02 Oct 1901
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1901
Page
1
Court resumed testimony on the Battle of Santiago with Admiral Evans correcting the record. Captains and officers testified about the Brooklyn, Schley, and the victory narrative, while discrepancies over helm direction and timing were debated.
In a racially charged incident on October 2, Fields aged 24 and Clarence, both Black, were seized by a mob and hanged from a trestle. They faced charges connected to the murder of Hart, a young man about 19 days prior. The case drew immediate widespread attention and controversy.
Marquis Ito of Japan is due at 7 o'clock this evening aboard the Kage Maru, greeted at Victoria by Conwal for Seattle. A city reception with fireworks on Red Bear Smith's Cove and a banquet at Rainier Hotel is planned, with prominent Japanese citizens to welcome him and local officials to spearhead arrangements.
In a city report Fire Marshal Kellogg says many Seattle hotels tenements and lodging houses lack visible fire exits. He notes occupants often do not know their locations and urges an ordinance requiring door and window signs with penalties for violation to improve protection.
A major blaze in Alton Illinois on October 2 destroyed a riverfront block incinerating the Standard four mills Alton four mills moors' elevator and Sentinel and Democrat offices. Wheat from sixty cars was lost with other property valued at about 500000 dollars.
The case of the state of Washington versus Harrie Eick and Griffin proceeds as three men face charges of criminally assaulting 18 year old Ruth Armstrong. Judge George will hear arguments this afternoon.
The Beattie clearing house report shows a total of 7 219 78 in gains with cheering notes and an 10 8 balance reference.
Tacoma workers strike at Puget Sound Drydock Co with Metal Trades union members from Seattle and Tacoma meeting in session to discuss grievances.
The municipal civil service exam planned for this month is unlikely to occur because the city council did not provide enough funding. Secretary Grout estimated 282 dollars for expenses but council cuts down to 40 dollars, insufficient for advertising medical and physical exams, blanks, and examiners. Temporary staff already exceed sixty days, and no eligibles exist, forcing a postponement.
Marquis Ito former Japanese premier and Senator Beveridge of Indiana arrived aboard the Aga Maru in Victoria to seek health benefits and discuss expanding Far East ties with Europe and the United States. Ito noted Japan should engage more personally with foreign affairs to improve influence.
Sir Thomas Lipton receives many cables praising Shamrock's showing and reiterates his wish to race every day. A cup committee in New York is expected to grant daily racing, with a meeting tonight to act. Lipton proposes daily races during the next week at least.
The Great Northern Railroad offers a one and one third fare for the round trip to the Northwest Baptist annual meeting in Tacoma. The reduced rate applies for travelers attending the event.
The Seattle Electric Co faces delays in painting utility poles. After orders to paint and subsequent permit disputes, the Board of Public Works held firm, then granted some permits. The company painted only a few poles and halted again, offering no explanation. The board plans to summon the company to act on Saturday.
San Francisco reports the start of the fortieth triennial convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church with 80 bishops and 500 priests in attendance. Key debates focus on a proposed canon barring remarriage after divorce and extending impediments to marriage, while sessions address new US territorial responsibilities and potential bishoprics for the Philippines, Cuba, and Puerto Rico. The New York delegation led by J Pierpont Morgan is expected to oppose the canon.
Engineer George Miller reported to police that his stateroom on the steamer Flyer was entered last evening near 2 o clock while the boat lay at the wharf. $84.25 in currency and clothing were taken as police investigate the burglary.
The board of public works will on Saturday open bids for cement sidewalks on Nob Mill avenue from Dennywar to Harrison street and brick paving on Jackson street from Occidental avenue to Second avenue south.
Col D B May, Nome operator and Seattle resident, returns from a visit to Washington and New York. He is confident Seattle will be well represented in next congression al appropriations and predicts a large grant for Lake Washington.
Des Moines records the sixth annual convention of the National Grain Dealers association with about 900 delegates from across the United States attending the morning session.
Wright was arrested by Officer Bryant after a Lenora bar owner reported a counterfeit check for ten dollars signed Mra G C Pilaney. He faces possible transfer to Aberdeen or trial for obtaining money under false pretenses with ties to Anacortes and other Sound towns.
Ollie Cruikshank sues for divorce from Samuel J. Cruikshank alleging moral delinquencies. The complaint claims he has become intoxicated and gambled away earnings and money from his wife and her relatives.
A city committee representing Mitchell Lewin Braver Moran Hron Vulcan Washington Iron works and Seattle Iron works met the mayor at city hall to report non union machinists and apprentices being approached by union workers outside shops. They claimed crowds near the shops deter workers and asked protection and enforcement of peace. The mayor ordered Chief Sullivan to investigate while machinists deny interference and assert they talk only with consent of non union men.
Lillian A. Jones seeks divorce from Charles H. Jones after 1990 marriage citing long term cohabitation with Lella Flyer. She alleges property transfers and public recognition of Flyer as wife, asks restraining order against disposition of funds or property held in Jones or Flyers’ names. order granted by Judge Tallman.
Waterfront complaints rise over timbers and debris in the bay from dock repairs. Wreckage from a White Star dock boom floats, scattering logs and hay, forcing steamer crews to vigilantly steer clear with pike poles. Calls grow for stricter laws or a harbor officer to enforce ordinances.
Edward Shepard independent Democrat and lawyer appears likely to be Tammany’s mayoral candidate for Greater New York. He has reportedly agreed to accept the nomination after selection by Croker.
A forecast notes Thursday likely showers and cooler air near a comet light sky. Northerly winds shift as the day progresses with cooler temperatures expected.
L W Hughes of Fiz Fhat avenue Beattie told police his room trunk was rifled last night and clothing valued at 40 dollars stolen.
The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall visit Victoria British Columbia enjoy informal city sightseing. They tour by naval launch, dine with the premier, visit Royal Jubilee hospital, receive the Nugget bracelet from Atlin, then sail aboard the Empress of India at six o clock. Ideal weather aids their schedule.
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