11 Feb 1910
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1910
Page
1
The article argues food hoarding by packing trusts locks vast holdings worth billions in cold storage across the United States. It claims millions in perishable goods are held to influence prices and protect profits, with 14 million plus units of meat and other staples warehoused and inaccessible to hungry families.
Feb 11 report from Port describes the Pred 3. Wood picking up a large black New MG dog adrift offshore five days after leaving port. The dog, near death, was rescued by the crew amid rough sea conditions and exposure.
Elena Courtney, nine, wandered from school Tuesday into the woods near the Haller Lake district. After eight hours she was found exhausted by logger Bradley and cared for in a cabin before being returned home the next day.
A Newfound land dog owned by Nathaniel Wheeler of Clinton New Jersey recovered a wallet containing 107 dollars and papers that were stolen from Wheeler's bedroom ten days earlier. Wheeler believes the dog retrieved the wallet after receiving a beating, then returned it following play and a wag of the tail.
Superior Judge Frater warned Joseph Fleury that support for his wife and six children is his duty after Fleury explained he left them at their home following his wife and children attending Holy Roller meetings led by Tom H Gourley. The judge ordered him to return and provide support.
Lincoln's birthday prompts state observance as public offices courts and banks close. The note marks the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth celebrated as a legal holiday with closures across government and financial institutions.
Florence Wadell owner of the Colonial hotel Firstay and Senecast accuses husband Albert Wadell of stalking with a razor and firing threats. She recalls a near murder scene and says she was pressured to promise one third of her property. The case continues as he allegedly drew a gun in a law office.
Waterfront confectioners hold large gum drop stocks as interest in polar news fades after Dr Cook's disgrace. Docks trade stalls and buyers dry up while Alaska bound buyers vanish, leaving the market dramatically overstocked and nearly stagnant.
Occasional rain is forecast with light east winds continuing tonight and into Saturday. The region may see periods of showers as the weekend approaches, with temperatures holding steady under cloudy skies.
Reports from EYDTKUMNEN indicate the empress is in a deteriorating condition, unable to recognize the czar and children. Censors suppress details as fears of plots and potential violent outcomes weigh on the royal family and the imperial household keeps the yacht ready for a possible departure.
State witnesses described the pursuit and fatal shooting of Antonio Partopilo by Patrolman Walsh. Eyewitnesses testified two flashes and two shots, aligning with Walsh’s involvement and contradicting his claim of shooting into the air. An Italian boy identified Walsh among two runners, while other testimonies linked Partopilo’s fleeing and a moving picture show encounter to the events. The defense follows as the hearing continues into Monday and Tuesday.
Stanford University professor of education John Andrew Bergstrom lies in a Palo Alto hospital with his skull opened and brain severely damaged after an operation. Once a national authority in his field, he faces permanent blindness and a life of darkness, with only a possible fragile recovery remaining.
United Press reports Mewls Wolfley once Arizona governor and Granet Security director was hit by a street car at 16th Street and Harvard Boulevard Los Angeles. Doctors say injuries including scalp lacerations a fractured rib and possible brain concussion are fatal.
President Kane announced freshmen must earn 12 hours of credit to become fraternity men. Military training is excluded. pledges must pass three regular courses. The Greek camp faces grief as top pledges were pulled for exams held yesterday.
Chicago February 11 Republican newspapers favor of Speaker Cannon’s re election stumbles while independent papers west of Chicago show strong opposition The Chicago Tribune poll covers many states and reveals heavy Republican editor opposition to Cannon with a small independent minority backing him and the Aldrich tariff line
A laborer John Solar 35 buried alive by shifting sand 23 feet below Ninth Ave W and Howell St in a narrow sewer trench. Cribbing stayed intact as sand poured through 4 to 6 inch gaps, possibly stunning him. Coroner notified late. Solar owned Beacon Hill property and had Alaska and North Dakota connections. Separate Taft speech note asks when a trust is good or bad and government actions in key cases.
Clemency pleas filled the superior court as Joseph Kaspar a barber from Colman Bathe sought mercy after perjury. Judge Ronald and Prosecuting Attorney Vanderveer considered Kaspar's case while Oliver Cutta urged clemency. Thomas Williams admitted to assault in the second degree and Judge Ronald tentatively delayed sentencing hoping for rehabilitation.
A Seattle Star advertisement sample highlights Star Want ads as effective for selling a movie machine and finding workers. It contrasts Star ads with other papers and promotes quick responses, noting a 1 cent per word rate and urging readers to place ads via Main 9400.
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