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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1910
Page
1
The Star presents an advisory ballot listing preferred candidates across offices. It notes imperfect picks and urges voters to consider the lesser evils and stronger figures where possible, with specific recommendations for senator, congress, sheriffs, and local posts.
A circulated statement claims voting for free admission of foreign lumber and shingles into the United States. The speaker asserts voting to retain the duty on lumber and shingles and cites congressional records to support the stance.
United Press reports Minneapolis Sept 9 that Chairman Nelson suspended the Chicago meeting and ordered a session in Chicago next Tuesday. Ballingerites nonattendance blocked quorum while anti-Ballinger members vow to press on in Minneapolis. The split hints at two possible committee reports from parallel inquiries.
H. A. Lund swears a man from Hillman’s firm defrauded him in August 1916 by selling 70 acres in Kiteap county with exaggerated claims. Sutter, a Hillman associate, paid only $10 to appear earnest, then avoided payment. Lund paid $1 800 and later $200 more attempting to recover losses. Notary John H. Perry confirms sworn statement in Seattle.
K Ohara, a Japanese truck guard, was held up by two men a mile south of South Park last night and robbed of his day's receipts totaling $7. The culprits then told him to resume his work.
A critique questions whether lawmakers like Burke Humphrey and other congressmen are honest, arguing they deny ties to special interests while accepting support and money from those very groups. The piece labels such figures political crooks and condemns pork barrel politics and machine subservience.
A political piece condemns Burke affiliated spending and anonymous flyers in Washington state races. It argues such tactics target isolated communities to mislead voters, warning that slush funds and underhanded methods threaten democratic choice and corporate influence in government.
Police found two sticks of dynamite with caps and fuses in the basement of the new hall of records on Court street a county building under construction worth 3 million dollars. Authorities attribute the threat to striking metal workers angered by strike breakers. An anonymous caller warned the building would be blown before daylight.
A 15 year old girl named Ellen Nibbe ran away from Bremerton seeking to see the world. She was arrested by Police Sergeant Dagner and Patrolman Corbett after two days away and was brought to police headquarters where she tearfully faced the book. Killen returned home this morning explaining that at fifteen travel carries both roses and risk.
J. K. Coaran, an aged Black man, fell from a street car at Jackson avenue and Maynard street last night. He sustained a severe forehead laceration and was taken to Seattle General Hospital in serious condition from the shock.
Tom Nolan traveled through Washington Street with most money spent on bars and sandwiches. Patrolman Brown arrested him for begging and he will serve six days in jail.
The piece spoofing Buffalo Bill and a western melodrama shows two maidens threatened by Indians but saved by Buffalo Bill and companions. Crowd scenes and satirical references to Col Cody and Maj Pawnee fill the Jefferson Street grounds, with gas pumps and a winking chorus lifting the show.
The Seattle National Bank has applied to be named a depository for postal saving bank funds. The U S assay office reportedly received 160172 in gold bars from Fairbanks and 10000 from Buka Alaska yesterday.
United States Solicitor General Lloyd W. Bowers died today at the Hotel Touraine from complications of bronchitis. He had been mentioned as a candidate for a seat on the United States Supreme Court.
In Judge Albertaon s court today Mrs Anna C Lundquist seeks 10000 damages and 500 physician fees after an April cow attack she says left her injured The Harts Henry and Thomas Hart of Auburn defend the cow Bessie as gentle and well behaved with their attorneys asserting no dangerous temperament.
Frank Jenkins, part of a Buffalo Bill Wild West show crowd, was arrested last night by Patrolman Trown for being broke and wasting time in saloons. He received "hours" this morning.
In St Paul on September 9 Delegate Jones of Washington used James J Hill’s call for state control of water power sites to attack federal control advocates in the final skirmish. Land Commissioner Ross opened the debate for state control supporters and Jones mocked Washington’s deal with two corporations granting sites for a song.
Gertie Brown, who raises canaries to keep the wolf away, was fined $25 by Police Judge Gordon for heaving a pitcher at George Keefe after a meal in a downtown cafe. George Keefe was fined $10. The incident began when George declined to cover drinks as part of a dinner for two costing $1.90.
A wireless message reports the Pere Marquette ferry No. 18 foundered in Lake Michigan near Ludington. The crew of 75 is said to have been rescued and the loss is estimated at 500000 dollars.
Two performances today and two tomorrow at Jefferson street and 28th avenue. Cars serve Madrona and Leschi areas.
John Lynn caused a scene after a passerby stepped on his pet corn on Washington Street. Patrolman Tobin jailed Lynn briefly, but Judge Gordon ruled there was sufficient justification for his wrath and released him.
Frank Mulligan, charter member of the Idlers' league, stood in the police court this morning shaken. City Attorney Pierce quizzed him while Mulligan joked about being stewed for a spell. Judge Gordon sentenced him to five days.
Lee O'Neil Browne was acquitted of legislative bribery by a jury that found him not guilty shortly before 3 pm. Browne was absent when the verdict was announced and was summoned to the courtroom as the crowd cheered the decision.
The fishing tug Ciscoe is missing from Ashtabula port and feared to have foundered in last night's Lake Erie storm. The vessel was reported missing during the rough weather that swept the lake.
Angelo de Martini Georgetown saloon man and Italian banker must prove insolvency anew after creditors uncover about 43000 in assets, far above his 18000 debt claim. Federal Judge Wol verton orders the bankruptcy case reopened, with attorney Thomas Meade representing creditors.
Des Moines children from the industrial home performed on the street drawing favorable attention. The troupe will entertain Miles Poindexter tonight at the Dreamland rink with their goods.
The forthcoming Washington seat in the Senate will shape canal tolls, crucial for Seattle. Burke, a longtime railroad attorney with vast rail interests, faces scrutiny over whether he can serve the public against his old allies. The Panama fight could upend government control of railroads and alter regional profits and access.
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