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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1908
Page
1
Reports from Teheran describe a brutal massacre ordered by the shahs forces, with hundreds killed in the palace district as troops and artillery fired on crowds. Witnesses say reform leaders were dragged before troops, and executions followed under the imperial edict. The city remains in a fevered state as fears of overthrow mount.
Bulletin from Cleveland notes James Sherman showing signs of improvement after an afternoon medical evaluation. A famous Rochester surgeon was requested to be on standby if an operation becomes advisable. Johanie Reid, manager linked to a prior fiasco, was located in Everett and declined to comment as he headed there after refunds were issued to Everett supporters.
Royal attendance marks a grand ceremony at St James Palace for Miss Jean Reid and John Hubert Ward. The event drew King Edward and Queen Alexandra plus most of the royal circle with Beatrice Mills and Jennie Crocker as bridesmaids. Ward, age 98, inherits a $500,000 legacy but cannot inherit the Dudley title. speculation links him to possible advancement in royal service.
The jury found Bartnett guilty of embezzlement related to the Colton securities affair, triggering a major bank failure. Brown, the former business partner, and other officials face ongoing legal actions as Bartnett awaits sentencing next Tuesday morning.
New London Conn June 23 President Roosevelt plans to attend the Yale Harvard annual boat race on the Thames river to root for Harvard while Taft is to lead Yale. Managers will not let Taft and Roosevelt witness the race on the same yacht. Harvard insists Teddy sit on the east side and Taft remains with Yale. Taft is a Yale enthusiast and will likely be on his side unless James Sherman illness prevents attendance.
President Roosevelt announced plans to travel with his family to New London on Thursday to root for Harvard against Yale in the boat races. He said he can make as much noise as Taft despite being smaller and will keep the trip strictly a family affair.
Secretary Taft enjoys a strenuous day on Yale campus during commencement week ceremonies. He is widely regarded as the central figure amid the day’s events.
The secretary from the class of ’78 attended the Harvard Yale base ball game as principal spectator this afternoon. Tonight he will head a Taft dinner hosted by Mrs Taft while she and her husband meet President and Mrs Kachey in New Haven.
Steamer Ohio carrying 500 passengers left Beattie on June 1 and is now in an ice pack near Nome with an apparently injured propeller. Steamer Hyades and Utensila have arrived here.
Notices posted in Sabine County Texas order all black residents to leave immediately or face consequences after nine were killed and two whites slain. A white supremacist mood spreads as armed whites, including Hemphill residents, guard women and children amid rumors of Ku Klux like groups forming.
Conrad B. Johnson, owner of Queen City dairy at 1612 Summit Ave, pleaded guilty to involvement in the local milk trust price-fixing scheme. He was fined $260 by Judge A W Frater amid statements that harsher penalties would follow for main conspirators.
Bulletin reports James G. Sherman Republican candidate for vice president has been moved to Lakeside Hospital Cleveland in critical condition after a severe illness. He arrived from Cincinnati with a bilious attack and suffered a high fever and intense pain during the Chicago convention. His family has been summoned from Utica New York as doctors consult experts by long distance.
Utica reports James A Sherman in critical condition after telegraphic news from Cleveland. His family rushes to Cleveland by fastest trains. Taft at Yale alumni meeting says he hopes danger is not as great as reported and is deeply concerned.
Water will be shut off on Wednesday June 23 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. affecting Har vard ay N and Eastlake north of Roanoke, the intermediate system north of Lake Union and the government canal, including high points in Fremont Ballard and Green Lake.
A planned bout between Dick Cullen and Kid Scaler collapsed leaving 600 fans who paid $3 a ticket with lemons as entertainment. The Yosemite steamed to Langley where gamblers and musicians filled bars and poker rooms while would be spectators crowded the beach tent for a non existent ring action. A small Japanese man named Steve Clark appeared as a practical joke to break the monotony.
Clearings posted for Seattle at 1,368,702.36 with balances 233,936.37. Tacoma shows 546,786.00 in clearings and 22,246.00 balance. An additional entry lists 939,612.00 clearings and 125,082.00 balance.
Royal J. Dye M D a Bolenge Congo missionary for nine years was honored at a business men's luncheon by the M C A this noon. He will speak tomorrow evening in an illustrated lecture titled A Voice From the Hearts of Africa and give further talks at First Christian church. Dr Dye came to Seattle at the invitation of the church. Mr and Mrs R J Blakney issued invitations to the wedding of their daughter Georgia to Mr Lloyd Finnerin in Fremont on Wednesday.
J. Bi. Okie the millionaire sheep man wed Clarice V. Lovett a former telephone operator in Cheyenne Wyoming. Mrs Lovett had recently secured a divorce in the state.
Report notes yesterday afternoon and a few hours later the marriage of a local man known as the Okie to the wealthy flock master. Okie’s past includes a high profile divorce a year earlier with $50,000 cash alimony.
King Alfonso formally presented with the royal infant at the palace throne room as Minister Figuerro announced the birth of a healthy son. The king expressed joy and, on learning of a prisoner's execution, telegraphed for a pardon leading to the man’s release in honor of the prince’s birthday.
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