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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1906
Page
7
A Ballard contractor bribery attempt is alleged as discussions over paving contracts surface. A Seattle mayoral decision looms with controversy over Barber Asphalt and a protest from Indav property owners about lowest bids and work allocation after private inducements.
A local council faces dispute over awarding a contract to the top bid. Critics argue the process may have bypassed better value and compliance standards, prompting calls for review and potential reconsideration of the award.
The case of T. W. Farwell versus the city over water supply to Ballard was heard in superior court. Attorney John W. Roberts argued an injunction to stop city water provision, with Renton hill residents present claiming insufficient supply and Hallard’s lack of rights.
The chamber of commerce special committee discussed Dr. Miller’s plan to move the North Pacific Dental College from Portland to Seattle. They will approach the Dewny estate to offer a site or building as an inducement to relocate the college.
At a special board meeting Capt J D Boyea of the Volunteers of America was appointed to take full charge of the Christian Home for Young Women. The board of directors acts as advisors while the Volunteers of America trustees retain control of the property.
Nearly one hundred athletes are slated for the indoor track meet at the university tomorrow night in what promises to be one of the largest meets held. Three YMCA teams plus university and A C squads compete, with notables such as Testa Rex Smith Williams King White Parker McCrory Hewett G Smith Easter T T Smith Jarvis Krant Dobin Winsor Spengfelder Humes Dowd and others, along with Y M C A entrants Gish Howard Spangler Hatch Gillies Atwood Fiverett and more.
John England a printer living at 16th and Yealer Way was arrested after confessing to passing two forged checks, one for 65 dollars to William Winek jeweler and another on a clothing dealer. He claimed intoxication at the time and offered no resistance.
The Grand Council, Royal Arcanum of Washington begins session in Piretav and Pike hall with 89 delegates. Committees form on business. officers elected soon and next meeting site chosen. J. T. Rogers of Everett named grand regent, with officers including C. S. Bowtle of Tacoma and Morgan Wheeler as grand regent.
A Mariposa county woman is under arrest after allegedly throwing boiling water on her sleeping husband, James Dedmon of Bear Valley, leading to his death. A coroner's inquest is planned as deputies and investigators examine the case.
The county auditor reports no marriage licenses issued yesterday, breaking a several month streak. Friday the 19th saw only two licenses sold, while yesterday did not align with a lucky day, causing clerks to view the turn of events as not auspicious.
A forger passing worthless checks on local drug stores for six months added Max Tagley as a victim for 7.60 after a note allegedly from Mrs Coffman led a boy to cash a fake check. Mrs Hagley attended a house party at 1731 14th Ave. Police have been notified.
Three local militia companies inspect National Guard ranges at Orilla to plan improvements for the season. State funds to upgrade first class conditions, install a telephone network, dig rifle pits, level ranges, and add buildings for company use.
A Chicago woman, Mrs Marcogne Crane, sues for divorce from Arthur B Crane of the United States signal corps and asks to be her own lawyer. She complains her temporary alimony was denied and notes her prior insanity linked to reform work. Attorneys are retained, but she protests. The same morning bonds for Barber Asphalt Co. contracts were approved, totaling 128000 for construction and 56000 for maintenance on 10th Avenue N.
Alexander Scott asks police to locate his brother Michard who disappeared Tuesday with nearly $400 in his pocket. They arrived Monday from Wonton and stayed in room 221 Cheney, Hallard.
Kirkland residents witnessed a planned 20 round bout between Hail Stewart and Oscar Blau, with Blau tiring by the second round after a dispute over Oscar Clay’s striking. Both pugilists train for a six round follow up, and a possible third bout hinges on Blau’s next win. The King County ferry resumes service next Sunday after repairs, while barber Morford denies gambling claims at his shop and cites card games as harmless treats. The city’s water and light department rolls out an addressing machine to mail 2,000 bills monthly, cutting work from five days to about two hours.
In Chicago on March 22 the federal court granted immunity from criminal prosecution to all Packers individuals indicted last summer for conspiracy in restraint of trade. The indictments against the corporations proceed, while individual defendants go free. The ruling follows discussions with Attorney General Moody in Washington.
Elmer Wosey was picked up by police last night and ordered by Chief Stratton to either find work or leave town. He complied and went to work.
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