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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1908
Page
3
A chaotic scene unfolded in a Frisco courtroom as guns were mentioned and threats were exchanged. Attorneys argued amid crowd disruptions while the trial faced renewed tension and police were called to maintain order.
The cross examination of Gallagher resumes as the defense presses for evidence and the record shows allowances discussing past scenes and potential punishment. The tone suggests continued questioning to establish context and accountability in the ongoing proceedings.
May pay day at the navy yard will total about $60,000 to employees. Officials note no major drop in staffing since the Pacific fleet departure. The yard recently set a record with a large payroll and steady work over the past weeks despite earlier reductions.
Treasurer Howard Seabury, Wilbore Coleman, Ch. Vandeveer and FE Paller named among commercial officials.
Joseph Cordova, also known as Garcia, lies near death at Way Vide Emergency Hospital after being shot by detectives last Wednesday night. He endures severe pain with abdominal symptoms and paralysis of abdominal muscles, while his hatred toward his attackers remains.
The Tacoma YWCA girls defeated Seattle WGA 26 to 17, with Seattle fielding an anonymous lineup. Tacoma rallied after a slow first half to win as the crowd cheered the comeback. The Seattle players appeared unnamed in official reports.
Veterans groups led by the Grand Army of the Republic prepare Memorial Day events at 10 am with Daniel Warner as marshal. Judge W. H. White to give the address and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address to be read. A procession to cemeteries and a joint Green Lake and Lieut. Cushing post meeting at Woodland Park with a basket picnic follow the ceremonies. National guards statewide will parade as required by law.
The Olffe Branch Mission at the corner of Maluet and Firetav announces a rally tomorrow. Street services begin at 2 avlock in the afternoon followed by preaching in the Minsiom hall by the Kev. A heere at Sacloes. Evening services occur on the street at 7 eo om with preaching in the hall at 2 pom by the Rev 1 H. Free mwaentie.
Admirals approval of the proposed fleet entertainment ends with charts showing the harbor anchorage. The battleships and one relief ship will view Puget Sound while cruisers and torpedo boats stay behind with 16 battleships. A public works permit for a 16,000 seat reviewing stand at Second St and Stewart Ave was granted. Spokane Chamber of Commerce reserved 590 seats. Tickets $1, police arrangements ensured safe access. Decorations rise on Second St and Virginia Ave with flags pennants and totem pole displays. Scows at piers 6 and 10 to serve as landing places. Athletic events award silver cups and medals, Monday at Woodland Park 10 to 12 and 2 to 6, aquatic events Tuesday at 1:30.
United Press reports sailor James Filden of the U S S Vermont suffered a fractured skull defending himself from four thugs. He has been moved to the battleship and is expected to recover. His brother Robert Filden, an electrician, part of The Ham Tree cast at Moore theatre, may travel to Frisco. News delays his trip. In Washington the House passed the child anticlabor bill for DC by 186 to 0.
An elderly man, known as Capt. Hard, about 760 years old, was found slain near the Southern Pacific depot in Monterey. Authorities say he was attacked with a knife and a gas pipe, likely during a robbing attempt in which about $50 was taken. No arrests have been made.
At the annual meeting of the women’s organizations of Trinity Parish church, officers were elected across nine guilds including Mary’s Guild with Rev. MH Gowen as president and Ida Paulson as treasurer. The Women’s Methodist Missionary convention also named officers led by Mrs. Alfred F. Houins as president and Miss Minnie Polson as superintendent of Standard Bearers.
Edward F. Brennan the Butte Montana lawyer arrested for attempting to extort 40000 dollars from F Augustus Heinze was released on 5000 bail Brennan says his father Dr Brennan of Indianapolis will arrive soon to help fight the case to the bitter end.
The annual high school senior ball will be held on the evening of May 15 1908 at the new Leech Park pavilion. The event will feature elaborate lighting effects decorations and arrangements.
Walla Walla reports Jeff Doggett, the former husband of murdered woman Anna Aldrich, has been missing since Tuesday. Sheriff Lavit and Deputy continue pursuit while Rod Jagnes undergoes another interrogation to obtain a confession, which is believed tied to the case. Prosecutor Otto Rupp leads a party to the scene amid rumors of another fatal outcome.
Seattle mayor John F. Miller defends not keeping fixed office hours saying his $5,000 salary funds his duties. He asserts the ongoing case is old and will be pursued fully, while claiming to devote necessary time to the mayoral office and other legal matters.
Charles A. Carlson, a stonemason earning about 20 dollars weekly, was accused of non support after telling his wife to seek a divorce and giving her 20 dollars. Mrs Anna Louise Carlson appeared before Judge A W Frater in superior court. The judge learned Carlson worked daily in Seattle and ordered a warrant for nonsupport.
The National Cash Register Co relocates Seattle operations from 305 Queen Anne to First Avenue in the old Mackintosh Southwick building. The move pack includes all stock, with full sale by Tuesday night and reopening Wednesday. Demonstrations of model stores for groceries meats drugs cigars and more will be staged. A 5 to 50 percent price reduction on cash registers is announced with a machine listing at up to 1 for the price of 5.
Frank P. Kenny of Kenny Wren Healty Co and companion were arrested by Patrolman Alvey for disorderly conduct after a car crash near the Colonnade hotel. Kenny suffered a deep cut over the left eye and was held on $66 bond for court on Monday at 1 30 o'clock. witness William Howard was released on $20 bond.
Two Baptist women were killed and about 50 injured in St Petersburg when Orthodox church followers lured them to a conference with a priest. Attackers used axes knives and scythes, leaving victims hacked and panicked crowds fleeing.
A steam tug Milwaukee collided with the government ice breaker Montcalm on the St. Lawrence late Friday night, forcing the Montcalm to beach at Sackett Harbor while the Milwaukee proceeded toward Montreal. The Montcalm, valued at about $500,000, was attempting to cross the Milwaukee’s bow.
W. H. Hicks of Rainier Reach, injured by a blow from I. B. King of Rainier Head, showed slight improvement today. Doctors expect his full recovery may take time.
J A W Copeland pleads not guilty at arraignment before Ju ace A W Prater in superior court over a May Day shooting at the Copeland residence. The injured boy Edward Ooresg is recovering. Copeland says he aimed to scare intruders not harm anyone. Trial set for May 25.
The New York to Paris automobile race committee altered the route eliminating Alaska and Behring Strait crossings and decided not to award a cup. Three prizes of 1000, 600, and 200 dollars will go to the first three machines arriving in Porte. The French car owner ordered his Tokio driver to withdraw after the route change.
Miss Hazel Ross and Miss Alice Teater injured in last Tuesday night’s auto accident show slight improvement today. Ross remains not out of danger but expected to recover. Teater improving slowly. Edward Bennett and Henry Hibbard also report steady improvement.
Readers learn about the pier two boat area offering round trip cruises aboard GC line with ten trips daily, inviting public attendance for the naval display and voyage experience.
Mrs Elizabeth AR Herrick wife of Edward Herrick of 326 Dexter av Seattle pioneer resident dies at home yesterday afternoon after a short illness Funeral set for Bethany Presbyterian church Firnt av north and Hoy t at 1 30 tomorrow She came to Seattle in 1884 and was active in lodge work with the Ladies Steining chapter Myrtle chapter Order of Eastern Star and the Women's Relief corps Survived by husband H B Herrick and sisters Mrs Herrick's public work centered in the Women's Relief corps where she had many friends.
The Faralion from Skagway arrives with 100 tons of goods from Frederick Sound including 176 barrels of whale oil and guano. Captain McGregor reports the whaling steamer Tyee ran ashore at F Sound, sustaining some damage. Other vessels include the W F Babcock bound from Newcastle to Cranston and overdue, the Watson sailing to San Francisco with full cargo and passengers, and the President returning to Seattle for excursionists.
Sorosia club closed its literary year with a meeting April 28 at Mrs L B Bunnell s home. Members studied Holland and Germany and Miss M J Blackmar presented an exhaustive paper on Modern Germany. The next meeting is May 1 at C L Moses 821 16th Ave for annual officer elections.
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