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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1908

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Mackintosh Exits Thompson Case as Supreme Court Appea l Looms

In a turbulent hearing Judge Snell weighs Graves law versus old insanity statute. Thompson says Mackintosh should represent the state while paths to Tacoma or Walla Walla are debated. Outcome hinges on Supreme Court ruling and Chester Thomp son’s fate pending appeal.

Will H. Thompson Chester Thompse Beer Boel Vierce Thompson Lexi King County Mackintosh Snell Meekir Graves Caile Bere Supreme Court Tacoma Rowland Pierce County Walla Walla

Divorce Scandal Aims for Open Court Hearing

Mrs. Aurel Hatony Burke Roche files a total divorce suit against Sven Roche in Seattle court. The action names Frank K. Sturgis and others as respondents with several described by initials or description. Counsel Edward Alexander requests an open hearing as Judge Batonyi, noted for last year's Seattle horse show, is involved.

United Press Aurel Hatony Burke Roche Gachtan Sven Rae Haten Frank K. Sturgis The Jockey Club Sturgis Edward Alexander Hatenyi Batonyi Seattle

Admiral Dewey Invited to Puget Sound Reception

A United Press report from Washington says Senator Ate keny forwarded a letter inviting Admiral Dewey to visit Washington state during a Pacific Fleet stay. Dewey replied he would be thankful for the invitation and hopes to attend the grand reception arranged by the local people and navy.

United Press Washington, MC Admiral Dewey Puget Sound Atekeny Washington State Pacific

Edward Cudihee Named as Chief of Police Candidate

Edward Cudihee, former Seattle police member and King County sheriff, is the pre choice of Mayor elect Miller for chief of police. Supporters reportedly traded influence with Judge Miller to secure his appointment, with Cudihee seen as acceptable to liberal elements and likely to be a strict, sanctioned leader.

Edward Cudihee Seattle King Miller Cudihee Moore King County Olfyned Cudl Cudithee

Johnson Endorsed by Minnesota Democratic Committee

March 6. Guy Johnson of Minnesota was endorsed for the presidency in resolutions by the state Democratic committee. The committee urged the governor to enter the race.

RT. Paul Guy Johnson Minnesota Democratic State Committee

City contends Riplinger did not rob Seattle

The city of Seattle fights a suit against Stirrat and Goetz over a 400 bond payment Kiplinger allegedly diverted. It argues the money never reached the city and thus was not stolen by the former comptroller, while confronting extraneous charges about city oversight.

John Kiplinger Ecity City of Seattle Stirrat & Goets Kiplinger Stirrat & Goetz Riplinger Tis United States Supreme Court Paner Bondlemen Frank Paul Will H. Parry

Veiled threats against Roosevelt spark fear amid anarchist tensions

Chicago reports reveal Emma Goldman writings blamed for inciting clash with authorities over Roosevelt threats. Police monitor Goldman and possible demonstrations while canvassing for copies of her Inner Circle article. The era’s anti anarchist sentiment intensifies as detectives pursue leads and potential arrests.

Star Special Service Chicago Roosevelt Emma Goldman Emma Ee Haymarket Rivta Shippy Red Mies Goldman

Floods threaten Wabash and Joliette areas in March deluge

Heavy rains melt snow causing the most serious floods in Wabash with tied up traffic, closed factories, and flooded low lands. Joliette faces submersion of rail yards and shops with major industries at risk if waters rise further.

Wabash Lad Jolart Lis Joliette Bigin, Jolet and Eastern East Joliet

Jealousy Suspected After Fatal Japanese Couple Shooting

A mysterious early morning shooting leaves Kiichi Makamura and Mrs. Fano Kuwabara dead. Makamura, wielding a pistol, killed Mrs. Kuwabara in their bedroom as Kuwabara shielded herself with the bedclothes before he turned the gun on himself. Officials say jealousy is suspected as the motive.

Kiichi Makamura Fano Kuwabara Makamura Kuwabara

There Will Be a Hot Time in Tacoma Tonight

Mayor Charles Drury faces a crowded theatre meeting as his supporters confront opponent Wright. Drury accuses Wright of dishonesty in a paving contract while Wright vows to present his defense to the audience. Police may be asked to maintain order if deputies intervene.

Tacoma United Press Charles Drury Etty Drury Wright Craft

Bringhurst to Inspect Outlying Schools Today

Chief Bringhurst with Fire Marshal Kellogg and Chief A J Runge of Grand Forks N D visits the city to inspect several outlying schools and plans to visit them all before the inspection ends. The fire chief says if there are problems the city school is on alert and will be addressed promptly.

PeRwen Leleve Bringhurst Kellogg A. J. Runge Grand Forks N. D

Fire safety survey eyed for city buildings

Drill leader Mr Bringhurst surveys building condition and fire safety. He notes focus on heating plants and exits, stating confidence that all structures are safe at present.

Smallpox Rages in Kobe and Hong Kong Ports

Pacific liner Numantia reports malignant smallpox outbreak as it docked in Portland. Officers say Kobe saw up to 100 Japanese natives dying daily while the ship was at port. The voyage altered its return route due to the epidemic.

Portland Ore Pacific

Marshal is fatally shot during attempted post office arrest

Pritehan Colorado March 6. Marshal Lermont Ellis was shot while trying to arrest three robbers attempting to enter the post office. He was rushed to Denver on a special train but died at Unstan station.

United Press Prightan Colo Marshal Lermont Ellis Denver Unstan

Miller Succeeds Vanderveer in City Post

John F. Miller the mayor elect on the Republican ticket resigned as principal assistant to Prosecuting Attorney Mackintosh after election returns showed Miller won. Epras F. Vanderveer will be pro thoted to Miller's former post, while John H. Perry remains in the office awaiting a permanent position. Miller will serve as city prosecutor for the next two years after three years as principal assistant.

John F. Miller Mackinton Miller Epras F. Vanderveer Ud John H. Perry Mr. Miller Risuror Hav Ee Mackintosh

Purcell Suit Near Settlement as Divorce Case Ends

Frank Purcell, head of Purcell Safe, aims to settle his divorce dispute with Mary P Purcell and Martha Van de Vanter without court appearance. Attorneys expect stipulation dismissal after Purcell’s business trip, ending the Boston marriage controversy and property terms.

Frank Purcell Purcell Safe Company Martha van de Vanter Mary P. Purcell Boston Boston Life van de Vanter Portland Potr Part Ireland Bowton

First Linwood disaster funerals held for children

The first funeral of children who died in the Linwood disaster took place in Cleveland today. Maps for the dead will be said in St Joseph's church tomorrow, with Monday memorial services in Protestant churches. Several bodies have been taken to other towns for burial.

Cleveland Ohio Collinwood St. Joseph's Church

House Orders Investigation Into Electric Boat Corruption Charges

The House adopted the rules committee report on March 6 recommending an investigation of alleged corrupt practices by Electric Boat Co in securing favorable submarine procurement legislation. A Special Committee was appointed to conduct the inquiry.

Washington House Rules Committee Electric Boat Co

Taft Loses Nevada Endorsement Fight

Reno dispatch reports Taft lose control of Nevada endorsement as L M Blakeslee returns from a state tour with proxies to control the primaries. Blakeslee, a Southern Pacific agent and anti Taft advocate, aimed to assemble delegations to beat Taft, while George Springer leads a Taft counter campaign.

Reno Nev Taft Nevada L. M. Blakeslee State Cent Committee Blakeslee Hle George Springmeyer Blakesee

Blizzard cripples region as two dead and eight inches fall

A severe blizzard sweeping the East leaves two dead and three seriously hurt in Minneapolis as eight inches of snow pile up and traffic grinds to a halt. In Washington state J H Jahn, Spokane real estate man, killed Jesse Price in Darrington after a long dispute with links to a Pittsburg mining firm. Price’s body is to be shipped to Pittsburg for burial amid a post-mortem. Jahn and his wife face mental strain and injury assessments.

Minneapolis Minn United Press Everett J. H. Jahn Spokane Seattle Jesse Price Darrington John Pitteburg Darrington Gold Mountain Mining Company East John W. Js Pittsburge Mountain Mining Company Price Johu Pittsburg Jatin Mra. Jahn

King Edward Travels Incognito Through Paris to Corfu

March 6 dispatches report King Edward of England arriving in Paris on his way to Corfu. He visits President Fallieres under cover as the Duke of Lancaster. Police are guarding the royal party with extra precautions.

Paris Edward of England Corfu Fallieres Duke of Lancaster

Robbery at Austin Residence Sparks Police Clues

Los Angeles police recovered opera glasses and a small amount of silverware from a daylight burglary at the Austin residence on January 21, 1907. Investigators hope the recovered items help identify suspects and recover the remaining valuables. Fifty three pieces of jewelry and silverware were taken as wedding gifts to Mr and Mrs Austin, with the culprits fleeing.

Los Angeles Austin

City Faces Recondemnation of Cedar River Right of Way

The city may be forced to condemn again portions of the Cedar river pipeline right of way after a judge’s decision last week in a suit brought by L. A. Gassaway. Other suits over the right of way continue, with tax certificates foreclosures affecting ownership and future condemnation possible as land values have risen.

Supreme Court Cedar River Tallman L. A. Gassaway

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