Looting charges loom over Seattle fire chief case
The Star reports a civil service inquiry into alleged looting by fire department members and broader misconduct by Chief Cook. It cites witnesses from insurance men to department staff, recounting drunken conduct at prior fires and urging a full investigation that could remove the department head.
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Genicht
Ae Civil Service Commission
Fire Department
Ralph Cook
Cook
Civil Service Commission
Seattle
Civil Serv Commission
Star
Schwabacher
Civil Service
Chief Cook
Ted
Crowded Green Lake Cars Prompt Passenger Complaints
A Star reader recounts waiting 40 minutes for Green Lake service at Fifth Avenue and Pike, noting six cars passed crowded to capacity before one could board. Four empty Green Lake cars, with signs removed, sped to the barn while crowds persisted. Names of several waiting passengers are listed, ending with a signed note from Theo. B. Pris er.
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Pike
Green Lake
Fifth Av
Ballard Mills Enjoy Strike Prices Rise
Ballard shingle mills run at near capacity while other state mills shut down. The strike boosts shingles prices as Ballard plants continue operating, with unions reporting Sunday that the strike order will be obeyed. Secretary Campbell says word came from locals that reports arrive about Sunday.
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Campbell
The
International
School term ends as Carda report issued for 1906-4 wan
The report Carda is issued to pupils this morning marking the end of the 1906-4 school term. Public schools now go on vacation until the new session resumes September 3. County Bar meets tonight. King Bar association president Jacobs calls a meeting at o clock to discuss duties and constitution with members. William Esaman, charged with a May robbery at the C. and P. 8. depot in Kent, was acquitted by the jury in the superior court.
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Department 1
Superior Cor
Jacobs
William Esaman
Kent
Aggie Myers in Missouri Prison Sees Gibbitt Near
In Missouri the governor grants a 20 day reprieve for Aggie Myers and Frank Holman, both sentenced to hang for a husband’s murder. The case, decades studied, follows a death sentence upheld by the Supreme Court, with appeals and venue changes noted and a planned stay at the Liberty courthouse jail area.
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Aggie Myers
Missouri
Gibbit
Jefferson City
Frank Holman
Myers Murder Mystery of 1904 Kansas City Couple
Clarence Myers was slain in his Kansas City home on May 11 1904 by accomplice Hottman with aid of Mrs Myers who attacked him with a razor and shears after a midnight visit by two alleged burglars The case led to trials and convictions for first degree murder with long appellate history and a scheduled hanging for both Mrs Myers and Hottman.
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Terracest
Kansas City
Hottman
Mre
Myers
O' Cock
Hottman Wee
Mre Myers
Clay County
Supreme Court
Openger Cade is Dismissed
Spencer cashier of the National Bank of Commerce was dismissed after explaining he complied with license laws. a garage number removal was involuntary. R. B. appeared for trial for speeding past Second Avenue. fined but case appealed to superior court. Willie awarded damages of 100 in a construction hole injury case from October.
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R. BR. Spencer
the National Bank of Commerce
Ribbach
Gordon Hhe
Spencer
Ramlaee J
FB Hott
Waa
Sela Gorden
Aaa
Mene
Willie
Rainier
Mitchells Brother Arrives In Seattle For Trial
Perry Mitchell, brother of suspect George tehell, travels from Danville to Seattle for the Creffield murder trial. He visits the jailer’s office and meets attorney contacts, saying he will assist his brother but will not speak until advised by counsel. City officials brace for a high-profile case as prosecutors and defense prepare.
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Perry Mitchell
George Tehell
Seattle
Danville
and Creffield
Holy Roller
Tie
Perry
Court House
The
Star
Shipley
Portland
16 Molders on Strike in Everett
Sin-saalers at the Bum-Iron Works walked out in protest over a molder not in the union. Habeas corpus proceedings were filed by Judge Black this morning against Superintendent Charles Buchan of the Tulalip reservation, demanding three Indians appear in court with the complainant. The case centers on alleged unlawful restraint on the reservation since 16 on the reservation and 15 elsewhere.
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Everett
Ward
Bum- Iron Works
Rowrit
Black
Charles Buchan
Tulalip Reservation
W. R. Bhekion
Street Preacher Agnes Sheppard Faces Distribution Charge
Agnes Sheppard a street preacher was arrested on distributing hand bills on city streets and tried before Judge Gordon. The case was held for conference with authorities to decide if permission will be granted to distribute hand bills and hold meetings on certain lower streets.
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Agnes Sheppard
Gordon
Billie
Haakon Crowned King of Norway in Simple State Ceremony
King Haakon was crowned at Trondhjem cathedral marking Norway’s first native ruler in six centuries. A civic display accompanied by warship salutes, 1500 Norwegian Americans, 80 foreign royals, and 2000 soldiers, with a restrained procession and brief sermon.
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Trondhiem
Chicago
Sweden
Republic
Haakon
Trondhjem
Bang
Ten Leave Tonight for Nome Freight and Passengers
The Ohio departs tonight on a second Nome voyage with about 1 000 tons of freight and a 350 passenger list. Many steerage travelers originate from the steamer Indiana. The Melville Dollar and Senator follow with freight, while the Victoria sails Tuesday. The A C track team of 20 leaves Spokane on the Oriental Limited to compete in a tri club meet with Seattle Multnomah and Spokane Athletic clubs tomorrow. Superintendent Inglis and Manager Al Goldsmith accompany the group to recover trophies expected to be won.
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Ohio
Nome
Chubach & Hamilton
Indiana
Senator
Victoria
the & A. C
Spokane
Oriental Limited
Inglis
al Goldsmith
Northwest
Inesist
Seattle
Multnomah
Deed Forms Ready for Fifth Avenue Opening
The property owners press the city opening of Fifth Avenue with deeds drafted and ready for signatures. Deeds provide a street 150 feet wide, with provisions to return property not taken if the city declines the wider width. N H Latimer to hold deeds after filing. Great Northern excluded from donation.
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Fifth Av. SB
A Connael
Exerow
N. H. Latimer
Great Northern
Waiting Game Standoff in Pacific Steamship Strike
Both sides claim inactivity as a Puebla Tacoma standoff continues at the Pacific Coast Steamship yard. Pickets urge non union support while non union crew could sail the Senator to Nome if no settlement by Sunday night. Washington Harriman lines move offices to new Burke block quarters.
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Beamen's
Pacific Coast Steamship Company
Puebla
Tacoma
Franco
Nome
Senator
Steamship Company
Washington Division
Harriman Lines
Mutual Life
Burke Block
Great Northern
Doctors On Trail North Bend Cedar River Route Debate
Seattle Medical society commission and Milwaukee engineer J A Wilson argue the Cedar river route could save or cost millions for the Milwaukee line to Beattle. The inspection party departs North Bend to study the watershed and assess health implications for Seattle.
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North Bend
Milwaukee Railroad
Cedar River
Seattle Medical Society
J. A. Wilson
Milwaukee
Wilson
Snoqualmie River
Jesaquah
Harriman and Hill Expected in Seattle for Talks
Rail magnates H Harriman and J J Hill are slated to visit Seattle in mid July with potential meetings in view. Harriman plans westward travel after July 16 with a San Francisco stop before arriving, while Hill may be here around July 15. Officials anticipate discussions on opening a southward corridor through Great Northern land and Seattle terminal access on Fourth Avenue South.
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RE. H. Harriman
Seattle
Harriman
Mr. Harriman
San Francisco
North
James J. Hill
Great Northern
Seath
West
Av. South
Fourth Av
Errors in Ballard Experts Bill Uncovered
Cassius M. Williams of Seattle audited Ballard treasurer and clerk books and found mistakes in methods and in their own work. The bill shows R. C. Pickett for 36 days at 7.50 totaling 552.40, though standard should be 412.50. Finance committee members Hegdahl and Way judged the report correct after examination.
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Ballard
Cassius M. Williams
Seattle
R. C. Pickett
W. F. Grill
Ratlard
D& Murdock
Hegdahl and
Way
Finance Committee
Misner and Wife Reported Heading for Nome
A letter received by Doc Richards indicates Cyrus Misner and his millionaire wife, once Mrs Yerkes, may travel to Seattle then Nome. They planned a voyage on a steamer during a second sailing, the letter dated five days ago from Chicago. Dee Richards departs for Nome tonight on the Ohio.
Revenue Increase Reports for June 22 Readings
On June 22 1906 and June 22 1905 figures show growth with an increase over the same date last year totaling 335 223 95 dollars in revenue.
Gasoline stove blast in Harrison kills three children
A gas stove exploded at Charles Wellshorn's residence in Harrison Ohio this morning killing three children aged 2 4 and 6. The blaze started at dawn and destroyed parts of the home. Authorities investigate cause and assess damages.
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Harrison
Ohio
Charles Wellshorn
Threeildren
Fire Destroys Block on Broadway in Oakland
A noon blaze on Broadway Oakland destroyed a row of buildings from S to Third Streets causing about 50000 in losses. The Peerless Mattress company suffered the heaviest damage. Patrolman A W Bryan was granted a divorce from Abbie M Ryan amid claims of marital strife and incitement against their daughters. Custody of the younger son was awarded to Bryan until age 12 after which he would go to Ryan. property to be divided equally.
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Oakland
Cal
Price
Broadway
S@a
Third Sts
Peerless Mattress Company
A. W. Bryan
Abbie M. Ryan
Ryan
Mr. Ryan
Wella Detained on Disorderly Charge After Reoffense
Rank Wella colored was arrested yesterday by Officers Donlan and Peterson for disorderly conduct. Judge Gorden imposed 30 days in jail and a $100 fine. He had previous promises to abstain from the city but was found again hiding in a joint by officers.
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Wella
Donlan Peterson
Gorden
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