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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1914
Page
4
A clerk at Eilers music house recounts a boy asking price for a planner and then requesting a mouth organ. The boy later admits embezzling $19,000. the lawyer warns him to plead guilty, charging two dollars for advice. Various quips and anecdotes follow in the page.
A historical critique explains Washington State Supreme Court reform creating a nine member body split into two departments with a majority rule of three. It recounts how this setup led to en banc review, affecting decisions involving the 8 hour law for women and a lumber company appeal, and discusses potential successors to fill seats.
John A Bennett chief deputy treasurer seeks the republican nomination praising the current administration. He has served as Will Hanna's right hand man and boasts Hanna's record while facing opposition from the Hamilton-Gaylickes group amid broader national concerns.
Letter to the editor from Mrs B questions county office succession and recalls a father-in-law and son-in-law serving as auditor and deputy for eight terms before being deposed. She criticizes the practice as wrong and harmful and urges careful consideration by readers of The Star.
Japanese mine sweepers are clearing the entrance to Kiaochau bay. About 1000 mines have been removed so far. Japan reports landing away from the bay due to mine fears. China protests noted but troops offered no resistance. Seven islands at the bay entrance are occupied without opposition.
A German chemist has reportedly extracted what is described as the most powerful poison known from the seed of the castor oil plant. The development is noted for its potential implications in chemistry and toxicology, drawing attention from scientific circles.
Sept 3 report notes Victoria and Vancouver yacht clubs lost crews to the European war, leaving Canadians unable to contest. The Everett Yacht Club thus cancels the scheduled Labor Day races.
Events at First and Seneca highlight canine happenings this week with shows, adoptions, and contests featuring local dog clubs and rescue groups. Organizers invite the public to attend and meet participating teams and pets available for adoption.
Letter to editor questions the Association of German War Veterans giving $100 monthly to the Red Cross during wartime. The writer argues the group promotes false nationalism and militarism while aiding humanitarian aid efforts.
In a letter to The Star A A Peterson argues that Dr Sydney Strong's sermon on the present European war ignores that churches uphold royalty and war. He questions praising Kaiser Wilhelm as a noble Christian man and says churches honor royalty and military forces too readily.
Sept 3. Federal authorities seek Blue berry Tom Johnson linked to the alleged murder of Dutch Marie Schmidt. Schmidt's body was found by Indians on the lower Yukon in late June.
A young woman killed herself after a confrontation with a man, then he fled. Police report the woman accused Dr. Fleehart of threats and breach of promise. The note mentions a possible affair at the Holland hotel and a Potlatch connection. The couple had been engaged for three years, and her family comments on the relationship.
In Paris a laundryman lifts washed clothing using a captive balloon to dry and bleach high above the city, avoiding dust and contamination from streets below.
Auburn Washington reports a prosperity wave with vacant houses filled. The N P freight terminal spurs growth and the Citizens State Bank forms with $50,000 capital. Seattle financiers include J E Chilberg L H Woodfolk A C MacCallum John W Roberts Ward M Carter and Paul S Mac Michael. Dr R B Palmer and S Cavanaugh also serve as directors.
Hold Baby Show preparations in Payallup Washington for hundreds of babies expected as competitors in the Better Baby show part of the Western Washington fair program. The five day fair opens September 29 with forty physicians assisting judges and specialists examining the infants. Mrs. Ray C. Morse of Payallup handles entries.
The Ryther home for children will not close. Alterations and repairs are being made to conform to health and fire regulations. Mother Ryther told county commissioners that 16 needy mothers depend on the home, and the commission agreed to continue the $100 per month appropriation.
Port commissioners and Duwamish waterway district officials met to discuss constructing wharves along the waterway. Action was delayed awaiting a written opinion from Port Commission Counsel Harold Preston on the legal rights of the commission to undertake the work.
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