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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1909
Page
1
Letter from King County inmates and supporters in 1909 urges county officials to fund baking for prisoners. It criticizes past jail conditions, praises reform minded actions by the jail commission, and asks for better treatment and bread quality for inmates, while proposing reforms and expressing thanks to the commissioners.
A letter encloses a five dollar check to apply on debts contracted by the Peoples Servant and enemies, mentioning The Star and Hob Hodge and Seattle Star. Signed by J Campbell, Loggerw Supply Co.
A chaotic OCR fragment shows officials and agents arriving from across the United States for a transcontinental association event. Treasury reports and various dignitaries are referenced, with mentions of California delegations and a secretary from the Commerce department. The text is fragmented and difficult to parse.
Boston announces the death of Mary Baker G. Eddy at Chestnut Hill, Maine. A signed United Press statement says Eddy declares she is alive to her household and followers and defends Christian Science as the eternal truth. The missive emphasizes the founder’s spiritual identity over any temporal existence.
Water service will be shut off in Hillman City and the Brighton and Keach area from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, affecting residences and businesses. Utilities advise residents to plan for access to water, secure necessary supplies, and anticipate possible delays or restoration steps once work concludes.
During a midnight blaze at the Turgeon mill a trio led by Trinionant Welch and firefighters Ford and Wright leaped from the roof to escape impending collapse. Wright and Welch were injured and Wright required hospital surgery as water supply and hydrant pressure hampered firefighting efforts. The blaze destroyed the mill and shingles for a month’s supply were lost. owners vow action to improve fire protection and engine service.
Fred Mohrie was shot and killed in the Poor Courts building in Saint Louis Missouri while waiting to be tried on a charge connected to the killing of Constable Sam Young. An unknown man, believed to be a friend of Young, fired in the corridor and fled the scene.
Jeanie D. Nollman files for divorce alleging desertion by Lester Nollman after seven months of marriage. She cites cruelty as cited by Cal Mra Nollman. The couple wed in May 1906 and the filing occurred in the morning at Red Mutts.
A jury was secured this morning to try John Hill charged with larceny from the person. Hill claimed a wealthy Montana family background and said he could and would post bond but was not given a chance. He asserted he was en route to Alanka when arrested.
Washington June 7 Secretary Meyer told President Taft and cabinet that an anarchistic element sought to stir Navy prejudice. He announced a secret investigation identified those behind the movement and said details are being kept confidential.
A mournful article recalls the July birth of a baby found in a shoe box on railroad tracks near Swift & Cos. The infant, later named George Francis Hembrook and nicknamed “Little Gotch,” survived a miraculous rescue but died as a child. Neatly detailing a grim tale of abandonment and public interest, the piece follows the baby’s care by Police Matron Margaret Detan, the community’s mixed reactions, and his burial at Crown Hill Cemetery.
Palo Alto June 7 T Rible a carpenter shot and probably fatally wounded Frank McCleave a prominent figure in Western labor union circles. Hible was arrested but no formal charge filed. The dispute centered on a bill McCleave was alleged to owe Rible.
Charles Nilson, found guilty last Thursday by Judge Oil liam of larceny by embezzlement, was sentenced this morning to one to 10 years. He appealed the verdict and was held on a $2,000 bond.
Washington Children’s Home Society day marks Tuesday’s schedule at the A Y P exposition. A full lineup includes bands, moving pictures, airship Flight of the A Y P, lectures, orchestra performances, a United States life saving crew exhibition, and a grand cadet review in front of Government building. Fireworks close the night near the Pay Streak.
Irrigation restrictions suspend sprinkling of lawns and gardens this evening as directed by the water department. Restrictions apply to outdoor watering to conserve supply and enforce citywide policy.
Ed Callahan former sheriff of Breathitt County known as Deacon Ed was shot and fatally wounded while opening his store in Jackson Kentucky. The attacker concealed in a coal bunker and fled. Callahan linked to the Deacon feud. His wound endangers his life as fresh violence looms between feuding factions.
United Press reports in Washington on June 7 that Representative William A. Rodenburg of Illinois introduced a House resolution empowering the speaker to appoint an official committee of 15 representatives to attend the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition.
L W Redding of Seattle known for the Pathfinder automobile from New York joins The Bar sporting edition to report Victoria racing news. His first column will appear tonight under The Green Star banner delivering up to the minute sports coverage. John M Wheeler files for divorce from Margaret A Wheeler, married December 1882, alleging abandonment.
A mass knife and razor attack at 2006 Goth Ave left Michael Andrino with 12 back wounds and a collapsed lung, while Frank Nino suffered a severe facial slash. Police captured Massa and others identified as suspects, with Nino and Jerro in custody and Andrino failing to fully recover.
By United Press Detroit Mich June T 4 Having written directions for his funeral and farewell telegrams to friends in all parts of the country A Milton Holden a member of a brokerage firm shot himself to death today No motive for his act has been discovered
Promoter and critic B W McConnell lauds the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition as the most remarkable world’s fair in history. He predicts record financial success and praises Seattle’s organization, treasury, and business core as unmatched, citing overwhelming early crowds and broad national interest.
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