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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1909

Page

7

Forger Breaks Down in Court Amid Sentencing Inquiry

David Owens arraigned before Judge Prater in Pittsburg charged with forgery. He wept as he answered questions, claiming no attorney, and revealed his parents were dead. A plea of guilty led to a commuted sentence of eight months in county jail instead of 1-14 years.

David Owens Qourt Prater Pittsburg Frater Owens Woba Uty Murphy Atx Montha

Boycott Pressure Across German Occupied Shanghai

March 2. By U P the provost report a German products boycott threatens native trade in Shang Tung following German occupation authorities coercing locals. Chinese officials fear coercion to buy German goods and call for trade guides to resist and defend native commerce.

Gill denies fraud in hotel license case

An acting FP Gh stated no fraud occurred regarding the hotel license in question. Poe Miller reportedly faced removal from the facility as part of the discussions about the license, with residents and council members noting the event at the hotel in the district.

Mayer Henee Secrentee Galoun Poe Miller Prisieg Dietriet

Phisney Avenue Improvement Club Honors Roosevelts Oath Event

The Phisney Avenue Improvement Club adopted resolutions honoring President Roosevelts retirement and William Hewatt who will take the oath. Every whistle, large and small, will be blown at the Say of taking the oath, the club voted unanimously.

Phisney Avenue Improvement ‘Club Roosevett Wiliam Hewatt Tanimous

Enthusiastic Poodle at Pier Inspires Morning Scene

A lively poodle creates a chaotic scene at the pier during a morning departure from the steamer. The dog, unrestrained, draws curious attention while bystanders and a few travelers react to the commotion as the vessel prepares to sail.

Aftier Derby

Iclerks Dance Tonight at Laher Temple

An event described as a clerks dance at Laher Temple will take place tonight with activities organized by the Retail Clerks association. The local lodge of the clerks chapter is promoting the gathering and it will feature socializing and entertainment for attendees.

Iclerks Laher Temple Association Local No Co. Wi

Local Meeting Votes on Vaccination Plan and Code

A local assembly discussed a compulsory vaccination revision with several members voting against the code. The morning session included a somber moment as Willis and others attended a burial, with a half-day meeting concluding by Tuesday.

Vanson King Morris Thiteton Willis

City Council Delays Boulevard Proposal Amid Protests

Five years of waiting culminate in an ordinance to authorize a project on a boulevard. The council faced strong public protest from numerous residents against the boulevard plan.

Cough Remedy Promoted With Glycerine Pine and Whisky

An old recipe touts two ounces glycerine one ounce pine essence four and one half pints of whisky. Shake and take a teaspoonful every hour claiming to break a cold in forty four hours and cure any curable cough with the genuine pine compound guaranteed by a Cincinnati chemical company.

Pituggist Ad Chemical Co Cincinnati

Building Permits Rise in Seattle Totals for Month

Seattle issued 1,022 building permits this month with a total outlay of 1,162,165 dollars. This compares with 909 permits and 642,580 dollars last February. Since January 1, 1908, 1,959 permits have been issued, totaling 5,225,085 dollars, while the late last year period saw 1,815 permits valued at 1,091,575 dollars.

Seattle

Import Real Missouri Long Eared Mules For City Wagons

City officials discuss purchasing Missouri long-eared mules for water wagons. Superintendent Maloney and Superintendent Metones emphasize regional origin, weight limit of 1 496 pounds, and cost considerations to maintain dignity for the service.

Missouri Misaouri Maloney Glhonming Department Rant Mperimendernt Reibling md Trust Wiftetal Ter

Court Finds Westberg Caused His Own Death

A court ruled that Westberg caused his fatality by voluntary acts after being struck by a vehicle driven by John A Weather. The case, brought by Altice Westhers against Beattie Miedric Company for 205 006 damages, arose from Weather’s Lake Unton incident on a September day. Weather stopped suddenly with an umbrella, making the crash unavoidable.

Altice Westhers Beattie Miedric John A. Weathere Jurge Hoyd J. Tallman Weether

Passengers Slightly Scared on Troubled Steamship Trip

During a morning voyage across the sound to Bremerton the steamer Tourlast broke anchors and listed briefly. Passengers endured a shaky ride as repairs were arranged, causing a layover of several hours before the journey resumed.

Breamerton Bremer

Direct Primary Law Faces Governor in Idaho Vote

Idaho reports the direct primary bill has cleared both Senate and House after tense opposition and threats, awaiting Governor Bradys signature. supporters hailed the outcome as a triumph.

Idaho U. P Senate House Jhrady

Exposition Praise Noted in Special Publication

A special number of the Herald contains write ups on the exposition. It has received favorable reviews. Numerous articles by exposition officials appear in the issue. The paper credits the publishers for the coverage.

Forger Wallace Fielding Sentenced in Green Lake Deed Case

Wallace Fielding was yesterday sentenced to the penitentiary for a term of one to fourteen years after being convicted of forging deeds to Green Lake property. He was arrested in Bastlake City on a similar charge and held for court.

Wallace Fielding Green Lake Elding War Bastlake City

Adapt Bertilel System Adopted in City Budget

The city council approved an ordinance allocating 600 to adopt the Bertillen system of identification and measurement of criminals in the local police department.

Social Club Formed by Youths at Woodland Home

A social club organized by the time and boys of Hows met at 4918 Woodland Ave Sunday evening. All officers were elected and lunch was served to members by Mrs Sotputt after the meeting.

Hows Mere Sochetl Woodland Ce Mra. Sotputt

Hayes declares innocence as judge sentences him to life

James Butler known as Abe Hayes testified that Deputy Sheriff Matt Starwich conspired in sending an innocent man to prison. Hayes received a life term after pleading he aided a friend in a bank hold up attempt at the Jug Saloon near Green River Hot Springs, injuring bartender Shields during the fight.

Matt Starwich Abe” Hayes James Butler Hases

Harriman Plans Inspection Tour Domestic to New York

HH Harriman left San Antonio for a brief inspection tour through Mexico with a return by California and voyage to New York expected within two weeks. He is enjoying his outing and appears in excellent health.

San Antonio Tex U. Poe HH. Harriman California New York

Local briefs on city officials and aids in April sessions

Attorney from the city is reported removed from his post after an operation at Minor hospital for appendicitis. The Armory for Conventions project and new municipal building plans dominate the meeting agenda.

Randall Ortia Hamilten national —_ armory Senaheniak Fourth Ar Wester Way

Peter McAleer Still Missing After Tunnel Cave-In

Coroner and investigators search for Peter McAleer who vanished the morning a North Trunk sewer tunnel collapsed killing workers Duncan Robertson and August Stan Kel. McAleer, a laborer from Brooklyn, had been staying with Robertson’s mother and left home that morning. his fate remains unknown while others perished beneath the wreckage.

Peter McAleer Snyder Duncan Robertson Stan Kel McAller M Costa Robertson Ay. N

Lake Washington Canal case on trial today

Judge W. W. Huneke in Spokane hears the Lake Washington Canal case against King county commissioners. The suit seeks to force approval of the Poke Worthington canal tax roll prepared by a special tax commission. Representing Judge Burke there today are Preston Green Myers and Corwin Bhank. county commissioners are represented by Powell Brooner McKay and Oilman.

Lake Washington Canal W. W. Huneke Spokane Thomas Burke Beattie Trendanus King County ‘Commissioners Worthington Canal Hanford Hurke County Commission Feason Afesson Kenneth Mackintosh Sime Wee King County Mackintosh Murke Marold Preston Roger & Green Hap, Myers

Cooper Case Nears End In Carmack Murder Trial

In Nashville Tennessee March 2 defense lawyers for Colonel Duncan Cooper, Robin Cooper, and John D. Sharpe announced after three witnesses the defense would rest. Dr. Thompson testified Carmack's movements before the shooting, while Gen. Tully Brown corroborated that he was at the state adjutant general's office.

Cetoney Oo Ee Lone Cooper Carmack Hrad

Rivers and Harbors Bill Agreement Reached in Congress

Washington March 2. After a long session, conferees reach an agreement on the rivers and harbors appropriation bill. House representatives accept provisions for 20 surveys costing $100,000 added to the bill by the Senate.

Washington U. P Representatives House Senate

Awards contract for cluster lights on Secondary line

The board of public works awarded the cluster lights contract from Yeeler way to Virginiae at Seconday. Division 1 went to Charlies F. McDonald for 26006.26, Division 2 to Meacham & Keook for 641.96, with Olympic Foundry handling remaining work.

Board of Public Works Today Yeeler Way Virainie At Tn Actions Charlies F. McDonald Pteen Meacham & Keook Olympic Foundry

East Road決 Decision on East Side Route

County commissioners vote to pass a resolution favoring construction of the Orillia Kent county road on the east side of the railroad tracks. For over a year the measure has been under review with conditions to require residents living nearby to post $6,000 in bailant to fund the project.

Orillia Kent County

Chamber Asked to Influence Harbor Bill Passage

The Chamber of Commerce was urged to influence support for two Senate bills authorizing $250 000 from Lake Union residue and policemen shore lands funds for harbor improvements. J A Brace proposed a statement with data on canal construction and anticipated benefits and changes upon completion.

Chamber of Commerce Senate Lake Union J. &. Brace

Taxicabs Arrive for Downtown Rides with New York Quality

A newly arrived fleet of taxicabs from New York debuts in downtown streets. The gleaming vehicles, gilded lettering, and polished interiors promise safer rides for passengers worried about rides in older wagons.

Roosevelt approves retirement for Captain Hutchinson

President Roosevelt accepts the Navy secretary recommendation and approves Captain Hamilton Hutchinson for voluntary retirement due to nervous collapse from the strain of the world cruise. The move is part of ongoing naval leadership decisions in Washington.

Gaiem Ore Tlov Benson House Washington Newberry Roosevelt Hamilton Hutchinson Nashville Cooper Wash Sandia Ind Matt Subsidy Moon Tennes de Vgn Treasury Roosevelit Geetefery Navy Frank Evans Evans

Woman Charged With Forging Signature On Check

A woman was arrested and charged after a Star publication revealed a forged signature on a check drawn to Henry J. Dell. The alleged forger used the name George O. Nm, with authorities reporting the case involves May Gecistan and associates Eckhart Theta and Radte Wume. The incident followed a letter from eA. Net to The Star triggering police action.

Brubley Gowely Eckhart Ea. Net George Henry J. Dell Tex

Ejectment Sought for Thumber Mill Near Yacht Club

The board of public works faced a request from the Yacht Club to eject proprietors of a thumber mill on end of Georgia Street in the West teat area. The club, on a wager lease, donated 1700 dollars to build a club hall for visiting yachtsmen this year. A lumber yard now occupies the street allegedly without legal right, and the matter will be taken to the corporation counsel.

Reyaidle T*ommenetal Tinight Hinportascren Clarke Dawson Joseph A Marke Grieve Beattie Mr. Clarke Yukon Alberta Cook Met Beatie St. Pew Beattle Fiebing Wessela Heeete Strait van Dixon State Department W L. Jones Mum Chamber of Commerce Board of Public Works Georgia Corpotration Counmel

Vintage Laundry Mainsprings Special Deals Highlighted

A sale page lists folding benches and wringers including a Gem folding bench wringer for 4.25 with 10 inch rolls, a Virginia single wash board 20 cents, Hudson folding clothes drier for 5.5, various wash boilers and wringers, mop and handle 60 cents, Keystone wringer 3.95, galvanized tub 65 cents, ironing boards 65 cents, willow baskets, 25c sleeves board, Columbia wringer 2.55, folding wash bench 95 cents, galvanized pail 13 cents, hardwood towel arm 5 cents, and Ocean Wave washing machine 7.85.

GEM Roning Columbia Wringer American Wringer Company Ocean Wave

China and Glassware Special Sale Items

A barement sale room offers a wide assortment of china and glassware. Highlights include a seven piece Austrian china fruit or salad set with a large bowl and six small saucers, pink rose border, and covered dishes with scroll designs.

Rockingham

Great Picture Now at the Bon Marche Exhibit

A new canvas by Prana A. Londani titled Crucifixion is on display at the Bon Marche. The artist claims it rivals Monenesky in realism, depicting Christ on the cross with Magdalene, John, two thieves, a Roman sentry, and a crowd of spectators in the background.

Bon Marche Lune Naen- Portal Prana A. Londani Seefhe Monenesky Christ Canan Magdalene John

Want A Restaurant Or Store See Page Six

Brief notation directs readers to page six for a want ad about a restaurant or store listing. The fragment provides minimal specifics while indicating location or offerings to be found on the referenced page.

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