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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1909

Page

5

Pittsburg Eyes Cleaning Graft Probe Across City

In Pittsburg a fight over graft erupts as District Attorney Blakesley vows evenhanded prosecution, challenging the Republican machine. The piece cites W. A. Magee and local power through newspapers and leagues while urging big reform to curb franchise and utility grafts. Rev. Levy calls for moral honesty and legal action against bribe takers and givers alike.

Dist Bia Commonwealth Pittsburg W. A. Magee China Magee Hans Magee

Pastor Suspect in Rattie Run Church Murder Case

Reports from Port Huron Michigan state Gideon Browning of Tambue township is identified as the man linked to the church murder at Rattie Run. Mount Clair authorities offer a reward for Adair pastor and the initial suspect, while Rev J R Carmichael of Mt Clair is tied to a separate literary plot amid the crimes.

Port Huron Mich U. P Gideon Browning Tambue Township Mt Clair Adair J. R. Carmichael Clair County Rattie Run Ceale

Relief work for sailors begins in Meacina district

A terse dispatch from Rome reports the start of relief efforts for American sailors after the earthquake with the arrival at Meacina marking the initial phase of aid.

Rome Jan U. P Meacina

Holt Seeks New Trial in Fort Worden Murder Case

A motion for a new trial was filed in federal court yesterday by Holt and his attorneys. Holt was convicted on December 72 of the murder of Handsman Henry E Johnson at Fort Worden, May 8, 1908.

Holt Holts Handsman Henry E Johnson Fort Worden May

Exposition Boycott Not Removed At State Convention

Walla Walla January meeting of the federation kept the A P R boycott in force after refusing to hear a lift ban resolution. Seattle barber delegate H Miller led the fight but the motion failed. The convention proceeded with officer elections and plans for next year’s venue.

Walla Walla Waah wUre Ee A Federation H. Miller Seattle Resolutions Committee

Seattle Spirit debuts as bank chapter magazine

The Seattle Spirit monthly, official organ of the Seattle Chapter of the American Institute of Bankers, appeared this morning. Editor Geo. R. Martin of Seattle National Bank and business editor B. N. Sehnoor of Washington Trust Co. oversee the issue. A brief line notes a woman aims to enter space to assist in keeping the street clear.

Seattle Spirit Seattle American Institute of Bankers Geo. R. Martin Seattle National Bank B. N. Sehnoor Washington Trust Co

Seattle Port Bill Drafted by Mead Harbor Committee

Corporation Counsel Boott Calhoun was yesterday appointed by Governor Mead's special harbor committee to draft a bill enabling Seattle to create a port and appoint officers. The measure will be submitted to communities within a week and, if accepted, presented to the legislature. Also notes weather data and local church gatherings with minor remarks.

Boott Calhoun Mead Special Harbor Committee Chamber of Commerce Seattle Portland

Navy Yard Port Orchard Route Changes Announced

On and after Tuesday January 5 the Navy Yard and Port Orchard camera route will depart from Col man dock at foot of Columbia, altering prior schedules and pickup points.

Navy Yard Port Orchard Camera Colman Dock Foot of Columbia

Former governor facing death in San Francisco

Following an operation for an appendectomy at an Oakland hospital, Maletoni, former governor and present deputy federal treasurer at San Francisco, is hovering between life and death with little hope for recovery after a relapse today.

N Francisco U. v Appeeeiet Oakland Maletoni Uteh San Francieco Nie

Mail Carrier Harry Randall Faces New Federal Trial

A federal court jury was impaneled yesterday to try Harry Randall, a mail carrier, for a second time on postal law violations. He had been tried and convicted a year earlier, but a new trial was ordered after alleged misconduct by the prosecuting witness in conversations with a juror.

Harry Randall Hy Wan

Thanks for aid published in The Star letter

The Star received solicitations for clothing for two young boys in the Green Lake district and thanks poured in from Seattle readers. A mother wrote to express gratitude for The Star publishing her appeal and for the community’s generous response to provide clothing.

Green Lake District Thetar Btar The Star Seattle

California Weather Brings Clear Day for Outdoor Events

Los Angeles reports a clear noon with temperatures around 60 degrees. Open air concerts at Ocean Park Venice and Long Beach, plus golf and racing, enjoy perfect conditions for all outdoor activities.

Los Angeles California Ocean Park Venice Long Head

Riverside Refugees Reach City Amid Storm

Southern Pacific reports railroad conditions good as trains bring refugees from storm damaged regions to Riverside. Temperatures over past day reached 66 maximum and 46 minimum with clear weather aiding travel. Seawood Mission notes reservations open as Santa Barbara reports warm weather and surf.

Southern Pacific Colrier Riverside Dutezard Seawood Mission Santa Barbara Paso Robies Washington Oregon del Monte Monterey Calif

Judge Griffin Announces Law Practice Start with Mackintosh

After Monday next Judge Arthur K Griffin eight years superior court judge of King county will join Kenneth Mackintosh retiring prosecuting attorney in a new law office at 20 21 and 22 Alaska building Griffin cleared his calendar and set February dates for Wilson Ed Gay as his successor.

Arthur K. Griffin Superior Court King County Kenneth Mackintosh Alaska Griffin Wilson Ed. Gay

Pet Dog Triggers Fire Escape at North Yakima Home

A small French poodle barked and pulled at doors, awakening Alfred H. Harmer and his wife who fled their burning North Yakima residence to escape smoke and flames. Fire crews battled the blaze as neighbors assisted with evacuation.

North Yakima Alfred H. Harmer

Napavine wife murderer Brigham sentenced to hang

Superior Judge A. K. Rice sentences Frank Brigham to death by hanging at the state penitentiary. The verdict follows the Napavine murder case with Bridgham found guilty.

Chenmalis U. P A. K. Rice Frank ©. Bridgham State Penitentiary

March Supreme Court High Court Reversal Noted

A brief report notes that MPiridghem's con was sustained recently by ine on preme court in a ruling relating to a legal matter.

Mpiridghem Ine Preme Court

Wall Paper Co Cuts Prices Direct to Public

The Federal and Wall Paper Co asserts it can sell direct to customers at 20 to 66 percent savings by bypassing middlemen from 1414 Firatav. The firm claims almost three carloads of stock are on hand ready for delivery.

Federal & Wall Paper Co

Dean's Kidney Pills Offer Relief for Kidney Ailments

A historical advertisement touts Dean's Kidney Pills as a remedy for women and men with kidney weakness. It links backache dizziness and urinary disturbances to kidney trouble and claims the pills restore kidney function and relieve chronic symptoms.

Dean

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