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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1909
Page
7
On December 4 a violent episode occurred when a man named Eric Bridenberger attacked his wife and damaged furniture in their home. Police were alerted after the suspect’s threats and calls to the office seeking a deputy, with the affair escalating over several days.
Five armed robbers bound and robbed the Daniel S oat store at 2290 15th Ave W last night taking about 380 in gold and cash from the till and drawers. Lyppes Mrs and F H were tied and threatened while they searched the shop and living room for valuables. A number of keys and a gold chain were later found outside the door.
Officials audited hospital expenses totaling 243.96 for November 27 and related dates. John H. Laycock furnished materials and work including paint, tile, and plumbing upgrades amid reports of sanitary neglect and grime.
Dec 4 report says Lewis Who Thursday shot and killed Clark a Valley hotel sheep herder in a self defense case. Investigating officers say two men had bad feeling and Clark was killed after a rifle and revolver were used in the incident.
The hearing for MB W and other defendants on the arrest for conduct is scheduled for December 13. Justice Fred Brown sets bond at $500 for Nile and Roscoe. Proceedings begin at 9 10 and 10 a m at the Bard location with Ballard overseeing the undertakings.
A. V. Bouillon told Young Republican members at Olympus cafe that as mayor he would keep the city engineer’s department separate from the mayor’s office and not dictate policies. He argued property owners should decide the extent of city improvements and criticized lighting and water departments for mismanagement.
Abe Ruef, once a political boss under Mayor Eugene Schmits, says he will not be punished with penal servitude for crimes tied to San Francisco politics. He was released on bail of 350000 dollars by Judge Cabannis and plans a broad appeal, claiming extensive grounds and a 6000 page record.
Residents demand better streetcar service on Madison Street as Beattie Electric President Jacob Furth with city officials proposes rerouting or removing the cable system. A Madison Park Improvement Club committee led by C. McGlivern Cassius Williams and W M Calhoun surveys plans and a mass meeting is scheduled Thursday to report findings.
Mrs BH L Nanthrup of Ballard Washington writes April 2 1909 praising Arnold’s Indian Remedies for curing asthma hay fever and goitre after starting treatment October 28 1908. She reports no asthma attacks and no goitre and ability to perform winter work. She expresses deep gratitude for regaining health.
Callers listed include A. C. Haverland McMurray WA B Riley Bow WA RK 8 Bergess Bellingham WA Mra Henry Comstock Gibbon MT Mra F Coates Rockford IL D Taylor Utica MN Offer of free sample and free massage with Arnold's Vibrator at 86 Arcade Bidge Seattle.
The four masted British bark Matterhorn loaded with 100000 bushels of barley left Portland November 17 for Ipswich and went down 70 miles southwest of the Umatilla lightship in a November 28 gale. Three crew were lost, 19 saved after 80 hours at sea. Survivors reached the lightship and Captain Cogle delivered news. The vessel was iron, 266 feet long, 40 feet beam, built in 1883.
Local switchmen's strike shows little change as railroads hire a few new workers and freight moves slightly. Union leaders claim major lines like the Great Northern and Northern Pacific are completely shut, yards overflow, and few non union workers are being found, while railroad officials dispute the scope of the disruption.
The article discusses bad breath linked to dental and stomach issues and endorses charcoal as a stomach remedy. It cites digestion and fermentation problems as causes and promotes Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges as a practical, portable cure sold for 25 cents a box with a free sample on request.
The advertisement markets men’s wear including tailored overcoats trousers and dress suits. It promotes a new line of clothing such as hats caps and suitcases with rental full dress suits also available at 1400 WihsTAV. Wonderful values and calidad.
Edwin J. Brown of Seattle accuses a Washington dental combine of monopolizing licensure and examinations in Marysville and across the state. He urges citizens to support Dr. Hamshaw, fights to end the alleged alliance, and plans a legislative-sister article series.
Prosecuting Attorney George F. Vanderveer ordered Deputy Rob ert W Prigmore to secure extradition papers for banker W W Smith who is on trial at Winnipeg Canada. Smith allegedly ran a private Seattle bank and fled the city on bond of 1250 dollars after being accused of swindling small property owners of Seattle and Puget Sound counties out of 10000 to 25000 dollars. If released on a Winnipeg charge, extradition papers will be served and Smith will be brought here for trial.
Sheriff Armine reports a mob of Aetna Standard steel mill strikers attacked surgeons tending riot victims in Columbus. He cites proof of prior planning by mob leaders and notes earlier assaults on workers at American Sheet Steel Tin Plate. The unrest intensified with armed rioters roaming the streets.
Bridgeport reports indicate a plan to place all for troops in charge of the strike situation at the Aetna Standard steel mill as of December 4, with ongoing measures affecting production and labor dynamics.
Rioting over a strike at the Bridgeport mill injures several, including a wife struck by a brick hurled at her husband. Two guards are seriously hurt as shots are fired and strike breakers from Cleveland and Pittsburg are brought in. Governor Harmon orders 1500 troops to Bridgeport to restore order at Sheriff Armine's request.
C W Moulton, head of the printing committee, says at least 20 job printing shops will close tonight for an indeterminate period affecting about 200 printers. The International Typographical Union demands a 12 percent wage increase and shortened hours for operators and workers. Clarence Hanford of Lowman Hanford dismisses the demand as preposterous.
The article notes uncertainty over a shop's future with possible closure or nonunion reopening. William Piggott of the Metropolitan Press says layoffs may occur as work slows, while union members plan a meeting to discuss the proposal. union leaders at the labor Temple have not issued an official statement.
The International Institute of Wireless Telegraphy offers a world tour prize to the student wireless operator with the highest merit and greatest proficiency. The award includes $100 in gold, a medal, and a free eight month trip around the world beginning June 1, 1910.
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