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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1905
Page
1
Crazed man attacks in San Diego scene of tragedy after debauchery, kills four and wounds another before taking his own life. John L Sullivan to meet Mitchell Wednesday as details unfold in the Star.
W L a housecleaner in Cal. fatally harms a youth and injures a boy and Mrs Doddridge in a spree that starts at Second and A streets. He then wounds Internal Revenue Collector Harry Doddridge, escapes by leaping from a window, and kills himself. Robinson, once educated and skilled, squandered $40,000 years ago and turned to odd jobs.
News from May 15 notes Japan weighing war against France after ministers told Paris to answer promptly or risk recall and open conflict. Reports dispute French fleet movements near Honkohe bay while Russia’s Rojestvensky seen in Cape Varella area as tensions rise.
May 15 items note a duchess to wed German Prince Frederick William. The wedding gown and wedding attire include a dress with Russian silver coating valued at 2400 dollars.
Citizens of Latona protest concerns about Humane Officer Clarke and alleged neglect of duties toward the Carnahan family. The fragmented clipping references a painter and harsh conditions, indicating public frustration with local enforcement.
Humane officer defends inaction amid neighbors' complaints about a tumble-down dwelling. Carnahan, once near starvation, has improved health and work, but five months of hardship left his wife dead and nine children in need. An investigation is urged for aid.
A fisherman brought the largest sea lion ever caught in the Pacific as far south as Puget Sound to the city Saturday. The 915 pound creature was caught near Cape Flattery and is on display at the Washes Fish company on Flyer.
At a Seattle meeting labor leaders voted to publish the Union Record every day citing hostility from the Post-Intelligencer and Blethen’s evening paper as the reason for the change.
The board of health met at noon Monday to pursue a new plumbing ordinance for the city and adjourned until a joint session with the city plumbing inspector. Trotted accusations say the old rule favored large interests, with critics labeling it a trap set by the Master Plumbers association. Corporation Counsel Calhoun warned of the measure’s impropriety, prompting the board to reassess and pursue a fresh approach.
A subscriber letter criticizes the gas company for not improving properties and notes a higher April bill despite similar usage. The writer urges independent press coverage and asks about the American Improvement Company, suggesting a new competitor could become a political issue at the next election.
Thieves forced entry to four gas meters at 120¢ James Street and stole 50 cents from resident J. D. Phillips, the householder. Neighbors say someone is targeting the gas utility and complain of a shameless act.
Citizens complain that Seattle Lighting uses tiny mains and high pressure to force gas through 1 inch pipes, causing intermittent supply. Crews upgrade pipes slowly while aging Jackson street plant struggles to deliver adequate light as boards whine about insufficient conduits and billows of hot air mix with flame.
A collection of reader letters complains of rising gas charges with bills ranging from $2.60 to $8 in different months. Names and addresses appear alongside allegations of unfair rebates and meter actions, reflecting consumer frustration and widespread billing discrepancies.
Bay area and coast notices report opera singer Jeeale Bartlett Davis dying at 46 from heart disease due to nephrite in Chicago. Seattle marine engineer Alnese Wiliam P. Fienn and U S District Judge C I Hellinger funeral services in Portland and Plattsburg follow. Veiled murderess Henrietta Robinson dies at Manhattan State Hospital after 60 years of secret identity. Navy Lt. Cmdr. William Truxton dies in Norfolk from illness. Port Townsend pioneer Betha Plea Barthroh dies after a fall. San Francisco author critic Howard Malcolm Tichnor dies after brief illness.
Mini men rally excitement near the White House district east of Reno as rumors soar that the local mineral wealth could rival Tonopah and Goldfield, sparking a stampede atmosphere and market buzz.
Charles J. Casey business agent of the Car triage and Wagon Workers union is held to the grand jury without bail on accessory to murder charges in the slugging death of Charles J. Carletrom. Other union officers and alleged sluggers George Miller H J Newman John Heiden Frank Novak Charles Gilhooley Edward Feeley Mark Looney face arraignments and coroner’s inquest proceedings with remarks of a practical confession.
Over a month ago Great Northern Railroad asked the council to allow two more tracks on Shilehole in exchange for planking and grading the avenue. The council granted the request, but the answer from St. Paul never came. The council will proceed to grade the street and bill the property owners, and the railroad will not be allowed to install tracks.
After drinking two quarts of bad whiskey a man named J. N. Butler collapsed on a skid road near Maple Valley and was found dead several hours later. Deputy Coroner Wiltsie is investigating the case.
About eighty thousand Japanese troops arrive at the front with a strengthened cavalry. Skirmishing continues on the Russian left while the right remains quiet. Oyama directs large forces from Fukomen toward Towngzaku as bridges are built across the river. Russian troops receive summer uniforms.
Beattie era simmers as Charles Mitchell and John L Sullivan, last seen days apart, plan a bout with 75 25 per cent terms. Both men near Seattle with Sullivan drawing crowds at the Star theater while Mitchell refines a wrestling match in Vancouver awaiting formal agreement.
A Boston woman claiming to be Carlotta wife of Maximilian of Mexico deceived Italian residents in the North End district out of 46000 dollars promising royal titles and then vanished from the colony. The tale ties to historical figures Francis Joseph and the Austrian throne.
Word reached strike headquarters Monday that the San Francisco labor council endorsed the boycott on Puget Sound beer. The Seattle Brewing and Malting Co. backs the local trust and with strong San Francisco support, embargo results are expected as a Spokane beer car arrives and is distributed.
May 15 report says three more Chicago public schools joined the strike over non-union teamsters delivering coal amid a riot call. Arrests were made as Hendricks and Carpenter schools sent in strike participants. Five schools are now affected.
J Bibo deaf mute and companions Kelly and Ryan faced 20 day sentences after a saloon scene in St Petersburg led to police custody. Judge Gordon quipped he could not hear the deaf mute while men reported strike actions in Odessa and a bank fraud charge in Philadelphia. Richard Croker Jr. arrived with Herbert Croker’s body from Newton to New York.
Peace talk dominates Chicago as a move to reverse the stand firmed by the joint council surfaces amid expectations of an executive board meeting. The ice wagon drivers accept last year’s wages, while team owners weigh forced deliveries to boycotted firms. No violence reported. a national board meeting is planned to push a settlement.
Henry Nay fell into a police set trap and is jailed. Jewelry found on him is said to belong to Mrs Josie Monitor of Puritan house 12 Fifth Avenue. Mrs Monitor notified police who arranged a room reunion leading to Nay’s capture by City Detectives Hubbard Freeman Adams and Patrolman Carr.
James Treasure and Robert Crasven received 15 day sentences from Police Judge Gordon after a morning arrest for alleged phony jewelry. Treasure claimed he had been in the city seven hours and said he intended to exchange rings for beer. Patrolman Holland supplied the proof and Justice Goreon delivered the sentence.
Mrs James E McGuire a 16 year old from Cedar County arrived in Jefferson City to plead with Governor Folk for clemency for her 18 year old husband confined in the penitentiary on horse stealing charges. She says she is an orphan with no money and plans to persist in asking for help.
W. H. Brown, eight years King County horticultural inspector, was presented with a bandbox and resolutions of appreciation by local commission merchants. The resolutions regret his impending retirement in June, and the gift included a fine silk hat from donors M. J. Conewell Seloner & Herrin Wanamaker Bros J. G. Seloner and Hamill Bros Crawley.
Manila May 15 The island of Jolo has seen two weeks of fierce combat between the outlaw Moro chief Pala and 600 followers and troops under Major General Leonard Wood. Pala’s losses reach 300 dead while Wood’s command reports seven killed and 18 wounded.
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