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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1912
Page
1
In a terse city dossier, the case names A Hail and other parties in a dispute cited as Figer vette. Proceedings focus on the legality of a local action and its impact on residents and property. The filing hints at a civil contest unresolved at this stage.
New York records the sensational gang murder of Rosenthal, a famed gambler and political fixer, shot at the Hotel Metropole as a slate colored touring car fled. Police identify Louis Libby as a suspect chauffeur with three witnesses swearing he fired, while Rosenthal’s death triggers a citywide manhunt and public alarm among gamblers and officials.
Denver authorities sorted relief for refugees and cleanup after Cherry Creek flood. Revised tally lists two drownings and a dozen injured. Mayor Arnold places total damage at 4 million dollars across irrigation projects city property and private losses.
Washington July 16 reports say the Stanley steel investigating committee will emphatically recommend dissolution of the United States Steel Corporation and may endorse government suit. The committee met again and agreed to the recommendation though the panel split on other points. The Republican minority plans to meet tomorrow seeking unity. In San Jose July 16 Mrs Julia Morrison claimed she would not be the first to shoot, threatening engineers surveying her land with a shotgun. She said in court she will explain.
The program outlines a day of aeroplane flights along the waterfront, the Golden Potlatch opening, Tyee receptions, key to the city presentation, a grand Alaskan pageant, a French dancing fete by schoolchildren, a grand stand concert, fireworks on Elliott Bay, and an illuminated water pageant scheduled through the evening.
United Press Leased Wire reports Hubert Latham, noted French aviator and pioneer, was killed on June 7 while hunting near the Nile source in French Congo. Officials informed his mother, as Latham had long relinquished flight to pursue dangerous expeditions. His body will be returned for burial.
Former U S senator F W Mulkey of Oregon declares candidacy for United States Senate on the new progressive party ticket in Portland. He joins the race as the party seeks a statewide foothold ahead of the election.
Fair tonight and Wednesday with little temperature change. Northwest winds. Noon temperature around 74 degrees.
Miss Amy Bauer, as Princess Amy, arrived today from Tacoma to represent Tacoma at the Golden Potlatch. Miss Hazel Brown, queen of the Montamara Festa there, accompanied Bauer as maid of honor.
This afternoon and evening offers a series of events including a Selle-Floto circus at Fourth and Blanchard at 7 30 p m, a reception for visiting merchants, a smokers gathering at Leschi Park, and multiple music concerts at Fourth and Virginia Pioneer Square and University. Fireworks on the Oriental section conclude the schedule with a State Federation meeting noted.
A lavish Hillsboro California wedding for Miss Jennie Crocker, a California heiress valued at $15 million, to Malcolm Whitman, a New York lawyer and ex tennis star, drew an ultra fashion crowd. The ceremony at St. Matthew’s in San Mateo was followed by a $15,000 breakfast in a pavilion built on Crocker estate grounds. Security included 50 officers and detectives to guard the $1.5 million in jewels worn by guests as florals and fountains framed the scene.
Do you barbecue prompts a look at Seattle merchants visiting for a Potlatch style event. Visitors tour Lake Washington, sample beef sandwiches at Fortuna Park, and plan an evening smoker at Leschi Park after a morning Arctic Club reception.
Daniel Swartz testified in the grand jury anteroom that his son Na than Swarts confessed to killing 12 year old Julia Connors the morning her body was found The elder Swartz said he urged suicide to spare the family further disgrace and that he believed his son had done so Mrs Connors sank into black mourning as the confession unfolded before prosecutors and the grand jury
Washington July 16 The impeachment trial of Judge Robert W Archbald of the United States court of commerce formally begins in the Senate with oaths administered to lawmakers. Senators subscribe to the oath to do justice and a resolution is sent to the House. The Senate later schedules managers to attend at 3 pm to continue proceedings and approves a $10000 expense appropriation.
In Portland on July 16, Mrs. Nettie Walsh, enraged by jealousy over another woman, shot at her husband R. P. Walsh but missed. He fled after grappling with her, then she killed their 4 year old son Vincent and wounded herself fatally. Police were summoned.
Testimony from Prominent Tacoma attorney Teats and witnesses alleges Judge Hanford slept during a trial and that jurors left court. Bartenders corroborate a “Hanford cocktail” bet ending in a martini with an onion. Whitlock testified Hanford appeared intoxicated on street, then young Hanford insulted the witness.
The steamer Rosedale was beached in Rockaway Inlet after a large hole opened in its port bow this afternoon. Passengers including excursionists and singers were safely taken ashore as the vessel was secured.
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