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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1904
Page
1
The Star reports a campaign by unknown attackers aimed at sullying the good name of Dear Old Mother Ryther and her care home for foundlings. The paper asserts the efforts are baseless and promises vindication for Mother Ryther.
Four Seattle doctors defend Mother Ryther in the dispute over medical care for children. They praise her compassion and statement that she followed medical instructions, while noting past visits showed a well run home and proper treatment when needed.
The Star launches a crusade for truth defending Mother Ryther founder of a rescue home from slander by the Times. It accuses the Times of fabrications about physician access, leadership, and residents amid fractious board politics and alleged Lapham influence.
Virginia street car number 128 careened down a steep incline toward First Avenue at 10 15 AM. Five aboard were injured, none seriously. motorman Isham was bruised, Solomon Rogers of 128 Aloha Street suffered facial cuts, bruises, and possible brain concussion while awaiting medical care. The crash damaged a sidewalk and a nearby brick corner building after a pole snapped, but rail staff remained at their posts.
An eastbound streetcar on the incline at Third Avenue and Virginia Street struck a steep grade with brakes failing. M Scott of 12204 First Avenue suffered a severe brain concussion and facial injuries. Mrs Bh Stone of 19 Fourth Avenue was badly cut. an unknown man sustained hand and facial injuries. Officials cite slippery tracks as a possible cause while passengers and crew recall a chaotic scene with glass shattering and several riders thrown about. The Beattie Electric Company notes the car carried three passengers inside and one on the rear platform as it lurched toward a storefront.
Drulsen Rogers of KRogera Tailoring was forced to bed rest after a trolley car struck a telegraph pole. He felt no pain at impact but developed pain in the right leg hours later. Superintendent Kempster of Beattie Electric cited slippery rails and indicated brakes were not defective and motormen not to blame.
News from Victoria reports wreckage washing ashore at Carmanah point on Vancouver Island. A letter dated December 15 mentions abundant debris including cabin fittings, copper fastenings, knees and stanchions, salmon cases, tins, acorn brand goods, and large sacks of pork. Indications point to a recent vessel incident with unfamiliar markings.
In Denver on December 19 the supreme court jailed democratic election officials for fraud in Precinct 2 Ward 7. Former senatorial candidates Jeonard Rogers William Adams and Louise Hamburg each received three months and a $100 fine. Thomas Kinsley got three months. The trial of City Detective Rogers, boss of the tenderloin district, and his cohorts was resumed this morning.
Thirty five members of the new legislature from various counties visited the state university to demonstrate broad county representation. They praised the university’s conduct and stated the visit aimed to prove it is not a King county institution. A court hearing for C D Hillman on alleged fraud was continued with many witnesses present to testify.
The article accuses city and county officials and local printers of stealing thousands from taxpayers through inflated charges for poll books and election ballots. It details two confirmed thefts totaling 2,646.25 and describes a broader scheme where big firms collude to suppress bids, disadvantaging small printers during public printing contracts.
The Star denounces a Times front page attack on Mother Ryther and her Ryther home. It condemns the Times for unchallenged accusations and defends the matron against alleged wrongs and biased reporting. The piece urges fair treatment and criticizes media feuding within the city.
Charles Edwards 30, found dead at the Forum saloon corner Third Ave and Jefferson St at 2 am. Bartender Hugh Ryan and two others Frank McArdle and P J Murphy under arrest as investigators seek cause of death amid bloodstains and a fractured skull. An inquest is set for tomorrow at 10 with autopsy tonight.
Dispatches from Moscow state naval crews met heavy shellfire with several boats struck. Lieutenant Nakahara's vessel suffered multiple fatalities and two wounded. Lieutenant Naturka rescued Nakahara's crew with one man killed. Commander Kawase and Lieutenant Takasha among wounded, Sonoe's boat damaged with casualties. Overall assault succeeded with limited damage. outcome not clear. Moscow reports 6,000 students involved in anti war protests with four killed.
Hans Hansen was instantly killed by a rock slide near Robe while a crew was clearing a previous slide in Everett. The accident occurred December 19 as workers toiled on unstable ground.
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