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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1901
Page
1
Dispatches from Washington report U S naval actions to protect noncombatants in Colon as government forces clash with Liberals. Ships Gen Pinson and Town prepare transit protection while foreigners seek refuge aboard warships. Colombian authorities announce Liberal defeats at Culebra and Enperador and resumed railroad traffic.
A fierce storm endangers ships off New Jersey as crews report heavy damage and many lives feared lost. In Boston harbor vessels remain confined while ocean steamers seek safe harbor as barge crews struggle at sea amid crashing waves and shifting forecasts.
The home of Luytien Bros. was damaged by a fire this morning. The blaze caused smoke and water damage estimated at $100,660. Two firefighters were overcome by smoke during efforts to control the fire.
A habeas corpus result frees two inmates. Martin and Charleste, who were serving six months, were released this morning by Chief Sullivan and ordered to leave town. A third inmate Win remains affected by the proceedings and is to be released in addition to the two earlier freed.
A dispatch from Lord Kitchener reports a Bosra Dane mission to secure the release of captives succeeded as reinforcements arrived. Langmore and another officer were seriously wounded in the operation.
W. T. Oliver, manager of the Bank of British North America in Vancouver, reports to police that a very valuable gold watch was stolen from his stateroom aboard the steamer Majestic on Saturday.
Sheriff Cudihee appoints Pete M Mann Libby and Alden Seaton to form a death watch roster with four members. They will rotate on January 3 with three eight hour shifts per day. Seatoun's request to include old Millen is denied as he remains on other duties.
In Rockport Kentucky a Texas style treasure note is uncovered with a will dated Paradise Kentucky November 17 1871. Executors and heirs unknown, a tin bucket contained $815 in gold and old papers tied to a wire trap.
Federal judgment ends Skagway's police court authority after an appeal from the municipal court. The case cites lack of power under the corporation act to enforce taxes with a police court. the municipality must sue before a U S commissioner to collect delinquent poll or other taxes. A prior Skagway conviction for peddling without a license figures in the decision.
C S Barnaman, once Montana deputy sheriff, arrested in Seattle on a private detective linked warrant amid Butte divorce case claims he perjured himself. Barnaman says charges are unfounded and faces possible return to Butte for questioning.
The Pacific Coast Co expects two Skagway steamers to resume service within two weeks. City of Topeka should exit Esquimalt on Nov 2 and reach port for cargo. Cottage City will receive a new shaft by about Dec 5 and then restart Skagway operations.
A fragmentary court filing alleges Ross owes creditors money and that certain parties seek to obtain preference by attachment. The text mentions amounts around 1000 dollars and 500 dollars, with respondents identified as petitioners.
In St Paul Governor Van Banthaa orders an extra legislative session to provide funds to oppose the Northwestern railroad merger. A proposal of 100000 dollars may be requested.
Tacoma report shows receiver Phelps estimates savings department deposits at 278000 dollars. Other asset details were not yet completed as of November 4.
Bina Pierce, a 16 year old escapee from the House of Good Shepherd at Ninth Jesus and Jefferson street, ran away today. Sisters at the institution reported the incident and a sharp lookout is in effect for the girl described as very pretty with distinctive hair.
Three members of the Cawthon family at 2711 Fourth Avenue North Fremont are found with mild varioloid after vaccination. Dr. Ludlow orders removal to the pesthouse and quarantine of the residence though no serious cases exist. The doctor notes varioloid is contagious and immune by mild infection and oddly remarks it may not be a bad thing for Seattle.
Alexander Parker died in Tacoma at age 16 from general debility. A former 1993 Democratic mayoral candidate, he lost by 160 votes. Parker was a St. Joseph Missouri pioneer who joined the California rush in 1849.
Nov 2 ex President Clevelanda shows slight improvement. report notes condition improving after illness.
Fire engines rushed to Queen City Roller Works near Pacific Coast coal bunkers after a 1 20 a m telephone alarm, but the call proved groundless.
The steamship Walla Walla under Captain Hall cleared her lines this morning bound for the Cote with a freight shipment of tons and about 60 passengers aboard.
The Indians and whites of South Dakota oppose the Indian commissioner plan to cut rations and push self support. Experienced white farmers could sustain themselves on reservation lands, while Indians grow more morose and fearful of allotments. Leaders urge braves to die fighting rather than starve or submit.
Washington D C November trial of Mrs Ida Bonine for Ayres murder continued. J F BK Drew testified he saw Bonine leave Ayres room late one night and said her visits followed her usual pattern. Emma Wless testified Ayres called at her room requesting sugar late that night.
A man named Henry shot at Kinney and Devine in a Washington saloon and concert hall, killing Kinney and wounding another. Police captured Henry on Occidental Avenue. autopsy confirmed a brain-penetrating pistol wound. Henry showed no remorse and faces possible first degree murder charges with defense based on self defense.
Turbulent reports from Constantinople indicate pressure on Sultan Abdul Hamid amid alleged bribe offers and promises of titles to deter reforms. Local sources warn that troop movements could provoke a broader uprising as the sultan’s opponents intensify pushback.
J. F. Trowbridge, manager of the Arlington dock, swore out a warrant in Justice Cann's court charging George Leighton, captain of the steamer, with language tending to provoke an assault. The alleged incident occurred last Saturday afternoon. Clara McQuillan asks divorce from Frank Man whom she says married her at Nome on 11, 1900, and abandoned her. She seeks restoration of her maiden name, Clara Meyer.
After lengthy meetings with property owners along the proposed North and South Shore boulevards, the council decided to amend and send the report back to the street committee. The plan would have connected the Lake ym canal from Fremont to Baimon Bay with boulevards 120 feet wide. A large remonstrance from affected owners followed the bill. The same committee will also report on a boulevard proposal linking the state university at Brooklyn through La tona, with sewer and water facilities. It is unclear if the university boulevard will be presented tonight. The Murphy bill to raise post census from 100 to 600 annually will likely pass. Assessments for various street improvements will be heard, along with concrete sidewalk John Street and paving block 1 of Maynard's plot as special orders.
The Seattle bound schooner departs Skagway tonight for a week long voyage. She carries 400 tons of cargo and passengers on the trip.
The Star reports Walter L. Bannon to be dismissed for brutality toward Dickinson and the Dickinson and Karen youths, while Sergeant Leighton is suspended thirty days without pay for excessive jail handling. Chief Sullivan will choose a replacement from patrolmen.
Skagway reports the Yukon River frozen solid up to Thirty Mile and at White Horse the ice blocks the river making winter traffic impossible. Open river sections are not navigable for steamers, ending all traffic until thaw. Fr Williams convicted of tampering with a witness in the Mabel Keating case received one year’s board and lodging in county jail.
Clarence Chase longtime associate of Daniel Frawley is released after arrest for stealing. Chief Bullivan holds $40 for him. Chase will not be prosecuted and will return to California with his parents. He had courted Seattle social circles during the company’s stay and is shaken by the incident.
The White Knight and a Walla Walla addition team battled to a 0 0 tie at Athletic Park. Despite few players, both sides played hard with White Knight defense stifling repeated Walla Walla advances. Next Sunday Walla Walla faces South Seattle in a key junior clash.
G. O. G Jackson, charged with criminally assaulting the one year old daughter of W. H. Davia of Everett, faces a preliminary hearing before Justice this afternoon. The case may be continued.
The family of James F. Judge, a shingle weaver at Prairie, Wash, arrived from Michigan seeking him with no success. A Fraternal Brotherhood social entertained the women this time, and future events will feature lady entertainers. L. B. Knapp has held a mill filer position at Edmon.
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