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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1912
Page
6
Edna Gray of Brooklyn returned to her aunt’s home in a semi conscious, hysterical condition after a mysterious week away. She claimed to have been held prisoner at a road house while being drugged. A Brooklyn automobile salesman who vanished at the same time is also unaccounted for.
Six hundred Mexican rebels arrived at Palomas opposite Columbus and threaten to cross the line to attack Americans. Troop D of the Third U S Cavalry reinforced the border patrol at Columbus. Reports say 300 rebels defeated 200 federals near Ojinaga yesterday.
President E. J. Chamberlin of the Grand Trunk Pacific and leading officials plan an August 25 inspection tour of the company’s property from Montreal to the Pacific. The party will review the new transcontinental extension and spend two to three days in Seattle before continuing to Vancouver.
Chief Bradshaw announced Walter Davis alias Walsh and Alice Davis alias Walsh were arrested in Toronto with 9630 stolen from the Bank of Montreal in New Westminster last September. Pinkerton detective J C Fraser and Constable T Walker were sent to bring them back, Bradshaw says the pair have long New York police records and he is confident they are the right suspects.
Washington orders expert investigation by the general survey department into reported gold strikes in Modoc county California to verify claims and assess potential mining impact.
Father Dalton reports 7000 letters received this year from men and women seeking matches. The bureau claims wide reach, with applicants from multiple states and diverse backgrounds.
A letter writer argues the marriage question is crucial to society. He says women should seek men with financial stability but warns against chasing an apparently perfect partner. A rapid marriage is usually unhappy and letters from women emphasize actions over mere habits. He cautions about avoiding a rascal behind a veneer of virtue.
A set of aphorisms on marriage and family values by Father Dalton. The remarks cover economics of living as a couple, the dangers of speedy marriages, gendered desires, and the link between strong families and good government. The notes contrast wealth with happiness in marriage and emphasize enduring principles over hard times.
In Kansas City the Rev. William J. Dalton of the Church of the Annunciation operates a unique matrimonial bureau. He has received over 7,000 letters this year from hopeful men and women worldwide, teaches a weekly matrimonial school, and has already arranged 108 engagements with many marriages in process. He notes pride in men seeking good wives and has built a widely known service within his parish.
In Washington on August 14 a Senate debate focused on whether postal employees have a right to unionize or strike. Senator Smith argued employees may quit if dissatisfied, while Senator Root warned that government employees must not strike to protect public interests. The amendment limiting affiliations was defeated 20 to 31.
An auto driven by A. D. Carnes at 215 13th Ave North collided with a machine driven by T. J. Williams at Fourth and Pike last night. Williams’s car was badly damaged. passenger Mrs. M. C. Due, of 304 25th Ave South, was badly bruised and shaken. Carnes’s occupants were uninjured.
Los Angeles August 14 Earl Rogers chief counsel for the accused argues in the Darrow bribery case that the only evidence against Darrow is Franklin and that no corroboration exists. He praises Darrows McNamara defense saving J J McNamara who killed 21 men and accuses the district attorney of a hideous pact while noting Harringtons testimony faces suspicion.
An editorial from George M. Reynolds of the Continental & Commercial National Bank of Chicago forecasts a favorable harvest and a robust year for business. It cites expected crop yields, price trends, and rising savings, noting labor demand and potential railroad congestion during crop movement.
United Press dispatch reports Woodrow Wilson voicing support for the house move to pass the wool bill over President Taft's veto. Wilson, in New Jersey, urged senate action and outlined campaign plans including August 29 in Williams Grove Pennsylvania and a September 9 state fair appearance in Syracuse New York. Dennis McFadden, a deputy sheriff and prison van driver, was jailed for violating a traffic ordinance.
New York August 14. Grand jury probes Becker’s wealth tied to police graft after he deposited 59000 in four banks since November on a salary of 185 a month. District Attorney Whitman cites Becker’s real estate valued near 200000 and links wealth to a 2400000 yearly graft from gamblers. Becker claims honesty, but details await.
Washington observers say Taft's veto will stand and the wool bill cannot pass the Senate. With conferees split on sugar and excise tax bills, major tariff legislation seems unlikely this session. House backs free sugar but the Senate resists. Underwood abandons sugar agreement. An odd aside notes fashion advice about women and gowns.
Anna Jaeger fifteen daughter of Joseph Jaeger of 1612 Corwin Place drowned while swimming with sisters Mary and Eva and Mrs. George McCauley at Kennydale opposite Mercer Island. McCauley nearly drowned saving Anna. a rowboat retrieved the body and revived attempts failed. Funeral held at Marys church in the afternoon.
The will of George Kinnear who died in Seattle July 22 was admitted to probate. Mrs Angie Kinnear, widow, waives rights to the estate and receives one half. the other half worth 1 006 000 goes to sons Charles A and Roy J Kinnear. The court appoints Mrs Kinnear and the two sons executors. Miss Luella Davis, injured in the fatal auto crash, remains seriously hurt with head injuries after initially seeming to have leg injuries.
Montreal reports rumors that the steamer Corsican, which struck an iceberg yesterday, is more seriously damaged than first believed. wireless reports say government signal service men detected the ship near the impact site and Lake Champlain waits nearby.
Eckman and Richardson of the Swedish Athletic association finished their fishing trip Monday, using hooks and lines to land a catch before heading home.
The verse portrays a hired man named Dob who finds steady work mowing a meadow. Flo remains unfazed by the cold and shows no fear or tears as the lead is taken in the field.
A fragmented clipping notes a Wednesday event linked to Stevens and a private halis matter with unclear details and timing. Names and places are unreadable, but the reference implies a midweek occurrence affecting individuals.
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