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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1910

Page

6

Nome Fugitive Urquhart Held After Arizona Robbery

William Urquhart alias Bob McCullough alias Hob Kennedy alias J H Hall alias Red Sweater Kid, held in Alaska jail for robbery of a government employee of 240 dollars in Nome 1905. Special Agent J F Warren reports past crimes include Bisbee Arizona gambling hall hold up and a five year Yuma penitentiary sentence.

William Urquhart Bob McCullough Hob Kennedy J. H. Hall Red Sweater Kid Nome J. F Warren Second Judicial District Alaska MecCloud Alberta Urquhart Seattle Warren Bisbee Arizona Yuma

Immigration probe shifts to Victoria as Empress of India arrives

The Vancouver investigation into Chinese immigration and alleged head tax losses moves to Victoria with the Empress of India due to dock. Special agents Foster and David Lew travel to meet the liner as Customs orders landings of all Chinese bound for Canada at Victoria. The steamer carries about 300 Chinese aboard.

Victoria B. C Vancouver Canada United States Hong Kong Foster David Lew

Talks on Teeth by the Regal Dentists

A patient praises painless dental work and quality timing at Regal Dental Offices. The ad asserts a written guarantee for all procedures and claims years of experience, promising comfort and no pain during extractions fillings and crowns. Located at 1405 Third Ave near Union St.

Regal Dentists Regal Dental Offices Third Av Cor Union

Foley Kidney Pilla Publicity Claim Ad

An advertisement touts Foley Kidney Pilla as a health remedy for toning and regulating kidneys and bladder and curing backache. The copy names Bartell Drug Stores and Quaker Drug Co as distributors.

Bartell Drug Stores Quaker Drug Co

Foley's Honey and Tar In Yellow Package

A historic ad touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a reliable medicine not a narcotic. It claims genuine product safety and effectiveness with no opiates and urges customers to refuse substitutes at Bar tell Drug Stores and Quaker Drug Co.

Foley Bartell Drug Stores Quaker Drug Co

Roosevelt Defends New Nationalism in Georgia Tour

Colonel Theodore Roosevelt arrives in Rome Georgia and campaigns through Knoxville Tennessee defending New Nationalism and denouncing Mayor Gill. Local clubs push recall moves against Gill Wappenstein with 600 petitions to be circulated by ward captains and circulators under Public Welfare league oversight.

Roosevelt HI Gill Eugene Way Max Wardall Col. H. H. Thompson Public Welfare League Prof. Miller Gill Gang

Pitched Battle With Posse at Cameron Dam

Fifty deputy sheriffs armed with dynamite and rifles attack the Diets cabin at Cameron Dam as Dietz and his family hold out for five days. Shots burst around the cabin and deputies plan a sundown rush to end the siege. several deaths and numerous injuries are anticipated.

Leslie Madden Dietz Wis Cameron Dam John Diets Diets Wisconsin Diets Cabin

Authorities deny Gatling gun use at cabin amid safety fears

Chief Deputy Thorbahn said the state refused to deploy a Gatling gun to the cabin to threaten Dietz and his family. He announced plans to intensify pressure and warned Dietz or his dead body would be brought in if sight failed.

Thorbahn Dietz

Dietz Standoff Endangers Family in Land Dispute

Deputies siege a cabin where Dietz resists surrender over land litigation. His son is feared at large with another possible accomplice inside. Dietz fires on deputies, who return fire. governors and attorney generals intervene, offering trial safeguards and venue changes.

Diets Dietz Dauhter Gov Davidson Gilbert

Lessons on adopting new weapons and dealing with powerful interests

The passage argues for embracing new tech in military and civilian life while preserving the same spirit of resolve. It warns against clinging to old methods when facing modern challenges and calls for collective action to address the dominance of a few powerful interests, epitomized by a vast railway system, through national leadership.

Grant Lee Sam

Local figure aims to improve New York state conditions

A protest leader in New York state pushed for improved living conditions and spoke about efforts to address local grievances. He emphasized community support and highlighted ongoing advocacy work in the state capital.

New York State

Leaders Clash in Dynamite Search

The Los Angeles Times bombing probe reports the blast came from nitro or glycerine placed in an alley near the plant. Attorney Rogers leads the Merchants and Manufacturers investigation with Dayne as city detective in active pursuit of assigned crews. Seventeen bodies have been found with at least six more believed missing as burial plans are prepared.

Alexander Times Los Angeles Cal Los Angeles Times Rogers Merchants’ and Manufacturers’ Association San Francisco W. J. Burna Dayne Loso Angeles Police Department Burne

Gaby Des Lys for America to Open in Thanksgiving Week

Ziegfeld Jr announced securing a one year option for Mile. Gaby Des Lys to appear in America at 2500 dollars per week plus supporting dancers. He praised her as a top performer and noted her French background and early start in Paris and London venues.

New York Ziegfeld, Jr Gaby Des Lys America Allie, Des Lys Ziegfeld Rockefeller Des Lys Olympic Theatre Paria Fred Wright Jia Jiten Alhambra Theatre London

Message From Metz Instructs Son To Surrender

An ultimatum from Metz urged surrender by promising to fight for Cameron Dam and his family. His five year old son attached the note to a tree near the cabin before fleeing. Deputies advancing on the site were repelled by a warning shot and Dietz was later seen at a cabin window.

Cameron Dam Assassina Metz Michigan Dietz

Thank You Letter From Holy Rosary Church Weat Seattle

The Holy Rosary church of Weat Seattle expresses gratitude through a letter to Denar Editor Star for advertising their recent church fair at the Maritime building. The rector M J O Callahen thanks merchants and Seattle business leaders for patronage and donations and wishes God’s blessing on all.

Holy Rosary Church Weat Seattle Maritime Building Denar M. J. O'Callahen

KING CABLES GIRL

Vienna reports Mile Gaby Des Lys, once linked to exiled King Manuel of Portugal, has received three offers from American theater managers to perform in New York next season. She plans to sign contracts soon and says the king sent a lengthy cable from Gibraltar saying he will see her in Paris October 16.

Vienna Gaby Des Lys Manuel of Portugal New York Gibraltar Paris Gaby

Rumors of King’s Banishment Spark Unconfirmed Turmoil

Reports claim the king may have fled to Gibraltar after banishment but could not be confirmed. President Braga frames the unrest as hopeful for republicans while warning against excess. Priests are jailed on sedition charges and the new government plans to seize church lands and monasteries, promoting successful officers.

Ita Republic

King of Coins T Nelson Downs Shifts Gears in Seattle Show

The article profiles T Nelson Downs aka Tom Downs, telegraph operator turned magician, now a major variety act in Seattle. It notes his wealth from real estate, a busy tour schedule, and a humorous demand for a Dutch luncheon costing 14.35 a sign of his lavish lifestyle.

Majestic Theatre T. Nelson Downs T. Nelson Colina Downs Ao T. Nelson Tom Downs O. K Variety House Benjamin Franklin Keith Variety Anastasia Hiowe Thomas T. Nelson Downes Phoenix Ariz Bureau of Statistics The Elks

Monks Reported Killed and Wounded in Monastery Clash

Reports say 12 monks were killed and 60 seriously wounded during a clash with republicans. Surviving monks were allowed to depart with their dead and injured. Later advices say several hundred monks joined the conflict as two republican regiments fought. Serious fighting accompanied expulsions from other monasteries with heavy losses.

Dom Manuel Sails for Oporto to Regain Throne

A Gibraltar dispatch reports Dom Manuel has sailed for Oporto to rally his army and recover the throne. The message is unofficial and unconfirmed.

London Gibraltar Dom Manuel Oporto

Non-Partisan Candidates Face Ballot Heading Ruling

Attorney General Bevin at Olympia says non-partisan supreme court candidates cannot appear on both Democratic and Non-Partisan ballots. If conventions were combined, names could have appeared under both headings. Separate conventions make the arrangement legal, shifting the question to county superior courts.

Supreme Court Bei Olympia Howell Hell Judiciary League

Seattle traveler found dead in hotel room

W. E Harlan a Seattle traveling man was found dead in his hotel bed in Pellingham after failing to respond to repeated calls. The death is attributed to heart failure.

Pellingham W. E Harlan Seattle

Funchal for Victims of Times Disaster Held in Los Angeles

Funeral services for 14 victims of the Times building explosion will be held at the Auditorium tomorrow afternoon with Rev Hubert J. Burdette presiding. Public services are planned to seat about 5,000, and pallbearers will be Times staff from among survivors and attendees. A benefit for widows and children is planned for October 20 with box auction at noon and contributions from local theaters and companies. The show is to run 2 PM to 6 PM with details announced beforehand.

the Star Clyde Fitch the Moore Upstate New York Fitch The Starle Star Ethel Martin Los Angeles Timen Hubert J. Burdette Times

Girl sues theatre usher for 25000 in broken engagement case

Francis Wenzel accuses Charlie Steinfield an usher at a vaudeville house of failing to wed after two-year romance. She seeks 25000 in damages claiming the failed marriage ruined her fortune, denouncing his broken vow and lost happiness.

Charlie Steinfield Francis Wenzel Charlie Francie Mendelssohn Wenzel

Pinchot Joins T. R. At Atlanta Today

Gif ford Pinchot former chief forester joined Col. Roosevelt in Atlanta Ga today as part of the Roosevelt lecture tour. It is not stated whether Pinchot will continue on the tour.

Pinchot T. R Atlanta Gifford Pinchot Col. Roosevelt Roosevelt

Zengle Wins in Chadwick at Fairmount Park Race

Philadelphia race report Zengle wins the Chadwick event at Fairmount Park finishing five seconds ahead of Mulford in a Loxier car.

Philadelphia Zengle Chadwick Mulford

Balloon figures questioned by investigating committee amid city graft claims

Fragmented report notes balloon men linked to graft probes and city council tensions. Mentions temper in council, saloon ties, and possible testimony with unclear names or dates.

Spokane woman praises Bake Owens rheumatism cure visit

Mrs E L Riggs of Spokane recounts relief from years of rheumatic pain after visiting Seattle for Beattie and Bake Owen treatments. She credits the care, nurses, and local offices at People’s Bank Ridg corner Sayne Ave and Pike St for offering relief and rest.

E. Pine St Seattle Beattie Mra

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