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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1904

Page

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Mccormick murdered at Magnolia saloon in Seattle

James McCormick laborer and county hospital employee was killed at 7 am at the Magnolia saloon 211 First avenue south by John B. Rouse the night bartender. Rouse fled but was arrested at his home about an hour later. McCormick age 63 appeared to be struck with a beer bottle or iron footrail and died at the scene. Coroner Hoye ordered a post mortem.

James McCormick County Hospital John B. Rouse Magnolia First Avenue South McCormick Rouse Philbrick Mag- Rolia Hoye Cunningham Benhey-Watson Sergeant Powers Tenth Avenue South Mike Powers Sancentine Rowse Jai Rouse Enya Tom Pope Antoon Gleason & Miller Rowse Sedro Woolley Wash Nome Seattle

Mother of Dr F H Coe Not Expected to Live

Mrs Susan M Coe aged 84 and mother of the late Dr F H Coe has been in an unconscious condition since last Sunday morning. Attending physicians fear she will die within hours due to shock from her son's death. One side of her body is paralyzed and her condition worsened after the loss. She had cared for her son until his death last Saturday morning.

Susan M. Coe F. H. Coe

West Seattle baker found dead in shop stock room

Gustaves Piehl a 35 year old West Seattle baker was found hanged in the shop stock room. Deputy Coroner Arnold reported the death last night and insurance records show 2500 in coverage. Piehl left a wife a son and two daughters and had spoken of dreams of death by hanging.

Gustaves Piehl Seattle Pleh Phillip Ruppert Arnold Ruppert Farmer Piehl Woodmen of the World

Saengerfest Opens in Tacoma Third Annual

The third annual Saengerfest of the North Pacific Saengerbund opened in Tacoma. Members from outside points are welcomed as the day is devoted to receiving and entertaining them. A combined rehearsal occurred at the Tacoma theater with more plans for a hustness session, rehearsals, and a grand concert. A Sunday parade and picnic are scheduled, followed by a band concert Sunday night.

Tacoma North Pacific Saengerbund Halfway South Tacoma

Horrific Odor Sparks City Police Inquiry

For the last ten days a strong stink has plagued a location. A witness described placing two fingers near the nose and applying gentle pressure while shrugging at lax city officials. Patrolman Bunnell, overwhelmed by the odor and chaos, referred the matter to the police chief.

Ariven Bunnell

Swede Killed in Canadian Pacific Yard Accident

Special report from Fernie describes the fatal incident in the Vancouver area where Blue Orant a Swedish worker was run over in the Canadian Pacific railroad yards. His body was found near the depot by a pedestrian with the head severed from the trunk and a slice removed from a foot.

Vancouver Fernie Canadian Pacific Railroad

Nominees and political figures visit prominent leaders

Rhopus N. ., Wood president of the National Fraternal Congress and Mark W. Stevens of Michigan met Judge Parker noting the nominee looks forward to his aged mother's visit next week. Mr and Mrs Sheehan had luncheon at Rosemont. Howard Y. Brown Union League of New York, William L. Ward Port Chester committeeman, John Asteicher Republican Editorial Association president, and Charles & Francie former minister to Greece called on President Roosevelt this morning.

Rhopus Award Wood National Fraternal Congress Mark W. Stevens Michigan Parker Thas Sheehan Rosemont Oyster Bay Howard Y. Brown Union League of New York William L. Ward Port Chester John Asteicher National Republican Sasociation Charles & Francie Greece Roosevelt

Prohibition Candidate Swallow Seeks Presidency in Indy

In Indianapolis the Prohibition party accepts Rev. Silas Swallow of Pennsylvania as its presidential candidate. Swallow vows to “redeem us from bunco boodle and booze” and appears confident of winning delegates as he files notification of candidacy amid the convention crowd.

Indianapolis Ind Silas Swallow Pennsylvania Swallow Een Carroll

William Goodman Rancher Dies in Tragic Home Incident

William O. Goodman, a wealthy pioneer rancher, is reported dead in a fatal incident at his residence. Details are scarce as investigators examine the site and gather statements from family and local neighbors. The community mourns the loss of a prominent figure in the region.

William 8. Goodman A. Seh Wager Owen Ee

Pope's Latest Photo Shows Notable Changes

From Rome dated July 32 the latest photograph shows the pope after a year on the throne. He appears thinner with pallor and a more serious expression while in white papal robes and the red cloak and hat. Cardinal Barto patriarca of Venice is noted as the present pope.

Rome Barto Patriarca Venice Vatican Hess

Malacca seizure reaches diplomatic accord among powers

July 22 reports from St Petersburg and London state the Russian foreign office agrees the Malacca will not face a price court and cargo will be inspected at Suida Bay Crete. Britain acknowledges Russia's right to search and indemnity terms are discussed amid Franco and European mediation.

Washington State Department S1 Petersburg ST. Petersburg Hardinge Foreign Office Suda Bay Crete Smolensk Malacca Russia England Dardanelles London House of Commons Four

March for Mukden marches amid Japanese advance

A Moscow dispatch confirms Taao Yang reports Japanese forces broke through a Rivistun flank and march on Mukden. Chefoo telegram notes a clash near Che Liho with Kurokia advance guard. Japanese withdraw after a hard fight with two killed and 11 wounded. Russian losses unknown.

London Moscow Ruesky Listok Taao Yang Mukden Rome Chefoo Kurokia Rueslang Che Liho Line Yane

Heinze hit by new suit over mined loot in Montana

Fr Augusto Heinze and his agents face another lawsuit as the Boston and Montana Mining Company seeks 5.759 million in damages. The claim alleges loot from adjacent Minnie Healy mine via underground tunnels. Earlier suits for 1.5 million each are connected, signaling intensified legal action in Montana against Heinze.

Butth Mont Augustua Heinze Boston & Montana Mining Company Amalgamated Corporation Mutt Heinze Minnie Healy Wn Ag- Pensio Heinge Azo

Legal Warfare Declared in Montana Feud

The scene of political conflict sharpens as an ongoing legal warfare targets Heinze. Observers say the Ammi guinnated people intend to drive Heinze from Montana amid rising tensions and partisan maneuvering.

Heinze Meipze Montana

Drowned Foreman in Langley Canal Boat Accident

Drowning accident reported on the Salmon River near Langley. John Owen, foreman at the Bt Mungo cannery dam, disappeared after tipping from his boat while talking to youths returning home. His boat was later found carrying his body.

New Westminster Newt Langley Batweay John Owen Bt. Mungo Cannery Salon River Owen

Wonster Arrests Noted In Prostitution Case

A warrant for the arrest of Iflee Mathini on charges of placing his wife in a house of prostitution was issued by Justice Gordon after Patrolman Burk reported the case. Mathini had been accused for some time but officers lacked evidence. Police observed suspicious activity near residences in the lower section as officers investigated.

Iflee Mathini Burk Gordon Marthini Ant Neuses

Big Packers Strike Declared Again in Midwest

Chicago reports a renewed strike at stock yards as 15 000 to 20 000 workers arrive seeking reinstatement. Union leaders accuse packers of discrimination while Donnelly orders a new walkout. Across Kansas City St Joseph St Paul and Omaha workers join the action with varying participation and warnings of further disruption.

Wrk Thme Donnelly Armour Plant Armour Nicholas Goer Packing Trades Council Swift Murphy Anglo-American Nelson-Morris Golden Teameters Butcnere’ Union Tribe Tnjona Packers

Montana Split on the Trust Question

Richard R. Kilroy of the Butte Evening News says the trust issue dominates Montana politics. He notes broad opposition to the Amalgamated Copper Company and Rockefeller interests, with Roosevelt viewed as a trust buster. Kilroy plans a two week Seattle stay with family.

Montana Richard R. Kilroy Butte Roosevelt Truste Judge Parker Standard 601 Company Amalgamated Roeinkefeller Kilroy Seattle

Memorial Services for Dr. Prana H. Coe Held in Seattle

Friends and admirers of the late Dr. Prana H. Coe gather at Piret Presbyterian Church in Seattle for memorial services conducted under the King County Medical Society. Dr. Coe’s brother J. B. Coe from Chicago attends, with a program including organ voluntary, male quartet, prayers, addresses by Dr. J. Royoum and others, readings, and resolutions of condolence.

Prana H. Coe Piret Presbyterian Church King County Medical Society Chicago Coes J. B. Coe Singer Manufacturing Company George FB. McManus Ormoniet Kindly Light George E. King W. Saunders William Conant W. F. Andewon Prayver M. A. Matthews J. Ro Yooum Tacoma Washington State Medical Sociery Salo Mra W. H. Whittlesey F.C. Mughes Dor K. A. J. MacKenzie Portlaind James H. Lyons Beatie Park Wood Willis Beattie Lewle R Daweon J. PD. Liwyd

Too Strong for the Police Rumor Strife Shifts to City Hall

Local reports from Madison Street near thrat venue describe unrest and a rumor mill about police inability to control a disturbance. The Board of Health backs police inquiry and seeks 1500 dollars from the finance committee to cover investigative expenses. Aboard the Umatilla from San Francisco, passengers and freight arrive as West Seattle rises in status. County commissioners discuss actions to address the situation and request measures to prevent repetition.

Madison Street Board of Health Mullen Crichton Gill Umatilla San Francisco Freteht West Seattle Elesa Thio Lerdor Acta Tewo

Whiskey Brings Downfall of Former Lawyer Sent to Insane Asylum

R H Tregaskis once bright intellect and former lawyer was committed to the insane asylum by Superior Judge Griffin after an alleged attempt to brain a guard with a stone. Doctors described his decline as alcohol driven and expect recovery under medical treatment. He offered no defense and welcomed the transfer for treatment.

R. H. Tregaskis Sheehan Griffin H. A. Shaw W. N. Powers Tregaskis Treguskis

Elopee In Toils Follow Lead To Missing Wife

Seattle residents hear of a Sheriff tip from Merced California about a woman calling herself Mabel M Wilson but believed to be Clark or Walker under surveillance in Merced. The woman arrived with a young man named Madson who was jailed for vagrancy and placed in the Merced chain gang.

Seattle Cudihee W. C. Moore Merced Cal Mabel M Wilson Clark Walker Madson

Fox terrier bites several neighborhood children

Mrs. Theodore H Beauchamp reports her daughter Lucette and her son were bitten by a vicious fox terrier in the court behind their Union Street home. Several area children including 10 year old George Bolm were bitten as the dog prowled silently foaming at the mouth and biting on the hip. The owner promised to remove the dog after authorities were warned.

Ing Union Street Littl

Rate Rise Reported By Marine Insurance Expert

Mr Cooper of the marine department for Calhoun Denny and Ewing cites morning cable quotes of 20 and 40 percent with 1 percent by Neutrals and 2 percent by Japanese bottoms. He asserts an unlimited market at Lloyds and notes some companies may drop out of the Oriental marine insurance business.

Cooper Marine Department Calhoun, Denny & Ewing Lloyds Oriental Marine Insurance

Primaries Held Tomorrow Night For County Convention

Democratic primaries for the county convention are set for tomorrow night. Sheriff and prosecuting attorney contests draw the most interest with Jay Allen favored for the prosecutor post and Jack Williams slightly leading James Quilter for sheriff. The state committee will open offices Monday in three rooms at the Seattle hotel.

Jay Allen Jack Williams James Quilter Democratic State Committee Seattle

Donaldson Faces Multiple Criminal Charges After Abuse Incident

Fragmentary report indicates Donaldson, a deputy, faces several criminal counts following domestic abuse linked to a Green Subdivision case. The summary references a landlady, Mrs Leith, and an alleged choking and beating incident, with legal action pending.

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