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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1901
Page
2
The Seattle Star lists editor and business manager details with pricing for copies. Addresses include Seattle 1100 Third Ave and Chicago 216 U. S. Express Ride with delivery options by mail or carriers. The notice notes no free copies and second class mailing.
The city council advanced the new gas franchise to third reading amid calls for shorter terms and potential city ownership after 15 to 20 years. Critics warn long deals risk high future costs, while supporters cite municipal utility safeguards and the need to protect citizens from price hikes.
A terse conversation unfolds with a caller asking Mr. McGroarty about a long fought telephone franchise. The reply casts doubt and the caller calls the Star a friend of the people, then instructs to ring off.
Critics argue secrecy will shield police witnesses from retaliation and invite rumor. They urge public hearings to reveal testimony and test the truth of damaging rumors about the police, noting grand juries fail to keep secrets and the public has a right to know.
In Letcher County Creek section the body of a 19 year old man believed to be John Sweeney was found slain by a sapling and riddled with bullets. Sweeney had clashed with Kuklux outlaws on a prior date and is said to have fought some of them. Authorities link his death to these events as the investigation continues.
A third reading for a proposed 10 year gas franchise to Ley man C Smith William Nottingham and KK Malone was ordered published for 10 days before a vote. The ordinance requires a $10,000 indemnifying bond, $23,000 deposit, 48 hour pipe removal, a $1,000 city deposit, and city option to purchase the plant. Rates proposed are $1.50 for illuminating gas and $1.25 for fuel gas. An amendment to set both rates at $1.25 was defeated 16 to 8 after arguments about Duluth prices and company commitments.
The Carpenters union hosts a smoker at the Armory Thursday evening May 3 featuring speeches by notable figures and musical selections. First Regiment will provide music. all Building Trades council unions are invited using membership cards as invitations to foster closer ties among trades. Representative of the Press will attend and a selection of provisions and groceries are listed in the text.
District Attorney Gay institutes condemnation to seize 220 acres adjoining Fort Casey Admiralty Head for fortifications. A similar suit seeks about a quarter section midway between Fort Warden and Port Townsend. Barracks and officers residences for artillery housing will be erected, with about $290,000 to secure property and complete construction after land disputes are settled.
The Lake Washington strawberry season opens firm with limited supply. Hood River fruit stays steady from $4.40 to $5.00 while California peaches fetch $1.75 to $2.25. Old potatoes steady at $5.25, new potatoes weak at $2.00-$2.25. Cherries climb to $1.50, rhubarb improves, and domestic vegetables show strength with tomatoes cucumbers cherries peaches apricots and gooseberries priced across the board.
A historical listing shows varied per unit prices for fruits and vegetables. Items include lemons, apples, oranges, bananas, olives, grapes, strawberries, pineapples, cherries, peaches, gooseberries, potatoes, beets, carrots, lettuce, turnips, garlic, cabbage, peppers, celery, sweet potatoes, Spanish chilies, and sauerkraut with prices noted per crate, box, gallon, pound, or per unit.
The Bartell Drug Company promotes an outing by offering drugs and medicines at reduced prices. Featured items include Pinaud's Hair Tonic $1.00, Guerlain Jicky Perfume $1.65, La Trefle Perfume $1.15, Red Cross Porous Plasters 25c, and Kirk's Iris Soap. Local stores advertise Hartford pricing on cosmetics and health items.
In Upper Sandusky a wealthy farmer Allan Cole reportedly disappeared last Friday and was found dead last night crushed inside an oat barrel in a barn. No wounds visible and authorities suspect murder as the coroner investigates. Cole was in his years.
Round trip tickets to the Buffalo Exposition priced at 84 dollars via Great Northern railway. The Lake Washington flyer Str. Cyrene runs between Madison and Leach parks every 30 minutes from 1 to 6 p.m.
Chief Meredith announces a crackdown on street quackery as Kh. Mh. Weatfall from Webster City Iowa seeks a public slot for a free brass band and the Herbs of Life act. The request is denied for health and safety reasons. The Great Northern Railway offers a special feature with tickets to Buffalo valid on any return route.
Seattle residents warned of Gertrude Myron a visiting clairvoyant at the Leland hotel. She claims to restore affection unite couples reveal true hearts foretell danger and offer guidance on business and personal matters with room 3 at 813 Second Avenue.
In King County Superior Court James sues Melvina J Dickson to recover 178 dollars and foreclose a mechanic s lien on the west half of Lot 3 Block 5 Maynard s Addition to Seattle. Court summons Melvina to answer within sixty days after May 7, 1901. R Osborn, attorney, Seattle address.
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