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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1906
Page
1
The defense presents Chester Thompson's schooling and conduct as proof of his character while his father Will H Thompson himself acts as co counsel. Teachers describe his early brilliance and later odd compulsions, with Mrs. Keene detailing a dramatic change in demeanor and alleged insanity before the Emory killing.
Seattle stores expect ample turkeys for Christmas with prices down from Thanksgiving. Dealers are selling common turkeys at 26 cents per pound and fancy at 27 cents, with stock from Thanksgiving stored and daily arrivals pushing prices toward 23 cents. Decks and chickens also selling around 18 and 17 cents, while Western Meat Company holds a large supply and awaits a southern Oregon consignment.
Washington December 22 The War Department will investigate the shooting by a masked negro of Captain Macklin at Fort Reno last night General Macklin the captain's father has been notified the wound is not dangerous Macklin was the only officer of the dismissed troop who believed the negroes really ill and it is said the guilty charged men wished to remove him before a congressional inquiry.
Everett telegrams report Robert Allen Lane first officer of the steamer Virginia drowned after slipping from the gangplank at Mukilteo mill. His body was recovered an hour later. He leaves a mother in Milford Scotland who has been notified.
Reports from Duwamish White Black Cedar and Stock River valleys indicate water levels slowly rising again. With flood memory fresh, residents prepare to move if demand returns.
Three violent incidents in eastern cities involve dire family conflicts. In Philadelphia Dee York reports a 22 year old Mary, daughter of Rev G, fatally and nonfatally shooting family members amid accusations of abuse and financial pressure. A 14 year old son shoots his father after truancy and punishment threats, and a bootmaker shoots his daughter before killing himself in a Times Building office.
Reports from the University of Washington describe a wave of thefts traced to female students and possibly dormitory areas. Items stolen include cash, books, rubbers, rings, handbags, and pocketbooks. lockers in gym and dressing rooms are broken into. faculty inaction sparks protests among women students.
Salvation Army officials work through the Globe block office on daily preparations for 1600 Christmas dinners to be delivered Christmas Eve and 200 children to receive Santa gifts. Volunteers of America schedule recitations and toy distributions with 100 baskets and 1000 garments for women and children to aid families in need.
In Judge Schneider's court at Ballard a man named Palmer faced trial for annoying Miss Gerda Frank. He had written to her after meeting in a Seattle church where she was in the choir and sparked a lengthy pursuit with a request tied to a specific song. The defendant denied intent to harass, claiming the song coincidence was accidental, but a warrant was issued as his attentions continued. Palmer was released on bond.
A new Bound Steamship company with Beattie headquarters will launch soon after the new year. The Harrison-Mubbard Co is said to form the firm and the first steamer will be the Jane M Corcoran sailing north from San Francisco. The ship will be overhauled after arrival and refitted. negotiations for another vessel and possible fleet changes are discussed, with Alaska carrier plans noted.
Richmond and Halleck have sold to A Heinrich and M Bruggeman, FP 3 Kitel, a lot on Fourthay Jefferson for 70000 dollars. Dr Al Raymond sold to CJ h acres of lake frontage ty between Pal addition and the summer of T C Conover for 27000 dollars. A sale was made through Crawford and Conover.
Henry Ankeny aged 62, brother of Benator Ankeny of Washington, died this morning in Portland of Brights disease. He came to Oregon in 1900 and was prominent in politics for many years.
The street commission and Wiahtman- Muckier people reach terms for a new inter urban franchise in the city Hette. Tracks will be laid and later revert to the city with a common user clause and transferable system. Twenty five tickets for one dollar with transfers, half fare for school children, and fifty tickets for a dollar are planned. The company funds part of street improvements and the city gets a share of gross receipts. Route runs Spokane ave from Youngstown to Olive and Stewart sts, looping around Second av. and back. City Engineer Themeon drafted the ordinance reflecting up-to-date ideas.
Three street car accidents occurred after dark. Philip Miller on First Avenue West was struck near Viret and Madison Street and only slightly hurt. Capitol Hill car No. 342 hit Hughes’s horse and wagon on Pike near Reventhavy, injuring the wagon and breaking shafts while Hughes was unharmed. Morning car No. 2 struck A Antoni’s garbage wagon at Third and Yester, knocking the wagon off the track and tip the driver, with no injuries and traffic halted for fifteen minutes.
In Olympia on December 22 the gasoline launch Traveler exploded just after leaving the dock. Owner Charlies Cheadle drowned after jumping overboard as flames enveloped him. Passengers Miss Tillie Noble and John and Tom Gibbe escaped by clinging to planks until rescued by a steamer boat.
J B Powells of a Western avenue commission house rewarded five department heads with stock totaling 7500 dollars as a Christmas gift to the employer and to promote cooperation within the firm.
County Purchasing Agent Chas M. Beckingham will become county commissioner to fill the vacancy created by Commissioner Baker's death. P J Smith, term ending this year, will be elected county purchasing agent to succeed Beckingham. Arrangements proceed at the next board meeting and with the new county commissioners after the new year. The move follows a prior plan tied to a county ring that aimed to swap roles, but public opinion forced a delay last summer.
Arnold Lee & Co announces failure on the New York Stock Exchange amid a money squeeze. The old Baltimore and Philadelphia firm was heavily long on Reading and faced heavy losses in Reading Northwestern roads Northern Pacific and Great Northern. St Paul and Reading shares fell sharply as the suspension sparked a broad market slump.
At 1 PM The Bitar received 418 dollars to cancel the mortgage on the widow’s home. The Star plans to pay the mortgage, finish the uncompleted rooms, and place money aside for Christmas. A carpenter will be hired. the mortgage will be cancelled Monday with funds to help the widow and her four children enjoy Christmas. The Star thanks contributors and will publish a full list Monday.
A. L. Walters will not be reappointed by Mayor Moore to head the streets department. Friends of Walters claim a capable nominee backed by the Democrats and labor, but council insiders expect no confirmation for Walters. The mayor will reportedly send a different candidate’s name to the council next Monday.
Fremont post office tampered door noted by officials as amateur burglars tried to rob the facility last night. Trevis powder found at steps and door, but no force was applied. Detective Brown investigated. no arrests. Cable links established with Wrangel Alaska aid Seattle interests.
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