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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1911

Page

1

Labor leaders tied to dynamite conspiracy indicted in Los Angeles

United States District Attorney confirms nine persons indicted by the federal grand jury probing the McNamara dynamite case. Olaf Tveitmoe Anton Johannsen and J E Munsey among those reportedly under arrest in Los Angeles. Others named include E A Clancy David Caplan M A Schmidt and John J and Mas B McNamara now imprisoned.

Tveitmoe Johannsen San Francisco Munsey Salt Lake Los Angeles United Press Cal Federal Grand Jury United States A. J. McCormack Olaf Tveitmoe Anton Johanesen J. E. Munsey E. A. Clancy David Caplan M. A. Schmidt John J Mas. B. McNamara San Quentin Penitentiary As Angeles Tweitmoe Anton Johannsen California Salt Lake City Tep- United States McNamara Brothers UN States District Court Room United States District McCormick Lawler Johann Dep+ Dogan Little E. J. Hendricks Hendricks Clarence Darrow United States District Court Wellborn

Three More Candidates File Today in City Races

Thomas M. Alderson filed with the edity controller as a candidate for corporation attorney. Caldwell and Chandler joined the mayoralty field, Chandler backed by his chief of staff, Ed aioe sought another term as city treasurer. The business men's committee searches for a third choice, with Collins discussed. Howe Josiah may reconsider his stance.

Thomas M. Alderson Caldwell Acase Chandler Edaioe Bothwell Business Men's Committee Collins Howey Josiah

Oregonian Wreck Kills 25 Passengers in North Dakota

Reports from Da kota Sharon say the Great Northern Oregonian derailed after plunging over an embankment. Fire engulfed cars as crews rushed eight injured to Findlay area hospitals. cremations reportedly underway due to inaccessibility.

Oregonian Dakota Devil's Ptake N. D Great Northern Sharon Findlay Heimarm

Leap Year Proposal Question Picked by Seattle Actress Jane Gray

Jane Gray a 19 year old actress at the Alhambra theater in Seattle says she would propose during leap year if the right man appears. She believes a woman popping the question isn’t wrong and plans to wait for the proper moment with spoony speeches ready.

Seattle Jane Gray Alhambra Theatre Miss Jape Miss Gray Miss Jane

Mud Around Ninth Avenue Footpath Bottles Up Rescue

A man named Alex Swanson was rescued early today from a muddy waterfront area near the Bennett box factory. He admitted intoxication and mud, was taken to the city hospital by Police Sergeant Lee Dagner, leaving the wagon and hospital heavily muddy in the process.

Ninth Av. S Bennett Box Factory Alex Swanson Alex Lee Dagner Swanson Dagner

Workman Survives Dramatic Dynamite Blast Near Seattle

Lewis Annis, a laborer clearing land for Dr. C. E. Davidson just north of Seattle, was blown airborne about 60 feet by a delayed dynamite explosion. He was rushed to Seattle General Hospital and, shaken, is believed to have no internal injuries.

Lewis Annis Seattle General Hospital C. E. Davidson

Weather Forecast Inbound Rain Or Snow Tonight

Weather outlook calls for rain or snow tonight and Sunday with moderate southerly winds. Noon temperature expected around 35 degrees as precipitation chances persist through the weekend.

Recall petitions filed against Wardall and Blaine

Recall organizers filed petitions against Councilmen Wardall and Blaine seeking a recall election on February 20, the same date as the city primary. They claim 15,000 names and plan name checks by the comptroller within ten days. The council could schedule the recall within 40 days after validation, potentially forcing a special election if set earlier.

Wardall Blaine Chandler Etforta Dilling

Triplets Born to Seattle Couple Capture City Heart

The Pauls of 6551 23rd St S welcomed three baby girls weighing five pounds each. Despite poverty and the mother's illness, the family celebrates a joyful arrival as their rare trio is hailed as a rich blessing.

Seattle N. B. Paul 23Rd St. S Paul Pauls

Railroad chiefs fear shakeup at Southern Pacific

Railroad chiefs of the Southern Pacific fears grow as President Wm Sproule’s silence is seen as a signal for a large executive overhaul. Transfers and new leadership are expected January 1 as the trans bay electric lines face reorganization.

San Francisco Dee Southern Od Eifle Company Wm. Sproule Welle Fargo Co Trans-Bay Electric Lines

Fate to be known tonight in Orovile child murder case

In Oroville California on December 30 Arthur Lewis, brother of the child’s stepmother, faces murder verdict in the killing of Helen Rumball. After a hard fought summing up the jury began deliberations at 11 15 this morning as a crowded courtroom awaits the verdict.

United Oroville Cal Dee Littl Helen Rumball Gridiey Arthur Lewis

Rumors Fly Judge Gay May Quit Bench

Rumors claimed Judge Wilson R. Gay of the state court would resign to run a local newspaper. Gay denied the rumors, saying he has no intention of resigning though earlier for salary concerns he considered resigning, later deciding to finish his term.

Wilson R. Gay Sape Gay Hi Gay

California ship sighted near Point Loma after being reported lost

The German ship California, missing since early September after departing Shields, England, and believed lost for 163 days, was sighted 20 miles off Point Loma. Efforts were made to calm the vessel as rescue teams moved to the scene.

United Press San Diego Cal California Shields Eng Point Loma Cape Horn

Man Is Arrested in Pullman Berth

R G Allison of Portland was arrested in a Pullman berth on the South ern Pacific Shasta limited at Grants Pass Oregon by Chief of Police McLane. The arrest followed telegraphic orders from Frank J Collier deputy district attorney Portland. The telegram gave no charge but Allison said he fled after dispute with his wife and surrendered a ten acre ranch in Multnomah County along with other valuables.

United Prese Grants Pass R. G. Allison Portland Southern Pacific McLane Frank J. Collier Allison Multnomah County

Narrow Escape In Salvation Army Hall Fire

About 200 guests including men women and children escaped a Christmas party fire at a Salvation Army hall in Ashtabula originally sparked by a candle. The flames rapidly engulfed the hall interior before the danger was fully realized.

Ashtabula Salvation Army

Another Blue Eyes Tells What She Did With Ten Dollars

Seattle woman writes to thank editor for a Christmas gift of ten dollars in gold. She bought a red sweater and candy for her siblings, helped a neighboring seven child family, bought shoes, and shared with those in need, noting the donor made many hearts happy. She wishes a Happy New Year.

Seattle Wash Santa Elmgrove St

Seattle child Nevilla Wheeler, 8, hailed as West’s youngest art model

Nevilla Wheeler, eight year old Seattle girl from Kenwood Place, is praised as the youngest art model west of Chicago. She has posed since age five and aims to continue, while planning a future with art and a snug bank account. Her older sister Juanita watches as Nevilla holds poses up to ten minutes, enjoys school and music, and prefers posing to dolls or school.

Nevilla Wheeler Chicago Northwest Ttle Nevilla Juanita Nevilla Seattle D. A. Wheeler Kenwood Place Greenlake School

Redding Jury Returns Manslaughter Verdict in Policeman Case

The jury convicts railroad policeman Daniel Fieming of manslaughter for the killing of George Walker of Tacoma after 12 hours of deliberation. Sentencing set for next Wednesday.

United Presse Redding Cal Daniel Fieming George Walker Tacoma

Bachelors Plan Silk Skirt Fund Defense

In San Jose a group of about twenty bachelors organize a silk skirt fund to prepare for leap year on February 29. They fear the more deadly than the male and intend to use the money to defend against potential courtships. They aim to raise funds for skirts and related protective measures.

United Press San Jose Cal

First woman federal court clerk to quit after 19 years

Miss Adelaide Utter will resign her federal court clerkship after 19 years, as the United States circuit court in Kansas City merges with the federal court. She was the first woman appointed to a federal court clerkship in the United States.

Kansas City Adelaide Utter United States Circuit Court Federal Miss Utter United States

Historic locals and careers referenced in old notes

Notes recall where Postmaster George Russell was born on the Sullivan site and the former First Avenue postal location. Mentions Federal Judge Danworth as a former law partner of ex Senator Piles and Professor J Allen Smith who practiced law five years before teaching, cited in recall arguments.

George Russell Sullivan Building First Av Senecast Danworth Piles

Taft to Speak at Peace Dinner Amid Roosevelt Clash

President Taft is scheduled as chief guest at the Waldorf Astoria banquet with security beefed up as tensions rise after Roosevelt denounced the event. Speakers will include Andrew Carnegie Henry Clews and Charles A Towne with a special train bringing diplomats to attend and depart after Taft’s address.

United Press New York Committee On Taft Pacific Col. Roosevelt Congress Andrew Carnegie Henry Clews Chas. A. Towne Washington Capitol

Open House at Seattle Y M C A on New Year’s Day

Thousands are expected to visit Seattle’s Y M C A for an open house on New Year’s Day from 2 to 10 pm. Both men and women are welcome and special athletic and aquatic feats will be staged in the gymnasium and swimming pool with repeated demonstrations for all to see.

Seattle

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