25 Sep 1911
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1911
Page
1
Unofficial reports say Italian troops landed on the Tripoli coast and 112000 reservists are called up as Italy threatens war with Turkey. An expeditionary force of 60000 more may be mobilized, with Europe braced for possible broad conflict and Britain maintaining neutrality.
Miss Mary Chamberlain an 11 year old teacher was lured to a lonely Beverly road by Edward Ricard then seized by masked assailants. Tar and feathers were applied and she was left unconscious. Ricard later boasted of payment and was jailed. mob members received brief prison terms as investigations target Beverly residents.
French cruiser Liberte exploded and sank off Toulon harbor early today, with at least 406 dead and around 100 survivors. Aboard captain Jaures and 200 crew were ashore on leave. fires and three major blasts followed, causing massive casualties and sparking national shock.
Sheriff Long and two deputies chase fugitive Calvin Irvine who fled toward the Mashel river after a pistol misfire during a walk with nurse Vivier Irvine. Irvine fled into nearby woods while hospital workers overheard threats and fear of a fatal outcome.
A troubling notice describes a 26 Earl child bitten by a mad dog. The report notes an acute illness and attempts at relief with morphine that failed, leading to death despite treatment.
Attorney Wickens leads a meeting about the Tobacest trust freight on Pier 3 with Matt Ballarding of Co A present. A dock incident left an injured man headed to Pacific hospital.
Mexico City reports on September 26 that Francisco I. Madero is regarded as a foregone conclusion to win the presidency in the looming election.
Ensign Paller Belt commanding the gunboat Tantanga was killed by natives at Yactane island in the Philippine archipelago. Several sailors in Belt's party were severely wounded. Details have not reached the Navy Department.
Bogrof, the assassin of Premier Peter Stolypin, was officially hanged in the courtyard of the citadel in Kieff today just before noon. Only a few officials witnessed the execution.
Police say they seized the books of Mrs. 8. E. Knight, alleged mistress of a baby farm, and charged her with illegal medical practice. A diary allegedly listing over a thousand patrons is released, with Knight claimed to average one case daily, promising social upheaval in Stockton.
Commissioner Totten postponed the conspiracy obstruction hearings for eight men until October 13 as the grand jury resume in Tacoma. The body plans to finish this afternoon with only district attorney witnesses before jurors, denying defense statements or responses.
A captioned juvenile photo notes Oliver T Erickson as a cheerful ten year old in Red Wing Minnesota. It recalls his early years before moving to Minneapolis where he trained as a carpenter.
A man calling himself Hennessey rented a room from Miss Elsie Maso at 107 Minor Ave N. Hours later he disappeared. Miss Maso reported a missing dime bank containing $2 and a coat and vest owned by resident M. W. Rogers. Mason describes Hennessey as about 40 with a Canadian accent.
Wm. Graham, hospital patient at Utica State Hospital, was scalded to death by a hot water mix up. Attendant Frank A. Rundell, 18, was discharged after he shot himself in the temple, dying instantly.
23 acres of prime Tita land along the Stillagnamish River near Granite Falls in Snohomish County. Rich Puget Sound soil, rural setting with neighbors, near county road and a school. Price 1375 dollars with 50 dollars cash and 15 dollars per month terms. Ole Hanson Co. 314 315 316 317 New York Bik.
President Taft spoke to about 10 000 farmers in Coffeyville Kansas delivering veto messages on wool and cotton bills. He defended his stance saying he was bound by party pledges to protect American industry and could not sign the measures.
A Washington convention opens in North Yakima with delegates from the State Grange Farmers Union and Washington labor unions. The joint gathering aims to build a progressive state program and defeat special interest candidates, a first in state history. Delegates include Charles R. Case Joe Smith Councilman Hecketh and Editor McNamara from Seattle.
A man claims someone forged a letter in Jerry G. Hille of 1110 Eighth Avenue asking for a wife with money. Hille told a reporter the letter is a joke and said if he wanted a wife he would choose a Seattle girl.
A thief pilfered 35 dollars from H. Rhodes at 1423 Helmont Avenue while he accompanied his young daughter at a local theatre last night.
In Hicktown a local column laments autumn mood as Mrs Anzie Ames from Lower Mille visits to run her Bee shop. An interview touches on why she shops away from home while lawmakers study whether to publish the jibe. The piece alludes to community chatter and a satirical “Safe Watertower” quote about mind and manners.
In Long Beach California on September 25 Governor Hiram Johnson addressed about 4,000 people. He said railroad domination in the state is near its end and attacked President Taft for opposing the recall of judges.
Fair tonight and Tuesday with cooler daytime. Winds shift to moderate easterly by Tuesday. Noon reading today shows a 56 degree thermometer.
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