Congressman Humphrey tied to Seattle post office deal
The piece accuses Congressman William E. Humphrey of Seattle of lying about involvement in a $169,500 post office site deal known as the duck pond. It cites letters to the treasury department in 1910 and 1911 showing support for the purchase and delaying tactics, portraying him as responsible for the site purchase.
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William E. Humphrey
Seattle
House of Representatives
House
Humphrey
Treasury Department
Duck Pond
Flo
Liquor raid leads to removal of Geralds bar and fixtures
Police raid on Clarence J. Geralds remodeled cafe on First Ave and Marion St nets 28 quarts of whisky 69 quarts of beer and 20 small bottles hidden in a sofa and other concealments. Warrant charges allege intent to sell liquor with penalties up to 250 dollars or 30 days in jail.
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Beckingham
Clarence J. Gerald
First Ave
Marion St
Gerald
Sergt. Putnam
Landin
Gil
Serst
Putnam
Byah
Peterson
Harvey
Mobilization of Men at American Lake Begins Today
Washington state National Guard units need 500 more men to reach war strength. Col. Inglis says Seattle requires 150 more and 450 more are needed outside Seattle. Recruiting offices operate at 1107 and 1111 Second Ave and the Armory. Enlistees earn state pay for 30 days and then federal pay, with three year terms likely to be cut short. National Guardsmen become U S army members and wear U S collars.
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Washington State
Col. Ingils
Seattle
Col. Inglis
National Guard
Second Ave
United States Army
U. S
Thompson
Washington National Guard mobilization begins at American Lake
The Washington National Guard starts mobilization with a detachment from the field signal corps arriving at American Lake from Seattle to string wires to headquarters. Troop B cavalry is ordered to Camp Elmer M. Brown and infantry moves Sunday. Medical checks and typhoid immunizations precede movement. parade scheduled Thursday.
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Washington National Guard
Field Signal Corps
American Lake
Seattle
Signal Corps
University
Prairies
Jesse Jackson
Fred S. Walker
Walter A. Burrell
Harry G. O'Brien
Cavalry
Tacoma
Elmer M. Brown
Col. Brown
Mexican Cabinet Considers Note After Meeting
Mexico City reporters note Gen. Carranza and his cabinet held a special session to discuss the American note. The meeting began after all cabinet members denied themselves to reporters, signaling a formal briefing remained private.
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Mexico City
Carranza
Pretty Babies Contest Promises Cash Prizes in Seattle
The Star announces a midsummer contest for Seattle youngsters under three with $50 in prizes for the four prettiest babies and a prize for each entrant's mother. Enter by June 29 by having Jacobs photograph the baby in the PI building. judging based on photos.
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Seattle
Clemmer Theatre
Jacobs
Minnie P. Rimer
Seattle Birth Control League
Cornelia Glass
The
Star
Dan Landon
Col Bill Inglis: The Man Who Commands the Second Regiment
Col William Inglis, commanding officer of Washingtons Second Regiment, is described as a capable, disciplined leader who spends one night weekly at the Armory preparing for looming duties. At 41, he balances decorum and approachability as he plans mobilization for possible Mexican border duty.
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Wm. Inglis
National Guard
Bil
William Inglis
Washington
Col
William” Inglis
Col. Bill
Bill
Col. Inglis
Summer Forecast With Showers In Seattle
A Seattle reporter recalls George Salisbury declaring summer’s start on the 21st of June with a rant about perpetual desires for heat or rain. Salisbury notes eight hot days followed by a rainy streak and forecasts more summer weather, ending with a pessimistic line about possible showers tomorrow.
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George N. Salisbury
Hoge Building
Salisbury
Acquit Hoover in Disbarment Proceedings After Defense
Glenn Hoover an attorney and former university debater with socialist ties was acquitted by Judge Tallman in disbarment charges. The court ruled no ethical violations were proven and Hoover may resume practice. Defense included Thomas I. Murphine Nelson Harst on and Earl G. Rice.
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Glenn Hoover
Tallman
Hoover
Portland
Thomas I. Murphine
Nelson Hartson
Earl G. Rice
Pershing Prepares For Attack As Sniping Increases
Reports from Columbus New Mexico say Gen Pershing’s forces are lined up and ready. Mexican forces mobilize across Chihuahua with 50,000 troops near the border and U S troops are warned to expect a war. Reinforcements rush to Namiquipa as trains report sniping and guards protect ammunition convoys.
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Columbus
N. M
Pershing
Farneworth
U. S
Namiquipa
Lonia Dublan
Mexico
Chihuahua State
Mexican Soldiers Guard Grave of Murdered American
June 2 Browne murder case. Fearing a forceful exhumation by Americans 300 Mexicans left Matamoras and camped near the grave. A detachment from Ft. Brown watched from across the Rio Grande while authorities awaited Mexico City instructions.
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Brownsville
Mr. Browne
Matamoras
Ft. Brown
Browne
Rio Grande
Mexico City
Knights Templar Drill for Prizes
In Los Angeles on June 21 thousands of spectators watched elite Knights Templar teams run eye dummy drills for trophies valued at 14,500 dollars. The top prize is a libation set worth 5,000 dollars.
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Los Angeles
Knights Templar
Militia Acclimation Moves Ahead at Washington Border Plan
Washington officials say action may wait weeks. Militia units from southern states will not be hastily rushed to the border. acclimation is required. After arrival at the border a waiting period will occur while Carranza is given a final chance.
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Washington
Althe
Carranza
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