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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1905
Page
6
Douglas Story reports on the Russian Japanese war’s casualties and the Red Cross effort in Manchuria. He details surgeons battling amputations, battlefield injuries, and the varied nurses from Finland to Siberia, illustrating war’s human cost and medical heroism.
The account praises surgeons and Sisters of Charity for heroic care of wounded, condemns looser claims of fund corruption, and emphasizes the brutal realities of war including splinter wounds and ragged shrapnel injuries. It hails Red Cross workers as monuments to courage and humanity.
Clarence Omar was the star witness in the Weber murder trial in California on February 9. He corroborated Walter Crosby’s testimony about seeing the suspect near the Weber home and the burned barn evidence. The defense questioned his recollection as Jennen Will proceed with further testimony.
A pawnbroker from San Francisco will identify the pistol as sold to a young man matching the description of Weber. Tomorrow will be the important day as authorities continue assisting at the fire scene and pursue leads.
Sacramento reports the senate discussing if four bribery suspects may testify under oath before the investigation committee to avoid court prosecution. Jordan reiterates his prior confession to the grand jury while a Canadian Pacific railroad official arrives to set rates for the fair, visiting en route to Portland.
The Whatcom of the Alaska Steamship Company arrived in Seattle in a leaking state after an incident near Victoria. It struck a rock while entering the Inner harbor, tearing a part of its shoe, then returned to Seattle and was hauled to Hal Pros shipyards at Eagle Harbor for repairs. Officials dispute the rock strike, citing a defective wheel as the cause.
Ruth Henderson, a 3 year old, lies near death from typhoid fever at her father J. R. Henderson's home 1002 East Forty-third street after a week of dangerous illness without medical attendance until yesterday. Authorities investigate parental neglect in the case.
The fragment describes a dying child whose parents discarded aconite and other medicines prescribed by Dr Chapman. Neighbors were angered, and a death certificate was prepared. Health Officer Ludlow plans further inquiry and hopes parents will seek medical help.
Perry Church, a self described highwayman, was rearrested by Detective Corbett after initial release ordered by Judge Tallman and countermanded by Prosecuting Attorney Mackintosh. Corbett tracked Church to the waterfront and Great Northern Saigon, where a noisy saloon led to the capture without resistance.
A nameless 20 year old man brought from Renton by Constable Macey has spoken no words since detention. Despite rational appearance and sound health by the insane commission, jail officials, sheriff's deputies, and visitors ponder his identity and condition as silence dominates his conduct. Meanwhile burglar enters Joe Van Atta’s Waverly Flats home but secures nothing after rummaging through rooms.
J Samuel McCue former Charlottesville mayor is to be executed tomorrow for the murder of his wife. The case drew wide attention with tickets sought by many as details of the crime on September 4 last year emerge and witnesses recount jealousy and alleged lies. Attorneys for McCue filed a stay and writ of error with the Supreme Court seeking a delay, decision due late afternoon.
Dan Lyons and James Mallahan were formally charged with attempted burglary by Prosecutor Mackintosh. Patrolman Dolphin arrested them after they tried to force entry at 1329 Third Avenue on the night of February 7. The wire screen over the cigaret shop front was broken and bent. Both men admit attempting to enter the premises to Jailer Griffith. The case will be heard before Justice George.
The death of Senator J P Sharp of Chelan and Kittitas counties was reported this morning by telegram to the Washington Senate. Sharp had attended early in the session before falling ill and returning home. Memorial services in the senate are being planned.
Special to The Star from St. Paul reports major railroad growth plans for the coming year. The Northern Pacific aims to extend a north south line through the Palouse wheat belt to tap undeveloped country and boost output. Great Northern intends a Spokane to Idaho route to open a mineral belt and an avoided route from Hutchinson Minnesota to Marshall Minnesota to shorten trips between twin cities and form the first link toward Denver.
The Star urges every voter in the county and state to cut out a coupon daily and mail it to their senator and representative in Olympia. Readers are asked to write letters and flood officials with public opinion to speed the Direct Primary bill’s fate, either way, before the hold-up gang acts.
In the Senate conflict between Foster and Ankeny the fight over Seattle postmaster appointment heated, with Foster vowing to force Stewart's nomination before term end and signaling involvement in Washington delegation matters. Tacoma postmaster race and Kingsbury nomination as surveyor general add to the clashes shaping state patronage battles.
A dispatch from Ann Arbor reports the Michigan Political Science association focused on Primary Reform at its annual meeting. Speakers included H A Bull on New York’s law, C B Merriam on Chicago primaries, and A H Tuttle on Ohio’s Bronson law. Two papers were slated for the evening session by Butterfield and Colby and Hempstead.
The Lake Union Improvement Club urges the extension. Seattle Electric President Furth said construction will begin when ground dries and the street is safe from slides after the weather improves.
Washington February 9. A petition is circulated in the house urging the Republican caucus chair to convene a meeting tomorrow to map party action on the statehood bill. The measure, as amended by the Senate, removes a vote for Arizona and grants separate statehood to New Mexico.
The Pioneer building on Pioneer square will receive two large up to date elevators. The single existing elevator is small and slow and inconveniences passengers. Work began this morning with floor tearing and is progressing quickly. Elevators are to be installed and running by mid March.
Sir Frank Lascelles stood with the sovereign as the band played and the ambassador remained in sight, while the emperor laughed at the moment. The scene closed only after the band stopped.
A long list of wholesale prices covers vegetables fruit and staples. Notable entries include Yakima potatoes 19.00 20.00 per cwt, White River potatoes 23.00, oranges 1.50 1.76, lemons 2.60 4.00, cabbage 1% 2e, tomatoes 11.00, grapes 2.50 per box, and various grains cereals and feed items with multiple brand names and units. The page also lists eggs poultry meats and nuts with per unit prices and regional suppliers.
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