10 Nov 1905
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1905
Page
1
Mutinous sailors surround troops as riots erupt in Kronstadt. The revolt fills the scene with chaos as censors report guards and civilians clashing, the czar retreating to the palace while mobs threaten Jewish communities amid ongoing upheaval.
Report says 3,900 sailors mutinied and fought with 7,000 troops and artillery in Kronstadt. Two hundred sailors still resist as authorities call for more forces while the city remains tense and quiet between outbreaks. Admiral Nebogatoff returns home claiming sacrifice saved 2,000 of his division.
A chaotic scene unfolds as August Toellner threatens editor Stewart in a rambling talk at the city meeting. The ex post office worker is accused of cannibalistic threats over a disputed publication.
Helen Johnson, age 17, and Ae Johnson were wed at Peraguimea. She lay dead with a pistol wound in the head and three bullets. He suffered multiple gunshot wounds. The couple disappeared after the wedding night and were later found in their room.
Letter from Colonel A. J. Blethen complains that The Times Investment cowpens owns all Blethen family property including clothing and wearing apparel and that the auditor was notified yet the property is taxed against Blethen.
A critical letter accuses Colonel Blethen of massive personal property underreporting and perjury. It cites his Highland mansion, Times Plant value claims, Clarence’s assets, and exaggerated paper wealth, contrasting editorials with assessors and alleging chances of blackmail against any increase.
West Seattle camps over municipal ownership with the “Dirty Dozen” opposing city control and seeking immediate annexation to Beattie. Emil De Neuf leads the Citizens ticket, while Diller group pushes rapid consolidation and streetcar ownership plans amid ferry and water system ambitions.
Louise Platton, who weighed 265 pounds, sued Seattle Electric claiming lack of due care in letting her seat herself in a car months ago. Friday morning she was awarded 817 damages for personal injury.
A Kitsap county divorce matter involving Mrs Yuro T Olsen and Hogan Olsen shifts to King county court after a judge from Kitsap sits on the bench. The pending complaint outlines domestic troubles to be argued on Saturday as a Victoria BC dispatch notes a separate international register dispute and a freight wreck near Balubpfields WV with three trainmen killed.
New York investigation opens with ballot box theft claims and grand jury actions led by Attorney General Mayer and Prosecuting Attorney Jerome. Hearst accuses misattribution of thousands of votes while alderman Haggerty faces assault charges and Voorhis is subpoenaed over registry books.
The Seattle Commercial club invites members to its next gathering in the Alaska building rooms. Rev M A Matthews and James A Moore will headline. The club experiences rapid growth with new members daily, and receipts for annual dues attract attention amid lively talk of luck numbers and enthusiasm. The meeting is scheduled for Monday night.
William Barnes of Albany testified in the insurance inquiry recounting decades of service to various companies. He described recommending changes in management and blasted Equitable, arguing reforms failed and a single powerful leader still governs.
A man at the Argonaut lodging house accuses a woman of stealing his watch chain and $12 after a May night stay. He refuses to face publicity. police note he sought a formal report and money return amid fear. Separately, G W Currier reports $220 loss from a saloon chair theft. A federal grand jury indicts Frank Burns and Jack Heath for a June 30 post office and store robbery. The corner stone for a new Roman Catholic cathedral will be laid at Columbia and Terry with a sermon by Bishop Carroll.
Bank clearings show 1,109,039.31 for November 4, 1905 and 1,073,150,074 for November 10, 1904, with an increase over last year. The steamship San Juan, with 179,000 pounds of halibut, arrived from Alaska amid very foggy northern seas. Steamer Cottage City sails for Skagway Friday night carrying 40 passengers and freight.
Diphtheria has struck the Sunset Telephone company with two reported cases among 19 year old operators Maggie Rectinwold and Leo Mounts. Both lived at South 17th and Belmont addresses and have stopped work after illness. Investigators found they shared a receiver, suggesting cross infection. City health officer Dr. Ludlow ordered assessment of outbreak extent and emphasized receiver disinfection by the company.
The Puget Sound Navigation steamer Bellingham, en route Seattle to Port Angeles, grounded on Protection Island in heavy fog at 9:15 am. Captain McAlpine commanded, after leaving Port Williams at 8:30. Arcata revenue cutter assisted. salvage expected with little damage. The vessel previously carried the name Willapa.
A sailor Louis Hanson faces trial after allegedly attempting to assault six year old Pauline Roff on a beach. Bystanders intervened, rescuing the child as Hanson tried to flee. The jury heard the testimony and the judge instructed them at noon.
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