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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1905
Page
7
Fragmentary text notes a man described as not rich, with initials L. Le and J. Tadda aged 31 who died in Georgetown on a Monday. It mentions parents in Frederick XII and a Thursday appointment of someone named Wilson as part of an investigation, but the text fails to show substantial fortune or funds for proper care.
Andrew Johnson, an alleged maniac, burst into attorney Walter Fulton’s office claiming a $1 billion judgment against police and demanding action. Fulton fled to summon police as Johnson brandished a revolver and a satchel said to hold dynamite. Police later detained McNichols, suspected of the attack, after a king county insanity commission twice deemed him mentally sound.
Police search for the mother of a dead newborn found by Nellie Stewart at 1423 Third Avenue. Coroner Carroll notes no doctor performed the operation and suspects a medical student or unpracticed hand. Strange renting of two third floor rooms and a nighttime disturbance are key clues as detectives comb hospitals and other places for suspects.
Kenneth Martin eight year old son of L G Martin of Dee Moines Washington died after being buried under two feet of sand in a bank near an old mill. Coroner Carroll ruled the death accidental and no inquest will be held. The body was found by the boy’s father after he searched the area when the boy did not return home. The child was discovered alive but died soon after from crushing and smothering injuries.
Toronto report states 15-year-old Josephine Carr confessed to killing a 9 month old infant, after stealing a baby carriage from a department store. She carried the child into the woods and tossed the infant over an embankment before hiding the body in a culvert, describing a prior habit of stealing carriages.
The Woman's Christian Temperance Union will meet in Portland on Monday with eminent workers and national officers present. Sunday featured addresses by Jillian N. M. Stevens of Portland Maine and Anna A. Gordon of Chicago. Monday will focus on business and discussions.
In Indiana a half mile chase led to four youths captured after a riot call. The men J B Curtios aged 20 John Simpson 19 J OBrien 21 and Ed Mullasey 23 gave names in police court and were fined 100 each. In Bellingham Victoria defeated Bellingham 12 to 3 amid twelve errors with infield miscues illustrating the loss. W J Smith a merchant sought police help over recurring moving papers issues and a missing boy was briefly suspected.
Norma and Rowe circus arrival brings Ruby the Shetland mare a colt named Beattie in Seattle. Bears also give birth to twin cubs as little ones grow and learn to notice their surroundings.
George Martin faces trial before Judge Griffin for passing a worthless check of 16 dollars. The defendant sits with his wife and a frail 66 year old son in court. Sympathy runs high as friends say the young man acted under extreme strain and promised to repay the money if the check proved invalid.
Ten high schools have made entries in the all state oratorical and declamation contest to be held at the university Friday. Miss Grace, Chris Riedel and Everett Boyd will represent the local high school.
A bustling theater page notes Grand Opera’s Tied Feather hailed as best light opera of the year in Seattle. Third Ave presents Robert Emmett stirrer with strong reception. Bee critic flags Tuesday bill change. Norris and Rowe Circus earns praise for an excellent performance at the circus grounds.
The review lauds Miss Van Studdiford in Red Feather at the Grand praising her commanding stage presence and vivacious, though imperfect, singing while Tracy shines with The Rose and the Breese. It notes McCarthy and team provide light humor and the show fills the house for three nights more. The piece also covers Jack Daniels Stock Company presenting Robert Emmet at Third Avenue with Charles Erin Verner in the lead, earning solid, classically appealing entertainment.
The Greater Norris & Rowe show opened on the streets despite rain with a new waterproof Big Top proving comfortable indoors. Performers received strong applause from two Sunday audiences as the Bellford troupe and other acts showcased aerial, equestrian and novelty feats. Exhibitions continue Monday through Wednesday with elephants, bears, dromedaries and acrobatic troupes delivering lively entertainment.
Pennsylvania investors acquire the Portland Consolidated Street Railway Company for 6 million dollars. The fined system is capitalized at 5 million and runs 120 miles of track. The only rival is Oregon Water Power and Railway, reportedly controlled by Stone Webster of Boston, owners of Seattle streetcar system.
Storm damage reported in Fort Worth Texas as crews assess impacts on local streets buildings and utilities following a May 22 weather event. Affected areas include residential blocks and downtown infrastructure with initial cleanup underway.
A violent wind from the southwest struck the city at 6 30 PM Saturday causing widespread destruction. Train dispatcher John Young was killed as the Texas and Pacific passenger station suffered major damage and church buildings were wrecked.
Three steamers via wireless report sighting the American yacht Atlantic on Saturday night about 600 miles east of Sandy Hook. She was steering east at 7 1/2 knots, and would have averaged just over 8 knots since the start to reach that point.
This week shoppers are invited to see a large stock of pianos from makers including Chickering Kimball Hobart M Cable Haddorff Krell French and others with sharp price reductions and easy terms. Electric pianos with nickel-in-slot attachments sell from 550 to 750 and can be played regularly or by electricity. The Talking Machine department is expanding with new and late records arriving frequently for customers to hear.
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