19 Dec 1911
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1911
Page
1
The Star advocates selective use of the City Beautiful concept for Seattle, urging amendment to ordinance section 8 to remove objections. It praises the Bogue plans as masterful in achieving architectural unity amid urban grime and urges growth along those general ideals for Puget Sound shores.
An opinion warns against adopting the binding plan as it would halt city progress and waste 75000. The substitute urges using the design as an advisory framework, guiding officials to gradually realize the City Beautiful concept while allowing revisions for changing conditions.
Mrs. Robt Bain pleads she bears all blame for a supposed bribe tied to the McNamara murder case. Bert H Franklin and another witness link him to soliciting Bain, while allegations of bribery against a prosectuor unfold in Los Angeles court. An Indianapolis notice states dynamiting evidence will shift after holidays.
Police say no record of Eva Brown’s alleged 17 months captivity by a gang of men in Portland. Frank Farrell was arrested yesterday for threatening to kill her during their experiments.
A December dispatch from St. Petersburg reports the Novoe Vremya claims Taft tactfully chose a solution to end the 1832 treaty dispute amid long running Jewish agitation. The paper asserts Taft’s move shows Jewish banks are the true power in America.
A vintage ad lists Christmas specials including men's robes jackets shirts and accessories with low prices like Monarch shirts at $1 and scarves and cuff links. The copy touts broad selection and bargain pricing aiming to attract holiday shoppers.
The account describes Detective Sam Browne of Los Angeles tracking dynamiters linked to the McNamara group and the National Erectors association pursuing a nationwide bombing trail. It notes arrests led by Burns, the dime mole on Jim McNamara’s chest, and a water proof case against the McNamaras built from described evidence and surveillance.
Brooklyn carpenter Joseph Coila, 65, discovered as sole heir to an English Newfoundland estate valued at about 87 million dollars. The fortune, rooted in Samuel Churchill’s legacy, includes waterfront rentals and a major fishing industry, with other relatives set to share portions. The British government had long tracked the inheritance, much of which had previously benefited Lady Elizabeth Churchill.
Land near Seattle offers over 300 acres at 400 dollars per acre with terms of 10 dollars cash and 7.50 dollars monthly. Northend Acres is promoted as the city expands northward and a future car line extension may reach north and east of the university. Offered by Ole Hanson & Co on the Third Floor of the New York Block.
The body of Peter Minch, 48, a printer, was found in his home at 3037 16th Avenue West with a bullet through the heart. Indications point to death by his own action. He was a widower and leaves a father and mother in Detroit. Police heard a shot Saturday.
December reports say Emperor Francis Joseph suffered a bad night with violent coughing fits indicating serious illness. Observers fear his frail condition could trigger regional unrest or a Balkan conflict as Europe braces for instability.
H W Pohlman business agent for local No 86 Bridge and Structural Iron Workers union in Seattle was served with a federal grand jury summons in Los Angeles. Deputy Mars Devenpeck delivered the order to appear forthwith and stay in LA until charged. Pohlman said he would use the opportunity to prove false reports of an international conspiracy are without foundation.
Tonight and Wednesday forecast calls for moderate southwest winds. Temperature at noon is 43 degrees with partly cloudy conditions likely across the region.
A hopeful feature describes Jackie awaiting a real home by Christmas as many caring people offer to shelter him. The Star urges readers to write letters detailing parenting qualifications and follows developments as Santa’s visit nears.
Myrtle Vane of the Lois theatre credits quick thinking during a fire last night that interrupted Carmen. She grabbed an ash can to address the audience and prevent a panic while recounting her calm actions and recalling a childhood escape. The Myrtle Vane company resumes performances at the Moore theatre this week.
Alexander Pantages announces reconstruction plans after a fire partially destroys the Lois theatre causing $70,000 in uninsured damage and $30,000 to the Germania cafe. Myrtle Vane, star of Carmen, calms patrons as smoke rises from the stage during the performance.
Chicago reports that on December 22 at the county jail four men Ewald Shiblawski 24 Frank Shiblawski 21 Philip Sommerling 34 and Thomas Schultz 19 will be hanged for the murder of a truck farmer killed during a robbery. Two 16 year olds involved received life sentences due to youth.
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