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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1901
Page
1
A force of rebels attacked Geis Tog garrison but Americans repulsed them quickly. Five rebels were killed and an American was seriously wounded. Maj Pitcher reports capturing an armed insurgent company and notes insurgents recent supply of war materials. Suffering famine drives many insurgents toward the north as some Rolo-men surrender. Lukban's threats delay broad surrender for now.
Malta November 11 A negligent artilleryman failed to close a big gun on the battleship Royal Sovereign triggering a massive explosion. Five men were killed nineteen wounded. The vessel lay outside the harbor when the accident occurred. Arbuthnot was among the wounded.
Jef and Ruhiin are both in the pink for their scheduled bout. Training continues as workers perfect the ring setup and arena is prepared for a planned Friday night event.
The steamer City of Topeka sustained severe damage after a collision with an iceberg in Taku inlet during a blizzard. The ship, listing heavily and with a large port hole, halted for an investigation as water ingress threatened flooding.
Amsterdam reports Kruger and Boer leaders accept amnesty for rebels and withdrawal of troops. They demand restoration of prisoners, compensation for burned farms, Boer autonomy guaranteed by France and Russia, and cession of the Witwatersrand gold fields to England in place of indemnity. Dr Leyds will formalize the terms for circulation.
The Pacific Packing and Navigation Co. transfers its headquarters above the Scandinavian bank to the Giote building occupying nearly the entire upper floor. Auxiliary Fairhaven offices join. a $25,000,000 company style is planned.
Richard Boyd, jailed in Chehalis on larceny charges, escaped last night by sawing through cell bars. Seattle police notified by telephone today and seeking the fugitive. Information is meager and the escape is under investigation.
Lord Kitchener announces in a recent fight at Rear Bethel that 12 British soldiers were killed and 22 wounded, adding to the 219 casualties already reported. The ongoing reports trace further losses.
In Washington on November 11 Captain Oberlin Carter’s habeas corpus case was scheduled for hearing by the Supreme Court, with proceedings noted as set for December. The action centers on personal detention and legal challenge to confinement.
William P. Sullivan Jr., chief of the San Francisco police department, died this morning in San Francisco. His death follows a long career in law enforcement and civic service.
C J Reed of Wolf and Zwicker Portland registers at the Rainier Grand to arrange a speed trial for the Goldsborough. The first test, a dock test this after noon, powers engines to full speed while the steamer is moored. If successful, a full run may follow and the boat could be turned over to the government for an official trial.
Flames tore through Mine No 7 at Pacific Coast Co Franklin early yesterday. Miners escaped to the surface except Jacob Rose who likely perished after entering the mine from the wrong direction. Rescue efforts included water streams, barriers, and ventilation checks. officials report no further fire danger.
Machinists at Fulton Ironworks, a major San Francisco plant, settled with their employers and went back to work on a nine-hour schedule. Forty-eight machine shops are now unionized after a stoppage that began May 20, with substantial backlog across shops.
Rumor spreads among shingtemen that one road cuts the new shingle rate toward Portneat and the Missouri river. Some claim a cent rate instead of 6 24 or 8 cents quoted by most lines. Southern Pacific keeps its rate, paying extra tariff to Chicago area. Eastern states rates remain unchanged. Railroad men seek source of rate cut, each road accusing another as shingle men push for lower fare.
Sultan Abdul Hamid announces the settlement of all French claims and says France made a friendly visit to PAMIA. Dispatches report French squadron leaving Mitylene though most ships have sailed, while French colors were lowered and authorities evacuated. The sultan aims to show a strong front to calm subjects amid repaid concessions.
In Kansas a dramatic chase unfolds after an escape from a cordon in Pauline near Topeka. Sheriff Cook and Mrs Worcester were seized and used as shields while the convicts fled. Worcester’s husband was wounded and may die. Authorities pursue across Leavenworth Alma, Manhattan Garnett and Lawrence.
Italian fisherman Frank Nicholes, wanted for stabbing and killing his partner Netis, fled last Thursday night in a sloop toward the American side. He was tracked to the Sooke hills after scuttling his vessel, as tugs searched the area near the border.
The Schley court of inquiry met to prepare a written opinion on the testimony and arguments heard over six weeks. They began an executive session with orders to seal the proceedings from interruption. In New York, Mayor Lowrett arrived from the Serkehite hills, saying no definite plans for the future were ready.
In Seattle the defense opened arguing against the state claim of six shots heard during the Con sidine shooting. Witnesses testified to hearing five shots or variations, while others placed the sequence near Guy's drug store on Yesler avenue as Chief Meredith fired a shotgun and later shots. The trial adjourned to 1:30 am.
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