Mystery surrounds Delta symbol in Wilson murder
Police probe points to a possible ritual motive as detectives search for a Japanese suspect linked to the death of Mrs Wilson, a wealthy socialite found slain in her basement home with a Delta symbol cut on her forehead. Investigators report the sleeves rolled and clothing intact, suggesting robbery was not the motive.
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Wilson
Moe
Pe Siice
Wigee
Jon
Mre Galland
Highwayman shoots victim after parley in city
Fe E Johnson pool room owner was shot in the right shoulder after being ordered to raise his hands. He and the robber left the scene, no further robbery attempted. Minutes earlier Clara MacDonald was accosted at 15th and Jefferson. her purse with a prayer book beads and 50 cents stolen. Officer Newton found the purse on a nearby mailbox. Police believe the same man committed both crimes amid a wave of robberies.
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Johnson
E& Cherry
James #t
Misa Clara MacDonald
15Th Av
15Th
Jefferson St
Newton
Vacauaien
Triple wedding unites mother son and daughter in Tacoma
In Tacoma on May 10 Rev. O J Press officiated a triple wedding as Mrs Brita Erickson wed Andrew V Lidford, her daughter Marie Sofia married Otto John Wicklander, and H O P Erickson tied the knot with Misa Paula Augusta Christensen.
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Rev
O. J. Press
Brita Erickson
Andrew V. Lidford
Marie Sofia
Otto John Wicklander
H. O. P. Erickson
Misa Paula Augusta Christensen
Ohio and Seattle notes and local government actions
Fragmented item highlights include Seattle city council prohibiting fireworks sales next year after a veto override, Newton street opening approved, and Chehalis City Engineer removal triggering mayoral resignation. Also mentions King county marriages and divorces, plus a Washington death case linked to an alleged Oriental secret society.
Weather: showers tonight and Wednesday
A weather notice forecasts showers tonight and on Wednesday with moderate southwest winds.
Wireless Operator Hears U S Navy Radiogram Marking New Record
A San Juan Porto Rico station picked up a wireless signal during a May night, with operators at Hill Crest and Tatoosh noting an unprecedented aerial reception across stations. The message showed the N A U calling N A L from Washington D C, with Porto Rico identified as sender. Confirmation of origin remained unclear as the signal was detected far apart from any sending station.
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SCO
Navy
San Juan
Porto
Tatoosh
Tabie Bluff
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Pa“N. A. U
Washington, D. C
Porto Rico
Japan
Key Duan
Beattie Officials Confront Anti-Vice Demands Over Gambling
The Anti-Vice committee served notice accusing Beattie of vice and gambling. Mayor Gill said warrants should be sought and City Attorney and Police Chief declined further comment as the committee postponed action. The group sought to end the vice district but did not pursue warrants immediately.
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Anti- Vice Association
Beattie
HE. G. Kelley
Alvin K. Hravender
M. T. McKenny
Gill Wen
Wappenstein
GilLenid
Montesano Man Charged in Double Murder Case
Information charging William Goh with the murder of Joan Hoffman and the killing of Charles Hadberg was filed in Montesano Washington. The defense sought release due to misspelling of premeditated. the motion was overruled. The case likely goes to the jury tonight.
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Montesano
Wash
William Goh
Joan Hoffman
Charles Hadberg
Girl Dragged to Death by Runaway Colts
Fourteen year old Floaste Kileup of Lawrence near Bellingham was dragged to death by a pair of runaway colts used to haul poles. She died three hours after the incident in an accident that occurred while she worked with her uncle, clothes torn as the wagon ran away and her garments finally released.
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New York
United Press
Bellingham
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Senator Piles Drawn Into Ballinger Investigation
The article reports Senator Piles becoming involved in the Ballinger inquiry. It outlines political maneuvering, the roles of King County officials, and the potential impact on local governance and public funds. It highlights tensions between fiscal supports for a regional fair and taxpayers' rights.
Matt Starwich Ravensdale deputy kept on with one dollar wage
The long repeatedly told tale of Matt Starwich a Ravensdale deputy facing danger and loyalty. After exposing alleged slot machine orders from Sheriff Hodge and testifying under oath his pay was cut to one dollar a month by County Commissioner Carrigan. The town plans private subscriptions to sustain him as he continues in perilous duty.
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Matt Starwich
Ravensdale
Bob Hodge
King County
Starwich
Hodge
Black Diamond
Grand Jury
M. J. Carrigan
Ballinger inquiry blocks Brandeis bid linking election, land post
A four to two vote by the Ballinger investigation committee halted Brandeis efforts to tie Senator Piles election and Ballinger’s land commissioner appointment to the Chuggenheim-Cunningham faction. Brandeis pressed Sweeney ties to the Guggenheim syndicate as Ballinger defended his Alaska claims review amid sharp exchanges.
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Washington
Ballinger Investigation Committee
Brandeis
Senator Piles
Ballinger
Chuggenheim-Cunningham
Hrandels
Piles
Chas. Sweeney
Vertrees
Plumber Carrick Denies Involvement in Run Down Case
O Munroe Carrick of Routman Plumbing appeared at police headquarters and was booked for running down Richard Adams at First Avenue and Cherry Street last night. Adams, a 42 year old railroad machinist, is hospitalized with a broken nose and bruises. Witnesses reported the car number to authorities, but Carrick denies the incident and claims he was elsewhere. Adams arrived in the city just yesterday.
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First Av
O. Munroe Carrick
Routman Plumbing Company
Arcade Building
Richard Adams
First Ay
Cherry St
Carrick
Adams
City Hospital
Stone avenue bridge sparks protest by Fremont business owners
Fremont business district fears ruin from proposed temporary streetcar route and Stone avenue bridge. Public works approved Stone avenue plan with alternate bids. original plan cites Evanston avenue bridge. Estimated cost about 390000 with 100000 from general funds and 30000 plus one fifth of contract from Northern Pacific. rest assessed on property within a defined improvement district. Proponents cite quicker Green Lake Meridian and Wallingford car line travel. opponents say benefits do not accrue to many landowners and may harm property values. Councilman J N Denney opposes Stone avenue plan.
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Westlake Boulevard
Canal
Evanston Av
Fremont Ay
Stone Ay
Board of Public Works
General Fund
Northern Pacific Railroad Company
Mercer
Blewett St
Green Lake
Meridian
Wallingford
Evanston
J. N. Denney
Ninth Ward
Stone Av
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