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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1905
Page
2
Mary, condemned to die for the murder of her husband, faced the gallows as a priest heard her final confession this morning. She showed no concern when the sheriff read the death warrant. this is the third reading. She declared she would die quietly and expressed no fear.
The British steamship Coulsdon, traveling from Portland to Yokohama with 3000 tons of wheat under Mitsui charter, burned wheat due to coal shortage after a typhoon. It reached Muroran on November 22 and then proceeded to Yokohama after repairs.
The varsity football team at the university today elected Crim as captain for next year. Crim has started at center for the past two seasons, reaching his junior year with strong support from teammates. Crilley also received honor votes but Crim won the position with little opposition.
O'Brien and Nelson school districts plan a housewarming to celebrate consolidation after months of dispute. A new $5,000 building with a fine appearance will replace old structures, ending public tension and featuring a social entertainment and feast.
Commissioner Charlies has been seriously ill for two weeks but is recovering and will attend a rapid board meeting. Once Commissioner Baker returns, the appointment of Dr. W. H. Carson to succeed Cr. ase as county physician will be made.
A forensically oriented note mentions A W Frater seeking a bad boy session in the superior court's foren sic department.
Brief noting afternoon sessions with a group of boys rounded up by the Tru ant Offices Ketchum and judges reporting charges with some receiving clean bills from probation officers for good behavior.
Volunteers of America and the local Women’s Christian Temperance Union plan a Christmas day feast for city waifs and orphans with a program and amusements. Captain J D Boyes of VOA invites contributions of money toys and eatables to his home at 714 Jefferson Ave unless a hall is chosen, the feast will be held at VOA quarters at 118% Second.
Bank clearings show on December 7 totals of $974,900.15 for 1906 and $716,168.57 for 1904. The increase over the same date last year amounts to $58,830.58.
The 36th birthday of Mrs. B Anthony was celebrated at 619 Marion with dancing as the feature. Vocal solos were performed by Miss Sadie Driver, Mrs Anthony and B Kaiser. Out of town guests included T Dryer of Milwaukee and Sergeant Dale of the U S Signal Corps who gave clever character sketches.
District Attorney Jerome pressed for minutes at the insurance investigating committee as Chairman Armstrong refused comment. Thomas F. Ryan’s attorney Paul Craveth conferred with Hughes, with Ryan expected to testify against John A. Hyland over estate charges. In Cincinnati, railroad receiver Harmon warns finances are worse than feared. John Jones faces attempted robbery charges and plans to plead guilty.
The crew of the St Francis will be paid off after a 12 month voyage ending in Seattle. About $16 800 is to be distributed among 96 or 30 Jacka noted for careless handling of pay. The St Manets left Beattie a year ago, traveled to the west coast of South America then to Sydney and Yokohama before reaching Seattle a few days ago.
The Scripture and Motherway families clash over a shared garden wall in a Superior Court case before Judge Yakey. Rocks and missiles flew across the fence, injuries were alleged, and litigation followed the alleged assault and a $4,517 claim for false arrest and malicious prosecution.
A veteran rail executive described the North Coast as a Vanderbilt backed transcontinental line. He outlined a route from New York’s Forty-second Street Grand Central to Buffalo, Chicago, and on through to Seattle via connections with Lake Shore Michigan, Chicago and Northwestern, Union Pacific, and related lines.
A fragmented OCR listing multiple directors and officers including Ruckman second vice president J F Lane H B Harber H J Bull J B Chliberg G F Cotterill Ho Emerson J A Forehand H F Grant BL G F C Harper FF W Burtt Pringle F B Rantman J Kin N BR Sibley H A I feldt Dr J H Saively ron Frank Waterhouse G A tue A B Calder H W Mix Villao Carkeek F B Barth W D Grives 8 L Lemmon EB J Det v W Wilshire J H Mae.
Mary Quinn, a sandspit disturbance figure, was fined $25 by Police Judge this morning after officers testified. The case notes her popularity among local sand spitters, jealousy, and a claim she returned for belongings left with a man nicknamed Russian Pete. Patrolmen Carleton and Ryan reported the incident.
In Washington on December 7 the house reduced the canal bill to 11 million dollars from 16.5 million after a 136 to 121 vote. Senator Tillman protested, demanding action on a campaign contribution resolution. Cushman queried Cortelyou about postoffice patronage, learning that efficient appointees stay on during good behavior.
Janette Faulkner files in superior court seeking to quiet title to lot 41 Palmdale Homestead. She claims the property was deeded by her deceased father, but faces adverse claims from Ed Faulkner and others including Cora McCulloch and Henry and Clarice Baller over overlapping boundaries.
The inquiry into the crash of steamers Ramon a and T. W. Lake concluded with both captains cleared of blame. Foggy conditions and cross examination showed both masters complied with the law.
The article lists several physicians urged by candidates for the physician post as Dr W P O Rourke retires January 1. Dr W H Carson is expected to secure the appointment, with Dr Don H Palmer J Crooks and Dr J C Sn named among applicants. Commissioners have received letters urging each candidate.
A newborn male child was found by an employee of Browney-Watson Co. undertakers at the corner of Pike and Minor while en route to a cemetery. Coroner Carroll was notified and said investigation would be of little use. He warns he will make an example of the first guilty person caught.
The annual election of officers will be held at the club rooms on the top floor of the Elite building at Second Ave and Pike St on Saturday from 9 a m to 9 p m. Candidates listed include O B White for president and George H Revalle for first vice president with W C O following.
John Mackintosh drew a small revolver in a Firet saloon when asked for a drink. Saloon staff mistook it for a hold-up and ejected him violently. He was later found by Patrolmen Mayor and Keefe and charged with drunkenness and disorderly conduct.
Safe Pence meets in Portland with state railroad commissioner John McMillan to discuss a subject not disclosed. The item hints at a public message urging readers to see page 6 for more details and to meet thousands of people there.
Eight Hurmah sailors attacked James Jamon from the Sutledge during a noon dispute over discipline. He was slashed and beaten, taken to a Marine hospital in Victoria for treatment. The Burmah proceeds with lumber cargo from Germania, B. C. to Madagascar.
An opinion by the state attorney general to the commissioner of public lands in Olympia holds that 20 upland owners on Kirkland side of Lake Washington may buy shore lands. The ruling touches the recent Kirkland incorporation dispute.
Washington plans to deepen militia funding under the Dick Bill with a 1 million dollar boost for rifle ranges target practice and equipment. It authorizes states to buy army stores from the War Department at regular troop prices and allows relief from unserviceable clothing. A mass meeting of shingle manufacturers in Bike Hall Alaska building is set for December 19.
Notice references self lighting gas manifolds at location G10 Pike Street and directs readers to meet them on page é for further details.
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