05 Feb 1907
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1907
Page
1
A courtroom exchange unfolds as District Attorney Jerome questions a pathologist about the shooter and potential brain function, probing for expert testimony on the mental state and causation. The expert cites limits, and the dialogue shifts to the nature of the act and possible symptoms.
A report outlines Japanese attempts to gather coast line intelligence along Washington state, citing hotel rooms rented by Japanese individuals near Granville and maps glimpsed by white settlers. Officials warn the western Olympic peninsula is vulnerable to invasion and urge alarm and verification from Washington DC.
Famine fears grip Seattle as West Coast and Eastern shipments falter due to railroad delays. Washington ranches report uncertain arrivals from Oregon and the East, with dealers holding consignments and prices around 450 a dozen despite not guaranteeing delivery today.
Reported details say John Jeckeon was found dead near Nicolas apart menta Friday morning. Police and Coroner Carroll indicate the death resulted from a knife wound inflicted by a murderess who claimed her husband’s involvement.
Fragmentary report alleges John Kinney or Jobe Kinney, a logger, may have been killed by a kick during an incident at a Chicago lodging house. Text is unclear and garbled, with references to a referee and a late night event.
Government withdraws land described in township 4 range 6 east and adjacent sections 24 73 and parts of sections 3 to 18 in township 2% range Senet. The order affects those who entered the lands before withdrawal and may bar later entries.
The Star offers a reward of 05 for any grocer who sells pure maple syrup within 24 hours. Four samples have been collected from suburban stores, a commission house, and a wholesale grocer. Tests will be published tomorrow revealing where to buy genuine maple syrup.
Thirty others are believed dead after a Davis Coal and Coke mine No 23 explosion at Elaing West Virginia. Rescue workers sought trapped miners as flames and gas hindered efforts and investigators worked to determine causes amid ongoing recovery operations.
A plaintiff claims mental distress reputation and business loss after four years in city jail and an acquittal in police court. Attorney Ewin J. Brown seeks 20000 plus costs from the city. mayor and others are named in the suit. Two women may visit summer home on Vashon Island near Eagle Harbor. unrelated civil actions noted.
Tacoma report notes ongoing plea for justice after a violent incident involving Japanese workers hired by a Bromé at Presestt. The account mentions a crash scene on the outbound engine and a rebound incident on the opposite track, with investigators pursuing leads.
A sectionman died after a snow slide toppled the track and precipitated the first car into him. The accident occurred yesterday as the train passed, leaving the victim ground beneath the wheels.
Lodge George has allowed the attorneys in the case of Julie Parker, arrested last month charged with bigamy, to prepare briefs on what operates the crime. Parker married Mrs. MH B Derugioe at Victoria for April, while still a courting a wife. Attorney Reveille, Parker's counsel, contends that the second marriage took place outside the United States, so the state has no case, and the court took the matter under advisement to render a decision next Friday.
Pedestrian and bat hazards hinder the Great Northern Seattle Vancouver service as loggers C. J. Piper and WGK Ram Hayes avert a likely wreck. Watchers’ faithful watchfulness prevents disaster on the trestle amid a city break in the track.
Shortly after noon today the Ca iac car on the Let-mile run completed 54 miles. Engines run steadily though early speed was slowed by trouble. The driver, relieved at eleck, left one beer and one minute for repairs. If weather and tires hold, the beer time of the run will be met. The 3,600 miles may be completed before temperate conditions reach.
Col Blethen and Attorney Mackintosh seek new trial by filing information charging the slayer of Judge George Mead Emory as a dangerous person. Tacoma Judge Snell will hear the case, potentially forcing a second lengthy trial and further expenses. The Star condemns Mackintosh for using public office to pursue private revenge rather than public justice.
A saloon manager and two drunken men were arrested after a fight at the Totem bar. A woman attempting to gain entry was involved and sent to the police station along with Brown and Sister. Monahan and Ee ae areak and digorderly are mentioned in connection with the incident.
Three burglaries were reported to the police this morning. H C Kreps of 418 Weetlake ar NK says he had 1 cent billiard dalle stolen. Walter Barnett of 1603 First av reports his room entered and a suitcase containing a silver mash care set and clothes stolen. Thomas Well of the Oregon house states clothes were stolen from his room yesterday.
The Guggenheims pursue acquisition of the White Pass and Yukon route linking Skagway to Whitehorse with connections to Dawson and Yukon ports. Reports say they seek rail and steamship interests in Alaska, including Cordova and nearby developments, while critics note unannounced rate hikes by a local garbage trust and caution from official firms about new routes.
A damp shortage will affect Ven pointS and local post office supply, with a shipment valued at 56,006 in stamps received by Sank Coen ree ington, BD. C. January PT. The city may run out in a week as mail from the east has not arrived for four days, says Assistant Postmaster Co wkett.
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