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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1903
Page
8
Aug 14 reports reveal an organized boodling gang inside Multnomah County offices under the Heat administration. Taxpayers lost thousands across departments with Bert Black’s report alleging long term theft in county operations.
May investors press for public access as the board of equalization debates personal property taxes on Seattle Electric Company. Councilman James accuses agenda of political bias while Furth defends a cautious approach and promises review of assessment rolls before a final decision.
Judge Morris granted a TRO to Alex Merriman prohibiting refusers by supply houses to furnish materials for Merriman’s business. The case has run days of hearings. Tickets to go East via Northern Pacific at low rates, sale dates August 18, 10, 2, 2, with L A Nadeau as general agent. Beattie. ose. Ladive admitted free at The Meadows daily this week, including Saturday.
London dispatch reports Parliament prorogued with ministers noting anticipated results from France and the Loubet administration. The speaker praised pacification efforts in colonial regions, tax relief in the Tedian empire, and urged welfare progress for Ireland amid unsettled European affairs.
The Steamer Santa Ane arrived at noon from Vaides with 10 passengers aboard including fishermen from the Orca cannery and miners from Nesina. Battery G of the second United States artillery accompanied the voyage and a cargo of canned goods, salt, and ore from the Ellamar copper mine was listed.
Chief Justice L Llare of Delaware denounces mob violence in a Chautauqua assembly address. He condemns the recent lynching, accuses supporters of anarchy, and calls for firm legal restraint to prevent further outbreaks of lawlessness.
Washington inspector general reports say Loule, superintendent of post office supplies, prepared retirement after investigation found purchases of cancellations at inflated prices. Postmaster General Payne confirmed Loule bought cancellation stock in bulk, exploiting market pricing for profit.
The second livery stable robbery in three days was reported this morning, with a stone thrown through Fraser's millinery store window at Second and Columbia streets. Other items note attorney Walter Wright’s visit to discuss moving to the state, a divorce filing by A W Burnell, the death of craftsman Schmitzeth at 443 Ward Street, and various steamer arrivals and lumber shipments.
A Great Lakes ship, the Bearte, sailing from Port Lodiow to Haiphong, China, endured a severe typhoon a day from its destination. Second Mate Johnson and a seaman were lost overboard. Anderson and another sailor were injured as the rigging was torn and water flooded holds. Captain Pilta reports the crew's peril and the ship’s coming departure from Haiphong after repairs, noting a prior voyage near a submarine volcano.
A travel piece praises the Great Northern railroad and Washington sights. It highlights the hotel Beattle and Roosevelt rooms with views of electric lights, night skyline, and the hotel tower. Noted are travelers Bethern and Nat CC who commend the elegant service and surroundings.
Walter Smith son of prominent citizen J Welter Smith appeared dead after deathbed rites began. The youth suddenly revived, opening his eyes and calling for his father, ending his first funeral rites with a calmer, less painful second death experience. The remarkable event shocked local residents.
Police Judge George presided over the case of Miss Gredier versus Mrs. Durke. Mrs. Durke, found guilty of assault and battery, was fined after admitting to seeking revenge for her husband’s quarrel. A witness described Durke’s display of strength and the resulting injuries to Gredier. The incident occurred August 6.
Afternoon meeting between Secretary Hitchcock and New York Attorney Lauterbach discussed a long Glecuesion believed linked to glove contracts in which Comercomman Littauer is involved. Lauterbach is among Littauer's attorneys.
Alexander Vachon urged by attorney W M Morris to wed Blanche Malax immediately, she wavers. Jury trial earlier ended in disagreement and discharge. Vachon remains a United prisoner on bail. Breach of promise suit against Vachon unresolved. The wife sought divorce and was granted $29 alimony by Supreme Judge Morris. Fall block sale promoted by King Bros at 914 Fleet Ave.
The Woodmen of the World executive committee votes to fund the Labor Temple project at the exposition site. The Labor Temple opening night will feature booths along Union Street, preserving the archway and ticket booths. Committee members include A H W McCormick as chairman and A J Moeckert as secretary.
D F Shearer treasurer and Charles Wray manager with M R Coleman W Newman and EBIL Melton announce the captain will begin on March 28 and continue until September 6.
The Comptroller of the Currency discusses upcoming monetary measures and seeks Carlisle’s input to align with both Democratic and other framers. The president invites Carlisle to share views on present financial problems and policy directions.
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