Smoot Case Details on Mormon History Source
Andrew Jensen, assistant historian for the Mormon church, testified in the Smoot case about his sources for the lives of the apostles. He stated most information came from church publications and noted Grant was reputed to have two wives. He described distinctions in adultery and said only general church officers needed consent from the first presidency to seek political office as Teasdale’s divorce case proceeds in executive session.
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Scripps News
Axsa’n
Washington, D. C
Andrew Jensen
Mormon Church
Church
Apostle Grant
Grant
West Seattle Ferry Landing Public Nuisance Suit
The city sues to declare the West Seattle ferry landing buildings and wharf a public nuisance over access on Louisiana avenue. Defendants include West Seattle Land and Improvement, Oregon & Washington Navigation, and the City of Seattle. Proceedings unfold before Superior Judge Hell amid ferry service grievances and demand to reform operators.
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West Seattle
Ferry Landing
Louisiana Avenue
Hell
West
Nervine Healing Delicate Nerves and Vitality Restored
A period ad extols Nervine as a remedy for delicate women suffering from nervous strain and fatigue. It claims nervous exhaustion affects daily duties and health, asserting the tonic restores vitality and supports careers, with testimonials of improved health after use. The copy mentions Philadelphia origin and a first bottle failure course.
Judge Leans Toward Ejectment Over Unauthorized Wharf
The defendants are alleged to have never received permission from municipal authorities to build a wharf in the highway. Judge Bell indicated ejectment as the proper remedy. He noted the wharf and buildings did not clearly obstruct travel.
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Bell
Fraud Charge Over Attempted Election Day Vote
Lawrence Smith was arrested on election day for attempting to vote in the First ward while unqualified and today formally charged with attempting to vote fraudulently. Deputy Sheriff Laula Haney swore to the complaint.
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Lawrence Smith
Laula Haney
Shotgun Threat Drives Off Warren Street Burglars
Dr. A C Stoddard and Mrs Stoddard woke to thieves at their front door on Warren avenue and Ward street. The burglars, upon seeing the shotgun pointed through the door, fled quickly. Police were notified later that day.
McCarthys A Mystery In Seattle Jail Cell
Jack McCarthy alias Sayers believed dangerous and well known to police may depart Seattle soon if freed. He is in the city jail after a San Quentin burglary sentence and is to be brought before Justice Cann for trial on burglary tools possession.
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Jack McCarthy
Sayers
Seattle
San Quentin
McCarthy
Justice Cann
Campaign managers discuss the Seattle mayoral outcome
Judge Ballinger receives congratulations and sympathy from supporters who urge him to reform Seattle’s police and morals. They praise his integrity and executive ability and call for radical changes to the police force. The speaker endorses Ballinger regardless of politics and notes approval of the park amendment.
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Hal
Park Board
Republicans Hope Ballinger Victory Unites King County Group
John F. Miller and Ralph Nichols urge unity after Ballinger’s election. They note Republicans carried three Democratic votes and stress repairing splits to restore King County as a political force.
Russia Allows U S Army Experts to Aid Far Eastern Forces
Washington March 16 Russia grants formal permission for United States army experts to accompany its Far Eastern forces in the field General Chaffee selects Major Gideon Captain Jackson Captain Gatley and Captain Reichmann to serve in that capacity.
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Washington
Russia
United States
Chaffee
Gideon
Jackson
Gatley
Reichmann
Ballinger Candidacy Backed by Various Interests
In a post election assessment the author argues Republicans spread campaign charges by Democratic orators and the press. It contends few received endorsements, notes Judge Ballinger ran without pledges, and predicts Ballinger will lead the best city administration yet.
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Republi
Peralat
Dallinger
Tucker
American Actress Inherits From Russian Prince In London
Prince Selt soff a Russian patron of racing left his stables horses and English home to American actress Miss Ethel Clinton Mia Elizabeth Bushnell Clinton. She gained jewels and a $10 annuity after meeting him a year ago. The prince died November 21 with his will probated recently.
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London
Prince Seltsoff
Ethel Clinton
Miss Clinton
Mia
Elizabeth Bushnell Clinton
Alexia
What and why behind Scott's Emulsion substitutes
Explains why substitutes fail to match Scott's Emulsion's food value. Warns against wines cordials and cod liver oil extracts as only temporary stimulants. States Scott's Emulsion provides direct nourishment without taxing the stomach and offers a free sample from Scott & Bowne, 409 Pearl Street, New York.
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Scott
Presidential neutrality order urges calm in wartime
President Roosevelt issued an executive order directing all government officials to observe the neutrality proclamation and to abstain from any action or speech that could irritate either combatant, aiming to maintain orderly conduct during the prewar period.
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Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
J P Nam ed Nell McArthurs Named Justice of the Peace
Nellé McArthurs was appointed justice of the peace of the Leary precinct today by the county commissioners. He succeeds Dan Devlin, who resigned after failing to turn over fines collected to the county.
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Nellé McArthurs
The
Leary
Dan Devlin
Investigation affirms Chamberlain mental state rumor
A report from A Little Off London on March 16 notes an inquiry into Joseph Chamberlain mental health finds some basis for the rumor. Messages from Egypt where Chamberlain recovers say his condition is improving though unsettled.
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London
Joseph Chamberlain
Kgypt
Chamberlain
Ninth Ward Candidate Praises Voters and Star Support
William M. Murphy, Ninth ward Democrat, says he is greatly pleased with voters and The Star's support after a strong showing. He notes about seven Republican votes and thanks supporters for a favorable municipal governance image. HM Kultes, defeated councilman at large, remains cheerful and grateful for loyal backers despite finishing behind D. W. Bowen.
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William ML. Murphy
Ninth Ward
Ninth
Kultes
Kulles
D. W. Bowen
Defective Informations Dismissed in Dental Practice Case
Superior Judge Rudkin ruled nine informations against local dentists defective for lacking named patients treated by defendants. Prosecutions to be dismissed with new informations to be filed. Dr P L Rimmer case paused on primaries with the defendant held on a $10 bond awaiting new charges.
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Rudkin
P. L. Rimmer
Senator Carmack’s resolution on H Woolley confirmation
Senator Carmack discussed a resolution calling on the secretary of the treasury to send the senate copies of documents about the appointment of H Woolley, former deputy internal revenue collector of Idaho, whose name is before the senate for confirmation as assessor at Boise. The measure was laid over to allow Alaska legislation to be taken up.
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Washington, D. C
Carmack
Secretary of the Treasury
Senate
H. Woolley
Internal Revenue Collector
Idaho
Aseayer
Boise
Postponed trial of Mrs Lloyd A Smith on fraud charge
The trial on a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses, set for tomorrow, was postponed to March 21 this morning. The prosecuting attorney requested the continuance claiming subpoenas for witnesses from other towns prevent his presence tomorrow.
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Lloyd A. Smith
Washington House to Aid Bristow Report Inquiry
House leaders back investigation into Bristow report amid congressional support. Washington scene notes brisk pace as lawmakers aim to satisfy a majority calling for probing Bristow's findings. Also a Seattle dining ad and Palmas' Photo Studio offer Cabinet photos in Columbia block.
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Washington, D. C
House
Bristow
Palmas
2Nd
Columbia
Colonial
We. Con
Torpedo Boat Lost En Route to the Far East
A Russian transport from Port Said reports the loss of torpedo boat No 221 off Crete while heading to the far east. The crew was rescued.
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Canba
Crete
Port Said
Far East
Devastating California Storm Ravages Coastline
A severe 13 year storm swept central and northern California and Oregon with extreme wind and rain. Ballesville flooded, ships damaged in the bay, and structures along Bush Polk and Lake streets toppled or demolished. The schooner Farpest ran ashore at Goat Island. crew escaped, vessel likely unsalvageable.
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San Francisco
California
Oregon
Ballesvilto
Cal
Bush
Polk Streets
Lake
Sixth Avenue
United States
Farpest
Goat Island
Trial Postponed for Mrs. Cordelia Botkin in San Francisco
In San Francisco on March 10 the court postponed the trial of Mrs. Cordelia Botkin as proceedings continue. Details on new dates were not provided, and prosecutors and defense counsel remained unavailable for comment.
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San Francisco
Cordelia Botkin
Poisoned Candy Case Delayed To Monday
A case accusing a suspect of sending poisoned candy through malls has been postponed until Monday as prosecutors prepare new evidence and counsel schedules align. The development shifts hearings and delays anticipated judicial actions in the high profile incident.
Nurses Delayed En Route to War Scene in Orient
Dr. Anita McGee and trained nurses traveling to the Orient may not reach Beattie until tomorrow or later due to a major blockade in the Cascades. Their train was returned to Spokane as through passage is blocked, with no definite arrival time available from local rail offices. The justice scene continues as Rasoul Khan witnesses adjust testimony in the Merth murder case, delaying proceedings until cooler weather arrives.
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Anita McGee
Nurfees
Orient
Beattie
Cascades
Spokane
Cain
Rasou Khan
Rasoul
Defied Quarantine Officer Faces City Fine
Schwartzbaueur defied health department orders over a scarlet fever quarantine on Thirteenth Avenue and Columbia Street. He was by Judge Simmonds reprimanded after a trial, costing the city $125 for quarantine enforcement efforts and a potential $100 fine.
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Schwartzbauer
Health Department
Simmonds
Schwartzbaeur
Thirteenth Avenue
Columbia Street
Levy Receives Washington Telegram on Jewish Exile Release
Republican Lewis Levy praised for pressuring immigration authorities over Jewish exiles from Russia. A telegram from Senator Ankeny in Washington notes the Gousman family was released and admitted to land through Levy’s efforts.
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Lewis Levy
Russia
Senator Ankeny
Washington, D. C
Levy
Gousman
Levi Ankeny
Griffith J. Griffith Sentenced to Two Years in San Quentin
Griffith J. Griffith a former park commissioner and wealthy clubman received a two year term in San Quentin and a six hundred dollar fine after being found guilty of assault with a deadly weapon for attempting to kill his wife at Santa Monica. William McCormick was arrested for distributing handbills and found with a large collection of socialistic literature. released on ten dollar bail.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Griffith J. Griffith
San Quentin Penitentiary
Griffith
Santa Monica
William McCormick
Mayou
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Thomas Martin
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