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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1908
Page
1
United Press report of a planned march by 50 000 idle men in Chicago led by Hen Reitman with opposition from police and socialist groups. About 3 000 protesters began marching, facing police pressure, growing to a crowd of 10 000 in line and 40 000 observers as the event unfolded.
The city faces a rising registration count for the upcoming party primary with estimates placing total names at about 35 000 by election day. Clerk MHD notes 22 000 already registered and 8 000 more expected during eight days of book openings before the vote. The eight day early period adds 1 000 daily, boosting the tally to 32 142, with another 2 560 to 3 000 added after the primary for a grand total near 35 000, compared with about 32 000 two years ago.
Brutet, chairman of the State Central Committee, calls for the committee to set the date and arrange the state convention. The body will select delegates and nominate presidential electors, with all state and local offices to be filled later.
New York Jap 23 Leslie M Shaw plans to retire as president of the Carnegie Trust company March 1 then devote his energy to securing the Republican nomination for the presidency of the United States. He has set up political headquarters at 11 Broadway and is heavily pursuing his political ambitions.
In Spokane on January 25 a street robbery left G. P. Hedger of the Columbia theatre relieved of $2.60. Three gold teeth, valued at $25, were torn from his mouth after he resisted the grab, revealing the rich shine under a streetlamp.
City council and many ag encumbrances neglect city administration as officials pour time into political work. Last Monday's meeting focused on routine matters while members left to attend ward meetings, with quorum issues in two weeks of committee sessions. Mayer Moore and Councilman Sawyer stand out as active in city business despite others prioritizing politics.
Thaw requested assistance from Jerome amid the day’s financial results. Clearings totaled 750,991.00 with balances at 69,054.06 and saltness 34,592.08. Portland figures and Tacoma data appear as part of the daily summary, including 682,924.08.
New York January 23 sensational day in the Thaw trial featured Dr Charles Wagner defense testimony. He said Thaw feared an appeal to Jerome to bring Stanford White to justice and explained Jerome ignored it, suspecting Thaw envy of White. Wagner testified Thaw spoke of a conspiracy to place him in an asylum and that Providence guided him at the shooting.
Tony Brussi, 26, a laborer, was arrested by Officer Glasscock on suspicion of stabbing John Sablick at Sablick's home, 7063 Western Ave, following a quarrel last night. An earlier altercation and a reported broken window are noted. Sablick's injuries are not considered dangerous.
Surveyors map an expected Northwest road path entering Seattle from the north and following the Water grade southward. The plan cuts through the Sher et area north of Ballard and crosses toward Fremont then Lake Union shore. The Beattie Electric site at SY and Prie is favored for terminal use.
Mrs. Fier May Williams 19, wife of J Craver died after accidentally taking carbolic acid from a bottle in a store. She suffered severe burns and could not speak, dying within moments despite antidotes. Family denies suicide and mourns a joyous marriage from last April. Surviving husband, parents, five sisters and two brothers.
Pierre P Ferry and his sister Mrs John Leary returned from the east with plans for a large Madison Street skyscraper between Second and Third Avenues. Construction will proceed though foundations already laid are to be very solid. only two stories may be built at present.
Sailors from the revenue cutter Rush rescued a horse that fell into the water near No 14. The crew towed the animal ashore using a lifeboat after releasing it from the wagon of H F Norton Co. One person was drowned in the incident.
Nome lost to Baker University 31 to 27 in a rough game played in Lawrence Kansas on Tuesday night. Nome then edged Lawrence YMCA 40 to 38 last night in a close finish.
Van Borth aged 42 was fatally struck by a falling tree while seeking work in a lumber camp about ten miles from North Hebd. He suffered a fractured skull and a broken leg, dying about an hour later. The Sunderland native had no relatives in the country. The body lies at Ronney Watson's.
A massive blast from a broken incandescent bulb sparked the most destructive fire in Sherman oil fields. Conductor Charlee Leland and motorman Edward Wellborn were injured as an entire train burned, two large oil tanks and a reservoir ignited, black smoke blanketed Hollywood, and damage was estimated at $25,000.
The Central Labor Council met at the Labor Temple and voted to open a restaurant there to feed unemployed union men and women using council funds. A committee led by Robert Oreahrd and others was formed to organize meals, with free service for the penniless and a small price for those who can pay, aiming to start Monday.
In Tokio on January 23 the Progressive Yuko party faction backs a motion to vote, while eight days remain before the Seattle Republican mayoral primary. W. P. Trimble leads among candidates, with John F. Miller, George F. Russell, John B. Humphries, and others in a tight, uncertain field. Russell’s withdrawal could shift votes toward Miller, while Humphries remains unpredictable amid persistent campaigning.
Henry Ach leaves San Francisco for Los Angeles to urge ex governor Gage to take senior counsel duties for Abe Ruef in the extortion case. Gage refuses to defend Ruef but may testify. Nieto rumored to be called to the stand to reveal immunity contract details.
Finn Andrew Sandia from Kennydale drowned near Rainier Beach when he jumped from the launch Princess to reach the dock. A rope snagged in the propeller and fell short. Sandia and Henry Naulla had been clearing land at Kennydale. Neulia reached shore, Sandia did not, and his body was recovered after 12 feet of water. Efforts at resuscitation failed.
The Fox launch is eight days overdue from Kake. The BE D M started a search but broke down. All hopes are given up for the Fox. Waldo States and Charles Mc Conaghey, prominent Alaskans, were aboard.
A Ruette for Russell gathering will be held in the basement of the Bailey building Friday evening to discuss plans for future large public meetings and demonstrations of Russell strength following months of quiet individual campaigning.
Rainier Beach reports the death of Charles Gardner aged 17 from diphtheria. He is the fourth family member to die within a year. Annie Jefferson, married at 15 without parental consent, files for divorce from Francis A. Jefferson today.
J. H. Reece a 25 year old grocery clerk of 2102 Sixth Ave is accused by his wife Henrietta Reece of assault and attempting to wrest her wedding ring after a quarrel. She secured a warrant for his arrest and they recently moved from Los Angeles.
A Washington Post poll of Republican House members shows Taft favored for the 1908 GOP nomination with 93 votes to Cannon 39, Knox 26, Fairbanks 13, Hughes 8, LaFollette 5, Foraker 1. Roosevelt third-term sentiment registers no votes. Non-committal 15 and absent 20.
The Amsterdam of Great Eastern Railway and the British Axminster from New York collided near the Nieuwe Waterweg. The Amsterdam sailed to Masslugt after damage, and one boat with passengers and crew remains unaccounted for. Fog hampers search efforts and lists of passengers are unavailable.
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