Baby faced wife sold to man linked to Denver murder
Denver January case unfolds a tale of love betrayal and blackmail ending in a killing. Cuthbert Dury died after a staged domestic dispute as Burdette Bell and his lover Mabel Bell are accused of complicity and a forged contract sale. The case centers on Mabel Bell's mother and a legal sale of the wife to Dury through a 1908 document. Bell faces possible execution while Mabel hesitates to testify, citing sensational risk.
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Bell
Nickelodeon
Perkins Bell
Denver
the Perkins
Evert
Mabel Bell
Mabel
Hell
Puvier Dury
Frances
Mabelei
C. Dury
Cuvier Dury
Mary Rinker
Curtis
Dury
Stell
Gairy
Mr. Allenton
Mra. Allenton
Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition Bill Advances Aid
Representative Slayden of Pierce introduced a bill to support the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition with an immediate 50000 dollar appropriation to pay interest on bonds saved. The measure guarantees 6 percent interest. Also dated Olympia January 19, sheriff William Billings of Thurston County died at 81 from old age malady.
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Olympia
Slayden
Pierce
Alaska
William Billings
Thurston County
Thief Attacks Seattle Police in Open Letter
Frank J. Enna, an escaped thief from Seattle, writes from Dolgeville California alleging police corruption and bribery. He warns Seattle will be overrun by crooks if action is not taken and says he plans to travel to Honduras. Chief Tennant received his postcard this morning.
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Bell
Cheyenne
Denver
den Hils
C. Dury
Dury
Maren
Cincinnat
Pont Parke
Iting Theatrical
Frank J. Enna
Seattle
Mr. Ennstant
Honduras
Supreme Court Judges on Coon Hay Contest Rumor
In Olympia on January 19 rumors say the seven judge Supreme Court is split three to two on the Coon Hay contest. Chief Justice Rudkin suggested a decision would wait for Justice Dunbar to recover, leaving at most three agreeing. If Dunbar sides with the minority a tie would force a rehearing.
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Supreme Court
T. J. Dillon
Olympia
Rudkin
Dunbar
Justice Dunbar
Worth $12 75 to capture an armed murderer case debated
The Port Blakeley killer case prompts Kitsap county officials to question paying $12.75 for Erlandsen's capture effort. He lured the suspect with wit, disarmed him, secured a confession, and delivered him to Kitsap authorities after a long vigil spanning December 31 to January 1. The commissioners cut the bill to $10.
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P. Erlandsen
Kiteap County
Joe Nicolas
Guam
Port Blakeley
Nicolas
Erlandsen
Fletcher Bay
Mrlandsen
Kitsap
Port Orchard
Winander
Kjteap
Windom
Mr. Erlandsen
Seeley Will Stop Tragedy Inquest Reveals Life Policy
The coroner held an inquest into the murder suicide by William L. Seeley. A sealed envelope found contained a $4,000 life policy payable to his wife and a 1896 will naming her as beneficiary and executrix. Witnesses saw no insanity signs. Seeley appeared in good health, and the investigation contemplates motives tied to finances and pride amid a deteriorating life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William L. Seeley
PF. M. Snyder
Dutterworth & Bons
Beeley
W. W. Whithire
New York
Reat
Snyder
Seeley
Ottawa
Til
Beoley
Wheel of Fortune
Pational Bank
Hia Mnancen
Bowen Sas Ees
W. W. Wilshire
Butterworth
Atterney
H. Holsheimer
A. C. Crookall
M. A. Dunham
W. F. Laubecher
Charles Tennant
Guy M. Smeiger
B. Zibbell
Charles H. Seeley
Pomeroy
Seattle
Lawmakers Debate Floor Lobbyist Access
In Olympia on January 19 the House debated excluding lobbyists from the floor. The motion failed by a large vote while another proposal to fund legislative printing with ten dollars passed, shaping session procedures.
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T. J. Dillon
Olympia
Dr. Ghent
Kine
Lobbylata
Hell of Pierce
Flames Sweep Messina As City Burns
Fire in Messina today spreads through ruins with little water supply. A vast amount of treasure saved from earlier disasters likely will be lost.
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Messina
U. Pfire
Toots Victory Set For U S Senate Seat
Albany January 19 United States Senate election advances Elihu Toot to the necessary majorities in both houses. The legislature will meet jointly tomorrow for formal election of Root to succeed Thomas Collier Platt.
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Albany
N. Y
U. P
Elihu Toot
United States
Thomas Collier Platt
Root
Harribburg
Boles Penrose
United States Senate
Rabid Spitz Runs Riot in Home Before Officer Fatally Wounds It
Crazed dog believed rabid attacked in the home of Q W H Ziegler at 2425 Queen Anne Ave. early morning. Patrolman C F Gray killed the canine with his nightstick, ending the disturbance. Rabies rarity in the area drew medical attention.
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Q W. H. Ziegier
Queen Anne Av
C. F Gray
Ole Hanson Faces First Intro of Bills in Olympia
In Olympia on January 19 Ole Hanson waited in the house for the first bill introduction. He eyed the bill clerks with a menace, ready to react as the reading clerk finally announced the anti race track bill, easing his tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Dillon
Olympia
Ole Hanson
Ole
Suson
Saloon Forces Press Labor Union Fight in Local Option
Olympia January 19 A statewide push by saloon forces aims to win labor backing for local option. The State Federation says labor groups are individual in view and will not pledge official support, while anti saloon efforts gain no union backing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Dillon
Olympia
State Federation of
Illinois Senate begins hunt for US senator
Springfield January 19. The first ballot in the assembly for United States senator shows Albert J. Hopkins leading with 26 votes, Stringer 18, Mason 4, Shurtleff 3, and others. The required majority is 108 votes to choose, with Stringer listed as a Democratic candidate.
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Springfield
U. P
Assembly
United States
Albert J. Hopkins
Metmbent
Stringer
Oas
Mason
Shurtleff
Senate
Political selections in New York state races
In Albany on January 19 the Republican choice for United States senator is under discussion while Lieut. L S Chanler is named as the Democratic pick.
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Alwany
N.Y
Libu
United States Senna
Frankin Lane Faces Complaints Over Express Shipment
A report notes Franklin K. Lane handling joint express shipment amid several complaints. Details indicate ongoing scrutiny of procedures and customer concerns in the arrangement.
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Prancisco
Jan
Wee Sviewer
Franklin K. Lane
Gov Chamberlain Chosen Senator on First Ballot
In Olympia on January 19, Ruel Nims of Chautauqua on Vashon Island caused chaos as he shouted a warning that Wesley Jones would blow up the chamber if elected senator. He was seized by the sergeant at arms and held for disposition after no bombs were found. Nims had previously talked of backing George Cotterill for the seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Dillon
Olympia
Senate
United States
Ruel Nims
Chautauqua
Vashon Island
Wesley Jones
Nims
George Cotterill
King County
Cotterill
Beattie Chamber Endorses Civic Center Plan For City Beautiful
The Beattie Chamber of Commerce backs A Warren Gould for appointing a municipal commission to outline city beautiful plans and a civic center. It requires a charter amendment per Corporation Counsel Calhoun. The group also supports franchise clauses for conduits and subways with automatic metering tubes and opposes saloon licenses after 1 am. It petitions Congress for Porto Rican citizenship rights.
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Beattie Chamber of Commerce
A. Warren Gould
Calhoun
Chamber
Lovett M. Wood
Congress
Indiana's New Senator No Dark Horse
Ben F Shively of Indianapolis wins the United States Senate seat over John W Kern Bryan's running mate. Shively had previously secured Democratic support in 1908 and 1906 and was a longtime Indiana Democrat. He once ran for governor in 1896 and served four terms in Congress as a prominent lawyer.
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Indianapolis
Ben. F. Shively
United States
John W. Kern
Bryan
Shively
Indiana
Congress
Milwaukee to Build Ferries for Tacoma and Seattle
The Milwaukee and Puget Sound Railroad plans two 190 foot car ferries for Seattle and Tacoma. Each vessel will measure 190 by 42 feet with space for 10 cars. One ferry will run between Tacoma ocean terminals and the Puyallup river mouth, the other will haul cars from the Ballard mine to waterfront yards in this city. Bids from Bloanros Hall Hros and Moran company will be opened next Monday.
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Wnder
Milwaukee & Puget Sound R. R
Seattle
Tacoma
Puyallup River
Ballard
Bloanros
Hall Hros
Moran Company
Weather outlook: rain, cold spell with strong south gales
Rain falls tonight and again Wednesday as a cooler air mass moves in. Strong south winds are forecast, reducing visibility and bringing noticeably lower temperatures across the region.
Legislature Hails United States Senate Election in Washington
In Olympia on January 19, the House and Senate completed the election of Wesley L. Jones to the U.S. Senate with scant controversy and pride in reform, noting past graft issues fade as the state moves toward self government. Senator Geo. Cotterill’s Democratic vote is mentioned.
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Olympia
United States
House
Wesley L. Jones
Lan
United States Senate
Sen. Geo. Cotterill
Overman Re-elected U S Senator by North Carolina Legislature
Raleigh January 19 Lee Slater Overman was re-elected United States senator by the legislature. He was first elected for the term beginning March 4 1903 and is a lifelong Democrat who previously held several prominent North Carolina offices.
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Raleigh
N. C
U. P
Lee Slater
Overman
United States
United States Senate
North Carolina
Brandegee and Penrose Reelected by Separate Legislatures
In Connecticut Brandegee won reelection to the senate by both houses in separate votes. In Pennsylvania Penrose, a Republican, was reelected to the U S Senate by the two houses in separate sessions. Joint sessions tomorrow will confirm both elections.
Young Girl Frightens Burglar From Home
An 11 year old girl thwarted a burglar who forced a bedroom window at 702 Boren Ave, taking about 100 dollars in jewelry before fleeing. The incident occurred last night and involved L C Gilman as the homeowner.
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L. C. Gilman
Borenav
Jimmy
City billiard league meeting tonight at Arcade Hall
Members from A C Bogies University and Ruben and Jaye Bowlings will gather at the Arcade Billiard hall tonight to organize a city league and plan a tournament.
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Eeome
A., Bogies
University
White Sky
Ruben
Jaye
Arcade Billiard Hall
Democrat Is Elected to High Honors From Republican State
A Democrat wins a prestigious state recognition in a Republican dominated region, signaling cross party achievement. The awarding body cited policy impact and public service as key factors in the selection.
Oregon Governor Declares Victory for Popular Rule
Gov. Chamberlain announces that the people are the law and thanks the national press for aiding the fight for popular rule. He calls the day a proud moment for Oregon and an epoch in U.S. political history.
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State House
Salem
Ore
Gov. Chamberlain
Oregon
Oregon Elects Chamberlain U S Senator After Direct Primary
Oregon legislators elected Governor George Chamberlain to the United States Senate on the first ballot with a total vote showing Chamberlain leading 53 to 17 for Cake 19 Fulton 1 and Bean 0 in the senate Chamberlain 19 to 3 for Cake 1 Fulton and Bean for H W Scott in the house with Bean later switching to Fulton Antis fought until the end praising the ballot and direct primary as a new era of political history victory for the people and the recall and direct primary. The canvas of the vote will occur tomorrow in joint session.
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Gilbert &. Costello
Salem
Ore
George £. Chamberlain
United States
Oregon
Chamberlain
Chamlain
Cake
Fulton
R. Bean
Senate
RK. S. Bean
House
Bean
H. W. Scott
United States Senate
Santa Clara
California
Portland Academy
University of the Pacific
San Jose
Rosebi
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Cuthbert Cuvier
Burdette Bell
Cincinnati of Music
Cincin
Chas. Dury
University of Cincinnati
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Rmist
Smithsonian
Actor
Ners
Ma.bel
the Star
City
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Enns
Tennant
Rainier Avenue
Judge Morris
K. C. Ewing
Seattle Electric Company
Rainieray. Line
Morrin
Electric Company
Ewing
Wat Evening
Parkat
Mad Dog
Willi TY
Illinois
Root and Chanler
Civic Commission
Benj. F. Shively
Milwaukee
Weather Forecast
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Connecticut
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Conn
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Geo. E. Chamberlain
Costello
Frank W. Benson
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Des Moines
U. Po
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