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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1906
Page
5
An unclear report describes an individual in county jail locking themselves in and acting as their own janitor while refusing to pay for services. The fragment references jail, self confinement, and payment disputes without clear names or locations.
A man named Turpin, jailed for violation of laws, allegedly acts as jailer for himself in the Brown county jail. He holds the key, unlocks the door when he wishes, then locks it again and serves out his time. He has spent nearly 260 days in this self-appointed role to settle his account with the county.
An inquest is scheduled for tomorrow morning at the Watson marquee to investigate a Saturday car accident. Alfred Sime is named in the case and Fire services will submit a list of witnesses in Mt. Meas. Arrangements are connected to the Painters' unions.
A fragmented notice notes a plot involving police and politics centered on Inspector Lavin, signaling growing tensions and potential investigations within local law enforcement and political circles.
The Southern Company announces two daily trains to a noted coastal destination with reservations and Union Ticket Office details. Officials promote improved schedules and enhanced travel options for passengers seeking reliable service to a famed resort area.
Buck Finn the veteran was arraigned on a drunkenness charge in police court. Judge Gordon, asked where he had been prior to arrest, sparked a smile by recalling Buck’s recent release from a timely sentence. The bailiff restored order with a drumbeat of the desk. Dr Herbert Willett delivered a lecture on Judalem and Christianity at the First Christian church last night. He will lecture tonight on Peter and Jewish Christianity. Automobile races today at the Meadows offer $560 in prizes.
A farewell reception for Rev. Fletcher Lt. Wharton retiring pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal Church was held last night. Mayor Moore Rev. M A Matthews and B L Blaine prepared addresses with a musical program as Seattle residents were invited to attend. Dr Wharton leaves for Fayetteville tomorrow to lead the Smithfield church, a large post in that city.
W Krickmayer, said to be from Lincoln Nebraska and now with Moran company, was arrested early today on charges of carrying concealed weapons. Patrolman Martin used force to subdue him and prevent gunplay as a revolver and large hunting knife were found on his person.
Mrs Middleton of 420 Fitzhay seeks police help to locate her 17 year old daughter Mabel A Middleton described as light complexioned with blue eyes, about 5 feet 3 inches tall, last seen September 16 wearing a white top, black skirt and a large picture hat.
Report from Seattle states a gasoline launch returning from Yes Bay caught fire after a lantern failure. Captain BK W. Gurney and Mary McKay escaped, but Emma and Mamie McKay perished in the blaze as the vessel beached and the fire was fought.
The Star theater features Berry troupe acrobats from Ringling for aerial acts and a Starascope moving picture show about student life at a gay Parisian school. Daily attractions include a variety of acts, with Edward Rosch singing and Billy Clark minstrel numbers. The Seattle shows also run.
Seats go fast for the juvenile comic opera Dorothy at the Grand Thursday night. The 45 child ensemble has drawn packed houses in Vancouver Victoria and has toured from Duluth to beyond since last winter, earning repeat attendance everywhere.
The Egan dramatic and operatic school opens the fall term with an evening entertainment at Egan's Ball Arcade building. Two one act plays from the summer class feature A Chinese Tragedy and A Box of Monkeys. Performers include Herr Franz Adelmann violin Lilian Fisher soprano Karl Smith cello Alice B Hamblet reader Signora Matidita danseuse and a children's ensemble.
The article describes a Navy yard at Bremerton with ships including the Chicago in drydock the Boston the Oregon and the Philadelphia. Visitors can take a Port Orchard route boat from pier 2 for views of the yard and scenery between Seattle and Bremerton with boats leaving six times daily.
A mother's note describes a school costume gift costing 15 to 20 dollars. It features broadcloth in dull green and soft wood tones with a shoulder arrangement, soutache braid, and a loose coat with a belted waist. The design includes green braid key lines and a tucked skirt panel in the plain color.
Spokane round trip fare set at 19.10 with travel from Sept 21 to Oct 7. Ticket office location listed at Second and Columbia for purchase and return details.
Brigadier General Stephen H. Joan is assigned to command the Department of the Columbia with headquarters at Vancouver Barracks. The change follows General ungion's removal to Washington amid Cuban troubles.
New York Sept 18 It is rumored that K M Harriman and associates have acquired control of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad. They plan to use it with the Chicago and Alton to connect with the Union Pacific forming a transcontinental line.
Willful waste means woeful want. Take one dollar from your salary and start a bank account at Security Savings & Safe Deposit Co. 118 ail, where your money draws 6 percent interest. This appeal urges daily saving to prevent worry and emergencies.
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