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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1902

Page

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Dr Lawson Faces Startling Charges in State Board Probe

Tacoma report details an alleged fraud scheme to help Dr O V Lawson pass a state medical board exam. cléent accuser James F Brad and Dr J Q Stewart describe a plan to provide answers for a fee, with a threatening letter from a man calling himself Wilson. Police and board actions loom as Lawson and associates dispute culpability amid a widening inquiry.

Lawson State Medical Board Tacoma Ft Te Braid Wilson P.I Medical Board F. H. Coe Seattle O. V. Lawcen D. Abbo Brad J. Q. Stewart Posten Breck Stewart Dr. Wilson Wison Stewart Aying Board of Medical Examiners Mr. Braid Wilton Dr. Lawson

Trains crash in smoky New York tunnel injures many

A collision inside the York Central tunnel near Otthand Park Avenue left multiple dead or missing and many injured. Fire crews battled flames as rescuers worked through smoke and debris for hours, with officials unsure of the final death toll.

New York Tunnel York Central Tunnel Otthand Park Avenue TON New Rochdlle Dan- Praete New York New &Ford Scardh Shal Geen Hon Waere Fiftieth Street 168Th Street Harlem

Planning Big Move Amid Boer War Rumors

Fragmentary notes describe Mara and Boer forces in tension with British troops. Reports mention reinforced seats and possible coups, with communications across field lines raising concern of coordinated action and raids. The outline hints at legal actions by a prosecuting attorney in a separate bank affair case.

Don Jan Mara Potha Joe Sonante Dewet Offered

Miners Entombed in Negaunee Mine Cave-In

A cave-in at the Negaunee mine trapped several miners. One was rescued as officials later said about 12 men likely perished while others remain missing. Names include Dominico Basso, J Hunlalla, Lam Williams, John Sullivan, John Pascoe, and John Pearce.

Wegaunef Mich Negaunee Dominico Basso J. Hunlalla Ilam Wiliams John Sullivan John Pascoe John Pearce

Fisherman William Julian Arrested on Suspicion of Theft

Patrolman Bevan arrested William Julian, a local fisherman, last night on suspicion of involvement in a petty burglary on the tide. The case concerns alleged theft from harbor facilities and remains under investigation by police.

William Julian Bevan

Dawson and White Horse Navigation Wins St Michael Franchise

Private advice from Washington reports the Alaska Commercial Co and North American Transportation and Trading Co monopoly over Yukon freight broken. The Dawson and White Horse Navigation Co gains a war department permit to build wharves and warehouses at St Michael, ending transfer by scows and shifting naval land rights amid Klondike era tensions.

Port Townsend Washington Alaska Commercial Co North American Transportation and Trading Co St. Michael Yukon River War Department Dawson and White Horse Navigation Co Scowa St. Michael Island Nto Klondike

Subpoenas Issued by ICC for Hill and Rail Magnates

The Interstate Commerce Commission announced subpoenas aimed at J J Wi, F H Hasrinan and other railroad magnates to compel their appearance and testimony about the Northwestern railroad merger. The investigation adjourned to January 24 after they refused to respond to requests.

Intercommerce Commission Toda United States Circuit Court Tsns J. J. Wi F. H. Hasrinan Northwestern Wes Hit Harriman

Panama Canal Sale Talks Reach White House Amid Canal Bill Debate

Edouard Lampre and Admiral Walker visited President Roosevelt to present terms for the Panama Canal Co to sell its franchise and works to the United States. Congress resumes consideration of the Nicaraguan canal bill as Parker proposes authority to build by the best route and Morrin seeks power to buy Panama rights for 40 million dollars if the isthmian canal commission deems the route feasible. Roosevelt nominates Bhaw for secretary of the treasury Payne for postmaster general Crossland as Liberia minister and Graham as California surveyor general along with new California postmasters including Shelton Attlefield Anaheim Boggs Newcastle Holmes Selma Bautzer San Pedro.

Washington, D. C Edouard Lampre The Panama Canal Co Roosevelt Admiral Walker Lampre Panama Company United States House Parker New Hampshire Morrin Minnesota Isthmian Canal Commission Senate Bhaw Treasury Payne John Crossland Missouri Liberia W. 8. Graham California Sheldon Tattlefield Anaheim J. C. Boggs Newcastle G. W. Holmes Selma J. H. Bautzer San Pedro

Lang Appointed City Comptroller and Chief Registration Clerk

Arthur Lang is named city comptroller and chief registration clerk until midnight February 11. Lang topped civil service eligibility lists and now oversees seven clerks with potential for more aides if needed.

Paul Arthur Lang Lang

Immigrant Station at Fire Island Under Scrutiny

A report to the president and Secretary Gage exposes alleged misconduct at the Fire Island immigrant station New York. Officials are accused of tolerating procurers enticing unwary immigrants who, often without English, are led into disorderly houses and deportations after funds for rail fare vanish. The findings suggest a need for a full cleanup.

Washington, Bd.c Macking Fille Island New York Gage

Kitchen Furnishings Sale Sparks Bargain Bash

In this notice the Mason stove polish rounds and lanterns drop to five cents, a roasting pan goes from one dollar to three quarters, and assorted kitchen items including coffee pots and flour sifters reduce in price across departments as part of a clearance sale.

Minors Targeted at The Last Chance Saloon South Park

Emma White swore a warrant in Justice Cann's court against the South Park saloon manager for allowing minors to enter. The complaint names Eber White Herdel Goodson and John Thorp as frequent patrons with the proprietor's knowledge. Residents supported the action amid earlier efforts to close the establishment.

Mra Emma White Justice Cann's Court South Park Eber White Herdel Goodson John Thorp John Doe Fouth Park

The Penalty of Her Crime

A small woman, Cora Sherman, is beaten early morning with one black eye and a discolored face. She denies that bartender A Murphy harmed her and says she was receiving periodic whippings from him. Murphy and officers Ryan and McClurg are involved in the investigation.

Cora Sherman A. Murphy Murphy Ryan and McClurg Sherman Cora Jaliler Grant

Shotgun attack on girl in Stanwood shocks town

James Ross fired both barrels through a glazed door at Victoria Pierce, 7, wounding her severely. The assailant, who had previously courted her sister Cora, fled as armed citizens hunted him. authorities fear blood poisoning could prove fatal, while lynching talk circulates. Ross, 45, had recent bond violations.

Stanwood Wash James Ross Victoria Pierce Rosse Cora Pierce Tross Ross Pross Ioss

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