Court drama over Irish heir in fight for Sullivan fortune
In Judge Mein's court Edward Corcoran, the elderly Irish heir to John Sullivan's million-dollar estate, pleaded for justice amid sharp legal clashes. Attorneys sparred over subrogations and evidence as Corcoran, unable to grasp the jargon, watched the proceedings and questioned the fairness of the division of the fortune.
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John Sullivan
Edward Corcoran
S Court
Heart the Law
Ire
Edward Coran
Mein
James
Sullivan
Charles P| O'Neil
Dublin 1
Corcoran
Water shut-off notice for district grid area April 25
Water will be shut off in the district between Fourth and Sixth avenues and Yee ler Way to Union Street on Sunday April 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The notice applies to residents and businesses in the affected area and advises to plan accordingly.
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Fourth
Sixth Ave
Yeeler Way
Union St
Auditor examined in Parkhurst trial over bank shortage
E D Newport a clerk at First National bank testified in the case of RA F Parkhurst former assistant cashier charged with false entries to cover a $50,000 shortage. Newport said he audited the National Park bank books in New York after the discrepancy was found. The defense sought to show he aimed to audit Parkhurst’s books only, not the entire institution. Newport remained calm as cross examination continued. Parkhurst and his wife attended.
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E D Newport
First National Bank
RA. F. Parkhurst
Newport
National Park Bank
New York
Parkhurst
Schively Charged With Perjury in Spokane Case
State Insurance Commissioner Schively, in custody of a Thurston County sheriff, faced a perjury indictment after his arrival in Spokane. An embezzlement charge for $2,500 against the defunct Pacific Livestock Association prompted the new indictment following his grand jury testimony.
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United Press
Bpokane
Schively
Thuroton County
Pacific Livestock Association
Johnson Dead and King Sought in Spokane Murder
Police seek Dan King known as Little Dan after James Johnson died following an assault near West Main Street. Johnson was found intoxicated, moved to Eastman hotel, then to City Hospital where he died. King fled toward Tacoma and Spokane, with warrants issued by Captain Tennant.
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James Johnson
Begro
Larse
Johnson
Nquor
Orey
Eastman Ng
Eastman
Johson
Dan King
Dan
West Mainet
King
Tacoma
Spokane
Charles Tennant
Mastern Washington
Pardons Spark Effigy Protest in Frankfort
In Frankfort on April 24 a mob hanged Gov Willson in effigy after he pardoned former Gov Taylor and others. The pardons covered fugitives from Indiana tied to the Goebel murder case, leaving Henry Youtsey as the only person to face punishment for Goebel’s 1900 killing.
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Frankfort
Willson
Taylor
Kentucky River
My United Press
W. &Aylor
Charles Finley
Indiana
William Goebel
Wharton Golden
Colorado
Frank Ceell
St. Louis
William H. Culton
Ceeil
Henry BK. Youtsey
The
Gov. Goebel
Bear Raids Continue in Wheat Market
Chicago traders faced sharp opening losses as May option fell 5/8, July 3 1/2, September 2 1/2, and December 24 1/4 cents per bushel. The close showed slight recovery with declines of 1/8 to 2 cents, May delivering the heaviest drop, amid pressure and poor bullish outlook.
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United Press
Chicago
Weather forecast showers and south winds
Showers are forecast tonight or Sunday with moderate south to southwest winds. The outlook calls for unsettled conditions and a cooler trend into the weekend.
Ban on slot meters proposed to curb deadly gas meters
Seattle council committee plans an ordinance to remove gas meters serving lodging houses and rooms for transients after multiple deaths linked to deadly gas meters. Critics claim financial interests shield the danger while coroner and police report six deaths in thirty days.
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Fredrick Bawyer
Fourth Ward
J. W. Clise
Locague Corporation
Seattle
Reveille, Weaver
Bawger
Beattie
Debt Burned Ends Long-Standing College Debt
Twenty five thousand dollars in hotel debt from a 17 year old obligation to Adventiat college at Place was burned last night. The act marked the debt as extinguished and the institution’s high national rank remains secured.
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Walted
Walla Walta Apri
Adventiat College
Big Norway Day Music Fest Planned for August
A grand Sanger fest on Norway day at Dreamland rink is planned to defray expenses of the grand Sanger event. The combined singing societies of the Pa coast and the Norwegian Singing Society of Beattie will join for the celebration. Great preparations are under way to make the feast memorable for visitors with a large music program.
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Norway
Expeal
Preg
Pa Coast
Abrams claim against city over electrocution damages
W. L. Abrams was electrocuted while turning on a light wired to city lines. His wife Elota B. Abrams and daughter sue the city for damages totaling 50,000 alleging negligence. They name the city as defendant with the incident dated March 12, 10H.
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B. Abrams
Elota B. Abrams
W. L. Abrams
Thistle Steamship Seeks Receiver Over Salary Claim
George L. Harvey secretary of Thistle Steamship applied to the superior court for a receiver for the company. He claims the defendant owes him 560 dollars in salary.
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George L. Harvey
Thistle Steamship Company
Harvey
Victim of Thugs Robbed Near Cabin
Mrs Mary Smith was struck down and robbed of 50 in gold and silver near her cabin at 26th Ave and Forest T last night. Her 14 year old son shouted for help as the assailants fled. Mrs Smith was treated at City Hospital for a scalp wound and bruises before returning home. Detectives have descriptions and expect arrests soon. The duo escaped with the loot as Mrs Smith and her son prepared food for their cows.
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Mary Smith
L. B. Greene
Smith
Hotel Rates Denied by Seattle Chamber Of Commerce
A letter from J. H. Davis owner of the Washington Annex to the Chamber denies planned rate hikes during the exposition and commits to maintaining posted rates. Other hotel managers confirm they will adhere to old rates, arguing no viable hotel would gain by raising prices for the season.
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Seattle
Washington Annex
Chamber of Commerce
J. H. Davis
Annex
Chamber
Seattle Billboards Face Height Limit Plan
Councilman Eugene Way will introduce an ordinance next Monday to cap billboard heights. The aim is to keep signs within bounds so as not to block the magnificent views in every direction across Seattle.
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Eugene Way
Seattle
Funeral for John J Williame at Eagles Hall Tomorrow
Funeral services for John J. Williame will be held tomorrow at 4 PM from Eagles hall at 7th Avenue and Pine Street. All Eagles are requested to attend.
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Eagle
John J. Williame
Eagles
7Th Av
Pine
Fanatics Battle for Hours in Streets of Constantinople
At Yildiz Kiosk the sultan’s garrison surrendered to the Young Turks after a night of battle. Two foreigners died and American reporter Frederick Moore was wounded while filming. The clash sparked fear of mass casualties as civilians sought safety and embassies were protected. Continued on Page Seven.
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Turkey
Constantinople
Yildiz
Frederick Moore
Abdul Hamid
Selamik
Salonica
Pera
Yudis
Daoud
San Stefano
Farrell Ponies Win at Vancouver Show
Nan and Clover owned by Miss Helen Farrell of Renton won the pony championship at the Vancouver horse show this morning in Vancouver British Columbia.
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Farrell
Ey United Press
van Uver
B. C
Nan and
Clover
Helen Farrell
Renton
Vancouver
Earthquake Strikes Lisbon as Panic Spreads
A violent quake hit Lisbon late yesterday causing buildings to crumble and people to flee. King Manuel addressed the crowd and urged firemen to act while members of the house of lords were stunned by the tremor.
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United Press
Lisbon
Manuel
House of Lords
Woman killed on Kent ranch by falling fire set tree
Mrs Arabella Reitz died at her Kent area ranch when a tree burned at a prior clearing burst into flame and branch debris struck her. The incident occurred one mile east of Kent. Her neck and arm were broken in the collapse and she died instantly.
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United Pree _ KENT
Arabella Reitz
One Mile
Earer
Kent
Author Arrested As Fugitive In Cleveland Letter Case
San Francisco April 24. Broughton Hrandeberg the author arrested as a fugitive linked to sale in New York of the famous posthumous Cleveland letter during the last presidential campaign. He said he abducted James Sheppard Cabanne third son of a renowned St. Louis family and brought the boy to San Francisco with the mother's consent.
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Yates Press
San Francisco
Broughton Hrandeberg
New York
Cleveland
James Shepard-Cabanne
St. Louis
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