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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1903

Page

5

Stabbing Affray At Central School Ends In Injury

A long running schoolyard feud at Central School near Seventh Avenue and Madwon Street ended with a stabbing. Willie Lee of the middle fifth grade and Robert Miller of the lower Sixth fought during noon recess. Miller produced a knife and struck Lee on the head near the temple, cutting to the cheek. Police were not immediately summoned as the incident circulated.

Central School Seventh Avenue Madwon Street Willie Lee Robert Miller Urchina Miller Lee Po- Hce Lee Lee

Wealthy Oregon grower slain in the street

A wealthy ore grower in Butteville, Oregon, was found dead in the street this morning with two bullet wounds in the chest. The deed is blamed on highwaymen. He carried a large sum of money, which is missing along with his watch and valuables.

Butteville Ore L. RB

Peabody battles federal troops over Telluride strike

Labor leaders in Denver denounce Governor Peabody for calling in federal troops to Telluride where a strike has persisted since July. They claim no violence occurred there, noting one assault in Cripple Creek, and accuse Peabody of seeking to involve President Roosevelt for political gain. President Roosevelt later denied Peabody’s request for federal troops, stating action is possible only if violence surpasses state control or legislator action.

Denver Cmo Peabody Telluride Tully- Tide Cripple Creek Roosevelt Beaver Washington Bb. C Root Guv. Peabody Col.orade

Princess Marguar Kidnap Plot Halted in Rome

In Rome on November 19 the police uncovered a plan to kidnap and ransom Princess Marguar daughter of King Victor. A constant guard now watches over the princess day and night.

Rome Marguar Victor

Humboldt Withdrawn From Nome Traffic for San Francisco

The steamer Humboldt under Capt B G Baughman leaves Nome rush lanes for San Francisco Monday morning and ties up for winter there. The Jeanie, recently bought by Pacific Alaska Transportation & Coal, will sail Nov 14 with supplies for a new coal mine and salmon cannery near Portage Bay Alaska Peninsula opposite Ungs. Capt P H Mason remains master of the Jeanie. Marion De Vries of the government board of customs appraisal arrived for semi annual tour to hear complaints from importers on duties imposed by local authorities.

Humboldt B. G. Baughman Alaska San Francisco Lynn Canal Jeanie Pacific Alaska Transportation & Coal Company Portage Bay Alaska Peninsula Ungs P. H. Mason

Lumber laden ships and ships to Alaska head to sea

The Thallasa to load 1 254 000 feet of lumber for Australian ports at Eagle harbor with Captain Peling. Sequoia sails from Hoquiam tomorrow morning with 40 000 feet of lumber and 200 passengers for Angeles. The John Hunter sails tonight for Skagway with 46 passengers and 200 tons of perishable freight. Thanksgiving turkey delays noted. beef dines by others. James Dollar 1 060 tons general freight. Newburg sails with 25 passengers 665 000 feet of lumber for San Francisco.

California Lee de Vries Seattle Thallasa Peling Eagle Harbor Thomas Hoquiam Angeles Jphin Hunter Skagway Juneau James Dollar Newburg Pollard Aere San Frencheco

Royalty at Luncheon in Guildhall for Italian King and Queen

King Victor Emmanuel and Queen Helena of Italy were hosted at a state luncheon in Guildhall London after arriving from Windsor. Crowds gave an ovation during the procession and streets were heavily decorated. A state dinner was held at St George's Hall Windsor Castle last night.

Italy London St. Geoge's Hall Windsor Castle

Pittsburg Steel Plant to Resume Operations Monday

Pittsburg Nov. 19 The entire Pittsburg Steel Company plant will resume operation on Monday after three weeks of idleness leaving 2,000 workers without employment until restart.

Pittsburg Pittsburg Steel Company

Derby Gold Cup Won by Low's Littleton at Derby

The Derby Gold Cup ended with Low's Littleton ridden by McIntyre taking first at Derby. Surbiton, owned by J. R. Keene and ridden by Lyne, finished second among twenty-one starters. Also note the death of Ernest Hucke, a Bons of Hermann lodge No. 4 member, in Seattle and funeral arrangements pending.

London Derby Low Littleton McIntyre J. R. Keene Surbiton Lyne Ernest Hucke Bons Hermann Seattle Fifth Avenue Bonney-Watson

Bartlett Murder Trial Closes State Case

The state closed its case in the Bartlett murder trial at 1 oclock this afternoon. Justice Cain and clerk Dal Roberts testified Bartlett was previously bound under peace bonds in Cann's court before the murder. Defense counsel began presenting the defendant's case after the state rested.

Bartlett Oelock Justice of the Peace Cain Dal Roberts Cann

Italian Murdered in Minneapolis on Franklin Avenue Bridge

Salvator Battalia was found dead on the Franklin avenue bridge in Minneapolis. Police say revenge likely, noting 21 wounds from behind and $46 untouched in his pockets.

Minneapolis Minn Salvator Battalia Franklin Avenue

Spokane man John A Allen dies in street incident

John A Allen son of the late ex Senator Allen of Seattle went insane in Spokane Washington this noon. He stopped people and asked foolish questions and tried to provoke fights. He drew a knife was arrested and locked up. He had been in town a week on a spree though he was sober when picked up.

Spokane Wah John A. Allen Allen Seattle Witten

Death of novelist Henry Seaton Merriam known as Hagh Speott

London reports the death of Henry Seaton Merriam also called Hagh Speott. He authored With Edged Tooth and The Sowers and kept a retiring private life, avoiding publicity and publicizing photographs or biographies.

London Hagh Speott Henry Seaton Merriam Hide

Woman Stranded After Fare Refusal On City Car

Mrs. Charles Wilson of 07 Maynard avenue was put off Rainier Heights street car No. 12 at Maynard and Jackson after offering a gold piece for fare. The conductor refused change then allowed her aboard but later ordered her to leave at Fifth Avenue, forcing her to walk through mud with jeers from onlookers.

Charles Wilson Maynard Avenue Rainier Heights Fifth Avenue South Jackson Street Blackchapel Wilson

Chamber to Establish Eastern Manufacturers Bureau

New Information Bureau reports the chamber of commerce took preliminary steps to establish a bureau for Eastern manufacturers and capital to obtain confidential local business condition data. Secretary Meikle likely to be named manager.

Chamber of Commerce Yeauterday Meikle

McGovern Arrested After Elusive Absence From City

Walter V McGovern, key witness in poker room gambling cases, was arrested on a bench warrant for contempt of court after nearly two weeks in hiding. Detectives Adams and Lane brought him to Justice Cann's court where bail was set, amid conflicting explanations from Prosecuting Attorney Boott and Griffith the defense counsel.

Beott Walter V. McGovern McGovern Adama Lane Ond Avenue Justice Canon's Court McGovvern Byte Boott Svery Firet Star Seattle Portland Ore Griffith Joe Chief Bullivan Scott Hughie Behn J. J. Callaghan Moto Justice Cann Ataira C. & Gleason MacGovern Cann Mcrrifith Grit Wherry Mr. Grifth Ball

Carrie Nation Roughly Ejected From White House

Carrie Nation was forcibly removed from the White House after attempting to see President Roosevelt. She entered at 7 PM, sat for a half hour making comments about visitors, then demanded to see Secretary Loeb. Officials dragged her out as she resisted, later praying for a Prohibitionist president and accusing Roosevelt of smoking on the Capitol steps.

Carrie Nation Loeb Washington, D. C White House Roosevelt Lot Sethe Kansas Capitol Baltimore

Wood hearing opens on Cuba governor conduct

The Senate military affairs committee began proceedings on General Wood's conduct as Cuba's military governor and objections to his major general nomination. Senator Maria testified accusing Wood of using influence to persecute Kates G Rathbone. The session turned executive and was moved behind closed doors with witnesses waiting outside to be admitted.

Ohio Senate Ketes G Hathbone Wood Rathbone Hanna Teller Kates G. Rathbone

Battle over Horn's life in Cheyenne jail standoff

Cheyenne authorities brace for a possible jail raid as threats target Governor Chatterton and Tom Horn’s execution. Deputy sheriffs and militia are deployed. guards tightened at the Laramie County jail ahead of the scheduled hanging and potential breakout attempt by Horn’s supporters.

Laramie County Tom Horn Berona Beriffa Cheyenne Mora Horn Willie Nickell Trtal Glue Springs Wreminga

Masked robbers hold up Minneapolis club players

Masked highwaymen entered the Metropolitan club rooms this morning in Minneapolis, lined up eight players against the wall and seized $90 before escaping down the stairs.

Minneapolis Ing

Assassination Report From Usehmiadsin Caucasus

The Tageblatt says Archbishop David was killed today in Usehmiadsin by Armenians. The murderers escaped.

David Usehmiadsin Caucasus

Thieves Loot Paris Residence of Noted Novelist

On opening the long closed home of McDan in Paris, Madare Yola found the house empty. Thieves had carted away furniture bric-a-brac and curios gathered over a lifetime. No clue to the thieves.

Paris McDan Madare Yola

Chicago Street Railway Strike Expands as City Sways

Chicago strikers and Teamsters union members join forces with 60 workers walking out of car barns. City rail officials and Mayor Harrison seek mediation while a mass demonstration looms. Freight handlers may refuse goods for the railway and 500 police brace Halsted Street as Gov Yates signals possible 24 hour troop deployment.

St. Louis Halsted Street Bama Gov. Yates Chicago

Chicago Street Car Strike Shows Demands and Company Offer

The Amalgamated Association lists the union demands for 28 cents hourly raise, 10 hour day, complete unionization, reinstatement rights, and seat and medical care for injuries. The Chicago City Railway Co. replies it will not oppose unionization and will proceed with current wages and hours while offering arbitration for disputes. Mayor Harrison reports no settlement at noon as steam railways brace for a prolonged strike.

Chicago Wim. D. Mahon Amalgamated Association of Street Railway Employer of America Clarence ©. Pratt David Reid M. C. Buckley Barna Chicago City Railway Co Cor David G. Hamilton Robin McCullough

Fremont Canal Tragedy Suspected Suicide

A woman described as middle aged and stout with auburn hair reportedly leaped into Fremont's government canal around 7 this morning. Police drain the canal to find her body while witnesses recount her only wearing a nightdress and fleeing a barb wire fence after crossing the railroad bridge.

Fremont

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