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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1911
Page
3
The document exposes how detective Burns obtained letters and telegrams between Alden J. Blethen and Wappenstein amid a Seattle political fight. It details Blethen's warnings and plans involving Wardall, Powers, Gill, and others, with references to a safety vault and ongoing investigations.
Wappenstein sought more time to post 20000 bail on a new indictment as Judge Main plans to rule today on a change of venue. Morris cited affidavits alleging jury handpicking while the judge kept juror names secret to prevent tampering. Affidavits questioned juror selection and delays, with continuance requested as arguments proceed.
Grand jury accuses Alden J. Blethen C B Blethen W Wappenstein Ludovic Dalla giovanna Charles Berryman Mike Powers and The Times Printing Co of conspiracy to shield gambling houses prostitution rings and intoxication venues in Seattle through July to September 1910. Also charges maintaining Arcade Dance Hall as a public nuisance with Blethen and Wappenstein alleged to have aided Dalla giovanna and Berryman.
Courthouse commissioners trimmed several payroll items after questioning road supervisors per diem. Deputy game warden, courthouse janitor, and stenographer faced pay cuts while debate continued on the night watchman and outside prisoner feeding funds. Sheriff Hodge contested, leaving one decision unresolved.
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