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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1901
Page
3
The land near Yesler Way and Seventh South of the courthouse is converted into a small park. Prison labor clears and grades the tract. A hillside slide threat remains and stones are removed to prevent damage to the courthouse. Planting includes grass, flowers, and trees to beautify the area.
Brean Hamilton stands trial with Jeage Griffin on charges of assault with intent to murder. He allegedly fired at Curly Smith, a notorious Tenderloin figure, as two witnesses testify amid courtroom slang and defense by Mawkire. Afro-American Twee Ht. Faben aids the defense.
The dispatch system for Seattle's beacon is near completion and to be put in operation soon. For now telephone the head office at the corner of Fue Street and Fifth Avenue for emergencies or accidents on any line to halt cars and avoid further incidents.
Benjamin Hill a well dressed con man deceived restaurant workers by posing as a generous patron claiming money in the bank and promising future pay. He lured victims with refined manners and good meals before escaping with sums from Manca and others, while a warrant for arrest followed.
The Second Ward committee asked the public works board for a water mains on Rainier, more electric street lights, and grade improvements. The board said bids had been twice advertised with no responses and would re advertise. Grade petitions awaited council action next Monday as the public works department prepared a recommendation.
A report from Queen Anne outlines a request by Crichton of the Eighth Ward to the council committee to consider a tax increase for the coming year. The aim is to fund fire protection improvements and equip fire houses including Anne Hill. The proposal faces scrutiny amid general budget tensions and delays.
Dr Crichton recommends a first class hill station at Galer street and Sixth avenue to avert massive property loss before engines arrive. Chief Cook estimates the cost of building and equipping the station at 19010 with items including a banded house tote engine four horses and new harness and men. Territory examination by Dr Crichton Chief Cook and public works board supports the need for improved fire protection on Queen Anne.
Gustave Hahn aged 15 died at his parents home Mr and Mrs C HM Hahn Fremont this morning of diphtheria. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon.
Residents on the Seattle side accuse a group of hunters of wanton deer slaughter across Lake Washington. Five deer were killed in three days as dogs and oars were used to knock deer in the water. Critics say the practice threatens local wildlife and seeks to exterminate the remaining population.
Commandant Burwell invites the chamber of commerce to visit the navy yard tomorrow to hear the new band in a concert. He will send the government tug to Beattie to convey the party to Bremerton and plans to depart the navy yard at 1:15 PM returning late afternoon.
Rabbi Leo Mannheimer of Cincinnati will occupy the pulpit at Temple de Hirsch this evening as a guest of Rabbi Theodore Joseph. He is touring the United States seeking 500 000 to endow a Hebrew Union college in Cincinnati and says he is meeting with success. He departs Sunday for Portland to speak at a Hanukkah birth meeting after several days in the city. He is a young graduate of Cincinnati College who has spent years abroad studying and speaking.
The Palace Car Special No. 2, a fine new palace car built for Seattle Electric Co., is finished at West street barn and ready for use. It will be rented for excursions and features old oak finish, Brussels carpet, elegant interior, individual chairs, and 15 globe electric lights. Manager Dick inson oversaw finishing. first trip expected Sunday afternoon with Jacob Furth, company president.
State official names Game Warden Michael Kelly deputy commissioner to calm fishermen over positions on White river. Kelly settles the quarrel peacefully. James Murphy sues for divorce from Sophie Murphy on abandonment charges yesterday.
The two year old Charles Richard Rice died last night at the family residence 406 Twentieth avenue. The funeral for Theodore Baasgh will be held from Stutterworth and Sons chapel at 2 pm tomorrow, under the auspices of the local Clear Makers' union. Dancing at Queen Anne Clubhouse Christensen's private school opens Oct. 12 14. We do not give public dances. We teach you how to dance.
Police report extensive vandalism by a crowd of boys and young men at the wedding of Miss Josephine Young and Mr. Oman A. Fransiell at 1702 Thirteenth Avenue South. Tin pans horns bells and horns roared as guests and hosts attempted to quiet the disturbance. a police call followed and the officer dispersed the crowd after the hosts fed the youths.
Maj. Cicero Newell guides sheriff to seize Patrick age 10 Leo and Mary Ann 5 from the Quinn family citing parental drunkenness and unfitness. A final hearing is set for November 1 at 9 a.m. to determine long term arrangements.
The article notes dock arrangements caused extra expenses for owners and a shift of Alaska steamers from White Star to Rhineton. Vessels including the Hertha Portland Excelsi or Kimball were affected as Globe line added burden on Pier No 3. Rebuilding Pier No 4 aims to relieve traffic and finish a broken wharf line.
Regner Dahl of P I Nordby & C. reports Capt. B D Young of the Yukon fishing schooner writes of the accidental drowning of George Olsen, a caller aboard. The Yukon sailed from Seattle toward canal fishing grounds when Olsen was left on watch at 3 a.m. and disappeared after the boom swung, with no known family. Brother Peter Olsen, now in Alaska, has been notified.
Captain Chadwick former commander of the New York and Sampson era ship testifies as key witness in the Schley court martial. He says McCalla provided signals code information at Clentue that he did not share with Behley and notes no info on a July 3 enemy move. He objects to Bampoon and the way Schley maintains the Santiago blockade.
The semi annual civil service examination was conducted today at the us eral courtroom by A H Milter. Fourteen applicants were examined for civil service posts including seven for stenographic positions and the rest for tag gers guards watchmen and pres e men. Hiller noted difficulty in securing stenographers on the coast and said salaries are better in government service for beginners. Promotion and permanency in federal service were emphasized.
Minnie Gold obtained a divorce from Abe Goldberg after testimony of abuse and neglect including unworkful conduct and harsh language, corroborated by witnesses. Catheryn Evelyn Protien was divorced from John H Swadhing on failure to support and cruel treatment, with similar accusations against John.
Mrs J A Elwell of 7 Eleventh Avenue North says her 12 year old son ran away this morning. Officer Philbrick and Hubbard arrest a man named H W Chipman on suspicion during the night. An ad notes Interstate Fisheries stock, Greyhound dock, Wetter Springs cures catarrh and stomach issues. An offer lists 1210 First Avenue. A note mentions two days left to ease the modern fighting machine Wisconsin for Samoa. The Inland Flyer ride is promoted.
Freshmen and sophomores prepare for a varsity can rush on campus after a bulletin notice claims the sophomores defeated the freshmen last week. Debating club officers were elected, with Lloyd and Smith noted among speakers, as campus events and prices dominate the day.
A golf tournament is set for next Sunday at the Seattle Golf and Country Club between Beattie and Tacoma clubs. Conditions on the links are reported favorable and several players have shown great form under J. Watson of Los Angeles who recently joined Seattle. Beattie and Tacoma are confident of strong performances.
Listing details for Christensen's private school outlining children's classes for ages 6-10 at 1 p.m. and 10-16 at 2:29 p.m. on Oct 12, advance juvenile and gentleman classes, plus Monday sessions starting Oct 14. Private lessons by appointment at 711 Ninth Avenue. Also advertising umbrella repairs, Hide-on-the- Athton panel rainier, and Meyer photographer at Second and Columbia.
Market notes show watermelons are very cheap with take-away costs exceeding asking prices. Potatoes and other vegetables remain unchanged. Prices for butter and eggs stay firm.
In probate court Raphael Cheadle petitions to be named administrator and special administrator for the Lamar Cheadle estate due to livestock needing immediate care. A separate petition seeks Wahington probate for Alexander Calder will with Duncan McDonald and Rory McDonald as executors. Judge Tallman naturalizes Axel Peterson. Theophilus De Smet is barred for language. John McCarthy stands trial for brass theft from the Great Northern railway.
A compact listing presents varied produce items with unit prices, including bananas, peaches, grapes, potatoes, lettuce, peppers, onions, cabbage, tomatoes, dates, radishes, parsley, cauliflower, and more. The text resembles a market price sheet with odd spellings and misreads.
Preliminary surveys and soundings began for reconstructing the White Star pier under Northern Pacific supervision. The new pier will match the Arlington in size, feature brace piles and stay braces for stability, and provide access despite past collapse disrupting vessels and trade.
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