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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1903
Page
5
A jumble of brief items from various places notes unusual incidents. An Affegan Michigan man faces insanity charges after eloping with his mother in law. A Lincoln Nebraska wedding fine, a Kansas preacher scolds feathers and wedding clash, and other disconnected vignettes about milk inspectors, spankings, and odd dreams.
Fragments describe a journalist recovering $16 700 from shooting days earlier and a quirky mix of quotes about reporters. A fortune teller inquiry ends with an Indiana man collapsing after asking about his life expectancy.
A fragmented report notes a New Jersey man tying the knot for the sixth time, with stray references to varied topics and unrelated lines about heroes, revolutions, and Milwaukee, offering little coherent detail.
Mrs Dora George files for divorce from Henry George on grounds of cruelty and obtains a restraining order from Superior Judge Bell preventing contact until October 7 when he must appear to contest permanence. The couple live in North Seattle while Anne Stewart sues F L Stewart for desertion. Also an unrelated ad promotes underwear at King Brom on 914 Ist Ave.
In a county jail hearing, 15 or 18 year old Cora Boetsee faces commitment to reform school unless she marries a suitable man. Attorney Mawking has pursued suitors to test fitness for wedlock as a path to liberty, while officials note concerns about her alleged wildness and future prospects.
R H Werd who was knocked while riding a Ballard car last December was awarded damages of 1500 dollars against Seattle Electric by the motor department. Werd sued for 25000 dollars claiming the accident resulted from the motorman's carelessness in running the car at high speed and failing to sound a warning bell.
Arthur L. Young filed suit claiming his wife Maurine Young died last January from injuries after a fall while alighting a car. He states the car's sudden start caused the fall and her death, naming Beattie and others in the action.
Sporting Editor notes a bet dispute over straddling in a 5 cent limit poker game. The text argues ante amounts and legality within limit rules, with references to CHCIL MAGNUS and Fatrad. A practical note says such questions are usually settled before play starts.
Oberlin Ohio Edwin Fauver head coach for the Oberlin football team has had considerable experience. He coached at Alma College in Iowa and for the last three years has led Oberlin athletics. His training began at Oberlin where he played quarterback for three years and second base for five years.
The third day of James H Tilman’s trial for the killing of Baker Gonnaies drew about 30 spectators as witnesses were examined with no sensational developments reported. A separate social note lists licenses to wed for several individuals including Carl Strom and Antonia Johnson, and others from Alaska Astoria Black Diamond Seattle Beattie and Seattle. A grand ball is announced for Germany Mall near Second Ave and Beacon on Saturday evening Oct 3 with music and dancing.
The body of Mrs A J Morrie was found on the bay shore today. She had disappeared from home Monday. Believed to have committed suicide. She was of age and wife of a wealthy packer from Kansas City.
The Nellie Underwood murder trial for her infant daughter was continued indefinitely by Judge Hell on the motion of her attorney John B. Mart. The case was not started as scheduled in the superior court.
Dr Frank Van Waters the recent convict for assaulting Irene Brown faces sentencing by Superior Judge Hetil on Saturday morning. The incident involved a child witness and occurred in the town courthouse area.
Tomorrow’s event at Athletic Park centers on James Day with free grounds entry for the Habies supporters. Femmes are admitted at no charge to witness the game between ttle and fd.
Mrs. Sarah Rumsey of New Albany Indiana celebrated her Mist birthday with relatives from several generations present. She is widow of William Gresham, mother of seven, and current wife of William Mumby. She lives on a farm near Lanesville and is closely tied to Walter Gresham family history through St Peter Minnesota connections.
Dennie Sheehan, a Civil War veteran, was stabbed through the heart and killed while watching a parade in Chicago. Charles F. Bari of New York allegedly attacked after an argument and is under arrest.
City files suit against Meattie Electric Company in court to recover the value of a fire department horse killed after a car struck it near Battery Street last June. The horse was so injured it had to be shot.
Arthur C. Jackson, president of the Alaska Geographics Society, arrives in Skagway on the Humboldt and defends his role with Alaska exhibits. He says he sought only to aid Alaska and cites the Pan American and Buffalo lectures. The story notes a large Alaska exhibit and public reception. Also, Etta Kranich sues Palace Laundry owner for 5000 dollars over a March arm injury.
Rain or Shine The Two Hundred Extra power Organs advertises rapid stock movement and urges quick purchase. The dealer claims instruments are priced below regular wholesale and has sold many pianos to dealers since the sale began.
Boats depart Pier 2 at 6 30, 8 15, 9 10 and 11 45 a m. and 1 38, 8 90, 8 30, 4 30, 7 90 p m. See the cruisers and observe naval vessels during the yard tour.
A Northern Pacific special train left Seattle for the state fair at North Yakima. Levi, a well known local, and Pauline Pement from the Biemarck cafe ladies' orchestra were married yesterday afternoon by Superior Judge Tallman. Tonight Storck Ritchie Schwerdtfeger and Leneacre perform at Christensen's hall Arcade building at eight.
Pianos priced from 76 to 159 and organs from 25 to 60 presented as significant bargains. Upright pianos in burl walnut oak and mahogany cases from 244 to 424, with items listed at 212 268 316 and as low as 137. Used pianos and secondhand organs also offered with guaranteed quality and flexible terms.
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