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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1907
Page
8
The report states Ryan and McClurg were vindicated after a trial involving James Forney and alleged attempts to fix outcomes. It notes prosecutors presented facts and that Ryan’s and Jorney’s attorney addressed the civil commission charges.
Brief items from the Megraph column cover Shonta Sheats and a former commission chairwoman, looming nuptials, a new gene see, women linked to an alleged incident, fake fire reports, a Union Pacific notice speaking on recent unrest, Roosevelt’s arrival and political shifts, and land timber transactions including 1884 acres sold for oats payment.
DVOLIN May 28 report notes T. PL O'Con nor reelected president of the United Irish league of CGireal Britain yesterday as preparations continue for the Portland Rose carnival to be held next month headed by O Conner Lengue.
Chicago authorities target Boledman K. Pord, tied to the wrecked Tithe and Trust Company run by M and K Ford of Philadelphia. The case centers on allegations of fraud and embezzlement involving prominent local figures.
New York juror W. K. Steele told a justice he is penniless after serving on the Harry K Thaw trial. He reportedly landed a large contract during the jury service. John W. Gates reportedly fell on hard times after sacrificing millions to debts on Wall Street while clinging to a stock bull in a steadily falling market.
L Forrest a real estate man was arrested with several well dressed vagrants from Yeslar Way on a disorderly conduct charge. Denied a telephone to arrange bail he spent a few hours in the city prison before being released on personal recognizance.
A Guatemalan minister's dispatch reports four men accused in the April 22 plot against President Cabrera killed themselves rather than be captured. Surrounded by officers, they opened fire and then took their own lives.
A romance blossomed in Beattie during Miss Anpoa Roberts' marriage to James Brasell, a wealthy Oklahoma lumberman. Brasell, who once traveled with Shriners to Seattle, is linked to the event as the groom. The Washington & Oregon Timber Co. bought 208 acres in Clackamas County, Oregon for 125000 dollars, paying about 60 dollars an acre, adding to earlier holdings of 21 acres in the area.
Vecanitary sinks and closets meas sewer as and typhoid We instel modern extorts at reas onable prices G. H. Brown Plumb ing Co. 22 Pine Street. Both phones.
Samuel McMurran of Seattle presses Pierce county prosecutor Rowland to charge the mate of the Marion Joseph with manslaughter after Saul McMurran, a crewman, drowns off Tacoma. Two sailors accuse the mate, but their credibility is questioned. The father also clashed with the prosecutor over alleged neglect. A second incident reports Harry Barton, an alleged check artist, arrested for passing bad papers at a Western bar.
Two young highwaymen robbed Robert Meyers near Seatue Transfer company last night. Meyers shouted for help and aided by a passing bystander a rout broke out. one youth was captured. The assailant named Roy Randall is 13 years old.
A prowler, caught leaving a freight car with a box of honey, confronted Patrolman Russey late last night. The suspect fled after Russey fired, sustaining a bullet wound to the leg.
Charles A. Goddard, manager of the Pacific Iron and Steel Works, travels east to hire men to replace strikers in local foundries. A committee from the Pacific Coast Foundrymen's Association and the National Foundrymen's Association backs the drive. Strikers claim eastern workers won’t be available, while employers expect full operation in a few weeks.
A. W. Meselbach was arrested yesterday afternoon for beating his wife while on a train to Montapa. In default of a $250 bail, he was sent to the county jail. his wife will begin divorce proceedings immediately.
Kent May 22 The graduating class of sixteen will stage Goldsmiths play Tho Stoops to Conquer as class day exercises. The performance is set for next Tuesday night at the opera house. Cast includes Mr Hardenastle Edwin Mitchell Mrs Hardcastle Lela Cooke and Miss.
The list includes Kate Hardcastie Mildred Davies Mine Constance Neville Kate Hoy ker Tony Lumpkin and others as principal and minor actors. Ernest Johnson Frank Smith Ada line Moltke Helen Welsh Marguerite Madison Hattie Kunkle maid and Vera Time as participants. Robertson travels to Mt Vernon for family news while Guiberson returns from Portland after dental college study. Mrs Drumm hosted an Auburn art exhibit. Ruth Abbott and Hanson contribute to local municipal events.
Oriental Billiard and Pool Parlour at 1413 Third Ave adds eight new tables and unveils Beattle’s only 6x10 pool table. The venue bills itself as a place for gentlemen. 980
The Yonemite steamer will offer a special excursion on Puget Sound Saturday at 2 PM after a full renovation. Pacific Excursion Company operates the trip with H Beatty as president, Fred Stel as secretary treasurer, Captain Thomas Grant master, and John Promberger as general manager.
A grocer promises a full refund to customers who dislike Schil lug’s Best coffee, signaling confidence in the product. The notice urges shoppers to speak up if unsatisfied and assures compensation.
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