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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1908

Page

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Evelyn Thaw Faces Harsh Cross Exam in Thaw Trial

The court heard Evelyn Thaw endure a detailed cross examination led by District Attorney Jerome as she testified about her relationships with Harry Thaw and the architect White. She denied signing a controversial affidavit and recalled meetings in Europe and New York, while details of gifts and tensions with Thaw were explored.

Jerom Europe White Tars New Harry Thaw York Thaw Eee Dvelyn Hummel Evelyn Jerome Marie Felette Tha Appea Epicven Grand Hotel Sewirn Roger O'Meara New York Cumberland Hotel Madison Av Pittaberg Able Adav House Littleton Mae MecKensie McKensie Evelyn Thaw Mae Mackensie Harry Tn Non Pamarae London

Reynolds a Civil War veteran serves as councilman while ill

The piece portrays Rolin T Reynolds, Tenth ward councilman and Republican candidate, as a disabled veteran living on a $147 monthly income from government benefits and city salary. It claims epilepsy and heart disease from war injuries but notes he appears vigorous and capable in public.

Rolin T. Reynolds Tenth Ward Mr. Reynolds Dave Bowen Billy Murphy John Miller Frank Mullen Mullen Uncle Sam United States Third United States Infantry

Wong Du Deported After Miner Death Heir Case

Wong Du, once said to be worth $100000, has been deported. Reports say Du's father died in a northern California mine, and Du has held the deceased man's property since.

Los Angeles Wong du California

Great Northern Train Jumps Track Derails In Collision

A Great Northern train traveling from Vancouver to Seattle derailed on a track in Bellingham early today. The engine and three cars left the rails but no injuries were reported. Traffic is expected to resume by late afternoon.

Great Northern Bellingham Tts Vancouver Seat Heaverdale

Plotters Arrested in Battlefleet Conspiracy

United Press reports arrests tied to a plot to destroy a battleship in Evans fleet. Admitted suspects include Italians and Germans. Canadian involved as authorities expand dragnet across Rio de Janeiro and Washington. Mines were to be mailed aboard a special steamer for use in the attack.

Rio DE Janeiro Evana Todey Dudley Penna Washington of Ie Rio Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Wrestles Weather as Steam Rolls In

United Press dispatch from Rio de Janeiro reports unusual heat and humidity as weather shifts impact local life. Commuters seek shade while markets stay busy amid rising temperatures.

Haitian President tightens grip as rebellion folds

Port au Prince dispatch says President Alexia forces press the revolutionaries at Monalves and a surrender is expected. The rebels are surrounded as Alexia claims a New York company backs the revolt and plans to report the matter to President Roosevelt.

United Press Port AU Prince Hayti Alexia Monalves New York Alexis Roosevelt

Saloon Closing Hours Cut Around Primary Election Day

The city council passed an ordinance forcing saloons to close on primary election day, trimming closing hours from 9 am to 6 pm down to 11 pm to curb open saloon activity before the polls. The liquor dealers association consented, sending representatives Gust Hansen and Johnny Brill to present terms, while Civic Union officials pressed for stricter limits. Mayor Moore prepared the measure and argued that closing at 11 pm prevents corrupt purchases before or after polls.

Hiquor License and Revenue Committee Moore Liquor Deal Ore Association Hcouse and Revenue Committee Gust Hanssen Johnny” Brill W. Horr Charlies EB. Congreton The Civic Union Nquor Dealers Council

Catalla Diamond Drill Suspends Publication in Alaska Town

Juneau reports the Catalla Diamond Drill, weekly paper from Catalla, has suspended. Most residents have moved to Cordova due to active railroad construction work. Portland brings the news from the westward steamer.

Juneau Alaska Portland Catalla Cordova

Johnston Company Recital At Desert Hall Announced

The Johnston company announces a recital to be held at their recital hall near Mine Clara desert. Details are scarce but the event is slated for an upcoming autumn season.

Johnston Company

City Financial Clearing Totals Across Three Cities

Seattle clearings today reach 1 071 068 04 with balances 98 768 80. Tacoma clears 610 078 00 with balances 22 004 00. Portland shows 21 184 00 in clearings and 64 618 00 balances.

Seattle Tacoma

Steamer Portland Arrives in Juneau With 208 Passengers

The Portland of the Alaska Coast Company has arrived from the west and will sail for Seattle tonight with 208 passengers bound for the south.

Juneau Alaska Portland Alaska Coast Company Seattle

Alaska Democratic Convention Called

Juneau Alaska January 21 United Press says the Democratic territorial committee met to call a convention in Juneau on May 19 to nominate a congressional delegate and appoint six delegates to the territorial convention.

United Press Juneau Alaska Democratic Territorial Committee Congress Drenseep

Major Hancock Faces Court Martial in Gulf Department

In Atlanta on January 21 a court martial convened to try Major William F. Hancock of the Coast Artillery on charges of conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentleman. The indictment cites misconduct at Fort Casey Washington as part of the case.

United Press Atlanta Department of the Gulf William F. Hancock Coast Artillery Fort Casey Washington

Jap Held on Suspicion Over Unknown Crime

Identified by a tattooed anchor on the arm and a cart created by a hot curling iron, W. H. Hanaguchi, a Japanese man, was arrested at 117 Maynarday by Detectives Burne and Phillips and will be held for Sheriff Foster of Conconully. Police have no details of the suspected crime.

Hanaguch Maynarday Burne and Phillips Foster

Military Honors at Girl's Funeral for 16-Year-Old

Miss Mary Aloisia McAndrew daughter of Captain and Mrs James W McAndrew of the Third Regiment A and A was buried this morning at Fort Lawton military cemetery. Funeral services were held at St James Catholic Cathedral with full military honors at the post cemetery.

Mary Aloisia McAndrew James W. McAndrew Fort Lawton St. James Catholic Cathedral

Stanford Invite Sparks Political Ties In 1900s Note

San Francisco report notes Ambassador Whitelaw Reid, trustee of Stanford, received an invitation from President Jordan of Stanford in a discussion about university affairs and international ties.

San Francisco Whitelaw Reid England Stanford University Jordan Stanford

Lecture Opportunity For Student Assembly Speaker

A university official plans to deliver a lecture before the student assembly and it is probable that he will accept the invitation. The event aims to engage the student body in academic discourse and highlight campus initiatives.

Delegates to Republican National Convention Elected

Delegates were being elected today in Coalgate within Oklahoma’s Fourth district as the Republican national convention selection proceeded amid indications of a likely outcome.

Oklahoma City Okla Coalgate Olahoma

Seattle Poultry Show Opens With Record Entries

The annual exhibit under the Seattle Poultry association opens in the new Central building at Thirday and Marion with what is claimed as the largest first entries in local poultry show history. Over 1,000 high quality fowls from across Washington Oregon and British Columbia are entered. Fred A. Johnson of Tacoma stands out as the single exhibitor with 16 classes. Judge W. C. Denny begins judging Plymouth Rocks first, followed by Wyandottes and Leghorns, expected to finish by Wednesday night. Tonight at o o'clock the Plymouth Rock club banquet will be held with time and place to be announced tomorrow.

Seattle Poultry! Association Central Building Thirday Marion Oregon British Columbia Fred A. Johnson Tacoma W. C. Denny Plymouth Rocke Wyandottes Leghorns Plymouth Rock Club

Rhode Island Balloting Opens for U S Senator Race

In the Rhode Island legislature the balloting began with Senator George Wetmore favored for re election. Democrat support for R H Goddard is noted but seen as unlikely. Taft pledged delegates discussed.

Providence R. L Rhode Island United States George Wetmore R. H. J. Goddard

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