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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1908
Page
1
Peter Walters and Antonio Tepto were charged with robbing the Haker post office last October. A jury found items alleged as evidence, totaling $500, to be returned by the court clerk. The case remains unresolved as proceedings continue.
Reports say Williams, former secretary of the Se Commercial club, left home with Mrs. John Burman wife of a Pacific Puget Sound hotel company VP. Williams may be in Seattle. Mrs. Williams confirms estrangement and says she will not retaliate. Huxman denies involvement.
Police traced a burglary involving watches and underwear from a room in Seattle area lodgings. Charles Semmicker Chadwick and accomplices Lies and Devinne were identified. Semmicker and Devinne were arrested in Bellingham with evidence from pawnbrokers and a note implying mistaken blame.
Rival mayoral candidates Matthee Dow and Major Moore addressed voters at Ballard meeting, Dow making his first city party appearance despite tensions. Precinct election officials were selected for several wards, with further meetings planned at Oltman’s hall and Madrona hall as party leaders convene.
In George's court this morning a melodrama about a stage slapping incident concluded with leading actress Ruby Hale fined 75 dollars plus costs. The quarrel centered on a slap backstage linked to a scene in The Hour company production. The leading lady admitted the act and vowed she would do it again if provoked, while others blamed tensions between cast members including the ingenue and the manager's wife.
Reports say Governor Eugene Semple, once chief executive of Myton, is critically ill and may not recover. He left for medical care with friends after months of declining health that raised fears for his vigor and ability to resume duties.
The senate committee on territories endorsed a favorable report on the nominations of Governor Curry and Secretary of State Nathan Jaffa of New Mexico and Secretary of State John Hague of Arizona, signaling strong support for their appointments.
In Tonopah Nevada January 10 1930s era report notes the mining companies cut wages to half a dollar and other operators follow suit as efforts sweep Nevada to buoy demand for silver and lift prices.
Tim Monahan and Miller quarrelled at the United Verde smelter in Jerome Arizona. Monahan struck Miller on the jaw with a fatal blow and left. Miller died shortly after. Monahan was taken into custody as a coroner's inquest was pending. Great Northern to continue Owl train between Seattle and Vancouver.
The Thaw surname faces a mounting deluge as Harry K. Thaw’s murder trial unfolds with the countess of Yarmouth and other relatives in attendance. An English court action seeks to annul the countess’s marriage, preventing her from attending the New York proceedings.
In San Francisco on January 16 the appellate court remittitur leaves Ruef and Schmitz fighting for bail. Ruef seeks release after pleas of innocence while prosecutors push for 60 days to appeal. Ex mayor Schmitz, upbeat after the ruling, plans counsel review before deciding next steps.
Clearings today show Tacoma balances of 1 128 700 54 and 171 366 96 dollars. Portland figures list clearings of 791 730 00, balances 32 866 00, 797 841 00 and 76 171 00.
The University of Washington Women’s Glee Club will perform at the university gymnasium tomorrow evening with a program of vocal selections including solo numbers a topical monologue and a cantata by L Deora An informal dance will follow the concert at the same venue.
Port Townsend reports Japanese spies are operating near the forts taking charts and photographs of defenses. An order from the department commander bans all vessels from anchoring near the line between Fort Worden and Fort Flagler and Fort Ward and Middle Point.
Chief Bring huret releases an annual report showing 643 fire alarms and 6463 fires last year. The department lists 172 firefighters, an increase of 12. Total payroll stood at 193 950 dollars and actual fire losses reached 334 417 dollars.
Nyquist, shot in the left breast by partner John Frazier in South Seattle yesterday, has a fair chance of recovery. The bullet is unrecovered but not believed to have hit a vital area. Frazier is charged and likely to plead self defense if Nyquist dies.
Judge John F. Humphries defends supporting the party nominee despite criticism from Mayor Moore at a Ballard city party meeting. He says he would back any rival of corporate-backed candidates like Trimble or Miller and rejects the idea of “squealing” or defecting if he loses in the primary.
The Rev. Dr. F. J. Van Horn said Plymouth Congregational church will build a new structure. He cited the First Presbyterian church’s project and noted he began leading the church a year and a half ago to pursue a new building. The annual report shows space shortages and beneficences totaling $10,000.
F E B Blackwell of 522 Broadway announces his son has been found after a three day disappearance. The youth left a note to his mother saying he is going to better himself and then vanished. The family, from New York months ago, planned to move to Australia.
Mr and Mrs Charles Proseh will celebrate their sixty second anniversary with an informal gathering at their home 621 Ninteen Ave. They were married in New York City in 1846 and have lived in Puget Sound for 50 years. Mr Proseh is a pioneer newspaper man, retired from active work in 1896.
A Seattle man’s father faces a personal crisis as police report a suspected suicide attempt connected to a broader incident. Albert Milteoch, Seattle Crane manager, was contacted by authorities after the son was expected to arrive from San Francisco amid no stated motive for the action.
Mrs Ruth Bryan Geffeney announces in a letter that her separation from her husband is final. Albert H. Geffeney, ex acting inspector in charge at Seattle, was removed from the service last December amid charges he aided Japanese procurers by helping bring women into the United States. An investigation linked a diary entry to his activities and notes of proxy wives landed through boarding houses near Seattle.
Chief Iggy reports Frank H fell wife wired from San Francisco about the shooting of Frank Cochrane in a Fourth saloon last Tuesday. Bell lies in critical condition at Irving sanitarium with high fever. one bullet removed from his arm and no further operations while weak. Claud H. Gross named commander of Geo H. Forteen Camp No 2, Spanish American War Veterans. smoker and vaudeville show drew a large crowd.
In San Francisco on January 10 Judge Lawler dismissed indictments against Joshua Jacob and Herman, former grain brokers on the Pacific Lane, for obtaining money under false pretenses tied to bogus warehouse receipts. The April 18, 1906 trial date was abandoned after a fire destroyed all district attorney records, making restoration impossible.
The Treasury Department drafts on banks for all government deposits as daily receipts fail to meet expectations. A prior $4,000,000 was obtained, but internal revenue and customs receipts remain insufficient. The latest statement shows no relief, requiring an immediate $10,000,000 with working balance down to $5,000,000.
The dredge Portland of Puget Bound Bridge & Dredging Co completed work on Swinomish slough. Dredging began October 27 and lasted about two and a half months using $45,000 in government funds. The dredge will be towed to Seattle.
A committee of the Seattle Florists' society was appointed to outline plans for a flower show next fall in Seattle. The group aims to stimulate interest among flower cultivators and enthusiasts in the region.
Omaha dispatch reports Union Pacific and Burlington railroads will remove porters from chair cars and eliminate firemen on selected passenger trains. The move aims to streamline service and reduce crew counts amid evolving schedules.
Sheriff Smith raids Georgetown saloons after anonymous tip, stopping nickel-in-slot devices just hours after complaints of illegal Sunday gambling. Proprietors rushed machines out of sight, with no clear clue to the tipster. Deputies promise immediate arrests of keepers defying Sunday closing orders.
South bound train No 10 the Sunset express on the Southern Pacific wrecked at Rucker 25 miles below San Jose California. Mrs A P Boyd of Portland Oregon and her young son were killed and an unknown tramp also died. Eighteen injured were taken to a hospital as six coaches left the track and the engine locomotive jumped the rails. A wrecking train and medical staff were rushed to the scene. The train originated in San Francisco and was bound for New Orleans.
The Carnegie Hero Fund trustees submitted a letter seeking bravery recognition for Minnie Myers, matron of the Washington Children’s Home. They also presented her a $356 check with thanks, noting her fire losses remain largely unfunded. Plumbers and Gas Fitters No 32 offered union labor to install plumbing in the temporary home, promising full compliance with union rules and a rapid, complete job.
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