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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1909
Page
3
Washington report notes broad ignorance as lawmakers debate the local option bill. Only about 19 of 95 members claimed to have read the measure, with uncertainty on whether it would allow alcohol delivery to homes in dry areas. Opponents and supporters alike accused each other of misinterpretation and vague provisions.
The passage notes that supporters and opponents alike show loyalty to their leaders. Three exceptions are highlighted: Hdge of Spokane, Hangon of King, and Speaker Merge voted with their beliefs, aligning variably with the local option faction.
Colfax Washington February 6. By 0 P Sheriff Carter of Whitman county surrendered W R Clemens of Moscow Idaho who was under arrest here in connection with the sale of stock for M C Gray of Pullman Washington to Sheriff Haviland of Walla Walla today. Clemens is wanted by the prosecutors of five counties on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses in connection with stock buying deals. The counties in which Clemens is desired are Whitman Columbia Spokane Walla Walla and Lincoln.
Two railroad leaders Howard Bitter of the Northern Pacific and Francis R. Clarke of the North Bank met in Seattle to discuss traffic handling for a campaign. The North Bank line gains favor with tourists and will be featured as a tourist route this summer after a banquet at the Rainier Club with other railroad officials.
The annual convention of the United Amateur Press Association will be held in Seattle from July 14 to 17. July 17 is Amateur Journalists’ Day, as officials coordinate the event schedule.
In a superior court yesterday Nicholas Ladowisi was renamed Nicholas Shafer. He testified that his former name made him greatly handicapped in business and socially as people could not call him by the name.
Guy T. Gould of the Post Office Department will visit Seattle on February 15 to inspect the city’s entire postal service and review the controversy over the Interbay delivery office closure ordered by the Postmaster General, awaiting Mr. Gould’s arrival.
Chicago reports Mise Fannie Ward, wife of a South African diamond mine owner, abandons wealth to reprise acting. Critics call her another Mary Anderson as she debuts at Powers' Theatre in The New Lady Pantock, displaying diamonds and gowns while defending her love for the stage and own merit.
In Wattsburg Pa a call for a meeting to address attacks on white women and girls in Herron Hill. In Uniontown Pa Mrs Anna Davis fatally wounded James Donahue as trespassers including three negroes tried to force entry to her home.
Superior Judge Morria denied a petition for an injunction against the Barber Asphalt Company. John Btonebank, claimant, argued noise and odor from the plant harmed his shrubbery and interfered with his property. Work will continue under contract, with Btonebank free to sue after exposition work ends.
Holden, a letter carrier, shot and killed a dog after a prolonged struggle on his route at an address on North Thayer Street. The dog had attacked Holden multiple times, including a bite to the throat, despite warnings to the owner to leash the animal. The owner had promised to restrain it, but the dog was released again, leading Holden to discharge the revolver to protect himself.
The preliminary hearing before US Commissioner Armstrong Laidovic Dale led to Lucy Ludovic being held under $6,000 bond to face grand jury charges. Daliagto van was not found to be a partner, both parties arrested January 26 for harboring aromen for immoral Tooses.
Montia Bowman pleaded guilty to attempting to defeat the ends of justice by escaping from the county jail. Judge Manslaughter fined him five pies and the makins for all, with a stage courtroom for the incident. The quirky ruling followed his escape and return.
Louis Root and W. A. Thayer, charged with grand larceny, were released from the county jail on $1,500 bond. A fight over arrest credit preceded the death of A. B. Smith, who was shot and killed by W. B. Dudley last Thursday.
Senator Flint of California conferred with President Roosevelt today on the anti Japanese situation in the west. In Washington the president vetoed the national census bill and the veto message was referred to the census committee by the house.
Stephen Iemall files complaint alleging Alfred Bronke stole $130 from his clothes while Iemall bathed. The incident is documented in the prosecuting attorney's office today.
San Francisco editors condemn Roosevelt for using the big stick against Gov Gillet and Japan policy. The piece warns the public will judge Roosevelt's strength by his actions, framing it as insult to the legislature. In other items Hilly Sunday set for evangelistic stop in San Francisco bound trip. Berlin reports flood danger rising with melting snow causing heavy losses. Senator Nixon of Washington appears in the ongoing congressional update.
Taft and his advancing party remain at Culebra Panama with Mrs Taft visiting the island. The president elect plans to sail for New Orleans tomorrow. Mrs Ruth May Swift Eversz seeks divorce from Ernest Hammond Eversz alleging desertion and requests an absolute decree.
Not guilty pleas were entered by Arthur Allen Carl Peterson and Joseph Miller on burglary charges in superior court today. Miller is accused of entering George Bay’s home at 20 John J Peterson and the room of K A Leonard at 902 Firetav.
Senator Francis G. Newlands announced his desire to be the next Democratic candidate for president in Reno Nevada. In a special interview he urged denying Mongolians political equality to preserve white supremacy and asserted that African Americans should be denied the elective franchise.
Salt commenced in the superior court this morning by M. T. Awoki a Japanese against the Seattle Electric company. Awoki claims four thousand dollars damages for eight teeth knocked out during a collision in December 1908.
Eta Sevilla filed for divorce from Henrietta Sevilla alleging he offered to pay her transportation but she refused to leave Paris with their child. The suit was filed this morning.
Harold G. Price arrested this morning on charges of issuing worthless checks after a bad check was recently issued. B. L. McCarron runs a mal loon on Firatay. Jennie A. Anderson pleads not guilty to tampering with a witness. overruled by Superior Judge Prater. L. A. Held pleads not guilty to conspiracy against Tithe Guaranty company. W. F. Fielding alias A. H. Halller given a week to plead for forging deeds to Green Lake property. Pennsylvania and B & OD terminals at Washington cost 81 million dollars.
Changeable weather and damp chill worsen kidney function causing backache dizziness and fatigue. Uric acid buildup irritates the system and Dean's Kidney Pills are claimed to restore kidney activity without trial.
Mrs. B J Roy of 1009 E Madison St Seattle praises Doan Kidney Pills as a reliable remedy for kidney complaints. She reports sharp back pains and dull ache resolved after using the pills bought at Kennedy Drug Co, saying her life felt renewed.
A brief health note asks if you struggle to get up from a chair or to turn in bed. It suggests evaluating mobility issues and consulting a healthcare professional for assessment and guidance.
Seattle residents share testimonials praising Deans Kidney Pills from Kennedy Drug Co. Mrs. John D. Jones cites lasting relief from back pain tied to kidney trouble after a family member used the remedy. J Prewatt reports permanent improvement after years of backache and weak kidneys, noting no remaining symptoms.
The notice explains backache as an early warning sign of months long kidney disorders. It warns that diseases may progress silently to fatal advanced stages like dropsy diabetes gravel or Brights disease and urges early treatment with Deans Kidney Pills to strengthen kidneys and restore function.
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