16 Nov 1905
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1905
Page
1
A pretender appears with an army of about 50 000, sending shock through the czar and court. News divides the country as the strike spreads rapidly, leaving only one railway line running in czarist domains.
The cruiser Minneapolis under Rear Admiral Cheater received orders to move toward Kronstadt or St. Petersburg to safeguard American interests if danger arises. Washington notes the move follows a State Department request as unrest spreads across Russia. Price declines, strikers gain, and Cossacks guard closed shops while Witte seeks a compromise with strike leaders. A cabinet meeting is set in St. Petersburg with possible dictatorship appointment as the emperor acts. The piece also mentions traffic halts to Moscow and limited rail service via Finland.
Governor Odell testifies amid the insurer probes denying pressuring Harriman, while James Hazen Hyde faces accusations of influence and speculation. Depew recounts his $20,000 daily retainer and involvement in the Squires and Artley campaigns as the inquiry probes campaign finance and loan practices tied to Equitable Life.
In St. Petersburg on November 16 M Witte issued a broad appeal posted in all factories urging workers to resume work and to listen to leaders who care for them. He urged unity and to follow those who act in workers' interests.
A Simbirauo report claims a false emperor with 50 000 followers has emerged near Penza amid a growing peasant revolt. The city faces darkness from electrical strikes and printers walkouts as police clash with crowds and threats to cut telegraph lines rise.
At a public session the North Seattle Improvement Association endorsed a non-use clause and sent the issue to the city council. Nell Boyle cited records showing early franchise grants included common-use provisions, noting Front Street cable and steam railways set precedents. The discussion referenced historic figures like Jacob Furth and Robert Moran and highlighted the city’s early streetcar development as pioneering.
The excerpt describes the Secondav era and the push by Moses to secure an exclusive franchise, noting property owners funded regreding and raised about $30,000 to support building a car on the street.
Bank clearings for November 16 1905 totaled 1128221 63 dollars up 23741607 from the same date in 1904. The report notes continued growth year over year reflecting stronger financial activity.
At a Civic Union executive meeting in the New York block, ER M White offered a resolution urging that no street railway franchise be granted without payment for track costs by the grantors or city, covering all thoroughfares and ensuring fair construction and maintenance charges. The committee also noted favorable remarks on Christopher W. Horr’s efforts in organizing clubs and advancing the direct primary.
London dispatch reports King Edward sprained his ankle after stepping into a rabbit hole while shooting at Windsor Park today. The incident occurred during royal leisure activities and the monarch's condition is described as minor.
The Hawaiian-American steamer California reached San Diego from New York after a 64 day journey. A fogbound Puget Sound and Juan de Fuca strait nearly caused a collision when the steamer Rosalie narrowly avoided an unidentified schooner while passing down the stairs on Wednesday. Quick actions by Rosalie’s officers helped avert disaster.
The Washington Supreme Court upholds Jacob Furth, president of Seattle Electric, retaining control of vast Beattie holdings after a long fraud dispute. It affirms lower court rulings that the transfers and mortgages were legal and not fraudulent. The value cited near $60,000 when transferred by Louis Scabacher to Furth, to cover Perry debts.<div> Buckeye powder mill explosions in Peoria, Illinois, injure and kill several.</div>
George Beede will be prosecuted for assault with intent to commit murder after shooting Ray McDonald who was walking with Beede's wife. Prosecutor Mackintosh told a Starman that McDonald’s wishes do not affect the case and he plans to interview the wounded man at the hospital to gauge his witness availability.
Benjamin Houtz 56 of 170 24th died Tuesday evening at home while eating supper. He worked as a foreman in the Northern Pacific railway freight department and had a heart condition for a year. Survived by wife and two daughters Lucia Houtz and Mrs. F. W. Panchot. Funeral at First Presbyterian Church Friday afternoon with Rev. Matthews. Interment Lakeview cemetery.
The Federation of Labor balked at a $100 donation from H. C. Frick to the entertainment committee and urged refusing all such contributions. Gompers pressed the stance during a heated address in Pittsburg on November 16, as a small fire interrupted the meeting while William Moses spoke.
The Citizens' Industrial association endorsed the United Typothetae open shop stand in a St Louis meeting. Herbert George of San Francisco urged national cooperation and placing the U.S. Constitution above that of labor. Union and non union workers both have rights. W C Francis of Portland described an open shop exposition in Portland.
John Krup, accused of illegal voting, did not appear for trial this afternoon after a morning appearance with a large counsel lineup. He was released on 5000 dollars bail though penniless, with the court to declare a forfeiture. Another confessed repeater added to Queens returns with 200 extra votes in early figures.
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