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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1901
Page
2
Oct 10 United States Choate states he will not resign as ambassador and remains aligned with the administration on the canal policy he opposes. He reiterates commitment to the current policy and his role in the diplomatic mission.
A patrol near Lipa Batangas repelled rebels as Macabebe forces retreated after a clash on October 10. One Macabebe officer was killed and another officer fell in the fighting.
Paris reports that a Socialist Deputies' declaration links the pending miners strike to a political move against the government. The military has adopted precautionary measures to prevent disorder as miners reportedly hold 12,000 rifles and have arranged with other unions to strike and demonstrate.
Secretary Banks of the board of education announces polls for the school directors election on Saturday Nov 3 will open at 8 am and stay open until 8 pm if needed for workers. Registration closes Oct 23 and cannot be renewed until the day before the election when available.
London dispatches say no confirmation of Russian military activity on the Afghan border. Reports are discounted as diplomatic rendezvous unlikely. Kabul advices allege all is quiet while internal Afghan affairs unfold.
Paris authorities report Jesuits have largely gone into exile following the association bill. Principal refuges include Jersey and Belgium with those remaining entering private homes as tutors.
London dispatch says General Kitchener confirms Botha has crossed the Evaan river north of Upheld and continues to push further northward with movements toward the frontier.
William Tiackman the state labor commissioner plans a campaign against employers who violate the ten hour workday rule for women. He has gathered evidence against several firms and, with help from city labor unions, will reveal results at trials after meetings with labor leaders. He traveled to Tacoma and Olympia to pursue further inquiries.
C H Wells was tried by Judge Geige for a charge of fancy and found guilty. He received a four month sentence in the old chain. Wells was arrested some time ago in an Oregon lodginghouse where a key to the house safe and pawn tickets were found on him.
Oct. 10. General Quentin, a noted Cuban insurgent, has been pardoned after years in prison for defying authorities in the eastern provinces.
Roosevelt announces the appointment of Hendry of Hawaii as the U S marshal for Hawaii, effective immediately, in Washington D C.
Two men, Geo Burns and another defendant, were fined $100 each for petit larceny in a case involving baggage stolen from the Alaska Commercial Hotel. They were ordered to serve their time in the county jail.
Fire last night destroyed Snow sheds station freight and section buildings at Emigrant Gap on the Southern Pacific road delaying traffic. Origin of the fire is under investigation.
Berlin dispatch says the Kaiser endures stress from repeated anarchist threats to him and his family. The report notes royal anxiety over the danger posed by revolutionary agitators and possible attacks.
Boston on October 10 reports Kidder Peabody continues to receive contributions to the Stone ransom fund. Officials fear delays could hinder reaching the target amount despite days of fundraising.
Amsterdam reports today marks the birthday of ex President Kroger with a light health note and birthday wishes echoed in nearby circles.
An explosion at a dynamite factory in Kovatz Servia today killed three people and injured fourteen. The blast halted preparations for a royal reception for the king and queen, and the visit was countermanded.
The Braemar loaded 1200 tons of flour for the Orient and Biberta as a shipment from the port. The collier Hureka arrived in port at San Francisco with red merul cargo.
In London on October 10 Theodore and Laura Jackson alias Heros faced charges of defrauding women by fortune telling. A woman was identified as Annadella Disdebar of America. They led a religious sect Theocratic Unity claiming divine attributes and pressuring girls into misconduct as part of devotion. Prosecution anticipates life terms. many girls testified.
The books will be reopened for three voters who registered today at noon confirming the in person registration period.
The local fleet reports a yeast arrival loading as the Lincolnshire nears Puget Sound via Hingo Japan. The bark Fahrwohl will head to Great Northern elevators in two or three days with a wheat cargo after unloading cement. Wheat shipments from Great Northern elevators and government tonnage on the Dix and Egbert push totals toward 15 000 tons, with over 40 000 tons expected before October.
City Chief Inspector Bishop says the first asphalt block paving cannot finish before November due to brick supply delays. Nineteen blocks are done on Ninth avenue Terry and other streets with sixty six blocks total in three sections. Some blame the Denny Clay Co for brick shortages while others defend the supplier stating bricks are ample now and weather could derail the schedule.
Lorenso Snow, president of the Mormon church, lies at Dee-Tive house surrounded by family in Salt Lake City. Doctors say death could come within hours after a two week illness from bronchitis following a cold. Snow, born Mantau Ohio in 1914, became church president in 1694.
In a head on crash near Lombard Illinois two Chicago and Great Western freight trains collided. Four men died and three were seriously injured. Names listed include engineers and conductors. Missing details suggest full roster of victims and injured is incomplete in the dispatch.
Judge Tallman granted five divorces in a matinee session. William A. Towner and Hester A. Tacoma case ended with a granted divorce amid questions of weariness. A. Vaatman and Edgar Rastman divorced on cruelty and non support after a confrontation leaving a lasting mark. Letla Maud Lesher faced financial strain and heavy housekeeping criticism. Jean Werline received a divorce due to desertion and non support after Dawson years. Gust Grimith Munter aged 69 obtained a divorce from a long marriage amid alleged cruelty and long separation. The judge urged endurance but the petitioner sought liberty.
Mr and Mrs A W Harry of 2310 Madison Street returned to a ransacked home. A window was pried, drawers emptied, bedding tossed, and carpets torn. Only a set of solid silver spoons and a new overcoat were stolen. Detective Sam Corbett investigates as no arrests are yet made. A chamber of commerce meeting plans to discuss buying the Mount McKinney painting.
In San Francisco on October 10 the Episcopal convention elected Gen. W. W. Skiddy as treasurer. The Hawaiian question was sent back to the bishop by the house of deputies without recommendation. Dr. Donald of Massachusetts stirred protests by arguing ordination bars would be needed to administer the Lord’s Supper.
A small pox case was reported this morning on Avenue and Roy streets. The victim is H. P. Weat, 37, with Dr. Carroll, city health officer, taking charge of the case.
The steamship Queen sails for Nome tonight at six, marking not only her final voyage but the fleet’s last. She carries a small cargo and a few head of livestock, with about twenty passengers, many bound to join their husbands.
Tar barrels in the rear ignited early this morning near Stewart and Holmes' drug store, drawing a chemical engine to the scene. Fire head quarters were alerted from Thirtieth Avenue and Blanchard Street. A chimney fire caused the blaze, which was quickly put out.
A new Young Men's Christy Beetle political club organized last Monday outlines six months of weekly meetings. Officers elected, by laws adopted, and a program including lectures on trusts and public issues prepared. Dr J Allen Smith of the State University chairs the first talk on October 15 at the association auditorium. Public invited.
London Oct 10 Gen Puller at banquet partly confirms the tale that after his defeat at Colenzo he heliographed to Gen White at Ladysmith advising destruction of stores and surrender.
Sir Thomas Shaughnessy president of the Canadian Pact is knighted. He is a Milwaukee Wisconsin native and has long been a British subject.
A YMCA basketball game last night between the second and fourth teams ended 11 to 6 in favor of the fourth team. The association plans a series among the remaining teams to determine the second rank. Last night’s game was the series opener.
A new concept called the automatic Walterless restaurant debuts in Buffalo. The shop offers quick service dining with streamlined, self served options for lunch and casual meals in a compact setting.
In Ottumwa Iowa the Western Union Telegraph Co. must pay L C Hendershatt $1675 after a veterinary surgeon failed to reach a doctor in time due to a late telegram. The case, eight years in court, ruled lack of prompt delivery caused Bravo the Wilkesian horse to die from untimely medical aid.
Mary Mannering Hackett and Jas K Hackett paid 54 for shooting reed birds without a license in Delaware. The Hacketts, guests of Alfred Du Pont, were detected by a protective group in the marshes between Wilmington and Chester. Mrs Hackett lacked a license to shoot, and a detective filed charges after the incident.
The City of Seattle plans to sail around 5 o clock with a cargo of general merchandise and homes, aiming to speed freight to Daw son and other destinations. Beattie and City of Topeka also depart in the evening with passengers and cargo, including Pacific Packing & Navigation figures and a San Francisco party headed for the gold fields.
Stevens Post 1 and Sexton Post 163 passed resolutions of regret on McKinley's assassination. A Sept 26 copy was sent to Mrs. McKinley and to President Roosevelt, who replied through Secretary Cortelyou thanking the GAR for their expressions. The letter arrived in P a e a t t r e Mension Wisconsin on October 1, 191?
Lieut. Leiper resumes testimony as Lieut. Commander Schuetse testifies about the naval board chart for the battle near Santiago. He says the chart misrepresented positions and protests the report, aided by Lieut. Commander Wainwright. He notes Brooklyns loop error and details May 30 and 41 blockade conditions with precision. The fleet lay four to eight miles from shore, a distance confirmed by Leiper’s log showing four and a half miles off on May 11.
An obscure listing notes a 7Sc brand children’s rifanoy fold available in small and medium sizes, priced at .89e. The item appears in a compact catalog entry with no additional specifications or context.
A successful entertainment in Ranke hall by Seattle electricians featured a minstrel show with singing and dancing, an exhibition of electrical wonders, a boxing contest, and dancing that lasted until the last car. The event drew a large crowd and was well received.
Harold Smith of the National Bank of Commerce traveled to Spokane yesterday to officiate as best man at the wedding of Orin Ranke a Seattle man and Miss Hoover a Spokane society leader.
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