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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1901
Page
3
An 18 year old named Berguist and a 16 year old Dolly Deveral, both of the city, eloped yesterday and wed in Everett after obtaining a license in Snohomish County. They then traveled to Seattle and stayed at the National Hotel. The couple’s parents are furious and authorities may pursue the license legality.
The Iroquois Club unites Democrats to back a mayoral ticket with leaders including Judge Moore and J. W. Godwin and others. Organizers aim to rally party factions while hinting at a possible dark horse as a strong outside vote magnet.
In Washington on November 12 a visit by representatives from major chambers of commerce urged action on reciprocity with Canada. Kent said he would not express a preference and stressed commercial relations should rest on a workable basis. He anticipated potential treaties with buyers of our goods.
A testimony by the judge in the ex Johnsen case concluded with a general denial. The matter rests before Commissioner Hema and will be reviewed by the court of appeals on Monday.
Reports from Two Bays Ohio dated November 12 say a local ore dealer bought two bays for about 320 and that the president may have named a ship or district Admiral, prompting speculation about official honors and next steps.
Testimony before Inspector reveals divergence among Capt Duncan Garonne and Engineer Duncan Garonne about crew intoxication and boiler condition aboard the steamer. Alwen insists not fully under liquor while others cite leaks and boiler room strain. Beattie and Beall discuss speed and recent onboard arguments as hearings continue.
Rout of 2% Filipino insurgents by Capt Hartman's cavalry on the Batangas road leaves 16 killed and nine captured while two Americans are wounded. Robberies reported at hotels in Fremont and on Sixth Avenue South.
The trial resumes with witness testimony about the shooting at Guy’s drug store. Questions focus on identification of a suspect seen near the door and a large man rushing from the scene as guns fired multiple times. The examiner challenges the witness’s composure and recall as the narrative advances.
Yesterday afternoon a court session sparked a heated cross-examination by Mr. Fulton of A. H. McCormick. The witness recalled overheard threats from Meredith against Considine, but his memory appeared unreliable and Fulton pressed him to sign a card McCormick had handed him recently.
A chaotic trial fragment details police, witnesses, and suspects. Detective Corbett notes Meredith sought a rifle, McCormick letter, Handy the gunsmith cut the shotgun, and McLean testifies from the Collins Building. Witnesses trace shots near Beattie hotel and gun parcel movements at power house and James street car.
The city water department announces a shutdown tomorrow from 6 AM to 3 PM affecting Minor avenue from Madison to Jefferson, Cherry from Minor to Broadway, Boyleston from Madison to Cherry, and Broadway from Madison to Jefferson. Expect service interruption in these blocks during the period.
The Al-Ki arrived after a rough voyage with 9 passengers and a cargo totaling 1299 tons including 8 tons of concentrates and 700 tons of salmon. Captain Dudley faced raging seas forcing a retreat to shelter as decks flooded and gear lashed. Icebergs and snow hinder navigation near Taku inlet amid recent Alaska shore hazards. The journey follows other perilous incidents like the City of Topeka and Islander wrecks.
The Seattle Athletic Club sees rising membership now about 1000 with debt nearly paid. A monthly handicap bowling tournament begins November 21 drawing strong interest and attention.
Hamm and Schmitz, owners of the Butler hotel, bought a lot at Sixth avenue south and Weller street for a livery stable at a cost of 1. They also acquired five acres in the Duwamish valley adjoining their farm for 1250, expanding Harm and Schmitz ranch prospects.
The regular quarterly examination of King County teachers starts tomorrow morning in the Collina building. This may be the last exam this year due to the state legislature's inadequate school appropriation limiting the usual number of examinations.
Friends hosted a Sunday gathering at 1505 Yester Day to honor Misa Lizzie Wineberg. Attendees included D Klein, D Ricklea, Werebinder, H Block, Gorbelove, Samuels, Goldberg, Leo Bisbert, G Fickles, H Curnufsky, M E Levin, Lala Greenberg, Rose Greenberg, D Goldstein, Preva Rickles, S Weatfield, H Simon, Atlas, Cole, Adler, H Lavenworth, Krom, M Rickles, N Rickles, H Kalman, H Kenaler and other unnamed guests.
George Copeland purchased the southwest corner lot at Stewart street and Minor avenue for 2700 dollars. He plans to erect a tenement house on the site in the spring.
The Broadway Improvement Club debated careless electric linemen after a wire was left swinging near the ground injuring two boys. A six minute service demand on the City Park line was raised, and streets to be graded from Union to Pine were proposed. A city attorney quizzed suspects in a jail clash as Sloan received a suspended sentence.
Leading city hotel men plan a state association to better protect them and seek to amend hotel laws. The Rainier Grand hosts the meeting with signatories including H. B. Dunbar Ferdinand Schmitz J A Gould B S Bailey W G Potts A A Beaugrave and D A Williams. Upon forming locally they aim to recruit hotel men in other cities.
The Ladies' Hebrew Benevolent Society will hold a meeting tomorrow after noon at 4 30 p m at the Temple de Hirsch.
The War Department announced Maj. Hugh Belknap paymaster died in Manila from septic poisoning. Belknap served as a Chicago congressman, and was the son of General Belknap once secretary of war under Grant.
The Northern Pacific Railway will withdraw the 2 p.m. train to Spokane on Saturday November 16, with arrival at 9 20 a.m. It will be suspended for the winter and resume in spring.
The second annual meeting of the Washington Association of Opticians was held Monday evening at the Rainier Grand hotel with a banquet and papers read. Officers elected include President H Clay Eversole and vice presidents H L King W M Lamb, secretary L W Kachlein, treasurer C G Hylcomb, Seattle, and directors J L Berends Whatcom F L Eversole L E B Capps and A A Schuchard. The next annual gathering will be in Whatcom.
Police officers Freeman and Chipman weeded the district along Washington Street catching a group described as disreputable. City Attorney De Hruler berated the lot as they stood for trial. Campbell received ten days suspended during good behavior. McFadden Wiley Sullivan Bilan McCullock McCarthy Sloan and others faced similar dispositions.
Police Officer Barr recounted a Sunday night scene at Third avenue and Madison street where neighbors claimed a burglar was inside a house. An investigation revealed the intruder was a Newfoundland dog in the basement, leaving the officer too embarrassed to note the family name.
A Christian Politics meeting of the Christian Endeavor Society of Seattle is set for Friday, Nov 22, at First Presbyterian church. Speakers include Rev B H Lingenfelter and President Mathes. A male voice choir of sixteen from a local gre e club will provide music for the occasion.
Fred Nelson, a Black River farmer, reported several cows stolen last week. The animals were found at Frye Brown Company's slaughter pens, carried by a man who gave the name A. R. Robinson. Robinson received no payment and fled the yards, later vanishing. Frye Brown reimbursed Nelson for the cows’ value after learning of the circumstances.
Gay Tilford a 17 year old from Winfield Ames 14 and Fred Corning 14 are missing from their homes in North Seattle since Sunday prompting police to search for lead in a case described as a missing persons inquiry.
Lepperd Dupont of the Arctic steamer fell into the bay at Union Street. Policeman Stepler rescued the partially drowned man and then arrested Kelly who refused to assist. The incident occurred yesterday morning in the city jail context of a peculiar offense.
Two armed men held up Thomas Forrest at 2 29 this morning at the foot of University Street. They took 155 in money a knife and a pipe after forcing him to surrender valuables. Police have strong descriptions and expect arrests tonight. Forrest lives at Third Avenue and Jackson Street and was returning home from the north part of town when the holdup occurred.
Peter Dreeland, described by police as a chronic petty thief, was bound over to the Superior court yesterday afternoon on charges of attempted burglary. He was caught several mornings ago while climbing through a window of a tenderloin lodging house.
The six year old son of Wm Nelson was badly scalded at 924 Second Avenue North when a frying pan fell from the wall, overturning a kettle of boiling water on him. The back was burned from neck to waist. Dr Ludlow attended. the child is much improved this afternoon.
Coroner C departed for a three week Viest in California last night. Deputy Coroner Buckley will lead the office in his absence. Judge William H. Brinker moved his law office from Colman block to 617 Pacific block after returning from Nome. Ki bourne & Clark Co. 815 Second Ave handle gas and electric fixtures.
Steamship Garonne departed for Quartermaster's harbor after repairs. City of Topeka may dock next. J B Kimball delayed until tomorrow due to cargo. heavy ordnance shipment for Fort Casey loading locally. Hapld Transit failed to unload due to weather and returns for another attempt. Elba repaired and moving to load wheat for Europe after collision with Kegan Maru. Progresso arrives to load for San Francisco. Carrier Dove launched and sent for repairs. City of Seattle arrives at Port Townsend and to Ocean dock. Rainier leaves for Ban Stet with local transfers planned at Port Townsend. Weather cited as cause for delays.
The Chamber of Commerce votes to form a special committee to study a new city hall. Key figures debate site, Osborne fund use, and potential county collaboration amid calls for urgent action and postponement concerns.
The final day to submit film applications for the municipal civil service examinations is tomorrow for exams to be held on November 20.
Sam Mulvey once a Seattle lawyer was arrested this morning by Officer Wilken and Searing to serve out a suspended sentence imposed by Judge George earlier for drunkenness.
A major slide occurred this morning on the Third Avenue line near the old car barn at East Jake Avenue. Passengers may need to transfer for several days while repairs are made.
Mrs Siven Lambers of Los Angeles writes to Seattle police seeking help finding her husband Henry Lambers who is believed to be working in a Seattle restaurant.
Detectives Adama and Byrnes arrested Jack Lyona and George McDonald early morning as they appeared to force entry to a cigar store at 717 Third Avenue. A watchdog inside frightened them away. Lyons was identified at noon by Bergt. Mike Powers and Joe Harris, an ex convict, are mentioned but no charges yet filed.
Fred Cross, a seaman, narrowly escaped death after slipping at the Pacific coast bunkers and crashing 14 feet onto a pile boom. Severely cut and stunned, he was rescued by passersby and taken to the Wayside Mission for care from Dr. De Boto. An advertisement for Inter-State Wholesale Co. stock appears at 393 Pacific block.
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