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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1905
Page
7
Washington October 14 The settlement of the American crisis with Venezuela may be achieved by France. The ultimatum has been ready for a week but is pending further talks between the French embassy and the state department. Judge Calhoun says Caracas presents no insurmountable barrier to a settlement.
The bark Nicholas Thayer arrived in Seattle after a stormy voyage home on Friday with three sails ripped from the mast. Captain Johnson reports heavy weather all the way, the ship sailed from Nome with a few tons of supplies but discharged none at Kuskokwim Bay, proceeding to Seattle in ballast.
In North Yakima a confrontation erupts as North Coast Railway enforces work to grade a bluff along a contested route. The Edward’s Place area within eleven miles of Yakima becomes a focal point as both lines secure rights through key land tracts.
A Portland fair building named the Mrs building burned completely Friday. The fire left the venue’s fish displays destroyed and the structure reduced to ashes. An electrician, named Jotes, attempted to reach the fire and fell through a floor while climbing to wires, but no other casualties were reported.
Tacoma voters show growing interest as candidates multiply days before the election. Local observers note a flood of contenders, with eight to twelve hopefuls entering the field, signaling an unsettled campaign climate.
Painter Carnahan faces charges after a formal complaint alleges he misused funds totaling $125. Patrolman Shoagenht reports the incident occurred one Friday night in the New s block where Carnahan rents space for his work. The allegation states Carnahan used the funds for his own purposes.
Three city schools will open at night starting next Monday to provide evening instruction throughout the winter. The BF Day Central schools will host the sessions.
Police think a man named Mullen is involved in multiple robberies noted recently. Mullen denies guilt claiming he is a clerk. Caine, head of a navigation firm, returned to Seattle and plans to ship steamers Buck Watton via a route to Seattle.
Sir Henry Irving dies in Bradford hotel room at 11:20 after starring in Becket. Bram Stoker and friends present. health had warned of early end. Manager Charles Frohman recalls career and American ties. Irving praised as England’s greatest actor and a beloved figure in both nations. Born 1838 Keinton, rise from clerk to knighted stage icon. famed for Shakespeare roles and grand productions. funeral expected to be among the era’s most impressive.
Christina Hawes, 13, daughter of F. M. Hawes, vanished after being seen near Denby School at 5:30 PM Wednesday. Police fear mental disturbance. relatives describe a wild look and a red dress with a gray cap. Search efforts yield no leads as authorities warn of possible danger.
A committee to investigate charges of unprofessional conduct against George B. Cole and John C. Murphy was appointed by William Wray and J. W. Burney in the divorce case of Vera Beatrice Gates and William Gates. President Jacobs of the King County Bar Association praised the fearless and able panel consisting of Robert H. Lindsay as chairman, James McNeay, J. T. Ronald, J. B. Metcalfe and J. W. Rayburn.
Prominent business leaders in Seattle credit the Portland Lewis and Clark Exposition with boosting Seattle’s economy and regional publicity. They note increased steamer traffic and inland investment, while police officials warn the fair may attract petty criminals and vagrants after its close.
Miss Grey laments the lack of gallantry on Seattle streetcars after three crowded rides. She notes a lone salesman offering help, while others hog seats and flirt, and she vows to quit if the editor demands another attempt.
Ballard resident Ballard was taken to the county jail Saturday morning after a disturbance at the Colorado restaurant. He had been found intoxicated last Thursday and armed with a pistol while roaming the town with an intent to "wheoting the place up." Pastor N. Manton of the Ballard Christian church learned Friday of his mother’s death in Portland and departed for the city Friday night to attend the burial.
Great Northern confirms continued colonist rate policy to settle the northwest. New schedules apply for spring and fall seasons with specific travel windows and reduced fares from St. Paul and Chicago to Spokane, reflecting a plan to accelerate settlement.
Fare notes show travel from St. Louis to the coast at $33 and $30 quoted in the passage. The excerpt lists coastal destinations with price points, highlighting varied rates.
Brownsville Pa Oct 14 Six men remain imprisoned in the Frederickton mine after yesterday's explosion. Rescue efforts continue as crews seek to determine the fate of the trapped workers amid dangerous conditions and smoke.
Belle Miller was granted a divorce from Frank Miller by Judge Frater in the superior court on Saturday, on grounds of abandonment and non support. New Orleans reports six new yellow fever cases and one death at noon.
Major Glassford of the United States signal corps issued new orders for operators in the north to report all passing vessels to the Seattle office. Dispatches show Alaska Steamship Company vessel arrivals at Juneau Nome Skagway including Olympia Oregon and City of Seattle with times and dates in October and Saturday morning passages.
Susan Gingras testified before Deputy Prosecutor Fiham on Saturday about a complaint charging John Doe Shippard with assault and battery during a rental dispute. Warrant issued for Shippard while Chief Deputy John Miller widens probe into Bert Connor and W A McQuillan on false pretence charges and promises to dismantle the green goods ring. First Church of Christ Scientist service schedule listed at 12th Sixth Street with morning and evening sessions.
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