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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1913
Page
1
Patrolman No 105 arrested Jack Smith Saturday afternoon on Washington Street. Witness A D Puckett said the officer dragged the boy into an alley and repeatedly struck him, leaving his face badly bruised. The boy was booked for disorderly conduct and the case headed to Judge Gorcon.
The grand jury examines whether Mrs. Jennie Morrisey, a juror in Peter Miller’s burglary conviction, biased the panel by expressing guilt before seating. Affidavits tie Morrisey to Miller's acquaintances, including the murdered bartender Hugh McMahon. Prosecutor Murphy hires special prosecutor Ellis at 250 dollars monthly, amid calls that authorities seek to “get” Miller.
Prominent charity workers will visit Seattle for the National Conference of Charities and Correction and allied societies from July 1 to July 12. At least six organizations will hold meetings, including the American Association of Societies for Organizing Charity and the American Red Cross.
The U S Supreme Court ruled Adams Express Co may be prosecuted under interstate commerce laws. The decision, unanimous and led by Justice Holmes, overturns Ohio tests that a joint stock association cannot be jailed, noting certain express firms evaded the law by organization.
Real estate is presented as wealth and Priest Rapids townsite is now on the market. The article highlights rail access on the Milwaukee line as a key value driver and directs readers to page 6 for full display ad details.
Aviatrice Alys McKee became Mrs Johnny Bryant by marriage on May 29 in Horse. The couple will provide aviation attractions at the Golden Potlatch, while slipping past Fred A Bennett of Bennett Aero Co. to a justice of the peace for the ceremony. Bennett, on business in Seattle, reports the news.
By a 306 to 251 vote E 8 Sears the Arctic club elected R B Rice manager of the Ford Automobile Co as chief of the 1913 Potlatch Rice will ride in royal robes in parades issue proclamations edicts and wear face paint
The U S Supreme Court denied the Interstate Commerce Commission authority over interurban lines engaged in interstate business. The decision upholds a Commerce Court ruling and blocks an order reducing fares from Omaha to Council Bluffs.
Special correspondent reports Bothell investigators reveal Pete Snark's premises tied to a Sunday rag mystery. Cistern found half full of hard cider after examination. Snark admitted last year he poured 16 barrels of apple juice into the cistern. Chemist notes cider at 58 percent proof.
Eight girls aged 14 to 18 and seven men were arrested in a raid on Del Rey Tavern near Venice. One girl leaped from a window to escape, another threatened self harm while being guarded. Officers say liquor was served to underage girls during a crackdown on vice and ragging.
The passenger launch Mignonette burned to the water edge moments after landing 20 passengers on Vashon Island. A. J. Bachelor, its master, steered the burning craft to the beach near Point Defiance as crowds watched a dramatic dash for shore. The 54 foot vessel, valued at 4500 dollars, was a total loss.
A three year old, Coleman O Shaughnessy, swallowed a toy cannon and survived after a stomach pump. Firemen rescued a detective stranded on a roof after chasing a burglar. A somnambulist, Melville Hayes, swam ashore after wandering through Un iontown in pajamas. Arthur Maultby authors a new historic novel "Detained by the King" placed in Buckingham Palace library.
Mrs. Lorena Matthews, central figure in the Lawrence Matthews murder saga, travels from Vancouver to Guthrie Oklahoma to stand trial for her husband’s 1907 death. The case involves extradition battles, a contrived confession by a Black farmhand, and political prejudice linked to race.
Mrs Carl Axel Westman appeared before Judge French in Port Orchard pleading not guilty to a first degree murder charge. Bail set at 10000 dollars as prosecutors and her Seattle attorneys Gay and Olson prepare for trial. Witnesses testified to seeing Westman near the time of the crime and reports say detectives used a hidden beacon in a hotel room.
Katmai group volcanoes including Mounts Katmai Redoubt Augustine Iliamna and Peulik erupt again belching smoke and fumes over Seward Kodiak area. Last year’s damage remains in memory as the sun is dimmed by ash and copper skies.
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