14 Jan 1911
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1911
Page
1
A contempt of court case before Judge John F. Main, more than two years old, involved a law practitioner arguing that press comments prejudiced the judge. Main rejected the claim and asserted that newspaper remarks cannot influence his future decisions, citing reviews and records in the Sullivan case.
Frederic Louis Huidekoper writes for United Press that the U S army is in a lamentable state with near zero ammunition and weak posts while the navy remains the only strong branch. He cites Secretary of War and Taft remarks and warns of potential German and Japanese threats if war comes.
A judge condemns newspaper publications aimed at a pending injunction case. The court may fear bias or embarrassment and questions whether it can fairly rule at the final hearing on the Duwarms injunction.
Edith Melcher, mother of four year old George, confessed murderess after police say she compelled the boy to drink carbolic acid. The body was found in a Schenectady swamp. authorities seek a possible accomplice and a man who left with her from Schenectady.
Carrie Nation, famed for saloon wrecking, was brought to her brother's Kansas City home today in a nervous breakdown. Physicians said her condition is not dangerous and that a short rest should lead to a complete cure.
A free band concert featuring Wagner's Orchestra is announced at the Bon Marche store. The event runs until 8 PM with no admission fee and broad community attendance invited.
Rev Jos L Garvin leader of the Seattle Ministers Federation calls on churches to urge parishioners to register at the pref ontaine building near city hall. He stresses votes count and notes many have already registered or will do so tomorrow.
Mrs Clambersome warns Claudie to avoid missteps as he leaves home. He spots a bird's nest under the summer kitchen eaves and climbs a soft soap barrel to reach it, illustrating an impulsive adventure that ends the tale.
Total registration up to 5 yesterday was 20 289 with 1 443 voters qualifying yesterday. Based on 1910 spring election registrar estimated around 43 000 and 60 percent women, current registration could reach about 65 000. Yesterday marked the smallest registration since books opened.
Olympia report says Frank H. Rudkin of the Washington state supreme court declined with thanks the Eastern Washington federal judgeship vacancy created by the death of Edward Whitson. Rudkin had just been elected to another six year term on the state Supreme Court.
December report by Health Commissioner Crichton records 179 men arrested for expectorating on sidewalks. January already shows a record pace with 20 arrests per day to date.
North Yakima January 14. FE Heasey 60, despondent over failing eyesight, left $2.50 on a friend's doorstep and then leaped before a Northern Pacific train. He died instantly.
Desperate Gill forces plan to block a recall bill in the legislature. Five lobbyists travel to Olympia to fight Monday’s vote while supporters push for a citywide new election. They claim the petition is valid and the people are closing in on Gill over a light plant deal and vice syndicate ties.
Fred A. Young files suit in circuit court alleging a scheme to turn ordinary mineral water springs into valuable hot springs. He seeks recovery of a judgment totaling $42,500 against CG H Belcher.
Miss Alice Johnson refuses to marry without parental consent after Walter J. Ware, a wealthy suitor, obtained a marriage license and planned to wed before the probate judge in Dayton Ohio. The couple's date was halted as she hesitated to give her consent.
A medley of curious claims spans comets as omens, 4467 Pacific earthquake shocks, 50 governments, high mortality rates, 1910 Indian expenditures over 15 million dollars, Death Valley’s 278 feet below sea, English word count, counterfeit arrests, and 76 918 063 domestic money orders for 1910. Wagner’s band at the Bon Marche opens a band concert preview.
Intense cold from the Great Lakes to the Rocky Mountains persisted yesterday and last night. Edmonton registered 52 below zero, the worst since Christmas Eve 1879, while Prince Albert logged 50 below, continuing a frigid spell that swept Alberta.
Chicago January 14 Arthur Gharret a stove works employee was arrested on a charge of slander brought by Mrs Bertha Gleason. The man was noted for appearing unusually wise when questioned about various stories prompting the legal action.
The 400 member Municipal league endorsed George W. Dilling for mayor at noon and adopted a harsh report targeting R. M. Arms, lighting superintendent. The committee accuses Arms of poor judgment and neglect that pushed residents toward gas, claiming he had power to serve the area and alleging a perceived source of his appointment.
An agitated man claimed 60,000 Celestials pursued him as he dashed through a jail corridor yelling for confinement. He appeared before Judge Frater’s lunacy commission, saying the cause was too much pipe.
In Kansas City at 25th and Holmes a hungry man in a faded gray overcoat demanded food and pie. He asked for whisky and received custard splashed on Mrs. Morris Leskowitz. She poured boiling water on him from a stove. the intruder fled as police seek him.
Warner's band performs at the Bon Marche tonight in a late evening show. The event brings music to shoppers and nearby diners with a lively brass and rhythm section set to start after sundown.
The executive committee of the Citizens' Committee passed a resolution asking employers to allow workers one hour at their expense to register for the February 23 councilmanic primary. The committee, about 170 business and labor leaders, approved the measure yesterday afternoon.
John Johnson consumed 16 to 28 jolt s of whiskey daily and stole half a gallon weekly. He boasted he drank enough to pay for the saloon opposite his grocery. His wife sues for divorce asking alimony child support and a receiver to run the grocery business.
The weather report records a 19 degree morning temperature with reflections on past frigid spells. Comparisons cite 1908 dipping to 12 degrees for ten days and 1907 reaching 11 degrees, noting fuel dealers’ delight and ongoing cold sentiment.
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