Soldiers Shot After Refusing to Go to War
A Moscow dispatch reports 16 soldiers were tried for refusal to go to war and executed within two hours after their trial by court martial.
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1905
Page
3
A Moscow dispatch reports 16 soldiers were tried for refusal to go to war and executed within two hours after their trial by court martial.
Local complaints about impure thin milk prompt the mayor to investigate milk dealers and press charges if foul milk is found. Captain Ballard sues to recover street frontage he once donated, later fence dispute, while Omaha grand jury summons probe beef trust with twenty plant workers called to Chicago. Circle No 11 Ladies of the G A R schedule a card party at New York block hall on Friday March 17.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney, liver and bladder troubles in women. It features testimonials from Mrs A L Walker of Atlanta and Mrs Be Austin of Brooklyn who report relief, renewed strength, and improved health after using the product with claims of a sample bottle available by mail.
The story centers on Mayor Ballinger's pledge to veto the Fort Lawton franchise and block a broader scheme by Jacob Perth of the Seattle Electric company. It outlines a plan for overlapping long term franchises to secure monopolies, the council’s reluctant handling, and proposed routes to Fremont and Lake Union while preparations for a future city takeover are debated.
Mrs. Bertha Bowers, the Puyallup authoress who vanished September 29, has returned to Tacoma and is with her mother on South Fourteenth street. She left a note to her husband saying he would be floating with the tide when he received it, and friends thought she had gone to Idaho or Eastern Washington.
Editorial urges readers to try Swamp-Root the kidney liver and bladder remedy. It promises a free sample bottle and a book with testimonials upon request to Dr Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York, noting the Seattle Daily Star ad and availability of paid bottle sizes in stores.
A. Muchmore of the city leads the race for state printer with strong backing from the Republican county central committee and local Typographical union. Pliny L. Allen has withdrawn as Gov. Mead declines to favor any member of three large state printing firms known as the combine.
Dr Carroll reported no encouragement for Senator Van de Vanter’s recovery. He has endured a long life fight and fever has worn him down. a further decline is expected soon, though the doctor says the patient still has a chance.
Dr Crichton opposed the decision while the council granted a saloon license at 1422 Third avenue though the limits had not been fixed by the license and revenue committee. Officials expect boundaries to be set within a week and other members approved the license despite it being outside the current limits.
The Loggers' Supply company at 815 Railroad avenue was fined $1 and costs in municipal court for storing large quantities of dynamite on site. Fire Marshal Kellogg testified 250 pounds were on the premises, enough to blow up blocks of waterfront property. The owner pleaded guilty and paid a small fine with a promise not to repeat the offense.
A.H. Hildebrand, about 45, a San Francisco laborer, leapt from the City of Puebla on a voyage from San Francisco to Seattle. Last seen at 12:50 AM, he reportedly faced long financial reverses and failed job prospects. Authorities offered few details, with company officials restricting information.
A. D. Chariton of the Northern Pacific in Portland reports strong progress for the county fair. He praises the management, says all plans are timed for opening day, and notes rapid progress on fairground buildings.
Reliance Trust Co advertises multiple farm parcels near 455 New York Block. 12 acres partly cleared with live water ten miles from Pioneer Square. 20 acres with improvements. 35 acres with 19 improved acres, team of horses, 8 cows, chickens, and furniture. Additional 6, 10, 30 and 40 acre tracts available for exclusive handling.
Arthur Springer moved from a distant position to the lead in the street car employes race with 626 votes as supporters rallied. Dewitt Skutt, previously ahead, still trails in the developing contest with other candidates watching closely.
In a local voting contest at Beninghausen's store the lead shifted with A Springer at 526 votes and D Brum at 616 while Abner Wolff held third with around 500. Absent fewer than 200 votes for others six candidates topped 200 as votes poured in with tomorrow promising stronger totals.
Latest reports say six persons died and property losses reach about 400000 as storms cripple Los Angeles area. Electric and steam railways remain tied up in ongoing disruption. Isaac Selby, former minister, was sentenced to seven years for shooting at Judge Hebbard in the courtroom after a divorce decision was read.
London reports Queen Alexandra Princess Victoria and Prince and Princess Charles of Denmark began a morning departure to Lisbon to call on the king and queen of Portugal.
Police report suggests Mrs. Joseph Nance was killed before a fire leveled her home. Remains found in the ruins show bullet holes in the skull, and her husband is detained with no formal charge yet filed.
Olympia merchants vote to boycott Ta comens for two years despite the cap removal bill's fate by the governor. A large meeting of local business leaders adopted the resolution amid public anger in the City of Destiny.
A Canadian Pacific proposal promises a direct Vancouver to Kootenay route via Spences Bridge shortening travel by about 200 miles and opening up cattle and mining districts. It also outlines a Nanaimo to Comox line to use the Albern canal for Atlantic shipping, improving regional transport and development prospects.
Charles Bastock a discharged diet died by own action at the Bigin house on Yesler Way this morning shortly after 11. A fellow lodger heard groans and George Nishimura discovered the body while making a bed. Ether and cyanide traces were found on him. Bastock, once a private in troop H Sixth United States Cavalry, had been in Pt. Thompson building a steamer for a Panama voyage. He spoke of healing a leg injury with a deferral. He was about 85 and had previously traveled to Nome aboard the Centennial.
Tacoma dispatch reports yesterday afternoon an apparent derailment attempt on the Olympia passenger train. The engine struck a bush covering a railroad tie, the impact severing the tie as the heavy wheels ripped it nearly in two.
Olympia reports Charles F. Hubbard of Tacoma has been named commissioner of labor and factory mill and railway inspector. The appointment takes effect in April and his term expires in 1909.
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