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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1908
Page
1
An article details arrests and legal debates surrounding socialist advocates. The mayor cites law on street speaking and public obstruction, while police release suspects and later drop charges. The piece mentions Kad Allie and Dr Her, with officials considering rights vs. order.
A flood of letters to The Seattle Star voices anger over Jacob Furth and his proposed double fare for streetcars tied to Merry Widow hats. Readers attack Furth and Dugdale, mock the merchandise, and defend women’s attire amid the ongoing controversy.
Strenuous opposition in the council emerged at a joint health and sanitation and finance committee meeting over Councilman Murphy's $5,000 proposal to have the city collect garbage. Opponents argued against municipal ownership while Murphy urged action citing current departmental salaries and waste in the system. The committee postponed a decision for one week as absent members Conway and Mollet were away.
A report notes President elect Worevelt plans to sign the Snake River Dam Bill. Officials discuss river water rights and dam purposes, with statements from a senator and other aides. Details remain unclear due to fragmented text.
Public water shut off planned from Columbia to Benecasia on Sunday May 3 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Property owners should prepare for service interruption and arrange alternate supplies.
Acting Chief Irving Ward viewed orders stating patrolmen who neglect regular drill will be forced to drill extra time the following day. The directive emphasizes discipline and adherence to training routines within the department.
Democratic primaries across Texas intensify the Bailey campaign as delegates head to county and state meetings. Bailey faces bitter opposition over alleged wealth, corporate ties, and loyalty to the party, with Senter leading protests and opponents citing court records and finance loans. A separate Portland murder involves Nathan Wolff, an aged jeweler, killed in a robbery with a blood stained collar found at the scene.
Santa Cruz hosts Admiral Evans fleet for 24 hours with a floral parade and promenade concerts. A giant Sequoia naming ceremony for Admiral Evans will be held, followed by a barbecued banquet and a grand ball. The fleet departs Tuesday after farewell receptions and presentations to the officers.
Former State Senator Phincy Allen chairs a Rainier Heights Improvement Club committee formed to urge the mayor to act on removing the restricted district. Residents fear Mayor Miller has no plan to proceed, while property owner William Chappell plans a year long trip to Europe, risking tenant losses.
Seattle clearings total 1 199 111.18 with balances 112 161.00. Tacoma clearings 511 510.00 and balances 62 961.00. Portland clearings 1 011 681.00 with no other remarks.
Vallejo May 2 Mrs Maud McCarthy wife of Dr Joseph McCarthy naval surgeon on duty at Guam died today from an overdose of morphine taken to obtain sleep from insomnia. Relatives in Cincinnati are prominent in the story.
Bouillon, superintendent of the department of public utilities, was today appointed chairman of the board of public works. The appointment was filed with the city comptroller earlier today and City Engineer Thomson, retiring chairman, has presided for 12 years. The change reflects the rapid expansion of municipal engineering duties and the need for focused leadership.
Beulah Hawkins awoke at 32 30 this morning at Los Angeles County Hospital after 85 days of unconsciousness. She greeted staff, remembered nothing of the past two and a half months, and is described as in excellent health though still weak. Doctor Barber notes a negative phase of insanity early in the episode and reports she will stay under observation for some time.
In San Francisco on May 2 the Peruvian cruiser Almirante Grau with 25 crew in irons steers south toward Callao after being anchored in the bay for several days. It is believed some mutinied or attempted desertion to reach the Atlantic fleet.
The Socialist party plans a May Day celebration at Keen hall tomorrow night with delegates from Washington and beyond including Emil Herman of Bremer Tacoma David Burgess of Tacoma Alfred Wagenknecht of Puyallup K E Martin of Bangor FE Brown of Seattle George Boomer editor Prosser Record John Downie of Seattle and Richard Kruger state secretary speaking. Madame Rosel the French opera singer will perform The Marseillais as in Paris during the revolution with Miss Alice Lynch and the Song club also appearing.
An explosion on Burlington Express Train No. 6 near Butte Montana killed Engineer Bussy and injured several others. Armed posses sweep a 26 mile radius as authorities hunt the bandits and determine if loot was taken while wrecking crews clear debris and rescue passengers.
A 50 000 strong parade of priests laymen and others from every parish in Greater New York marked the close of a Week’s celebration for the diocese’s second century. The procession along Fifth Avenue drew vast crowds while 8 000 watched from the reviewing stand as 50 bands played.
May 2 Lakewood New Jersey reports General public belief that Grover Cleveland former president is deteriorating rapidly. Mrs Cleveland and Dr Bryant offer little information to inquiries about his condition creating widespread secrecy at his bedside.
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