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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1910

Page

9

Bryan Cleared in Kitsap Perjury Case

Port Orchard Washington May 5 State Senator James W Bryan was acquitted of perjury after a 30 minute jury deliberation. He had defended John Stokes in the murder trial and claimed Judge Yakey influenced jurors. Bryan asserted political fights shaped the case and denied the charges.

Port Orchard Wash James W. Bryan Kitsap County Vakey Mr. Bryan John Stokes Tie Wife Stokes Bremerton Yakey Bryan King County

Barmaids for Lobster Square May Enter Broadway

United Press reports Broadway could permit women to tend bars if Albany passes the bill now before the legislature before its summer adjournment. Cafe de L Opera’s reopenings rest on the potential law. the backing company is a reorganization of the prior operator with few other details released.

United Prem New York Broadway Cafe de L’opera Albany Cafe de L'Opera

New Street Plan for Rainier Valley Endorsed

The city council will seek approval to open a new thoroughfare through Rainier valley providing general traffic access and a Seattle Electric street car line. Endorsed by the Rainier Valley Improvement Association and the Rainier Valley Commercial Club, the partially opened street runs south from two to six blocks west of Rainier boulevard, with an 8. EB. Co. line expected to extend streetcar service and broaden coverage.

Rainier Valley Seattle Electric Company Rainier

Mt McKinley Expedition Leaves Seattle

Prof. Hirachel Parker of Columbia University leads the American Geographical Society expedition sailing on the Portland from Seattle. The party includes Belmore Brown Waldemar Grassi and J H Cunts as they seek to resolve Mt McKinley altitude rather than dispute Dr Cook.

Mt. McKinley Hirachel Parker Columbia University American Geographical Society Seattle America Parker Portland Span Belmore Brown Hunter Tacoma J. H. Cunts Stevens University Waldemar Grassi Columbia Cook Mr. McKinley McKinley Anmerica

Kahn Calls for Hindu Immigration Restrictions

In a Washington conference Congressman Julius Kahn of California urged limits on Hindu immigration. He said the influx is rising and half of Hindus are morally physically unfit, labeling many as beggars and vagrants and urging restrictions.

Washington Julius Kahn California Kahn

Crackers Will Go Fourth Fireworks Ban Planned in Seattle

Seattle Councilman Goddard unveiled a plan to ban fireworks sale for the Fourth of July. The bill would take effect a year from adoption to allow merchants to clear stock. Health officials, led by City Health Commissioner Ortehton, endorse curtailing explosive Fourth celebrations.

Seattle Goddard Ortehton

Jury Holds Road Accountable for Matheson Wreck

A coroner's jury rules William Bell died April 30 1910 due to negligence by Seattie Renton Southern Railway Co and its agents. The Matheson freight wreck killed two and injured seventeen. no criminal prosecution due to insufficient evidence. Conductor George Bobb rode in the motor instead of the freight car as brakes failed. Railroad commission may not report soon but could require motorman conductor and brakeman on freights.

William Bell Seattice, Renton & Southern Railway Company Matheson George Bobb Railroad Commission

Hill to Renew Harriman War

The Hill interests plan to extend into central and western Oregon by branch extensions, aiming to push into the Willamette valley, currently held by Southern Pacific. This follows J. J. Hill’s speech at a private Hotel Portland banquet. Strong entities include Hill interests, Harriman, J. J. Hill, Southern Pacific, and Portland.

United Pree Portland Ore Hill Harriman Central and Oregon J. J. Hills Willamette Valley Southern Pacific Territory

Markets Prices For Produce Meats And Feed

The article lists average wholesale prices for onions and various meats and feeds. Prices vary by freshness and quality, with No 1 grades highlighted for select items.

Fyde murder case opens with defense attacks on Swope

In Kansas City on May 5 the defense for Dr B C Fyde began presenting evidence aimed at discrediting the late philanthropist J W Spangler and Col ae, a confidential man. Spangler reportedly drank heavily and the colonel is said to have swooned at Fyde’s office on occasion.

Kansas City B. C. Fyde Thomas H. Swope J. W. Spangler Evens

Railroad Employes Organize Lodge Formalizes Union

A division of the Order of Railway Employees was instituted last night in the A O U W hall. One hundred seventy one charter members were admitted. The order covers all railroad workers with accident and health insurance features. It was started five years ago and now lists twelve thousand six hundred members. Officers elected include Harry Kilduff conductor William Moore engineer Ernest Mordaunt secretary treasurer Frank Wright fireman H W Kemper motorman F A Becker yardmaster John Leiby brakeman and William Clark ogman. installation planned Monday by EK L Hiatt.

Order of A. O. U. W. Hall EK. L. Hiatt Harry Kilduff William Moore Ernest Mordaunt Frank Wright H. W. Kemper F. A. Becker John Leiby William Clark

Waiting for Taft's Return Delays Rate Bill Action

The regulars defer further work on the rate bill awaiting Taft's return from the Western trip. They expect a review of the measure's wreckage by the president, with possible heated sessions with senate leaders upon his return. A veteran senator vowed to tell Taft directly he should not travel while major bills loom.

Fy Vested Press Washington Taft Senate

Taft Faces Union Expulsion Over Cleveland Ball Game

United Press reports alleged formal charges from the Steam Shovelers' Union in Cleveland claim President Taft violated a boycott by attending a St. Louis Cleveland game. Secretary Roberts declined to publish the letter as union officials warned of possible expulsion for Taft if he resumes shovel work.

Cleveland Ohio Wm. H. Taft Steam Shovelers’ Union Cincianati Noberta Huliding Trades Council Taft Napa St. Louis Roberts May Building Trades Pteam Shovelers’ Union

Hurley to Face Trial After Indictment Dismissal

William Hurley, charged with forging his brother’s name to the registration book in the swate election, will face trial despite an earlier indictment being dismissed. Prosecutor Van derveer filed an information alleging fake registration after the indictment was nullified for statutory noncompliance. Frank E. Winchester has been convicted for his role in registration frauds.

William Hurley Vanderveer Hurley Frank E. Winchester

Don’t Let Your Piles Grow

An old advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Cure as the sole painless, private remedy for hemorrhoids. It claims surgery is dangerous and promises instant relief with a free trial by mail, then a 60 cent full-size box from druggists. The pitch urges sending name and address to Pyramid Drug Co. Marshall Michigan for a trial package.

Pyramid Drug Co Pyramid Building Marshall, Mich

Two Bones and Six Bits Seeking a Claimant

A stray $2.76 found in city funds passes through city officials as they try to identify its rightful owner. Comptroller Bothwell, Treasurer Ed Terry, and Council Chairman Sawyer all ponder who should receive the money, a leftover from old bond-recording practices.

Bothwell Ed Terry Sawyer Council Committee On Finance Watson Terry

Detwiler arraigned in bribe case against former supervisor

A. K. Detwiler head of Home Telephone is arraigned in San Francisco on bribery charges to ex-Supervisor James L. Gallagher. Detwiler's lawyers seek to set aside the indictment and pending charges as Judge Lawlor schedules a plea for next Wednesday. An unrelated complaint accuses Ernest Herachte of maniac tendencies after a speeding incident on Tenthay near Boston Street.

Ban Francisco Cal A. K. Detwiler Home Telephone Company James L. Gallagher Ment Ernest Herachte H. C. Smith Herech Boston St

Funeral Directors and Job Ads in One Page

A jumble of classified items including funeral directors, theatre notices, lost and found, employment ads for stenography, domestic work, apprenticeships, and sales positions. Mentions of A. P. Riggs Hale Crowe and Cure Co Inc and various addresses appear alongside help wanted and employment offers.

Stallord A. P. Riggs Hale Crowre and Cure Co, Inc IRDAY

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