Moyer Stands Free After Bond As Winslow Arrives Waterlogged
The schooner Winslow, a 17 day voyage from San Francisco, arrived waterlogged with a crew of ten. Tug Tatom towed her to port, hull damaged and set to dry dock. She is owned by Hall Broad of Winslow Harbor and will load lumber for San Pedro, California once seaworthy.
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Moyer Freed in Ada Court Freedom Bond Ruling
Charlen H. Moyer walks from Ada county courthouse on a 25000 dollar freedom bond as officials allege he faced conspiracy charges linked to the Cripple Creek troubles. Pettibone remains jailed with trial set for October 1. Timothy Regan, local property owner, led the defense coalition.
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Cripple Creek
Wreck survivor shows signs of insanity after ship disaster
At a Francisco July 36 report states Third Officer Robert of the wrecked steamer was taken to a ward for the insane. He claimed to have been off duty and to have rested from MS Otrain. Investigators note captains must keep time in all weather, one reason given for Captain Deran speeding the Columbian in fog before the collision with the San Pedro.
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Senate
Bryan praises Foraker on democratic ground in tariff dispute
Bryan said in Hamilton Ohio that he admires Foraker's reply to Taft's challenge and stands with Foraker on democratic principles but disagrees with him on tariff policy.
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Woodmen Vote to Restore Per Capita Tax in 1900s Session
The Woodmen of the World legislative committee discussed raising member assessments to match earlier rates. A Salt Lake City 1900 tax reduction to 12 12 cents was noted, and a 1902 plan to equalize old and new member rates faced opposition. The session restored the per capita tax to 15 cents per month. Entertainment events followed with Mikado at Grand Opera house and a Portuna Park dance for visitors, plus a Seattle car tour and a 1,000 new member initiation at Dreamland Rink.
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Powder Trust Suit Begun to Dissolve Major Firms
Wilmington Del July 30 The government has begun a petition to dissolve the powder and dynamite trust seeking injunctions to restrain 26 corporations and appoint a receiver for three east coast firms. Senator Dupont named as a dominant stockholder and key figure in the defendants in a case filed by District Attorney Nielde after eight months of probe.
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Hottest Day Expected Across United States
The article notes record heat across the country with the hottest day of the year. Temperatures rose to near forty degrees above normal by mid afternoon, with forecasts predicting peak heat later in the day.
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United States
Foundation of Peace Palace Laid in The Hague
The foundation stone for the Carnegie Peace Palace was laid in The Hague in a ceremony attended by an international audience. President Noelsdorf of the peace conference led the event, honoring Queen Wilhelmina. The czar and the peace conference paid tribute to Andrew Carnegie who funded the project.
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Dempster’s Body Found in Bay
A floating body was found yesterday near the Pacific coal bunker in the southern city area. The man was identified as James Dempster who vanished from the tug Tyee between 11 and 3 oclock on the evening of July 2.
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Moravia Fire Destroys Block Including Masonic Hall
Two arson attempts in Moravia New York today sparked fires across the town starting early morning and burning until noon. The second blaze destroyed an entire block including the Masonic hall and the opera house before flames were brought under control.
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Meeker's Cherry Orchard Ashes Talk of Seattle Fraud
In Manila July 20 a report recalls Ezra Meeker and his Western Washington cherry venture. Meeker planted 450 trees near Kent, shipped hundreds of boxes to Seattle for years, but returns were ruined by market factors and commission practices. Neighbors burned the trees in protest, leaving ashes as a monument to the failed venture.
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New York State
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Washington
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Oyster Bay
Heroine Eth eo Johnson Receives Diamond Butterfly Pin
Portland reports that Eth eo Johnson, the child heroine of the Columbia wreck, who saved two lives, was presented by an unknown admirer with a large diamond butterfly pin. The gift highlights the daring rescue and public recognition.
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Portland
Little Etheo Johnson
Columbia
Statue plan for Old Chief Seattle approved by park board
City hall minutes describe erecting a monument to Old Chief Seattle in Connette Park by Jamon Wehn of 710 Twenty-ninth Ave. The statue, about seven feet tall on a twelve foot granite base, will feature a bronze surface via electroplating with copper on plaster or cement under a public fountain. Sculptor and electroplater authorized to proceed and submit plans and costs.
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Jamon Wehn
Denay Way
Connett Park
H. P. Hughes
Union At
Plang
Two Week Deadline for Street Clearance in Bromley Case
Bromley, the contractor, faced a two week deadline after alleged extortion attempts by local businessmen to remove a welfare structure in front of a new home. Bromley asserts the payment suggestion did not come from him. The law department advised that the provisions of the new law could be enforced, prompting Bromley to request two weeks to relocate the obstruction.
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Highway Robber Held After Race Track Incident
A man named Robert Martin, said to be from Philadelphia, was pursued after following horses from the Meadows. He was assaulted at Ren ton Jonetson by Martin and others, who choked him and robbed him of about $200. Police were seeking several accomplices who had not yet been arrested.
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Robert Martin
Philadelphia
Martin
Verméel
Renton Jonetson
Mohrman Sues For Divorce Over Alleged Slavery of Debt
Dr. R B Mohrman formerly of Arlington filed a suit for divorce against Augusta Mohrman. He alleges she slandered him forcing his departure from town and that she incurred large indebtedness without his consent.
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Arlington
Augusta Mohrman
Proposed Park Grading Project Faces Opposition
The park board weighs a plan to cut through Woodland Park to reroute Stone Avenue. Property owners oppose, arguing it would disfigure the park, while the Seattle Electric Co. supports it to avoid a steel trestle through the area.
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Seattle Eloetric Co
Evelyn Thaw Denies Return to the Stage
United Press reports from New York on July 30 stating Evelyn Thaw emphatically denied plans to resume acting. The denial counters a circulating story about a stage comeback.
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Evelyn Thaw
Maynard Avenue Improvement Club to Meet on July 41
The Maynard Avenue Improvement Club will hold a special meeting Wednesday evening at South Park School. Property owners interested in the regrade of Washington Ave and Malost are urged to be present as the matter will be taken up.
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Roosevelt Afraid to Run Again as Negro Vote Fears Grow
Chicago reports Dr. W. A. Guild of Des Moines says Roosevelt will not seek another term. He cites fears of losing the negro vote, labor opposition, capital distrust, and legal concerns, voiced ahead of a Homecoming Day address next month.
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Gill objects to paying Supt Case salary
Third ward city council member Gill splits with his party and vows to act alone over the salary due Ghn L Case as street superintendent. He accuses the finance committee of failure to fight the matter in court and targets Sawyer and the mayor’s office. Only Keene supports him.
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Beattie Newsboy Willie Abel Turns Savings Into Property Dreams
The Beattie newsboy Willie Abel, selling at Third Ave and Pike St, has saved 300 dollars from paper sales. His earnings are invested by his mother in a lot, aiming for ownership. He works daily in rain or shine and is part of the local newsboys union for two years.
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Billy” Winters
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Hodges Salary Cut Over Leaked County Scandal Tale
Deputy sheriff Bob Hodges in the Black Diamond coal area faces a salary cut from 95 to 5 dollars per month as King County commissioners seek to force his resignation. They allege Hodges repeated a tale about a saloon license graft involving Charles Wilkenson and Smith, with a Seattle rumor mill spreading the story among officials and Deputy Lucius McGuire as a relay point.
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North Bend
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Taft Endorsement Sealed by Ohio Republican Committee
United Press reports the Ohio Republican State Central Committee adopted a resolution endorsing Taft for the presidency by 15 to 6, routing the Foraker-Dick faction. The Taft sentiment was strong enough that Senator Foraker reportedly gave up before the meeting. In another dispatch from Guayaquil, fifteen soldiers implicated in a plot against the president were sentenced to death.
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Ohio
Taft
Republican State Central Committee
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Ty Uoited Press
Guayaquil
Equador
Court martial reports deaths amid executions count rises
A court martial update states a death ongoing with eight already executed. The report highlights ongoing proceedings and confirmed executions in a military context.
Burglary Reported at City Residence on Second Ave West
M Mandon of 2223 Second Ave West reports his home was entered last night. A valuable rifle and tools were stolen. the thief is unknown.
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Explosion on gunboat Washington at Nanking
A navy dispatch reports a boiler tube exploded yesterday on the gunboat Washington at Nanking China. Fireman Philip Hind was killed and three were injured in the accident.
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Navy Department
United States
Naking
China
Philip Hind
Jilted Actress Laura Matthews Ends Life in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs on July 30 reports Miss Laura Matthews a 19 year old comedy actress took her own life after a short time in town. She had been engaged to Chicago financier C. A. Coey whose failure to promise marriage left her despondent.
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C. A. Coey
Chicago
Foul Murder in New York Flat Halts Police Hunt
A handsome woman named Mrs. Davidson was found strangled in her Harlem flat last night. Death caused by a necktie, police hunt the supposed husband as agony distorts the victim’s features.
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Cohr Flat
Coolie Labor Agitation in Treaty Negotiations
Washington reports no developments in talks over treaty changes for admitting coolie labor. Both Tokyo and Washington seek an amicable settlement as negotiations have not reached a critical stage.
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State Department
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