McNamara Brothers Face Confession Debate and Federal Probe
Los Angeles dispatch reports District Attorney Fredericks asserting some labor leaders denouncing the McNamaras are guilty of the same crimes they condemn and that he has proof. Darrow and associates deny any self incriminating statements. Federal subpoenas and a grand jury probe loom as the brothers await witness testimony.
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United Preos
Los Angeles
Fredericks
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John J. McNamara
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Jim
M'Namara Brothers
Joseph Scott
J. J. McNamara
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J. B. McNamara
McNamara
LeCompte Davis
Walter Bordwell
the Star
Seattle
Bargain Keeps in McNamara Case Judge Bordwell Rules
J B McNamara receives life imprisonment at San Quentin for murder while his brother John J McNamara is sentenced to fifteen years. The judge followed prosecutors recommendations, praising the state’s handling and noting potential parole after seven years. The case involved threats of disturbance and saw both men collapse emotionally during sentencing.
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J. B. McNamara
Scores
Los Angeles
McNamara Brothers
Fredericks
Idwell
J. B. James B. McNamara
Bordwell
San Quentin
John J. McNamara
International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers
Hall of Justice
James B. McNamara
James G. McNamara
McNamara
James
John McNamara
James J. McNamara
James B
Barnabas
Brice
John J
Hammell
Darrow
Davis
Scott
Bridge of Sighs
Labor Law
Zednick Marries Helen Tillman in Los Angeles Nuptials
A romance formed at undergraduate days culminated in the marriage of Miss Helen Catherine Tillman and Victor Zednick. The ceremony was held at the bride’s aunt's Los Angeles home with Dorothy Plummer as bridesmaid and Melvin T. Palmer, UC athletics manager, as best man. The couple will return to Seattle after a brief visit to San Francisco.
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Helen Catherine Tillman
Victor Zednick
Los Angeles
A. R. Plummer
Dorothy Plummer
Melvin T. Palmer
University of California
San Francisco
Leavened Jail Escape Ends in White House Street Accident
Philip Brand, 72, a regular inmate at the city jail, was released at dawn and five minutes later struck by a motor car in front of the police station. He was taken to the city hospital claiming no injuries, but doctors fear possible spinal injuries.
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Philip Brand
Yesler
Hillman appeal confirms conviction in major federal case
The circuit court of appeals yesterday upheld C. D. Hillman’s conviction for using the mails to defraud in real estate schemes. His two and a half year term at MacNeil’s will be reduced to 17 months under good behavior rules, with a $5,200 fine. The ruling also upholds sentences for jury tampering tied to the case. Hillman has previously faced bribery and letter-sentencing actions. The defense plans further appeal to the U S court.
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C. D
Hillman
Danworth
E. B. Kirk
M. J. Webb
McNeil's
Circuit Court
Federal Court of Washington
Donworth
Father Cairns in Critical Illness Amid Family Vigil
Washington figure known as Father Cairns, 88, nears declining health as family gathers at his bedside. Longtime Baptist pastor, led Fremont Baptist Church for a decade until last September, surrounded by wife Mother Cairns and six children Joan Patterson, Margaret Munn, EF Trimble, James Cair, J W Caltrans, and Robert Cairn.
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James Cairne
Cairns
Washington
Baptist Church
Fremont Baptist Church
Joan Patterson
Spokane
Margaret Munn
EF. T. Trimble
Seattle
James Carr
J. W
Women jurors excused for courthouse reasons
Judge Gay announced the courthouse was not convenient for women jurors. Four of eight summoned yesterday asked to be excused. Those serving for the month are Annie Hansen Lily Hamilton Mrs E Mowry and Sylvia Beckwith with addresses listed.
Simple Sue Says Ma Locked Bureau Drawer Up
A fragment quotes Simple Sue asking why Ma locked the bureau drawer. The line hints at domestic mystery as the narrator notes a locked storage, suggesting secrecy or a hidden item.
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Simple Sue
Weather outlook with rain and light winds
Occasional rain expected tonight and Wednesday with moderate south easterly winds. Noon temperature forecast is 42 degrees.
Rule of Reason Praised By President In Trust Ruling
President hails Supreme Court standard of reason as sane solution to trust problem. The message argues the decision revitalizes Sherman antitrust law and that only supplemental legislation is needed to dissolve trusts and foster competition. It notes the tobacco trust ruling as particularly strong and calls for expert government aid in dissolution.
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Supreme Court
Washington
Taft
Con
Cision
Tobacco Trust
Fire on Humboldt Steamer Threatens Vintage Vessel
A fire broke out at 5 30 this morning on the Alaskan steamer Humboldt, burning the hull between the outer and inner wooden frames. Firefighters battled the blaze for two hours. damage was nominal and the vessel was saved.
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Humboldt
Engineer cites Duwamish dock limits for large ships
County Engineer Morrison tells commissioners the Duwamish dock site cannot handle large sea going vessels. He notes the Minnesota at over 640 feet would not fit the waterway, which will be 400 feet wide.
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Morrison
Duwamish
Minnesota
When Acquaintance Deepens Names May Be Used
A dialogue between two people on intimate naming practices. He notes he will call her by her first name as they get better acquainted. She responds that she hopes their closeness will reach a point where friends can use her last name.
Lake Washington frontage sale offers beach access
Property offers fine alder bottom and view land overlooking Lake Washington. Purchasers receive free use of Lake Washington Beach and 80 specified in their deeds. Two trips daily, rain or shine. Don’t delay, come in at once.
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Lake Washington
Fixed food prices now before court
The Fisher Flour Milling Company seeks an injunction against Westlake grocer C A Swanson to stop selling flour below 1.66 for a 49 pound bag after a claimed agreement. The case arises as manufacturers claim price control over retail sales. Veterans groups plan progressive whist and luncheons at U S Grant fortress events with Mrs Katherine Shinn Cox.
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Fisher Flouring Milla Company
C. A Swanson
Westlake
Dykeman
U. S. Grant Fortress
Katherine (Shinn) Cox
48Th
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Veterans’ Hall
Large Body of Progressives at Tacoma Demand Extra Session
Progressives from across the state met at the Temple of Music in Tacoma led by Nelson Durham Spokane as chairman and Jue ith of Seattle as secretary. They planned a 2 pm meeting with Governor Hay to urge calling an extra session to pass a presidential primary law.
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Tacoma
Nelson Durham
Spokane
Jueith
Seattle
Hay
Hot Election in Los Angeles as Mayor Race Draws Crowds
United Press reports Los Angeles on election day shows tense scenes near polling places with Harriman and Alexander supporters rallying. Women for both organizations are active and a high share of the registered vote is expected to be cast as candidates claim victory.
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United Press
Los Angeles
Harriman
Alexander
Chicken reel latest dance trend in Newport society
The chicken reel, a dance imitating a chicken’s walk before morphing into a two step, gains popularity among late stayers in Newport. Introduced by Mrs. Regele Vanderbilt, it will debut in New York during the holiday season as a successor to the grizzly bear.
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United Press
Newport
R. L
Regele Vanderbilt
New York
Supreme Court Denies Stay of Trial for Chicago Packers
Washington December 5 supreme court today denied the application of Chicago packers for a stay of trial.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Chicago Packers
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