18 Apr 1911
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1911
Page
1
The readable fragments reference garments like nets and neckwear and mention terms such as special suits and under sleeves. The text seems to discuss insuring fabrics or items and immediate qualification, with garbled references to redacted names or brands.
The Mexican revolution pushes toward Congress as Taft weighs action over border incidents. House and Senate split on war responsibility with Cullom and Cutter declining to commit, while Senator Stone urges a resolution directing a war declaration after next border firing.
A public hearing will dissect police methods in the council chamber with women leading the effort. About 100 women from across the city will testify on brutality by jailers and other officers, hoping for cleaner practices.
Washington April 18 United Press recalls debate over removing judges through recall and recall of judicial officers. Lawmakers from McCall to Berger debate justice under popular rule, arguing for and against recall and the influence of public opinion on court decisions.
In Zion City on April 18 riotous scenes followed the mayoral contest between Wilbur Glenn Voliva and K S Goudie. Guards and deputies protected lines at the polls, arrests were made, and Voliva accused police of beating his supporters. Voliva called for troops and Mayor Ritchie sought state protection from Governor Deneen.
Frank Rickert a plumber murders his wife and four children with an axe and shoots his wife before killing himself in Wir you NGSTOWN O April 12. He also maims a 16 year old, later explaining fear of impending blindness and inability to support his family.
Mayor Dilling announced Grant will not be reappointed as building superintendent. The post, paying $3600 yearly, has several applicants, but the mayor has not chosen a successor yet.
Grace Van Studdiford, actress, sues owner over damages by Addison Mizner’s pet ape. She claims the animal climbed an escape to her room, wrecked furniture gowns and glassware, and nearly killed her $350 Pomeranian. The suit seeks 25000 dollars.
The Ladies Aid of the Norwegian MBE church will hold a bazaar in Maccabees hall tonight and tomorrow night with special music as an attraction. Dr Bruce Elmore opened a discussion on appendicitis at the King County Medical Society meeting last night in the Chamber of Commerce.
Hicktown residents missed the anniversary edition as town attendance at the ball game kept readers away. The paper notes everyone went to the event, delaying publication and reducing readership that day.
In a court scene, Dora Roberta sues for divorce from William A. Roberts claiming she returned to an old life upon his urging. Roberts argues the breakup stems from her actions since their four year marriage. Testimony and cross-examinations shape the blame in this contested separation.
A man about 45 died at 3 am in a Butterworth ambulance while en route to Pacific hospital and was taken to Butterworth morgue. He is identified only as May and is believed to have been drinking. Deputy Coroner Borthwick is conducting the investigation.
Judge Hanford ruled Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Co. may erect poles in Georgetown alley, asserting that annexed territory can be covered by existing franchise. City’s street railway setback implied a five cent fare to city limits, regardless of extension.
A man on the steamship Iroquois, bound for Seattle with three companions, fumbled beads on the night deck and later leaped from the stern into the wake. Passengers raised the alarm but rescue efforts failed as the vessel turned back and launched a small boat.
The park board formally approves plans for a ten thousand dollar playground house at Adama field. Main building work will be delayed due to limited funds, as reported by A. E. Ruffner, Sal Bay Improvement Club chair. Also, in Mexico City, Diaz backs a general election to seek peace with insurgents as congress awaits the bill.
Out of Sundays Bothell blaze emerged stories of risk and rescue. A 21 year old saved $1,000 in millinery stock while others saved a pug, a teddy bear, and five lives. Mrs Lytle and three neighbors carried her to safety as flames breached the home.
After two months at Soap Lake attempting to regain health, J Ben Williams a prominent Ballard district businessman has returned home and is now hospitalized at Parry in critical condition according to today’s report.
Joseph F. Groh, 36, a Victoria contractor, fired three shots at Seattle attorney Lester C. Mitchell on Spring Street between Second and Third Avenues. Mitchell was wounded in both legs and Groh was arrested after a quarrel over money and a disputed note. Witnesses cite conflicting stories as Groh claims motives range from unpaid debt to a love triangle involving Mitchell’s stepdaughter Nellie Tyler. Mitchell provides his account from City Hospital, noting Groh followed him to the scene and threatened him.
The Ballard Women of Woodcraft hosted a large reception in Woog hall last night with Capt. E. E. Libby serving as master of ceremonies.
Opening game of the season scheduled for 3 PM at Dugdale's park. Decision made at 1 PM as a warm afternoon promised. Vancouver to be opposed by Seattle Giants in the premier matchup.
United Press bulletin from Juarez reports an imminent attack expected on Juarez. Six federals were killed and 12 wounded in the April 15 skirmish. Consul Edwards says Chinese and others excluded under U.S. law will be sheltered and seeks Col. Sharp help to prevent border crossings during the fight.
Reports from Douglas and El Paso detail Mexican insurgents evacuating Agua Prieta after losses and a key desertion, while federal forces attack and seize vacant trenches. Juarez battle opens with insurgents crossing from Bauche toward the city, and reports cite casualties on both sides along with a returning American prisoner.
In response to orders from Washington the Sixth Cavalry began marching toward Douglas Arizona early today. It required four trains to transport the soldiers.
Informal White House notice on April 18 said Mexico will soon advise a definite border policy. It is believed Diaz will propose a neutral zone ten miles wide along the border where no hostilities will occur.
The Star reports Baby Blanche remains ill and under nurse care as decisions on her adoption are delayed. Starline has a happy home. In politics, Bailey and Bryan contend for control of the Democratic Party, contrasting special privilege with popular policy.
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