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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1901
Page
1
Washington reports US action to halt bombardment of Colón until civilians could flee. The Gen. Pinzón withdrew, signaling abandonment of a city assault and a shift to land-based operations. Marines defend routes as Liberals and Conservatives clash near Empire station with heavy casualties.
In Portland Dal ton one of four men jailed for the murder of James Morrow last week has become a witness for the state. He claims Kid McFadden shot Morrow during a robbery attempt and McFadden then threatened him. The case involves accomplices and a planned funeral, with details partly unclear due to damaged text.
A chaotic scene described where a mob targeted a young girl as rumors spread. Authorities intervened after the crowd shouted abuse and faced calls to disperse. No injuries or charges are mentioned in the fragments.
A fragment describes a mall shipment of 18 pounds bound for the steamer City of Seattle then to the Discovery. It outlines two winter routes via the Kuskokwim head waters to Bethel and across to the Wukon, with an alternate path to St Michael via Dawson. The text notes similar travel times for both routes.
Detroit reports a boiler explosion at the Pemberthy Injector Co injuring twenty one and killing one with fears of more deaths. Firefighters and volunteers search the smoldering ruins as questions remain about the blast cause. In the 129 workers, 16 were women and all but one escaped injury. 12 dead or seriously hurt by noon.
Thieves entered the Fisher residence at 1910 East Spruce in the early hours, ransacking drawers and seizing two gold watches after breaking in through a rear door with nippers. Mrs Fisher woke to a intruder threatening to wake others, while Detective Sam Corbett traced the entry as the work of seasoned criminals.
Washington D C November gruesome evidence emerged in the Bonine murder trial as James Ayres body and a bloody undershirt were shown. Morgue keeper testimony and statements by George Gardner placed Mrs Bonine under intense cross examination while she clung to her innocence and described her sons and hopes for their future.
The Rainier a Fish tender belonging to Chippeck Bros. returned to port after engineers and firemen refused to work citing failed pumps as the reason. The vessel left Wednesday for Dixon banks but rough weather disabled pumps. A new crew has been assigned and she will sail again tonight.
Patrolman Alex McDonald named temporary night clerk replacing Clerk Easson dismissed by the civil service commission. A permanent appointee is not yet decided. The force will operate with two sergeants for four months while Sergi Leighton is off duty.
Otto Meeske the Muske gon brewer buys a notably complete plant of brewery machinery for a large Seattle project. He plans a Seattle brewery investment valued between 100000 and 125000 dollars after visiting the Pacific coast and choosing Seattle as the best site.
Fulton files notice to move the appeal to the Supreme Court. The appellant forfeited rights by fleeing. Captain Handy made a decisive motion without notice, prompting the legal action.
A letter signed J. W. Bute of Greenville New Jersey warns of active green goods fraud in the city. The bearer claims counterfeiters sell a fortune of bogus money for 560 dollars, with dozens of similar letters received monthly and forwarded to the secret service.
The Dolphin arrived crippled after a mysterious mishap, delaying its departure. Farallon heads here under tow and due Friday. Other Coast Steamer misfortunes include the Cottage City City of Topeka and Henator. Dolphin carries a large freighting load from Juneau including 205 boxes halibut and 4006 cases of salmon. Judge Sehlbrede resigns, planning to retire to Oregon. Treadwell mine near Juneau considers electric plant to power mining operations. The Dolphin enjoyed a favorable southbound voyage aside from the incident.
Joseph R. Chambers sues Superior Court alleging 1000 pounds of pork shipped to Nome by Senator and backed by Pacific Coast Seamen Co. spoiled en route despite assurance of cold storage. Chambers seeks recoupment of about 71020 dollars. Also notes a V C Club dance at Little's academy, second in a series.
The switchmen union declares a strike in Pittsburg area with 606 to 79 men quitting across yards. About 20 Pinkerton detectives deployed. railroads seek police protection as most yards idle. The walkout hurts city business while workers press for a 2 cent per hour raise.
In Hartford Connecticut Corbett Me seeks training before the title bout while betting odds favor McGovern at 35 to 10. The rapid sports scene centers on a championship clash with both fighters drawing attention from local fans.
A council bill outlines operating by steam heat to heat rigs move water to extinguish fires and drive elevators on several streets from Madison to Railroad Avenue with a four year plan. A second bill seeks 300 for court costs in Thompson case and 750 for City stables improvements in Seattle McNaught addition.
Evidence shows an impending rate war among three steamship firms on the city to San Francisco route. Pacific Coast maintains 18 first class 10 second class, Kruse offers 15, Pollard recently cut to 12. Local Pollard rep L H Gray denies cutting rates, noting no war.
Discussion of a rate war between Beat te and San Francisco firms centered on Pollard Steamship Company. Officials say no cuts are planned as freight rates for Beattie to Frisco remain unchanged after months of stability and peacetime practice.
May, former wife of the late Morton Rogers and ex police chief Beattie, is on trial in the criminal branch of the superior court for larceny from a male companion during a Thanksgiving celebration. Testimony showed she spent much of the money, while May claimed innocence and proper conduct. The jury reached a verdict in about ten minutes, finding her guilty.
A string of personal pleas arrive at Seattle police from readers in Chicago Butte Columbus Norral and Worcester Each asks for help locating missing relatives or verifying the status of kin They seek news on a crippled girl Agnes Neil a man Frank Orton and other individuals including Mrs Carrie Walker Clyde Kettering Kid Craig and C B Rader among others.
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