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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1913
Page
1
In Connecticut a mother, Mrs. Bessie Wakefield, faces execution by hanging next March for complicity in her husband’s murder. She denies the crime, insisting she did not assist the killer who claimed her involvement. The piece criticizes the state’s planned action and references Governor Baldwin.
Santa Claus visits Fred Boalt and Joe Schermer to revive Dreamland with a new partnership Santa proposes a larger tree plan to outdo Mique and the Star and Boast publicity, promising three shifts at the factory and a bigger chimney friendly gift drive for little chimney children.
UTAH LAKE December 1 A Mexican fugitive Lopez holed up in the Apex mine near Lake with one rifle and supplies. A siege followed as lawmen and volunteers converged. Lopez killed Deputy Sheriff Halsy and Mandrich after entering the mine. Hundreds pursued him and exits were blocked. A riflemen squad guarded the mine while attempts were made to force surrender.
A Seattle petition protests Connecticut's planned execution of Mrs. Beasie Wakefield urging Governor Baldwin to commute the sentence. The document cites Washington State’s abolition of capital punishment and argues life imprisonment suffices to remove societal threat. Signers include city officials, lawyers, teachers, and church leaders.
Mayor Cotterill vetoes transfers of saloon licenses to John Melling and Collier Vandermark. The first would relocate to 404 Washington Street from 600 Sixth Avenue, deemed a violation of corner saloon norms. The second license at 3101 First Avenue is rejected for location in a residential area far from existing saloons.
Persistent rumors spread in Mexico City that President Huerta was dead though officials dismissed them as speculation. Observers familiar with his habits doubted the reports and noted he remained in the city despite claims he departed.
Geraldine Farrar the noted songstress is ill in New York as of December 1 with unspecified ailment affecting voice and performance plans. Local fans await further details on her condition and next appearances.
Any four coupons clipped from The Star numbered consecutively and presented with 15 cents at The Seattle Star office entitle the holder to a 65 cent Pennant. Hawaii Pennants are now out. Pennants mailed for 5 cents more per Pennant. Bring or mail to The Seattle Star 1307 Seventh Ave near Union St.
Congress convened for the regular session as President Wilson prepares to address both houses. The Alaska railroad bill by Senator Chamberlain is set as a priority for Monday, with currency legislation likely within two months. The main message will push regulation of large corporations and women’s rights debate resumes next Wednesday.
Councilman Goddard proposed several amendments to the charter abolishing the board of public works vesting exclusive legislative powers in the council and removing the mayoral veto. If authorized by the council these changes would be submitted to voters at the spring election.
Union longshoremen walkout at Pier 5 protesting W C Dawson Puget Sound Shipping Association secretary and Osaka agent for alleged discriminatory hiring. Chicago Maru loads cargo as only four to five men work on deck.
Backed by Councilman Frickson this afternoon the council prepared a resolution authorizing Superintendent Ross of the lighting department to seek a franchise to extend city light and power service beyond city limits. If approved, Ross will apply to the county commissioners for a franchise in the Duwamish valley where residents oppose Puget Sound Traction Light Power Co.
The British bark Lynton, 43 days from Santa Rosalia on the west coast of Mexico, arrives at Port Townsend this morning after a rough voyage. Officials say reports of a mutiny signal at Cape Flattery were incorrect. no trouble aboard.
One of Seattle’s largest concert audiences will hear Dame Melba and Kubelik in a joint recital at the Moore theatre tonight. By noon all tickets were sold and seats were being placed on the stage. The performance is under the auspices of the Ladies' Musical club.
The Star lauds Bob Bridges port commissioner for standing against the Ayers terminal scheme on Harbor Island. It credits his steadfast opposition, despite slander, for Seattle's eventual caution and calls Bridges a model public servant deserving of praise.
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