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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1907
Page
12
A partial OCR fragment references a man at a location and a date in May, offering limited readable details. The text shows corrupted names and stray symbols making exact identification impossible. The readable bits suggest a local event mention without clear participants or context.
Tacoma police close down a patent medicine troupe led by the Phenomenal LaFayette after raids reveal a fraudulent act. The Great Walton agrees to leave Tacoma to avoid further legal action as eight musicians and three actors are released on bail.
Portraying Gov Hoggatt’s Seattle appearance as official Alaska representation the weekly Nome editorial condemns his status and remarks as not reflecting the will of the Alaskan people. The piece notes opposition by thousands of American voters seeking self government for Alaska.
A new panel fills Judge Wood's court as the May wood trial resumes in Hoike Idaho. The lineup includes farmers, laborers, merchants and traders, signaling a more diverse jury pool. Jurors are to be sworn by Saturday with evidence likely beginning next week.
Annie Williams a sixteen year old waitress lies in precarious condition at her Beventh avenue home after an attack in the Anaconda saloon. Mrs Mary Madden is jailed after patrolman Dolan arrested her following the assault.
In San Francisco on May 31 Judge Donne Dietrict and District Attorney Langdon will convene a grand jury to investigate Chief Dinan. The inquiry centers on alleged tampering and lumbering related misconduct.
The city debates a signed unsigned salary ordinance for the street superintendent with mayor and councilmen Sawyer Reynolds Murphy vetoing or withholding warrants. The monthly appropriation exists but warrants lack agreement, risking court intervention as Mayor Moore declines warrants pending resolution.
A chaotic late night shooting on Kentucky Street left a man named Reddish mortally wounded after opening fire on an unidentified target. Moran and Strong reported shots, Moran survived, and the suspect was captured and hospitalized. Reddish's mental state was described as insane by authorities.
The readable portion mentions a discussion by officials at a council or venue including a Browns journalist and a New Zealand reference. It hints at open air activities and a comparison to walking, but concrete facts are not clear.
In Grand Forks on May 31 Bella Dannan, 24, struck her sister Emma, 24, with stove wood after a dispute over family duties. Emma died after lingering several hours. The coroner will hold an inquest. Both sisters were well regarded. Bella had a noted violent temper.
The Seattle Spirit magazine releases its second issue with June number on stands. It features a Renfro cartoon and AP cover design, plus a story by Frank LeMerrick. A noted improvement earns public support for the publication.
Store ad notes a department devoted entirely to suits for extra large men at W. B. Hutchinson & Co. located at the corner of 2nd and Union, highlighting selection and specialization for large sizes.
May B1 reports a San Francisco jury pool of 18 from 75 drawn for the Behmita case. Ex-Police Commissioner Gustave Ambsen and Parkside Realty officials face bribery charges, arraignments postponed to next week. several indicted gas officials also extended continuances.
Spokane May 31 William Thompson, once with Beattie Insurance and later in the railroad field, killed himself in the city jail by taking strychnine. He had been arrested after domestic trouble that drove his wife to leave him.
Albert Reeke shows improvement from yesterday. His brother Harry donated a square foot of skin for a graft to his leg to avoid amputation. Both brothers remain in the Minor hospital, with Harry recovering and expected to leave soon.
City civil service commission orders heads of departments to report all employees carried over on Ballard payroll. They will stay in service as emergency workers until exams are available. Many Ballard employees have already passed civil service tests.
A Washington Mattress wagon pulled by a team of horses lurched to the bay when frightened by the wagon’s loading at 8 am at Maynard and Charles. One horse was fatally injured and had to be shot by Humane Officer Vaupell. Police query whether the auto patrol is a hoodoo amid a record May arrest surge.
Mrs Margaret De Han begins her duties as police matron after a scheduling change by Chief Wappenstein. De Han was set to start June 1 but Matron Kelly, recently appointed at the county jail, took a vacation, allowing De Han to begin a day early.
The record for the month shows 8 cases of amalipes, 15 of diphtheria and 18 of ecariet fever, with the victim relocated to the peet hence from dows town heeteiry.
Eugene V. Debs departs Bollée under scrutiny from Socialist leaders and attorneys Derrowart Mien Ardeon, as observers watch the unfolding session.
In Tacoma on May 2 a report states W Murt, father of Mr Overtfield, has asked Dr Calhoun of Michiaedom for the liberty of Rether Mitchell when the criminal insane are moved to the new ward at Wella Wala.
W Hutchinson Co. reports suits for extra large men aiming at better fit and comfort. The catalog highlights durable fabrics and sizes designed for taller wearers, with emphasis on sturdy construction and value.
Matthew Moore sues the city of Beattie seeking 10142 for injuries after a rattling plank on Rainier Boulevard spooked his horse, caused the bogey to crash into a ditch, and left him with injuries and mental anguish. The report notes the incident and a separate Chicago note about Gen Kuroki being a guest at a banquet with Mikado toasts.
Superintendent Prask Cooper with Architect Symeon Stephens and Assistant Secretary B C Terry visit Ballard to take possession of Mallard district property now part of Battle district. Action on Ballard teachers and principals is undecided.
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