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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1905

Page

3

Woman Fires on Burglars After Home Invasion

Mrs. Frank Wadsworth fired through her front door when two men attempted to break in at 540 South Thirtieth. The robbers fled after she shot, police were reportedly slow to respond, and she vowed to handle future threats herself. The night also saw a death case identified as Daniel Grant, found near Bellingham, believed to be from Pennsylvania seeking work.

South Thirtieth Frank Wads Worth Bellingham Daniel Grant Pennsylvania

Murdered Little Gertrude in Squalid New York Tenement

A New York plumber Gustave Dinser is on trial for the alleged murder of two year old Gertrude, a child kept by Agnes Renaude in a crowded tenement. Police linked the death to prior abuse and discord with Renaude, who says the child provoked Dinser’s hostility.

Plumber Confesses in Child Death Case on Eleventh Avenue

Neighbors recall a dark night as lights went out in Dinser's rooms and a man and woman fled onto Eleventh Avenue. Agnes Renaudeta, jailed with Dinser, says the plumber killed her child and she washed the bloody body. He claims he cuffed the child for being naughty and was surprised by the death. The coroner's physician describes the fatal injury to the child.

Dinser Eleventh Avenue Agnes Renaudeta Gertrude

Farce of a Trial for Spaiocchi Ends in Split Verdict

Police and city witnesses clash over the disorderly house case against Frank Spaiocchi at Police Court. Judge Gordon Haiocchi finds Spaiocchi guilty amid shaky evidence while dismissing charges against Kate McNamara for vagrancy. The court suspends judgment, citing insufficient proof and potential appeal risk.

The Star Frank Spaiocchi Gordon Haiocchi Kate McNamara Balocchi

Dowheite Convertor Case Before Judge Frater

Oliver Crisp of Whidby Island faced an insanity commission after a neighbor filed for arrest. His family accompanied him as witnesses, including Crisp’s 16 year old daughter who testified he urged Dowlelam conversion and sought to form a Dewle colony, while doctors urged caution and the case was continued.

Dowleite Dowlelam Dott Crisp Dewle

Death of Col I N Walker Former G A R Commander in Indianapolis

Col I N Walker former commander in chief of the G A R died at his Indianapolis home this morning. He had led the organization in past years and his death marks the end of a long career in veterans affairs. The report notes his service and status within the association.

Indianapolis Ind Col. I. N. Walker G. A. BR

Washington Eclectic Medical Association Elects Officers

The 14th annual meeting was held at Dr. L. O. Whitford’s office. New members joined. Elected officers include G. W. Overmeyer president T. W. Cole 1st Vice President J. W. Steele 2nd Vice President R. O. Ball secretary L. C. Whitford treasurer. Trustees are F. A. Noble Frank Brooks and R. L. Chane.

Washington State Eclectic Medical Association L. O. Whitford G. W. Overmeyer M. D South Bend T. W. Cole Seattle J. W. Steele Waitenburg 2Nd View R. O. Ball Tacoma L. C. Whitford Board of F. A. Noble Frank Brooks R. L. Chane Bothell

Boat purchase dispute at Interbay leads to police inquiry

F E B Schilke bought a boat from A F Hollis at Interbay but a man and a policeman questioned the sale. Schilke produced a bill of sale showing payment, witnessed by Arved Peterson, while authorities search for Hollis on behalf of the claimed owner.

F. EB. Schilke A. F. Hollis Interbay Schilke Hollis Arved Peternon

McLaughlin Realty Incorporates in Olympia

The McLaughlin Realty Company of Beattie is incorporated for 50000 dollars at Olympia on Thursday. The item notes other regional developments including Pullman College attendance and various local projects in Walla Walla and surrounding areas.

McLaughlin Realty Company Beattie Olympia Pullman Walla Walla North Yakima Kittitas Valley Aberdeen Lumber Humptulips Anacortes Shingle Weavers Union John A. Road Spokane Arcata Ferndale Luaty Boosters Anacortes Cannerymen Tacoma State Normal School Bellingham Celilc- Heppner Hoquiam Everetis Burnside Alaska Ernest L. Barrett Petlingham Banner Shingle Company Snohomish County Port Orchard Sunset Telephone Company

Weather Outlook For Tonight And Saturday

The forecast calls for likely fair weather tonight and into Saturday with light west winds. Temperatures are expected to be mild with no precipitation indicated.

Sole Agents Youngs Hats Be Piper Taft’s Second Ave

N Brooks & Co markets Youngs hats at 1321 Second Avenue and Clauss shears and scissors are highlighted as world standards at Piper Taft's 1024 Second Avenue.

Youngs BE. N. Brooks & Co Second Avenue Clauss Piper & Taft's

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