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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1907
Page
8
Seattle council moves to require inspection of all fresh meats before sale. A central station will tag every pound of meat, with taggable veal carcasses only after proper labeling. The ordinance bans carcasses from sick animals and tubercular meat linked to suburban disposal.
In Wallace Idaho February 26 the defense opened with Clarence Darrow branding the alleged confession of Steven Adams as obtained under threats. Lawyer Richardson had moved for a directed verdict in the big case but the judge denied it. Darrow then delivered the opening speech outlining the defense strategy.
Sketches of Adame life trace movements from Marble Creek to Denver. After ex Gov Brennenberg’s Caldwell killing, Adame is seized on an Oregon farm and jailed in Hoise while held as a witness. Darrow denounces the confession as a lie and a misattribution. Alvin Mason testifies as court adjourns with further cards anticipated.
Star Special Service reports Walla Walla on February 26 where Grand executive Marty Leavitt threatens to move the headquarters of the Brotherhood of Owls to Beattle. The incident stirs local rumors about alleged theft of printed matter from the South Bend Indiana based Gwia organization.
Spokane announces plans for its second annual big cleaning day under the City Beautiful committee of the 156,000 club. On April 6 public schools, businesses, professional groups, secret organizations, and city officials are urged to participate in the cleanup crusade following last year’s example. Mayor Daggett will issue a proclamation setting the date.
Mrs George W Milla mother of State Treasurer George Milla died at her Turmwater home after a paralysis illness. She leaves seven children including Mrs Oscar Bayles of Beattie. Bargain day note appears on page 6.
The final convention of the department of superintendents of national education opens at the music hall of the Auditorium in Chicago with delegates from every state. Mayor Duane and City Schools Superintendent Cooley welcome attendees, with Pennsylvania State Superintendent Nathan Pong presiding. Discussion topics include The School and the Public and The Hope, Defects and Products of the Behoots.
Spokane, Feb. 1. Charles W Patterson, a leading local pioneer financier, died yesterday morning in Weenel Germany. A cablegram received last night confirms his death. Patterson had substantial interests in various Inland Empire ventures and industries.
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