03 May 1903
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1903
Page
1
Coroner's inquest returns damaging testimony about Dr. Jordan as investigators review multiple revolvers seen by Dr. Johnson. The case centers on a dying woman who allegedly said she shot herself, leaving a man under suspicion.
Two indictments against George V Piper and related officials were quashed by Judge George Bell on motion by Attorney Scott. The ruling cites lack of proof that Piper or the officials attempted to obstruct prosecutions or that his actions violated duty as a public officer. The proceedings followed grand jury findings in the Humes campaign and gambling graft inquiries, with defense emphasis on the absence of concrete misdeeds by Piper and questions about the grand jury testimony.
Justice waits on the races as a criminal judge considers a request to delay until Derby events are finished. Officials note Derby Day crowds will be affected and many Kentuckians would rather attend the races than court proceedings tonight.
William Miller adjutant general of the Spanish American or Veterans Association faced a fraud order at Lancaster Pennsylvania after being notified to show cause why he should not be sent for fraud.
Secretary Cortelyou announced Dana Durand of Harvard University as special examiner of the bureau of corporations. He will work on economic lines and assist in examining corporate matters.
W. A. Shorey, well known real estate dealer and prominent citizen, died last night in Dallas after a sudden illness. He had lived in Obie City for 16 years and leaves a wife and daughter.
The May 2 Portland report states the late Mrs Kona Frencr Hurrell's will provides 700000 for charity and the city relief fund. The document directs distribution of the funds to charitable causes in Portland.
President Roosevelt travels via a western Kansas route stopping at Manhattan Junction City Abilene and other towns. Enthusiastic crowds greet the special train with air salutes and schoolchildren in attendance. The journey reaches Sharon Springs and Denver as part of the ongoing tour.
The Record reports that yesterday in San Francisco divorce courts granted 28 divorces marking a notably active session.
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