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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1909

Page

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Sutton suicide testimony shapes death by own action

Witness testimony centers on claims that Sutton killed himself amid a court case of death by self-inflicted act. The record describes witnesses noting the body, reactions at the scene, and testimonies from Adams Cross and Lieutenant to the stand about preceding events. The article references Thomas in the Army fete and Edward P. Roelke, with potential dismissal and hopes for work under a wil context.

Davis Adams Cross

Girl Returned Home After Illness Incident at Bromley

A girl is brought home to Bromley after a troubling incident. The story surfaced through public aid and press coverage. Rescuers and helpers rallied to assist her, with many offering aid and support.

Bromley Privods Prewa

Preudice H N De Wolfe Refuses to Discuss Charges Before Grievance Committee

H N De Wolfe of Tacoma refused to discuss his charges against the state supreme court with the grievance committee, citing lack of confidence in some members. He planned to present the matter to the State Bar Association at its Aberdeen annual session next week.

Supreme Court Bar Association H. N. de Wolfe Tacoma de Wolfe Bridges State Bar Association John Higgine W. Roberts Geokor Grievante Neemeciation Moraine Higgine J Toston Black Herdoce State War Association Aberdeen Will Steeton Wieker

Portland Fair Celebrations and Debates Over Day

The article recounts Portland celebration events tied to Beattle and De Wolfe, including committee debates, withdrawals, and reception at the Oregon State House. It notes testimony, a forthcoming report to be presented at Aberdeen, and potential conclusions about corruption and legality. Leading performers from Seattle theatres pledge participation in a later benefit at the Grand Theatre to aid a bereaved family, with ticket sales commencing.

Beattle Portland Seattle Lewis de Wolfe Clark Fair Port de Wolfe de Wolffe Conanitter Bridgee Oregon Higgins Wheeler Bambra Emma Bunting Allleen May Loisa Ferris Hartman Utente

Cooper Named for Chicago Schools Superintendent

Prank B Cooper current superintendent in Brattle was nominated yesterday to head the Chicago schools. He is at Crystal Springs today and it is unclear if he will accept the appointment. Water outage notice follows with service main shutdown in parts north of Lake Union and the government canal on Wednesday July 21 from 1 am to 4 pm.

Prank B. Cooper Brattle Chicago Cooper Crystal Springs Union

Navy Love Costly to Marriage in Divorce Suit

Ethel Argyle sues Harry Hays for divorce after he favors the United States Navy over his wife. The couple married in Seattle as Hob Evans’s fleet arrived a year ago. Hays reenlisted after their wedding, delaying plans to settle, prompting desertion charges from Argyle.

Harry Hays United States Navy Lating Hob Evans Fleet Seattle Harry Minnesota Feet Ethel Argyle Hays Pea Buoch Arden Navy

Plank Road Convention Boosts Western Press Circles

The second session of the annual convention at the fairgrounds drew editors from 32 stations across the West. Talks on tailoring country newspapers and telegraph coverage highlighted the session, with plans for Alaska and California trips and hints of another winter meeting. Weather forecasts promise clear, calm days as the Pay Streak hosts Press Club Night with free access to participating journalists.

Portland Journal Carrier Oregon Port ‘Land Beattle Press Club Steven de Ger Telly Golden West Pacific Slope Alaska California Mth Pie Arta Fair ‘Grounds Sud Honolulu Seattle Press Club National Editorial Association Press Club Bevery Ying Equadron Bresemen Frwe

Remodel Court House Sees Floor Expanded to Six Courtrooms

The county board approved the architect’s remodeling plan for the second floor of the courthouse. Four existing courtrooms will be expanded to six with redesigned jury rooms and four private judge offices, improving space and layout.

Board of County Commission Court Howe

Doctors Meet in Northwest Medical Association Convention

The Northwest Medical Association convened at Broadway High School with about 160 delegates from the Northwest. This afternoon the business meeting began while wives and daughters of visiting delegates were entertained at Hotel Sorrento by local physicians' wives.

Northwest Medical Association Broadway High Schoo Northwestt Hotel Sorrento King County Privaicians

Cheyenne Bill's Wild Wear Show at Madison Park

Cheyenne Bill's Wild Wear Show draws large crowds at Madison Park with two daily performances at 2:00 PM and 8:16 PM. The program features 14 spectacular acts including Indiana cowboys and bronco busters, ending with a dramatic hanging of a horse thief in old cattle country. riders perform outlaw bucking horse exhibitions in the afternoon and evening.

Land Congress of Rough Riders Madison Park Indiana Gattle Country Rough Riders

Councilmen Touched By Workmen's Story At Meeting

At a license and revenue committee hearing, councilmen donated cash to impoverished workers testifying against B. Jhere proprietor of All Nations Employment Agency 223 Seconday B The witnesses described false jobs and refunds denied and some workers left without meals The committee voted to revoke the license and prepare to act within two weeks The scene featured sharp exchanges with Councilman Me representing the defendant and Councilman Goddard objecting to representation while others supported Goddard

License and Revenue Committee Pesveng Wright Evi Thomas P. Me Counceilman Goddard

Parig Declares Lease of University Tract Taxable

County Assessor A E Parish states the leasehold held by Metropolitan Building Company on the old university campus is taxable for 1908 and current year. Land under state levee is exempt. lease improvements are taxable at true cash value. Evaluating fair value is complex. future improvements complicate the base.

Metropolitan Building Company University Campus A. E. Parish Thomas A. Pariah State Board of Tax Commissioners Jas. A Moore King County Thomas A. Parish Mackintosh

Taft Doomed to Fail Says General Weaver

General James A Weaver argues Taft will choose party over country and break pledges to prevent Republican split. Weaver criticizes tariffs, predicts realignment over current issues, praises Seattle’s growth, and comments on national party dynamics and influence of interests.

Taft General Weaver James B. Weaver Senate Ike Cummins Dolver la Follette Congress Ite Tam Seattle New York Pacific Republic

Babies christened at Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition opening

At the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition, June babies born during the fair month were christened in the Auditorium as Taft pressed the opening button. One by one 36 children received loving cups while helpers provided christening ceremonies for those lacking ministers or godfathers. Reports note sockeye runs in Bellingham.

Alaska

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