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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1909

Page

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Man Denied Admission To Hospital Dies

A county jail prisoner died after being denied hospital admission by a hospital matron last Sunday. Sheriff Hodge pressed officials for answers as the inmate worsened while awaiting care. Dr James Mason at the county hospital treated him briefly before the jail arranged a private ambulance, but the man died Thursday at 6 o’clock. The incident raises questions about the jail hospital coordination and notification procedures.

Tri Vale Mason Jameson Mason Lyms At & O Board of County Com

Hospital delay blamed in Jamason death amid county squabbles

Jailor Roberts and Dr Tate Magon dispute hospital delay in Jamason’s pneumonia death. Roberts says he bore responsibility and hospital was to notify, while the hospital staff faced questions about timing and admission details. The conflict centers on who failed to act promptly and inform relatives of the fatal outcome.

Jamason Jameson Unty Dor JA Tate Magon Beause Jameson Roberts

Theatrical trust makes friends with enemy

The Shubert group appears to have moved toward cooperation with rivals as Harrison Grey Fiske joins the fold. David Belasco will gain accepted booking privileges across the 900 alliance theatres, and James K. Hackett is secured for appearances next season. The arrangement aims to save Belasco and Fiske the right to book with any company, signaling a shift prompted by Shubert activity.

My United Press New Yor Shybertos Kiaw & Erlanger Harrison Grey Fiske Theatrical Trust David Belasco Trust James K. Hackett Belasco Fiske Shuberts

Storm death toll rises in Mississippi valley reports

Memphis Tenn May 1 The known dead rise to 182 with about 700 injured as storms ravage nearly 40 towns in the Mississippi valley Communication is slowly being restored though wires remain down The damage toll and repairs are far from complete as relief efforts continue to reach affected areas.

Memphis Tenn Misssippi Valey Demd

Mrs Beulah Hawkins Falls Asleep Again

Mrs Beulah Hawkins known as the most startling example of cate septic phenomena has fallen into a stupor at her home in Galt. This marks the third sleep episode in two years with previous attacks lasting several weeks. the present onset began last Tuesday.

Alteles Galt Healah Hawking

Stage Manager's Troubles On Orpheum Show Icarus

In a bustling Orpheum workshop, Barton the stage manager wrestles with a shifting vaudeville bill. He juggles acts, timing, and the star lineup while performers push for spotlight moments and a smooth Sunday departure from Union depot. The piece captures backstage urgency, crew dynamics, and the fragile choreography that preserves a touring show’s rhythm.

Union Depot Eddie Boy Dan

Arrest of Tacoma Mayor Sparks City Turmoil

United Free reports Tacoma Mayor John W. Linck arrested May 1 after an indictment found by the grand jury charging him with failing to enforce a ban on houses of ill fame. The event shocks the city as the restricted district remains controversial. meanwhile three indictments are issued against Peter Sandberg, alleged manager of the Tenderloin.

United Free Tacoma John W. Linck Beon Grand Gt Fame Rana Frand Jory Peter Sandberg

Laffon Escapes In Liquor Case At Police Court

A College Inn waiter Laffon was arrested Sunday for serving beer in a silver pitcher. Police Judge Gordon dismissed the case on motion by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Lundin, following instructions tied to prosecuting attorney Vanderveer. The pitcher was returned to police headquarters, and Laffon avoided trial amid questions about the dismissal.

Laffon College Inn Thirday William Alvey Alvey John B. Gordon Alfred M. Lundin George F. Vanderveer Landin Patton Gordon Grant ‘Landin Jaffe Hi. L. Jaffe Lundin Landerveors Lafton

Japanese Training Ships Enter Frisco Harbor

The Japanese training squadron consisting of cruisers Aso and Soya arrived through the Golden Gate at 9 16 this morning. They were escorted by American ships accompanying them from outside the gate into Frisco Harbor.

San Princiting Aso Soya Golden Gate Cutalde the Gate

Man Caught in Seattle Sentenced to Penitentiary

United Press report states Goodrich, convicted of obtaining money under false pretenses, was sentenced by Judge J Q White. He had begun a Mendocino County term and was arrested in Seattle, then brought to Han Quentin for trial.

United Press Santa Roba Cal J. Q. White Goodrich Mendocino County Seattle Han Quentin

Deposed Tyrant Planned Massacre and Murder in Constantinople

Correspondence from the palace shows Abdul Mamid, ousted Turkish ruler, plotted a general massacre against Armenians in Stamboul and Young Turks. He allegedly killed his favorite wife, 18, in a rage and disposed of her body by weighting with stones and casting into the channel.

Constantinople Abdul Mamid Turkey Stamboul

Park Board awards Pioneer Place comfort station contract

The park commissioners awarded the contract to Thomas Flynn to build a public comfort station at Pioneer Place for 15900 dollars. The project must be finished in seventy days and Flynn plans to start operations the first Monday.

Board of Park Commissioners Pioneer Place Thomas Flynn Flynn

What Is Seattle Going To Do With Her Consumptives

A historical plea on tuberculosis in Seattle, arguing the disease reflects poverty and public fear more than pestilent camps. It posits consumptives are widespread, not concentrated, and urges city action beyond banning camps to address the broader infection of society.

BI Barton Bookane Weream Lever Seattle United States Rainier Vista En Mense

Humphries Charges Piles in Senate Campaign

Judge John B. Humphries, seeking the U S Senate seat, releases a forthcoming circular recounting alleged prearranged moves by Samuel H. Piles. The document accuses Piles of pressuring Humphries to withdraw from races and claims a 50 000 campaign fund was used to secure King county delegation for Piles, disenfranchising voters.

John B. Humphries United States Senate Samuel H. Piles J. M. Frink H. Piles John K. Humphries Humphries Supreme Court Humphries Eaid Mr. Pires Pires King County

No Lion Yet for Teddy

The article notes the colonel plans to stay until he bags a lion. He spent yesterday tracking a large maned lion that eluded him. Kermit spent the day shooting gazefless shots at a giraffe but missed.

Kermit

Lighting Brilliance as Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Grounds Near Opening

The Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition grounds glow with extensive lighting and constant progress toward the May 25 opening. Director general L A Nadeau reports most buildings finished, planting advanced, and exhibits being installed, with preparations ahead of schedule and numerous flowers, vines, and decorative features planned for a grand display.

Alaska Court of Honor J. EB. Chilberg el J Stanioen Department of Works

Willis Britt Recovering from Nervous Breakdown

Willis Britt manager of Stanley Ketchel and Battling Nelson is reported to be out of danger and rapidly recovering from a nervous breakdown that sent him to the hospital. Doctors said Britt would likely be discharged within a few days while Rev. M A Matthews was appointed as chaplain of the new city jail by Police Chief Ward.

United Press New York Willis Britt Stanley Ketchet Battling Nelson Pritt Rev. Matthews Ward M. A. Matthews First Presbyterian Church New City

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Lay Hodge Bhoriff Hodge Hospital Physt Daoctor James Tate Mason Calla John Roberts Mrs. Beulah Hawkins Mll Barton Fyman Orpheum Theatre Comen Little One Yanpene William Tell Vaudevilliane Bill Barton Tacoma Vanderveer Frisco Harbor Government Building Teddy Fair L A. Nadeau al Parte Japan Col HB. Doseh
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