Gill's Case Reaches Jury In Web of Murder Trial
Carrie Kersh faces murder charges in the Grand Hotel killing of A Johnson on June 20. Webb, testifying for Kersh, claims she did not aid his crime and cites alleged third degree methods used in Portland jails to extract confessions as the trial proceeds with Judge Morrow presiding.
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Hand picked Tacoma convention on supreme court nominations sparks battle
A Tacoma based Republican convention opposes direct primary nomination of supreme court justices, signaling the party line for the coming legislature. Voters face a choice between backing the convention and its platform or supporting Non-Partisan nominees who favor public nominating rights. The issue hinges on November 8 and pits people against big interests.
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Election outcomes and party struggles reshape 1912 contests
Nov 5 reports from national and state races show Taft and conservatives favored by some by a majority. Dix and Harmon battles in New York and Ohio, with tariff opposition cited as a key factor. Johnson versus Bell in California and Wilson in New Jersey highlight a volatile political landscape ahead of March senatorial and gubernatorial takedowns.
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Hillman Loses Bid to Set Aside Judgment
In superior court Judge Main overruled D. Hillman's bid to set aside a judgment against him by Bert R. Williams. Hillman must pay $126.60. In the same court a judgment awarded The Star its costs in a suit brought by Millman, which was dismissed last Saturday.
Woman Ends Life After Calculated Struggle
Police described a Seattle case where a woman tied a rope around her neck and waist and used heavy items to sink beneath a junk heap on tide flats. Investigators noted cool calculation and meticulous preparation as she faced death, leaving the motive a lasting mystery.
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Mayor Gill fires Lighting Chief Arms amid recall tensions
Report notes an imminent upheaval as Mayor Gill dismisses Richard M. Arms, while recall fervor grows. A boastful letter from Humphrey to Collier's Weekly and railway push for a Non-Partisan Judiciary ticket color the political scene. Local towns Batlard and Georgetown celebrate lack of opposition in the fighting business, though events remain potential.
Porter's Despondent Cashier Vanishes After Threatened Note
J R Owens reports fear of suicide for Forest E Porter once cashier of the South Side bank in Los Angeles. Porter, 33, registered at Seattle Athletic Club, wrote a note about a misspent life, handed belongings to a woman, and left with a revolver. His disappearance follows the bank's absorption by Traders Bank.
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Annulment Sought After Alleged Bigamy Claim
Ralph A. Smith files for annulment claiming Evelyn Smith is already married to another man and that her real name is Ethel. He says she has left him since the wedding.
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Bowman arraigned in gambling club case in restricted district
William Bowman was arraigned in superior court this morning on charges tied to a negro gambling club in the restricted district. He pleaded not guilty and is out on $1,500 bail.
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Independent Non-Partisan Judiciary Ticket Named
Voters are advised to mark the ticket headed Independent Non-Partisan Judiciary with five names: Charles E Shepard Hans Bugge William Hickman Moore Preston M Troy Warren W Tol man. Do not vote for supreme court judges outside this ticket to ensure your ballot counts.
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Investigators to Probe Star Case Linking Furth and City Light
The Star reports a political alliance between Jacob Furth of the power trust and Mayor Gill affecting the city light plant. Kellogg announces a council committee will investigate all city departments including the light department. Probing will start after prior investigations.
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The Slotting Dream of a Modern Flat
A humorous essay imagines gas, milk, and doughnuts dispensed by coin operated slots in an urban apartment. The writer riffs on convenience, including a fantasy milk cow in the yard and workers paid by the hour through a time slot, ending with the limitless potential of slot machines.
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Anastasia
Weather Forecast Rain Tonight and Sunday Brisk Winds
Rain is forecast for tonight and Sunday with brisk southerly winds. Temperatures are not provided in the readable text. The forecast emphasizes wet conditions and strong winds ahead of the weekend.
Portland to Rank Fourth in U S Population
Seattle reports that Portland is likely to be the fourth largest city in the United States when the census figures are announced. San Francisco leads, Los Angeles second, Seattle third, with Portland above 28th place. Officials note possible recounts by Tacoma and caution on when Seattle figures will be released.
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Iowa Population Figures From Census Bureau
Washington reports the census bureau announces Iowa's population as 2,224,771. The release notes the state total as of today, November 5, with the nationwide census update highlighting Iowa's growth.
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Crooked Finger Tom Ryan Sought on Perjury Charge
Alleged gambler and go between Tom Ryan, known as Crooked Finger, is wanted on a perjury charge. He testified before a council investigating committee about the Grimm Club on First Avenue and cannot be found.
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Well Says Anastasia Bunny Quits After Saloon Visit
A Ballard man reports his pet rabbit followed him into a saloon and was given beer as a joke. The rabbit enjoyed the drink and now visits the saloon daily for a sip before returning home.
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