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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1899
Page
2
Citizens of Seattle resist the Northern Pacific depot that would shut off waterfront access and give the railroad influence over city trade for years. City council is urged to block street closings tied to the depot and protect public interests amid concerns of rising iron and steel prices and potential economic cycles.
An order will suspend nearly all forest supervisors and rangers in Washington and Oregon during winter as Superintendent D B Shetler tours the Olympic mountains. Only a few workers remain none of the men aside from Shetler will be kept. Sheep men prepare to lobby Congress against Hitchcock’s exclusion order with funds raised to press their case.
The American arrived from San Francisco and will return coal to the Golden Gate. The Seattle is due from Lynn Canal tonight and Rosalie will depart northward today carrying a full cargo and several passengers.
Berlin reports that Queen Wilhelmina of Holland is engaged to Prince Frederick Joachim, second son of the Prince Regent Albrecht of Brunswick. The announcement comes as a confirmation of an alliance between the Dutch royal house and Brunswick.
Tonight and Wednesday bring occasional rain for Seattle and surrounding areas with cooler temperatures and unsettled skies. Winds light to moderate as the system passes, with any showers possible along coastal hills.
Secretary Hay reports the Colombia outbreak is not viewed with serious concern. He believes revolutionists will not disrupt the febrile railway traffic and the United States will refrain from active interference unless interference occurs.
Cal Derrick, one of three men who attempted the Sevierville bank robbery, has been brought to Knoxville and jailed without bail. He faces charges of bank robbery and whitecapping under an old law, with rumors of possible rescue by friends.
Ambassador Choate will host a dinner in London tonight to honor ex President Harrison. Guests include Lords Salisbury and Lanedowne and Wolseley, Secretaries Chamberlain and Rayta, and the Archbishop of Canterbury.
An official on international affairs says the United States is unlikely to join future arbitration. He cites the Alaska boundary talks with Great Britain and notes European monarchies influence on arbitrators, risking pro England outcomes without firm U.S. insistence. The piece recalls 1893 Venezuela case pressures and the roles of Senator Macon and Justice Marion.
Clara Ward and her gigey husband, billed as Princess Chimay, arrive in New York for a United States tour with a salary of 10100 a week. The event is tied to a large Academy of Defence meeting featuring speakers from the Royal Geographical Society and others plus musical performances.
The U S transport Thomas, the Anest troopship, left Crampa ship yard for New York to enter dry dock for painting. She will sail to the Philippines in November carrying over 3 000 persons including soldiers and officers. On deck is an ice making plant with two ton daily capacity and equipment for converting salt water to fresh water plus bakery carbonation, laundry and cold storage facilities.
Indianapolis reports Mayor Taggart favored for Democratic National Committee chair, as he wins a third term mayoralty amid a narrow gubernatorial bid. Party allies cite his recent triumph, noting a decisive victory despite Republican strength and a historic landslide context.
The Seattle theater marks the end of a popular engagement for My Friend from India with Walter Perkins in the lead. a well written plot and lively supporting cast garner broad applause. The Olympic theater offers daily clean vaudeville and matinees, while the Third Avenue theater features Jim the Penman before presenting Held by the Enemy. The Ancient Order of United Workmen plans its thirty first anniversary at the Armory with a full program and dance.
Minister Loomis cables from Caracas stating the government has been turned over to Gen. Castro by Acting President Loomis. He says Castro is very popular with the people.
Senator Davis travels to St Paul and reports suggest Congress may delay final disposition of Cuba and the Philippines. The president and most administration Republicans favor keeping Cuba and the Philippines under executive control for now. This view underpins efforts to rally public support for Hawaii and Puerto Rico policy as fate of colonies awaits Congress.
Reports from Duluth say timber speculators now hold the best unsurveyed government pine land in northern Minnesota using forestry scrip. Foresters have paid two to eighty three dollars per acre for the scrip, while pine land is worth at least twenty dollars per acre, signaling large potential profits.
Riddy Mishop aims for George Maker from Balt Lake next month while Baker defeats De Coursey. Lee Argeles, 2 rounds at 145 pounds, with rib injury to Balt Lake City hope. Jackson vs Trimble on a Los Angeles card. A slate of well known boxers, including Burtey, Wright, Godfrey and others, are listed as entrants or contenders. The Seattle event on November 3 at the A C promises strong bouts and a high level of competition.
Sports last night in Tacoma drew a warm crowd as Seattle fighters entertained the City of Destiny. Mickey Welch faced Indian Joes Ovegge with a lively reception, then danced around Prof. Reed for six rounds. The Portland Kid clashed with Young Hill of Victoria, Hill fading in the sixth, ahead of a bout versus Kid Leo on November 3 at the A C.
Secretary Root directed that the Eighth Regiment of Infantry Volunteers be relieved at Fort Thomas Kentucky and proceed on November 7 to San Francisco for embarkation to the Philippines.
An order calls for 400 sailors to man rebuilt gunboats Ita de Luzon Isla de Cuba and Juan de Austria ready next month. The battleship Indiana may be repaired and temporarily out of service while 400 sailors transfer to the Solace and passenger steamers to Mantla to join Watson's squadron.
Tuesday morning reports show mixed activity with most markets steady or edging up. Hutter may advance again this week while Voullry remains overstocked but prices held steady by stock liquidation and storage. Rain dulls activity but dealers expect slight price gains tomorrow or Thursday. Felt market unchanged and poorly stocked.
Seven smallpox suspects reported at Lewiston. Olympia moves to incorporate its chamber of commerce. Spokane Red Cross fund surpasses $2000. Ferry County to assume about $18000 of Stevens County debt. Gov. Rogers receives first copies of Life, his new essays book. Mukilteo enjoys annual boom as salmon run draws 160 to 200 fishermen. Kahn, ex Spokane insurer, accused of forging notes totaling 1500. Knights of Pythias linked to Fighting Firat officers. Snohomish judge fines Beattie attorney $25 and disbars him until payment. Everett forms anti-slot machine league. Marbles and kid games persist on sidewalks and riverfronts.
Gen Otis cables from Washington D C on October 24 reporting insurgents driven from Negros. Byrne’s force killed 14 and captured 13 in one band while native troops killed six in another. no casualties reported.
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