30 Sep 1910
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1910
Page
1
The council investigation into Seattle officials proceeds secretly with powers from the city charter. The mayor and Wappenstein are named for potential scrutiny while the committee vows to remain inquisitorial and some parties push for public access, likening it to a grand jury.
Mayor Gill reinstates Police Chief Wappenstein and promises a public investigation open to press. He accuses Acting Mayor Wardall and Councilor Way of collusion with gamblers while defending a negro club man in court.
The Star pledges relentless pursuit of corrupt officials as Seattle faces a sweeping anti graft campaign. Editors warn that cries of hurting business are tactics to shield criminals while executives face possible prison. Public sessions may be avoided, urging decisive action to purge the graft and restore honesty in city government.
In Seattle a proposed measure would sentence non paying husbands to jail and require work for the family. Tworoger notes enforcement assisted by judges has been limited as wives often refuse to prosecute. The plan seeks to keep incomes flowing to families during absence and is supported by local nominees for the legislature.
A troubled scene records Pearl Campbell seeking a warrant against Saya after a morning assault. The report notes a black eye and a prior three year span connected to Gordon, with a promise to pay a fine of eight dollars.
George Rice, sought in a Sheftela Dwindles case, surrendered to U S Commissioner Shields in New York. Bail set at 25000 dollars, examination ordered for October 6.
Washington reports Missouri’s population reached 3,203,325, a six percent rise, according to figures issued by the census bureau.
Attorney Turner and Charles Baldwin refuse to pay extra nickels on the Seattle Renton and Southern car line. They ride into the city without extra charge while conductors collect and back down on ejecting dissenters. Turner plans lawsuits for each ejection, claiming a Spokane judge ruled five cents inside city limits. Company officials say no notice of the ruling and will continue six cent fares until appeal concludes.
Local officials report shocking disclosure of gambling activity in Seattle. The piece notes protests and political tension surrounding the issue as a city grapples with rising concerns.
George Card of 4101 Seventh Avenue m. started a hunting trip but stopped at Brown's Saloon on Bradford Street where, in a frisky mood, he fired a 20-40 rifle and wounded his right leg. He was returned home and the hunt postponed.
In Act I the city awaits Hiram Gill amid sermons of reporters and local clubs as news travels of his Elba-like return. Act II shows Gill stepping ashore at 6 51 and greeting friends while villagers fall quiet along the harbor and a helper resumes street muck work.
Rochester Minnesota September report says Senators La Follette Wisconsin will undergo gall stone removal at Mayo Hospital. Doctors William and Charles Mayo plan operation around 2 PM today. Forty jurors including Ole Hanson were drawn for November federal court term and must report November 17.
President Taft appoints J. B. Napler of Nashville Tennessee as register of the treasury. Napler will sign new currency.
The message notes a today initiative by Mayor Hiram in collaboration with M. Wardali and others, described as loving and affectionate. It outlines a joint effort likely spanning cultural or civic projects and celebrates cooperative intent. The document emphasizes unity and creative partnership.
Edward Murray a San Francisco. longshoreman fell 15 feet on a wet deck of the steam schooner Fair Oaks at Pier BD and died from a broken neck. He leaves a wife and two children.
Several hundred carbineers aiding the authorities in isolating cholera patients clashed with the populace in Naples today, sparking a serious riot as police attempted to restore order.
An unemployed man found employment after checking The Star's classified page. The notice highlights the classifieds as an effective job source for readers seeking work.
The Star invites critics to submit drama criticism for the play Win Wireless at the Seattle Theatre. The top critic will win a box seat for next week, four seats for runners up, and two seats for other good write ups.
Mrs. Julie P. Quinn, freed by habeas corpus against the Universal Brotherhood and Theosophical Society, says she received only 25 dollars in two years at Katherine Tingley’s Point Loma estate. She claims 12 thousand dollars was paid to support her and two children, William and Harriet, with limited visits to the youngsters.
A humorous local item notes Mrs. Wappenstein, amid her husband’s legal troubles, declaring after reading newspapers that he is friendless. She quips they already own two dogs but will buy four more to have friends in Seattle, as her husband goes to the city hall.
John Mc Daide a Seattle miner was shot by the Forty Thieves gang early today in New York City. Kid Seery was arrested and admitted the shooting. Papers in Mc Daide’s pocket show him as a Seattle figure with a Seattle photographer’s portrait among his effects.
In Tacoma a wife who killed her paramour is supported by her husband in court after wronging him. The scene shows the spouse providing care and testimony as legal proceedings unfold.
In Tacoma on September 30 the trial of Mrs Belle Johnston for the murder of Frank Hauck was interrupted after she fainted for the second time since yesterday. The state needs one or two more witnesses, and court may run late as attorneys prepare final appeals to the jury. If no further collapses occur, proceedings will continue.
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