Former Mayor Harper Returns as Grand Jury Warrants Rise
In Angeles on March 17 former Mayor Harper returns to respond to a grand jury summons amid graft allegations and recall tensions. Warrants issue for Durand and temporary detention for testimony while others like Nick Ovewald vanish.
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Angeles
Harper
Tfthia
Pacific Sugar Refinery
Ian
Tenderkin
Nick Ovewald
William Law
Durand
Watt
Conviction in Sutter Bank Deposits Trial Ends
In Cal against a former Sutter Bank employee, the jury convicts after a deposition case involving $600. The trial, marked by weeks of proceedings, ends with a verdict.
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Ckson
Cal
P—Jackson Deanisa
Sutters Bank
Affairs Bank
Cleaning Straw Matting Steps From an Old Guide
A damaged passage describes cleaning straw matting by first sweeping and dusting, then wiping with a cloth. It instructs using warm lukewarm water with Gold Dest washing powder, advising the matting not to be fully soaked and to remove moisture promptly.
Desperate Man Halts Cable Car Standstill on Busy Street
A man halted a cable car on a busy Third Avenue hill by gripping the cable and stepping into the car track. He then lit a cigar and walked away, narrowly missing harm as bystanders and police intervened. The incident ended with no injuries and a patrolman seeking assistance.
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Telegraph
Third
Madison
Bie
Mike
Sarge
Wagoners
Judge Delivers Long Charge in Carmack Murder Trial
Nashville jury told by Judge Hart in the Carmack murder case that involves Duncan Robin Cooper his son and John D Sharpe. The lengthy charge of about 18 000 words covers every point raised by counsel during the case and sets a historic precedent in Tennessee.
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Nashville
Tenn
U. P
Hart
Courts of
Tennessee
Duncan
Robin Cooper
John D. Sharpe
RE. W. Carmack
Old woman heroism saves grandchild from blaze
Mrs Allbright a 66 year old grandmother re entered a burning house at 402 N 24th to rescue her 3 year old grandson as flames raged and debris fell. Her daughter Mrs Jones was away and the grandmother and two sick children were home alone when the fire swept through the structure.
Firefighters Battle Blaze Amid Stalled Water Supply
Firefighters dragged hoses for hundreds of feet before reaching the flames as water pressure waned. The delay hampered efforts to control the fire and protect nearby structures. Investigators will review the sprinkler system and hydrant access.
Election date set for Rothel vacancy by county officials
County commissioners designated April as the election date for the Rothel vacancy. Petitioners led by M F Woody requested the vote date and petition filed today seeks a 120 foot wide across Union Bay extension. Citizens in the area push for a short cut while a receiver is sought to manage a business and involuntary bankruptcy actions begin. The North West Queen Anne meeting is planned tonight at 7 30 pm at West Armour street with reports from committees.
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Rothel
M. F. Woody
Cuncanetean
Herth End
Union Bay
Orty
North West Queen Anneement Club
West Armour St
West Road Wins as Suspicion and Anger Erupt
Abrahams and Commissioner Rutherford backed the west road between Orillia and Kent, despite promises of the east road. Terrace and Carrigan denounced the board calling them jobbers as residents jeered and waved fists in the faces of the county commissioners.
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Orillia
Kent
Rutherford
West Road
Abrahams
Terrace
Carrigan
Author of Tara Ra Boom De Aye Dies
Denver March 17. Av. Pan reports the author of Tara Ra Boom De Aye has died after a lingering illness. The writer, named Bonneberg, lived with his wife in San Francisco since the earthquake and suffered reduced circumstances and ill health from the shock. He was 61 years old.
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Denver
Av. P
Bonneberg
San Francisco
Recital by Church Youth Club Promises Large Audience
The Young Men's Bible club of the First Presbyterian church organized to welcome a large crowd for a fine recital this evening in the church main auditorium. The program is directed by the D. B. Johnston Co with noted soloists Mrs. Clarence H. J soprano Mrs. William H. Whittlesey contralto Mr. H. Price tenor Mr. Alvin B. Gillett baritone and Mr. A Masino flutist.
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Young Men's Bible Club
First Presbyterian Church
D. 8. Johnston Co
Clarence H. J
William
Shipping News Clip Sketches Coastal Arrivals and Departures
A steamer from San Francisco arrived early this morning at 4 o clock with a fair passenger list and general cargo. The brigantine and schooners are docked at Winslow awaiting repairs and loadings for Behring Sea voyages. Names such as Mandwill Ye ee Jr Horenson and Coates are mentioned in connection with gasoline services, timber cargo, and lumber shipments to the sound.
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Pueblae
San Pranciaco
Mayor Miller Back of Bouillon in Fight for Better Service
Mayor Miller voiced support for Superintendent Bouillon to compel Seattle Electric and Seattle Renton Southern to provide adequate streetcar service. City officials note new ordinances and a hearing before the corporations committee will reveal the real battle. Twenty new cars arrive today, but a car shortage looms for the AYP exposition as Bouillon orders action to speed electric work and contractors near the exposition grounds.
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Miller
Bouillon
Seattle Electric Company
Seattle, Renton @ Southern company
Rtment
Jon
Public Uulition Department
Corporations Committee
Beattie Electric Company
St. Louis
Telse
Board of Public Works
Department of Public Tft
Wence Thomason
40Th St
10Th Av. N. B
14Th Av. N. B
Electric Company
the Electric Company
Exposition Grounds
Sophomores Present Varied Dramatic Bill at University
The University of Washington sophomores stage a varied bill next Friday at the gymnasium. The program includes The Spirit of 1909 a King Henry IV scene and The Land of Heart's Desire. Frank M Poulser wrote Spirit of 1909 with Alaska natives myth and totem pole display. Dr F M Padeiford aids Henry V interpretation. The Land of Heart's Desire brings Irish folklore atmosphere and is praised as delicate and beautiful.
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University of Washington
Frank M. Poulser
Thin City
Alaska
St Patrick’s Day Observed Across Seattle in 1900s Style
Seattle observes St Patrick’s Day with church services and concerts. The Ancient Order of Hibernians held High Mass at St James Cathedral. A 200 guest toast at the New Washington hotel features Judge Burke as toastmaster. Holy Angels academy hosts an Irish life event at Recreation Hall. A concert at St Edwards hall and a Jesuit sermon at the Church of the Immaculate Conception accompany private celebrations citywide.
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Order of Hibernians
St. James Cathedral
Wee Rivera
New
Washington Hotel
Thos Burke
Ladies of Holy Angels Academy
St. Edwards Hall
Terry Av
Columbia
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Patrick J. O'Reilly
We Can Crow Over Selling This Cow
A quirky classified tale from The Star shows a reader who bought then sold a rooster after placing small ads. On March 6 a reader sought a cow and received a call that same night, leading to a sale. the piece underscores eager readers and rapid returns from local classifieds.
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Driver
Meridian Av
Star
Spring Millinery Opens With Parisian Creations
The millinery section on the second floor presents exclusive hats from Parisian ateliers Georgette Marie Louise Reboux Louison and Heitz Boyer along with home designers. Styles include hats over and off the face, turbans and mushroom shapes with paradise and aigrettes, pastel flowers, and French shades ibis bois de rose petit pois and tapestry blues. Matrons maids elderly mourners all find suitable options with a sincere welcome.
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Georgette
Marie Louise
Reboux
Louison
Heitz Boyer
Ready-to-Wear Gowns Suits Coats Skirts and Waists
Firet Fleer notes the store’s Ready-to-Wear lines emphasize style quality and value for the present season. The opening invites customers to inspect the new arrivals, promising extensive patronage built on proven selections.
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Firet Fleer
Settle Rock Crusher Question Ends Board Fight
A county board dispute over purchasing a rock crusher was settled when Rutherford admitted defeat and moved to buy the crusher by bidding. The issue arose February 24 with Beale & Co. of Portland proposing the contract, while Carrigan urged purchase by competition. Rutherford relied on an Ingersoll opinion permitting non advertise purchases under 150 dollars.
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Board County Commissioners
Rutherford
Carrigan
Beale & Co
Portland
M. H. Ingersoll
Seventy Dollars Stolen From Goldfield Hotel Room
Harry Huggins staying at the Seamen's Institute reported to police that $70 in gold and cash was stolen from his room at the Goldfield hotel on First avenue near Pikes. The thief also took his citizen ship papers discharge papers and several items of clothing.
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Harry Huggins
Seamen's Institute
Goldfield Hotel
First Av
Pikes
Huggins
Wintergreen and thymol cure eczema says reader
A reader cites a personal recovery from eczema using wintergreen oil mixed with thymol and halcerine. The letter claims the remedy cured a widespread skin outbreak and left the skin soft. The Quaker Drug Co. advertises the treatment at two city locations.
Resignation of Councilman Gillespie Ends Recall Bid
State news reports Councilman Gillespie has resigned halting the recall effort. In Walla Walla, "Fighting Bob" Evans and his wife were observed yesterday. An admiral is honored by a child named after him as three away sixty eight spoons are noted. A freight train over the C M and PPS is described as the first test running a coal train to a connection near Seattle. In Andford woods are described as full of wildcats.
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Hogue
Gillespie
Walla Walla
Bob” Evans
C.M & Pps
Pomereny
Ere
Seattle
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