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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1912
Page
10
Report describes a colossal coastal defense gun to guard the Panama Canal. The gun fires an enormous projectile over long range, with its massive 2370 pound shell described as a bulleted mass, advancing 21 miles.
A historic description details a massive 16 inch breech loader gun, 49 feet 29 10 inches long, firing projectiles at 2300 feet per second. It notes powder quantities, range estimates of 2.5 miles and theoretical reach over Pike's Peak and the Washington Monument if stacked, with potential battlefield impact on ships as far as 10 to 20 miles away.
County official Mulcrevy may be tried by the grand jury as fellow employees report gifting him a silver service in violation of city charter rules. Meanwhile a Postman Geo Went buried under a heavy load of Christmas mail. City council bans New Year firecrackers amid Chinese year observances. Greek immigrant Mike Bazakopolis misboarded a train and awoke far from his origin.
In Klamath Falls Oregon a man named Geo Gowan attempted to dynamite the home of his sweetheart, wrecking the Beck residence. He lost both arms and part of his sight in the blast, and died later after surgery. No one in the house was hurt. Gowan, still conscious, cursed as police arrived. two dynamite sticks remained in his pocket. The motive appeared to be unrequited love for Chas. F. Beck.
Jerry Herfey driver of a West Transfer Co wagon was struck by a Tacoma auto on First Ave at 1 this morning. He was thrown from the wagon and taken to a Seattle hospital with a fractured injury.
The franchise committee this morning recommended Wardall's proposed amendment requiring all trunk line franchises to submit to a referendum. The measure also preserves existing charter rights in new franchises.
John S. Rogers was hanged at San Quentin for the murder of Benjamin A. Goodman, a Stockton jeweler. He protested his innocence as the drop broke his neck, and his body was later buried beneath rubbish in a gutter.
After ten years of federal pursuit, Joseph MacDonald the mining magnate was captured in Guanajuato Mexico where he served as superintendent of Consolidated Mining and Milling Co. He had been indicted in Juneau for the May 14 1912 slaying of Deputy US Marshal N C Jones at Treadwell following a dispute over Sunday mine operations.
Seven burglaries were reported on Thursday showing the gang still active after Christmas. Deputy Sheriff Mills at 916 23rd Avenue was targeted while away. Neighbor Johnson saw two men enter the Mills residence and Graybill chased them after they tried to open the door. A single item was taken.
In Tacoma, Mrs. Mabel Rathburn filed for divorce from her husband O. H. Rathburn who is jailed in Multnomah county Portland awaiting a larceny by bailee case. They wed June 30, 1909, and she accuses him of being a spendthrift.
Wallace Idaho December 27 Bernard F O Neil former president of the defunct State Bank of Commerce will be arraigned on a charge of misusing the bank funds.
J B Mullin recently arrived from Portland died from what police claim was intentional poisoning. The incident prompted police to label the death as a possible murder. North End Progressive club plans to meet Tuesday afternoon at Campus Lodge 451% 17th ay.
The pardon of Harry Carroll, convicted in a badger game conspiracy, is en route to Seattle and granted late yesterday. Carroll remains jailed as of noon today with three others involved. Mrs. Barr was previously pardoned after serving fifteen months.
Senator Robert M. La Follette of Wisconsin pledged support for President elect Woodrow Wilson if his policies serve the people. Speaking at a teachers convention in Indianapolis La Follette said he would back Wilson as he stands for the people and expected fellow progressive Republicans to join.
Morrin and Jacob Luban, witnesses against former Police Lieutenant Charles Becker, told District Attorney Whitman that six men from the Zeli gang entered a New York restaurant and a man named hepy Renny drew a revolver and threatened to kill them.
Emerick it died today from injuries after a dynamite blast meant to be thrown into the bay ripped the wharf. The force threw him into the water, breaking an arm, tearing a knee cap, and leaving severe facial injuries. A companion rescued the boy before authorities arrived.
Dispatches from Sofia report Bulgaria ready to resume hostilities with Turkey. Conscription is expanding beyond prewar norms, and regular troops remain in readiness to reengage in the field.
A wireless message from the battleship Arkansas confirms President Taft and his party are returning to the United States after visiting the canal. The message states that all on board are well.
Six suffragists, drenched and mud spattered, arrived in Valatia from Stockport on their way to Albany to deliver a votes for women petition to Gov elect Sulzer. They may not press on further today due to running ahead of schedule.
Short slogans touting Seattle virtues must be in by 6 pm December 30. The Ad club offers a $60 prize for the winning entry judged by a committee selected by the club.
News to property buyers in Western Washington’s new railroad farm and lumber town of Tolt. Incorporation won by the Citizens' Progressive ticket. C B E Sorensen elected mayor. The city, growing rapidly, already boasts a creamery, canning factory, electric lights, water system, telephony, saw mill, depot, and planned development along two valley railroads. Lots offered at old plat prices for a limited time.
By a 4 to 1 vote the Public Works board directed City Engineer Dimock to prepare a bidding form for the Cedar River dam. Superintendent Ober dissented. The move hints at replacing day labor with contract work and requires plans and specifications for bidding, while delaying no current dam work.
Staunton Virginia prepares a large Welcome Home arch and citywide preparations for President-elect Woodrow Wilson arrival tonight. A parade and reviews involving nearly all residents are scheduled for tomorrow after Wilson left Trenton this morning.
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