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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1901
Page
1
Oct 10 United States Choate remains in accord with the administration over canal policy and will not accept a Bos ton ambassadorship resignation. Choate says he is in agreement with administration and will stay in support of policy despite possible vacancies.
A force clashed with rebels near Lipa Batangas on October 10 with Macabebe troops retreating after officers fell, including a superior officer killed in the engagement.
Gen Quentin, the noted Cuban insurrect, was pardoned on October 10. Bandero remained in prison after defying authorities in the eastern provinces.
President Roosevelt names Hendry of Hawaii to the post of U S marshal for the territory of Hawaii as of today in Washington. The appointment follows standard procedure and places Hendry in charge of federal law enforcement in the islands.
Defendants Rees and Burns paid $100 each this morning after charges of petty larceny for stealing clothing and baggage from the Alaska Commercial Hotel. County authorities report the incident and suspect further involvement.
Fire destroyed the snow tire station and freight facility at Emigrant Gap on Pacific Road last night. The blaze delayed operations as investigators seek the cause of the fire and identify the origin of the flames.
Oct 10 report states Kaiser is beset by anxiety and repeated threats from anarchists. The article notes fear among Kaiser and his associates as threats persist.
Boston readers report Kinder Pea Co continued to donate to the Stone ransom fund in small sums. Authorities fear a delayed or insufficient response may jeopardize the required restitution despite ongoing contributions.
An item notes a birthday celebration in Amsterdam disrupted by President Kruger’s ill health. The fragment mentions Renan and a bone issue, with unclear context and garbled dates. Further readable details are sparse.
A dynamite blast at a Servian factory interrupted a planned king and queen reception. The explosion killed several persons and left 14 others injured as the royal visit was canceled.
Steamship Braemar completed a four shipment cargo at the Centennial port this morning and sailed that night. The Orient and Siberia floor pin yard special and a collier Wuren arrived in port for Francisco for the morning loading.
Paris October 10. Socialist Deputy Party claims the miners' strike will become a political strike against the government. The military takes precautionary steps to prevent possible socialist-led revolution. The miners reportedly hold 12,000 rifles and have allied with other unions to join demonstrations and strikes.
Notice from Secretary Banks of the board of education that the poll for the election of school directors on Saturday November 3 will be open 3 a m to 7 p m instead of 4 p m. The change aids working men. The registration book closes October 22 and cannot be registered again until the day before the election.
All Quiet London reports no confirmation of Russian military activity on the Afghan border. Dispatches say Russia will wait as internal Afghan affairs unfold. Late cables from Cabul note the situation remains quiet.
Government reports 48 Jesuit workers expelled or departed, with the order virtually vanished from France. Remaining members have dispersed into private households as tutors while those leaving seek refuge in Jersey and Belgium.
London dispatch reports General Botha has crossed the Ewaan river north of Upheid and is moving further northward, as updated by Lord Kitchener. The advance signals continued British strategic pressure and potential shifts in the campaign.
Labor Commissioner Blackman says he will enforce estate law restricting women’s work beyond ten hours daily. He has collected evidence against several firms and, aided by city labor unions, plans prosecutions. He travels to Tacoma and Olympia for upcoming conferences and disclosures.
C. H. Welle was tried by Judge George on the charge of ney and found guilty. He was sentenced to four months in the city jail. Welle was arrested in Wake, Oregon, and a key to the house safe along with pawn tickets were found on him.
London reports Theodore and Laura Jackson alias Heros face charges of defrauding women by fortune telling. Annadella Disdebar of America is identified as a key witness. The Theocratic Unity sect allegedly induced girls into immoral acts as part of religious devotion. Prosecution plans charges of procuring girls and criminal assault. Courtroom filled with female witnesses.
The books will reopen for one to three voters who registered today at noon, expanding the list of eligible electors. The update indicates a brief registration window and emphasizes the current turnout.
The Lincolnshire, captained by wen, chartered by Roger Soll & Co, sails from this port with 49 tons of wheat for Great Britain, the largest single cargo this year. The ship lies at present in the stream, moving to Smith Cove for loading before Puget Sound and Japan. The Fahrwohl will join the export run, heading to the Great Northern elevators after unloading cement, as grain shipments surge toward 40 000 tons this month despite export trade constraints.
The first hill paving will miss the scheduled date with completion not before November. City Inspector Bishop cites brick supply delays from Denny Clay Co as the main hold up, noting nine blocks completed across Ninth Avenue Terry Avenue and Madison Street.
Lorenzo Snow, president of the Mormon church, lies at Hee-Hive house in Salt Lake City surrounded by family. Doctors say death is likely within hours after a two week illness that began with a cold and bronchitis, with Snow born in Mantua Ohio in 1814 and made church president in 184?
In a head on collision between two Chicago and Great Western freight trains near Lombard Illinois in the morning four men were killed and three seriously injured The dead are Chas Andrews engineer W N Glenn brakeman A D Mather fireman Horn fireman The seriously injured are A J Deegan conductor W A Tivrady engineer John Coughlin brakeman
Judge Tallman granted five divorces in a session described as a marathon of separations. William A Towner and Hester A Townsend faced dissolution amid ambiguous Tacoma ties. Nancy Eastman and Edgar Eastman split over cruelty and non support after a confrontation leaving a facial mark. Leila Lesher separated from Philip Lesher amid strict rent and household strain. Jean Werline divorced J C Werline for desertion and non support after Dawson lodging and Nome departures. Gem Pretty Hunter received a divorce after nearly five decades of marriage amid claims of cruelty. The proceedings ended with the patriarch seeking freedom after long endurance.
Mr and Mrs A W Marry on Madison Street returned home to find their house ransacked with drawers opened bedding torn carpets pulled up and a side window pried open. Detectives investigated noting an experienced burglar left only a set of solid silver spoons and a new overcoat missing. No arrests yet. A meeting of the committee chaired by H L Steer at the chamber of commerce discusses offering a portrait of McKinley.
In San Francisco on October 10 the Episcopal convention elected William W. Treasurer of the convention. A Hawaiian questioned matter was sent to the bishops and then to the committee on dioceses. Dr. Donald of Massachusetts caused a stir by opposing ordination to administer the sacrament. Protests followed.
A smallpox case was reported this morning at Hth Avenue and Roy Streets. The patient is H. P. West, 37, with Dr. Carroll, the city health officer, in charge of the case.
The Queen will leave on her final voyage to Nome tonight with a small cargo and a few head of livestock. About twenty passengers, nearly all women, head to join their husbands ahead of the journey.
Tar barrels in the rear ignited at Stewart and Holmes drug store this morning, prompting a chemical engine response. Fire crews quickly extinguished the flames after a call to headquarters from Thirtieth Avenue and Blancherd Street, with the blaze traced to a chimney.
The Burderous Y M C A political club adopted a constitution and by laws, elected officers, and outlined a six month program of weekly meetings. Lectures by prominent men will cover political and economic issues, with public debate and a monthly luncheon. Dr J Allen Smith will speak on Trusts on October 15 in the association auditorium at 4 30.
Gen. Buller at a London banquet partially confirms sending a heliograph to Gen. White at Ladysmith advising him to destroy stores and surrender after his defeat at Colonno.
Sir Thomas Shaughnessy president of the Canadian Pacific has been knighted. He is a native of Milwaukee Wisconsin and has been a British subject for many years.
A Y M C A game last night between the second and fourth teams ended with the fourth team winning 11 to 6. The association plans a series to determine second place, with last night’s contest marking the opening match in the series.
A new automatic Walterless restaurant has debuted in Buffalo, marking a unique dining option in the city. The feature draws attention for its automated service and streamlined cafe lines, appealing to locals seeking quick meals.
In Ottumwa, Iowa, a case against the Western Union Telegraph Co. concludes after eight years, awarding L. C. Henderhart, an Ottumwa attorney, 1675 dollars for the loss of Hravo a Wilkes stallion. The court rules the vet should have received the message in time for prompt treatment at Red Rick race track. The Buenos Aires paper note mentions a free daily medical and legal advice room.
Mary Mannering Hackett and Jas K Hackett were fined 56 dollars in Wilmington Delaware after illegally shooting reed birds without licenses. A Delaware Game Protective detective confronted them near the river between here and Chester, leading to charges and payment of the fine.
Two sailings for Skagway are announced this evening by Josie Coast Steamship Co. The City of Seattle departs with general merchandise and a few passengers, while the City of Topeka follows with a heavy cargo and a small passenger list. Local agents and investors accompany northward in pursuit of freight and fishing interests.
Local G A R chapters Stevens Post No 1 and Sexton Post No 163 passed resolutions of regret on President McKinley’s assassination. A reply dated October 1901 from President Roosevelt, via secretary Geo B Cortelyou, thanked the groups and acknowledged the receipt of the resolutions and enclosure.
Lieut. Leiper resumes testimony as Lieut. Commander Schuetse testifies on naval board plots for the battle. He says charts misrepresent positions and protests the report yet accepts it under pressure. He notes Brooklyns loop error and details blockade conditions before Santiago and offshore distances. Leiper’s log shows 44 miles off shore May 41 and calls night maneuvers a partial reconnoissance.
A successful show in Ranke hall by Beattie’s electrical workers featured a minstrel program with local electricians singing and dancing, plus an electricity exhibition that delighted the audience. A brief boxing match preceded dancing as the crowd remained substantial all night.
Harold Smith of the National Bank of Commerce traveled to Spokane yesterday and officiated as best man at the wedding of Orin Ranke, a Seattle man, and Mise Hoover, a Spokane society leader.
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