14 Jun 1903
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1903
Page
1
James McCormick also known as Montgomery was captured in Porthoid last night on a Bearth warrant. He will be taken to the city by Deputy Sheriff Lambert tomorrow.
Belgrade reports show Servian soldiers split between pro Karageorgevitch and pro Mirko factions as republican sentiment gains. Premier Alexander was killed in a massacre, and diplomats note potential Austrian intervention if civil war erupts.
Fire at noon today destroyed two small sheds on the Grant street bridge opposite the Frye Brabacking house. The loss is estimated at 166 dollars. The owners of the buildings are unknown.
The report outlines law officers duties to root out alleged lottery activity led by Ferguson and the fake charity scheme. It details prosecutions, court battles, and delays as city and county officials clash over legality and enforcement.
A prominent attorney told a Star reporter he would contribute $20 monthly to a fund to aid prosecutions of felony gamblers and authorize publishing his name if the Ferguson lottery continued to operate. He warned the beer lawyer would be hired to challenge the law and defend the community against impunity.
Manager Trugidate of the local club in the Vectiic National league seeks to restrain Huribul from leaving. Dugdale claims a contract since December pays $176 monthly and argues Huribul cannot join Portland without court orders. Injunction prevents Huribul from playing elsewhere until further order while details of damages are considered.
A historical bank ledger notes a past due balance of 4 207 14 dollars cleared by OG AE. The brief entry records a reconciliation action addressing a creditor claim and closing the account item.
Charles McLine left the sheriff post citing decline. Veteran RE MeClarty, a Spanish War veteran, will assume the role. McClarty, 62, previously stationed near Ban Juan Hill and noted by President Roosevelt during his Olympia visit last month.
The Tageblatt reports a revolt by Albanian troops at the imperial palace in Constantinople. A fierce clash with an Asiatic regiment left many dead as rebels were overpowered, triggering panic in the palace after earlier assassinations near Belgrade. Palace guards are described as officials rather than armed soldiers.
Perch Kirshbaum swore out a complaint charging C J Sturgeon with obtaining money under false pretenses. Kirchbaum accuses Sturgeon of passing a worthless check for 86 to him in June.
Continuance granted as Chief Sullivan and his lawyers were unprepared for trial. Indicted this morning, the case adjourned to Monday morning. Witnesses invited for Sullivan’s defense include Barr George Gal Ones Jacob Furth and others.
Frank Johnson clashes with Judge Mellecourt over pronouns while seeking a divorce from Annie who left him for Minnesota. Marr wins a divorce after claiming his wife tired of work and sought money from a Spanish lover. Horsell and Murray secure divorces on grounds of cruelty and desertion amid dramatic courtroom demeanor.
The flood situation in St Louis on June 12 shows slow falling water levels and improving conditions. Sickness rises due to lack of essentials and cold weather, with health concerns aggravated by scarce supplies.
Horace Dunbar proprietor of the Rainier Grand hotel was released on a windfall gambling charge by Judge Bell. Cong Wee was later charged again and released on $2000 bail. Attorney Scott filed the bond as Terman Beckman claims he lost a large sum at the Rainier Grand club room.
In San Francisco the National Brotherhood of Electricians met with Pacific States Telephone representatives to submit grievances from various local unions about wages and hours. The outcome will affect electricians across the coast.
The Allan liner Norwegian ran aground at Cape Ray Newfoundland on June 15 and is reported a total wreck. Her cargo of cattle was thrown overboard into the sea as salvage attempts begin.
Do Rei se of insular affairs releases annual governor’s report from Albay. It notes major savings on Uban transport costs through road rebuilding and bike and auto use on highways. Hemp export revenue reached 8.40ac. province lists 38 common schools one high school and six parish schools established.
A forgery information was filed in the superior court this morning and a warrant was issued for Lieutenant L. N. Bushfield of the Seventeenth United States infantry. He was recently tried by court martial at Vancouver Washington on a charge of conduct unbecoming an officer. The accusation states he forged the name of fellow officer A Campbell to a First National Bank check for 35 dollars.
Al T. Dickinson, sought in Seattle for grand larceny, was arrested near Spokane last night and will be returned to Seattle by a deputy sheriff.
The Giebe Navigation steamer Pantico, bound for Nomie, returned to Port Townsend due to a broken pump plunger. Repairs were completed and the ship resumed its voyage. Also noted evangelist Jones plans a coast lecture tour in October with two addresses here yet to be scheduled.
Police enforce a two and a half block buffer around affected hotels and arrest those who violate the order. Rector, a leading caterer, signs the union scale. Rainier Heights Improvement Club pushes city to develop a Lake Washington shore strip into a park between Washington and Juddine Street.
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