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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1908
Page
3
In a city meeting presided by Judge Wood, Cotterill and Mayor Moore praised Chief Wappenstein. Moore claimed full responsibility for acts during his administration, defending police authority and denouncing criticism as misdirected at Republican leaders.
Whitham pursues the Black Hand Mafia linked to a mining town incident on February 24. Two captives in the county jail are named as members of the extortion group. Attorney V plans to depart Travesti aza table amid state case details.
The funeral for Mrs Olivia Blet tengren was held from the residence at 2343 North Broadway at 2 o'clock this afternoon. The burial followed at Lake View Cemetery.
The Seattle Ministerial Association meets at the Y M C A to appoint a three member obituary committee for Rev Parsons. The panel includes Rev J M Wilson as chair, Father Cairns and Dr John O Foster. Foster from Puget Sound University delivered a lecture on How Our Bible Is Made with old manuscript copies. Dr B L Whitman newly installed First Baptist pastor spoke on The New Opportunity in China Among the Missions sharing experiences from his China trip.
The liner Minnesota departed for the Orient at 12 40 P M carrying notable travelers including William Roeckhill United States minister for China and his wife and mother in law Mrs J D Perkins. Hunter Sharp American consul general at Kobe sails with Mrs Sharp and their three children. Several groups of eastern tourists undertake the round trip for pleasure.
The Grote Rankin Company advertises a first of month clearance sale of lace curtains. Odd pairs from last month’s stock are offered at unusually low prices, including Nottingham designs, English Net, Arabian Lacet, French Panel, and Ivory Point varieties. Limited quantities remain for each pattern, with many pairs discounted below regular prices.
A. Crome and Wesley Mason were beaten and robbed at the Golden West Haking company barn on the waterfront. Mason was arrested as a robbery suspect after the incident. Crome was pistol whipped and robbed of 160 dollars, Mason of 80, though police say Mason was not robbed and knows more than he admits.
Hopelessly insane Alex Lamore, who in October shot at F. Morrison, a Puget Sound Electric conductor, was sent to the Steilacoom asylum. The assault with intent to kill charge was withdrawn on motion, and no trial will occur. Lamore boarded a Renton car at Occidental Avenue terminal, pulled a revolver, and wounded Morrison in the attempt.
United Press reports the Sunday closing campaign begins with 32 complaints against open businesses in Spokane including a morning paper and theatres. Jewish storekeepers once arrested by the Clerks' union face warrants to be renewed this afternoon.
The steamer Coome on the New York to Porto Rico line ran aground at Fire Island in dense fog. It carries 199 passengers and a crew of 50. Officials believe it may refloat safely if wind remains light.
A stranger asked PY. KE. Paulson to cash two forged checks totaling 22.50 indorsed J. T. Armstrong. The man also sent a forged letter claiming to be from J. T. Armstrong and a wine order. Armstrong admitted the checks and letter were forgeries and turned them over to police.
Thousands filed past the coffin of Father Leo Henrichs at St Bonaventura in Paterson after his Denver murder by anarchist Alla. The funeral mass was led by Father Hake with eulogy by Father Mc Nulty as Archbishop O Connor of New York presided.
Preparations have been made by most shingle manufacturers to resume operations in a few days. A low market demand is noted, with some millmen seeking a full restart by April 10 and others opposing a shutdown. A convention in Tacoma is attended by manufacturers on pause.
Cincinnati tale of Mia Warren who, after four months in hospital with pneumonia linked lung trouble, throws herself between a street car and husband Frank D. Warren. The car severs her legs while she drifts toward unconsciousness, asking only How is Frank. The city mourns her sacrifice as heroic.
Rumors say Germany will press for the release of Edward Vin a German newspaper correspondent held in Minsk Russia. Germany may also demand indemnity and punishment for his prosecutors amid rising tensions between the two nations.
A rich gold strike was announced today from a site four miles south of Dalfura, about 30 miles from San Diego. The discovery occurred during the last two weeks and was disclosed by United Press from San Diego.
Commander W. Lima testified before the Senate Investigating Committee, condemning current U S Navy construction methods. He called the open ammunition bodega a grave danger and said marksmanship at Santage was disgraceful. He urged reforms to improve readiness and safety.
Miss Idal L. Lewis lived at the Lime Rock lighthouse for 50 years and, for 28 years, led the light service. She personally saved 18 lives and earned many bravery medals. She is 68 years old and received Adm Cappe’s attendance during Lime testimony.
In Banta Clara California on March 2 county probation officer Frank Shafter fatally shot John Ivancovich a wealthy trot owner as he moved in a street confrontation. The incident left Ivancovich dead at the scene and authorities investigation underway.
County warrants cashed under the $1.5 million bond issue total about $1.2 million with another $600,000 withdrawn today. County Treasurer Gormley expects the second call to be disposed of in days, aside from a small portion delayed or possibly never redeemed. Bonds go to local banks. banks return bond equivalents to purchasers as warrants are redeemed.
J M Sparkman ends campaign in the Eighth ward and receives strong Republican support. He has lived 26 years in Seattle with major holdings there and outlines policy to inform voters, predicting his victory.
In Judge Frater’s court Harrison Bostwick of Humphries and Bostwick was charged with assault and battery by fellow attorney M H Cushing after a tirade over evidence in a titeland case. The incident ended with Cushing filing a complaint and retrieving a new hat.
A scanned price list shows Chinook salmon at two pounds for two dollars and various items on sale or quoted today. Pigs heads four per pound. artichokes four for 25 cents. dried onions six and a half pounds for two dollars. preserved berries ten cents per quart. Apples, onions, potatoes, beans, nuts, citrus, greens, and seafood are itemized with numerous per unit or per pound quotes.
David R. Porter of the Y M C A addressed the 166 delegates aged 14 to 17 at the farewell meeting. The first annual convention of Y M C A boys from the state and British Columbia concluded after devotional services and morning church attendance at the First Presbyterian Church.
A hotel in Marcola on the Mohawk branch of the Southern Pacific 17 miles northeast of Eugene burned shortly after midnight. Guests fled in night clothes as the blaze grew, and locals supplied clothing to prevent suffering amid the cold.
Shorrock of the committee urging adoption of amendment 11 releasing tighter saloon limits issued a morning statement. He calls for a large majority to show public sentiment and invites supporters to visit the committee office at 416 Bailey building.
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