Citizens split over new street crossing law plan
A Star reporter canvassed pedestrians about a proposed ordinance restricting street crossing to designated crossings. Most walkers oppose the measure, arguing it would hinder convenient crossings and spark arrests for choosing to walk where they please. City officials and the Commercial Club voice support and opposition, reflecting a town divided over the plan.
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Hibit
Star
Gill
Griffiths
Commercial Club
Otto Case
Drugless cures touted at Sanitarium program
A sanitarium markets its drugless treatment as a solution for those weary of dope and drug habits. Patients report being cured through the facility’s method, which emphasizes abstinence and rehabilitation over pharmacological approaches.
Citizens split on proposed crossing safety ordinance
A group of residents voices mixed views on a plan to limit automobile speed across streets. Critics call it meddlesome, costly, and an infringement on personal liberty, while supporters argue it could cut traffic dangers and protect pedestrians.
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M. Romischer
Norman St
Morris Neer
23Rd Av
E. J. Lee
Hydah Hotel
C. R. Muncy
Olive St
J. F. Latham
10Th Av. N
H. G. Collier
13Th Av. N
T. Hume
Antlers
W. J. Barrow
Peter the Great and a naval gun salute incident
The text notes Peter the Great dreaded water and disliked bridges, preferring carriage travel with closed windows. It also mentions a chief gunner's mate at Annapolis jailed for being one gun shy in a salute fired for Secretary Daniela, signaling discipline issues aboard.
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Peter the Great
Annapolis
Brig
Daniela
Watchman Daniel Jauch Plants Dynamite for Promotion
Daniel J. Jauch, a watchman in the department of agriculture, sought a promotion and planted dynamite in a building, then claimed he had discovered it. The incident prompted investigation into motive and security procedures.
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Daniel J. Jauch
Department of Agriculture
Riggs Heads Alaska Rail Route Survey Start
Thomas Riggs Jr., first member of the Alaska railway commission, leaves Seattle for Fairbanks to survey tentative routes for a planned government railroad. He is joined soon by W. C. Edes and Lieut. Frederick Mears. A dinner for Gay Strong of Alaska and the commissioners touched on terminal sites and Western wealth.
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Alaska Railway Commission
Government Railroad
Thomas Riggs
Ir. Fe
Seattle
Fairbanks
W. C. Edes
Frederick Mears
Er. L.webster
Gay Strong
Alaska
Sweeney
Rigger
Winters murder charge shadows Newcastle case
Newcastle Indiana June 3 Circuit Judge Jackson said he would appoint a special prosecutor if Detective Abel returns and testifies against Dr W A Winters and wife to justify such action Prosecutor Meyers warned Abel to come back or risk dismissal Abel swore an affidavit charging the Winters and telegraph operator W H Cooper with responsibility for Catherine Winters disappearance Abel insisted she was murdered.
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Newcastle
Ind
Jackson
Abel
W. A. Winters
Meyers
Winters
W. H. Cooper
Catherine Winters
Catherine
Fawcett Plans Senate Run On Progressive Ticket
June 3 report from Tacoma notes Mayor A. V. Fawcett intends to seek a U S Senate seat on the progressive ticket, aiming to complete his vindication with a statewide campaign.
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Tacoma
A. V. Fawcett
U. S. Senate
Moore Travel Festival Pictures At Grand Canyon Of Arizona
The notice lists showings this week and Sunday at 7 and 8:30 with extensive travel pictures including the Grand Canyon of Arizona. It mentions nights 25 36 and 60 as part of the schedule and references Lyman H Howe as organizer with additional varied imagery.
Huerta Will Quit Declared by Envoys in Niagara Falls
Negotiators announced that Huerta will retire, claiming no pride or personal interest will block a peaceful settlement. Mexico aims for pacification with armed revolt ended and rebel forces removed, while Carranza faces armistice pressure as talks proceed. Final reply expected.
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Niagara Falls
A. B.C
Huerta
Mexico
Carranza
Carranza silent on mediat ors’ Niagara Falls talks
Durango June 3 Gen. Carranza refused to comment on the A B C mediators’ query through his Washington representative. The inquiry asked if he would discuss domestic conditions and foreign relations and whether he would grant an armistice if admitted to the Niagara Falls conference.
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Durango
Mexico
Carranza
A. B.C
Washington
Preparing to Deport Huerta
Torreon Mexico June 3 President Huerta's war minister Gen Blanquet is reported to be on the eve of seizing the Mexican dictatorship and deporting Huerta.
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Torreon
Mexico
Huerta
Gen. Blanquet
Sheriff Denies Jail Worker Charges After Inquiry
Sheriff Edward Cudibee rejected accusations from Mrs. Catherine D. Stirton that jailers mistreated women visitors and denied that Prosecutor Murphy ordered barring. He said statements were twisted, there was no violence by jail staff, and Murphy directed fair treatment for Miller. The county commissioners did not act and left the matter to superior judges.
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Catherine D. Stirton
Murphy
Edward Cudibee
Cudibee
Miller
Stirton
Board of Commissioners
Hindus Give Up Fight to Enter Canada at Vancouver
About 350 Hindus aboard the Komogata Maru have abandoned their bid to enter British Columbia after 11 days of stalemate. They mutinied and expelled guards when 600 Chinese landed without opposition, then agreed to return to India aboard the Komagata. Authorities labeled the Hindus undesirables amid tight labor-market conditions.
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Vancouver
B. C
British Columbia
India
Sayre Explains Williams Endowment Plan To Alumni
Francis B. Sayre, president’s son in law and Williams College assistant to President Garfield, spoke at a College club dinner about a 2 million dollar endowment fund to raise professor pay and attract influential scholars. He will travel to Montana for further talks and a visit to his 2000 acre ranch near Billings.
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Francis B. Sayre
Williams College
Williamstown
Mass
Garfield
Sayre
Montana
Billings
Government contends U.S. Machinery Co. bought patents to restrain trade
Morrill Nims of 123 Taylor Ave sustains a broken arm in an auto truck crash. The note mentions Gen. U. S. Grant Fortress and a G. A. R. whist party held Wednesday night.
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U. 8S. Machinery Co
Morrill Nims
Taylor
Easy Terms For Fine Pianos And Player Pianos
The ad promotes easy ownership of high grade pianos and player pianos with no first payment. It claims East factories overstocked and offers the simplest terms ever, urging readers to clip a coupon and bring it in. It stresses several carloads must be moved immediately and that monthly payments can be tailored to the buyer’s convenience.
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Third Avenue
Marion Street
Madison Street
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