04 Apr 1912
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1912
Page
1
A fragment notes a quirky scene with witty players and a hare themed event. The readable text hints at a lighthearted contest or gathering featuring unusual headwear and playful competition. No clear participants or dates are established.
A federal criminal case in Detroit targets thirty two individuals and sixteen corporations for price fixing in enamelled ironware. Separate suits against the Beef Trust date from 1902 and a 1910 action ته against Armour Swift Morris involve cattle kings. Trials occurred in Chicago and Detroit before juries, with potential fines and imprisonment upon conviction.
In Hoquiam and Aberdeen efforts to import workers from Seattle to break a strike drew local protest. Laborers Flynn Hoggat and Morris complained to Hesketh after paying for jobs via Applinger and Pioneer Employment firms. Employers promised to notify Hesketh before sending workers, while city authorities reportedly sought to limit Seattle hiring as tensions rose.
Washington reports flood victims across Illinois Missouri Arkansas and Tennessee with Memphis at 434.10 feet and fears of levee breaks threatening Helena Arkansas. The Ways and Means Committee delays a $250000 relief bill despite bipartisan appeals, hoping water recedes tomorrow to avoid funding.
Beach observers report Cal. P Rodgers died when his plane plunged from 275 feet into shallow water near Long Beach. The collapse of the forward plane caused a 45 degree dive as he shielded his face, neck and back injuries fatal on impact. Mrs. Rodgers collapsed upon hearing the news.
Thos B. Neu dealer and J. H. Beckley fought fifteen gore filled rounds in Irvington at East 15th street and Broadway over an insult to Mrs. Neuhausen. The bout lasted nearly three quarters of an hour with both fighters exhausted and the referee calling it a draw. Mrs. Neuhausen urged her husband on from his corner as bystanders tried to intervene. After the bell,双方 exchanged words to settle later.
A portrait of Mother Jones as she travels across the country aiding coal workers and their families. The narrative praises her compassionate work, vivid reporting for The Star, and the blend of humor and strong passion that marks her life and stories.
Fort Worth Texas April reports Rev J Frank Norris involved in a heated clash with local elites. His church burned twice amid accusations, with attacks on his home and wife’s house. prosecutors pursue perjury charges and an immediate trial looms as tensions rise.
A reader answers a young man earning $18 weekly who asks if marriage and a happy home are possible on that pay. A Quiet Girl praises a sensible, hardworking woman who budgets tightly and values practicality over style, arguing the frugal girl could marry on $18 a week.
The coal miners’ strike ends as leaders call off the nationwide action after canvassing the referendum on continuing the strike. Despite a majority opposing Premier Asquith’s wage bill, two thirds were needed to authorize a strike, so work resumes.
Dr Isaac Funk longtime author and publisher head of Funk and Wagnalle in New York died at his Montclair home from heart failure after a two week illness. He gained fame for his literary and scientific research and his book The Widow's Mite on psychic phenomena stirred wide attention among occult students.
Clarence D Hillman the convicted real estate magnate awaits a two year term to start at McNeils Island on charges of fraudulent uses. The circuit court writ has been delayed pending Justice Department guidance from Washington and will likely arrive next week. Erick Murch former Hillman attorney claims 27500 in fees plus 40000 total due and seeks 15000 already paid. He also seeks 10600 for defending Hillman in alleged juror tampering and 1000 for defense in a contempt case in San Francisco court.
Dr. A. Matfield, former real estate broker, to be taken to Walla Walla tonight for a two to ten year term for jail breaking. Convicted of masterminding the attempt after a forgery charge was dropped. appeal to the supreme court led to a new trial but upheld the jail breaking conviction. Hatfield, about 34, has spent eighteen months in jail. his wife has visited daily.
In El Paso on April 4 rebels under Gen Salazar with 1,500 troops renewed attacks on Parral against Gen Pancho Villa’s government forces. Villa reportedly commands 2,000 veterans defending the city, signaling a likely fierce battle to reclaim the town.
Floretta Whaley returns to Hempstead after six years away with Rev. Jere Cooke rector of St. George's Episcopal. The pair left San Francisco for New York on March 6. Miss Whaley will soon inherit 25000 dollars from her father's estate.
Fair tonight and Friday with light frost tonight and moderate west winds. Noon temperature around 47 degrees.
Mrs Eather Silverstone was awarded a divorce from J G Silverstone of the Boston Drug Co. A judgment of 60,000 was secured in Kansas City by A L Sher an for alienation of his wife's affections. The couple has a 13 year old daughter. They married in 1898. Mrs Silverstone owns 98 shares in the drug company and Silverstone only one.
The first straw hat of the season appeared this morning on Seconday. A broad-brimmed, low-crowned sailor of the newest style was worn by a clean-cut young man who remained unbothered by amused grins from onlookers. Rumors of a Panama were mentioned but unproven.
Portland dispatch says agents of Mexican rebel Gen. Orozco are recruiting in Pacific coast cities to join his forces at Jiminez. One local man reportedly went to report to Orozco and expenses were paid. Similar enlistments are suspected in Seattle Tacoma San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Authorities in Portsmouth New Hampshire report that Seth Nichols the sailor who claimed to have killed Dr. Helen Knabe in Indianapolis has admitted that his confession was false.
In San Francisco on April 4 Jose Pracham of Shasta county tried to buy a ranch from two new acquaintances with cigars. He returned from a cigar stand to find the pair vanished with $800, leaving him out the funds.
Sidna Allen and his nephew Wesley Edwards, last two Allen clan members at large, were reported killed in a clash with detectives in Hillsville. Several detectives were wounded, two fatally, as the pursuit after the Carroll county courthouse killings continued.
Dr Linda Hazzard enters the tenth day of a 30 day fast amid new guards and large crowds at free lectures. She asserts renewed vigor and plans lectures at Theosophical hall and Arcade hall while a guard roster is formed for day and night oversight.
Dozens of residents visit the city hospital offering to adopt the three week old infant left on the porch of John Lindsay president of the Lindsay Mill Co 493 20th av S The baby is healthy and will go to a suitable applicant once fully recovered Lindsay handed a card found on his lawn to police bearing a woman’s name and address Police pursue the possible culprits Galveston police bulletin style.
Portland neighbors watch Chief of Police Slover tread his lawn on two flat boards as a new mowing device. He insists the contraption replaces a traditional lawn mower and may be a serious breakthrough.
The Star explains its circulation reach detailing distribution within the city and in nearby towns, outlining how many copies are circulated in each area and the geographic coverage of the publication.
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