtider’s office. The filing confirms the project scope and local approval steps.
Sarah A. Winner filed suit in the superior court against J. M. Trevall for 1060 dollars alleging Trevall obtained the money from her under false pretenses. Trevall is currently confined in the county jail.
Army officials seek help locating Don Smith a private in the seventy sixth coast artillery who deserted last night from Fort Casey authorities asked local police to watch for him as he is believed headed toward the area of the coast yet to be determined.
J W Russell filed bond and oath this morning and offered to relieve Capt Jensen who resigned yesterday. Deputy Comptroller Melse refused oath citing lack of council confirmation, then Russell swore before a notary and filed. Corporation Counsel Calhoun’s stance unclear. council confirmation now expected to settle the appointment.
A. J. Pretera, a government botanist from Washington DC, led a conference at the chamber of commerce with a committee to select a site for a prospective experimental balic station. Fifteen sites were considered and the committee will report to the chamber this afternoon. If approved, the station will be established and could develop into an industry worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, focusing on propagation of imported bluba and roots.
The Chamber of Commerce held a regular session this afternoon to consider the committee on city affairs report proposing changes in street contract methods and other municipal management practices. The day’s agenda also includes actions tied to the federal administration’s policy on letting contracts to foreign bidders for Isthmian Canal supplies.
Washington May 23 warrants for the arrest of seven anarchists are prepared in Baltimore after officials uncover an anarchist headquarters. Commissioner Sargeant met with Baltimore authorities as leaders allegedly plan an international congress.
Alaskans in Seattle doubt any supply shortage in Fairbanks after a fire. Merchants plan to resume once shipments arrive as fire losses remain heavy but not total. The article lists numerous leases and occupied properties in Fairbanks, including saloons, a bank building, and professional offices, with values noted for each property.
The blaze swept through multiple downtown blocks causing extensive losses. The courthouse, federal jail, KE. Mosher’s Olympic saloon, and Riverside hotel suffered major damage, with total costs running into thousands. The Times reports one daily issue saved but the lawned paper promises updates.
W. E. Campbell a four bow maker was arrested by Sergeant Stewart and charged with being implicated in a Ballard robbery in which several guns were taken. Campbell is said to have had one of the guns in his possession. Steamer Humboldt arrived from Skagway with 26 passengers. Her northbound sail date has changed from tomorrow to Friday night at 9. The Bertha arrived from the westward with 56 passengers. Captain Omar J. Humphrey of the Alaska Coast Co conducted a round trip inspecting agencies.
The cases Muir v Johnson and Van Suien v Mutr, set for yesterday, were postponed for hearing until May 21. The dispute stems from a quarrel among principals over a boat opposite Mutr's property.
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