17 Jun 1910
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1910
Page
1
A large assembly as soldiers sailors and statesmen gather at the dock tomorrow for a historic nationwide event. Ex president expected among attendees. The outing marks a major show of unity as the armed forces join political leaders.
Governor J N Gillett ordered two militia companies to San Francisco to stop a prize boxing match between Kaufman and Langford set for tomorrow. He warned authorities and promoters the law would be enforced and no more prize fights would be allowed.
A list of distances credited to Roosevelt shows various figures such as 9,900 miles 6,000 miles 4,009 miles 1,020 miles 5,313 miles 2,500 miles and 28,433 miles reflecting travel totals across periods and events.
A June report notes Theodore Roosevelt to be welcomed in a grand homecoming, with Roosevelt’s European tour and Africa expedition highlighted. It details travel by sea, land, and camel, the Smithsonian-sponsored hunt, costs covered by friends, and Roosevelt's ongoing influence and media presence.
The text lists degrees from major universities, royal audiences in Africa and Europe, and official roles including special ambassador at King Edward's funeral. It notes canceled papal visit due to imposed restrictions, sensational speeches in Khartoum Cairo and London provoking nationalist and public anger, honors from French and German troops, record game hunts in Africa, two near death escapes, and a return journey with Mrs Roosevelt tracing their 1886 Italian honeymoon route.
Deputy Sheriff Matt Starwich leaves Seattle to night for Mexico City to bring back Joseph Fayad wanted for first degree murder. Fayad shot his sweetheart Mary Nichols in her home on Seventh Ave three years ago after she refused to marry him. Starwich, a friend of Nichols, has pressed peace officers worldwide for help and two months ago Fayad was arrested in Mexico City. The state department delay postponed action until now.
Por ter Chariton fled Como after the murder of his wife Mary Scott Chariton, sailing to New York via Verona and Palermo, then heading toward Turkey and Africa. Police here say this strongly suggests his guilt. Divers search Lake Como while officials say the move avoids offending the American state department. Descriptions have been dispatched to Turkish and African ports.
A playful exchange defines a paradox as something you part with daily yet keep at all times. The quip contrasts ownership and absence to tease a wispy riddle about everyday objects and perception.
No noise or fanfare accompanies Maude Adams as she arrives and stays at a hotel for her Moore engagement. Her advance man secures silent rooms and she avoids publicity, performing only at the theatre. The play by James M Barrie tops a likely record week.
Goldfield Chamber of Commerce pledges to back the Jeffries Johnson bout by wiring Tex Rickard to select Goldfield as the site. If chosen, 6000 seats at $20 each will be sold, with support from Goldfield Tonopah Rawhide and Rhyolite.
San Francisco dated June 17 United Press reports Gov. Gillett stated that many had planned to travel to California to watch the Jeffries and Johnson bout but he assured there will be no fight between Jeffries and Johnson in California.
Mrs. Charles Aterton affianced wife of Patrolman Lee Collins recounts a brutal assault in the Bodine hotel hallway at 2 o'clock. She sustained deep knife wounds and near-severed fingers while a man eluded capture. police pursue a suspect named George McKilvey, an Alaskan, as possible culprit.
The Progressive Republicans launch Poindexter's congressional bid in the seventh ward with a large rally at Kidd's Hall Green Lake Station. Poindexter managers will attend and speak on current issues to voters tonight.
Sam Berger, manager of Jeffries, wired Moana Springs for accommodations for Jeff and trainers. W L McCarney, promoter liaison, arranged training sites for Jeffries at Moana Springs and Johnson at Laughton’s Hot Springs near Reno. McCarney also toured State Park with merchants committee seeking arena suitability.
In Rowardennan and Reno camps excitement builds over a possible Jeffries Johnson fight with Langford Kaufman included. Promoter Rickard appears set to select Reno as the venue and business leaders plan licenses, arena construction for about 30 000 spectators, and enhanced travel arrangements.
Promoter Louis Blot announced the Langford Kaufman fight will proceed amid Attorney General Webb’s threats of injunction or post‑round arrest under prize fighting laws. Blot warned Webb cannot enforce martial law without mayoral support and said a Reno move is possible if Saturday’s outcome favors delay.
San Francisco June 17 Attorney General Webb warned the Kaufman Langford bout may be halted by state militia if needed. Webb said the governor is commander in chief with power to order troops, and has promises of gubernatorial support to enforce his official duties.
Reno reports Attorney General Stodard states Nevada cannot bar Rickard and Gleason from staging the Jef fries Johnson fight. He says after a $1000 license fee and health certificates, county clerks must issue permits, as only the legislature can stop glove contests.
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