Change to City Accounting System Suggested by Auditors
City auditors urge a complete shift from the present lax accounting to a modern system. They recommend a full inventory as of year start, new books recording accruals, and real time financial standing. The plan aims to reduce duplicate work and reveal liabilities like outstanding warrants. City Treasurer George Russell faces an injunction from Moore Funding about Fourth Avenue sale.
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Acc
City Water Department
John Riplinger
George Russell
Moore Funding Company
Moerow
Athletic Woman Defends Doorway On Queen Anne Car
A woman aboard Queen Anne car No. 451 resisted conductor orders last night. She refused to move from the door as the car stopped, punched the conductor when he tried to push her, and kept her stance for about ten blocks while passengers cheered.
Indicted Bankers' Bail Hike Sought by District Attorney
In an Illinois case, Attorney William asked before judge to raise bail for Brown and W J from 75,000 to a higher amount. The district attorney cited startling revelations and urged that officials be given an opportunity to escape. Brown struggles to raise 75,000 and remains jailed. Bartnett is free on bail but faces doubt about securing new sureties.
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United Press
Ncisco
Willian
Jude
Brown
W. J Rain
Savings & Trust Com
Bartnett
Acquittals In Heater Case Trials Reported By Court
The court under ce Gordon acquits several heater managers amid rapid rulings. F H Don Star and Frank Kar Peshibit face trial for cases tied to Orpheum and Odeon theaters. Broad expectation remains that Sunday opening prosecutions will end in acquittals. Chief Wappenstein says no further arrests without orders, citing public verdict against theater closures.
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Ce Gordon
F. H. Don
Star
Frank Kar
Orpheum
Oliver
Odeon
Wappenstein
Father Awarded Cheadle Girl Custody in City Court
Rosale Cheadle was awarded to her father now residing here pending future disposition. The court cited blood relation as stronger than sentiment and ordered custody if the father treats the child properly. The girl had been brought from Los Angeles and briefly disappeared before being found in Brighten Beach.
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Latte Rosale Cheadle
Cheadle
Los Angeles
Brighten Beach
University of Washington Glee and Mandolin concert
The Glee club and Mandolin club of the University of Washington perform a concert in the university gymnasium on Saturday evening, followed by a dance for the musicians in attendance. The groups are touring Southwestern Washington with success.@end
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Glee Club
Mandolin Club
University of Washington
Southwestern Washington
Schooner Willis A Holden Loses Rudder In Turbulent Seas
Local reports say the schooner Willis A Holden of Globe Navigation Co has lost her rudder and is believed to be towed by the steam schooner Chas Nelson inbound from the cape. Other vessels Polaris Borealis arrive at Port Townsend and near-collision during gale Tuesday night.
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Willis A. Holden
Globe Navigation Co
Chas. Nelson
Cape
Port Townsend
Auto Leads to Trouble Over 60 Horsepower Wayne Car
The Wayne automobile, a 60 horsepower model, now under sheriff custody pending a decision in a suit filed by M Francia Kane against W A Raymond and wife seeks possession of the machine. Affidavits claim the car was bought on a payment plan and, since July 6, has been involved in accidents requiring costly repairs. Kane asserts the defendants failed to make payments and requests return of the car plus repair costs.
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Wayne
Acon
M. Francia Kane
W. A. Raymond
Kane
Bealdes
Montana Stable Suits To Block Name Use In Court
Alleging rights infringement, Montana Stables filed in superior court seeking an injunction to stop Montana Cab & Messenger Service from using the word Montana in its firm name. They also seek $2,000 in damages.
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Montana Stables
Montana Cab & Messenger Service
Montana
Diphtheria Cases Rise Amid Public Health Efforts
Despite rising diphtheria activity the impact on public schools remains limited. Health Officer Parry and numerous medical inspectors focus on outbreak control while school work continues with no fumigation interruptions this week. Two deaths occurred this month and four last month, with 44 cases reported so far in December.
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Parry
Judge Grants Dismissal Of Condemnation Suit With Amendment Right
Under Judge Griffin's order in the superior court the plaintiffs motion to dismiss condemnation proceedings brought by Toll Power and Transportation Co. is granted. The defendant corporation is allowed to file an amended petition.
Wife files for divorce in superior court
Anna B. Johnson petitions fault divorce from August A. Johnson alleging cruelty drunkenness and a stated vow not to be seen with her in public. The suit seeks relief in the superior court.
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Anna B. Johnson
August A. Johnson
Meeting for crusade on Alaska Yukon Pacific expo
Secretary Yandell of the Chamber of Commerce calls a Wednesday afternoon meeting with presidents and secretaries from state organizations in Seattle. The aim is to plan support for the Alaska Yukon Pacific exposition across the Union and in Congress.
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Yandell
Chamber of Commerce
Seattle
Union
Swindler Posing as Portland News Bureau Chief Sought
A man calling himself T. W. Lameden claimed to be bureau manager of a Portland news association and extorted money from local restaurants and landowners using bogus checks. Police are pursuing him as the search continues.
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Star Special Service
Portland
Ore
T. W. Lameden
Menu
Land Indien
Woman at Bottom of Portland Murder Case
A Pendleton special reports the motive in the Portland murder of William Dupuis by John Wynne. The fatal confrontation occurred early Thursday at Martin Denny's saloon. Coroner's jury found Wynne responsible but did not use the phrase murderous intent. Mrs Wynne backs her husband amid the crisis.
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United Press
Portland
Tee
William Dupuis
John Wynne
Martin Denny
Pendleton
Ore
Dupuis
Wynne
Wife files cross complaint in divorce suit
Agnes Forcier accuses husband Andrew Forcier of forcing cohabitation at his parents home and refusing to pay her board. They wed February 24 of this year and the estranged spouse's cross claim follows the original divorce action.
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Agnes Forcier
Andrew Forcier
Charges Claim Contract Violations In Desert Land Deal
James A. Moore and wife filed an answer and cross claim in superior court alleging breach of a contract with Nelson G. Blalock who seeks damages. The dispute centers on desert land improvements promised for 4 cents, not exceeding 20 000 dollars, and a premature termination of the deal.
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James A. Moore
Nelson G. Blalock
Plalock
Platock
Moore
Missing son haunts Irontown mother as search continues
Mrs Maria Kangery of Irontown Michigan prays for word on her missing son. The story mentions Kangery and John Coleman linked to a death at McCoy with Bergamint in Seattle, and lists family details including B D Bergamint of Baltimore. Christmas clothing sale ad follows with discount prices.
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Kangery
Tu Tle
Maria Kangery
Irontown
Mich
John Coleman
McCoy
Cole
I. Bergamint
Seatt
Mercer St
B D. Bergamint
W. Fairmont
Baltimore, Md
A Splendid Line of Silk Cravats Offered at Varying Prices
Silk cravats showcased with prices ranging from 50 cents to 3 dollars and 50 cents. Each cravat features its own display. Located at 805 First Ave Colman Building.
Public Market Offers Phone Access for Patrons
The Independent Telephone Company completed installing phones at the Public Market yesterday, with access available to every stall. Prices include cucumbers and lettuce at 10 cents each or three for a quarter, figs two packages for a dime, and onions at 9 pounds for 16 cents.
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Independent Telephone Company
George Helbach
Frank L Devitt
N. Rh. Dexter
Ees
H. J. Milia
Albert R. Kansors
Royal Stalls
H. W. Personie
Grimes & Co
Hood's Candy Company
J. J. Gannett
St. Germain
Elk Market
Pacific Produce Company
Sam Graff
Peter Salem
Fishermen's Fish Market
Sound View
C. D McKay
L. Chapman
Sandy Hook
Ideal Home Bakery
Puget Market
Marriage Licenses Listed For Multiple Couples
A series of marriage licenses are recorded with pairs including Andrew Nelson and Emma Kappenled, J. Fred Miller and Lydia Born, Edwin J. Kelso and Emma J. Bo beau, Lewis H. Thomas and Eunice Hayden, G Barone and Erichetto De Blasio, among others, all listed with their respective ages and residence cities.
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Andrew Nelson
Edity
Emma Kappenled
City
Daniel F. Dodge
Legal
Ella V. Slocum
J. Fred Miller
Pankland
Lydia Born
Edwin J. Kelso
Eagle Harbor
Emma J. Bobeau
Lewis H. Thomas
Eunice Hayden
G. Barone
Erichetto de Blasio
Sporting gifts for men and boys at Theodore Wilts Co
Xmas gifts in sporting and athletic lines offered by Theodore Wilts & Co at 1008 First Av. The stock includes guns fishing gear bags tackle knives exercising items and fishing rods.
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Theodore Wilts & Co
City Finance Committee Examines Water Supply After Supreme Court Decision
The city finance committee and officials with local bankers discussed the water supply predicament following the recent Supreme Court ruling. The note mentions relief and references Soay Lake Salve in connection with rheumatism.
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Supreme Court
Soay Lake
Rehearing Sought in Pending Corporation Case
This afternoon Corporation Counsel Scott Calhoun plans to petition the court for a rehearing of the matter and seeks to continue work until the petition is decided.
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Corporation
Scott Calhoun
A Fine Xmas Present for the Boys
Boxing gloves striking bags roller or ice skates advertised at Hall's 1111 First Ave. Read like a seasonal gift list item from a local shop.
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Marble
Hall's
Piret Ave
Eee
Hall
First Ave
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