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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1909
Page
1
Citizens protest a transfer policy by the electric company S E Co threatening curtailment of privileges. City officials and the manager discuss complaints while law and ordinance sections constrain transfers. The debate centers on service limits, rights, and possible public outrage at Broadway power facilities.
Seattle eateries plan to donate 10 percent of Monday night dinner receipts to the Anti Tuberculosis League of King County. Notable venues include Hutler Hotel Grill Rathakeller Cafe City Grill Savoy Hotel Grill Rainier Grand Hotel Grill and Washington Motel Grill. Local restaurants urge patrons to dine downtown next Monday to support building a permanent home for tuberculosis patients.
Official statement explains limited operations during peak months. Company head Potter notes large staff presence due to increased demand and possible service disruptions.
The article notes a proposed duty of one cent per pound on quebracho wood exported from Argentina used for tanning. It mentions last year’s value at about $2,600,000 and contrasts liquid versus solid forms with a seven cent rate for the liquid and a half cent for the solid. Mil destroyed the Ding & center.
The article describes fraternal groups forming ranks to memorialize heroes of battle. It notes requests to notify Fiat at a central office and mentions specific leaders and planned marches in early May.
C B Yandell signs to star in the Great Seattle Wild West show amid town debate and chamber plans. He jokes about a big Seattle impact while critiquing Eastern interest and portrays Indian chief duties with the act. He is linked to the Western Association and promises crowd-pleasing performances.
In Bellingham Washington on May 20 citizens of Sumas hanged in effigy Harry Edsell head of the customs station after a demonstration over the removal of the border detention house. A telegraph pole display bore the messages Gone But Not Forgotten Knocker and Smuggler In Charge Badpet. Edsell was later in New York on government business and had faced smuggling charges years earlier not publicly substantiated.
Patrick Bul livan, owner of the American Cafe, sent $100 via J. W. McNamara of Cordova to help him flee Alaska. McNamara's plea for work in Seattle preceded a deadly clash with T. BR Carpenter, owner of the McCormac hotel. Sullivan, acquainted with McNamara, regrets the native’s outburst but sent funds to enable his escape. The May 11 letter reveals McNamara sought employment and passage back to the United States, while a fatal shootout soon followed, leaving him facing the gallows.
An analysis of the new criminal code's cigarette provisions notes a drafting omission that excludes sale from the possession ban. Legal scholars warn the rule may be unconstitutional though enforcement remains pending. A Nebraska case cited confirms a right to make cigarettes for personal use.
Anna Poltera, a Sywarold schoolgirl, was found dead in Griffith Park after being last seen near 3 PM Monday. Authorities reported the body partially unclothed with evidence of a brutal wound at the throat, and the assailant remained at large as police investigated the scene and questioned relatives.
The city council holds a special meeting to review a secret committee report on locating the tenderloin site. Mayor Miller has no forecast of the report’s contents and has met with business leaders for guidance while avoiding district union preferences. Some expect council deadlock or closure of the district. Funeral services for Lyman A. Griffith will be held tomorrow at Butterworth & Sons with cremation per his wishes.
In San Francisco on May 20 the Calhoun graft case boiled over as Earl Rogers clashed with Heney. Rogers accused Heney of insults and insinuations while Heney denounced provocations. John Helm testified on complicity and counter plots involving Calhoun and United Railroads, under probe by Heney and Byrne. Police in plainclothes filled the courtroom amid heavy security.
Guards surrounded Calhoun at a morning court session as Karlos muttered amusement. Rudolph Spreckels announced at the United Press that he would reveal all accounts of money paid in support of the graft prosecution when called to testify. Helms entered the courtroom guarded by Detective Charles Gough after switching sides to aid the prosecution and returning from Trinity county to testify. Clearings and balances reported for Portland and regional totals are noted in the record.
Norris & Rowe’s big circus drew crowds as tents rose on Fourth Avenue and Republican Street. Shows start at 2 pm with performances tonight and tomorrow, while a weather front threatens showers. The article praises the circus experience for youths and adults, urging families to attend.
Gov Hay maintains silence regarding intentions to call a special session. Legislative Investigating Committee continues work in the state auditor's office as debris from the budget and reform push lingers.
Native leader in a leopard hunt near Natromi was knocked down by the animal. Kermit Rone Levelt fired a warning shot to distract the leopard, then shot it as it charged, saving the leader. The beating party member was not seriously hurt.
A. Rhyman continues to search for a lost suit case found near Colman dock before his departure from the city on April 22. He says the case contained $400 in goods and $900 in bank checks, and he still has check No 1 002 and the passport accompanying the grip.
About hundred members from Vancouver and Victoria will sail on the Makura to Seattle for the convention and fair kickoff on July 11. The specially chartered Canadian-Australian company boat will serve as their home during the event.
A Vancouver man staying at the Wonder lodging house in city reads of three suicides, buys carbolic acid and ends his life in his room. Landlady Mrs Rogers reports he gave no name, pledged to stay city lodging, and left clues to identity. Body found by Mrs Rogers and to be held for identification.
Two women are expected to die from injuries after a terrific explosion blew the roof off a large apartment house. Fire broke out in the shattered building and was beyond control when firemen arrived. The structure will be a total loss. it is unclear if all inmates escaped the flames.
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