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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1908
Page
1
June 15 report centers on Adelina Guitilig a 25 month old girl in New York weighing 110 pounds and growing about one pound weekly. The piece notes her size as remarkable for a child of her age though she is not a candidate for any political office due to her gender.
A June gathering in a village hosts Republican delegates from across the country discussing the Taft Roosevelt race and the vice presidency. Observers note expected ratification of Roosevelt’s wishes, with Taft allies wary of any shock to plans as trumpeters, celebs, and delegates mingle amid favorable weather and party meals.
The Ravenna team defeated T. P. Faye at Woodland with a decisive score of seven to one. Ganty led the effort with strong pitching as the young squad reorganized after a previous stretch of play.
United Press reports behind the scenes sentiment favors Fairbanks for the vice presidency as Iowa and New York delegates seek to block Dolliver, fearing prohibition stances hurt the ticket. Sherman’s bid fades with Fairbanks viewed as the likely choice.
A thief attended an Eagles meeting in Georgetown and stole items including one coat worth 10 dollars, a pair of shoes worth 1 dollar, and a badge worth 1 dollar. The incident, alleged to have occurred on June 14, is charged as petit larceny against William Adame of South Park, per the prosecuting attorney. Officer J Fyers reported the recovery of the stolen goods.
C J Zinthee faced a speeding charge after a complaint filed by the prosecuting attorney. The alleged violation occurred along First Avenue between Lenora and Stewart.
Will "Raise Cain" was arrested by Officer William J. Alvey. Zintheo had earlier been taken into custody after striking a pedestrian. The notices follow threats from the prosecutor to charge speeders in court with fines of at least 100 dollars, replacing prior penalties of 5 to 15 dollars.
Health officials warn about tetanus risks from Fourth of July accidents and promote antitoxin stockpiles. Fire Marshal Kellogg requires special permits for fireworks sales and bans display of noisy or sliding devices on streets. no fireworks within fire limits or in open windows.
J E Ballaine heavy Alaska Central stockholder says bond holders meet in Chicago on June 25 to hear disclosures against President A C Frost and other officials. He claims overbonding, misused funds, and stalled construction. he vows to prove charges and cites potential resignations or legal action.
The probable program for the Republican National Convention in Chicago outlines the five day agenda starting June 15. It includes roll call invocation introduction of temporary president Senator Julius Caesar Burrows keynote address and committee selections. Henry Cabot Lodge named permanent chairman and Taft Cannon Fairbanks Hughes Foraker Knox La Follette among favorite sons for nomination. Balloting to determine 491 votes and selection of vice president precede adjournment sine die.
June 15 reports list Senator P Dolliver of Iowa and Frank Kellogg of Minnesota among leading vice presidential prospects. Others mentioned include Rep J Sloat Fassett, Gov J F Fort, Secretary Cortelyou, Senator Chester Long, John Hays Hammond, and Gov. Deneen of Illinois as potential nominees.
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