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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1904
Page
3
Advices report Miss Lena Walton at the Hotel Portland had her room broken into during luncheon. A satchel with valuable papers was stolen. Walton is embroiled in a heated Alaska property dispute and was en route to Washington for a justice department hearing.
Warning against purchasing bonds claimed to be issued to Lena S S Walton and stolen from Miss Walton in Portland. If offered, the bonds may bear forged names and are to be avoided by the public.
A clipped ad for Brooks & Co at 1831.fd Ave promotes Ewell fall styles in men s soft and stiff hats with a confident sales pitch and recognizable brand line.
Detectives watched Miss Walton as she claimed heavy antagonism over valuable properties in the North. She says none of her papers are safe without her constant possession, and bonds issued in her home cannot be offered publicly unless her fame is forged first. Miss Walton is described as a straight shooter who always carries a revolver, deterring attempts to seize her belongings.
Billings Mont Sept 9 The Republican state convention adjourned after nominating a full state ticket headed by Governor William Lindsay and Lieutenant Governor Ernest W King The slate includes Theo dore Brantley as Chief Justice John T Athry as Clerk of the Supreme Court A N Yoder as Secretary of State Albert J Galen as Attorney General Harry Cunningham as State Auditor James H Rice as State Treasurer and W E Harmon as Superintendent of Schools.
Report from Fairbanks and surrounding towns describes a rush of new traders to Tanana country, with large firms buying in bulk for winter and potentially forming a price trust. Smaller firms fear being crowded out as beef and grain dealers coordinate to undercut rivals and control supplies.
Emma Rogan, 15, acts as superintendent of a cheerful Delaware County summer farm for children on Crum Creek near Media. A Philadelphia physician, owner of the farm, entrusted Emma with management after his mother’s death showed him love for little people. Children adore her and call her a little mother while she balances school life and caring for distressed pupils.
Thieves ransacked Boon Brothers grocery at 401 Kilbourne Avenue Fremont taking canned beef milk sardines cherries and bread pies and cakes. City Detective Adama leads the case with evidence of rear window entry suggesting a hob0 gang involvement. Heavy items left behind and loot moved in gunny sacks.
The state of Washington jury finds Charles H Bridges guilty of assault and battery in Superior Court Judge Tallmans court. The verdict recalls Bridges shooting station agent C F Ingraham at Snoqualmie last May during a safe robbery attempt and follows lines of contested intent and mental state.
Officials of Republic Iron and Steel deny reports of a merger with the steel trust stating no negotiations are underway. A superior court jury reports a hung verdict in the damage suit of Axel Olsen against Washington Building & Manufacturing for $10,300 after long deliberations.
The L A Co-Operative company of Seattle opened its first store Oct 19 1903 and reports month sales over 7 000 after initial 1 50. Stockholders own profits receive rebates and bonds insure stock. It operates three stores and plans two more including Bremerton Green Lake and Fourth Union streets.
Ingraham has recovered from injuries after being shot in the face. Attorneys plan to file a motion for a new trial despite the client being convicted on a petty offense.
L. T. Sandall claiming deputy status was jailed after interfering with officers booking Tom Mathews for carrying concealed weapons. Gunfire on Yesler Way led to Mathews arrest. Sandall denied misusing a badge, later provided his name, with police planning lower court action. Sheriff Cudihee notes Sandall’s commission expired.
Thirty men began work in Renton coal mines yesterday morning with nonunion labor after the union failed to reach terms. The city streets committee approved moving 1,600 from water funds to finance parking paving a fountain and water trough at the Denny Way Cedar Street triangle. Laicile Collette a 12 year old violinist gave a notable recital at the Grand Opera House last night performing six pieces.
Mrs Pearl Shaw Lytle obtained a divorce from John R Lytle in a ruling by Superior Judge Morris last evening. She received $10 monthly alimony and custody of their child after proving charges of non support. Two Alaskan ships arrived in port this morning the Dolphin with treasure and passengers and the Cottage City with gold and passengers.
Mrs. Margaret Williams files for divorce from Jenkin Williams a miner now working in Carbondale alleging cruelty and extreme jealousy. She seeks an equal division of community property and $50 monthly alimony. The case cites marital hardships amid their shared estate and financial claims.
Mrs. Virginia Lanning filed for divorce from Frank Lanning in superior court alleging cruelty and neglect. She seeks $15 monthly alimony and custody of their children. The filing comes as other divorce suits surface in Cheyenne and as state Democrats nominate John Osborne for governor and T. S. Taliaferro for congress.
Evening offerings at Maison Barberis located at Second and James include a four course meal for 60c, a six course for 75c, and a twelve course for $1.00 with option of Sauternes or Burgundy. This public notice appears in the Herald with address 1829 Second.
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