Looting expose in the fire department sparks widespread probe
A mayoral inquiry into Arlington dock looting reveals admissions from multiple Seattle firemen, with nine to ten suspended awaiting Civil Service and possible prosecutions. The report cites stolen socks, shirts, food, a revolver and other items, plus links to the Schwabacher fire and a Tacoma uniform claim.
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Clean Up Seattle Fire Department Demands Officials Action
The Star appeals to Mayor Moore for an immediate thorough investigation of Seattle fire department amid looting charges and claims Chief Ralph Cook is incapacitated by excesses. The paper urges keeping Cook from travel to California until the inquiry concludes.
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Engine leaps through gap near Vancouver bridge collapse
A passenger train leaving Vancouver for the east plunged into the river when a bridge failed. Fireman Corbet was killed instantly while Engineer Purvis escaped with minor injuries as the cars stopped at the river edge after a broken coupling.
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Public agency officers discuss thefts at Arlington dock house
The report details Lt Morris Flannigan and a truck company member questioned last night about items seized at a house on First Ave. Government clothing and canned goods from the dock are cited. A telescope basket and bolo knife are mentioned with linked official sources.
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Major fire devastates business district in Ogden
A 1:15 AM blaze gutted the Burton Implement building and multiple adjoining firms between Second and Fourth streets in Ogden Utah causing an estimated loss of about 500000. A high wind hindered firefighters and water supply was inadequate though Fire National Bank and other large structures survived. Three people sustained minor injuries from bullets found in a cart stored at Lowe's store.
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Explosion and Fire at New York Glucose Plant Kills One
In Rhady sids New Jersey May 22 an explosion and ensuing fire rocked the New York Glucose company plant. Four story building collapsed after the blast injuring forty and leaving five missing. Michael Russell died when crushed by debris. Warships have been dispatched to assist in the search as about 75 workers were present at the time.
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Ballard Car Hurtles into Open Switch in Seattle
An inbound Ballard streetcar collided with an open switch at Western Ave and Denny Way, throwing the conductor and passengers into the street. Y Wans suffered a broken right leg. others had sprains and bruises. Wans resides at 225 Second Ave North and was taken to Pacific Hospital. The crash is blamed on the previous conductor failing to reset the switch.
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Notable anarchists Berkman and Goldman sighted in Chicago
Chicago May 3. Alexander Berkman just released from fall and Emma Goldman are visiting local anarchists today. The police are watching them. Detroit Mich May 22. James Scrippa's condition is unchanged. He is unconscious most of the time.
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Dressing room robbed during Tivoli Opera performance
Comedian Teddy Webb of the Tivoli Opera company reports a burglary in his Grand theater dressing room after last night’s show. Stolen items include a gold watch and chain, gold cuff links, a red leather hand grip, and $40 in cash. Detectives Hubbard and Freeman investigated.
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King Edward Hosts Levee at St James's Palace
King Edward held a levee at St James's Palace in London with ambassadors present this afternoon.
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Belmont blows up at civic banquet over municipal ownership talk
At a New York Civic Federation dinner Justice Gaynor accused corporations of improper motives. August Helmont retorted that the insinuation was unqualified and said the federation pressed the commission to remain impartial while still bearing expenses.
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Cornered Ex-Convict Shoots Self After Wife Shooting
Los Angeles May 22 ex convict E. C. Berges who attempted to kill his wife by four gunshots, killed himself when cornered by detectives. Beggs had been in hiding beyond Rastlake Park. he held a revolver and fired a single shot into his brain.
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Fire breaks out in horror mine in Paris district
Fire again erupted this morning in the Courrieres mine in Paris, the scene of the recent disaster, renewing concerns about safety and rescue efforts at the site.
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Murderers to Marry after Court Upholds Death Penalty
In Jefferson City on May 22 the supreme court affirmed the death sentences of Frank Hottman and Agnes Myers for killing Myers husband to enable their marriage. The pair were slated to hang on June 29.
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