27 Nov 1912
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1912
Page
1
A drunken incident ends with Father O'Brien being urged to take the pledge. The judge notes the priest’s return to Slim Quiet Life as he helps the penitent woman and contemplates his role in guiding parishioners toward abstinence. The piece recounts community views on drinking and reform.
After a decade of service the rector of the Church of Our Lady of Good Help departs Seattle. He served four years at the cathedral and four more as rector, active in public movements and known for tireless work. A public reception at the Coliseum tonight expresses regret.
Mrs. Nancy J. Heiman seeks in King County Superior Court a judicial notice of a July 1 1912 letter from Spokane alleging Heiman distributed affections among several affinities. The suit aims to dissolve the marriage on grounds of infidelity and abandonment.
Community mourns at Bethlehem German church as Dr. Seeger vanishes while walking near the lake. Neighbors and police search along the shore with reports of a possible sighting near the Rainier valley car. Wife and children stay hopeful amid unanswered questions and missed services.
The Star notes turkey costs about thirty cents a pound and imagines a reader calm amid a Thanksgiving story. It highlights The Ryther Kiddies at 1262 Denny Way and Star Babies with six Seattle youngsters in need, asking readers to write with full details for adoption or aid.
Residents along with Professor Samuel L Hoathroyde of the University of Washington observed a strange plume around Mt Rainier. Weather forecaster in Tacoma attributed the event to unusual local climatic conditions and no eruption occurred.
Washington figures show Democratic candidate Charles G. Heifner of the First district spent 2464 dollars, the highest campaign outlay in the state. Will R. Humphrey follows at 2073, Landon 1504, La Follette 1456, Falconer 1939, and Bryan 1292.
A. A. Nordskog, detective accused of tapping Burna Detective Agency telephone lines, was arraigned this morning in superior court on an information charging injury to a public utility. Through attorney Frank Hammond he asked for delay until Saturday to enter his plea. Judge Ronald granted the request.
A weather update notes a rain forecast for tonight or Thursday, accompanied by moderate southerly winds. The noon temperature is recorded at 48 degrees.
Attorney General Wickersham announces a planned world tour with Mrs. Wickersham after his retirement from public service. The statement was made in Washington on November 27.
In Waukegan Illinois on November 27 another death from the corn starch plant explosion was reported, bringing the identified dead to ten. Six others remain critically ill in hospital and two bodies believed buried in the ruins.
United Press reports Andrew Carnegie announced plans to donate nearly all his fortune, leaving $25 million in his will and directing the rest to the Carnegie Corporation of New York. He said the move reflects a belief that service to others is the highest form of worship.
President Taft and Supreme Court justices attended the funeral of United States Senator Isylor Rayner of Maryland in Washington. The service occurred at 2 o'clock with interment at Rock Creek cemetery.
Revised figures tabulated by State Statistician Cremin show Wallace the progressive elector ahead of Griffin 147 votes after unofficial counts through noon. Alameda and Los Angeles counties are excluded from the official tally.
In Sacramento on November 27 a commission was formed to study conditions for the anticipated immigrant influx with the Panama Canal opening. An initial appropriation of 50 000 dollars will fund the effort. Socialists plan a Thanksgiving dinner Thursday from 3 to 6 and an event at 1416 7th Ave near Dreamland rink. Damages of 10 093 dollars are sought from Noble Hospital by James and Rushna Rothwell in a case begun yesterday in the fourth court, alleging scalding water injuries.
Mrs. Max Ingersoll has her husband jailed in Portland and faints at the bars, while he swoons at the sight. Emma James of Oakland seeks a divorce after alleging her dog was used as a weapon. Jesus Talamares from Mexico faces a judge over a green orange incident. Joe Harty weds Molly Symes in Portland with a Wil lamette canoe honeymoon. An Oakland hold up is thwarted when James Cox walks away. Los Angeles voters allow smoking on street cars as city council weighs an antiharpin ordinance.
The Thanksgiving Day issue of The Star offers bright entertaining features ideal for after-dinner reading. It promises lively content and engaging items to enjoy during a festive holiday.
"Redman" who had contemplated suicide because of poverty now faces job offers after The Star reported his case. Cynthia Grey sent him to Open Door of the Brotherhood league on King Street, averting the triple tragedy. He has options including $4.50 a day with a local automobile dealer and a rent free home offer from GB Bachelier of University station.
Mrs. Pansy Lesh is found not guilty of murdering Mrs. Quaintance after jurors accept temperary instructions. Prosecutor declines charges in the Coe poisoning case. Lesh released after confessing to administering poison but court deems the confession invalid. She heads to Jacksonville then Los Angeles, amid public sympathy and a note of past neglect from church members.
Max Zeeve of 912 16th Avenue was killed instantly when his motorcycle collided with Butterworth & Sons' limousine at the Boylston corner on Hostoway. Zeeve swerved to avoid the crash, struck the curb, was thrown over the handlebars, and crushed his skull on a telegraph pole.
Ross Improvement club passed resolutions in favor of heated street cars and a state appropriation of 12000 dollars for the Blethen chimes. The group drew a petition asking the council for lights on Third and Fifth avenues west.
Nov 27 report says Russia will Stand firmly behind Servia in holding all territory wrested from the Turks including the Adriatic. Austria rejects Germany's arbitration proposal fueling European alarm. Russian army transports reportedly assembled at Sebastopol with an army corps modified.
Mrs. Caroline Spinks secured a preliminary victory in a habeas corpus dispute over the dying patient Samuel Tubbs. Mrs. Tubbs had sought to move him from his mother’s home to her own residence, with her lawyer suggesting dismissal for safety reasons before a scheduled hearing before Judge Ronald.
In Olympia on November 27 Mrs Nellie Hinds was jailed for the murder of her husband Herman Hinds. She testified her plea will be the defense in a case that arose after she had begun divorce proceedings and shot when her husband allegedly broke into their Skookum Chuck River home with three children present. Deputy Bruley transported both bodies to Olympia.
Ortie E. McManigal, a self confessed dynamiter, is expected to leave the stand after cross examination by Senator John W. Kern. His testimony on alleged nationwide dynamitings remains largely unshaken as the union men on trial for transporting dynamite face further questions.
The judiciary committee considered the mayor's veto of the Griffiths ordinance restricting police arresting powers. The measure had previously passed unanimously but faced numerous protests from several organizations urging caution about potential dangers in the bill.
A dispatch from Vienna to Matin quotes Austrian Foreign Minister Berchtold saying war is inevitable if Serbia rejects the Balkan proposals. The remark reflects growing tensions ahead of possible Austrian action.
Nazim Pasha rejected the Bulgarian peace offer in Constantinople today. Gen. Saroff agreed to consider counter Turkish proposals, but prospects for an agreement remained slight. Bulgaria reportedly offers no European territory beyond Constantinople and nominal sovereignty over Albania.
Report from Belgrade says two divisions about 30,000 men from the crown prince of Greece's army near Monastir are being moved by rail to bolster Bulgarian forces at Adrianople and Tchatalja. Ten thousand Turkish prisoners are held at Monastir.
In Paris a Bertillon identification reveals a prisoner, listed as Bretcher, has been serving for Fedide who faced only a 10 day sentence. The swap began when Bretcher, jailed for swindling, offered Fedide $100 a month to stay in jail in his stead. Fedide agreed and complied.
Port commissioners opened bids this morning for Salmon Bay and East Waterway terminal projects with an estimated cost around 475000. A dozen bids were received mostly for subcontract work, while only three bids came in for dredging. No awards will be made until detailed bid reviews are completed.
Seattle Star lists announcements from hotels and cafes planning Thanksgiving dinners downtown. Readers are urged to consult these notices for dining options and to place want ads for exchanges, sales, or room rentals at low cost. The paper notes circulation exceeding 40 000 copies daily.
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