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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1901
Page
3
The launch of the ship Benedetto Brint King drew admiration from the United States Navy while reports mention the occupation of Dex and reference the death of a prominent figure.
The Globe liners Beate and Eureka are nearly ready for sea with machinery and external repairs underway. Moran's yesterday noted Went on the beach at West for repairs and a Nov 1 grounding at Quar harbor for extensive work.
An official marine inspector will examine the matter starting Monday with plans to arrive in the city today. The review aims to expedite the Cree decision and assess the overall implications for the Pacific Coast, following the Birmingham case.
The school board plans a meeting tonight to consider a bond proposal for improvements. They may set the bond election for the contemplated work and possibly ask for about $276,000 for the elements.
In York Breck on Tuesday evening the lodge community gathered for a regular meeting. Officers were installed by Lodge member Orville Eapy assisted by Mr Holden, with the entertainment committee presenting a cub and program for the season.
Frank Kelley, sought for a June 2 holdup at the Snohomish saloon on Fleet avenue Seattle, where Carl Heinrich was robbed of 45 in cash and valuables. He is held in Tacoma awaiting King County sheriff arrival.
Many steamers on the California coast switch from coal to oil fuel. Ferries Oakland Solano Piedmont and others, tugs Hermosa Richmond Prentiss, and steamers General Fristie Albion River Lindauer Olympic now use oil. The change is favored due to locally available oil at low cost.
Two cases of scarlet fever were reported today. They involve the Lu family on Til Stewart Street and the Connell family at 720 Lakeview Avenue.
Kid Fredericks of the city challenges Larry in a round by round glove contest at Georgetown Bicycle Park. Phil Snowden oversees the event with full arrangements for comfort and seating along Grant Street line. Both fighters are in fine trim and eager to win. a referee chosen by local papers will render a decision if the bout goes to the limit.
The Glenfarg of the Glen liner line docked in Seattle to load 1400 tons of salmon and 1000 tonnes of wheat at West Seattle elevators with about 49 tons to be loaded at Tacoma. The Glenfarg cites superior loading facilities as the reason for the port call and other Glen line steamers such as Glenrochy Glenroy Menlogan Glenturret Orongarry Glengyle Gilenshiel Glenartney and Blenesk may be expected to follow the Puget Sound Orient to Great Britain route.
The fourth monthly Retail Clerks union social will be held this evening in the Col line building G A R hall. The program includes addresses vocal and instrumental music and fancy dancing followed by social dancing. Wagner's Orchestra will furnish the music.
The schooner Noble G Thurston under Capt Nicholson arrived after a rough voyage from Nome. It was towed in by the tug Evergreen after a storm forced a lay to at Dutch Harbor. The vessel left Nome Oct 14 with no passengers and faced fierce seas before reaching port.
The jury in Justice Cann's court could not reach a verdict in the assault and battery case against J. Felix Cartier. The machinist faces trial again Saturday morning as the six jurors returned four for conviction and two for discharge.
The sheriff's office relayed by plane to Sher iff KR B Lister in New Wealminster BR CC about Handy’s escape. Lister said investigations contradicted earlier Handy movement reports and he knew nothing of the crimes. He added that a suspect named Greenee was killed at North Bend last night while riding a train.
Phil Snowden plans a 20 round decision bout with Billy Williamson of Duluth Minnesota at Georgetown on November 21. Snowden also aims a bout with Mullin the welterweight, to be staged about a week after the Williamson matchup.
A prisoner identified as George res ay faces an assault charge at Loja Marks, amid questions about language capability. An impartial interpreter will be arranged as the case proceeds, with the hearing continuing later in the afternoon.
The report notes Li Hung Chang’s death after a life shaping China’s foreign policy and internal stability. It cites Prime Minister Wu's grief and warns China may lose a guiding intellect. It reflects on Li’s bold diplomacy after the war with Japan and his complex standing at court.
The Globe liner Meteor Capt Jen eh completed a flat round trip between the city and Honolulu arriving today. The voyage faced rough weather but caused only superficial damage. A small cargo of sugar accompanied one passenger Dr Jenningson an Honolulu resident visiting Oriemds. The Meteor left Honolulu in October % and will depart again after repairs.
The council finance committee has dropped Assistant Franchise Inspector Wilson, leaving Walter Wheeler to handle crowded workloads. Engineers claim one man cannot inspect half of the street tearing and other work due to city repairs by various corporations. The move aims to reduce expenses, with a suggestion to fine absent councilmen, though no deductions have occurred yet.
Testimony at the stand describes a six shot sequence near Second and Yester as witnesses including J F Disard and William J Bwerman recall multiple explosions. Kart Nickerson reports additional rapid reports while nearby observers note the timing and location relative to Guy’s drugstore and Hagerty’s car store.
The Fremont fire station will unveil its new combination chemical engine and hose cart crewed by Lieut. Jacob Longfellow driver John Murphy and Pipeman Walter Murphy. Chief Cook may soon add a steam engine to the plant’s equipment.
A string of gatherings unfolds this week with dancing at Colina hall hosted by Mra Wilson and Mr and Mrs Johnson, tea at Mise Lactie Richards home on First Avenue North, and a whist party by Mrs Archibald Fisken on Twelfth Avenue. Donna Phelps hosted a card party at 1017 Queen Anne Avenue while a dormitory spread at the University of Washington marks a visit from a team. Adrianna Kedron Abbott announces marriage to Charles Hennett Thompson at St Mark's church on Nov 14.
The Olympia state capitol project is stopped by Contractor Goss and associates awaiting state capitol commission action on a requested time extension and settlement of details. Goss claims errors affect the water table with a small quantity head, and cites completion issues with the Pat Res.
The steamship Roanoke undergoes hull repairs and interior cleaning. The Varnier departed San Francisco with 1200 tons of freight, aside from 500 tons for Everett. L. Gray & Co won a Beattie quartermaster contract to move passengers military supplies between Beattie and Fort Liscum on Elihu Thomson from Nov 1 1901 to Jun 30 1902. Elihu Thomson also carries U S mail between Scott Sitka Yakutat Kilamar Valdes this winter. Owners rush repairs at Beattie for reliability. The J F Sargent arrived from San Francisco to load coal at West Beattle bunkers. The Egbert waited for the Philip islands with 15 tons hay and 2354 tons oats aboard.
City reports widespread poster permits issued Tuesday and Wednesday with seven in residence districts. Locations include Western avenue with Bell street, 100 Firet avenue, Western and Vine, Madison with Broadway, Spring and First Denny, 225 Third avenue, and Twenty-third to Twenty-fourth avenues. A. Ross notes theft at Multnomah precincts. J. W. Nicholson arrested in MacDougall Southwick sale for disorderly conduct.
Poultry prices advance today with small springs ducks and turkeys rising from half a cent to a cent per pound. Supply remains strong while demand stays heavy keeping a firm market. No new changes in fruit or vegetables. quotations unchanged.
A garbled OCR market list shows prices for lemons apples oranges bananas and more with varying units and mis-typed vendor names. Fresh meat and provisions are listed with prices per pound and per item, including butter cheese eggs and poultry from multiple regional suppliers.
A sensational pitch touts a renowned psychic healer who claims to tell past present and future with accuracy. By mystical vibration she promises to reunite lovers restore happiness in any home and guide business ventures with utmost satisfaction guaranteed or no pay.
The Beattie dock lists round rate prices for grains meals and feeds with oats $22.00 barley $17.00 wheat $20.00 corn $1.60 per 100 lbs. Hay prices show timothy $12.00 alfalfa $11.00 native creamery butter 24 to 29 cents. Poultry hens ducks turkeys and others priced with small spring and large culled items. Cattle calves and hogs presented with various rates and terms.
The council finance committee meets again this evening to consider the 1002 tax levy. Officials expect a decision, with a possible final action after one more short session. The ordinance fixing the levy will be presented to council Monday night.
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