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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1909
Page
1
A fatal crash on Queen Anne Hill near Lincoln High School kills a sophomore and injures several others when a speeding bob sled collides with a car driven by William H. and owned by Schlager & Co. The accident occurs just before 9 o'clock as the vehicle ascends the hill, killing one student and severely wounding others.
Superintendent L B Youngs warned that continued water waste could leave Beattle with no supply by tomorrow afternoon. Reservoir levels have plummeted from 95 feet to three feet at Lincoln park, with downtown and Queen Anne Capitol Hill at risk for cooking use and fire safety.
GEO. E. CHAMBERLAIN asserts a political betrayal would deny him the Oregon senate seat. He frames the contest as a pledge honoring the people’s rule and warns traitors of social ostracism, stressing honesty and honor in public trust.
Joseph swerved to avoid a car and struck the motor vehicle at speed. Archie Young suffered a fractured skull and died at Pacific hospital. Barker survived injuries. Police determined the collision was accidental. funeral services will be held and the body shipped to Blue Earth, Minnesota.
William White of 1922 Terry Ave was found half frozen near the Krocery store on Sixth Ave N this morning. He was taken to Pacific hospital and is expected to recover from exposure after allegedly becoming intoxicated and stumbling from a vehicle. he died near the grocery store.
Queen Anne residents complain of poor transit under Seattle Electric Co with transfers at hill foot and top and 14 minute intervals. A resident suggests looping North Queen Anne to improve service, hoping for reforms spurred by The Star’s coverage.
Frank Staiti, owner of a Seattle restaurant, learns all his parents and siblings survived the Messina earthquake. Dispatches confirm devastation in Messina and nearby Canari. The Seattle relief drive totals 9,088.31 with contributions split between Dr. Ghig lone, the Italian consul, and the Red Cross.
One hundred men on the municipal lighting plant construction force were laid off for lack of funds. The operating department remains intact and service will not be impaired. Funds from a $466,440 bond issue are awaited. the city already owes $240,000 to water and general funds.
Andy Carnegie calls on every worker to become a stockholder and invest in the Wallet. Sharka quits juggling the stocks.
Boise officials report scores of social and business leaders fell ill after eating poisoned chicken at the inaugural ball honoring Governor Brady. The event, the city’s brightest society affair, drew several hundred guests before caterers halted service once the contamination was found.
Hundreds of skaters, including boys and girls and a few adults, enjoy Green Lake as freezing weather continues. Ice thickness ranges from one and a half to two inches, with clear surface once snow is swept away, promising excellent skating tomorrow.
Ill man aged about 80 known for favorite psalm read before he shot himself in a Virginia Street boarding house. Police say he left a Bible open near the body and a 32 caliber revolver by his side. His son Rey Thompson, a local firefighter in Seattle, is being sought.
Senator Fulton of Oregon said no letter was written withdrawing from the senatorial race against Governor Chamberlain. He stated he never declared for the race and that recent remarks were private opinions about electing a Republican majority. He added he would not enter a contest without friends doing the work and denied any conference or solicitation.
Gov elect Cosgrove is unlikely to return to Washington next week due to bad weather. Howard Cosgrove, his son, telegraphed about conditions in Olympia and awaits a reply. Local opinion holds that travel is a personal crisis for Cosgrove until weather improves.
In Montesane Superior Court Frank Mitchell and Jack Huston pleaded not guilty to violating gambling laws. Trial set for January 18.
U S Naval Constructor Holden Aoene and his wife seek divorce. They admit omitting the naval officer involved. Lieut Franklin Wayne Osburn Jr chief engineer of the monitor Cheyenne on a test cruise. He allegedly found the officer kissing Aoene's wife downstairs. Osburn moved to Cheyenne two years ago from the battleship Georgian.
Beattie clearing today shows 1 157 975 50 in totals with balances 120 109 11. Portland clearing today lists 766 460 74 867 with balances 9748 930 and overall totals 2 673.
The State Sportsmen Association urges newspapers to push wardens in all counties to use funds to scatter grain on the snow for quail and other game birds as a severe snow storm endangers their food supply. A conference in Olympia discussed the Columbia River boundary and possible reopening of a federal case.
The corporations committee referred to A V Rouillon and W H Weaver a plan to investigate street car conditions citywide. Bouillon will return the overcrowding ordinance to the committee in ten days and report findings. Weaver will assist in a thorough review of all aspects of the street car system.
Mark Thiede a blacksmith aged about unknown, was found dead in his room at 2017 Seventh Ave shortly after 9 am, suffocated by gas after likely awakening at night. Neighbor Jack Grniven, who rooms there, reported a strong odor and Thiede’s body was moved to Bonney-Watson Co. for burial.
Dr S Griggs arrested on charges of threatening to kill after Mary Anderson, in critical condition post operation, says he frightened her by appearing over her in her room at the Hotel Irving. Anderson, treated at Providence hospital, was transferred to Hotel Irving by Dr Schellabarger. Bail set at $2000. Perry ordered the arrest.
The forecast calls for light snow tonight and Sunday with continued cold temperatures and moderate northerly winds. Local conditions remain chilly as a wintry mix is not expected to intensify.
The Star reports that Mrs. Paul Glaser of Grandway began feeding hundreds of birds since the snow arrived. Another local woman hung four bread pieces in a tree near her window, attracting over a hundred birds within an hour.
In Salem Oregon on January 9 prospects rise of betrayal by lawmakers who promised to vote for the people's choice for United States senator. The question looms whether they will honor their pledges under the new direct primary law or bow to the old Oregon land ring and political pressures. The outcome carries a national message about the people's power to rule.
The piece describes Republican lieutenants boasting of “bought” supporters to defy the people and avert a party disaster. It notes the old ring’s shock at Fulton’s primaries and Chamberlain’s selection, labeling it a menace to the senator and signaling ongoing intra-party conflict. Continued on Page Seven.
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