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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1906
Page
3
Jennings recruited Page for legal help then paid him $20. A confrontation at Page's office in Uy Oriental block led Jennings to draw an unloaded gun and threaten Page, who escaped. Jennings vanished afterward raising fears he may harm himself or others with the weapon.
A man identified as Bank Examiner Jennings under President Cleveland resurfaces. Authorities note uncertainty about his status, with police records listing him as a laborer yet describing him as well educated and well dressed, prompting mentions of possible commitment to an asylum if located again.
Washington reports the president said it is the first time in his experience that a lobby’s actual presence has been brought to his attention. Officials deny a legitimate lobby and say no corrupt influence was involved. The president allegedly asked carriers to relay statements to Rep. Rabourk of Wisconsin who opposes Arizona and New Mexico statehood. Senator Tillman did not indicate a senate discussion on the San Domingo crisis and Senator Hagon spoke on Morocco policies. The War Department seeks 5,340,786 dollars for canal expenses from April 1 to July 1.
Washington reports Gen. Chaffee has tendered his resignation as chief of staff of the army. The message states his departure is effective promptly with possible forthcoming replacements to be announced.
The attorney general advised the insurance department that rival agents' charges against Mutual Reserve Life Insurance of New York do not violate estate insurance laws if rebates are given to all policy holders alike. The scheme would create a 20 year fund per $1,000 of policy and divide proceeds pro rata among Washington policyholders, effectively lowering annual premiums by $1 per $1,000.
Washington D C January 15 The canal commission dominations and treati The Philippine tariff and statehood bills were also discussed Senators Ankeny Fulton and Newlands were among the callers.
James Brown Scott of California was appointed today as solicitor of the state department to succeed Judge W L Penfield of Indiana. Scott is a professor of law at Columbia University in New York and was born in Pennsylvania, graduating from Harvard in 1890.
The Cleveland stock exchange firm Fahey & Co. failed this morning amid alleged defalcations by a trusted employee. The firm issued no statement of liabilities. Also noted, the steamer Watson’s final San Francisco trip carried 300 tons of dynamite.
In Kansas City on January 15, 19 year old Cassie Pepe admits being a burglar with her 19 year old sweetheart William Phillips. They robbed over a dozen houses, taking jewels, powders, and clothes. Pepe says Phillips led the thefts while she watched and later entered, drawn by excitement and a plan to marry. Police later arrested both. Phillips confessed and named Pepe as the guiding force.
Chicago January 16 Another murder mystery darkens the city as Anton Spychalsky aged 40 is shot by robbers. He was rushed to the hospital but died shortly after.
Burglars entered Richard Cox’s home through the basement last night but found nothing missing. Entry made early evening. no report filed until 11 o’clock. Detective Freeman assigned to the case.
In Washington on January 15 the house adopted resolutions directing Secretary Bona to report if armor plate delivery for the Connecticut and Louisiana ships was delayed and what steps were taken to prevent further delay. It asks about changes in ship plans and the costs involved. The Connecticut is being built for the government.
Ellen Potter files for divorce from W H Potter amid sensational accusations of inhuman treatment. She says Potter named her vilely and struck her with a milk pan and threatened to kill her. she seeks custody of eight children and half the community property, about $10,000. The case before Judge Albertson proceeds with County Attorney Canton opposing the claim.
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