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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1906

Page

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Six Hundred Moros Killed in Big Battle

General Wood reports a major engagement at Jolo lasting from afternoon until morning. About 680 Moros died, 16 Army enlisted men killed, 32 wounded. Navy three dead, several wounded. Constabulary losses include three killed and one wounded. Wood commends soldiers, naval and constabulary forces.

Ngton Leonard Wood Wood Alles Army Tyree Rivera Slight Cordon Johnson Serious Ernest B. Aghewa Wylie T. Conway Navy Wilted D Cook Constabulary

Indictments In Caldwell Murder Case Against Miners

In Caldwell Idaho Moyer Haywood and Pettibone of the Western Federation of Miners were arraigned with indictments charging murder of ex Governor Brennenberg Steunenberg. Bach indicted on three counts for personally firing a bomb. no conspiracy alleged. Witness list includes Marty Orchard and law officers. Defense set to March 16 to file motions. judge Frank Smith presiding.

Caldwell Idaho Moyer, Haywood and Pettibone Western Federation of Miners Brennenberg Bach Steunenberg Marty Orchard Swain

Kershaw to Work for Glory Amid Fish Commission Battle

Special to The Star NGHAM March reports say Kershaw will accept salary from the republican fund while remaining in office. Griffin and Riseland backers press to appoint John L. Riseland as fish commissioner as governor moves to replace Kershaw. The timing suggests Riseland will wait months before assuming command.

Starngham T. BR Kershaw Griffin Fish Commissioner's Office Pairehtd-Griffin John JL. Riseland Riceland Fish Commissioner's

Mrs Klodt Seeks Alimony Not Divorce in Suits

The court dismissed the separate maintenance action of Fannie Kiodt against M Kiedt after a closed hearing. The case, filed over alleged abandonment and theft by the husband, was not made public. Kiedt, described as a tailor, had lived in California with his wife before he left for Washington.

Fannie Kiodt M. Kiedt Kiedt California Washington

Carnegie Library to Open June 15

The community anticipates the opening of the new Carnegie Library on June 15. Librarian Wil will call a directors meeting next week to determine furniture style. The library will place books for easy access and allocate rooms for students and a new children’s department with improved facilities.

Carnegie MM of Directors Smith

Deputy hunts fugitive Alvin Ballard in $526 fraud case

Deputies and the office pursue Albert A Ballard, wanted for alleged fraud of 526 dollars. He reportedly eluded capture, leaving the city after a two day manhunt, with efforts continuing from early morning until 4 pm. Ballard’s whereabouts and return to home remain unclear.

Albert A Jatrnne Eee Ballard Mugg Hugg Aris Tollifeon

ELOPER ACCUSED OF FORGING FUNDS IN ISLAND FARMER CASE

The report states William Jacobs a farmer and merchant from the island is accused of forging a large sum to the extent of at least 750 dollars. The details involve Jacobs and a city woman and were discussed at the Beattie Commercial Club meeting at Marmaduke's office.

William Jacobs Island Jacobs Beattie Com- Polub J. A. Marmaduke Ior Mead

Carnegie's Idea of Wealth

London March 9 Andrew Carnegie writes that wealth beyond a competence for old age brings no happiness and that millionaires who laugh are rare.

London Andrew Carnegie

German tanker Mendelsohn seeks loan amid revolution threat

Herr Mendelsohn, the German tanker in St Petersburg negotiating a government loan, faces constant menace from revolutionists as unrest grows around him in March.

ST. Petersburg Herr Mendelsohn

Divorces Filed In Superior Court This Morning

Three divorce complaints were filed in the superior court this morning on statutory grounds. Alice Guthrie sues Oliver G Guthrie alleging cruelty and incompatibility of temper. Henry Selgert sues Catherine Selgert on cruelty. Eben Katherine Corbett sues Holand Hudson Corbett for desertion. Funeral details noted for Branley B Hart.

Alice Guthrie Oliver G. Guthrie Henry Selgert Catherine Selgert Eben Katherine Corbett Holand Hudson Corbett

A Chance for Scotty Millionaire Urged to Help Lewiston Family

An unknown philanthropist urges Scotty the Death Valley mining magnate to donate funds to a Lewiston Idaho family. Turley, a miner from Urg han, died yesterday leaving four young children and a grandmother. The caller asks Scotty to contact Main 4092 for Ulara.

Scotty Death Valley Lewiston Idaho Turley Tity Ron Urg Han Ulara

Unclear text about Navy days and March events in Chicago

Fragmentary note discusses Le Bonaparte speaking in Chicago at a republican banquet. Mentions government preparations in China and a three month alarm alternative, with unclear reference to Navy and services.

Chicago le Bonaparte Themerican Republican Bankt China Thomentite

Arrest Attempt Sparks Fear of Trouble on West Coast

Police report an attempted arrest of an Indian leader connected to a theft accusation near the coast. A suspect named Robinson allegedly refused to surrender, prompting fears of further violence and potential clashes as authorities pursue him.

Ria H.C Cox James Roba Eer Heland Legen Clehad Robinson Logan Biess

Economic figures for 1906 to 1965 comparison

Table lists amounts 1906 and 1965 with totals 596 399.74 720 568.67 and a year over year figure 945 631.07. No clear context or entities identified beyond monetary values.

Cleaning Up Laundries Amid Health Inspections

Laundries operated by Chinese proprietors face forced closures as city health officials and inspectors push to clean up dilapidated buildings. Attorneys argue owners cannot rent to others, while some structures will be condemned. Some facilities improve but must stay sanitary, with whitewashing suggested to reduce odors from opium contaminated interiors.

Bir Laudiow Health Board Lampman Star

Powers for Chief of Police in Seattle Combine

Police department factions push Sergeant Mike Powers as sole viable chief candidate to Mayor Elect Moore. The “combine” seeks to replace Chief Delaney, who resisted the scheme, and to install a loyal ally who supported gambling and closed doors in Seattle.

Police Department of Seattle Moore Powers Jack Williame Ed Cudihee Delaney Ballinger Combine

Badly Beaten in Saloon License Revoke and Reopen

A saloon once Franks Place, now Mayle Bar, faced license revocation after a rough incident in which EB Albert and Officer Jacoba were allegedly assaulted. Albert pleaded guilty to breaking a mirror and was fined $650. others claim severe injuries and possible suit against Bruninni brothers who reopened the establishment.

Frank Biechht Avy Virginia Jr EB. Albert Albert Jacoba Crete Hawkins Bruniant Jacobs Bruninni Brothers Gordon Mayle

Monster Petition Drives City District Upgrade Debate

A disputed petition targets the Green Lake district with plans for improvements and double tracking on Lake Loop. The North End election returns show broad support for a mayoral candidate while public opinion on the plan remains unsettled. Separately, a case before Commissioner Kiefer ends with Jennings bound over to the grand jury for $3,000 and Webber for $5,000.

Green Lake Munichip Lake Loop Bell Pat Jennings Kiefer Jennings Webber

Embarrassing Indictment Reaches Insurance Officials

A garbled report indicates H Schively deputy insurance director and the state Insurance Commissioner faced a grand jury indictment in New York. The document ties the officials to the Mutual Reserve Life Insurance Company case, with references to the president and vice presidents and a trip to dine with company officers.

Schively New York Sam H. Nichols Olympia Mutual Reserve Fe New York Insurance Department Missouri Insurance H. Schively Washington Insurance Commissioner Mutual Reserve Life Insurance Company

Senate bans officials from accepting city favors

In Des Moines on March 9 the senate approved a bill prohibiting all public officials from accepting street car, telephone, or telegraph favors.

Des Moines Senate

Seattle Chinese laundries to face thorough cleansing

The Star reports an aggressive action against Sanitary conditions in Seattle Chinese laundries. Unsanitary buildings will be condemned and opium smoking eradicated except in separate premises. The Star and city health officials led by Dr. Ludlow and Inspector Lampman vow arrests for noncompliant laundrymen and a rapid cleanup.

Seattle The Star Board of Health Ludlow Lampman

Star to Probe Chinese Laundries for Sanitary Conditions

The Star plans a complete investigation into Chinese laundries, aiming for a thorough, spasmodic upheaval. The output will assess whether those places are kept clean, sanitary, and properly sheltered from winter elements with canvas coverings.

Explorer Captain Mikkelsen Joins Amundsen on Arctic Quest

Captain Einar Mikkelsen arrived in Seattle from Copenhagen and left for Vancouver to buy an English built wooden steamship outfitted for the voyage under Beattie. The expedition aims to explore the Beaufort Sea west of Banks Island and to study magnetic and meteorologic conditions, with twelve men and two ships meeting on the Mackenzie delta.

Einar Mikkelsen Roald Amundsen North Pole Seattle Copenhagen Vancouver Wash Beatie Mikkelsen Royal Geographical Society, of London American Geographical Society Mackenzie River Mikkel Mackenzie Delta Arctic Sea Bank Beaufort Sea Unk Islands Copenhagen Mariner Ex Pole Wollaston Land

Annual Session of Y M C A Opens in Riverside

Riverside Cal March 9 Two hundred fifty delegates attend the 25th annual convention of the Young Men's Christian Association Officers elected for the ensuing year include President Dr Be E Kelley of San Francisco Vice Presidents G W Marston San Diego J Q Andersen Fresno H Herrick Riverside J Ross Clark Los Angeles Secretary N A Holabaugh Redlands Assistant Secretaries F E B Edson San Francisco T L Caldwell Occidental College Tonight the annual banquet will be held at Glenwood Inn.

Riverside Cal Young Men's Christian Association BE E Kelley San Francisco G. W. Marston San Diego J. Q. Andersen Freano H. Herrick J. Ross Clark Los Angeles N. A. Holabaugh Redlands F. E B. Edson T. L Caldwell Occidental College Glenwood Inn

State Farm Machinery License Declared Unconstitutional

Olympia March 9 The state supreme court today declared unconstitutional the last legislature's act requiring a $300 license from all agents selling farm machinery in this state. The license applies only to articles manufactured outside the state and is held to violate the federal constitution.

Olympia State Supreme Court

Roosevelt nominates officers to brigadier general rank

President Roosevelt named Colonel John W. Bubb of the Twelfth Infantry as a brigadier general and four lieutenant colonels to brigadier generals who will be immediately retired.

Washington, D. C Roosevelt John W. Bubb Twelfth Infantry

Senate to vote on statehood bill this afternoon

In accordance with a senate resolution the statehood bill will be brought to a vote just before adjournment this afternoon. The decision followed a suggestion by Senator Beveridge and is to proceed immediately after the vote on the statehood bill.

Washington, D. C Senate of the United States Beveridge

Hepburn Bill Moves to Finish Unfinished Senate Business

The Hepburn bill will be taken up to address and complete the unfinished Senate business.

Mayoralty Fight Stirs Tacoma Delegation

Tacoma March 9 The latest reports show R L McCormt and E L Salmeon entering the Republican convention with nearly equal pledged votes from attending delegates.

Tacoma R. L. McCormt E L Salmeon Finayor Republi

Gypsies At City Depot Draw Crowd On Morning Visit

A band of eight adults and 29 children attracted attention at the depot today. Twin 11 month old babies wore minimal coverings while locals offered fruit and nuts. The group plans to continue to Whatcom.

Whatcom

Lost check and cash found missing from wallet

A thousand dollar check payable to Kate M. Johnson and drawn on Security Savings Trust of Portland vanished from M. Johnson of 714 Mix. He reports the pocketbook contained the check and money when he reached home and has notified police.

M. Johnson Kate M. Johnson Security Savings Trust Company Portland Ore

Bank Clerks Association Adds Evening Contest in El Hall

The Bank Clerks Association will hold an evening adding contest in El Hall. Special features include short addresses by Judge Thom Burke on Transportation and Dean Condon of the university on Negotiable Papers.

Bank Clerks’ Association Wi el Hall Thom Burke Dean Condon University

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Joro Moron Nit Assassina Steinenberg Frank Smith Tion GLORY Republican Party Carnegie Library Amirr Hii Misceo Emeezzier sTiie Eloper Branley B. Hart James Hart White River Valley Congregational Church Auburn Reva Orlinger Arney Say Fred H. Lysons Mike Powers of Police Department Capt Wil Heattle Attorney Hawkins Monster Petition Council Insurance Department State of Washington the Officers OF Insurance Amundsen American Society Pacific Coast Mayoralty “of
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