20 May 1911
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1911
Page
1
An editorial attacks big business for pressuring Seattle's council while praising the ninety five percent of citizens. It urges vigilance as councilmen face scrutiny and hints at a concluding contest by The Star featuring five finalists and a winner to receive diamond rings.
Governor Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey, a possible 1912 presidential candidate, remains firmly against judicial recall. He stresses courts interpret not make law, calls the use of the word unreasonable in a Supreme Court decision unfortunate, and avoids other reform topics while in the West.
Olympia May 20 A test case to determine constitutionality of the Workmen's Compensation act will be started in the supreme about June 15 L Hindhey a Spokane newspaper man will likely become secretary for the commission George A Lee appointed for two years C A Pratt for four years and J H Wallace for six years
Judge Wm. L. Dickson quashes indictment against Boss George B. Cox for perjury over graft money claims. Prosecutor Hunt had charged Cox with denying receipt of 48 500 dollars from former County Treasurer Gibson and 17 000 dollars from former County Treasurer French.
In Seward Alaska May 20 an anticipated demonstration over a steamer Edith bringing foreign coal for the Alaska Northern Railway Co. prompts A H Wheatley an officer of the company to request extra deputies for cargo protection Deputy U S Marshal W H Whittlesey assigns the deputies There is street talk of mirroring Cordova coal party tactics.
Washington reports a setback as the war department orders the release of Gen Reyes Pryce, leader of Tia Juana rebels, while Juarez notes insurrectos vow to push into Chihuahua as armistice ends. Rebels plan a hard blow and 1000 fighters ready to move, with ammunition cars arriving. Madero's stance shifts amid assassination rumors and Diaz pressures.
Halted in his return to Mexico by Diaz orders, General Regis Reyes stops at Havana. Supporters plan to back Reyes for president, with many Madernists ready to support the bid.
A postal card signed An Anxious Citizen questioned whether nine elected men or self-appointed outsiders should make city ordinances, signaling public concern over Big Business influence in Seattle council affairs received by Councilman Griffiths yesterday.
Miss Mae Aronstein sued wealthy stove maker Frank Lang for 50 000 dollars claiming he proposed marriage and guided her into a relationship. The jury awarded one dollar with two members dissenting as foreman Starr and eleven others accepted the tiny sum, sparking calls for a new trial.
Edith Gaynor, now Mrs. Harry K. Wingut, eloped a year ago. Gertrude Gaynor, 22, daughter of Mayor Gaynor, wed W. Seward Webb Jr., 26, son of Dr. W. S. Webb, former New York Central president. The couple will reside in Los Angeles, with the Winguts accompanying them to Wilmington.
Mayor Dilling will appoint a new fire chief next week after civil service rules bar reinstating ex Chief Bringhurst who was dismissed on charges. Acting Chief Clark has led the department since Boyle’s dismissal.
In Portland Oregon Mrs John Buck then a music teacher took a dollar from all to buy two pieces of music. She forgot the money until today and mailed the songs to Laura Kelly Robinson in Kansas who receives them years later.
Madison lawmakers pass the initiative and referendum measure by a 55 to 11 vote in the Assembly. The bill advances to the state Senate for consideration and potential gubernatorial action.
The House passed a resolution demanding the secretary of war provide information on contracts for army shoes since 1901. Congressman Diferderff charged Herman & Co of Boston with virtually monopolizing all army and navy contracts.
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