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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1909

Page

10

Death by Own Action in Hotel Case of John Hach

In San Francisco a man named John Hach, staying at a hotel near 90 and Pike, apparently died by self harm. The body was found by the landlord with a gas jet and a chair set to suffocate him, leaving a pawn ticket and personal effects including a knife and a corkscrew. Police will try to locate his relatives.

John Hach San Francisco Pale Pike Weareh Joath Bach Landioad Dan B. Quinn Wan Habh London Jewelry Co Thie City Mutterworth @ Sous

Restaurant Keepers Debate Abolishing Lunch Counters

At a meeting of the Restaurant Keepers association last night the group discussed possible legislation to abolish lunch counters in saloons. The association argued that business declined since free lunches were abolished and denied an interview attributed to them questioning the Geneva association of Walters.

Restaurant ‘Keepers’ Association Geneva Walters

Double Tombstones Dispute Over Cemetery Monuments

In Fremont a legal dispute arose after a tombstone maker failed to finish a monument at St. Joseph's cemetery. The widow switched to a second firm which completed a second monument and placed it on the grave despite the ruling. Lawyers and courts are now involved to resolve the contract and placement issues.

Dry Dock Tour of Minnesota and Pacific Fleet Visit

The steamship Minnesota rests in a dry dock as part of a midship tour. Visitors also inspect the Pacific fleet at the navy yard while boats depart Colman dock.

Minnesota Pacific Fleet Navy Yard Colman Dock

Hains Starves Under Indictment in Sing Sing

Captain Peter Hains, held in Sing Sing for the murder of William Annia, is starving himself and teetering toward mental collapse. Counselor O'Reilly, in the recent trial, said Hains told of events before Thornton Malas vanished, potentially supporting a transfer to Matteawan. General Hains, his father, was in Washington awaiting developments.

New York Peter Hume William Annia Daniel O'Reilly Hatne Oily Thornton Malas Matteawan Hains Haine

Treasury Report Shows Revenue and Disbursements Reach 94 Million

Washington report notes today’s treasury release lists receipts and expenditures totaling 94,219,000 with emphasis on budget activity. The notice reflects ongoing fiscal operations and accounting figures for the period.

Treasury

Roosevelt urges Taft on new policy against crooked business

Ex president Roosevelt in Outlook urges continuing the fight against dishonest business methods even if it harms business in the short term. He argues stern exposure and punishment of crooked men is necessary for justice and national honesty.

Roosevelt Taft

Mother and Son Fall In Toils Over Railroad Death

A man named L. B. Wyer, 41, was found dead in his Broadway residence after an early evening incident on the Oregon and Washington Railroad line. Police report he appeared to suffer a heart failure or attack, with an autopsy to determine the cause. A patrolman arrested another man, M. Baldwin, connected to the case. A widow and three children are mentioned in the surrounding notes.

Baldwis Sahilongihons Oregon & Washington Railroad Burke '14 L. 8 Wyer Hin Broadway Senate Fuld Mra Baldwin Oregon & Cop Anhington Chicago

Obituary: Baldwin Father of Three Dies at 48

The deceased, 48, identified as Mr. Baldwin, left behind a son and two daughters. He was taken to the undertaker's, with no funeral arrangements announced yet.

Baldwin Oattenworth & Bent

Determine Location for Headquarters by National WCA Board

A meeting of the national board of the W. C. A. was held to determine the location of permanent headquarters for the northwestern section. Spokane Seattle and Portland presented claims. The final decision is not yet settled.

National Board of the Spokane Seattle Portland

Great Development in Skeena City and Skeena Region

Vancouver reports rapid work on the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway near Skeena City and along the Skeena River with 5000 to 6000 workers. Wages run 2.50 to 3.50 daily, fisheries employ about 5000, canneries foster rail and coast trade, a Prince Rupert sawmill runs at capacity, and a Y M C A building rises as government holds a third of local property for civic gains.

Prince Rupert Grand Trunk Pacific Railway Skeena River Skeena City Vancouver B. C Skeena

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