Porter Charlton confesses murder linked to Porter's shipboard arrest
Port er Charl ton, hunted by police on two continents for the murder of his wife Mary Castle Charl ton, admitted the crime after being intercepted aboard the Princess Irene in New Jersey. He signed a detailed statement, described his motive and actions, and claimed he acted in a daze after she cursed him.
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Castle Charlton
Porter
Charlton
Jon
Weinthal
Army
Dren
N. J
Porter Charlton
Continents
Mary Scott Castle Charlton
Mediterranean
Princess Irene
Chariton
Irene
New York
Porter Chariton
Legnaczi
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Omaha
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Como
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Day at home club today due
A fragment reads about a day today at the home club with brief mentions of ongoing activities and attendance. The text is incomplete but centers on a scheduled event at the club.
Threatens to harm and sets fire at Darst’s grocery
Charley Thorpe, believed deranged, threatened to kill C. L. Darst owner of a Seventh avenue grocery. He then started a kerosene fire in a rear closet near gasoline in the back building, prompting arrest by Patrolman Farley. Darst and his 14 year old son lived above the store.
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C. L. Darst
Seventh Av
Marion St
Thorpe
Darst
Charley Darst
Darest
Howell
Farley
Census Bulletin Records Wash ington Population Rise
The first census bulletin lists Washington city population at 331,069 as of June 23. The 1900 official population was recorded as 499,000s, marking a growth since the previous tally.
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United Press
Wash
Johnson Buried Alive in Trunk Murder Case
William Johnson, a Kent farmer, was murdered by J. P. Webb and Mrs. Carrie Kersh of Seattle. He suffered fatal suffocation after a bras knob beating and being thrust into a trunk, where a shirt fragment was tied around his neck and mouth. Autopsy confirmed death by slow suffocation.
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Walted Pree
Portland
William Johnson
Kent
J. P. Webb
Carrie Kersh
Seattle
Johnson
Miner Held as Outrage Suspect in Williams Dynamite Blast
Helena June 23 A foreign miner Toni Labonn is held on suspicion of dynamiting the home of Leslie Williams foreman at the Elkhorn mine while he and his wife slept Williams and his wife were badly injured Nine rooms damaged 25 pounds of explosive used in the attack Labonn denies knowledge of the crime and remains in custody.
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My United Press
Helena
Most
Toni Labonn
Inman
Leslie Williams
Elkhorn
Williams
Father of Porter Chariton to judge in Hoboken murder case
Judge Paul Chariton fainted during statements to Porter Chariton's father in Hoboken murder inquiry. The father, employed in the War Department's Bureau of Insular Affairs, attended the proceedings.
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Washington
Paul Chariton
Judge Chariton
Porter Chariton
Bureau of Insular Affairs
War Department
Shawl Worth 30000 Allegedly Stolen in Alaska Case
Mrs Anna L Kruse is accused by Mrs Ann Wert of stealing a family heirloom shawl valued at 30000. Wert, 72, swore out a complaint. a warrant was issued and extradition requests sent to Skagway Alaska. Wert says the shawl has belonged to her family for 200 years and was promised to keep in the family unless dire need arose.
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Anna L. Kruse
Ann Wert
Kruse
Skagway
Alaska
Vanderveer
Poindexter Supporters Plan Rainier Beach Meeting
A meeting of Poindexter supporters is scheduled for tomorrow night at Dugdale Hall in Rainier Beach to discuss campaign activities and mobilize volunteers. The event aims to organize local backing and coordinate turnout efforts for upcoming activities.
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Poindexter
Dugdale’ Hall
Rainier Beach
Judge Webster to Pull Chestnuts From the Fire
Judge J Stanley Webster sitting in King County court in Spokane moves to trial the Hodge case over the objections of Hodge and attorney John W Roberts. Webster set June 28 as the date without notifying the defense, while Judge Frater resists involvement.
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Mitchell Gilliam
TH Webster
Hodge
Kinecomnte
Art
John W. Roberts
Webster
Spokane
Roberta
Prater
Frater
Hodge Acre
King County
M G Raw sinking amid health crisis
Former Governor John H. McGraw remains between life and death as physicians abandon hope. The patient’s condition worsens with a feeble pulse and barely perceptible breath, signaling a grave prognosis this morning.
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John H. Mc Graw
Savage Joins Got At The Shureats In Open Door Policy
Henry W Ravage allied with Cort and other Northwestern Owners to send Savage productions to Cort controlled theatres and independent houses. The agreement allows Klaw Erlanger venues to host Savage shows, with several other producers joining the Cort open door policy for a prolific coming season.
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New York
Henry W Ravage
John Cort
Northwestern
National 'S Owners Association
Cort
the Savage
Klaw @ Erlanger theatres
Savage
Hilieos
Idaho the Champion Battleship Sets Target Record
Washington June 23. The battleship Idaho achieved the best target score in this year's navy practice with 46.126 points, earning the top honor for the evening. The South Carolina followed in second with 42.556 points.
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Washington
Idaho
South Carolina
Gasoline Tank Explosion Kills Man on Yacht Columbia
In Chicago on June 23 a gas oline tank ruptured aboard the steam yacht Columbia at Randolph Street. One man burned to death, another seriously injured, and about 15 passengers, including several women, escaped death as burning oil coursed along the ship after the engine reversed and fuel sprayed from the tank.
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My United Prowse
Chicago
Columbia
Randolph St
Car crashes through store window at Standard Furniture
H Canfield of the Hotel Sorrento was driving a touring car that rammed a plate glass window of the Standard Furniture company store on Second Ave. The car skidded across the street in front of the Washington Annex, struck the sidewalk and window, then stopped. He escaped serious injury.
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H. Canfield
Sorrento
Standard Furniture Company
Second Nv
Washington Annex
Water Shuto fficial Notice North BE Mercer Area
Water will be shut off in the strict north of BE Mercer from 29th a. N. to Lake Wantington on Friday June from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The notice lists the outage window and affected streets for planned maintenance.
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BE. Mercer
Lake Wantington
McKenzie enters race to challenge Carrigan for county post
David McKenzie a Seattle resident of 15 years announced his candidacy for King County commissioner in the First district, currently held by Michael J. Carrigan. A business community meeting yesterday prompted his decision after initial reluctance.
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David McKensie
Seattle
Firet
Michael J. Carrigan
Mr. McKenzie
Businew
King County
Aviator Cody Crashes in Experimental Airship Flight
Aldershot England June 23 Captain Cody an aviator was fatally hurt when his aeroplane crashed during an experimental flight. The machine swerved and dived to the ground and Cody was pulled free unconscious. Late today his condition was reported as worse.
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Aldershot
Eng
Cody
Humphrey Receives $75 From Merchant Marine Group
A congressional investigation reveals William E. Humphrey was paid $75 by the Merchant Marine League of the United States for expenses related to promoting the ship subsidy. The secretary suggested the amount should have been $100, with $106 noted as a potential proper total, sparking public commentary on compensation and service.
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Merchant Marine League of the United States
Williams&. Humphrey
Nebraska
Stars and Stripes
Seven Seas
United States
Merchant Marine League
League
Humphrey
Congress
Congressman Humphrey
Will
Building collapses kill one, injure several near Enumclaw
A machine shop at Bayne between Enumclaw and Palmer Junction collapsed due to weakened foundations. J. M. Johnson was killed and five others injured, including one seriously. Deputy Coroner Borthwick and Sheriff Hodge coordinated with Beattie company officers to investigate.
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Enumclaw
Wash
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Little Falls Clay Co
Here
Palmer Junction
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Hodge
Hill
Borthwick
Palmer
Northern Pacific
Auburn
Two Robbers Captured by Tacoma Cops
Tacoma police seized W. B. Thompson and Tom Hayden after they stepped from the steamer Flyer with accomplice Ed Hanson alias Bloxam. A haul of clothing and jewelry valued at about 2500 dollars was recovered. Police link the men to burglaries in Seattle and Tacoma and plan to hold them on robbery charges.
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Tom Hayden
Tacoma
Ed Hanson
Bloxam
Shamrock Hotel
Seattle
Tennant
Hayden
San Quentin
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Shamrock
Hanson
Thompson
Davis
Ogden
Utah
William Bloxam
Youngstown
Portland
Bloxams
Weather outlook fair tonight and Friday
Local forecast indicates fair skies tonight and Friday with light southwest winds. No precipitation expected and temperatures likely within seasonal norms.
Girl Goes On Stand For Walsh In Homicide Trial
Patrolman Thomas Walsh faces trial in Judge Ralph Kaufman’s court for the killing of Antonia Porti pulo. Drew of the police department testifies Walsh’s gun was a .38 and the Porti pulo bullet matched that caliber. Florence Davis, the main witness, says she feared the Italian boy after he harassed her. Former Chief Irving Ward and two Nikko Theatre owners testify as the case heads to a Friday jury verdict.
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Thomas Walsh
Antonia Portipillo
Ralph Kaufman
Drew
Police Department
Walsh
Portipulo
Eacl
Mies Florence Davis
Mims Devise
Irving Ward
Nikko Theatre
Locomotive Engineer Killed in Apex Mining Wreck Near Berlin
Robert Giffin, a locomotive engineer living at 165 23d Ave, was killed when an Apex Gold Mining Co engine failed to hold a grade near Berlin, Washington. He had just started the engine on a steep ascent when power failed and brakes failed, sending the engine back to the bottom and wrecking. Abner Giffin brought the body to town and the Bonney-Watson funeral home prepared it. He leaves a widow and five grown children, plus three brothers and three sisters.
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Robert Giffin
Apex Gold Mining Company
Berlin
Wash
Giffin
Abner Giffin
Bonney-Watson Undertaking
Golden Hair Operetta Night at the Moore Church
Ninety youths present the operetta Golden Hair at the Moore for the Church of the Sacred Heart. Elaborate staging and multicolored lights will highlight the performance. Margaret Doyle stars as Golden Hair with Frederick Kasten as Ice, both noted for prior productions.
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Golden Hair
Church of the Sacred Heart
Margaret Doyle
Frederick Kasten
Ice
Congress Won’t Adjourn If Burton Can Help It
Washington June 23 Hopes of early adjournment faded as Senator Burton Ohio began a filibuster against a mountain forest reserves bill. Representative Weeks Massachusetts threatened to filibuster unless the bill passes the house. A night session might be held to finish Burton’s remarks and push adjournment by Saturday.
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United Press
Washington
Congress
Burton
Ohio
Weeks
Rep. Mass
House
Senate
Appalachian
White Mountains
McKinley
Roosevelt
Taft
Secretary of Agriculture
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