Mayor Guthrie Seen as Honest Yet Trapped by City Powers
In Wattsburg Jas 4, Marlan E. Pew profiles Mayor W Guthrie amid a graft culture in city government. The piece contrasts reform rhetoric with entrenched bosses, noting Guthrie’s wealth and detachment from common citizens while condemning the corrupt system that shades his efforts.
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Marlan E. Pew
Wattsburg
Jas
W. Guthrie
Murphy
Roger
Ruef
Cox Ertal
Iike
Roosevelt replies to Congress over secret service clause
President Roosevelt issues a special message denying that he accused a majority of Congress of corruption and challenging Congress to provide specific names or evidence. He cites Tawney and Smith as supporters of restricting the secret service and argues the issue centers on curbing indiscriminate investigations. Continued on Page Seven.
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Washington
U. P
Roosevelt
House
Anen
Congress
Secret Service
Tawney
Minheeda
Smith
Ilona
Tawney and Smith
Ordinance to End Street Car Shame in Seattle
Seattle passes a rule governing street car capacity with signs showing vehicle limits. Violations carry fines from five to twenty five dollars per excess passenger, considering all persons aboard including operators.
Government governor elect COSGROVE to be inaugurated in Olympia
Governor elect Cow Grove announced plan to depart Paso Robles on Thursday for Olympia where he will be inaugurated January 11. He said his health improves and all departure plans are complete. After the ceremony he may return here to recover fully and travel without serious effects.
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Paso Robles
Cal
Cow Grove
Olympia
Ministers Denounce All Night Saloon Bill in Seattle
The Seattle Ministerial federation denounces Councilman E W Way s proposal for an all night saloon ordinance. They call on citizens to protest and threaten to oppose the bill if advanced. Way says the measure is premature and no bill has been drawn or approved by him or City Attorney Calhoun.
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Common Council of
Seattle
Seattle Ministerial Federation
E. W. Way
E. W. Wary
Scott Calhoun
Calhoun
Standard Oil Denied Review for New Trial in Large Fine Case
The United States Supreme Court declined to grant certiorari on the Standard Oil case. The government sought review of a $29 million fine by Judge Landis, with the decision returning to the Chicago- based circuit court for retrial. No opinion was issued.
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Washington
U. P
United States Supreme Court
Standard Oj! Company
Landia
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
Chicago
Supreme Court
Circuit Court of Appeals
United States Elrcuit Court
Fuller
Neighbors Save Woman From Husband Abusive Attacks
Lottie Franklin filed for divorce from Jesse B. Franklin in Superior Court this morning. The couple married in 1895 and have no children. The complaint alleges the husband is insanely serious and recently pursued his wife down a city street, calling her abusive names, forcing her to seek refuge in a store. Neighbors say they intervened to save her.
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Lottie
Frankboner
Jesse B. Frankboner
Superior Court
Thief Steals Ostrich Feathers at San Jose Farm
Robbers eluded the watchman at the San Jose Ostrich farm early today and carried away ostrich feathers plumes fans and bows valued at 1500 from the sales room. No suspects identified.
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San Josh
Cal
San Jose
Juror Tries Case by Law of God in Injury Trial
James G. Love, a prospective juror, declares he will follow the law of God rather than man in the Fred Muller versus Vulcan works personal injury case. He refused oath but was accepted as a juror after affirmation by both sides in Judge Albertson's court.
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Made Love
James G. Love
Albertson
Fred Muller
Love
Wiley's head is ready to fall
Dr. Wiley, chief chemist of the Department of Agriculture, said he has not heard of a resignation but would be ready to leave if demanded. He stressed his stance against adulterated foods and doubted finding a job elsewhere if forced out.
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Washington
U. P
Dr. Wiley
Department of Agriculture
Burglars Loot San Jose Post Office Branch
Two men robbed the San Jose Home Anion Store branch of the United States post office after securing tools. They looted the safe and escaped with 300 dollars in cash and 60 dollars in stamps. The incident occurred January 4, with U P reporting.
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San Jose
Cal
U. P
Home Anionatore
United States Post Office
Stampa
Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Troops Case
The United States Supreme Court today upheld President Roosevelt’s action in dismissing the Negro troops at Brownsville camp. The ruling concerns Oscar W. Reid, who sought back pay from enlistment through his term’s end, against the government.
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Washington
U. P
Roosevelt
Brownsville
United States Supreme Court
Oscar W. Reid
Whatcom County ministers back anti race track bill
The Whatcom County Ministerial association adopted resolutions endorsing a stringent anti race track bill at its regular morning meeting in Pellingham. The move was initiated by Ole Hanson of Beattle and was unanimously accepted.
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Pellingham
A. P. Strong
Whatcom County
Taxation Committee to Vote On Harbor Franchise Question Tomorrow
The Chamber of Commerce taxation committee will render a report tomorrow on the exclusive marriage franchise grant issue. Fowler, chamber representative to the National Rivers and Harbors Congress in Washington DC, who was asked to gather special data for the Beattie harbor commission, will also present a report.
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Chamber of Commerce
Fowler
National Rivers and Harbors
Washington, DC
Beattie Harbor Commission
Roosevelt asks Congress for relief funds for Italy quake
The President sent a special message urging a $500,000 appropriation for Italian earthquake victims and proposing supply ships Cel tic and Culgoa and eight battleships to assist. He also asked for a further $600,000 to aid relief efforts under executive direction with Italian government consent. The Senate referred the message to the Appropriations Committee as Senator Hale proposed adjournment for committee discussion.
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U. P
Roosevelt
Congress
Italy
Celtic
Culgoa
Senate
Committee On Appropriations
Hale
Seattle proposes curb on crowded street cars ordinance
A proposed ordinance to Seattle City Council would end overcrowding on street cars. It sets a maximum capacity per car, requires clear markings of permitted passenger numbers, and aims to reduce standing and indecencies during rush hours. The measure targets reform of streetcar conditions and accountability of Seattle Electric Co. to riders.
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Seattle
Weather Outlook Fair Tonight and Tuesday
The forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and on Tuesday with light west winds. No rain or storms are expected and temperatures should remain mild.
Legislature Approves 800000 for Italian Earthquake Relief
The house unanimously passed a bill providing 800000 for Italian earthquake relief, surpassing the president's request of 500000 in his special message.
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Washington
U. 2
House
Water Shut Off In Specific City Blocks Tomorrow
Water will be shut off tomorrow from 2 to 4 PM for blocks north of North 40th Street and west of Meridian Avenue to Third Avenue North West, extending to old Ballard north of Pay 70th Street.
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North 40Th St
Meridian Av
Third Av
N. W
Old Ballard
Cosgrove Named Secretary to Governor-Elect
Howard Cosgrove, son of the governor-elect, has arrived in Olympia and is expected to be appointed executive private secretary, succeeding Frank M. Dallam Jr. on the administration change. Dallam will return to newspaper work.
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Olympia
U. P
Howard Cosgrove
Frank M. Dallam
Dallam
Sailor Schools Called Needed To Bolster American Sea Power
Captain W. J. Smith of the Seattle Nautical College argues that American ships are scarce and officers few. He corrects claims of no Pacific coast nautical schools by citing four San Francisco schools which produced over 300 officers since opening. He urges Congress to remove handicaps preventing shipbuilding to restore prestige and job prospects.
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W. J. Smith
Seattle Nautical College
Arcade
W. T. Isted
Merchants’ Exchange
Mr. Isted
Pacific
San Francisco
Smith
Congress
Robbery Reported by Charles Ferrero at Pacific Hotel
Charles Ferrero told police he was robbed at the Pacific hotel of a money belt holding $210 in gold and bills. He had gone to Georgetown earlier in the evening and returned to find the belt missing.
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Charles Ferrero
Pacific Hotel
Ferrero
Georgetown
Roosevelt and Hitchcock clash over Oregon Senate choice
President Roosevelt challenges Frank Hitchcock chairman of the national Republican committee over efforts to persuade Oregon legislators to support Charles W Fulton instead of Governor Geo E Chamberlain. The dispute triggered reported tense conferences and a ruffled president.
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Washington
U. P
Oregon
Geo. E. Chamberlain
United States
Roosevelt
Frank Hitchcock
National Republican Committee
Hitchcock
Charles W. Fulton
Chamberlain
Senate
Assassination Attempt Targets Tennessee Attorney General
In Union City Tennessee on Saturday night an attempt was made on Attorney General Caldwell as he stood on his residence steps. Two shots were fired but missed. The assailant fled. no one injured. A burglar then entered the nearby home of P. J. Gobel at 216 10th Avenue North and stole toiletry items and an umbrella.
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Union City
Tenn
U. P
Caldwell
P. J. Gobel
Av. N
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