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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1910

Page

5

Hearst sues multiple papers for 100000 damages

United Press reports May Hearst has filed suits against several newspapers including Debs and others, seeking about $100,000 in damages. The actions target press coverage following a mayoral incident and aftermath.

United Press Willam Hearst Gaynor Debs The Times Her Staats Zeitung Stone Presa Henry Louisville Moston

Mower workers vote new wage scale across brewery departments

Workers unanimous vote approves a weekly raise across all brewery departments. The pay hike increases brew house wages to 24 dollars for certain roles, raises engineers and overtime rates, and extends time and a half overtime in all departments. The new contract covers tools provided by the brewery and runs for the specified term.

Oy Brewery Representa “i Coop Brewing Com Fenr

Indian man faces insanity exam after axe attack

Amos Martin, a full blood Indian, awaits insanity commission after attacking Ray Clossen with an axe. Clossen, wounded severely, lies in bed as authorities hold Martin. The incident occurred near Yakima on May 6 as a confrontation over alleged stealing escalated into violence.

Worth Yakima Amos Martin Ray Clossen Woll Mars Ginger Clossen Om Clossen Martin

Fey May Face Criminal Charge In Realty Case

The receiver reported to Judge Prater that Fey of the Wee Trust is in criminal liability over the Realty Company affairs. The receiver said the fund is of about $10,000 tied to contracts, and homeowners may be at risk as property is foreclosed or sold to satisfy debt.

Fey Fey Wee T P. Pay Co Judge Prater George W Othe Realty Company Fays

Missing man in Seattle causes police alert

A man described as Er et t. with unclear details disappeared after arriving in Seattle from Everett. Authorities say the man has not been heard from since registering at a hotel and foul play or illness is suspected though his identity remains uncertain.

Eine Hverett Ely Seattle Stracker

Death by Own Action Leads to Fatal Outcome at City Hospital

Dan Boskovich shot himself in Kinnear park last Tuesday and died last evening at City hospital. Kunga Nadlain remains in another room recovering after a similar self inflicted wound. Boeckovich, calling life sweet, died despite nurses’ efforts. Rankovich, out of work, and Hine had both attempted self harm. Hinea had been working hard and studying.

Dan Boskovich Kinnear Park K. Hunga Hunga Nad Rankovich Hiiea

New Minister to Portugal Sails with 18 Pairs of Boots

Former California Governor Henry T. Gage, newly named minister to Portugal, sailed aboard the George Washington with 18 pairs of top boots. He said he plans no change in habits and will wear various patent leather and tan boots at court, dismissing fears among diplomats.

Portugal United Press New York Henry T. Gage California George Washington Europe Gage Diplomatic Corps Washington

Taxi chauffeurs jailed for speeding in downtown Seattle

H. B. Willits and W. M. Thompson of the Seattle Taxicab company received 48 hours in county jail after being found to drive at 20 miles an hour downtown. Both filed an appeal. Witness Lee Dagner backed the speeding claim with his speedometer. C. E B. Ostand lost $50 bail. a bench warrant was issued. W. A. Peterson paid a $20 fine plus costs. Ernest Hirsch was arrested for speeding on 10th avenue.

H. B. Willits W. M. Thompson Seattle Justice Brown Lee Dagner C. E B. Ostand W. A. Peterson Ernest Hirsch

Detectives Impersonators Rob Victim in Street HoldUp

Two men posing as detectives robbed C. A. Anderson at Fourth Ave and Univrsit last night, taking $39. suspect Joseph Beanigh, a chauffeur, is arrested and held at police headquarters. Anderson, of Snoqualmie hotel, cannot identify the attackers.

C. A. Anderson Fourth Av Univrst Joseph Beanigh Anderson Snoqualmie Hotel

Bishop cautions parents on rink and picture show lure

In North Yakima on May 6 Bishop O'Dea of Seattle warned parents against skating rinks and moving picture shows for children. He urged making homes more attractive to keep youths from public amusements. The bishop travels to Spokane to confirm six classes.

United Prep North Yakima Bishop O'Dea Seattle St. Josaph’s Church Spokane

Census men pass up Sultan Valley in a sweep

A Sultan district with about 8,000 residents was completely overlooked by census enumerators, according to a special report sent to the Morning Union from Walla Walla. No census taker has been seen in the area.

Walla Walla Sultan Sultan Valey

Witty Quotes and a Local Train Note From Chicago

A collection of humorous lines from Washington Star Dallas News Chicago Tribune and others, ending with a brief local train notice for a Portland O W A R line train at 7 15 a m with breakfast in the dining car.

Federal Jurors Strike Over Unacceptable Jury Room

The federal grand jury walked out for better quarters, refusing confinement in the new Federal building room cited as unsanitary, poorly ventilated and unsighted. It would cost 12 000 to alter. A protest was sent to Judge Hanford who may move the court to Tacoma if repairs not made.

Federal Grand Jury Hanford Washington Tacoma

Life Saving Dog Dies After Poison Attack

A dog with a lifesaving record belonging to Carl D. Smith of 2717 W 5th Ave was poisoned in Ballard last night while accompanying its owner. The dog had previously saved Smith’s son twice and was treated as family. The incident follows the dog’s owner releasing his spaniel earlier that morning, with suspicion falling on a person who may have targeted Dr Bryden’s collies.

Ballard Carl D. Smith Smith Smiths W. H. Lewis Belmont Republican

Aviation Meets Galore in Fall

New York May 6 Delegates gather May 23 to set the time and place for the international aviation meeting. A grand circuit of meets is planned for two months before the event likely starting October 2, with venues and prize money guiding the final location.

New York The Aero Club of Americasdans

Jewelry seized from British Columbia stock to be sold

Max Howe was acquitted of smuggling but the government will sell 279 gold watches 261 gold rings 92 charms and other items seized as the court found the jewelry smuggled into the state. The pieces filled six large packages and a trunk and belonged to Eugene Wagner of Vancouver who entrusted Howe to move them to relieve creditors.

Max Howe United States British Columbia Hanford Eugene Wagner Vancouver B. C Wagner Howe

Railway Station Snags At Dearborne Intersection

Intermittent points on the O. and W. RK. R. disrupts arrivals at the passenger station near First Avenue South and Dearborn. Early reports note delays tied to car movements and intermediate track points.

Costa Rica Quake Ravages Cartago and San Jose

A severe earthquake struck Cartago and San Jose causing widespread destruction. Buildings including the presidential residence Weldon hotel Cartago club and the cathedral collapsed. Rescue workers aided maimed and trapped refugees as telegraph lines failed and relief efforts began.

Americans Safe in Cartago Report Says

A May report from Cartago states all Americans are safe, with details pending confirmation from officials and local sources. No injuries or evacuations are described in the available text.

Washington Cartago

San Jose Sees 600 Deaths After Tremor

G L Monroe, secretary of the American legation in San Jose, reports the city was badly shaken and the dead numbered 600 as walls collapsed and weakened structures failed.

G. L. Monroe San Jose Po Ves

California Shocks Reported Across Cities

A sequence of minor earthquakes rattled Hanford Kern City and Fresno this morning. In Hanford the tremor lasted three to four seconds with light damage to dishes and bric a brac. Kern City noted four shocks starting at 8 41 and continuing at roughly ten second intervals with no damage. Fresno reported a slight tremor causing rattled dishes and swinging chandeliers with no damage.

Hanford Cal Kern City Fresno

King Edward Dying Narratives From Buckingham Palace

Prayers rise in churches as notables visit the king at Buckingham Palace to inquire about his condition. Queen Alexandra remains at his side while doctors consult and a milder climate may be advised for recovery.

Oth England Buckingham Palace Bis Theodore Roosevelt Edward Neheen

Two New Stories Added to Columbia Block

Albert Hansen owner adds two stories to the Columbia block on Second Avenue between Pike and Pine streets for M. A Gottstein Furniture Co. The new work uses the same material and includes electric freight and passenger elevators. The project costs over $30,000. After completion Gottstein will have more than double current floor space, reflecting the firm’s rapid growth.

Columbia Block Second Avenue Pike and Pine Streets Albert Hansen M. A Gottatein Furniture Company Gottstein Company

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