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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1906
Page
1
An explosion in a subway trench yesterday near Market Street killed five people including a workman and four pedestrians en route to work. A cart with two horses and driven by a colored man toppled into the blast area tossing the outfit into the pit and sending bystanders fleeing as trails of blood appeared along the streets.
Fragmentary text irregularly mentions a city meeting on Monday night with references to votes recalls and measures. It lacks clear names, places, dates, or outcomes to form a coherent summary.
Fragmentary OCR notes suggest a commission hearing on railroad rebates and charges. It mentions Ny paying Rosen 800 per year, a firm’s capacity issue, and alleged fixing of stem rebates by the railroad and related actors.
Local report states Gordon Bownd faces second degree charges after a shooting at Ravens. Details remain unclear as investigators pursue leads and court dates. Mary Fins is named among the victims in this unresolved case.
The steam schooner Shasta bound from San Pedro to San Francisco went ashore two miles south of Point Conception with a large cargo. No word on the crew. Agents for the vessel are B Gray & Co of this city. The Shasta regularly ran Aberdeen to San Pedro and San Francisco.
In Pocahtonas Louisiana, seven more bodies were recovered from the exploded coal mine with about 16 more unaccounted for. Officials say the death toll is unclear but estimates range from 0 to 70.
A rear end collision between a regular passenger train and a military special near the Lansingburg depot at 5 o clock resulted in five deaths. The military train was en route to Cesar, soldiers aboard, and martial law was imposed to control the crowd and coordinate rescue efforts.
William Dickson private secretary to W T Herien auditor of the Inland Empire Railway company was crushed to death by a passenger elevator at the Hotel Arthur last night He was caught between the floor and cage and died before the elevator could be lowered Dickson was a recent arrival from the east.
Students from the senior class met to organize the Senior Dramatic Club. A committee was appointed to draft a constitution for approval next Thursday. The club aims to promote dramatic art and plans several productions during the term.
The Washington Park Improvement Club meets tonight at the hall located at Thirty-ninth Ave N and Blaine St. Attendees are urged to come prepared with ideas for neighborhood improvements and upcoming events.
The latest reports confirm a rumor concerning Persia, noting uncertain details and safety concerns. Officials in the region have yet to provide a clear statement, while observers await further confirmation from local authorities.
The Seattle Bar association will hold a meeting in the chambers of the Chamber of Commerce in the Low tram building on Wednesday evening October 10 at o'clock.
John Carlson, intoxicated, was brought to police headquarters at 1 a.m. as eight prisoners escaped five hours earlier from a strengthened jail tank. One suspect, Cartoon, was recaptured by a civilian. seven others including Arthur Clegg and Patrick Welch remain at large. Escape used planking and a skylight to drop to the sidewalk. this is the eighth jail escape since the two‑year addition.
The county board refused the Washington and Oregon Railway petition to vacation Fourth Avenue portion outside the city boundary. The board postponed ruling on tideland street vacation on the west side of the Duwamish river pending prosecuting attorney opinion on jurisdiction. West Seattle representatives protested the petition.
Revolutionists attack the patrol escorting two prisoners to jail in Warsaw. The soldiers shoot and kill the two prisoners rather than surrender, marking a deadly clash amid the rescue bid.
In New York on October 5, health officials visiting Brooklyn schools triggered anger among Italian mothers who believed doctors planned to harm the children. About 1500 women stormed a school session, forcing a suspension in an attempt to rescue the children amid fears of certain death.
Frank M. Powley was fined fit and costs by Judge Gordon for carrying concealed weapons. Powley had threatened to shoot, and told friends he was crazy. City Attorney De Bruler warned that another arrest on the charge would bring harsher punishment.
A brief note on the currency’s erosion in value with prices rising and purchasing power declining. The writer laments the impact on personal finances, predicting continued hardship as the dollar’s strength weakens.
A report from the Pacific Coast Lumber indicates a planned suit before the Interstate Commerce Commission against the Pacific Railroad Association. It alleges discrimination in car distribution for lumber shipments, noting about 44 percent of needed cars come from the Pacific region while others lag.
A five member committee was formed by the Municipal Ownership league to protect Officer Lille as he faces harassment for knowledge of fraud in last spring’s municipal election. Lille witnessed irregular votes in the Fifth precinct of the Seventh ward and reported to police. Grambe, Seattle Electric’s purchasing agent, accused Lille of misconduct after Lille refused to remove a local weekly paper from a barber shop window. Police Sgt Powers supported Lille, saying the action was permissible.
Charlie Price, a messenger riding a bicycle, was struck by an automobile driven by R. B. Bowman at Firetav and James streets yesterday afternoon. The impact caused a broken bicycle and minor bruises, with Bowman stopping the car quickly. the boy escaped serious injury.
In Spokane on October 5 Jack Lind was fatally injured in a quarrel with stableman Andrew Anderson who impaled him on a hay fork piercing Lind's skull to the brain. Lind allegedly started the fight and Anderson claims self defense. Lind was moved to a hospital after his condition worsened.
Chairman Murphy calls special police committee meeting next Thursday to consider Councilman Revelle's ordinance regulating sale of firearms. The panel meets amid fallout from the Jessie Hall shooting, revisiting the ordinance discussed months ago.
At O ct 5 in G Hangeville Idaho an airman named PF Yates leaped from a balloon as it neared a descent at about 2 PM. He fell roughly 176 feet hitting the ground unconscious and suffering potential internal injuries. The crowd at the Woodmen street fair witnessed the accident and concerns for his recovery remain.
A tornado swept 100 miles across the area and struck New Orleans causing $200000 in property damage. Four people died at Pontchatoula fifty miles north, and Hawes family members were killed when their home was razed. Dozens injured, hospitals treating victims, with paths 30 to 50 feet wide and numerous small houses ruined.
Terrorists halted a train near Ufo and seized $120,000, killed the guard, and escaped. The incident occurred in St. Petersburg on October 6.
Northwestern Steamship salvage effort for wrecked steamer Santa Ana in Clallam Bay triggers a strike by its crew. They refuse to work after insurance salvage funds are deemed unavailable. Rapid Transit gathers wrecking gear to assist as passengers bound for Alaska face rebooking on nearby boats. Excelsior to carry passengers north tonight after passing Tatoosh at six.
The city council, in a special section meeting, authorized $1,660,000 in bonds to extend the sewer system and set a special election concurrent with the general vote. The project total is about $6,026,000 with most costs to be paid via assessments on bordering properties. Bonds carry 4 percent interest.
Annie Rooney faced court this morning in a case arising from her earlier release yesterday. She pleaded that she did not want to return to the county jail and feared derision or rough treatment, expressing her displeasure at the proceedings.
Three sailors who deserted from ships on the sound were jailed last night by United States deputy marshals. The men gave their names as Puecile Castre and Din cece.
Public correspondence shows ex-President Velma pressed for U S intervention as early as September and hinted at resignation in mid September. Palma government planned the step with full cabinet knowledge while Cuba politics focus on annexation and American control. Secret service orders target outgoing steamers to monitor ex government officials amid unsettled finances.
Thirty Twelfth Ave property owners met at Griffith Real Estate to form a club aimed at improving Twelfth Ave. H. Griffith was chosen president and James Morrison secretary. A three member committee will draft improvement plans for presentation next Thursday night as jogs in the avenue are targeted for straightening to boost business along the thoroughfare.
Jesse M Hall, shot by William Constantine his father in law Tuesday morning, rests easier today and is much improved. His badly shattered right arm may be saved though he speaks only to his father and visitors are restricted. Constantine paces at the county jail as no release action has been taken.
Mrs Emma Nordval files 15900 dollar suit against Sunset Telephone Co claiming her husband Peter Nordval was killed by a cavern at the Madison street and Third Avenue junction while working in a trench for the company.
Ella O Leary a Rainier school teacher faces trial this afternoon on a charge of cruelly beating pupil Edna M Amon the daughter of claimant Mrs Amon the pupil’s mother.
Prominent Alaska trotter L. L. Bales recounts a perilous voyage aboard the grounded Santa Ana. Passengers battled flooding until pumps failed and a donkey engine kept the ship moving. They beached near Clallam Bay, praising Captain Harriman and applauding the crew with a round robin fundraising effort.
A large West Seattle gathering last night discussed tomorrow's vote on ratifying the street railway sale and annexation. Acting mayor James Cunningham and Seattle officials George Cotterill and City Engineer Thomson addressed the attendees. A pledge to annexation gathered 218 of 243 signatures as proof of resolve.
Spaulding’s request for 915 646 to fund harbor department expenses next year was cut to 7 791 by the finance committee. Cuts also removed a North Seattle gridiron and an Anchorage float, while a Madison street float and a harbor boat engine were approved.
Special to The Star. Mrs O C Pratt wife of a prominent San Francisco attorney and sister of the Moran brothers of Seattle ship builders was burned to death when the Pratt summer home at Novato Cal burned early today Mr Pratt was away at the time and Moran brothers had not been notified by 2 20 this afternoon authorities reported the tragedy follows her illness and retirement last night in Seattle she was well known there and had recently traveled abroad with the children of Robert Pratt
The Salvation Army congress at the First M. E. church ends after three days of sessions. Commissioner Kilbey, over the western territories and Hawaii, compliments Brigadier Jenkins and Seattle corps for good work. Kilney departs today for a tour of Puget Sound cities before returning to Chicago.
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