Seattle County weighs streetcar upgrades for West Seattle
A local push led by Councilman Max Wardall seeks county action and new franchises to improve Seattle streetcar service in West Seattle. The plan, supported by Public Utilities Supt Valentine, calls for double tracking and more switches to meet current traffic with regular schedules. Proposals include 15 minute intervals to West Seattle ferry Alki point lines and 30 minute gaps on the West Seattle line, with hourly service in the city.
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French Aviator Crosses Channel In Flight
The article reports Ferdinand de Lesseps and another aviator crossing the English Channel from France to Dover amid favorable weather. Flight included circling maneuvers and a landing in Calais, with De Lesseps planning a return voyage and claiming confidence in completing the feat. The note mentions a prize of $2,500 and a midchannel haze affecting the crossing.
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Wright Dies After 2000 Foot Flight Attempt
Ohio May 21 A Wright field aviator dies after a 2000 foot fall during an attempted sequence. The pilot, identified as Frank York, and an observer named York are reported missing or injured as reports detail the crash and lengthy fall.
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Look for the Comet in the West Tonight
In Ann Arbor Michigan on May 21 Prof Hussey of the University of Michigan announced the Getaway journey of Hasseys comet will be visible to the naked eye for several evenings on the western horizon. The comet was sighted near the sun last evening but bright moonlight hid most of the outline. The head appeared unchanged from before it passed the sun.
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University of Michigan
Madison street cable bills advance after committee delay
The Madison street cable ordinances fixing schedules and prohibiting electric cars on grades over 14 percent were tabled for a week. The corporation counsel and the public utilities superintendent will review them, while Seattle Electric Co. agrees to halt further electrification work until after next Friday’s corporations committee session.
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Ballinger Probe Costs Rise As Hearings Continue
The Ballinger investigation has cost the government at least $32,000 for printing stenographers witness mileage and related expenses. Chairman Nelson said miscellaneous costs may total $16,000 more and printing about 7 000 pages of testimony could run another $17,500.
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Washington, D. C
Ballinger
Nelson
Queen of Spain Delivers Dead Son Amid Queen’s Illness
Madrid May 21 Queen Victoria of Spain underwent an accouchement and a son was born dead. Court surgeons fear the queen may not live. The child’s arrival was unexpected, due at month’s end. King Alfonso hurries home from England after King Edward’s funeral.
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Clark Attacks Tariff Commission In Democratic Plea
In Washington on May 21 Champ Clark condemned the tariff commission as delaying the people’s verdict on the Payne Aldrich tariff. He said department heads are clerks answerable to the president and urged the commission report to Congress. He warned Republicans of a strong political reaction and predicted a Democratic victory in November.
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Saturday's Star Finds Buyers For Real Estate Quickly
Real estate ads urge quick disposal of vacant or improved property through The Star classifieds. Prospective sellers are prompted to phone Main 9400 or Ind 441 to place an ad and reach buyers swiftly. Targeting local property trades and faster sales, the notice emphasizes prompt action.
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Nicaragua Crisis Deepens as Madriz Orders Bombardment
May 11 reports say President Madriz wirelessed Gen. Arias on the gun boat Venus to return to Bluefields and bombard the town despite U S orders. A clash with the American gunboat Paducah seems likely if the Venus obeys. Marines and gatlings were landed to protect the consulate but to keep peace in Bluefields.
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Ballinger Firm In Taft Backing Despite Resign Rumors
A Washington dispatch reports President Taft will stand by Secretary Ballinger, convinced of his innocence. Ballinger also reiterates his resolve to remain in office despite renewed resignation rumors from friendly papers.
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Weather Forecast: Fair Tonight and Sunday
The outlook calls for fair conditions tonight and Sunday with light north to east winds. Temperatures remain mild with no precipitation expected.
Hodge Faces Nonfeasance Charge In King County
In Judge J T Ronalds court Sheriff Robert T Hodge will stand trial for nonfeasance for not seeking out slot machines in King County during his term. Prosecutor Vanderveer backs the case with County Commissioner Carrigan driving the effort though a conviction is unlikely. About 100 to 200 witnesses are summoned as public funds of around 20000 dollars are expected to be spent, while supporters say the sheriff is honest and the case is politically motivated.
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Bob” Hodge
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Silas M. Shipley
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Swiftwater Bill Gates Faces Nonsupport Complaint Again
Mrs. Iola Bebe filed a complaint with the prosecuting attorney alleging Swiftwater Bill Gates fails to support two children by Hera Bebe, Clifford 10 and Frederick, as Gates returns to Seattle and police search for him after a warrant arrives at a restaurant.
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Alaska
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Gage Sheriff Proposes Arbitration to Save County Money
Sheriff offers to arbitrate disputes with county commissioners to avoid trial costs. Judges agree the trial would be folly, urging resolution by negotiation.
Sheriff Hodge Rejects Plea Deal If Guilty?
Statement by Sheriff Hodge says he wants the case to go to trial. He explains that actions by his representatives in settlement were against his wishes, done to prevent county suffering. He states if he is criminal, the people should know it so they can remove him. if not, his sons should know.
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King County
Bob Hodge
Statement by Morris on Hodge Prosecution
Will H. Morris and John F. Miller defend Hodge as an honest and efficient officer. They pledge to fight the prosecution through a potential six week trial and state readiness for Monday morning, rejecting any dismissal on technical grounds.
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Hodge
John F. Miller
King county judges seek dismissal of Hodge cases
King county superior judges, after a round of talks with Sheriff Hodge ally Beaton and others, considered dismissing the criminal and civil cases and submitting financial disputes to arbitration. Sheriff Hodge refused to fund disputed expenditures but favored trial, while prosecutors pressed for settlement to halt a costly political fight. The talks stalled when Commissioner Carrigan opposed arbitration for civil matters.
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Hodge
Poindexter Dinner Opens Banquet to Women Tonight
Progressive Republican banquet to be held at 7 30 in Allen Dales cafeteria Seconday and Senecast with admission 50 cents a plate. Program features remarks by Rufus R Wilson William H Flett Roy D Pinkerton and others followed by open discussion on the political situation.
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William H. Flett
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