25 Jan 1910
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1910
Page
1
The piece lauds A. V. Bouillon as the only city department head to improve street car service and protect against graft. It notes his dismissal for standing against mismanagement and urges voters to remember this in choosing a mayor.
Conference committee of the Federated sat clubs of Seattle recommends action to curb meat use to ease prices for working men. W E Horr real estate and timber man notes meat is almost out of reach for moderate income earners. He argues the price problem stems from middlemen and wholesalers blocking direct farmer-to-consumer sales. The report hints at a broader strike against price manipulation. (Continued on Page Three.)
In Ton Jan 25 report the Taft administration states it does not seek to frighten moneyed interests or use anti trust prosecutions for public agitation. Officials argue the meat packing case and other undertakings have no foundation as new departures or indiscriminate actions against industries.
An interview reveals Fer-Don and associates evading the State Medical Board by using a licensed partner to operate and prescribe. They admit accepting patients for money, printing testimonials, and threatening court action to continue their practice despite regulatory scrutiny.
Fragmented text references voters and a clothing issue with unclear context. Mentions Temptations or tensions about attire and a jail, with scattered phrases about an ordered action and discussions planned for Tuesday. Names and places are unreadable due to OCR damage.
Police probe the disappearance of El Skinner a Green Lake grocer seen last on December 31 with his wife and two sons left destitute as National Grocery and the Merchants association seize assets to cover debts while authorities pursue foul play theories and seek answers.
President Taft lauds Joseph G. Cannon during a Dartmouth College alumni address, praising his long service as the "Czar of the House" while noting recent criticism. The remarks framed Cannon as a valued leader amid political tension.
Readers are invited to write concise letters explaining why they will vote for A. V. Boulllon for mayor. Letters should be addressed to Editor The Star and space permitting, will be published periodically.
Southern Oregon leaders push to form a new state named Slakiyou. A convention in Yreka, Siskiyou County, California, is set no later than March 16 with prominent figures from the affected region pledging support. The proposed state would include seven California counties and five Oregon counties.
Carrie Nation arrived unexpectedly in Sheridan from Deadwood and announced a 2 PM Methodist church lecture drawing 180 high school students who walked out rather than attend classes. Faculty failed to stop the disruption as no schools were formally closed. Nation spoke again that night on law and anarchy before departing for Butte and then the Comet.
Howard Chandler Christy, famed artist, is linked to a custody dispute over Natalie Christy as he presented a sketch during the court fight with his estranged wife. Noel Talbot, a key witness, describes the drawing as a lighthearted effort amid legal proceedings.
The Mammoth skating rink hosted a grand Catholic bazaar opening with colorful decor, a full musical program, and diverse booths. Father J. K. O'Brien led fundraising efforts as attendees bought items for charity, including an Italian booth with homemade pasta. Puget Sound Lodge 299 will hold its second annual ball on February 2 at Aggies Bar with Wagner's Orchestra providing music.
Patrolman J M Richardson was fired by Chief Ward after Miss Hazel Davie 1410 Lakeside av accused him of hugging and kissing her on duty Sunday night. Davie said he attempted a criminal assault but resisted with screams and claimed the officer kept handcuffs on during a prank, then claimed his key was missing from the patrol box.
Professor Frank J. Barnard, former superintendent of Beattie schools and Western representative of the American Book Company, died of heart disease at his Beattie residence. Survived by daughter Louise A and son Frank J Jr. He had suffered indigestion recently and was found dead in bed after retiring around midnight.
Five indictments charging three county proprietors in slot machine cases were returned by the grand jury. One well known King County resident faces $1,000 bail upon arrest, while bail in the remaining cases is set at $200.
Ex change telephone operators invite a select group to a dance at the Renton Hill club house on a Tuesday evening in February. The invitation notes the line is busy and praises those who stayed patient when calls queued.
A harsh critique denounces a decade of city politics led by Gill, alleging street improvement schemes and contracts deprived hundred of property owners along Meadow Place Boulevard and Denny Hill regrade victims of sales under assessments. The piece charges inflated profits for contractors and calls for investigative reporting to hold city hall accountable for taxing the thrifty homeowners.
A juvenile thief entered Mrs. Brush’s home at 35148 Firetav N. W. yesterday afternoon and ransacked the residence. He escaped with small change and a few low value items.
A sensational obituary style piece portrays the sudden death of Charles O. Tucker as divine retribution for his brutal life. It narrates his mistreatment of Lorraine Le Moine, a chain of deaths including Mivira Bunkleman and Tucker, and notes an inquest will occur.
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