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Newspaper
Coeur Dalene Evening Press
Location
Coeur D´Alene, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1909
Page
1
Thirty people were injured when a balcony railing collapsed at the Seattle Armory during the indoor track meet as runners neared the 10 mile tape. Police and ambulances rushed the wounded to hospitals, with several seriously hurt including James D. Davidson and Jan D. Wilkine.
WASHINGTON May 7 Ex-President Roanvelt’s conservative policy faces a trial as Metened opens discussion on differences between Wilson and Ballinger. They recently clashed over land withdrawal interpretations. Wilton seeks withdrawal of western land and media stations for forest rangers. Hallinger opposes it. Taft orders formal cabinet statements today.
Three land decisions issued by county land officers involve Mae Michardton and John L Whitney in township 66 north range 5 west. Whitney’s entry was canceled for Michardton’s failure to comply with homestead laws, later reinstated, while Whitney’s was canceled. Frank Thayer contested Dol lie F. Grant in township 31 north range 5 west. the officers ruled the contestant failed to prove abandonment. A third case in township 9 north range 5 west involves Mary Smith. charges by a special agent were not sustained and the action was dismissed.
The principal buildings circle the Cascades and Geyser Basin with the Court of Honor in view. To the right stand the Palace of Manufactures the Oriental and Hawaiian Buildings while the left houses the European Exhibits and Alaskan Buildings. In the far center the Central Government looms with an unfinished front as seen on April 16, the heaviest construction area aiming for completion before opening day. Gayner Basin lies in the foreground with steps leading to the Charadon beyond.
Reports describe the execution of Frank Seward at the Idaho penitentiary after a brutal murder in Moscow. Seward, calm to the end, greeted fellow prisoners on the death march and spoke a terse farewell, while awaiting a board of pardons decision that did not come.
Atle Bayly was convicted yesterday of kidnapping Witte Whitla, a boy seized from a Sharon school. The case drew national attention as details emerged of the abduction and the ensuing investigation and trial.
May reports from Washington say Hughes declined the offered post as judge for the western district. A separate morning accident killed Wallace and injured his wife. Wallace was crossing railroad tracks with his ram when struck by a train. The wagon was smashed. Wallace was an Odd Fellows member and leaves a wife and child.
Salem, Ore May T he contract for the first steel building in the city was awarded yesterday. The project marks the firet age story for Salem's skyline with the steel office structure planned at a notable cost and expected to set a new city landmark.
Presenting Attorney George Van Dever announced an official inquiry into the balcony collapse at the Seattle armory. Sixty one people were injured and five possibly fatally, with the incident occurring in May.
In Olympia Washington May City Adjutant General Ortis Hamilton faces embezzlement accusations regarding a military fund. He could not post the requested $10,000 bond after relatives failed to assist and appeals to Portland friends yielded no help.
A court action in the case of Bo Walters versus the Interstate Teleyhoon company seeks recovery of 9100 and additional charges totaling 284 29 for services rendered by Walters and his daughter. The filing names Lindy Knight as appearing for the plaintiff.
Salem Oregon March 7 1925 misread lines announce the appointment of Mearr Remeta Ken K Mingus of Marshield W Evans J Gray of North Bend and W Harris of Bummer as port commissioners for the new port at Coos Bay formed under state legislature. The event marks the first meeting of the newly organized port authority this morning.
Eugene Fortier a Frenchman shot and killed his brother M Portier a Seattle grocer after no warning. Portier fled to a nearby logging camp and killed his brother’s wife. Fortier disappeared into the woods as a posse pursued him. Fortier, 49, had recently indulged heavily in intoxicants. Authorities expect capture soon.
Preliminary examination of A. L. Kate on grand larceny charge heard in probate court this afternoon. Offense alleged as selling mortgaged horses to Schmidt and hindering state officials from proceedings, with Judge McCall presiding.
In Willows, Oregon, capitalists secured a city water and light plant purchase offer of 16,500 dollars. The council approved a 36 year franchise, enabling construction of a mill and use of the plant for a rum plant project amid plans to expand local utilities.
A chicken from Mrs Moseturg’s yard and her friends insist the hen is entitled to the prize at the upcoming poultry show in town. The bird attracts curiosity as fans note its gleaming plumage and poised stance.
Melena May 1. dispatch from here reports James Peabody, an eight year old, allegedly abducted by James Lee from his mother. He arrived at Union Depot to be placed in sheriff custody and returned to the city. The mother claims arrangements were made for the boy’s return, while Lee contends the boy was taken to the depot after being registered to travel.
In Dlymmla Washington a night watchman Dawson shot and killed his wife and a year old daughter then killed himself. He had accused his wife of refusing to remarry and later killed a neighbor before a pistol shot ended the scene at the Three Lakes plant observatory.
Russell, Oscar Bayder, Anna Carpenter and Mary Smith were arrested last night at 725 Second Street by Officers Stesie and Kronblud. The group had been under surveillance for weeks but charges not yet filed. The mother was not present. all four gave bail for appearance as investigators prepare a fuller report.
Portland May 7 The United States marshal to be present with witnesses at the Hallett county court for the trial of Witties Bam Clay an Indian charged with the murder of John Jeesbena on the Springs reservation in a dispute that led to the fatal shooting.
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