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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1910
Page
6
In Paris on June 24 aviation meetings continued despite organizers losing over a million dollars. General Reched Pasha rode a military school aircraft, rose briefly, then crashed, landing on his face and bruising his nose amid stomach pains.
Two men and two women in Sterling Illinois were driven insane by the day’s intense heat. The incident reported by United Press describes extreme temperatures affecting residents, with authorities urging caution as temperatures remained high.
The proposed elevated viaduct between Pike and Madison on the waterfront is dropped for now. Railroads owning key parcels blocked majority petitions, killing the plan that would have linked North Seattle to the water front and opened the north end. Opponents included Western Avenue merchants and waterfront property owners south of Madison Street.
Matt Wray, accused of disorderly conduct after being seen with a pickpocket near the Pantages theatre, recounts alleged police harassment across Seattle and Vancouver. His mother defends him while Judge Gordon dismisses the case amid claims of a biased pursuit by authorities.
Donald Cameron, lacking funds and friends, attempted a pawnshop hold up in Portland to finance a return trip to Scotland. Held in jail for 162 days before authorities dropped charges and Cameron was released, vowing to continue seeking passage home.
Portland clearings totalled 1 470 699 dollars with balances of 184 576 dollars reported for the day.
The Aero-Plunge company of Seattle filed suit in the superior court this morning seeking seven thousand dollars in damages from the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition company. The complaint states the defendant forcibly closed the plaintiff's concession before the close of the fair, causing the loss.
In Judge Witten BR Gay’s courtroom the jury again found for Frederick K Linck against Matheson & Deady of the Victor Bar, awarding $10,000 for injuries from March 23, 1909. Linck alleged James Deady struck him with a billiard cue and he later contracted erysipelas leading to lifelong incapacity.
The Walsh murder case against Patrolman Thomas Walsh was taken to the Sixth Avenue and Jackson corner scene to inspect the location. Defense rested its case and the jury will be instructed after they return to the courtroom.
A schedule lists Wasners Second Regiment Band performing Saturday afternoon at 2:26 in Woodland Park. Selections include Tannhauser Overture, Martha, Caprice, First Heart Throbs, and Paraphrase. Other items mention The Warblers Beretade, Hen Bott, Mexican Waltz, Youthful Pandas, The Spring Chicken, and Datch Patrol.
Judge A W Frater of the superior court arbitrated a seaside feud between Rainier Beach and Dunlap youths. Four Rainier Beach boys aged 14 to 17 were sentenced to the training school with suspended terms if they behave. names Ed Hamilton Will Miller Roy Bridle Walter Kooll.
A San Pedro tobacco district revolt in Honduras followed news a government monopoly concession to sell the tobacco business to the American Tobacco Company would be granted. People burned bales of tobacco in protest and thousands of pounds were destroyed before reports that the concession failed reached the region. Planters vowed to burn remaining output rather than cede to a government monopoly.
Attorney General Wickersham urged federal regulation of railroad stock and bond issues before the Illinois Bar, arguing constitutionally empowered congressional control. He criticized reckless stock issues as demoralizing and noted receiverships and foreclosures hurting railroad operations. Washington Alaska governor Clark set to depart for Juneau. Traders Plan policy holders seek accommodation at Ballard store.
A mixed readable fragment advertises a seaside venue near Alki Point with dining and tea options, a clean dressing area, and a beach room for picnics. It notes no liquor on premises, welcoming “the best people,” and directions to the location via Occidental and Yestery Way. Also included are faded shop notices about furniture refinishing, carpentry, and job listings for housekeeping, sales, and trade work.
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