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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1901
Page
3
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A formal address from the American United League to the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York expresses gratitude for royal support of Anglo American friendship. The message lauds the unity of the empire and republic, aims to promote goodwill, and notes a visit by the royal couple as a symbol of stronger ties between nations. The address is signed by about 100 British American notables in Seattle.
The public free employment office reports 3954 placements in September with 3217 men and 638 women. Labor Commissioner Grout predicts a grand total near two thousand by nightfall, marking the office’s greatest showing. August figures show 3892 placements, with 2992 positions secured. Grout notes two and a half days the office was closed this month and an average of 160 placements daily.
Edward Harriman a bay 15 years old was arrested by Policeman Glass on suspicion of involvement in double charge tricks and baggage robberies. Police report many complaints about youths using unverified expressmen to steal and deliver baggage, with customers often unaware of the workers’ identities. No charges yet filed against Harriman as the investigation widens to break up the ring.
The article recounts Henry Watterson Kentucky editor's legendary appetite. It cites two notable episodes at dinners with massive courses and beverages. Watterson reportedly consumed cheeses bologna sausages beer jack salmon and other fare, then drafted a celebrated editorial afterward.
The Pan American show, a Class circus, performs this afternoon at Athiel's park with another show at 4:15. Doors open at 7:15. Featured acts include elephant Roger over six tons, Terrell diving 100 feet, Edna and Annie Cook bareback riders, Louise Willis singing, and John Christy the tramp. A 20 foot Ferris wheel and revolving trapeze provide novelty before Seattle winter plans.
The Tabernacle Baptist and West Minster Presbyterian churches invite friends of foreign missions to a farewell service for missionaries heading to China. The event at West Minster Presbyterian on Hreadway and Columbia streets begins at 7 90 o'clock. Rev A W Lawerquist and four children lead, joined by Rev W Keight and family, Miss Mil ter Bengston Waters, and Rev Arthur G Shorrock of the Pagliah Haptha Mission. The gathering honors heroic servants of Christ and supports evangelization in China.
Admiral Evane states the fleet lay seven to eight miles from shore both day and night. He was informed of the Cienfuegos code but withheld it from Schley believing signals would not be needed from a junior officer. Captain Chedwith of Sarmpaon's fleet provided him details earlier.
The Seattle fire department logged nine calls in September with three false alarms. Most incidents affected small fires in residences and the manufacturing district. Chief Cook projected total losses under 600, and touted improved department readiness with upcoming possible enhancements. Money doubled in acquiring Interstate Fisheries stock at Greyhound dock.
Rev A G Shorrock, visiting his brother in law, spoke at Westminster Church on mission work in China. He vivid described difficulties faced by missionaries, briefly noted Boxer outrages, praised Chinese converts during the Paté trouble, and recounted his coastward teaching experiences amid the Boger uprising.
In a Portland style tale Mark Freeman of the Seattle police fled during a dusk patrol near Port Fingter Fort. Hubbard remained at the ship and later identified Freeman as a fellow Beattle officer causing a search by privates led by Sergeant Daty. Freeman later emerged claiming a bad night at the police headquarters.
The Rainier with 1400 tons from San Francisco could not carry all freight, prompting Pollard Steamship Co to send the Coronado on October 2 to relieve overflow. Jerese sails from Astoria for Lynn Canal repairs, carrying 50,000 pounds of fish and 75 ton burden. Dirigo ready to sail for Lynn Canal tonight with 800 tons general cargo, 148 cattle, 50 tons gasoline, no passengers. Umatilla and other ships await further orders.
A Western rancher arrives at a glittering New York hotel and resists being singled out by hotel staff. The scene centers on a staffer pressing to page the guest by name or number as the cowboy asserts his own plan and declares he will handle the situation in his own way.
The Memphis carries 2,000 tons of wheat flour and lumber and sails for South America under Captain Hansen. The Army transport arrives from dry docks to dock at Arlington for Heffernan Iron works repairs. Tampico will dock for extensive repairs. Meteor will take Tampico cargo. Cyhound ties up. City of Everett takes a run.
A drunken man caused a disturbance at the German Bakery on Second Avenue last evening. He was ejected by the shop’s employer twice, and no arrests were made.
The machine shop presented a handsome scene this morning with Superintendent Gerald Frink-Yenned overseeing and several apprentices handling expert work. The few machinists appeared cheerful and optimistic about expanding their workforce.
The text shows a partial sentence about fewer people available by degrees to undertake repair work offered to the shop. It indicates reduced workforce and incomplete description of the repair task.
A gentleman who saw the new wall in the gallery at the Grand Opera House on Friday evening is asked to communicate or leave an address with Geo W Dickinson at Fifth and Pine streets. Phone Main 200.
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