10 May 1912
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1912
Page
1
Fragments show scattered names and terms like Picor KICKER and Ficor LArnes with references to blue lace and dainty veins. The text is highly garbled, lacking coherent sentences or clear event details.
A crime mystery centers on a handkerchief found beside the body in Los Angeles. Police seek clues to identify the victim and motive as investigators review evidence and canvass potential witnesses.
United Press report from Los Angeles details Roosevelt firing a broad challenge to Taft while recent crime coverage describes a brutal murder in an empty bungalow with a vanished tenant, jewelry missing, and neighbors observed entering the residence. detectives collect fingerprints as they pursue leads.
A local report suggests a gang of experienced thieves disguise themselves in feminine garb to break into homes near the first hill. An observer, 8 E Fleming, reported two women-appearing suspects entering a neighboring window. police arrived after they fled. Similar attempts reported at Pickwick apartments last Wednesday.
Pinkerton in Seattle discusses the New Westminster bank robbery case as he cites McNamara and Dean, frames criminals as clever but prone to error, and argues honesty and vigilance win in the end. He notes the robbers stole 270000, led themselves to excess, and were caught by their mistakes.
Disposition of 100000 dollars of property is set for trial today before Judge Abertson in the Ward divorce suit. Ward, formerly a spoon man, is known in Seattle Bremerton Prosser Yakima and Seattle. Mrs Ward accuses extreme cruelty after seven years of marriage. Ward counters with serious charges.
Dr. A. McClure, formerly divorced from his first wife after 14 years of marriage, is sued by his second wife Miss Jer for alleged injuries and harassment. She claims the decree and custody of their 12 year old daughter with $75 monthly alimony, and cites January 15 incident involving a chair and bruised pane.
Readable scraps note the hat season arriving with straw hats on display at local shops. Vendors report limited straw varieties and early sales start as customers seek the latest sun protection and fashion.
Thomas R. Horner, attorney for striking employees of the B and R tailors at 71 Columbus Street, contends in an affidavit that efforts to restrict picketing are a revenge tactic and that seven dollars a week are starvation wages given current living costs.
A fair night with light frost and a Saturday mainly fair. Moderate westerly winds. Noon temperature on 52 degrees.
Oakland May 10 Roy Hunt and Dorothy McClare eloped only to face a furious reception at the bride’s home. A melee erupted as two irate relatives tried to restrain him and Hunt barricaded himself with a cash bond promising a future return. He later fled with his bride, who announced they would not return, risking annulment or divorce.
The Bocci case in Seattle proceeds to a jury verdict this afternoon. Defendants Leonardo Ferrato and Rendetta Anardo defend against claims by Joseph Alasso, a Butler hotel cook, that he was cheated over a $3,000 game and a supposed conspiracy to defraud him.
A leaked scheme by Taft supporters and Standpatters aims to seat Taft delegates while ousting Roosevelt and La Follette factions. The plan involves holding two conventions next Wednesday at Aberdeen with hand picked delegates and a state committee backed roll to control the convention. Senator Wilson criticizes the move as blatant manipulation by the state central committee.
In a May 10 action, the International Stereotypers and Electrotypers union led by President Jas J. Free cancelled Local No. 4 charter and travel cards as members walked out in sympathy and refused orders, signaling labor unrest and potential disruption in local printing operations.
New York May 10 Executors prepare Col John Jacob Astor will for probate. Surrogate Fowler may rule on validity of sections and could strike the clause penalizing Mrs Madeline Force Astor upon remarriage. Historically such penalties were challenged when applied to widows of mature years.
Mrs. Weston wins a five dollar prize in a collection of funny stories with a close second from LW Jertsen of the post office. A wife misplaces yeast in dough, mistaking corn salve for leaven in a household anecdote.
One night at supper Lydia, the narrator's sister, played with a bull-pup. The dog leaped for cake and scratched her arm. She ran to mother crying that the puppy has nails in his shoes. The note is signed by Mrs. H. P. Chase of 6739 Third Ave. N. W.
Emma Weston recalls moving to Seattle and adjusting as her eight year old son grew cross and fretful. Her older child Francis advises against scolding, noting his brother has "caught the Beattie Spirit" at 2328 North 65th Street.
Secretary of State Philander C Knox departed Los Angeles amid sharp denunciations of Col Roosevelt and praise for President Taft. He journeyed to the Grand Canyon of the Colorado in Arizona to continue his travels.
A playful verse sketches a rooster hearing a gardener’s shout and predicting disappointment at the fieldwork. The farmer anticipates a mixed reaction as turning soil promises results. The light poem blends agricultural imagery with humor.
Chicago editors and business staff will vote Sunday on whether Typographical union members in newspapers should strike in sympathy with the pressmen. Editors and copy readers filled in today in the mechanical rooms to replace striking workers.
May 10 May Ark Wright Hutton a delegate elect to the democratic national convention in Baltimore urged Washington women voters to oppose Gov M Hay for re election this year She told a public reception of women and girls that Gov Hay sent a telegram of congratulation to 1500 suffragette workers in New York City and advised them to remember when voting.
In Washington on May 10 the House rejected abolition of coinage mints at San Francisco New Orleans and Carson Nevada and of six assay offices by a 92 to 61 vote. Speaker Clark supported retention while all parties crossed lines in the division.
General Huerta relayed to a U S correspondent via telegraph from El Paso and Laredo the rout of 1 000 rebels at Zaragoza near Bermeljilio. He said Villa's cavalry pursued the insurgents and that main battle timing would be announced Friday night. He noted Salazar’s rebels were routed Cuatro Cienegas and expressed confidence in his position.
At a Seattle Sons of the American Revolution meeting in the Commercial Club rooms a resolution urged Washington authorities to prevent red flags in state processions and called for an old fashioned Independence Day with readings songs and addresses. A socialist flag debate occurred as Secretary Tilton defended it while a three person committee will report on celebration plans.
May 10 in Corvallis Oregon seniors at the Oregon Agricultural College circulate petitions claiming they have enough work and request to be relieved from military drills.
An ageless classified promo asserts Star Wants Ads connect employers with suitable workers and job seekers with opportunities. It proclaims over 40 000 paid copies daily and urges readers to use Star Wants for tailored hiring and employment needs.
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