28 May 1910
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1910
Page
1
Discussion centers on fixing maximum grade for Madison street and other streets used by cable cars. Authorities argue police power allows broader application while opponents fear greater operation costs and restrictive form. Court references note need for general ordinance affecting all streets with cable care.
In a court session Judge Gilliam took under advisement the bid by Madison Street property owners to halt Seattle Electric Co from converting Madison Street cable line between Broadway and Lake Washington to an electric line. Attorneys argued franchise rights from 1960 allow either system while opponents cited safety concerns and 14 percent grades.
Fragmentary text indicates a local government ordinance regarding Kellogg’s franchises and continuation of operations. Details are unclear, but mentions new ordinance approval and continuity of existing franchise terms.
Harley Queener funeral services in Cottage Grove marked the longest in Rev. W. A. Elkins era. Beginning at 2 PM, the sermon extended to 6 PM as the minister addressed mourners while workers widened the grave using dynamite after the casket could not be lowered.
The forecast calls for showers tonight and Sunday with moderate south winds. The details emphasize wet conditions likely affecting outdoor plans and travel. Environmental conditions may influence road surfaces and visibility during the two-day window.
In a probate dispute, a man faces a court case over a will that could leave his fortune to his mother or another beneficiary. The article notes a pending decision with implications for relationships and inheritance.
County Commissioner Carrigan accuses Sheriff Hodge in a newspaper dispute over slot machine burnings. Deputy Clerk Springer asserts 202 machines were burned, disputes Carrigan’s claim of seven. Court records show 262 machines owned by P. R. Pechtner and Jean Romano were ordered destroyed, countering Carrigan’s repeated assertions.
William S. Lorimer appeared before the Senate to demand an investigation into bribery allegations tied to his U S Senate election. He blamed the Chicago Tribune, denied Illinois legislators took bribes, and called the White article a forgery. He warned the Tribune aims to force him from public life and bow to Republican editors. Fourteen marriage licenses were issued, three divorce filings filed, and one decree granted in King County yesterday.
Pete Muldoon returns in a new role for Ballard as they meet Pontiac of Seattle at Ballard Park. Game starts at 8 o clock with Muldoon catching for Ballard and McDermot pitching.
Daring drivers prepare for a record cash race at the Indianapolis motordome on Decoration Day. Competitors include Narney Oldfield Robert son De Palme Chevrolet Strang and other merchants as they vie to crown the champion. The track has been rebuilt after a deadly opening event. safety measures and spectator protection are emphasized. Speedway racing replaces road racing with the Western Verbilt cup race canceled and other events rescheduled.
Attorney Vertrees for Ballinger defended the Interior Department policy amid the congressional investigation. He attacked the Pinchot Garfield-Claylie faction as visionary while praising Ballinger as a public servant of high stature. He attacked Kerby and Garfield and praised clerks and Finney as vindicating Ballinger, denouncing Hoyt as overbearing.
Four Kansas youths traveling by freight train to see Jeffries Johnson prizefight in San Francisco were killed and two others injured in a Missouri Pacific wreck near Salina. The dead were John Banks, 17, and Clarence Bloominger, 18. Injured were Clarence Dishman and Alva Netherthon, both 18, from Kansas City. They planned to attend the championship bout.
A mosaic of brief notes from across the United States and abroad includes naval rumors about Russian warships, a claim by Admiral Togo, a highwayman encounter in Portland, and a land speculation tease regarding the United States Steel venture. It also reports Oklahoma travelers headed to New York to see Col. Roosevelt, a bequest mix up in Waukernr, and small local items about births, deaths, and a court cross complaint.
John T. Thompson, a Seattle Electric track laborer living at 4475 Whitman, was seriously injured when an auto driven by Edward Mickelson struck him as they turned from 12th Avenue onto Weller. Mickelson surrendered at police headquarters with partner Joe McGill. Thompson rushed to Beattie General Hospital.
The court martial board at Fort Caswell has completed the hearing against Lieut. Anderson of the 149th coast artillery who commanded the mortar battery that fired on the quartermaster's steamer. A verdict was expected tonight after adjournment.
In Spokane on Main and Stephens John Berg of Sprague was hit on the head by what was described as a meteorite tail fragment from Halley's comet. He was taken to the emergency hospital. tusk-like scalp injuries were found. Police suspect a brick thrown by an Irishman, possibly named O'Brien.
Superior Judge Gay denied Vince J. Tuttle a divorce from Ruth Frances Tuttle setting a tone that Seattle is too lax for divorces as nine of twelve applicants secured decrees. Others faced skepticism. several were refused while some divorces were granted to others including Edward Rank and Mary Evangelisti amid court scrutiny.
Mary E. Armitage told Judge Gay that Greenwood Armitage left Seattle with $60,000 in cash, abandoning his wife who relied on friends. Judge granted a divorce and $15,500 judgment, noting the husband may be in Canada and the money could not be located.
J W Scriber, cashier at the Farmers and Traders National Bank of La Grande Oregon, was convicted by a jury in the U S district court for wrecking the bank. He will begin serving time at McNeills Island federal prison after sentencing by Judge Bean next week.
Three men died when the motor boat Star overturned off Cold Springs Island near Holly Beach last night. Rescue efforts followed as the accident occurred on the coast, leaving investigators to determine the cause and identify the victims.
A suggested classified ad promoting the Star ad service. Encourages readers to call Main 9400 or Ind 441 to place a notice and address their wishes and worries by dictating an advertisement to The Star.
A major blaze in the old Sixth Avenue hotel area caused about one million dollars in damage. Nearly all structures between Washington and Third streets and Sixth and Seventh avenues south were affected. The J. L Case implement building Pittsburg Plate Glass Waterburg implement and two threshing machine houses burned. one man seriously injured. St Paul sent fire units to assist Minneapolis.
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