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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1912
Page
1
Bandits robbed a train near Sanderson forcing the engineer and a messenger to open sacks. Messenger Trousdell bludgeoned one bandit, killing him instantly. The other robber was shot dead by Trousdell as the engine and cars were reattached to resume travel. The express car carried $10,000.
Former Port Commissioner Thomson announces resignation amid harbor terminal debates. He cites need for rest after two decades of work, notes pressure from various sources, and says the city should not rush into the terminal project while acknowledging their support and scrutiny. He says he has faced legal proceedings and public pressure during the process.
A reader letter from a traveling woman contrasts East and West grooming norms, praising courtesy and appearance she observed in Seattle. She questions locals about whether their dress reflects cities’ reputations and hints at broader social judgments. The note discusses impressions without naming specific individuals.
An unclear OCR note mentions forecasting concerns and weather phrase fragments. It references winds and breakers with garbled terms and no clear location date or official forecast.
Havana reports engineers in charge of raising the battleship Maine will burial the vessel at sea next Saturday. Details are being arranged today and it is scheduled to be floated from the harbor at 3 PM for burial at sea.
SAN FRANCISCO March 13 A 60 year old man Charles Sheftron was found dying in the street after being struck by a reckless driver who sped away. Most bones in his body were broken and he died without making a statement. no witness to the accident.
In London on March 14 Premier Aaquith met with leaders of the striking coal miners and the mine operators. A joint sub-committee strains to achieve a settlement, as the stoppage cripples England and disrupts production.
Harriet Wildman Ott of Greene County marks her 100th birthday. mother of 11 children eight living, 70 grandchildren, 209 great grandchildren, six percent were and one great great grandchild. Ott’s husband Henry Ott served with Gen. Sherman during the Atlanta to Savannah march. Ott has never used a niece caches.
Roald Amundsen signals a return to port with plans to head home soon and then travel to Frisco. The South Pole veteran declines further comment on his expedition while his crew remains focused on current duties aboard the vessel.
The piece recalls Gill's recall as mayor amid Seattle corruption scandals including a vice district, ice department issues, a grand jury probe, and the police chief's conviction. Gill later ran again on an "Open Town" platform against Geo F Cotterill, with The Seattle Star supporting Cotterill.
Yee Yek Lun, a Chinese national, was ordered deported by United States Commissioner Van Dyke. He claimed a valid right to be in the United States by presenting a residence certificate that immigration officers ruled counterfeit after noting a difference in the dot over the letter I.
Arthur Frencia, son of a millionaire architect, told his wife in her attorney’s office that he loves her and forgives past injuries. He had filed for divorce but withdrew the suit, saying he would take another chance despite hospital injuries.
Samuel Winterton of Keport New Jersey has maintained perfect Sunday school attendance for fifty consecutive years at First Baptist Sunday School Newark. Next month observers plan a fitting observance of the milestone.
Lawrence Massachusetts March 13 the strike ended at 11 30 am as the strikers sub committee accepted President Wood of the American Woolen company offer Workers gain almost all demanded terms Detailed figures show raises across wage bands with percentages and overtime at time and a quarter for overtime workers The notice of increase will be posted in the morning confirming new hourly rates for various pay brackets and a general 6 percent boost for all job workers.
Twenty passengers on the east bound Twentieth Century Limited were injured when the express derailed five cars into the Hudson near Myde park in Poughkeepsie New York. Eleven were seriously hurt as cars plunged through twenty inches of ice and half submerged. Trainmen and injured passengers aided victims while women improvised bandages from clothing. Dr Warnhate attended the wounded and treated critical cases.
A report from York dated March 13 notes Mrs. Harry L. Broodgood was committed to Rivercrest sanitarium after a period of public theater revelry. The article mentions champagne flowing freely and a long‑distance piano player on duty for 24 hours as part of the events surrounding the commitment.
Four children of C Jacques were burned to death when the Jacques farmhouse burned three miles from Mitchell North Dakota. Mrs Jacques was severely injured and Jacques escaped.
Harvey Thorsen arrives in Santa Rosa from Mendocino County and heads to San Francisco on foot. He carries letters for Mayor Ralph and Mayor Gaynor of New York and plans to travel about 26 miles today as part of a round trip to New York, awaiting greetings from friends along the route.
A Seattle millionaire Harry Whitney Treat plowed a vacant lot opposite the New Washington hotel to promote the city beautiful idea. Officials Governor Hay Mayor Milling and Mayorelect Cotterill spoke while others applauded. Mayor Dill damaged his glove on a hidden stump.
Rome March 13 More than 1 000 Turks and Arabs were killed by Italian troops in hard fighting at Henghari Tripoli official war office report says Italian losses were 29 killed and 62 wounded The commander says two Turkish positions were captured after fierce assaults by Arab and Turkish defenders.
Mayor Dilling acting on the censor committee report has barred the play at the Seattle theatre for the week. Manager Ec Drew will seek an injunction this afternoon to allow tonight's production. The committee, in a four to three vote, found the play unfit and unless a restraining order is granted the show will not be seen tonight.
The Senate today confirmed Mahlon Pitney of New Jersey for the United States Supreme Court after a flood of protests against his elevation. Protests labeled him as having a capitalistic mind, with bitter opposition voiced by labor organizations nationwide.
Seattle theater scene sees Prof Thomas cast deciding vote on The Girl From Rector's amid charges of vulgarity and immorality. Battle Creek plot twists involve Mrs Caperton and Richard Shaughnessey as censors and manager Drew await outcome.
The inaugural ceremony for Seattle’s new mayor is planned for Monday at noon in the Grand Opera House. Attendees from a dozen civic groups selected the venue over Dreamland rink, with speeches by retiring Mayor George W. Dilling incoming Mayor George F. Cotterill and Judge J. Ronald to administer the oath. An orchestra will provide music during remarks.
Sadie Cawthon of 504 Stewart Street attempted to drink poison but ingested peroxide last night around 10. She was treated at City Hospital and released as no illness was found. A letter in her rooms reveals a broken heart and concern for her children.
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