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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1909

Page

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Cigaret Clause Defeated as Prize Fight Provisions Replace Law

Lympia March 1 The senate defeated proposed cigaret controls raising the age to 21 and allowing enforcement through interstate commerce. The same session replaced the prize fight provisions with a stricter anti boxing law enabling police to arrest suspects in prize fighting scenarios. Senator Graves pushed a poker provision, Cotterill sought its removal to keep poker illegal in any home setting.

T. J. Dillon Lympita Senate Portland Dealereter King County Booth King Allen Senator Graves Spokane Cotteril

Bandmasters Debate Airs for Taft Inauguration Parade

New York March 1 Bandmasters nationwide select tunes for Taft inauguration parade. Choices include Dixie selected by Charlie Uhrig of the Kentucky Infantry band, Auld Lang Syne by John Weber, and Remorse among others. Pennsylvania leaders favor Yankee Doodle as anthem.

New York U. P United States Taft Dixie Charlie Uhrig Crack Pirot Kentucky Infantry Lowlevitine Cincinnati John CC. Weber George F. Smith Anthor Nated lWwader

Storm Warning Appeals Along Vancouver Island Coast

A weather alert was issued at 7:15 AM for the sound and ocean coastline as a strong storm near Vancouver Island moves westward. High west winds are expected today and tonight with potential impacts on coastal areas and maritime activities.

Sound Ocean Vancouver Island Ward

Judge Ronald Prepares to Go on Bench

James T. Ronald, appointed Saturday by Dev. Bay, prepares to assume duties as superior judge of King County. He has long been active in political circles since arriving from California in 1882 and previously served as mayor of Seend and as prosecuting attorney for the King, Kitsap, and &no counties. Born in Missouri in 1508, Ronald is a longtime partner at Halinger Tennant Pattie.

James T. Ronald Halinger

Residents plan protest at council meeting over boulevard funding

A deputation from Anne bili residents will attend the council meeting to challenge the proposed 206000 expenditure for the boulevard project. They argue the current plan differs from earlier figures and expresses concern about costs and route details.

Shere Tiee

City Hall Move Faces Delays and Tight Budgets

City officials and department heads struggle to relocate to a new building after delays in furniture and preparations. Superintendent Grant and A V Beaullien must push plans, with the council facing weeks of disruption as the old furniture remains in use. Mayor says the current city hall will be vacated after the move is completed.

Alding Grand Druys Council A. V. Beaullien Department of al Utilities Mi Gmm

Lucky Baldwin Dies After Final Santa Anita Appearance

Los Angeles reports the death of Miles J. Lucky Baldwin at his Arcadia home after a six week pneumonia battle. The influential miner and racing magnate built vast wealth from Ophir and Death Valley claims and owned a Bear Valley timber fortune. his passing likely triggers numerous estate disputes with heirs and claimants.

Los Angeles PE. J Lucky) Baldwin Talrman Arcana Stette Santa Anita Baldwin San Prancisco Turfman Hie Firet Mous Horge Lexington New Orleans Horrees Kansas City Latonia Chicago Chicago Ny Brooklyn Plains California Hall McLaughrey San Prandiaco Modern Clara Harold Arcadia

May Investigate State Officers In Legislature

Olympia lawmakers met at 2 o clock with routine matters on the calendar. A resolution may be introduced before adjournment to investigate state officers.

T. J. Dillon Olympia

Operatic Singer Jones Dies of Heart Failure

Tiling Jones, operatic singer, died at a lodging house from heart failure. Coroner investigated and ruled death natural. Brother Thomas Jones of the firm Jones & onten noted as survivor.

Tiling Jones the & Pele Lodging House Morningoroner &Nyoy Asa Thomas Gone Jones & Onten

Street Car Service Extended to Jensen's Grove

Local brief notes extended street car service on the Union street line reaching Jensen's Grove with a Lake Union tramper service aiding the University route. North end vacating protests delayed changes. Be at the Electing company arranged new schedule amid utilities push. Isiah Allen resigns as nine years custodian at post offices to join National Bank of Commerce. Marion Mullain transferred to Northport Washington. Mise Allen recovers $200 in diamonds stolen from Rhodes Bros department store. recovered by Al Court of the Merchants' Protective association. A woman of good standing detained and compelled to return the jewels.

Union Ae Jensen Lake Union Cara Ae Mercer Public Utilities Department Beat the Electing Company Isiah Allen Isiah Alien National Bank of Commerce Allen Sheckers Ofice Rockefellers Marion McLain Marion MulLain Northport Wash Mixe Ajlen Rhodes Bros.’ Department Store al Court The Merchants’ Protective Association Mise Allen Beattie

Salome dancer Mary Garden shocks Proessional Women’s league

Bijou Fernandez describes Mary Garden’s Salome dance at a league reception as sensational with a plunging back and daring bodice. About 3800 members and guests attended the league’s 16th birthday celebration last night.

New York U. P Bijou Fernandez Mary Garden Women's League League

Merger Question Dies in Senate Judiciary Committee

The Senate Judiciary Committee reported a measure on the proposed inquiry into the Tennessee Coal merger. No action will be taken in Washington on the matter at this time as key issues are debated.

Senate Senate Judiciary Committee Tennesseron Coal Company United Biatoe Brealh Washington

Angry Woman Cane Incident Shocks Greenie District

A reportedly furious Mrs. W. F. of North 65th Street disciplined L. Evett Brett with a cane in a Greenie district office after an alleged familiar advance. Bohringer intervened to free Brett's grip on a broom handle. Evett apologized and promised not to speak to the woman again.

Greenie W. F North L. BE T & Drake W. FP. Bohringer Bohringer Bret Brett Areva Dohringer Mr. Evett Behringer Evett

Fifteen Thousand Visit A Y P Grounds Exposition Day

The A Y P exposition drew about 15 000 visitors despite a 5 cent entrance fee in the afternoon. Director A D Wood of exploitation noted the steady turnout as attendees crowded the grounds before the formal opening.

de A. Wood

Poor Roads In King County Cause Muddy Mishap

The King County White River Valley Go association notes poor roads near Orillia and Pos, as the party to Seattle plans meeting. Frank Turner of the Kite River Grange doubts state aid repeal will pass. A convoy touring the area overturned near Pos and Orilila, with Walking of Kittitas knocked into mud.

Ee Roude Kinty White River Valley Go Association Frank Terner Manter Kite River Grange Mamue Seattle Pery O'Brien Orilile Pos Orilila Alkine Kittitas King County

Thieves Enter Home While Owner Is Out

While Mrs. A. Hoskins was away from her home at 1910 East Kit, a burglar forced entry last night and carried off a rain coat eight dollars in cash a gold water and en check for twenty four dollars sixty cents and two news in favor of Mrs Moakine for one hundred eight dollars each

A. Hoskins East K #t Arrance

Policemen Switch Shifts Today in City Patrols

The morning watch moves to the area of Captain D P Willard with Sergeants Peer and Searing as roundamen. Second patrol shifts to Captain Alex MacDonald with Ser Rannick Kent and Bryant as roundamen. The night patrol under Captain W F Loubacher includes Sergeants Hadeen Dolphin Stuart Carr and Wilkes. Booking will be handled by Books Sergeant J W Smith, aided by Clerk DuCett and Operator Jackson.

Hadeen Dolphin Stuart Carr Wilkes J. W. Smith DuCett Jackson

Manheld on Serious Charge Against Ka-Velladaio Worker

John Jaset a Umber worker from Ka Velladaio is held on a serious charge after Deputy Aheritt Starwieh arrested him today. The complaint, filed by Wileke, alleges a disturbing incident involving a family member and a 12 year old daughter, with details unresolved.

John Jaset Ka- Velladaio Aheritt Starwieh Wileke Dave Ands Jaget Cemeret Rere Odnault Beara

Education code tightens discipline for delinquent youths

Olympia March 1 The education code would require expelled public school students to appear before the juvenile court and possibly be committed to the state training school if the offense merits punishment. The bill has passed the senate and likely faces swift action in the house.

Olympia Senate

Benson Joins Oregon as Third Governor in Three Days

Benson became Oregon’s chief executive after taking the oath this morning following a rapid sequence of governors. Governor Shelton served briefly after Governor Berlain, and Chief Justice Moore administered the oath with state officials present.

Benson Oregon Salem Ore U. P Berlain C. B. Shelton Shelton F. W Moore Supreme Court State House

Hip the Elephant Promotes The Star sale

The Star features Hip the elephant the world’s smallest trained elephant will sell papers tomorrow afternoon at First Avenue and Madison. Hip will hand readers a copy and make change with trainer’s help. Proceeds support The Star and entertain children at the Star theatre.

Hip First Madison Star Theatre Star

Probe Scandal at Bellingham Normal School

Acting Governor Hay orders a full state probe into the Bellingham Normal School scandal. Charges allege Dr. B. T. Mathes, principal, is incompetent and misused state funds. Assistant Attorney General von Tanner will attend the March 6 investigation by the board of trustees in Bellingham.

Bellingham U. P Hay Bellingham Normal School B. T. Mathes The Normal von Tanner Board of Trustees

Subway Franchise Revival Faces City Council Objections

City council committee to consider reviving the Noody Dudley subway franchise with J. M. Sparkman set as chair next week. Officials including A. V. Bouillon oppose the plan, citing safeguards and city interests. Mayor Miller would review any passage of the ordinance amid Bouillon’s warnings. Also New York customs tightens checks after a Purser’s attempt to smuggle Chinese passengers aboard the Atlas line.

City Corporation J. M. Sparkman A. V. Bouillon Public Utilities Department Frederick Sawyer Houillon New York Pring Bigsmund

Rain Tonight and Tuesday Weather Front Brisk Winds

The forecast calls for rain tonight and Tuesday with brisk winds. South winds shift to southwest as the system moves through, bringing cooler conditions and possible showers across the area.

Eleventh Juror Chosen in Calhoun Bribery Case

In San Francisco on March 1 the eleventh temporary juror for the Calhoun bribery case was selected after exhaustive examination by both sides. The juror was accepted despite defense and prosecution questions.

Apthhr San Francisco Uv. P.pive Nm Trick Calhoun Vene

Man 66 Struggles to Die in Pacific Hospital

Christian Noll, a Seattle city patient of 66, is allegedly torturing himself to death after surviving multiple suicide attempts. He arrived February 14 after a fall from a Seattle hotel window, leaving him with broken bones. Despite doctors resetting the wounds, he wriggles free the bandages and worsens his condition. Police believe he is a German pensioner with ties to Alaska. relatives are unknown.

Christian Noll Pacific Hospital Noll Seattle Shall F. 8 Bourns Hospital Autho Nell Rb Styx Alaska Germany

Abandoned Horse Euthanized After Starvation Plight

Humane Officer John Vaupell at Foster Yeaten reported an abandoned horse left to starve, weak in mud. Neighbors said the animal had been given food and shelter by rancher Tom Clark during haying season, but the horse could not be saved and was put down with a pistol.

Hnamane John Vaupell Foster Yeate Tom Clark Vaupellveste

WANTED FOR EMBEZZLEMENT IN MINNEAPOLIS

Tianas J. Flaherty, a collector at the John Gund Brewing Co. in Minneapolis, left the city last February. He was arrested by Alty Detectives Charles Pilipsoa and James Byrne on telegraph advice from Oriniele and Sheriff at Stockston. Flaherty faces embezzlement charges, showing no knowledge of the accusation, and was placed in jail on Second Avenue and James Street.

Tianas J. Flaherty John Gund Brewing Company Minneapolis

Little Girl Escapes Death in Narrow Automobile Crash

The daughter of MH Maples of Fairview survived a thrilling near miss Tuesday when her father's team vanished from sight. A faulty wheel and broken axle led to a terrifying incident as the girl clung to a steering key and narrowly avoided serious harm.

MH. P. Maples Fairview Seree Key Sven WU Fon

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