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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1904
Page
1
The Cleveland corporate lawyer who once represented Mrs Chadwick and now represents Sir Reynolds connected to the $5,000,000 securities involved in the Chadwick case is among the figures appearing in the evolving legal dispute.
An attacker struck Col Kisliakowski, Odessa chief of police, on the head with an iron bar today. He was left in serious condition, while the assailant escaped amidst the chaotic incident reported from St. Petersburg.
New York dispatch describes William Stermin Jr testimony about a cab scene after a shot. Caesar Young found with head injured. Patterson's dress described. Abe Levy notes expected trial completion by December 22. Salt Lake report adds six subpoenas in the Smoot case including Sevier county clerk to supply marriage records.
The United States circuit court heard a case to recover 109412.12 dollars as the balance on the will of Henry G. Marquaid. Executed by Allan Marquaid Henry G. Ward and Harold Godwin as executors against Frank B. Poor who gave a 200000 dollar promissory note to the deceased.
Amelia sank midstream while forcing through ice near Bellaire Ohio this morning. Ten men aboard clung to ice edge and were rescued nearly exhausted by exposure.
A Scripps report says Japanese forces push into Port Arthur with heavy damage after destroying major Russian ships. The dispatch notes battleships cruisers and support vessels disabled in the harbor as bombardment continues.
Mrs. Chadwick believes she will still secure bonds as authorities pursue a Carnegie subpoena. The item notes men's involvement and a legal action connected to the case, with the emphasis on ongoing efforts to obtain financial remedies.
The statement outlines Mrs Chadwick's business reach centered in Ohio and Pittsburgh. It shows 500000 secured from Citizens National Bank of Oberlin and other sources in Lorain County Ohio, 500000 borrowed from businessmen in Pittsburgh, and 190000 borrowed from Herbert D. Newton, totaling 1.2 million.
In New York Mrs. Chadwick shows optimism about securing bondsmen as bail efforts fail. United States Marshal Henkel serves a Cleveland subpoena on Andrew Carnegie to testify before the Cleveland grand jury in the Chadwick case. In Chicago a similar Carnegie subpoena is issued. Cleveland grand jury resumes with bank receivers testifying about large notes tied to Carnegie suspects.
Argyle faces trial in superior court for maintaining a gambling resort in Georgetown. As the first defendant under the new felonious gambling law in this county, the case draws attention amid a broader crackdown. Prosecutor King Beott leads the state's case while Argyle, defended by Morris and Shipley, contends he did not run or profit from the game. Scott subpoenas 18 witnesses. jury selection and opening testimony occupy the morning, with demurrer arguments heard before Judge Tallman.
Attorney O Dany for the defendants argues in federal court that Marie Ware A D Puter Emma Wu and Horace McKinney cannot be tried as charges overlap with earlier convictions. If upheld only Guy Huff remains to face trial with proceedings set to begin tomorrow unless the plea succeeds.
The annual report of the secretary of Commerce and Labor shows the United States documented merchant shipping at year end totaling 24 668 vessels and 6 291 535 gross tons the largest in history. Foreign trade tonnage is less than one sixth while registered steam tonnage rose 212 514 gross tons and sail tonnage fell 140 740 gross tons. American shipping in foreign trade carried 10 3 percent of our exports and imports in the past fiscal year.
Charlies Larned and Mercer Island residents press a scheme to dissolve the Industrial School led by Maj. Newell by injunction. They allege the boys are too tough and theft endangers farm life, arguing dissolution is the only remedy. a 165 pound halibut from Neah Bay is also noted in a separate report.
Saturday night H G Potter of 6701 Weed Street was robbed at gunpoint of $8. The thieves examined his watch then fled. Detectives searched, and J G Smaith and James Smith were arrested on suspicion. Patrolman Martin detained the suspects.
The Seattle Star reports a long campaign ending in lease signing for a new Central Market block on Seneca University Fourth Fifth, with an auditorium for 6 000 to 7 000, 350 stalls, and a $200 000 building plan. J A Moore champions the project, with Colonel D B May, Herbert C Taylor and W B Allison leading the Central Market company and public inspections to prevent stale goods.
East and west city officials meet to discuss licensing slot machines and tightening enforcement of the gambling felony law. They seek revenue from licensing and fear graft accusations if the law is not enforced while some want its repeal or reform. Legislation may be sought to resolve these conflicts.
Martin L Devaney and Thomas Culp, two Democratic election officials in Precinct 10 Ward 7, were today sentenced to one year in county jail and a $1000 fine. They were convicted of fraud in the recent election where 262 fraudulent votes were cast in this precinct.
In Washington the senate this afternoon took up the Philippines franchise bill after laying aside the pure food measure. Senator Newlands argued for government ownership of all railroads in the Philippines.
John Alexander Dowie paid off Zion City industries debts today, completing a final payment of $140,000 in Chicago. The move completes the settlement of financial obligations tied to Zion City enterprises.
New York dispatch notes heavy weather with liners arriving. A telegram from Highland Light reports four drowned from the fishing schooner Fish Hawk. Paris reports Dr. Percy Chadwick arriving at the Continental Hotel and declining interviews.
Victim Mrs. James Jewett reports four robbery attempts at 1815 East Denny Way. Clues include a lady's white glove and a black mask found at the scene. Police investigation underway.
Mrs. James Jewett reports a series of robberies and break in attempts at 1815 East Denny Way Seattle. A night shift worker, Mr. Jewett, leaves his wife alone to guard the house. A night gun misfired while a would be thief tried to pick a front door lock. A white glove and black mask were found Friday night. The couple consider moving to escape further harassment.
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