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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1907
Page
12
Evelyn Thaw greets visitors at her husband William Thaw’s detention area as Mrs. William Thaw and Countess Yarmouth make an unexpected visit. George Carnegie and his wife also call in the afternoon.
A juror tells Judge Merrie the room is like a pig pen with dirty floors unused fireplace broken door knob and dusty furnishings. The judge says county commissioners must address the faults under the county government system, and jurors have previously complained prompting Hagley to report the issues.
Aten, an employee of Bal gell, appeared before the superior court this morning to request three matrons for a jail. He offered to give his house and two lots to the woman, saying he could not bear to see her suffer. Judge Morrie doubted the plan but the women agreed to meet to handle the property.
A crude report notes a preparatory gathering at the Labor Temple about a planned clash over local forge matters. Attendees indicated strong intent to press action while discussions wavered and details remained unclear.
A man identified as 22 year old Ber Glewmeasn died after six days in St Wayside Hospital from spinal meningitis. The body was found near the Lilly Eck area, with authorities noting he arrived from the East. His mother Peter arrived in time for the death.
Major De Lapper Beresford, alleged Ai on Beresford, was arrested after a complaint of passing checks drawn on a Victoria bank that the bank repudiated. Police call him a smooth crook while he claims the dishonored check was a mistake. He frequents the Royal York club and other clubs in London and Dublin.
The supreme court denied Lawrence Dye's petition for writ of prohibition to stop Judge Morrie from trying him on a robbery charge. Dye argued the trial should not proceed after a jury had been impaneled, claiming jeopardy and a new information could not proceed on the same offense.
The report cites numerous divorce cases with BM applicants appearing before the court. The list suggests ongoing divorces as households in Seattle face delays and procedural motions amid pending settlements.
Chris Howland sues Standard Mill and Logging Co for 10900 for injuries while employed there. George C. Long, a stevedore, sues McCabe Hamilton Co for 15000 for injuries received unloading freight from the liner Nebraskan.
Herman Quandt, noted saloon keeper, was granted a divorce from his wife Marguerite Quandt on statutory grounds. The decision was announced today by the court, ending the marriage.
Captain Whiteside of San Francisco purchased the Iron steamer Devereaux for Pacific coast trade. The vessel is prepared for the voyage around the Horn and will depart soon for the long water trip.
The firstieh bark Gladys will shift to discharging at pier 14 on Monday, while the steamer Oania from Tacoma arrives tomorrow at noon at pier 12. Oania will unload cement and general cargo.
Rib steaks priced at 10 cents each draw shoppers to City Hall Market located at 609 Third Ave near Yester. The listing highlights affordable cuts and local appeal for urban shoppers.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney John Whit ham orders the arrest of Langan owner of the Monte Carlo saloon in Ballard for selling liquor to a minor. The charge stems from a 14 year old girl, Gussie Burt, found above the saloon weeks ago. Whitham reports efforts to tamper with witnesses and warns of prosecutions if bribes are proven.
Stark Humes son of the late Mayor Thomas J Humes was arrested last night on a charge of causing a disturbance in a Japanese restaurant after allegedly dining without paying He reportedly told police the name Roberts when arrested and is linked to a prior bad check allegation from about five months ago in People’s case.
Mrs. Roosevelt and Congressman Bacon joined a private group on the James River excursion aboard the Sylph. The weather turned rainy with heavy overnight showers. streets near the Maryland bank resembled small lakes.
Longshoremen report new relief measures tied to the Port Blakeley fire. The board of public works lists sewer and water main repairs including EB Mercer and Fifteenth Avenue and concrete walks on EB Galer and Prefontaine Avenue as part of the emergency work to aid victims and restore the waterfront.
Reports from Mexico City indicate cabinet meetings over 24 hours fuel rumors of conflict with Guatemala. The war minister denied but said Mexico is massing troops on the border amid the Oaxaca turmoil involving former Guatemalan president general Barrillas.
Freight officer Dillon reports a strange voyage on the Missouri from New York to San Francisco. The ship's cat birthed kittens and a nest of young rats was recovered. One rat was placed with the mother cat and grew strong until it wandered away and did not return.
The April 27 decree signs Emma Eames Story as divorced from Julian Story. Emma regains her maiden name and may marry. Julian is forbidden to remarry during Emma's lifetime.
The American-Hawaiian Steam Ship Co. plans to acquire the steamer May in May and outfit her as a passenger vessel. The ship will operate from San Francisco to Honolulu under the new company.
An ad-like notice promotes carpets cleaned by an air process that removes all dirt and brightens dull color. It lists Fuzzy-Wuszy Rug Co with contact numbers Ind 7879 and Oueen Anne 1222.
Edna Courtney, the young woman who shot and seriously wounded her employer Miss Rosetta Trayford, appeared in criminal court arraigned before Judge Morrie. She pleaded not guilty to assault with intent to kill as prosecutors outlined the information and the court held the proceedings with courtroom spectators nearby.
Baltimore April 1 a new pier of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad under construction collapsed burying many workers. By noon four bodies were recovered and divers reported survivors and further deaths likely. The accident at the joint B and O and North German Lloyd pier left forty to fifty workers missing beneath wreckage with about sixteen injured taken to hospital.
The Humane Society petitions the superior court to require three matrons in the county jail and to address unsanitary conditions, privacy issues for female prisoners, and alleged mistreatment by male guards. Signatures include Mrs. Katherine Burton and Dr. Fanny Leake Cummings with supporting affidavits. Judge Morris instructs filing. Sheriff Smith defends existing policy as Matron Mrs. Kelley takes position.
Fire last night destroyed a one and a half story building on M. S. P. right of way four blocks from the Van Asselt post office. Georgetown Volunteer Department No. 3 battled thin pressure but could not save the structure. nearby dwellings were saved. Occupant Ed. Lahore lost part of his household goods and $49 in cash.
Edwin Tate, former cell mate of Peoria school chief N C Dougherty, was re arrest ed in Chicago. Tate had escaped Peoria police custody while suspected of blowing the Peoria Board of Education safe to destroy papers that could indict Dougherty and his associates.
Judge Prater orders a new trial in the suit by Dr George W Miracle against Dr Annie Russell over a diamond ring alleged to have been converted. The prior verdict favored Miracle for five dollars. New evidence prompted the retrial.
George D. Lamping presses to fight a speeding charge in Judge Gordon’s court. He alleges he was driving below the legal limit when a patrolman fired a revolver after the vehicle, a claim his attorney says shows a serious error by Officer Kueh.
In Johnston Pennsylvania on April 1 flooding at the Fourt rell mine of the Berwynde White Coal company traps 12 men. N Phelps a motorman is jailed at the county prison on a theft complaint by James Page alleging a 130 dollar theft.
Ideal weather for a three way boat race in Richardson Bay near Sausalito with light betting. Crews prepared with morning workouts as coaches express confidence in their teams Washington is favored slight while others eye upset.
Licenses to wed were issued today to couples including A W Jecobeon and Frida Anderson of Seattle Nels P Hott and Nadima Bophla Nordberg of Edmonds Wach Frenk Cunliffe Dean of Seattle and Dorothy Spring of Detroit Mish Bel Johnston and Jensie Stewart of Snoqualmie Wash Hane Hillman and Maria Han eon of Beattie Abel Paul G imeon Thougy and Lowise Marie Karua of Beattie
The Northwestern Mutual Fire Association shows over 2.9 million in business written in Q1 1907 and total insurance outstanding above 19 million. Dividends to policyholders exceed 17 thousand, with overall quarter profits over 27 thousand. Main offices moved to Seattle National Bank building at 208 Columbia St, Seatt le.
Six men killed and about a dozen injured in a Black Diamond coal mine explosion. Victims named include Joe Helmondo Alberti Domini M. H. Bentley Jr. and Mike Mitchell with others seriously burned or injured. An inquest blamed an explosive gas ignition caused by an unavoidable cave with no company fault found.
Judge Gilliam grants Jesse M. Hall’s motion to compel William Constantine to amend his answer detailing alleged misconduct toward Hall and wife Myra, claiming such acts caused Constantine’s insanity and serve as a defense to the shooting suit. Lawyers expect the amended defense to be struck or demurred.
Judge Morris sentenced Kwahara to three years in state penitentiary for grand larceny and Carl Larson to a burglary conviction with a suspended two year term.
A. L. Hall offers dog collars and Tage attached free at 111 First Ave. The Stevens Cafe at Corner First Ave. and Marion St. serves a fine course dinner Sunday from 12 to 1 pm for 50 cents.
Two minor blazes prompted by faulted equipment caused limited damage. A building at 1618 Grant Street burned briefly with a $100 loss. A machine shop at Madhonday and Jackson Street suffered only nominal damage from a brief blaze.
The DIES-BURTON INVESTMENT CO. promotes Inglesea as an ideal summer home site between Fauntleroy Park and Three Point with a sandy beach and fine maple, cedar, and yew trees. It invites inquiries for details and lists Main 4155 as contact.
A small tract two blocks west of the Renton car line has been subdivided into city lots about 40 by 115 feet. The new car line will pass near the southwest corner, offering service along two lines. Reachable by Rainier Boulevard car in about 20 minutes from our office.
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