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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1902
Page
3
A fragmented report notes that a bulldog named Sport and a search by authorities led to the recovery of Master Mills' diamonds after a missing rings incident. Details remain unclear due to damaged text.
Mrs. Milla told hotel boarders that she recovered her three rings after a dog swallowed them. A veterinarian used X rays to locate the rings, and the dog was made to disgorge to reveal their location. Fletcher & Carpenter, really bar ning only
The Pocahontas Colliery Company's leading mine in Cooper West Virginia erupted into flames this morning and spread danger. Firefighters and guards pursued strikers after an entry on the Virginia side was used to start the blaze. An earlier explosion nine months ago had killed many miners at this mine.
The Retail Butchers Association met at Manront hall and decided to buy Frye Bruhn meat while adopting a neutral stance toward striking Frye Bruhn employees. No Frye Bruhn cuts are in markets today, though meat shipments may begin tomorrow depending on union decisions. A five member W C L A committee presented strike views but retailers rejected it. About 108 butcher shops exist in the city and suburbs, with 26 in the Retail Butchers Association. non member shops attended the meeting. Frye Bruhn offered to end the cook house and reinstate all non striking workers who had not voted to strike, which remains unaccepted.
Sacramento dispatch reports the California Democratic state convention began to nominate leading candidates for state and congressional offices. Franklin Lane of San Francisco and ex-Gov Geary were discussed for governor with Budd and Te land possible, George Patton to chair after a withdrawal by Cochrane. Five hundred fifty delegates attend.
Anacortes city marshal EB L Rowland shot an unknown Siwash during a disorderly conduct arrest. The assailants resisted with knives, wounding the marshal and his clothing. the wounded Indian died later. Another marshal sustained a light cut to the right side.
Paris dispatch reports Fort de France cable saying more than 1000 people were killed and several hundred injured by the Mont Pelee eruption on Saturday, with widespread destruction and fear across the region.
Peter Mortensen, convicted of murdering James Hay to obtain a receipt for a $3,800 debt, was sentenced to death. He chose shooting over hanging and will be executed on September 17. The Utah law allows either method.
Henry Henkle Michael Cohen and A Cohen were released on 1000 bail each for receiving goods stolen by J Munroe Preston from Seattle houses. Henkle had 200 bail earlier and it was raised. Wesley Adama remains in custody. All charged in Justice Cann's court.
Early today at 3 45 Mr B Smith of 1414 Beat Fir street reports an attempted burglary. After a kitchen noise he fired through a window as a thief climbed over a fence and fled up Fifteenth avenue. The crime was not reported to police. Rev Mark Scott faces charges of criminal assault against a congregation member.
Attorney Wil Tha appeared for the defendant and secured a continuance until next Friday morning.
William F. Howe of Howe & Hummel, world famous criminal lawyer, died at noon today in New York of heart failure. He was 84 years old.
The following main licenses have been issued: J. K. Courtney age 4? of Seattie and Annie McSherson age 31 of Seattie. Mike Reardon age 49 and Nellie Mc Cann age 36 of Beatie. Paul Paulson age 10 and Minnie Boyes age 26 of Silverdale. Edward Graves age 24 of Beattie and Nellie Brown age 24 of Portland.
Chicago report details an ongoing grand jury inquiry into alleged tax frauds linked to the Masonic Temple Association and other large enterprises. Judge Lretange cites a supposed organized scheme to skim funds from schools libraries and public institutions, with the Masonic Temple assessment totaling about $26,000.
Great Northern Northern Pacific and Columbia Puget Sound request city council franchises to build a large tunnel under the city plus depot and terminal improvements. They plan viaducts at each end near Manhattan Street north and Connecticut Walker streets south and seek vacating end streets. Details include route track plans grades and terminal needs with immediate council action promised.
The Spokane arrived from Lyne canal on the Pacific Coast with 114 fret class passengers including 36 women. It carried $122,0900 in gold and about $15,000 in private pockets. Cargo included 12,000 cases of salmon, 104 tons of guano, and provisions for the P. P. and N. and Thitoket Packing Co. of San Francisco. The maiden Alaskan run proved pleasant, departing Skagway August 29.
The Prohibition state convention convened at 1 pm in Little’s hall with A. B. Dunlap giving the opening address. J. A. Campbell was elected literary chairman and M. Fowler of Orting named temporary secretary. A platform committee was created including G. M. Gilasa C. L. Hag ard G. M. Adama John Melvin and ref A. H. Stilwell. Dudley Whitfield and Owens named credentials committee. Kohn Dunlap and Bherwood named nominating committee for state central committee. A 5 45 recess followed.
James Hamilton Lewis of the firm Lewis and Hardin intervened to settle a garnishment and attachment that threatened Jabour's Oriental circus in Portland. Sheriff Cudihee and Deputy Nelson executed the writ, detaining animals and troupe until a deposit covered a $600 claim plus interest, after which the show resumed on schedule.
Captain Dreilick of the Bald win expedition accuses American explorer Baldwin of failure due to friction with Captain Johansen. He alleges Baldwin knew little of navigation and interfered, leading to mistreatment of the crew. Johansen was discharged after a dispute over a contract with the outfitters.
The Seattle athletic club and King County baseball teams meet tomorrow at Athletic park. Prosecuting Attorney Putton and attorney Will Morris are slated to play. The game starts at 3 o clock and admission is free.
A memorial banquet for Henry George will be held tonight at the Rainier Grand hotel. Dr. David De Beck will direct the program and serve as toast master, with a series of toasts planned.
Two deeds recorded in King County transfer vast tracts from Northern Pacific Railway Co to Weyerhaeuser Timber Co. The first, dated Jan 31 1900, covers 116,602 acres for 699,612.10. the second, dated July 17 1902, covers 20,258.05 acres for 121,548.30. Both deeds bear President Mellen’s signature.
Victoria beat Seattle 144 to 104 at the cricket grounds near Columbia in the series finale. L. W. York scored a record 81 as crowds gathered for the last match and Teawaa served in the clubhouse at 5 o'clock.
Ida Link lodges a complaint in Justice Cann's court this morning charging Sadie Wadeworth her neighbor with assault and battery. The women reside on Aldip Street near Seventh Avenue. Dance Ranke hall hosts a night event tonight with ladies free and men 260.
The Star newsboys travel to Bremerton next Sunday for a naval visit and a day of athletic events. Activities include 100 yard races, a pie eating contest, a greased pig race, and a quick-dressing relay. Prizes go to top finishers including cash rewards, with festive pie themes and costumes throughout the event.
Fire Marshal Kellogg files with the city clerk a August report showing a large fire loss in the past nine days. The Bryant Lumber Company mill fire at Fremont in late July is included, but Diamond Ice and Cold Storage and the Arlington hotel losses are excluded due to no adjustment.
The monthly fire report totals are slightly lower than actual figures. Estimated losses total 90 660 with insurance at 44 200. The department responded to all alarms including the Independent Brewery fire with an incendiary origin and a total loss of 60 000.
Beattie Humane Society members vow action to stop pernicious literature for boys and plan to draft a bill by Roger Green and Henry Hartman preventing sales to minors. They also push for a stronger cigarette bill, criticizing youths exploiting installment plans to obtain cigarettes locally.
Rear Admiral Yates Sterling relieves Captain Burwell at Puget Sound navy yard and assigns Burwell to command the battleship Oregon on departure while Captain Eaton departs East for new orders. Sterling’s appointment signals the yard’s rising status on the Pacific coast and recalls his prior sea duty during the Spanish American War. At Rival Clothing Company crowds filled tables all day Saturday with large sal es as items marked and sold at half price.
Ten thousand people enjoyed a Union sponsored Labor Day picnic at Woodland Park under Western Central Union auspices. The day featured family activities, band music, a grand ball, and baseball games, with the plumbers defeating the cooks and waiters 15 to 1 to claim the championship. One minor injury occurred when Louis Lund was squeezed by two cars. he was taken to Seattle General Hospital.
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