08 Mar 1915
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1915
Page
1
A fragmentary satirical piece notes a narrow margin and a crowd backing the governor with strong language. It mocks a reluctant ally who stays friendly only while pursuing a selfish aim, addressing the governor directly.
The author scolds Governor Ernest Lister for trusting employers and union leaders who opposed the first aid for injured workers while proposing a new commission to draft an equitable bill. They warn promises from selfish interests repeat history as earlier governors faced similar setups.
The column surveys a collage of items from police warnings to social events. Chief Lang orders mugshots for all on the force at a March 12 dance, while burglaries and thefts figure in. A university play, weddings, a coin heist, and political jests pepper the page with community life.
Texas Guinan kisses a string of men in the Moore theatre production The Whirl of the World while a mayoral aide claims a moral lapse. The scene prompts quips about youth and romance as patrons witness a bold backstage moment amid a lively but lightweight revue. A burglary at the Anderson Supply Co. followed, with $1,000 in goods stolen.
Harry K. Thaw prepares to testify in his own defense as he faces the insanity charge in a conspiracy case connected to an escape plan from Matteawan. Deputy Attorney General Kennedy will seek to prove Thaw sane. Thaw's mother and relatives attend as court crowds gather.
A Seattle delegation from the Commercial club Municipal league and other groups traveled to Olympia to urge the governor to veto or modify the bill changing port commission personnel. Speakers included Otto Case Austin Griffiths J M Hawthorne George Walker and John F E Price. telegrams from Fremont Commercial Club and Green Lake Business Men's Club joined protest.
Everett report shows stockholders lost nearly all of 129000 paid to officers and agents amid wine, women, and joyrides. Receiver Clarke notes assets around 26000, books and several agents missing. President Will Lanoing reportedly dissipated funds for personal pleasure. he is located but not financially responsible, leaving stockholders unlikely to recover their investment.
European war developments point to a Turkish conquest and possible Mohammedan expansion beyond the Arabian region as Istanbul faces a likely fall to Anglo French naval action. Abdul Hamid reportedly escaped confinement and vows a coup, while bombardment of Dardanelles forts injures a French cruiser and a British vessel.
March 8 report from Olympia says Governor will decide tomorrow evening whether to veto the jitney bus bill. The measure requires a 2500 dollar surety bond. Jitney men attorney Hugh C Todd argues bonds jeopardize jitneys. Seattle taxicab reps and auto stage owner support the bill. Senate approved 29 to 18. veto would need two altered votes to be overridden.
Seattle mayor demands Lang rescind an order for photographing every officer to create a rogues gallery, calling it a costly deviation. He also rebukes Lang for arresting J M Davis without a warrant, reiterating no nighttime arrests for Seattle residents in misdemeanor cases and urges consultation before future actions.
La Touraine was 100 miles west of the English Channel when fire threats prompted concern. By Sunday the blaze was controlled and the liner proceeded under its own steam toward the French coast with the vessel moving slowly previously.
Long Beach authorities report Earl Daugherty, a local aviator, nosedives during a trial flight on March 8 but escapes serious injury. He remained conscious and was treated for minor injuries at a nearby hospital. The incident prompted an investigation into clearance and weather conditions.
Olympia March 8 A motion by Senator Howard Taylor halted consideration of the state employment bureau bill. The move, rarely used and not debatable, effectively kills the measure as the senate has limited remaining time to house bills. The bill aimed to substitute public workers for private agencies under prior Initiative law.
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