City Theater Managers Cleared in Sunday Prosecution
In a Justice court trial this morning, two theater managers were found not guilty. Sgt Al McDonald testified about the Grand Opera House incident on Dec 1, while juries ruled the law not to apply as intended. Chief Wappenstein signaled no further arrests if similar prosecutions fail.
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Justice Court
Mullty Gabe
Wappenstein
Rel
al " McDonald
Grand Opera House
Felton
William James H. Dawley
W. D. Albion
BW. Andrews
J. O& McMallen
K. M. Anderson
D. J. Inverarity
J. L. McKean
B. Horton
M. Shaw
George W. McKaskey
W. K. Turner
James Lee
Alex Pantages
City printing contract sparks Seattle council row
In a contentious session the Seattle City Council voted to award the 1908 city printing contract to the Seattle Bulletin amid accusations of a grafted deal and calls for reform. Councilman Murphy and Corporation Counsel Calhoun faced sharp criticism while opponents urged bid openness and a public works board takeover.
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William H. Murphy
Seventh Ward
Scott Calhoun
Seattle Bulletin
James Kelso
Eleventh Ward
Seattle
Times
The
Post-Intelligencer
Brethen
Morning Times
City Council Giveaway Night Briefly Vacates Streets
City council opened a rationed giveaway night offering portions of streets cutting off con with Lake Washington to individuals. Estimated total giveaway spans about one third of a mile in length and several feet in width. During street vacation discussions council members exchanged barbs alleging bad faith and personal party interests. Vacated streets include portions of 42nd and 37th avenues and West Galer Street.
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Con
Lake Washington
42Nd
37Th Ave
W. Galer
League to Seek Pledges from All Party Candidates
The party pledged to mail each filing candidate a copy of its principles and the resolution, inviting attendance at a league meeting next Saturday night to address campaign issues. The organization will remain neutral between rivals, ensuring applicants align with party principles.
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Orter
Pal Ownership League
League
Municia
Smile Club promotes real happiness for all
A note urges forming a Smile Club to spread cheer and combat gloom. It calls for cheerful people to join, share optimism, and improve the town by making others smile, resisting Wall Street’s dour mood.
Seattle and Portland Clearing Totals Reported Today
Seattle clearings reported today totaling 1 087 400 16 with balances 168 176 06 Tacoma and Portland clearings amounting to 824 318 00 with balances 114 108 00. The figures reflect daily financial activity across several Pacific Northwest cities.
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Seattle
Halances
Tacoma
Portland
Kelley elected to King County Republican Committee
H. G. Kelley was chosen as the Twelfth ward member of the executive committee of the King County Republican club at a meeting held last night in the Oriental building.
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H. G. Kelley
Twelfth Ward
King County Republican Club
Rooma
Oriental Building
Gill Files Declaration for Third Ward Candidacy
Councilman Hiram Gill officially declares his candidacy to seek re election as Third Ward member. He files with the city comptroller stating address at 626 36th Ave and affiliation with the Republican party.
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Hiram CC
Gil
Gills
Seattle Water Bonds Blocked by Supreme Court Ruling
In Olympia the Washington Supreme Court blocked the City of Seattle from issuing a 2.5 million dollar Cedar River water system bond plan. The court ruled the proposal did not match the voters’ approval and failed to meet statutory requirements, reversing a lower court ruling and reinstating the council ordinance.
Assassination on Street In Seattle Japanese Merchant Shot
Nakamura a newly arrived Japanese merchant was shot and killed on Fourth Avenue near Jackson Street about 5 PM. Sam Mori a fellow Japanese turned himself in claiming self defense amid a murky motive linked to a detained maid. Nakamura lived at 4 Maynard Avenue with his family and was taken to Bonney Watson's after the shooting.
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T. Nakamura
Orient
Sam Mori
Fourthay
Jackson St
Nakamura
Nekamere
Desperate Firebugs Target Morrison Mill in Bellingham
In Bellingham on a Sunday night two men, angry over a 26 cent wage dispute, torched five gallons of turpentine over ten carloads of dressed lumber at the Morrison Mill plant. A fast-acting night watchman spotted them before a match was struck and they fled. The mill is shut down.
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United Press
Bellingham
Wash
Morrison Mill Company
Democratic Primaries Split Democrats Over Straight Ticket
The Democratic party faces a split as primaries reveal a strong Bryan faction within the ranks. Delegations show Bryan influence in many districts and some delegations consist entirely of Bryan supporters. A platform prepared by Bourbon leaders favors municipal ownership and Sunday closing law enforcement.
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Democratic Party
Democratic Organization
Moore
Srr
Tromeal Bryan
Democratic Club
Tom Johnson
Cleveland
Ohio
Kulies Declares Mayoral Run As Democrat Candidate
W. W. Kulles the Yesterway cigar dealer announced to Third ward Democrats that he will seek the Democratic nomination for mayor opposing Gen. James St. Metcalf. He vows a clean anti corruption campaign, claiming he will be a true Democrat and will not align with corporations or disreputable gambling interests.
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W. W. Kulles
Yesterway
James St. Metcalf
Democratic Party
Kullen
Aron
Democratic Rtg
Kulles
Gen. Metcalfe
Hiryan
Kulies
Wilme Tucker
A. Ballinger
George Turner
Counclilman
Egalnet Ot. C
Lumber loader fatally injured in Tacoma incident
James Rowe aged 34 was fatally injured at 8 o'clock this morning in Tacoma while loading lumber onto a car and died two hours later.
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United Press
Tacoma
Wash
James Rowe
All 16 battleships anchor for Christmas review in Norfolk
NORPOLK Virginia December 10 All sixteen battleships are assembled and ready to move as Rear Admiral Evans fronts a fleet split to the Pacific coast. The squadron heads toward Trinidad for Christmas anchorage before a fleet review by President Taft and Secretary Metcalf.
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United Press
Norpolk
Pacific Coast
Evans
Vest
Metcalf
Trinidad
Walsh Trial Resumes After Juror Illness Delays Proceedings
The United Press reports in Chicago that banker John Walsh trial resumed after a week long delay due to Juror Watkins illness. The government was barred from presenting evidence that Walsh loaned himself funds on stocks deemed worthless by the New York Stock Exchange, a ruling that weakens the prosecution’s case.
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United Press
Chicago
John Walsh
Watkins
Walsh
New York
Thia
Illegal School Election Sparks Legal Debate in Everett
Everett officials dispute the legality of the Saturday school election held under ward arrangements not yet in effect. Attorneys say consequences will be limited despite the vote casting and questions over warding.
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Everett
New York Stock Market Opens Heavy on Fractured Declines
New York stock trading opens with heavy activity and fractional declines as London markets weaken American shares. The morning favors weakness with selective support from strong buyers, but after noon selling intensifies and prices slide further, notably in sugar and other sectors.
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United Press
New, York
London
And
Veteran actor James H. Stoddart dies at 80 in Seabrook NJ
James Henry Stoddart aged 80, renowned actor, died at his Seabrook New Jersey home yesterday after a long illness. He starred in Beside the Ronnie Briar Hush under the management of the late Kirk La Shellie.
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New York
James Henry Stoddart
Searen
N. J
Ronnie Briar Hush
Kirk la Shellie
Taft Refrains Meeting After Mother's Death
Plymouth dispatch says President Grant was contacted today while Secretary Taft refused to see anyone due to the death of his mother.
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United Press
Plymouth
Grant
Taft
Hesseltine Granted Divorced After Bigamy Claim
Charles E Hesseltine wins a divorce from Jennie F Hesseltine after proving the wife had married him without a prior divorce from her prior husband. The couple wed in Victoria on October 10 1903.
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Charlies E. Hesseltine
Jennie F. Hesseltine
Victoria
Urges Aid for the Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition
The Seattle Chamber of Commerce urges a vigorous campaign by Be wilie and Washington to persuade senators and congressmen of government participation in the Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition. Arrangements are underway to open Merchants' National Bank in Portland. A special $400 000 appropriation for Alaska road work next year is asked of Congress. The final court martial of Gen. Stoense l is in progress at Petersburg. Henry M. Hoyt of Washington State is named attorney general of Porto Rico. A receding wave washed a loaded stagecoach near Marshfield Oregon, casting passengers into the sea.
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Seattle Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
Be Wilie
Washington
Merchants’ National Bank
Portland
Ore
Alaska
Congress
Stoense
Petersbore
Port Arthur
Henry M. Hoyt
Washington State
Blackmail Case in Portland Heads to Demurrer Hearing
In Portland on December 10, the circuit court will hear at 9:30 a.m. the demurrer in the case against Mrs. Belle Way Mire and KH B. Redding charged with attempting to blackmail Mayor Lane and ruin his reputation. Judge Cleland presiding.
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United Press
Portland
Ore
Belle Waymire
KH. B. Redding
Lane
Cleland
Republicans file declarations for various ward councilman seats
Charles F. Drager of 16521 15th av. Med his declaration for the Republican nomination in the second ward. May 1. Ingraham of 501 15th av. N. former Seattle Public Schools principal filed his declaration for the Republican nomination in the seventh ward. Alfred B. Parker of 2608 North 42nd St. filed his declaration for the Republican nomination from the tenth ward.
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Charles F. Drager
15Th Av
Ingraham
15Th Av. N
Seattle Public Schools
Alfred B. Parker
North 42Nd St
Puget Sound Power Camp Injunction Case Details
Fragments describe a 19th century matter involving Puget Sound Power and local officials and a grand jury like inquiry. The text references county assessors and improvised hearings with an injunction discussed, hinting at a legal action against an energy firm and municipal figures.
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Puget Sound
Gicvent
Eithhoe Eaveney
The Star Declares Murphy Unworthy Of Voters Trust
The Star lambastes Mr Murphy for evasive council actions on city printing bids and hints at possible future deals. It expresses relief he avoided a mayoral run and asserts he lacks backbone to stand against corrupt forces. The paper claims Murphy hinted at charter revisions to favor a printing contract.
Man Fined for Stealing Dog in Local Court
J. and Steele were fined $25 and costs by Justice Carroll on the charge of stealing a valuable bull pup from D. A. Upper, a local real estate man and dog fancier. Steele claimed he found the brass collar on Union street and denied knowing the dog, but Upper proved Steele had the dog in his lodging room.
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J. & Steele
Justice Carroll
D. A. Upper
Steele
Upper
Union St
Mr. Upper
Body of Croke Olinee Brought to City After Camp Explosion
The body of Croke Olinee, a Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul railway employee, killed by a dynamite blast at Johnson's construction camp near North Bend on December 7, has arrived in Seattle and lies at Bonney-Watson's. He reportedly left money in a local bank and owned a land parcel in British Columbia. relatives are unlocated. Northern Pacific Railroad answers a state railroad commission case accusing hauling of defective cars from Seattle to South Tacoma, admitting the cars were defective but disputing the crew's capability to handle them. If punished, NP may be required to establish car shops at Seattle and other terminals.
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Croke Olinee
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway
Johnson
North Bend
Bonney-Watson’s
British Columbia
Hauti
Northern Pacific Railroad
State Railroad Commission
Seattle
South
Tacoma
Northern Pacific
Bold Robbery at Ballard Tells of Saniarium Heist
A masked robber entered Dr. J. A. Parry’s Ballard sanitarium around 9 last night and held up superintendent Pauline Hubbell. He demanded money, took a five dollar clearing house certificate and a cup of coffee, and left after a brief exchange revealing a grudge against Dr. Parry.
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Clearing House
J. A. Parry
Ballard
Pauline Hubbell
Hubbell
Highway robbery plot busted in Bellingham
Rev James Ceaulle, pastor of the AME church, was arrested after a plan to rob two prosperous men as they alighted from a train near 36th Street. Cassilly, linked to the scheme, could not be located. no charges against Ceaulle were filed and he was released. The report notes Ceaulle’s arrival in Bellingham and other distant items from Washington and a Supreme Court decision on an unrelated Minnesota law.
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United Press
Bellingham
James
Ceaulle
Wenery Ceautle
Dee
Cassilly
Casstils
Everett
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James Conway
J. B. Crichton
H. c. Gill
F. H. Hurd
A. G. Keene
Ellis Morrison
F. P. Mutlen
W. H Murphy
T. P. Revelle
R. T. Reynolds
Frederick Sawyer
Arnold Zhinden
the Post- Intelligencer
William J. Murphy
Board of Public Works
Charter Commission
Thirteenth Ward
Republican Club
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Smile Club
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