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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1901
Page
1
The Seattle school election shows a tug between Patterson Denny and Gitte Oldham factions. Beth tickets workers are at polling places urging voters. By 8 PM the vote was close, with Patterson Denny supporters scratching Titus while Oldham led neck and neck with Gitte.
Carrie Nation was arrested in Pittsburg this morning after creating a disturbance. She was held by the police as her train to the West arrived.
The royal party reached Victoria this afternoon after a Portsmouth departure, receiving a large ovation. A reception followed as the heir home and colonials were presented, marking a turnout not seen since Queen Victoria's funeral.
Fire yesterday destroyed the barracks of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers. Two men are reported killed amid the blaze, according to officials reporting from the scene.
Warrants issued late yesterday for Walter J. Warren of the Pacific Coast Syrup Co San Francisco accused of selling adulterated paste to Star Gro Co and Gilly Paxson agent for the Spice Co The case ties to McDonald the Dairy Food Commissioner and mentions multiple arrests across the state including a note on trials and enforcement actions
Fragmentary OCR notes praise a local event or obituary. Names and details are incomplete but reference a family, a temple, and a death described as due to diphtheria at a Mount Pleag location with a time around 10 o clock.
Belon lists polling places for each ward with voting hours ending at p.m. First ward at South School Weller and Tenth Avenue South. Second ward at Rainier School Twenty third Avenue South and King Street. Third ward at Skewer's Hall Walla Walla Addition Twenty first Avenue and East James Street. Fourth ward at Central School Seventh Avenue and Madison. Fifth ward at Francia Hall Spring Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues. Sixth ward at Denny School Fifth Avenue and Nattery Street. Seventh ward at Cascade School Thomas Street and Howard Avenue. Eighth ward at Mercer School end of Cedar Street car line. Ninth ward at Day School Fremont.
Fifteen Yaqui Indians were killed in a battle with Mexican cavalry last Wednesday near Tucson. The Yaquis had been raiding and more fighting was expected as troops pursued them.
In Havana on November 2 the Cuban election centers on a duel between Gen. Bartolome Mauro backed by autonomiste forces and Senor Palme supported by the official element, signaling a pivotal political contest.
May Die Pekin Nov 2 Li Hung Chang viceroy China is seriously ill and may die after two days of severe hemorrhages.
St Louis reports the tenth child death from tetanus in a week despite antitoxin serum. Coroner's inquiry notes all victims are children and several others remain critically ill as inoculation efforts continue.
Maj. J. A. McGuire, with the Under a Flags company, currently in this city, lays claim to being the world’s leading swordsman. He has demonstrated skill and mastery in dueling, drawing attention from local spectators.
A noon runaway on Madison Street in Seattle involved a butcher’s wagon driven by Fremont Hilton. The wagon crashed into a Vancouver man, a corded fruit stand, and a bakery doorway, injuring bystanders while the horse lay bleeding and may die. Hilton escaped serious harm.
The unionized machinists, buoyed by support from Francisco and labor allies, remain determined as they press for better terms. In San Francisco, Com Air Machinery Co and Union Gas Engine Co agreed to a nine hour workday, with talks ongoing with other large firms. A Tacoma wedding linked Orinda Stream and Fred C. Field, with plans to reside at 620 Seventeenth Avenue North, Seattle after November.
President Roosevelt issues a proclamation designating November 14 as Thanksgiving Day in the wake of President McKinley’s assassination. He urges mourning yet resolves to steer the nation with strong, orderly liberty and unity.
Heath Officer Carroll presents council with unanimous board of health recommendation to require owners to keep pets out of infected houses under penalty of action by health authorities. The measure targets preventing spread of infectious diseases by domestic animals.
Bankett, recently released from prison for a public safety incident, struck down Mrs. Green and her husband with a hatchet. He was injured in a personal crisis during the assault.
Maj. Medtuire, veteran of campaigns in Egypt India and South Africa and holder of the Victoria Cross, declares himself champion in sword and rapier and offers a binding sum to contest Nelson of San Francisco. He plans a possible match in Seattle and seeks a meeting with Nelson.
Fishermen push to unionize as Ballard meeting yields promise of united action. Cannery resumes with two scow loads of salmon from down Sound traps while other dealers report no catch. A committee investigates alleged illegal fishing in White River and informs State Fish Commissioner Lith. A buyer allegedly sent toward Belfair to buy all salmon, seen as pressure against strikers.
The Armory packed with Modern Woodmen of America members and friends as Head Consul W A Northcott and Head Clerk C W Hawes received a cordial welcome. An elaborate program featured addresses, music, and floral decorations. Mayor Humes gave a welcome, followed by remarks from Rev W D Simondas and Dr F M Miller. Hawes spoke on the order’s finances while Northcott highlighted growth and a 300 strong drill team. The visitors later traveled to Tacoma for another reception. Also noted are funerals for Prof Henry Landes's three weeks old son and Linton H Place, son of Mr and Mrs W N G Place, held at Butterworth's chapel and Plymouth Congregational Church respectively.
Paris dispatches report the French legation counselor in Constantinople relayed a Turkish Sultan message that the Porte accepted all French claims. A semi official note says France will reveal its main demands soon, noting the Orlando claim is settled while other long neglected issues arise. A London Rome dispatch adds an Italian squadron division sails toward Turkey to counter the French naval show.
KR Embileton, the assaulted Nome victim, arrived on the steamship Roanoke yesterday. He is in good health now after severe injuries from an ice blow by highwaymen. Embileton recalls nothing of the attack, was unconscious a week, bears scars on his face and throat, and plans to leave tonight for Chicago.
Knights of Pythias lodge No. 33 plans an evening excursion to Franklin to celebrate the opening of a newly built hall near the train station. After exercises at the new hall a dance and supper will be provided, with return expected tomorrow morning.
Frank Johnson, a suspected highway robber, escaped from Detectives Barbee and Phillips on Washington street but was captured by pedestrian C W Patton after officers fired three shots. A crowd of about five thousand gathered on the street crying for lynching before Johnson was returned to police headquarters and the incident explained.
Skagway reports late October arrivals with the Humboldt and City of Seattle returning after night sailings from Lynn Canal. Navigation on the upper Yukon remained open, Nora reached White Horse on October 21, and Orawan planned Dawson to White Horse trip amid favorable water. The Humboldt carried halibut and Taku salmon, with City of Beattie arriving after the Alaska Flyer carrying passengers and salmon cargo.
Gov. Taft of the Philippines cabled the War Department that he underwent a successful fistula operation on Sunday. He is progressing favorably but must remain in bed for two weeks.
London dispatch reports 175 fishermen drowned in Lake Baikal Siberia during a recent storm. Many boats and other craft were wrecked in the catastrophe.
The first grape fruit of the season came in from California late yesterday. Prices remain reasonably firm with the fruit selling at 3.25 dollars per box. The market shows few new features and the week had been rather quiet.
Ernest Stanley of Harrington was found sick with smallpox on Third Avenue today. He was removed to the pest house for care and quarantine.
Tonight and Sunday forecast for Seattle and vicinity calls for fair skies. Frost tonight with a fresh east to northeast wind.
Pupils at Minor and Rainier schools lost four and two days respectively this week as heating work delayed sessions. The delay followed a supposed strike, which officials claimed did not exist, leading to missed instruction for children aged 6 to 16. State funds and teacher pay were affected as days could only be claimed if school occurred.
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