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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1906
Page
3
Mayor Moore voices doubts on the ordinance granting a Milwaukee rail line a right of way through a drainage reserve. He cites minor fixes, potential water supply risks, and the high proposed payment for 12 miles of right of way, suggesting tighter terms or alternative protection.
The statement notes costs surpassing $8,000 and indicates a pending decision on signing the ordinance after review with the company’s attorney by Saturday. It emphasizes ongoing deliberation and legal consultation shaping the outcome.
The W C T U state inute will be held Friday June 1 in the Trimaguel Baptist church. Services will be at 10 a m and 2 p m conducted by Mrs Platt state president and Mrs Munna corresponding secretary.
Reverend F. S. S. Baker, a missionary bound for Alaska, will address the First Baptist Church tonight. Also delivering an address is Reverend Mr. Hoenstead of San Francisco.
May 28 in Tacoma reports Howard Pilitt, president of the Northern Pacific railroad, and his party arriving Sunday night. The day centers on routine duties and travel, with travel party staying at a local hotel.
The Feast of Pentecost will be observed tomorrow at Temple de Hirsch in solemn ceremony. Rabbi Joseph will speak in the morning.
The city council, by 10 to 6, rejected J. W. Russell as harbormaster after a two day tenure. Harbor and wharves committee had recommended confirmation. Revelle spoke in support, calling Russell eminently qualified after inquiries.
City council moves to grant Milwaukee Railroad permission to dredge Forestay between Whatcomaw and East waterway for road and rail traffic. Mayor Moore vetoed earlier due to street dedication issue. New ordinance granting street dedication and dredging permit was introduced and signed after passage.
Three tons of Nome mail will be sent from the Seattle post office and forwarded on the first steamer sailing from San Francisco. The order affects only the initial shipment. remaining mail will be sent from Seattle. Chief Railway Mail Clerk Whiting received the instruction from Washington.
The Dakota's arrivals include K. Margul linked to the embassy Parte from the Orient. J. A. Bull and P. J. Willet paymasters return after duty at Asiatic stations. Twenty Russian laborers and several Japanese plus five missionary families are among the travelers.
The King County Teachers Association will hold its final meeting of the year next Saturday. A new president will be elected to succeed Edward McMahon at the gathering.
Indian John of the Beattle tribe, long settled on Lake Union, holds a potlatch to honor his ailing wife Madeline. About a hundred natives gather near his cabin for a final visit as her wish for a reunion of old friends and kin nears fulfillment.
The Bainbridge bound for Port Blakeley and the Gleaner bound for Coos Bay collided near San Francisco last night. Bainbridge was seriously damaged and put into port for repairs while the Gleaner, after making repairs at sea, proceeded toward Coos Bay.
The City Federation of Women’s Clubs Beattle seeks park bond proceeds to buy and beautify tracts for children’s playgrounds. A resolutions net by Mrs T C Wiewell endorses the plan. Appreciation notes honor Mrs Mary M Miller and her son for gifting a block for a children’s playground.
Munregy thieves broke into the residence of Mrs Hill at 618 Union Street last Saturday evening and helped themselves to a hearty meal from the pantry shelves before leaving without a determined search for money or valuables.
PAYALLUP May 21 There are indications of a continued berry picker shortage in the valley as growers register workers and arrange suitable quarters to house them.
The German steamer Heros was totally wrecked this morning near Alder New York after a collision or mishap at sea. No details on casualties or salvage were provided in the initial report.
Willis L. Moore, chief of the U.S. Weather Bureau, plans to establish bureaus in several Alaska locations this summer. Daily reports will be received by cable and sent to offices across the United States.
F. Raymond a cook returns from a party with an absorbing drunken spell and plays dice with HK Doyle and Tom Mulligan. Patrolman Ryan detains the trio. Raymond is fined 10 dollars after arguing nonresponsibility, Doyle is jailed, Mulligan punished for interference.
A musical entertainment will be held tonight at Cherry Tree Presbyterian Church to benefit the church music fund.
The Lake Union W C T U sessions will convene Friday afternoon at Mrs Parker's residence 207 Marvarday N. Members will plan upcoming programs and discuss local community outreach.
The largest Beattle area excursion will depart Thursday for New York aboard a Canadian Pacific train. A Scandinavian party of 100 will travel to attend King Haakon's coronation in Norway. Rev P M Fosse and Andrew Sorboe accompany the group, guiding side trips before sailing on the United States. Upon arrival in New York the party boards the steamer United States with others from across the country, totaling around 600 passengers for the voyage to the old country.
Phil Neill, a longtime figure in local police circles, was arrested Saturday by Patrolmen Ryan and Brian. He was arraigned on a disorderly person charge, with the case proceeding under routine court procedures.
In police court Judge Gordon questions a man named Nell about a prior warning. Nell defends himself claiming he was told not to return and was en route to Tacoma. The court imposes a $100 fine and 30 days in jail, derailing Nell's planned travel for some time.
A destitute young woman giving the name Angeline and North Yakima as home was found in a delicate condition at Seaview House on First ay and Lenorant last night. Police are investigating and seeking the girl’s relatives.
Mrs. Clements of 445 Blewett at Vremont reports to police that she lost her purse yesterday while shopping. The purse contained 23 in money and was dropped in the crowd as shoppers moved through the store.
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