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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1914
Page
1
Authorities call for dismissal of Dr. Waldo Richardson over alleged full expense concerns at the county hospital. The move aims to remove him quickly to address financial improprieties and restore hospital governance.
Lafe Hamilton and Kris Knudsen demand action after state inspectors indict the hospital head as brutal and wasteful. The report calls the county institution a scene of shameful orgy with graft, missing bookkeeping, and inhumane care toward patients, warning it would blot King County if Richardson stays.
The Star reports initial opposition to a 30 member Hinky Dink council, but other papers have shifted, influenced by powerful interests after Harbor Island related controversy. The fight asks if Seattle will accept the charter proposal despite warnings and bloc support.
A spectator notes King George bestowing lordships and dukedoms as Beecham pills gain royal favor. The piece savors English royalty and Beecham’s widespread pill influence, praising Pill Mulder Beecham and the divine right of kings in a satirical tone.
The article portrays Judge William Hickman Moore, Seattle charter commissioner, irked by criticism of the Hinky Dink charter. He concedes little knowledge of the preferential voting system and warns a minority on the council could influence city manager appointments, while defending the charter as democratic.
A humorous reader clipping prompts families to save lighthearted child quotes for future teasing. Mrs. C. G. Lindgren of 5042 48th Ave shares a dad daughter moment about slippers and a dad’s guidance.
Detroit June 29 A S Judge Arthur Tuttle upheld the constitutionality of the income tax flaw John H Dodge a manufacturer had challenged its validity Prosecutor details show the ruling in favor of the tax system.
Victor Kenneth Keefer and Beulah Brookins Keefer eloped from Portland and were married in Seattle last Friday. Policewomen De Hahn and Mason intercepted them on arrival, escorted the couple to the courthouse, and witnessed a cheerful union before returning home to Salem.
Argentine Minister Naon says mediation between the United States and Mexico has succeeded and his team has completed its work. He declares Our duty is done and that all remains now with the Mexican people. No further word from the rebels was heard.
Everett report notes Mayor Gill of Seattle will open the annual Kla-How-Yah carnival on Thursday and crown Queen He-al-it-sah. The event highlights cultural celebration with community participation and local leadership.
Delmar Del June 29. Ten year old Helen Hastings tells how she healed after back injury by prayer and divine command to go outdoors before 4. Her father carried her outside. she stood, smiled and said I’m all right. She then dressed, ate, played and ran with neighbors as she claimed Jesus spoke to her.
State Inspectors F. H. Lieben and O. A. Tatro accuse head of county hospital of brutal patient treatment missing records lax bookkeeping misappropriation of patient property and improper conduct by nurses and physicians They urge immediate dismissal of Superintendent Dr Waldo Richardson and head nurse Hanna F Lawson An affidavit from Charles Sexton a blind patient claims he lost $30 to lax accounting and inspectors substantiate the claim A party in the superintendent's office disrupted quiet for patients on January 14 1914 during the inspectors visit
Crethe Sexton, a blind patient with three children, says he gave $30 to the county hospital office for personal items but was refused a receipt and told the money went to the county treasury. He asks for acknowledgment or reimbursement from hospital authorities. He recalls Dr. Richardson's tenure starting January last year.
A report based on affidavits and expert review accuses hospital leadership of extravagance with public funds, poor oversight, and records gaps. It lists dissolved partnerships, unrecorded inmates, improper payrolls, late-night misuses, and ignored recommendations, while Dr. Richardson denies the charges.
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