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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1910
Page
4
Fragmentary notes describe a Vancouver gang case with police involvement. The text mentions black or dark figures, a floor scene, and victims, but details are unclear and names or dates are not readable. The item reads like a damaged local police blotter entry with uncertain chronology.
An incomplete message mentions chickens at a door, winter, and sounds of activity. The garbled text references a person named Linda and a place or act, with unclear dates or actions.
A Seattle rally drew about 1,200 taxpayers at the city theatre to back Bouillon for mayor and condemn the GIR gang and city politics. Speakers praised Bouillon and warned that only a new start would protect voters and the city’s welfare.
Paris January report reveals Miss Case a Latin Quarter social figure has taken a chef position at a popular Paris restaurant for three months to study cookery and serve as an ordinary employee. She plans morning arrivals and will let friends attend the restaurant to sample special dishes prepared for them.
A garbled entry mentions a January 31 date and a bribery accusation involving P. Allds in a New York area setting. The readable phrases reference a person in charge and an alleged $1,000 bribe affecting proceedings or a formal action.
Fragmented OCR text mentions estate matters and heirs including a daughter and widow. Details are incomplete but reference to Brookville and a value around 9600 dollars appears. Names and full context are illegible.
A wagon wreck near Jan Mason Co. leaves three dead and Sally injured. Police investigate motive and identify the vehicle involved.
In Constantinople the veil may return as Turkish women look better veiled. Foreigners admire their eyes when veiled, but the face is pale and the overall appearance suffers without the veil. Their figures are criticized and windy days reduce male pleasure.
William Jennings Bryan and his family arrived in Arequipa Peru and were greeted warmly. They departed for Lima today amid a cordial reception and scenic views of Peru’s southern city.
Scandinavian church representatives met at the Norwegian Methodist church to hear Houdlon discuss the mayoral race. A committee including Boyd Engbreteen and Swanson will invite Houdlon and O T Erickson the Democratic candidate to speak at Maccabees hall Fourth Ave and Pine St Tuesday night with Houdlon scheduled for 7 30.
Bill Hurley the ball player explains he is not the Hurley in jail for legal registration. He says many friends confuse him with William Hurley the electrician, who was arrested, and asks no help or money since he is not the person under arrest.
Superior Judge Ronald berates Joseph Tardy in a divorce case after wife Eb J Tardy testifies to desertion and abuse. Custody of the daughter goes to Mrs. Tardy, and Tardy must pay $15 monthly support. judge warns of penalties if payments lapse.
Mise Helen Bradbury and Miss Elvira May Bunkie man were buried at Mt Pleasant cemetery by Butterworth Bros. Bunkleman shot and killed Charles Tucker then died by suicide in the McLeod house on Firatay ten days ago. Mina Bradbury was found dead at the Colonial hotel from apoplexy last week.
Edinburgh reports a drop in drunkenness arrests after a higher whisky duty. Official statistics show Scotland wide declines, notably Dundee where arrests fell from 2,886 in 1908 to 1,864 last year, reflecting cautious spending habits and reduced intake.
In Memphis Tennessee a complaint was issued this morning against Charles H Blanton for non support of his wife Mercy Blanton by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Alfred Lundin. Also reported a deadly towboat collision last night where Albert Schneiner Joseph Dietrich and Harry Burt drowned after Enterprise struck their disabled launch.
New York story reports real estate dealer Louis Gordon's daughter Gertrude Gordon engaged to hat maker Adolph Rothenberg with plans for a thrifty wedding. Gordon explains she proposed spending details to save $1000 per wedding milestone, aiming to marry March 2 at her father’s home.
In Windsor market prices show Detroit consumers pay higher duties and transport costs on poultry, butter, hats, clothes and hay due to the Payne Aldrich tariff and cross river trade. Windsor merchants argue living costs are lower in Canada and many Detroit residents shop there, with Canadian stores offering cheaper groceries and clothing. A Windsor grocer notes the tariff and cross border shipping inflate Detroit prices, while Detroit residents cross the river for cheaper items and ferry fares.
A fragmentary scene shows a young poet challenging a well known critic after a girl suggests inquiring about musical guardians. The critic retorts poets are born not made as the exchange reveals a tense literary debate.
Farmers call for display space to showcase vegetables at the Market. Quick arrangements are requested to accommodate the 66s noted in the notice.
A critical voice condemns Washington state dental licensing as a monopoly that blocks new dentists, bars competitors by color and appearance, and props up a powerful local group. The writer recalls Darwin and Beagle, arguing about freedom of practice, ethics, and public welfare amid alleged corruption.
Regal Dental Office promotes a method to restore missing teeth without partial plates. It claims success where partial plates fail, offering firm fit, lasting results, and a written guarantee with all work at the N. W. Corner Grand and Union Streets Seattle clinic.
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