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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1906
Page
7
Vallatine, a him a cook from Interbay, went swimming with a companion at Emith's Cove. He had threatened suicide while drinking earlier and his death is unclear whether by self harm or accident. The body was taken to Butterworth's morgue and an inquest will be held.
A distressed speaker recalls wandering through a jungle like setting, losing consciousness, and failing to reach plans. The narrator notes fatigue, worn clothes, and a vague purpose to find themselves, while describing continual clamor of a cash register and missed church. The entry ends with a determined plan to appear in the morning.
Cal April 6. William Vous, an inmate at the Veter meet Yountsville, killed Jebnens and another comrade Vous and Johboron in Gorking ae wood boppers after a quarrel. Both seized axes and fought. Vous struck his opponent on the head, killing him. Vous was arrested.
A fragment notes April 16 actions in D C regarding a bill to appropriate a large sum for the Columbia River project. The measure extends a previous law to cover the current year and sets dates through April 1, detailing its scope for coast industry users.
Conflicting factions discuss a city port appointment with Captain as incumbent. The parties appear unwilling to force a confrontation, as a committee meets to arrange for troop-backed support. An order to arrest two innocent Black men is noted, with state officials moving to enforce actions.
Chairman P. J. Smith of the county board argues a state law is needed to permit indefinite confinement in a proposed county workhouse. He notes small counties should benefit, but county commissioners are unlikely to proceed without a statewide penitentiary concept nearby.
Police raided a grocery at 2719 East Madison Street and a butcher shop at the corner of Twenty eighth Avenue and Dearborn. Eugene Garland was arrested after previously being linked to illegal gambling. H. C. King, owner of the butcher shop, was later seized for selling without a license.
The Daughters of the American Revolution gathered in their new Washington hall today. Mrs. Donald Maclean gave the welcome address and delegates produced reports led by Mrs. Mary Wood Swift of California.
Thomas W. McKennie was today nominated postmaster at Havre, with the nomination announced in Washington, D. C. on April 18. The move places McKennie in charge of Havre’s mail operations and federal service.
One of the week's largest transfers saw James KR. B Stirrat acquire a corner lot at Thirday and Seneca for 115000, with plans for a first class apartment building. Other transactions include H. A Weare buying at Mighth and Howell for 11000 and J. M. Martin paying 2000 at Eleventh av and East James. Additional parcels change hands among A. M. Rosenbike, J. F. Sweeney, J. Elliott and others, as the Quine Wren Realty and Sylvester-Cowen Investment Co. report brisk activity in West Seattle and Tidelands.
Dr. Henry M. H. N. Cowden, Port Townsend veterinarian, was thrown from a horse while riding at Interbay yesterday afternoon and died at 4 a.m. He had been guiding one of the horses bound for the Philippines when the animal bucked along Orchard Street, throwing him and then trampling him. Cowden had only been in Beattie City for two weeks and was a civilian employee of the quartermaster's department.
Alfred Langly and Harry Melville alias McCart were placed under arrest by detectives with no charges booked. Carleton, Cran-Lous Phillips and others faced charges or investigations for shooting, theft, or public disturbances. Nominations for Associated Students officers will be filed. a debate was postponed due to a University of Washington vs Pacific University event. A local boy named Joe Silver faced petitions to confiscate his revolver amid neighborhood concerns.
The steamer Wyndes departs for Vladivostok today carrying 6000 tons of freight led by flour from Beattie.
A garbled OCR style note advertises a butter store on First Ave and Pike and mentions savings on carfare. It references buying butter and exes, reheese and tard of us, implying promotional wording for end users. The readable fragment hints at a local shop deal embedded in a transportation context.
Easter Sunday brought a citywide burglary wave as thieves struck homes from Levita to Denny Way. Reports describe ransacked apartments, pantry-window entries, and a variety of stolen items including an evening gown, a gold neck chain with locket, a garden hose, and a gold watch. Police investigated multiple break ins late into the night, with witnesses noting two young men about 20 years old as suspects in some cases.
A Seattle area rumor claimed the US Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco reversed past rulings in the Osgood Crawford fight for control of the Seattle Renton and Southern railroad. Clerks said no hearing is scheduled for May or September, leaving Rainier valley with current equipment as litigation continues. over 10,000 people are reportedly affected. W K Crawford of Spokane bought the Pound place in Rainier and plans improvements. annexation sentiment grows in Hillman with clubs forming to push action. Stillman post office status under scrutiny. early April steamer Excelsior arrived with one propeller blade and heads to dry dock.
Apokane April 16 Senator George Turner has returned from Washington with a plan to elect United States senators by direct vote. He calls for a convention to amend the U S Constitution and enact Article I constitutional reforms to bring changes.
Twelve county jail inmates received Easter kindness from Wayside Emergency hospital nurses who brought a wild lily basket and a spread of Master eggs to the women’s ward. The act moved many inmates to tears as they recalled gentler church customs and the day’s charity.
City officials report progress on the Interlaken sewer project to end the odor and health hazard from the existing outfall near 19th and Galer. Once the new system is installed the nuisance will be eliminated, according to Jet Clerk Paddock of the sanitation department.
In Los Angeles on April 16 the jury found B Raymond wife of Frank E Raymond insane at the inquest into the death of her 14 year old son Frank killed by gas. She attempted suicide with him. The interior department is referenced in the report.
Easter services across Heatile churches featured extraordinary floral decor. St Mark's Episcopal reported abundant lilies and a crowd filled church capacity with a parish Easter offering exceeding $4,000. Catholic churches also saw high attendance, especially the cathedral chapel where Bishop O'Dea led high mass. Trinity church hosted special services as part of a citywide remembrance.
T J Hughes of 087 18th avenue chased two suspicious men after his streetcar purse vanished during a 10 pm ride home. One thief named Harry Melville was arrested by Patrolman Carleton. the second escaped via a rear door, with the purse carrying about $10 believed taken.
A false fire alarm triggered by a boy during a Saturday church service at St Ladhimas Catholic Church in Chicago caused a deadly panic. About 400 attendees fled, with several leaping from windows as three children and one woman were killed and many injured. The prankster fled. his identity remains unknown.
An explosion in the forward turret of the battleship Kearsarge during target practice in the Caribbean killed seven men. The dead are J. M. Graeme, Lieut. Hadgin, Peter Norberg, Theodore Naegley, Anton Thorsen, W. Athey, and J. E. Koonter. Injured waited grave condition. others reported well. Navy notified late Saturday. burials occurred and bodies prepared for home.
The Merchants' Exchange reports the Alaska Packers association dispatching its fleet for the season. Bark Sea Witch along with ships Star of Italy Star of France and Bohemia have departed San Francisco bound for Bristol Bay Alaska to begin salmon packing operations.
Frank C. Johns walked into the sheriff's office and surrendered after an axe attack on Ole C. Nelson in Garden City. Bail for accomplices Blankenship and Green was set at 1000 dollars as Johns plans legal counsel. Nelson's condition is serious but not brain impacted. witnesses testified about the blow and the trial follow‑up.
Navy officials at Bremerton begin the survey as soon as the ship is taken out of commission. Commander D L Cottman Lieutenant G B Williams and Gunner R E Simonson from the navy yard are currently in the city coordinating the process. Louis Foland who was en route to a Y M I A lecture was arrested for violating a city ordinance on distributing advertising matter. He was released and must appear in court this afternoon. H M Avertil of Garfield Washington deserted from the navy department at Bremerton. His father alerted officials by wire but the message arrived after he had disappeared.
The Old Oak Shoe debuts as Seattle’s greatest footwear event featuring the best $3.50 and $4 shoes at Men s Shoe Store 808 Lotey. The shoes promise easy wear and long life, marking a landmark in local shoe shopping.
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