18 Nov 1912
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1912
Page
1
On November 30, 1926, Renton coal mine strikers appeared before U S District Judge Cushman cited by Jakey Furth for contempt. The men, described as violent strike-breakers, were accused of aggression as they labeled workers as scabs while mine labor unrest spread nationwide.
Comptroller Harry faces recall petitions with 5000 shortfall. Names on the petition form T1004 found valid by Chief Reis Gerk Gaines and corps. Recall election timing hinges on filings. Private property issues loom as attorney George H. Rummens reclaims actions for strikers. Furth contends blanket injunction covers contempt risks while calling strikers scab and violent. Furth’s accusations rely on vague charges of violence and information.
The Star presents first photographs from Seattle showing civilians enduring war in Thrace. A critique argues war affects common people on both sides, not just generals and troops, and pleads for recognition of human cost and compassion amid conflict.
A brief municipal note outlines curfew enforcement as lights flicker and officers consider renewed curfew hours for youths in Los Angeles. The message urges boys and men to return home promptly as late evening events unfold.
A coastal storm disrupts activity at ports in Oregon and at Dix Werning locations. conditions expected to worsen as night falls with rough seas and potential delays across multiple facilities along the coast.
C. E. Houston and John H. Bullock, convicted of defrauding the government on coal bids, were not sentenced in federal court as cases were postponed to this evening after a private attorney agreement.
Over 100 delegates from Washington commercial bodies meet in Tacoma to discuss the state's exhibit at the Panama Pacific Exposition in 1915. J. E. Chilberg of the Seattle Chamber of Commerce may be named chairman as Seattle delegates push for a legislative appropriation.
British marines and blue jackets landed in Constantinople to guard the American Embassy after Turkish government consented to foreign forces. Dispatch to Ambassador Rockhill notes 116 Marines and sailors from the War Powers arriving to bolster the guard as tensions rise in the capital.
W H Allen a gray haired businessman lies dying from chloroform taken in a personal crisis atop the Y M C A building. Several men including C D Bronner N B Healey H L Rowse Karl Van Halen Earl Brown Lionel Dean Robert Johnson BE Taylor confessed to forming a vice clique to ruin young boys in a Portland probe sparked by Y M C A officials. Johnson remains to be examined and Rigo fled earlier.
A collection of humorous Q and A exchanges offering tongue in cheek guidance. The queries range from employment for a cripple with a wooden leg to recipe requests for scrambled oysters and advice on self control. A recurring theme is witty, often blunt, social commentary through concise replies.
Informal talks in the Henry building assembly hall led to plans for a permanent progressive group in King County and a statewide organization. A mass meeting will be held next Saturday to establish dues paying bodies aimed at promoting progressive legislation and ideals.
Following a university visit by L. J. Donovan George B Long and E B Blake leading Northwest lumbermen from the Pacific Logging Congress a movement began to establish a dedicated chair of logging at the university The trio praised the forestry school and its work and urged support for the new chair
Weather notice reports rain tonight and Tuesday with rising southeasterly winds. Noon temperature listed as 51 degrees.
Fragmented items report a mix of sensational brief notes. Topics touch on Captain Cody aviation incidents, suffragette schooner missions, social curiosities, a hair pulling episode, and a Camden contractor faking robbery to wed, with an old man offering travel funds.
A sharp punch at the base of the eye tooth disables victims and a one armed footpad, known as Charley, arrives in town with a robber’s craft. His partner, a pegleg posing as a shoe string seller, works Broad daylight street corner swindles.
County Clerk D K Sickels dismisses six deputies for political reasons after securing victory for his son Will K Sickels. He says the county Clerk's office is a Republican party office and acted once confident his son won the election. He cites loyalty to Aldrich Penrose and Lorimer as the motive.
Vienna reports Turkish forces repulsed Bulgarian advance as 2000 sailors and marines land in Constantinople to deter a massacre. Cholera rages, civilians appeal to powers, and winter, cholera, and European tension loom as Austria readies forces on the Hungarian frontier and a Baltic naval show of strength.
Wireless message from North Yakima summoned Gen. E Defoe to ride to Seattle where he opened fire on his wife s paramedics and two young farmers Hagerman aged 19 died from a brain wound Ogburn 19 suffered a leg injury Hagerman s body lay on the dash as Defoe fired a second shot before fleeing to a bed where his revolver lay Police report his wife begged forgiveness and a North Yakima inquest is planned for Hagerman s death
Judge George W Sampson failed to convene court or appoint bailiffs as planned. Deputy Prosecutor Evans informed the county auditor that Sampson was not duly elected for the two months term since the special election was not proclaimed by the governor. He may file mandamus against the auditor, risking a $666 salary if the term ends before a ruling.
Edwin F. Meyer was acquitted by a federal jury Saturday night after a three week trial on charges of conspiring with J. A. Kettlewell and P. H. Wheeler to defraud the government in purchasing supplies for the Bremerton navy yard.
A Panton and London Co advertisement promises Tuesday shoppers special inducements with reductions from regular prices. The Star’s ad page highlights money saving opportunities for frugal households and invites readers to rent unused rooms via a Star wanted ad.
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