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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1901
Page
3
A fragment describes a letter signed by a man calling himself Richar the mayor who warns of severe consequences for gambling activity. The message is written across four postal cards and seeks public attention.
Gen. Manager Trowbridge confirms added steamers on the San Francisco route. The J. & Kimball departs today, followed by the Hith, Crarina, and Santa Ana, with service lasting six days each week. Robert Dollar loads lumber at Port Hadiock to form a fourth vessel. Freight and passengers will be carried on this California service.
The collier Edith under Captain Hall arrived this morning from San Francisco and began loading at the Pacific Coast bunkers. The Edith has a capacity of 8660 tons.
Frisco trade expands as Walla Walla and Puebla ships arrive. The City of Puebla departs at noon after docking on the water route, carrying 1465 passengers and 6 first class, while a large share of the Walla Walla’s per cent passenger load favors this city. Travelers enjoy pleasant weather and dock activity remains high.
Capt. J. A. Slarman of the revenue cutter service, formerly stationed at Puget Sound and Moblie, has received orders to report to the cutter Boutwell at Newberg Ale. He is described as well and favorably known.
Pa Coast Co president J G Farrell, after a San Francisco visit, signals possible radical changes to the Seattle to San Francisco Alaskan service. The Queen from Nome may replace the Prisco run, and two of the five Alaska fleet ships could be withdrawn. The slower vessels Al Ki, Charler Nelson, and City of Topeka remain for freighting, with City of Seattle Cottage City to feed the San Francisco line between Puget Sound points. A Puget Sound feeder network aims to move freight via Whatcom, Vancouver, and Anacortes to Umatilla, City of Puebla, Queen, and Walls Walla. Police report James McCann WSS arrested in the lower city.
The St Paul steamship arrives at Frisco with passengers and freight from Beattar tly in San Francisco harbor.
The Mayors Committee appointed to settle the Ironworkers' Strike had not reported by press time. It is expected to draft its report later this afternoon. A new combination chemical engine and hose cart was tested at Engine House No. 3 for the Seattle Fire Department and found satisfactory, intended for Fremont Station.
Louis Howard known as Lame Louie was bound over to the superior court in bonds of 1600 dollars after being found guilty of bunking J Alien out of 100 dollars.
The Economic club holds its next meeting tomorrow evening in Collins hall at James street and Second avenue. Frederick Bauaman and Marshall P. Stafford will debate the topic “Resolved, that the trust is evolutionary and essential to modern industrial and business methods,” followed by a general discussion. The event is open to all.
Marine inspectors Wryant and Cherry visited Quartermaster Harbor to inspect the injured steamer Mackinaw. The vessel, found to have a double bottom, was saved from sinking but sustains serious damage. It will undergo temporary repairs before being sent to San Francisco.
The Kosmos liner Sespatria arrived in Tacoma this afternoon from England via South American ports. It is her first visit to the port and she carries a small Puget Sound cargo while taking a full load for South American destinations aboard the 6800 ton Sesostris.
Addie Gillesepie daughter of William Gillesepie died at 1814 Ninth Avenue this morning from scarlet fever. Funeral will be private. Lirdie Irvin aged five months died at the Washington Children's Home at Green Lake last night.
A jury awarded Drexel 7500 dollars against Great Northern Railway after a verdict in a shielded damage case. Other filings include demurrers in an insurance embezzlement case, wage verdicts for Mary Kyle, injury claims by Joseph Lambert against La Conner Trading Co, and a tour and voyage dispute involving C M Carr and the White Star line. Deeds filed record transfers related to the Beattie Hallway Co. and Seattle Railway Co.
Officer Cameron arrested F Thompson and John Sweeney last night on suspicion. At headquarters razors were found on them and they attempted to dispose of the weapons before capture.
Special Officer Wootery arrested W. W. Hostwick and K. Masuta after a morning dispute about a meal. The incident began when Hostwick allegedly offered a plugged 10-cent piece to Masuta, leading to a fight.
A trunk in the room of C. 8 Mc Guire at 6096 Fliat avenue south was broken open last night. A gold watch and chain were stolen. The police were notified.
Co. W. White, a teameter, was arrested by Officer Carr yesterday afternoon for assaulting Ed. Burke, an expressman. The incident occurred in the afternoon and authorities took White into custody.
Creedes of this city sold a lot at Western avenue and Wall street through John Davia and Co for 17,000 dollars. A one story block stands on part of the property and plans call for immediate improvements and later store buildings. The lot measures 120 by 120 feet. A rear lot was also sold to L. B. Bonnell for 5,800 dollars.
Government figures list bonded debt for four major northwest cities. Portland shows 2.6 billion, Seattle about 2.5 billion, Spokane region figures indicate significant outstanding obligations, with Beattle referencing a similar scale.
The Seattle Bridge Co. yesterday won a contract to build a wharf and warehouse on the waterfront at Battery street foot, in front of four Galbraith Bacon & Co warehouses. The pier will be 270 by 189 feet, costing about $30,000, with work to start within ten days and push to early completion, using piles only to ensure stability.
Bank clearances today totaled 644 dollars with 48.72 dollars in fees. Balances stood at 148,851.43 dollars across accounts.
Mary M Hastings, a slave of morphine, was sentenced to days on Dr De Botos hospital boat this morning. James Kelly a sailor will have a preliminary hearing before Justice Cann this afternoon on a charge of robbing shipmate Pat Kennedy of 11 dollars. The alleged robbery occurred days ago while both were intoxicated. George Nelson a gambler fled his revolver several times on Washington street in an intoxicated state. No one was hurt. James Cody a negro hoving vendor and J C Kelly a laborer were arrested by Officer Uniand for fighting. Henryquez a colored man reported a $5 robbery at the Peoples theater after admitting to buying several rounds of drinks. Police doubt his story.
Two new scarlet fever cases reported to the health board. Victims are Ernest Luft of Til Stewart Street and 9 year old Victor Goutlett of Latona.
The steamer City of Seattle under Capt Connell departs at 9 p m tonight for Juneau Skagway and intermediate points with a full cargo of general merchandise totaling 400 tons and a capacity for 40 passengers.
Assistant Superintendent Flint of Lom An ageless from the salary and allowance bureau and Postmaster Stewart confer in Seattle. Supt. F M Vaille of the railway mail service is also in Seattle to explore improved mail service between Seattle and the Puget Sound navy yard.
Robert L. Day vanished from his room in a Virginia street house after Friday morning leave. He shared the room with H. B. Billa and has not been found since. Police are investigating the case as Seattle Fuel Co issues coal and wood ads nearby.
A Bay City council session heard complaints from Robert F Hooth about destruction of cement sidewalks on Eighteenth avenue by plumbers and teamsters. The incident prompted calls to revoke a plumber license and an investigation by police the license and revenue committee. The baggag e haulers ordinance and permit rules were approved with bonds and fines.
The Hammond Manufacturing Co ships a 16hp steam launch 45 feet long and 19 feet beam to Bea Level mine at Ketchikan. Arrived by Mat car via Northern Pacific, lifted into water by Rapid Transit this morning. The boat will ferry freight and improve mine communications during winter operations.
The marine inspectors suspend Captain John Alwen for ninety days after finding he heeded a statement from Chief Engineer Duncan Cree claiming leaky boilers. Cree is revoked for negligence, while three assistant engineers face censure as Cowardly for signing without regard to consequences.
Jas Gardiner Hutchinson, former first sergeant of Company K twenty ninth regiment, who served in the Philippine campaign, is missing. His family in Tacoma is anxious and the Seattle and Tacoma police are searching for him.
Game Warden Mike Kelly is appointed rear warden for the Seattle chapter of the League of American Sportsmen. President George Shielda announced the official appointment as Kelly aims to build the chapter into one of the strongest in the country.
A civil service examination is in progress in the federal court building today. Nine examinees, mostly women, take the test conducted by the local post office committee in Coalton Seattle Fuel Co carload context.
The advertisement touts daily specials on cough syrups lozenges and powders, plus discounted ladies and children's wear. It lists slippers drawers Petticoats and dresses with heavily reduced prices, along with discounted fabrics, damask, towels, and small kitchen goods for Wednesday.
Travel timetable excerpt lists Northern Pacific routes and connections. Services include Seattle to Tacoma seven daily departures at 7 45 am 9 am 2 pm 7 pm and 9 pm, Sumas to Vancouver two daily, Olympia to Gray's Harbor limited, and connections to Spokane, St Paul, and other points with varying arrival times.
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