National Piano Makers Enter Seattle under D W Thomas
D W Thomas named general manager for the National Piano Manufacturers wholesale and retail business in Seattle. He and the company plan direct factory selling to homes with wholesale prices and easy terms, announcing a new piano store at 23 Third Avenue near the Central Building and opposite the Orpheum theatre.
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Darrow bribery trial erupts amid courtroom clash
In Los Angeles on June 28 the Darrow bribery trial heated as Guy Biddinger testified he accepted a bribe from Darrow. Defense counsel Earl Rogers clashed with Burns' aide, threats and insults circulated, and Rogers urged the court to protect him while others taunted him.
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Delegates Cheer Champ Clark at Washington Hall
Washington delegates roared for Champ Clark during a parade at the hall. Senator Reed announced Clark as the nominee bell and banners waved as Delegate Ronald of Seattle tooted a horn. The delegation tore down the Washington standard and voted in favor of the Bryan resolution.
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Taft Credits Roosevelt in 1908 Nomination Help
President Taft told callers Roosevelt helped him secure the 1908 nomination and again aided him last Saturday. Taft noted Roosevelt advised on a compromise candidate and declined, ensuring Taft's nomination.
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Cuban Rebel General Reported Dead
Havana dispatch states Gen Estenez rebel leader is reported dead after an engagement. No details of location or outcome are provided. the report cites Gen Montagudo, commander in chief at Origente, as the source.
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Settlement plan looms for Harriman strike
Information from San Francisco sources says a secret conference of Harriman line chiefs in the Sproule office in San Francisco has been working out a settlement plan. The management expects to rehire union men and remove thousands of strikebreakers in California.
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Zeppelin Victoria Latise Demonstrates Airship Flight
In Hamburg on June 28 the airship Victoria Latise completed a 10 hour sea crossing and return from the North Sea. The voyage is described as a test of airship viability for potential invasion of England.
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First ballot results at Democratic convention
Official first ballot totals show Clark 440, Wilson 324, Underwood 177, Harmon 148, Marshall 31, Baldwin 22 with 728 needed. State tallies list Clark dominates across many blocs while Harmon denies withdrawal and stays in race in Columbus report.
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Public Markets Prices for Various Groceries Listed
A long list of grocery items with prices from a public market includes potatoes at 26c per 16 pounds, salmon at 1c per pound, sugar at 5.60 per 100 pounds, bananas by the dozen at 10c, veal 10c per pound, corned beef tc per pound, butter 3 pounds per 1, 10c, rice 26c per 2 pounds, and many other items with varied weights and unit prices. The catalog features meats, dairy, fruits, grains, and canned goods with numerous per pound and per dozen rates.
Funeral for R. T. Laffin Stops Seattle Traffic
Funeral services for Richhral I Laffin former vice president of Puget Bound Traction and Power Co were held at 3 PM. Seattle Electric Company cars paused for two minutes in respect. Laffin died Wednesday after an operation due to intestinal trouble contracted in the Philippines ten years earlier. Born in Maine in 1868 he came to Seattle in 1909 as district manager for the Stone Webster Co.
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Back to Work as Freight Handlers Return in Chicago
Chicago June 28 Many striking freight handlers who had been out for weeks returned to work today. It was predicted that all will resume duties within the next few days as their push to gain railroad concessions fell short.
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Vermont Republicans Name Allen for Cavendish Ticket
Burlington Vermont reports that Republicans from Vermont selected their ticket with Allen, a Cavendish native, as a leading candidate. The meeting followed discussions of party slate and regional representation, signaling early campaign momentum.
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Darrow Defense Hints at Success on Testimony Ruling
In Los Angeles Judge Hutton signaled possible sustainment of the defense objection to stenographer Waldo Falcon's dictagraph transcript of a claimed Darrow Harrington talk. Falcon said the conversation reached him only in fragments and was not fully transcribed. The judge reserved ruling.
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Washington Orchard and Irrigation seeks 10000 raise
A meeting is called for next Tuesday by the Washington Orchard and Irrigation Company to raise $10,000 for the company land. The firm is among several organized by the late DelLarm.
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Taft offer to seat Roosevelt delegates sparks Hadley reply
Cedar Rapids Iowa June 28 Gov Hadley, en route to Chautauqua, says Chicago Taft leaders offered to seat Roosevelt delegates from Washington if he would accept Hadley or another compromise candidate. Hadley notes Roosevelt was approached similarly and that he favors Roosevelt.
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Bride Seeks Divorce After Photo Bride Claim
Aki Yoshimoto Miyake says being a photo bride is not as hoped and requests a divorce from Takay Asu Miyake. She alleges her husband fell in love with her picture, celebrated with heavy drinking, and has become abusive over time.
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Just One More Mexican Crisis Near Bachimba
Federal Gen. Huerta advances with 6000 troops toward Bachimba, 46 miles from Chihuahua, pledging to reach the city within five days. Rebels hold a strong, entrenched position awaiting the federal assault with comparable numbers.
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One More Arrest In Bank Robbery
Detroit police arrested Harry Emmet believed to be involved in the New Westminster bank robbery last fall. Emmet, known to police as Martin Powell, carried 5000 Canadian dollars when taken into custody, and is said to be part of a five man gang with two still at large.
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Mackinaw Moves to Alaska Puget Sound Run
The Mackinaw will resume the Alaska Puget Sound route starting today. It arrives in Tacoma from San Francisco and then heads to Seattle tomorrow. It sails from here with Northbound supplies on July 3.
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