Incinerator Controversy and City Garbage Plans
The Star exposes a heated battle over garbage collection and the incinerator project. Councilman-at-large Mullen is accused of blocking progress to favor a long term contract with Seattle Electric, including plans for additional incinerators and steam usage. The mayor, city engineer, and others counter the accusations, defending the current system as efficient and on track.
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Moore
Thomson
Mullen
Himeet
Seattle Electric Company
Mulien
Puren Confesses to Boxcar Burglary Seeks Hunger Remedy
O Puren, 20, surrendered to police after stealing four cans of condensed milk from a sealed boxcar to ease near starvation. He left a note and was sentenced to 63 days on the chain gang after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor. other locals faced minor penalties in the same session.
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O. Puren
Gordon
George Baldwin
Baldwin
Puren
Carse
Jennings
Wang
de Bruler
Councilmen Visit Crematory in Thorough Investigation
Councilmen Way and Gill inspected the City garbage incinerator with Health Commissioner, evaluating odors and operations. Witnesses claimed no offensive smells, with support from expert testimony calling the destructor one of the most efficient in North America. A Beacon Hill Improvement Club meeting will discuss the incinerator and its progress, with City Engineer Thomson and Assistant Engineer Moore to attend.
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Purene
Ea Way
Way
Ane
Thomson
United States
Canada
The
Star
Goopdoes Way
Beacon Hill
Immigration case at border unsettles Minnesota route
Fragmentary notes describe an immigration and deportation matter involving a queenly figure and cross border movement between the United States and Canada near Minnesota. The scene references Winnipes and a border line with officers vigilant at the line and the possibility of return to Canada.
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Minn
Canada
Min
Winnipes
Wader
United Tion
United States
Adva
Missingman Austin Sought After Alarming Disappearance
A report notes the disappearance of Austin, a four year old boy, last seen in a windy area. Authorities urge witnesses to contact local police with any information leading to his whereabouts.
Disappearance Reported by James K. Wilson
The report of his disappearance was made to the police by James K. Wilson of 5840 Woodinehay. The note references a missing person and the residence of a key reporter in the case.
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James K. Wilson
Woodinehay
Des Moines Adopts Nonpartisan Five Man Municipal Commission
Des Moines replaced its old mayor and city council with a nonpartisan five member commission to govern the city. One commissioner serves as mayor, giving the group full control of municipal affairs.
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Des Moines
Lessowa
Oklahoma
Pawnbrokers Fined for License Violations in Police Court
M Goodglick paid a $75 license, filed bond, no further penalty. Frank Schwartz K Ieoshima EB Feleman and J A Zeeve were fined $75 and costs each, and gave notice of appeal. They argue three day report rule on large purchases creates hardship.
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Puren
J. Hong
M. Goodglick
Frank Schwartz
K. Ieoshima
EB. Feleman
J. A Zeeve
Goodglick
Costes
Polling Big Vote in Tacoma
A massive vote is being polled in Tacoma city today in a close mayoral race between Mayor Wright Democrat seeking a third term and Judge Linek Republican. Both sides claim leading, while police report numerous poll challenges and arrests of Wright supporters O'Neil and John Wilson for alleged illegal registration and voting.
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Tacoma
Wright
Judge Linek
O'Neil
John Wilson
Dancer Maud Allen Wows London in Pearl Costume
Maud Allen the San Francisco dancer is drawing cabinet ministers and nobility to Palace Music Hall with her Salome dance. Her revealing costume features strings of pearls around the head of John the Papuet, signaling a long run of popularity.
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London
Maud Allen
San Francisco
Salome
Palace Music Hall
Mise Allen
John the Papuet
Real Estate Dealer Arrested Over Hillman City Scam
Warner Investment Co. principal W. J. B. Warner was arrested by Detectives Byrne and Phillips on a complaint by George Bartelis. Bartelis, a merchandise broker, says Warner used a forged contract in March 1907 to sell two Hillman City lots for 600 dollars and took 810 dollars in payments. He states he toured Hillman City with Warner and found the claimed owner Raymond in possession, who said only 20 dollars had ever been paid on the contract.
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Alfred Mason
Rainier Fuel Company
Clark and
Adams
Seattle
W. J. B. Warner
Warner Investment Company
Fourth Ay
Pikest
Byrne and
Phillips
George 8
Bartelis
Western Ay
Hillman City
Warner
Martells
Bartelin
Hillman City Sun
Raymond
Aye
War Talk With Venezuela Prompts U S Military Readiness
The United States weighs possible armed action over Venezuela destroying an American ship and spurning U S representations. Secretary Root asks the army and navy for quickly exploitable strength and arms to enforce American policy, following a state department conference with Navy Secretary Newberry and General Hell.
Trial of Ruef Begins in San Francisco
After delays over defense objections the trial of Abe Ruef on bribery charges to secure a Parkside Realty street railway franchise began in San Francisco with jury selection. Two prospective jurors were excused for cause and examinations continued in the afternoon.
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San Francisco
Abe Ruef
Parkside Realty Company
Harriman Plans Seattle End Construction Soon
Directors of the Oregon and Washington railroad accepted franchises from Seattle council allowing the Harriman line to build freight and passenger terminals, sections of main line, and a tunnel in Seattle. Work on the Seattle end is expected to begin within weeks.
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Harriman
Seattle
United Press
Portland
Orf
Oregon & Washington Railroad
Seattle Council
Monarchists Triumph in Portugal Elections Despite Unrest
Washington reports from Lisbon say monarchists secured an overwhelming victory in Portugal. The Houseeage notes violence confined to Lisbon as troops killed or wounded many. rest of the country remained quiet. Diplomatic circles call the result a blow to republicans and a vindication of the new ministry policy following the king and crown prince Luleja assassination.
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Washington
State Department
Bryan
Lisbon
Portugal
Luleja
Heke
Purser Heroically Rescues Woman From Lake
Rus sell Anderson purser on the steam er Fortuna rescued Miss Mary Potts from drowning at Lake Washington after she fell from the county dock on Mercer feland. Anderson leaped in without hesitation and dived after the girl as she sank. He surfaced with her and they were brought to the dock, both little worse for their experience in the cold water.
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Russell Anderson
Fortuna
Mary Potts
Lake Washington
Mercer Feland
Miss Butts
Anderson
Oon
Littl
Evans Improves but Doctors Slow Return for Admiral Evans
Admiral Evans shows improved condition after a restful night at the hospital in Paso Robles. Physicians say he is better this morning than since arrival, but they remain cautious about his participation in upcoming celebrations in San Diego Santa Barbara and Los Angeles.
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United Press
Paso Robles
Cal
Evang
San Diego
Santa Barbara
Los Angeles
Evans
Where did you get it ladies Merry Widow hats and fake hair
A muckraker recounts the craze for Merry Widow hats and the vast use of false hair. She describes Parisian and Seattle hair markets, where poverty drives women to sell hair or resort to suicide, and salons that craft hats with costly synthetic tresses.
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Merry Widow
Paris
Seattle
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