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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1901

Page

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Considine Faces Court in Murder Trial Fallout

The case of John W. Considine for murder after a feud shooting at Guy's drugstore opened in a crowded court before Judge Emory. Prosecution led by Walter Ameited assigns, defense by James McElroy. Jury selection and continuance requests dominated proceedings, with testimony and subpoenas unsettled as the trial looms through November.

John W. Considine W. L Emhe Guy's Drug Second Ave Yealer Way W. Considine Tom Considine Wan Strugsic George Walter 8 John B. Hart Jas W. H. Morrie Bostwick Bell Griffin Fulton Lane

APT HANDY ESCAPES WITH SISTER AND SWEETHEART

Deputy Whitford reports Handy fled Tacoma hotel on a small boat aided by his sister Mandy and his sweetheart Mrs Frankie. sisters and Frankleton deny complicity while Handy, convicted of defrauding Dr J Eugene Jordan, faces escape allegations and possible divorce actions in Seattle.

Apt Handy H. W. Whitford Vic Tacoma Chas Slotgayne Bal Whitford Seattle Yesler Dock Tacoma Mandy Mra

VLE, Ky Arrest After Mother's Interference

A fragmented report from Jan VLE Kentucky describes a man being arrested after confrontation with his mother. He faced charges and was held in jail awaiting further action by authorities.

Vle, Ky Novy Willin

Cigarettes and School Policy Aim to Curb Smoking

Local authorities and schools in November seek to end smoking among students by launching anti smoking campaigns and promoting athletic involvement. Officials emphasize loyalty to the school and voluntary programs to discourage tobacco use.

End of Schley court testimony as arguments set to begin

Washington November 4 The Schley court of inquiry prepares to hear closing arguments after the final witness. Capt Sigesbee corrects testimony and Frank Richards is recalled to rebut. the court bars his testimony. Behley, ill with a cold, spends an hour on corrections with no major changes. Attorney Manna conducts the closing arguments.

Schley Court of Inquiry Washington, D. C Sigesbee Lemtey Dispatch Boat Santiago Frank Richards Sigehee Behley Manna Lemiy

Wu Recall Rumors Stir Washington Diplomatic Circles

Rumors from Washington suggest Minister Wu’s recall is not surprising to the State Department. Reported hints from Commissioner Rockhill to China imply Wu’s return would be welcome amid lobbying against renewing the Chinese exclusion bill. Wu denies having official knowledge of a recall.

Washington, D. C State Department China Rockhill

Election prophets predict close race in tomorrow's election

Both sides claim victory as election prophets forecast a tight contest. They say the Fu are aggressive and could defeat the Democrats, with results awaited in Omaha Nebraska on Election Day.

Omaha Neb

Porte Demands British Aid Over 1878 London Terms

Constantinople reports that the porte has asked Great Britain to uphold the 1878 London convention and shield the Sultan’s possessions from French assault. Delcasse in Paris declares France will press for a full settlement of Turkey’s obligations connected to Quay, Lorando, and Tubini claims.

Vienna Constantinople Porte Great Britain Paris Delcasse Chamber of Deputies France Turkey Europe Quay Lorando Tubini

Electrician Brell sentenced for unpatriotic statements

John W. Brell, an electrician on the receiving ship Columbia, was arrested the day after President McKinley’s assassination for unpatriotic declarations. He has been sentenced by court martial to one year in prison and a dishonorable discharge from the service.

Washington John W. Brell Columbia McKinley United States New York Philadelphia Con Alet

Balloon lands after six mile drift with nine aboard

In a balloon from San Francisco on Saturday the craft carrying nine passengers landed safely two hours later on a hill six miles from Pencadero. The crew returned home after an eventful trip as the balloon drifted toward Oakland and out over the ocean before being carried back inland.

Ban Francisco Pencadero Oakland

Close Louisville Election Forecast Signals Tight Municipal Races

In Louisville Kentucky officials report a closer than expected contest in tomorrow's municipal and county elections, suggesting the Democratic ticket may face stiffer opposition than anticipated.

Louisville

Bettors See Mixed Odds in New York Mayoral Race

Early morning bets on the New York mayoralty show Lowe as a light favorite. Richard Croker predicts Kings County will back the ticket for a majority, while Shepard stands for a strong push in New York County. The Democratic slate is favored to win across all boroughs.

New York Lowe Richard Croker King's County Shepard

Democrats Concede GOP Victory in Iowa Elections

Iowa City digest reports Democrats concede a general GOP victory in the state, while optimistic they will win several previously Republican legislative districts in tomorrow’s results.

Des Moines

Open Assessment Rolls for Day Street and Surrounding Improvements

The city clerk opens assessment rolls for public inspection detailing grading curb parking on Day Street from 24th to 29th Ave South costing 1899.27 dollars with front foot charge about 14.0. stone sewer work on Sixth Avenue north from Galor to Republican and Taylor from Highland Drive to Aloha and Aloha from Taylor to Sixth Ave north totaling 9124.97 dollars at about 1.56 per front foot. Concrete sidewalks on Fourteenth Avenue and Fourteenth Avenue North from East Union to East Mercer total 8890.03 dollars with 4685 front feet.

Ety Day Street Twenty-fourth Twenty-ninth Avenue Ronstone Sixth Avenue Galor Republican Taylor Highland Drive Aloha Fourteenth Avenue Fourteenth Avenue North East Union Kast Mercer

Dinner erupts in Virginia election night clash

In Norfolk on November 4 the campaign ends with Democrats anticipated to sweep the ticket. Roosevelt’s dining of a noted black speaker was seized on as a campaign issue amid tense political fervor in the state.

Norfolk Virginia Roosevelt Nooker T. Washington

First Execution Of American In Philippines Reported

Details reach Washington of the first execution of an American in the Philippines. Harry Cline, a Negro soldier, killed three native boys and was executed. His wife cried as the trap dropped and the hangman paused before springing the mechanism. He shouted at the hangman, "Pull the trap, you, or I'll come back and fix you."

Philippines Washington, D. C Harry Cline Cline

Taft Reports Successful Operation in Philippines

Gov Taft of the Philippines cabled the War Department that he underwent successful surgery for fistula Sunday and is progressing favorably though confined to bed for two weeks.

Washington, D. C Gov. Taft The Philippines War Department

Russian Fishermen Drowned in Siberian Lake Storm

London dispatch reports 176 fishermen drowned in Lake Hatkal Siberia during a recent storm as fishing boats and other craft were wrecked.

London St. Petersborg Lake Hatkal Siberia

Harrington Man Quarantined After Illness On Third Avenue

Smallpox scare prompts removal of Stanley Pronest of Harrington to pest house after he was found sick with emalipos on Third avenue Saturday.

Stanley Harrington Third Avenue

Magnificent New Everett Opera House Opens Tonight

Everett, Nov 4. The magnifi cent new opera house will be formally opened tonight with a brilliant audience crowding the auditorium to the doors. Tickets at 2.60 sell fast and hundreds will be turned away. The New York company plays and a grand ball at the Monte Cristo hotel closes the festivities. The $40,009 structure is among the finest Pacific Northwest buildings with elaborate interior decorations and modern seating.

New Everett Opera House Everett New Opera House New York Company Beattie Tacoma Sound Monte Cristo Hotel Opera House Pacific Northwest

Storm on High Seas Strikes Dolphin Run to Skagway

The steamer Dolphin captained by Hun ter arrived from Skagway after a perilous voyage. A brutal storm in Queen Charlotte sound left the ship in a trough all night with passengers huddled in the cabin. One hundred twenty five travelers, including prominent names, were brought ashore and poler valued at only a few hundred dollars. Navigation on the upper Yukon was nearly halted, with rivers Perry and Stewart spilling heavy influx making further travel unlikely in days.

Dolphin Hunter Skagway Queen Charlotte Sound Hellef British Yukon Navigation Co P. V. A. Corbet G. Kalish Humboldt J. A. Ritchie Paloma Schram Schram Paloma Karla Dawson BH. W. Dixon Treasury F. T. Grigeia Yukon Perry Stewart

President Roosevelt votes at Oyster Bay in 1944

President Roosevelt left Washington for Oyster Bay to cast his ballot this morning. He is accompanied by his wife and Secretary Hull among others. In Seattle and surrounding areas showers are expected tonight into Tuesday with southerly winds.

Washington, D. C Roosevelt Oyster Bay Seattle and Vicinity

Residents oppose Fastlake and Denny saloon plan

A neighborhood petition of 300 residents will be presented to the city council opposing a proposed saloon at the Fastlake avenue and Denny way corner. The license was under consideration by the license and revenue committee, but local objections suggest the license will likely be denied.

Fastlake Avenue Denny Way Police Lmits

Race War in the Schools in Seattle

The Japanese consul in Seattle complained to Mayor Humes about Japanese children at Seattle public schools being mistreated by American peers. The mayor referred the matter to the board of education for investigation and to prevent repetition.

S. Hayashi Seattle Humes Hhs Board of Education

Death in the Mal unknown sender targets a Philadelphia official

A mailed package to Daniel Frey, a noted politician and school director in Philadelphia, contained a tarantula rather than a centipede. Frey and a friend killed both creatures before they could bite him, according to a Nov. 4 report.

Philadelphia Daniel Frey

Gambling clashes as Seattle faces new blackjack venture

Andy Erieman failed in a rear saloon blackjack attempt though room revenue remains high. Ed Pincus plans to run a game solo if a location is secured, claiming equal rights amid Seattle's open policy. A clash looms as Ed Mineus and Pincus anticipate trouble and a first round of confrontation could occur at any hour.

Andy Erieman Pincus Brothers Beattle Ed Mineus Erieman Pincus Seattle Edincus Hite Priteman

City Firemen Counts Show Large U S Force

The data lists firemen by city and totals: New York City 4100. Chicago 1200. Philadelphia 800. Boston 700. Baltimore 600. Buffalo 100. Detroit 480. Cleveland 460. St. Louis 600. Pittsburgh 400. San Francisco 4320. New Orleans 800. Washington 260. Nationwide 65,000 paid firemen and 100,000 to 150,000 volunteers.

United States Uncle Sam's New York City Chicago Philadelphia Toston Baltimore Burr Flo Detroit Cleveland St. Louis Pittabure San Francisco New Orleans Washington

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