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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1902

Page

3

Women Ordered From Savoy Bar by City Official

Councilman Kiser, leading the police and revenue committee, demanded the women leave the Savoy saloon after reports of intoxicated patrons near the bar. He warned of investigation and possible enforcement if the alleged agreement tied to Moore’s license is proven, while Williams and Zanfreila may continue under Moore’s license.

Kiser Police, Nee and Revenue Committee Runtio Savoy Wetoriour Comptroller's Office Eee Moore Kistler William & Zanfrella Bavoy Williame & Zantrella Williams & Zanfreila Kietler

City unveils new pesthouse hospital for infectious diseases

The city opened a brand new pesthouse labeled as a hospital for infectious diseases but has had no patients to occupy it. Two patients were kept in the old leaky facility and discharged today, after being moved through the new ward. City Physician Carroll affirmed the facility is now prepared for all comers with modern plumbing and amenities.

Carroll

Thief Captured After Chase at Fourth Avenue Corner

Stewart joined the pursuit with a companion and helped pin the thief near Pike Street. The escape partner fled as two men tackled the suspect. Judge Tallman committed D. W. Knight to the insane asylum, while a young woman remains unresponsive after several days of silence despite treatment.

Stewart Fourth Avenue Pike Street D. W. Knight

Towle Sues Bumaon Mill for $910000 Damages

Albert Towle sues Bumaon Mill Co for 910000 damages alleging injury from an accident caused by the company's carelessness. Jury trial asked in the superior court with Judge Mateh overseeing.

Albert Towle Bumaon Mill Compan Mateh

Boodler Edmund Jerach Convicted of Perjury in Bribery Case

Edmund Jerach former member of the house delegates was found guilty of perjury in bribery cases and sentenced to five years in prison. The jury reached a verdict after 19 minutes.

Louie Edmund Jerach House Delegates

Old suit on trial for $12000 in injuries

G W Beal seeks 12000 damages from the city of Beattie in Superior Court Judge Peli’s court. Beal contends a steam boiler explosion under the sidewalk at Holden Moran’s on Washington street on March 15 caused his injuries. He alleges city negligence in permitting the boiler installation.

Beal Holden & Moran Acioon Washington Street

Edward Grete v Pacific Coast Company Suit Hearing

In the superior court today Special Judge Hatch hears the lawsuit Edward Grete v Pacific Coast Company.

Edward Grete Va Pacific Coast Company Hatch

Electrical cable line finished at Bamfield in British Columbia

Victoria reporters say Pacific cable experts completed the saana line at Bamfield and expect the line to be taken over from the contractors tonight in British Columbia.

Victoria B. C Pacific Cable Saana Bamfield

Manassas Visit Highlights Civil War Battlefields

An official visit to Manassas by Washington figures including Surgeon General Rixey and Secretary Cortelyou aims to outline a two day outing. The trip focuses on touring the Civil War battlefield near Manassas and related historic sites.

Washington, D. C Roosevelt Meeranaay Lees Root Rixey Sotary Cortelyou

Uncertain Fate of the Warren as Transfer Decision Looms

The Warren, a modern steamship with oats and hay cargo, may be transferred from the War Office to the Navy for training or as a transport or kept in war service. Officials in Washington weigh options while the ship lies idle at dock near San Francisco, with 70 crew drawing pay and cargo awaiting discharge.

Fort Iy Army Ashington Warren Navy Department War Office Mont Potite Peaes San Francisco Samie

Stella Bowman Sentenced One Year For Robbery

Stella Bowman the colored girl recently convicted in the superior court of robbing Captain Samuel Stewart of 137 dollars was sentenced by Judge Griffin to one year in the jail. John Kessler and Jesse Bartlett who pleaded guilty to holding up John Michael near Black Diamond were each sentenced to four years. G. W. Bush convicted of burglary received two years.

Stella Bowman Samuel Stewart Griffin John Kessler Jesse Bartlett John. Michael Black Diamond G. W. Bush

Well Dressed Larcenist Caught In Act On Pike Street

Frank Stewart a well dressed man was held by citizens after stealing shoes from Wallin Nordstrom at 718 Pike Street. A brief chase ended with Stewart turned over to police and jailed on petty larceny charges. He claims to have a wife and family depending on him for support. The incident happened shortly before noon today.

Frank Stewart Pike Street Noom Steo Atore of Wallin & Nordstrom Stewart Tom Morris G. Reiff Beattie Wilson Carr

Fanatical Pilgrims Near Yorkton Route to Winnipeg

The wandering Doukhobors are about 30 miles from Yorkton en route to Winnipeg. They are in a terrible state from hunger after a long march. Mounted police have been fed and will follow the Zealots. If unhindered the pilgrims may move south into the United States.

Yorkton Assinniboia Winnipeg United States

October Fire Losses Reported for Beattie Residents

Fire Marshal Kellogg presents October fire losses in Beattie highlighting the Preston residence blaze on October 1 as the sole reported incident for the month.

Kellogg Cmal Jenses Beattie Preston

Riot Leaders Mc 2m and Groweman Sentenced in Patterson

Wm Mc 2 m an English anarchist and uddiph Groweman a New York anarchist were convicted of riot and malicious mischief as leaders of the June silk mill disturbances. They received ten years in the penitentiary with bail set at 5000 dollars pending Supreme Court review.

Convention of Workingmen to Meet in Seattle

State Federation of Labor led by a Black president announces the annual convention in Seattle January 5 6 and 7 at Elke hall Colemans block with about 300 delegates expected. Whitney reports rapid growth from 140 unions to over 260 this year and projected enrollments beyond 906 unions by year end. Laundry workers in Seattle join with the International Union of Shirtee and Laundry workers. Whitney reports recent organizing in Everett and Aberdeen and notes Portland hosts the international union headquarters.

Blackman State Federation of Labor Seattle Elke’ Hall Colemans Block American Federation of Labor Whitney Everett Aberdeen International Union Portland

Desperado Larsh Escapes and Remains at Large

Cheyenne October 31 authorities hunt the Insane Desperado Tom Larsh who tore down the cell bars and escaped. Fear of a new Harry Tracy style spree. A large reward is offered for his capture.

Cheyenne Tom Larsh Harry Tracy Larsh

Redmond sails for England as Dillon and Davitt stay home

John Redmond and family departed New York for England today. John Dillon and Michael Davitt will remain in the United States until Christmas. The burial of Mrs Carrie B Friend was held at Bonney and Stewart parlors with Rev Joseph overseeing services. Interment followed at Hills of Eternity cemetery.

New York John Redmond England John Dillon Michael Davitt Friend Carrie B. Friend Bonney & Stewart Joseph Seattle Eternity Cemetery

Relief drive appeals for extra funds in Tacoma

The relief committee named by Gov. McBride to aid forest fire victims in Tacoma says more money is needed. Only 3500 remains to help 890 families as of October 31.

Tacoma The McBride

Defendants in Green Light murder face arraignment

James Tilton William Milton and T Churchill were arraigned in superior court for the Green Light saloon murder of L A Booth. They received 10 days to plead. William Levivon also charged in the killing appeared and was given the same extension. A demurrer to the Information is expected. Reward offered for information leading to arrest and conviction in cable damage case by Sunbet Telephone and Telegraph Company.

James Tilton William Milton T. Churchill L. A. Booth Green Light Superior Court William Levivon Griffin

Knight couple tied the knot aboard Queen tour

H J Knight and his bride arrived in San Francisco aboard the Queen on their wedding tour. The ceremony took place at the Grand Hotel with Judge Hubbard officiating. A lavish reception followed at Capt Hall's residence, highlighting a union of prominent San Francisco families.

H. J. Knight Acne Peckian A Navigation Co San Francisco J. ¢. B. Mubbard Grand Hotel Capt. Hall Knight Anne BK. Dibble

Captain Calls Capital City's Engineer a Hero

Captain Edward of the wrecked Capital City arrived in the city on the Flyer at 2 46 this afternoon. He praised Chief Engineer Scott for staying at his post as the water rose and the ship neared shore. Scott said the water extinguished the fires and the wheel moved for the last time as the liner hit land.

Edward Capital City Ballard Scott

Bitter feeling in Panther Valley over labor leader discrimination

In Tamaqua Pennsylvania on October 11 6 000 miners fear a mass strike as mining officials face labor leaders alleged discrimination. General Schall commands state militia saying troops stay until the dispute is resolved and a larger outbreak is feared if workers quit.

Tamaqua Panther Valley Genewl Schall

Bids Rejected for Fort Lawton Officers Quarters Contract

Bids for seven officers’ quarters at Fort Lawton were rejected as too high by the army quartermaster general. Major Bingham was instructed to readvertise with bids opening November 14. Pettus of San Francisco bid 100 452 but failed to include gun fixtures steam pipes and plumbing. Next lowest bid was 110 000 from W R Nichols of Tacoma.

Fort Lawton Army Bingham West T. A. Pettus San Francisco Pettus W. R. Nichols Tacoma

Wife Slayer Cheerful Despite Murder Charge

Mike Bartlett sits in county jail smiling after being charged with murdering his wife last Monday evening. He spoke of friends visiting him, refused to discuss the case, and said he told relatives of his trouble. He mentions a head wound affecting him slightly but healing.

Mike Bartlett

Young Man Recovers $400 Lost at Post Office

Martin of 614 Weller Street had 400 in the form of certificates of deposit lost while mailing a letter at the post office yesterday. A bystander in the crowd retrieved the envelope containing the papers just as Postmaster Stewart arrived, and the money was restored to him this morning.

Martin Weller Street Stewart

Body of Father McKinnon Returns from Manila

The transport Sheridan arrived in San Francisco with the body of Father McKinnon superintendent of schools at Manila. He was formerly chaplain of the First California volunteers.

San Francisco Sheridan Father McKinnon Manila Ther McKinnon Regiment of the Flest California Volunteers

Attorneys Admit They Held False Charge Against Prosecutor

A. G. Meffride and J. B. McGrew filed an answer admitting they did not know the accusation against Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Frank Griffith to be true. The claim, made in Cann's court on a petition to disbar Griffith for alleged false statements, prompted a hearing in superior court.

A. G. Meffride J. B. McGrew Frank Griffith

Broad and Ryan Fight Tonight at Transport Club

In Chicago at the Transport Athletic Club a six round featherweight bout heats up tonight between Kid Broad of Cleveland and Buddy Ryan of Chicago. Ryan carries more weight but Broad edges ahead in cleverness for a tight matchup.

Chicago Transport Athletic Club Kid" Broad Cleveland Buddy” Ryan Ryan Broad

Loud Fight for California Seat Draws Postal Pressure

Washington dispatch notes a pivotal race in California's fifth congressional district. Debates focus on incumbent Republican Ren Loud and his postal policy stance as Democrats hope to win the seat amid calls for higher postal workers salaries and labor influence.

Washington, D. C Eifth Ofalifornia Conrenenan Ud Laud Conayeg Bure Myfe Spereae Mr. Loud

Marine News and Theatre Teasers From Seattle

Sixteen actors from the Florence Roberts company entertained aboard the northern voyage to Seattle arriving from San Jand co. Seasick passengers after Cape Flattery, Robert Dollar's breakdown delays noted. The Political Minstrels open at Grand Opera house with burlesque of campaign methods and a large chorus.

San Jand#co Florence Roberts Company Cape Flattery Starmi Carrol Island Robert Dollar I Neon Johnson Dollar Grand Opera House Egan Dramatic School Seattle New York

Queen Anne Hill Roadway Proposal Discussed

The council committee on streets continued discussion of a new roadway to the top of Queen Anne Hill. The plan starts at Seventh Avenue with a maximum 7 percent grade. Councilmen Crichton and Parry held up final action to allow residents to weigh in on the proposal.

Council Wew Anne Hill Seventh Avenue Crichton Eighth Ward Parry Queen Anne Crich

Bernstein to Fight Tipman in 20 Round Bout

Baltimore and boxing circles prepare for a 20 round clash as Lee Bernstein faces Joe Tipman tonight under the Eureka athletic club banner. Bernstein, noted for frequent battles in his class, seeks another win in the featured event.

Baltimore Lee Bernstein Joe Tipman Fureka Athletic Club

None More Important Ingot Integrity Of Piano Sales

An ad warns buyers to beware of imitation pianos and promises honest representations. It highlights a large stock of pianos, surplus stock sales at one third to half value, and extensive sheet music discounts with mail order terms and required forms of payment.

D S Johnston Co Advertises Properties and Rentals

D S Johnston Co General Music Dealers at 903 Second Avenue Burke Building lists houses for sale in Cheverdale Addition at $509 per lot with terms, lots by Woodland Park on installments, and a brick building for rent at 600 Denny Way from B A Anderson.

D. S. Johnston CO General Music Dealers Second Avenue Burke Building Cheverdale Addition Woodland Park Brick

Great Sale of Bankrupt Stock at The Outlet Clothing Co

A double force of clerks unpacks and prices the bankrupt stock of men s wear at The Outlet Clothing Co corner of Washington street and Occident al avenue. A New York buyer secured stock at 48 cents on the dollar and next week the entire stock will go on sale. The outlet has made record sales before but this sale promises unmatched quality and quantity at extraordinary prices.

Outlet Clothing Co New York Washington Street Occidental Avenue

Consolidated Furniture Firms Offer 10000 Stock for Public Sale

Great Consolidation. Ried Front and Blue Furniture Co merge and offer 10000 in stock stock of household furnishings cook stoves heaters tinware and more at new addresses on Second Avenue South and First Avenue. Independent services include cleaning dyeing and tailoring with local shops advertised for Madison Street Third Avenue and 1171 Third Avenue. Community notices list real estate listings livestock gear and odd jobs.

Ried Front Blue Furniture Co Second Avenue South Field, Carpenter and Jobber J. Bloom Madison Street

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