Underwood Trial Opens in Infant Murder Case
Judge Griffin hears case of Paul Underwood charged with murdering his infant daughter by drowning at Ballard on May 21. Defense argues readiness. jurors questioned on whether they could acquit if death proved not drowning but possible chloroform overdose. Court filled with spectators as prosecutors press to prove drowning and challenge medical opinions on cause of death.
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T Page
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Jaror F. ©. Reddick
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K. Warren
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Corcoran
Corocoran
Murder Tale of Ballard Infant Cries Out
The body of a baby girl was found in Ballard on June 1 by John Schneid a Great Northern machinist. Suspects Paul Underwood and Nellie Weatherwax face charges as police and the coroner examine a sequence of conflicting stories and a hidden motive amid public sympathy for the young mother.
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Ballard
John Schneid
Great Northern
Sullivan
Paul Underwood
Yong i
Nellie
Tnt
Balma
Nelile
Paul
Will Go It Alone
President Mitchell arrives in New York denying talks with operators or Morgan and Stone. He says constitutions will let miners hold out indefinitely without concessions.
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New York
Mitchell
Morgan
Stone
Objects to fly soup leads to street fight in Waitsburg
In Waitsburg Washington, a dinner at the Nealtshore hotel sparked objections to fly soup. An altercation escalated with Monroe striking proprietor Bramnett, Bramnett’s son involved and a general melee followed. all principals were arrested, brought before city justice, and fined 65 dollars each.
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Waitbrurg
Wash
Eveesee
Washouts Delay Trains Into Denver After Heavy Rains
Heavy rains cause washouts on all roads into Denver with trains delayed. The Burlington track near Galesboro submerged for half a mile yesterday, forcing transfers to Union Pacific tracks.
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Denver
Burlington
Galesboro
Union Pacific
Pope Confers With Laurier On Canada America Affairs
The pope held a conference with Prime Minister Laurier focusing on Canadian American relations. The discussion covered diplomatic ties and ongoing cooperation between Ottawa and Rome on cross border issues and common concerns.
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Laurier
McLean Takes Command Over Isthmian Transit Feud
Commander McLean of the cruiser States orders patrols to protect Isthmian traffic as American forces ride trains to safeguard routes against interference by troops from belligerent sides. The maneuver aims to secure sea and land movement amid growing tensions in the region.
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Washington, D. C
Mclean
Olsen Dies Sudden Death of Outlaw Olsen
Omaha reports Peter Olson who killed Miss Mary Peterson on September 6 was killed by a posse near Bancroft yesterday. He refused surrender and was fatally shot after a volley of bullets struck him.
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Omaha
Peter Olson
Mary Peterson
Bancroft
Olson
Permits Issued for Two Modern Flat Buildings
Building permits were approved by the city engineer this morning. M. W. Kain received permission to construct a two story slate building with store rooms on the first floor on Pike street at an estimated cost over 4000. PD. B. Whittier was authorized to erect a two story flats at 1417 to 1419 Boylston avenue with an estimated cost of 4956.
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Pike Street
PD. B. Whittier
Boylston Avenue
Woman in Green Light saloon linked to L A murder
Detective Brynes releases Catherine Champaine alias Georgia Brown, held on suspicion after she witnessed Booth display money and a man strike him in the Green Light saloon on Sunday morning. She fears reprisal if she testifies and says four men were involved. she will be moved to county jail after identified by police. Wheat report follows.
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L. A
Jim Brynes
Booth
Catherine Champaine
Georgia Brown
South Side
Gilman
Set Ablaze By Firebugs In Lodging House Incident
A lodging house at 012 First Avenue South was set afire at 2 am in two separate locations on opposite sides of the hall. Acting Chief Lathan and proprietor J T Moore suspect arson, aided by a gasoline can found in one room. Estimated damage under 35 dollars. Fire discovered by resident Alex Hanson and Nick Manns, with investigators marking possible multiple accelerants and suspicious wiring patterns.
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Lathan
Pire
Kellong
Epeet
Th Brewing Po
Alex. Hanson
Ana Nick Manns
Sea Serpent Like A Racing Ship Sails Seen By Fishermen
Two fishermen report a sea serpent over 60 feet long near Anacortes with green back yellow belly and orange underside. It rose wings like sails and sped toward shore crushing a boat before vanishing offshore leaving witnesses shaken and fearing another encounter.
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Rein
Fieher
Kummofeki
Tie
Humboldt Returns With Gold Dust and Passengers
The steamship Humboldt arrives at 11 this morning with 290000 in gold dust and 149 passengers bound for the Canadian Bank of Commerce. A wrecked Cottage City is towed to Steamer Bay for patching after drifting for hours. The coroner ruled the death of Isiam Joyce a case of misinterpreted suicide.
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Steamer Bay
Humboldt
B. G. Baughman
Canadian Bank of Commerce
Skagway
Isiam Joyce
Spruce Junction
Allin
Opening of University At Seattle Draws Students
The university opened today as students arrive by city and boat after a week of travel. Prospective students seek rooms and boarding with dormitory spaces in the girls’ dormitory reported as all taken.
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Uiversity
Seattle
University campus expands as housing tightens and new buildings open
McDeavitt predicts record attendance as four Greek houses will have space, and four thousand of five thousand catalog items have been sent out. The new Science Hall and mechanical building are completed with a campus driveway planned. The preparatory department is abolished and entrance standards raised to boost confidence.
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le Aald
Locomotive Explosion Kills Two on Southern Pacific
In California between Ravenna and Action the freight train engine exploded this morning. Fireman Harry Swan was instantly killed and Engineer Wm Love died later from his injuries. The blast hurled the engine forward eighty feet.
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Los Angeles
Ravenna
Southern Pacific
Harry Swan
Wm. Love
Meeting of Trainmen in Kingston Discuss Coal Hauling
A secret meeting of trainmen representatives from coal roads was held in Kingston to consider hauling coal mined by non union men. Grand Master Morrissey was requested to attend at once after a recent Wilkes Barre visit. action on the strike was deemed urgent.
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Morrissey
Ones
Wilkesbarre
Hobart M. Cable Piano Proclaims Notable American Model
The latest production from Hobart M. Cable promotes its notable piano as the American favorite instrument. It boasts numerous improvements, faultless construction, superb tone, and responsive action, highlighting why it is renowned.
Roof Caves in at Gaffney Warehouse
The roof of the Gaffney warehouse partially caved in Saturday night likely due to defective construction. The damage is concentrated at the ends, with an estimated loss near $2000. the building’s piling remains firm.
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Gaffney Warehouse
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