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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1911
Page
6
Wholesale arrests sweep Lisbon after the discovery of a formidable royalist plot against the Portuguese republic. Conspirators used Tranne Castello as their HQ, with documents seized implicating friends of ex King Manuel. Officials accuse Manuel of backing royalists from England.
Los Angeles officials announce that Samuell Vermilyea former Inyo County district attorney will assist in prosecuting John and James B McNamara. Vermilyea was retained by the widows of men killed in the Times disaster. The McNamara trial is set to begin October 11.
Detroit workers vote to strike after talks collapse. Carmen union seeks 25 to 30 cents hourly raise, up from 23 to 28 cents. pickets drive night crews from barns as system grinds to a halt. Also notes Kellogg’s bid to be mayor and related council signoff question.
Corporation Counsel Scott Calhoun says any charter amendment toward single tax is unconstitutional. He notes a Supreme Court reading curbs city taxation power though the state constitution lacks an explicit ban. Councilmen Erickson and Griffin work on such amendments and will study the issue before submitting them.
Des Moines Iowa September 20 United States Senator Albert B Cummins released to the United Press a statement regarding President Tafts stance on amending the Sherman anti trust law He declines comment on the Supreme Court decisions in Standard Oil and Tobacco trust cases but notes the law should be amended or supplemented to aid large businesses and consumers of their products.
Vancouver police typify western Canada with English style uniforms and courteous service. They avoid blunt force, lack riot gear, and enforce peace by information and traffic aid rather than political influence. The force recruits from provincial constabulary and veterans, maintaining a military bearing.
George Alfred Kimmel, once believed dead for 12 years, is found alive in Niles Michigan at his former home after serving a term in Auburn New York prison. His disappearance prompted a $5,000 life insurance payout to his mother and a separate $26,000 policy dispute that led to a nationwide search and court proof of his imprisonment.
In Enaville Idaho Joseph Miller and EB Cochran were jailed after playing with a mail packet tossed from a train. A railroad company agent filed the complaint. Separately in Chicago Martin Daily drank and attempted to ram boats from a plot house, then was overpowered by crew members.
Secretary of War Stimson plans a nationwide tour of military posts to study conditions in the U S army. He will visit Southern and Middle West forts soon and likely tour the Pacific coast next summer with Gen Wood accompanying him.
Dispatces from Washington report the secretary of the interior has withdrawn 26 680 acres of land in the Blackfoot Indian reservation in Northwestern Montana from entry. All withdrawals and registrations previously made for irrigation purposes in the reservation are ratified.
J. Burnam, manager of the Northwestern dairy, found guilty in superior court last Friday of selling milk below standard. A warrant, sworn by City Milk Inspector Gus Henderson, charges him again with the offense. Alexander Murrey, manager of Meadowbrook dairy, was arrested yesterday afternoon on the same charge.
BROSTON Sept 20 It is announced that John L Sullivan former heavyweight champion will run for congress. He lives on a small farm near here and says it has long been his life long ambition to be in congress.
An advertisement touts visiting other dental offices for inspection and price comparison before a free consultation. It claims cheap, high quality work by skilled specialists and guarantees patient satisfaction and a good reputation.
An item promotes dental care guidance and highlights low prices for crown and filling services. Advertisements from Albany Painless Denziiata on the second floor of the People’s Bank Building seek customers with emphasis on affordable, quality work.
Policeman James Johnston is laid up at his home with a broken leg after a motorcycle ride began with two other officers toward Tacoma. In Sumner he fell from his wheel and sustained injuries. LIGBON arrests reveal mothers in Beville Madrid and Barcelona have arranged export of daughters to Argentina for sums from ten to one hundred dollars.
The Civil Service Commission ruled Humane Officer J Vanpell not eligible for the post. He remains on the payroll as a temporary employee pending further action.
A short notice promotes Stevens' New Academy located near Pine promising to teach men and women aged 40 to 60. The program emphasizes life skills and vocational training aimed at midlife career changes.
Robert W. Bonynge of the national monetary commission told Seattle Commercial Club members that readily usable reserve funds of about 1.5 billion dollars are key to preventing bank panics. He cited the 1907 panic as proof the nation needed a new monetary system suited to diverse interests. The address emphasized data gathered by the commission.
The Neal Institute offers a three day treatment claiming to end alcohol addiction by eliminating poisoning in the body. A former drinker regained business and home with support from relatives after the program. The method uses a vegetable remedy, no injections, and emphasizes privacy and confidentiality. Seattle institute locations are listed with contact numbers.
A 100 acre tract for a public cemetery will be bought by the park board to swap for 40 acres on Beacon hill. The exchange was proposed by the city council. The 100 acres may be secured between Riverton and Lake Burien from F W Cosgrove for 24000 on terms. The library board offered a triangle at Third and Yesler way for a library site at 23d Ave and Yesler Way. Delhi project notes a durbar camp for 257000 being prepared outside the city limits.
Chicago September 20. Report says the International Harvester Company may be next major trust target of the U S government, possibly dissolving like Standard Oil and Tobacco trusts. Harvester seeks a legal definition of a lawful trust and may reorganize without court orders. J Pierpont Morgan circles see it as a personal setback. General Manager Clarence Fuk, a Morgan ally, will retire November 1. The 120 million dollar corporation faces uncharged accusations and is said to be fired in some discussions.
In London a comic line spirals into mischief when a chicken joke prompts a person to cross a street. Big Bill’s quip triggers a fall that leaves Snyder injured and rushed to a hospital on Seventh Street.
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