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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1902
Page
1
London reports the ailing king in critical condition after a dangerous abscess and failed operation. Prince George Frederick, age 18, stands by the bedside and is expected to become king George V if the king dies. Crowds fill the streets as officials announce bulletins and a possible coronation pace shifts.
Clark Nettleton reports 65 warrants issued for illegal voters in Preston. nine target individuals and six are John Doe warrants in First precinct of Third ward. Deputy sheriff to police polling place as more suspects feared. claims of floaters from First ward to Third ward. By afternoon, at least 150 names expected to be added to the list of illegal voters.
John Bennett alias C B Hadley alias C B Hawkins, wanted for Nora Fuller murder in San Francisco, surrenders to Sedro-Woolley marshal after hiding on a Sound island since April. He claims innocence of the crime but will provide evidence implicating prominent men when tried in San Francisco.
Admiral Bickford, commander in chief of the navy, states the large naval and military review in Victoria will proceed on coronation day, aligning with the king's wish for celebrations outside London.
The British American League adjourned its meeting and postponed the June 25 concert and banquet due to King Edward's illness. Tickets may be refunded or held for final notice. London coronation postponed sending shocks as officials respond to Buckingham Palace notice.
A general strike of the coal miners in the Pittsburg district could be declared within 48 hours affecting about 40 000 men to curb the soft coal supply. In Pennsylvania a separate incident notes a break among Susquehanna Coal Company strikers with some workers reinstated after answering Mitchells call for a return. Mother Jones and 11 others go on trial in Parkersburg for violating an injunction by urging miners to strike.
Roosevelt departed for Boston this afternoon to attend Harvard University’s commencement exercises the next morning, after travel from Washington.
Manager D E Dugdale brings his baseball squad back after a three week absence. They face Portland tomorrow at Athletic Park with daily games for five days. Portland arrived this morning. Pitcher Hogs, away for a death in the family, is due back tonight for the series.
Jane M-Jane Tapan, slated for transfer to an insane asylum, is alleged by counsel to have murdered 31 people to satisfy her passions. She allegedly used morphine and poisons, admitted multiple fires in homes she nursed, and warned she would kill again if free. Wheat market report from Chicago notes 74 1 4 to 74 8.
In Grand Rapids Nebraska the Democratic and Populist conventions convened with William Jennings Bryan as the central figure. He stated clearly he would not accept the gubernatorial nomination. Also notes steamship activity with Steamer Ali sailing to Sitka carrying crew and a mining cargo.
William Steffen’s liquor sales halted during postponement of his trial before Judge George. The case, moved due to a primary election, will resume next week. Steffen seeks a license again from the city council, while opponents vow to block approval regardless.
The committee on entertainment seeks hosts to provide lodging and breakfast for visitors attending a convention. Those able to offer accommodations should contact the secretary at P Biock 1646.
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