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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1912
Page
7
A historical reflection on America's shift from competitive markets to monopolies. The piece traces greed for capital, the rise of corporations, rail networks, and metal auctions, then details how the Dingley tariff enabled massive consolidations and the emergence of two dominant powers, Morgan and Standard Oil, undermining competition.
The trial concluded with a guilty verdict on the charge tied to an editorial titled Nude Bathing in the Sound. The case hinged on questions with no country precedents and involved claims of theft of readers’ respect.
G. Dow, alumnus of William Jewell College, Liberty, moves to Cambridge Massachusetts to pursue doctoral work in Harvard universitys sociology department. His prior career as a traveling salesman and fountain pen seller is cited as foundation for his study of human nature and social conditions.
Paris reports a death sentence for Baraness de Couvrigny after she and her son were involved in the murder of Baron de Couvrigny. The son received 20 years for the killing following extenuating circumstances that reduced his punishment. The baron had cut off her allowance and she used poisoning attempts before the murder.
Vallejo report says released Mare Island prisoners received part of a $2,000 shortage from the East. Arthur J Matthews of the Marine Corps is accused of taking from their fund around the time the former warden vanished. Matthews's mother reportedly sent the money.
Leroy Osborne and Lloyd Burns pleaded guilty to grand larceny after stealing essentials to feed and clothe their wives during hard times. Judge Gay imposed one to fifteen years in the reformatory for each, granting them another chance.
A circulated petition in Seattle asks the city to amend ordinance No. 27224 to exclude boys and men under 21 from restaurants and dining rooms serving liquor unless accompanied by a male escort. The group argues the change would curb the so called cafe evils arising from current liquor laws.
Dr. Elwin J. Brown, socialist candidate last year, filed for mayor this morning and paid the $60 comptroller fee despite a mandamus order. Four other socialists refused to pay, seeking ballot spots for councilman, corporation counsel, comptroller, and treasurer.
Twenty two newly married couples appeal for charity due to the zero weather. Wireless messages warn of a fire threatening the Massachusetts leper colony on Penikese Island, Boztard Bay harbor.
Josephine Primmer aged 11 or 12 admitted perjury in court after retracting earlier charge against her father. Judge Gay imposed a one to fifteen year reformatory sentence but suspended it pending good behavior.
Two passengers drowned and 14 others badly frozen after the steamer Nettie Jotmeon struck ice in Lake L Anguife. The vessel was traveling from Arianna to Helena, Arkansas, when it sank.
A cable from Frederick Cairns to Congressman Sulzer accuses American Minister to Persia Russell of being demented and aiding the Persian government against 14 American citizens tied to W Morgan Shuster’s Persian finances. The message reveals friction over unpaid salaries and travel expenses.
Notice of public hearing before the Seattle Port Commission set for January 4 at 2 PM. Officials will decide on proposed improvements and allocations impacting waterfront property and city planning. Public comment welcomed. meeting details in City notices.
A collage of classifieds shows property peddling on Magnolia near Grand Boulevard and Twentieth Avenue, plus housing ads in West Seattle and Lake Burien areas. Listings include small bungalows, vacant lots, poultry supplies, furniture, and moving services, all urging quick contact and easy terms.
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