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10 Apr 1912
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1912
Page
1
Script appears fragmentary listing numbers and identifiers with unclear context. Readable items mention monetary figure 3500 and terms like PRS and medallion but event or subject remains ambiguous.
A Seattle baby is abandoned at a stranger's doorstep and taken to the police then city hospital awaiting adoption. Meanwhile a Chihuahua named Polonoa, bought for 2500 dollars by Mrs. Damourette in Seattle, competes for a prize at the Hollywood Gardens toy show as a contrast to a nameless alley dog seeking food. The piece notes stark social contrasts and ends with the author remarking on contrasts.
Rich Singer headlines a local theatre run this week with a show filled with drama and satire. The feature highlights Singer's performance and the production's reception at the city venue.
Report of the Tornow narrative chronicles Beasts man murders and the hunt through Washington state frontier. Prospector pair encounter the outlaw and escape after answering questions as the manhunt intensifies led by Sheriff Ed Payette with rewards and detachments. The tale follows the 1910 era pursuit across rivers, woods, and passes toward the Olympic mountains toward the climactic deadly end.
A damaged fragment recalls a sailor tied to a bill dispute in Cal April 16. The note shows confusion over payment and a claim that 18 postal cards are needed to resolve the matter.
Marysville April 10 police report Miss Annie Southern held a burly burglar by the collar alone after discovering him in her room. The arrest followed a bold capture by a resident who demonstrated quick thinking and resolve in the incident.
The Queen of the Pay Streak Miss Columbia lands in Seattle with her mother and siblings after travel in Germany and elsewhere. She has received twenty marriage proposals from dukes and earls but rejects them for their manners and rigidity, praising Belgians as honest and natural. She rose to fame as the Eskimo queen at the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition.
Miss Tessie Vahey a department store employee died in hospital after a car skidded on a curve. She struck her head on a telegraph pole while leaning from the car. Passengers included Clayton Bush the chauffeur and Margaret Budd Delia Wright Louise Hall and H A Dunbar.
Portland report notes that abusive language in Oregon defines vagrancy and bartender E4 Murphy becomes the first prosecuted for rude remarks to telephone operators. The piece suggests many fear similar trials for vagrancy statewide.
Aberdeen April 10 women picketing the mill strike were beaten and jailed as deputies beat them with clubs and blackjacks. A mother nursing a three month old was struck in the abdomen and a woman lying in bed was wounded. Hindus recruited to bolster scab labor arrived, but many employers still claim workers absent.
Chief Bannick announced summer police coats will be shorter and ordered in time for June 1. The new coat resembles the London bobby style, noted for its sharp, smart appearance. The accompanying drawing showcases the refined, artistic look for officers.
Fireman Pat Bohan was found unconscious with a bleeding head on Fourth Avenue between Yesler and Washington at 3 AM by Patrolman Byers. He attributed the collapse to weakness and was taken to the city hospital for treatment.
The forecast calls for showers tonight with clearing on Thursday and moderate westerly winds. Noon temperature around 45 degrees.
The Seattle case over the Independent Telephone Co. absorbed by Pacific Phone Co. reaches injunctions Friday. James McDonnell sues via Assistant Corporation Counsel Hughes arguing rate hikes from 1.75 to 2.25 for residence and 5 to 7.50 for business lines. Pacific cites its franchise and disputes Independent’s abandonment. city contends equity if franchise expired.
The two men, Anerson and Yaeger, allegedly tortured while jailed after arrest a week earlier. They claim rope scars on arms and ankles from confinement on a prison chain gang and forced bread and water. Authorities released them after a week in jail.
Dr Linda Burfield Hazzard says she may extend her fast to about forty days as supporters watch. The rally at Arcade Ball last night featured Hazzard presenting as a live corpse while Dr Tanner and C B Eby spoke about new doctrines. Hazzard notes she is now on day fourteen and expects a weight loss of about two pounds weekly.
In Bremerton on April 10, Lieut. Jones says his proposal to Mrs. Margaret McReynolds will be followed by marriage regardless of the court martial outcome. Defense argues no scandalous conduct proven as trial opens with witness testimony and cross examination detailing the couple’s prior relations.
City officials hesitate over a 1,006,000 price for the Hebb water site. City Electrician Joslyn questions the figure while other party members urge careful study. Mayor Cotterill calls for a proper survey to assess yearly suitability and price reasonableness.
Col Theodore Roosevelt told a Greensburg crowd at Jeanette that Illinois sent a message to the nation by backing the people over politicians and urged Pennsylvania to do the same in the April Illinois primaries. He proclaimed the victory a win for the common man and criticized political insiders.
Incomplete returns show Theodore Roosevelt leading Taft by about 130000 votes with 52 Illinois delegates pledged to Roosevelt. Clark tops Wilson by 3 to 1 in New Jersey results while La Follette shows strength. Taft carries only the Fifth district and Roosevelt wins home counties of McKinley and Cannon.
In San Francisco on April 10 Jack Johnson, son of the governor, wagered 250 dollars on Roosevelt. The stake sparked a rush of Taft supporters, but the young man had already pushed the limit with his bold bet.
The text notes Len Small, a gubernatorial candidate and senator, is overwhelmingly defeated in the election, with the rival winning by a large margin.
Philadelphia April 10 official notice that the anthracite coal strike commission of 1902 will be reconvened to settle current trouble. Four operators and four miners will join the commission named this afternoon. The 1902 panel was appointed by President Roosevelt with Gov Gray of Delaware as chairman.
President Yuan Shi Kai appointed Wu Ting Fang as Chinese minister to the United States. Wu, previously considered for foreign affairs, is chosen for his wide acquaintance with the United States and his value as a Washington representative.
Chinese man Lee Gon survived a fall from a third story window in San Francisco. He lay in a vacant lot with a broken leg while crowds passed nearby. he is described as dumb.
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