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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1908
Page
7
A major blast at the Pirot National Bank in Kansas City injures a plumber and 2–3 bank staff. Police search suspects, no arrests. Reports hint at a potential scandal involving high financial circles and a clash with the Waters-Pierce/Standard Oil network.
Petition seeks to reinstate the Sullivan estate dispute in Superior Court alleging void signatures and collusion by Judge Robinson and attorneys for Irish claimants. The move targets the 1908 court order and seeks sale of the estate with half of the proceeds awarded to Attorney Hayes.
Gov Hanley ordered martial law in the city after clashes between strike breakers and striking street car men. Four local militia companies and eight from other cities arrived to restore order as authorities, exhausted by rioting, jailed rioters for assault and disturbances.
A carpenter named Peterson was arrested at a Rochester hotel while police probe a suspicious ad scheme offering workers $5 daily. Louise Geiger, a 15 year old domestic, says she met him at Shannon's theater and was lured to his quarters with promises of a job, prompting a police inquiry into his alleged operation.
Federal Judge Hasel ruled on demurrers in the Standard Oil cases and related indictments charging the company with rate discrimination. The decisions were announced today in Buffalo.
Paul Hendrickson about 26 of Ballard Interbay area attempted suicide by jumping from the Great Northern bridge this morning. He is in Ballard police custody unable to recall how he got into the water and refuses to comment on the incident.
At the annual meeting of the society, new officers for the church were chosen. The slate includes H. Bra as a key member among the newly elected leaders.
C B Roe is appointed as inspector in the city street department following years of service. The confirmation details and effective date are noted in the afternoon session report.
Alec Johnson files in the superior court against Moran Company seeking 4000 dollars for injuries suffered at the company plant. He alleges a June 1 incident caused permanent damage to the shoulder and arm.
New York January 1 police say Theodore Whitmore killed his wife, whose body was found in a muddy pool near Passaic New Jersey. A girl seen with Whitmore days after Mrs Whitmore disappeared is said to be identified by detectives as part of the case. Circumstantial evidence is being woven around Whitmore by the detectives.
In a divorce filing today Mary Shaw accuses her husband John Shaw of refusing to buy a coffin to bury their two month old baby who died in March 1904. The case centers on alleged refusal and resulting distress in the marriage.
Holcomb cited again for contempt in Superior Court over unpaid alimony. Judge orders him to show cause January seventh why he has not paid the $50 monthly alimony per the divorce decree. Sweeney, attorney for the former Mrs. Holcomb, notes January payment was due January first and not received.
A. Herpick, owner of a Spokane jewelry store, was mugged at 7 30 PM by two youths who stole $7 50 and a box of imitation diamonds then fled with help from accomplices. Police arrested Alvin Rolston and Herbert Perkina as suspects. juveniles thought to be about 15 to 26 years old linked to the crime. Police believe the attackers knew Herpick’s habits and infirmity. In a separate note, 40 saloonmen in Spokane refused to pay fines for Sunday openings, spending over two hours in jail.
The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Northern Bank and Trust Company will be held at the office of seid corporation in the Northern Bank and Trust Building in the city of Seattle on January 15 1908 at 3 p m for electing directors and other business. The stock transfer books will be closed at 5 p m January 6 and reopen at 10 a m January 16 1908.
Rival Republican mayoral hopefuls Miller and Trimble to debate in public next week in Hallard. Judge Humphries supports the plan, saying the primary spirit lets voters decide and that face to face discussions on campaign issues will aid voters. The exact date depends on securing a hall and meeting logistics.
Waddingham announces minimum wages become maximum under open shop rules with a sliding scale, triggering union concerns of a walkout. Candidate Matthew Dow and contractor Dow & Co oppose open shop while Dew defends faith with unions and accuses Megrath & Duhamel of forcing the policy.
Next week Portland will see the creation of a new financial institution named the Scandinavian American bank. It will have paid-up capital of 100000 and be funded by local residents. C. Fricksen has been chosen as president.
Francis J. Heney says he will reveal facts backing his accusations against Senator Fulton when ready. He references prior criticism of Senator Mitchell and Abraham Rees and notes the need to present evidence to the public at the proper time. The exchange follows Fulton's request for Heney to detail alleged misdeeds or offer a public statement of the claims.
Abe Attell featherweight champion defeated Kid Farmer in a street brawl on Fillmore after a dispute over money. The Chicago welterweight called Attell a cheap guy, prompting a heated exchange that led to clashing punches before bystanders intervened.
San Francisco reports reveal how letters from banker Walter J. Bartnett appear to confess guilt in the Colton securities sale tied to a banking house. Prosecutor Cook notes a cypher suggesting the sale benefited the bank against court orders, with the incriminating message written from Bartnett's Waldorf room in New York last October.
Federal sanitation department reports two more plague rats caught for study under lab examination. Guinea pigs inoculated with the virus died promptly while bacteriologists prepare definitive reports expected in a few days.
Local Chamber of Commerce appointed a committee to recruit and organize white pickers for orange growers and packing houses. The plan aims to exclude Japanese workers while ensuring a rapid supply of labor, linking to the broader movement to mobilize white labor for the industry.
Vallejo California May or Brew state president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles was crushed while working on the warship St Louis at Mare Island navy yard. The shaft alley collapsed pinning him to the deck and causing severe hip and spinal injuries with paralysis of the lower limbs. Fellow workers aided the rescue and he was eventually freed with the help of jack crews.
In Lisbon on January 4, observers expect the present autocratic regime to end in the spring with new elections and a return to constitutional government. The move is attributed to pressure from King Edward of England and foreign bankers and merchants who warn of heavy economic loss if the dictatorship continues.
Deputy Comptroller estimated the 1908 city primary and general elections and voter registration will cost about 23 966 dollars. Registration at city hall 10 377 60 dollars. Booth rent for precinct registration 526 dollars. Clerks for precinct registration 4 489 dollars. General election expenses 2 080 dollars.
City Comptroller Harry W Carroll returned from Olympia where he delivered 146000 of the last lighting bond issue to the state treasurer and received a warrant for that sum payable from the state school fund. The warrant will be paid to the city treasurer and then by checks on state depository banks.
New Ponte Tan Tete witnesses summoned to testify about the actual murder of Stanford White by Harry K. Thaw. The state will present most evidence for rebuttal. Thaw counsel seeks to know if May Mackensie, Evelyn Thaw's friend, will be subpoenaed by the prosecution.
The January 4 short session opened irregularly and then showed strength with heavy short covering and 1 to 2 point gains. Profit taking followed the upturn, copper remained firm, and the closing market was dull but steady as bank statements were delayed until after the close, signaling hoped for deficit restoration.
A man robbed a bank to raise money for a 45 to 50 dollar suit crafted for 35 dollars by McGreg or Elliott at 106 Cherry Street. Police report suspects the act aimed at funding clothing purchase.
In Ogden Utah on January 4 a mob of 160 white men attacking Japanese laborers failed to drive them out after police and sheriff forces intervened. Missiles flew and several were lightly injured during the confrontation sparked by a prior discharge of 30 Americans and replacement with Japanese workers. Many Japanese fled by train as whites vowed to remove them from the city.
Seattle manager Dr. E Dugdale dismisses Coast league pressure and says Seattle will not join under conditions. Northwest league officials sent a telegram offering Portland to the Northwest league, with Helena on file and talks of eight clubs if Portland joins. Coast magnates call Dugdale's bid a feint while weighing annexation options.
City surveyors near Tacoma discovered the decomposed body of Miss Tillie Pratt once missing since May 26. The Elgin watch and diamond ring identified by clothing and jewelry confirmed her identity as the Seattle man's fiancée. John Pratt, her father, identified the belongings.
Ely Nevada police arrested attorney Anthony Jurich for complicity in a nervy hold up at a gambling ball and saloon in Apexetown Nevada. He allegedly accompanied client James Doran who claimed a half interest with L Johnson. Jurich allegedly waved a revolver to control the crowd while Doran took $100 from the roulette wheel and cash register. Bail set at 50 cents.
The executive committee of the Building Trades Assembly declared the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition unfair after the exposition management refused to agree to employ only union labor for building the fair structures.
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