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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1903

Page

5

Procrastinator Scott in Seattle Gambler Scandal

A Seattle gambling scandal centers on Hugh Behn a self styled fixer and his protection scheme at the Union Club and Rainier Grand Hotel Involving Procrastination Attorney Scott Callahan and deputy sheriff Boott Authorities deny formal action but admit rumor of guarded gambling and alleged political connections.

Hugh Behn Behn Superior Court Johny Clancy Scott Ee Tenderloin Hosagver Wn Gamble Behn Renders It Still Ugtie Olf Union Club Second Avenue South Para Bank Roulette Hagard Grand J. J. Callahan Union Club #1 Grand Jury Rainier-Grand Hotel Bite Rehn Callahan Sullivan Aviation Attorney's Seattle California Legilature Behn @ Callahan Insomnala Institute Mr. Scott

Jumped From Runaway Streetcar Crash With Few Serious Injuries

A Main Street streetcar ran out of control on a slippery track and derailed near Occidental Avenue. Passengers leapt from the car or held on as it raced to a halt. five men and a girl escaped with bruises and scratches while the motorman and conductor kept their posts. No major injuries reported and most victims reached home unaided.

Main Street Beattie Eyetom Seventh Avenue Occidental Avenue Kempster

Big Seattle manufacturers join national association

D M Parry leads Seattle firms into the National Manufacturers' Association amid denunciations of graft. Col Charles Kahle reports 2400 members with firms including Moran Brow, Pacific Coast Biscuit, Snoqualmie Falls Power, Seattle Lumber, and Seattle Mattress. Railroad and bank managers barred. The drive aims for self protection of manufacturing interests.

Seattle National Manufacturers’ Association D. M Parry Charles Kahie Everett Aiready Seane Pleetrie Company Moran Aften Lavender & Bhiingle Company Sastile Pewing & Maltington Volcanion Works Stetson-loe Mul Company Heffernan

City official vows action against gambling in wake of complaints

A city official said there has been no order stopping arrests for gambling and that any complaint will be investigated. He stressed he is not connected with gambling rings and would issue warrants if complaints prove evidence, enforcing state law and offering remedies through the courts.

Sullian Sullivan Ie Satia Behn Callahan Kell Anid

Mc Grath Firm Wins Federal Building Contract

John Moelirath of Mc Grath & Dehamel learned of the award for the new federal building to his firm from a star reporter. Mc Grath expects to complete the project within the time limit, February 18, after the official modification is received. A. D. Willer, with a bad Nome record, was arrested on First Avenue South by Patrolman MetClorg earlier today.

John Moelirath Mc Grath & Dehamel Hie Star MctGrath Tim Tm A. D. Willer Nome MetClorg First Avenue South

Fire destroys two story residence at Latona Avenue

A two story frame house at 37 Brooklyn Avenue Latona burned to the ground in the early morning. Alarm delayed and Fremont station may not have reached in time. Loss estimated at 4 with building insured for 1.2 though contents were uninsured. Fire thought caused by a defective flue. family discovered flames as they grew. Bucket brigade organized but unable to save the structure.

Donaldson Brooklyn Avenue Laxtone Fremont

May Die in Phoenix Hotel Room After Suspected Overdose

George Day, a middle aged man, was found unconscious in his room at a Phoenix hotel yesterday afternoon. He had ingested a large amount of alcohol and fumes from a burned lamp, and it was unclear if he attempted suicide. He was taken to the Wayne Side Mansion hospital in critical condition. Day had checked into the hotel during the day and rented a room, and was found sitting under a liquor bottle before losing consciousness.

George Day Phoenix Minsion Hospital Day Benday Henee

Fire at White House Crimmins lumber yard destroys plant

A blaze swept the White House Crimmins & Co lumber yard in Walla Walla yesterday morning, consuming the yard and planing mill within an hour. The loss is about 60 000 with insurance covering roughly a quarter. Fifty workers lose their jobs as the plant and offices burn.

Star Walla Walla Whitehouse, Crimmins & Co Hurr

Girls Give Up the Fight in Spokane Telegraph Union Strike

After a two month struggle with noisy sessions, Spokane telephone workers have given up their strike and will disband. Some return to old jobs while others seek new employment. Bitter feelings target other unions, except linemen who were already striking.

Spokane Ooh Irns

Eight bous working salvation in Kalamazoo story

Among thousands following General Booth banner eight Routers Balva thontata attract attention. Their father and mother belong to the Salvation Army and four sons and daughters perform commendable work in the same organization. Two more are religiously inclined in other pursuits.

Kalamazoo, Mich Booth Balvathontata Salvation Army

Wreck Report And Coastal Disruption From Currituck

Oct 12 report details wreck of the Mabel Mose folk schooner and the Howlett of New Hope with crews rescued after heavy damage. Captain Ames boat Ocean Helle body washed ashore. Cape Charles lightship broke moorings, isolating Granton New Durham Oakland Mooningdale Porpton Butler. food shortage and drowning fatalities noted as rescue efforts rush to affected areas.

Captain Ames Ocean Helle Cape Charles Chesapeake Bay Granton New Durham Oakland Moomingdale Porpton Butler Mountain View Here Father Charlee Carr Jim Alt Ou

DOWN U. AND STEEL COMMON AND PREFFERED STOCKS MAKE NEW

The article notes a shift in common and preffered shares for United States Steel and related companies as new market moves take effect. Investors monitor price changes and corporate actions amid uncertain conditions.

U. & Steel

New York Stocks Hit Morning Low Record

New York markets opened at a new low for the day as stocks slumped, with the day’s biggest decliners noted among major listings. Traders watched movements in leading issues and large sellers like Landon Girma among the active participants.

New York Feel Common Landon Girma

Death of Justice of the Peace Terpening Under Suspicion

Mystery surrounds the death of W. H. Terpening a local justice of the peace found near the Great Northern railway racks. Initial assessment suggests being struck by a train though robbery rumors persist. The coroner’s jury returned a verdict of death from being struck by a train.

Star Elm W. H. Terpenina Great Northern Railway Justice Terpening George W. Stocker Spokane

New Mexico Progress Shown At Territorial Fair

Albuquerque witnesses a lavish territorial fair with strong exhibits highlighting New Mexico’s natural resources and progress toward statehood. The fair runs through the week as attendees view fruit displays tied to favorable litigation outcomes and other regional achievements.

Albuquerque N. M New Mexico

Canneries Visited by Revenue Cutter Crew

Revenue cutter Perry returns from Alaska inspecting canneries this afternoon. Colonel Kutchin and special agents verify certificates held by Chinese workers to confirm residence status. Perry awaits arrival of the revenue cutter McCulloch and tug Arcata towing to Port Townsend from San Francisco.

Kutchin Treasury Department Karia Kravesunas Vana Perry San Francisco McCulloch Port Townsend Arcata

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