The Seattle Star Newspaper, October 9, 1908, Page 1

LAST 196. VOL. 10. NO ———_—_— WT ACTED AS ATTORNEY) FOR PROPERTY | OWNERS. | Woman Shows a Receipt for Fee Paid to Him in 1892. Tat methods of handling delin pesessment accounts make it to check up the alleged of John W. Pratt, who suicide five years ago, Milling the position of special tax attorney for the city receipts presented to iy authorities at various tn iow that Pratt had taken for delinquent s« b fe no record she wie ‘nat tee iy treasurer ever received the ‘money. Pratt appears to have been given! power to compromise or mitie delinquent agsesements, and ere was means adopted of amy check on what he re- He issued his own receipts, the money, and the city simply gave credit for mts as Pratt turned over Bhortage Runs High. ‘he fhe shortage would the Was known iv believed by those familiar with the facts The only the city has of dis fume embezzied ts un of at the city treasurer's . ame Counci! in appointing Pratt ® had unlimited confidence in iy or wae criminally care ie assigning bim such abeo- without any method of & check on his collections. Of the claims handled by) ‘Special tax attorney were on) tz which had been de-| for years, and covered lo ¢ to years ego. In the aggre-| amounts ran into many an of dollars Brews Double Dealing. i That Pratt indulged in double | ing while employed by the city| shown by the experience of Mrs. jroline Krause, who owns a lot Seve av. wear Stewart st. December 7, 1892, she paid) p city coverin, At this time Pratt was tax attorney. EDITION |. The Joyous Festivities Tax iy run into a large figure away in the home of Mr. and Mra the person holding @ receipt contury B and bas tt compared with the wonday sheand her husband cele that particular account | brated the 50th anniv ie payments credited thereon. wedding day, and Mra. Wood, vements completed from | Charity Society A Asks That | 000 me: ton's lose Interest,” Ht $5 ae @ retainer fee to act| Leo Kohn today her attorney in a suit against | $12,000 to go to the Stewart st. as | ‘hose who in the past have given money to | doting its good work are earnestly Krause. has a postal card | equested to continue.” MESSAGE FROM CHANCE’S WIFE WON THE GAME. (By United Press.) CHICAGO, Oct. 9-—"Thie Is our wedding anniversary. You Just have to win,” was the message flashed from Chicago te Cap tain Chance, of the Cubs, just before the great game that decided the National league pennant of 1908, “You just have to win,” flashed through Chance’s head, as he came to bat in the eventful third inning. Evers and Schulte were on second and third. Chance swung hard et the first pitched, sending it far in the crowd, scoring beth men, It little celebration on his own account. After the game, the happy little wife, whe had been watching the returna in Orchestra hall, sent her husband thie messag “This seems to be your day.— all was a — DEATH FOLLOWS CLOSE ON GOLDEN WEDDING the best of health and happy as the bride of years ago, greeted her hus band and nine children, with every expectation of being with them for many years to come. Woman's Strength and She Dies. The day was one of joy to Mra Hardly had the joyous echoes of Wood, and in her happiness she the golden wedding festivities died | gave no thought to the fact that years had weakened her once ro Robert Wood, in Renton, when | bust health, and she overtaxed he grim, heartless death crept In and strength. The excitement kept her disrupted the union which had en up, but after the celebration was dured in happiness for a balf alover, she became weaker and ker and finally passed away This morning Mrs, Wood died. this morning Funeral services will be held at wary of their the family residence at 2 o'clock in | Sunday afternoon a CALLS ON FRIENDS FOR __ THEIR USUAL SUPPORT living, could not have been consid ered for an Instant. Now we have/| a dozen Le aa which are at ing lovestigated “This is only a sample of what | we can do now. But we don't want to have to spend any of that $12 000 to pay the running expenses of the Charity Organization. Twelve thousand dollars is a lot of money, indeed, yet everyone must remem ber that there is so much deatitu-! tion that it will not go a very great distance. Only # person who has spent days in our office hae any | idea of the misery and misfortune that there is in a large city Old Benefactors Con- tinue Good Work. Just because we have raised $12 by the sale of tags does not that the Charity Organize former supporters should said Superintendent We t th and poor keep the organtzation “Pratt, dated February 23,| Superintendent Kohn says that Passe Misery By. @eking her to come to his | for the first time in its history the It is right under everybody's and sign the complaint in| Charity society has funds to do! nose, but in their hurry about their Later the woman had *mething with. Heretofore, with/ own affairs they rush by unseeing AB assessment, amounting ‘he *mall amount at its disposal, [t would be a calamity to the poor © afterwards | the society was barely able to come and needy of the city If the good TING READY. OR BIG GAME .. will Be for the Tigers Tomorrow. By United Press.) to the aid of the most desperate | cases, and time after time the poor land sick could anywhere o the reason that there was no money in the ta and in @ way te people of Seattle were to think they had done everything neceasary for the poor, now that they have bought tags, and take no more in terest in them not be accorded r adequate relief for |to do it with 1 heartily approve of the sug Need Artifici Limbe. gestion of The Star reader to or Take, for instance, the matter | ganize little clube which wil! raise —* art intetel limbs,” said Mr. Kohn.| money to pay the fixed expenses Tag day this relief, which | of the Charity Organization. Every ans uch to the cr ac-| dollar given for this purpose means putting them on t feet; another dollar for some person earning their who needs it RAILROADED TO ago from Brooklyn IT, Mich, Oct. %—Ar bo lesate hee Brother, OBLIVION Of carpenters went to work te ‘ Me left home Mis Bennett park erecting tiers aining ship Bt. Mary iitiona! seat accommoda ~ at * se 2 a ptt crowae xpeete 4 tomor. | fi ! can © reached at { (By United Press.) Cube. fie SAYS BOUILLON HAS Fett Groot exile } pg SERVED NO NOTICE *2#!nineusn'ty & mi board of ‘t wh e t f e will re e t place at ‘ ae ae tatement filed Fane Go From Chicago ° i . af tas ‘ De. | ine ge om err tomo: ees the game rita thie 2 ave been tur reds of Wed by ¢ anager (By United Press.) a t t Wi M 10 a PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 9 a es * SEATTLE 0 AN BE) ro arse OS LALA ELECTED TODAY cause of accidental #hootir * feath of hia brother, Fred, two BANK CLEARINGS. 7 years bis jor ufter-| * (By United Press.) noon, The r| Cheariny 87 * “ - ti) late 30 | the banks of # slough on B. Taylor Been Ot t e new | t. Robert had laid d eal * rq m a treat and ‘tart PP Cleariny * 4 t " k away from it heel lance * ee i. caught in the hamme husing the f * ’ ; charge of the « Pred wan ai Chearin | GRE ier MS F in range of the rifle and # Balance * 4 ed the bullet in the head just PTeeeer eT ee tantl Witenes XPLOSION : ' , : Wr ‘ " t 0, ater of k ‘2 the juvenile court. roner t one OF holds an inquest The | David far me 1 from ay after . {Tacoma afew we ago a \ we wea ON Vint \ ng to leave for Blaine ope - - o- . V asl ant OR twos tome, { wom z tt The er we ‘ t Mem oe hey aun gourte ata ; - ps elie Ay ‘ o empted tae fo f ® ! . ' « PLANS A SURPRI® Me " nday's + Mea Statement 8 0 m ‘ : Jisbursement * whist party tom , $2,7 night 9 THE SEATTLE STAR MAY INVOLVE THE WHOLE CONTINENT OF EUROPE |PRATT TOOK BOTH SIDES IN CITY REGRADE CASES _ THE WEATHER TONIGHT FAIR AND COOLER; GATURDAY SEATTLE, WASH,, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 1908, FAIR, LIGHT VARIABLE WINDS, WAR FIRST GUN FIRED “FORTS OPEN ON ~<=| BULGARIAN FLAG Declaration of War Between Austria and Servia Is Hourly Expected. War which m boundaries of the PRICE ONE CENT ty ee HURRY AND REGISTER Registration books will be kept open at the eity hall until ® o'clock tomorrow night, is order to accommodate those have not registered for coming fall election. On aday the books close at 6 Pp. m., because of the reqular counct! meeting later, On Tuesday night the books are open until midnight, and this is the Inat opportunity to reg tater for the election AUSTRO-HUNGARY wn ROUMANIA * * * * * a * - * * * + * * - * + eee ere JURY IS ~ CHARGED laeine Cuiead at da iin Graft AR t BU CAARES Tene ER PAN SPE BULGARIA the the absorption of the lesser states, is breaking out as a result of the establishment of Bulgaria as an in- ay involve whole of Europe, and change the powers by dependent state by Prince Ferdinand, who recently established Hearing in Panama himself as Czar of Bulgaria and served notice of independence on Scandal. Abdul Hamid, Sultan of Turkey The opening guns were fired this morning at Constantinople, (By United Press.) when T sh batteries shelled a steamer flying the new flag of Bul- NEW YORK, Oct. 9.—Charging ore. perjury against Spencer Miller, of j Indications are that Czar Ferdinand secured the consent of the the Lidgerwood Manufactufing powers before he set up his independent government, and he is company, and bias against the being supported by Emperor Francis Joseph, of Austria-Hungary. board of inquiry into the That the powers consented to Bulgarian independence with the Wm At bidder, te as to cause a contract seandal intention of an 6 unsuccessful 4d such a scene starting a war which would enable them to despoll of ite European possessions and wipe out the Balkan states, is indicated by de Francis Joseph has fob Torkey ¢lopments. Emperor re. Russia fs already preparing for the fray. Germany must hold consultation, and will prob temporary adjournment of the board lowed the establishment of the Bulgarian government by si ing ‘There ts only one side of this Bosnia and Herzegovina from Servia. The people of that kingdom, « being heard,” angrily cried which can muster a million men, are clamoring for war with Aus a FS pathy 8 po toa bea MAP OF THE BALKAW REGION, SHOWING TURKEY AND trin-Hungary to regain the pilfered possessions, and King Peter, He thea aece Miller of per 80/70 Wan any MOMENT. THAT ARE EXPECTED TO whose hold on the throne is insecure at best; must accede to the jury and left Broth has tnt clamor or risk bis kingdom. ed that his concern, the — In reply to the Servian clamor the Austrian press warns Ser- oe ng I eg he en hl A TTA CK D | REC T via that a war is likely to result not only in the quick defeat of Seoted for favored eantiaeters Servia, bat the * of ite independence. | In the event of war between Austria and Servia the latter will | PRIMAR Y LA Ww furnish a bone for all Burope to quarrel over, to say nothing of | the result of the war now actually started between Turkey and ee epee 463 saae ~ —— Bulgaria VE cents Begun Before *‘ on, when the court will the Supr rt Genel enilies valk herself in readiness to help Austria in the event of a general Cow ) a om and 7 i rare questions under advise-| Wr. France may see an opportunity to avenge Alsace and Lo This Morning. ment. This ne that the date) raine, and England must protect her interests fn maintaining @ i decinion will be rendered) balance gf power. Italy could not hold herself aloof. eums%” Uglied rans The | may be within Ma hours = ‘aig The despolling of Turkey will be the first move, involved by | tengaet 0 dicnce that has ever boon | be Within as manhy mouths the probable conflict between Austria and Servia, and a general present attended the sup Among the candidates present at conflict is Hkely to result over the apportionment of the Balka court today. eginning at 10 the hearing we M. BE. Hay and! states Bryan Is Certain People Gcloeh arguments began on four! W. P. Bell, both directly interest pe bie Sees tacks upon the direct primary ed in the outcome, and 8. J. Chad FORTS OPEN Fi js seizing roads and bridges on the Will Win Fight Over | sitseks won conciuded late thie wick Bosnian border, where Austria aa Corporations heer oe (By United Pre yet is unprepared to offer resist - VIENNA, Oct. 9.—The Turkish ance. Lieut. Field Marshal Oscar MAKE REDUCTION IN 02.25% hh ge il a (By United Press.) on @ vessel In the Straits of the of the army today, and assumed JOLIET, Wis, Oct. 9—In al Bosphorus which was flying the charge this afternoon. syecch here today, Wa i ten| > POLICE ESTIMA TES rorricipe tig oF inseendere,) "ea oe, Servius a expressed his confidence that/ according to a message just re the frontier is not of any organ right will triumph ized in the present nature, and it is not known ceived here. The general situation campelgn, and said “l am sure Appropria ion Exceeds After the committee te through | le far more serious than ever be- whether it is under orders from the that the will of the people witli! r with the estimates the question of fore. Declaration of war between head of the government overcome the wiskee of the cor! [Last Year’s—Slashing whether a bond fssue shall be sold Austria and Servia is expected any| Austria is rushing troops to these porations which desire the election | . ie to be settled, and it ie here that moment. Russia’s fleet in the Black | districts, and if the Servians at- of Judge Taft to the presidency Continues. iy accaell maubers tiles aan sca ie mobilizing. British ships, tempt to enter the Bosnia territory Bryan went over the main Issues) Cecmbniivepensins The urban counellmen as a | ave been ordered to steam imme: | fighting undoubtedly will follow. of the campaign and criticized the} ge yg mp diately to Lemnes, a Turkish de oa enable the Jn & Kecond pruning process com-| rule insist pon being allowed ap R p ablic an pe form and the man cod. last night the city council's priatic m the general fund | Pendency. A general breaking away ane Intrigue Bobs Up. ner in which the Republican cam: | 000s ioe mittee slashed the : district Improve. |of the Turkish empire is imminent,| VIENNA, Oct. 9.—Austrian paign has been conducte : TENG) iewastment Gatien te ah wh-town councilmen {and the complications confronted | agents, working in the French cap- Former Gov. David R. Francis, of | St g8o"t) $352,316. The amount | ge the opinion that | BY the powers become more tangled tai to secure evidence that will Missouri, i» accompanying Bryan | HT ihe departh aa ccos| tite ob be done. In this| every hour, connect Premier Clemenceau, of a Was $706,465, and the tmorease is | case th « { district im France, with a plot to foment tro largely ay for special police |; ements must come fre Hostilities Certain. ble between Germany and Austria, Taft Taking # Rest service which will be require or one ta the oh LONDON, Oct. §.—England today | W!!! support the charge that he has CINCINNATI, Ohio, Oct. 9—~| tng the exposition Assesamen abandoned hope of avoiding wa offered to finance a revolution tn Judge Wm. H. Taft will reat at th 4 the Balkans Pit oeome certain Hungary, The charge has not home of his brother, Charles 4 that hostilities will break out im-|'@Xen official form, and may not Taft, here until Monday, when he tnadiatety between — Servia, and | @° 80 through lack of evidence will start on his tour of Ohio and Austria . Weet Virginia. In the meantime Fasatinessiids evens todse- easel The Berlin Treaty. Taft will not make many speeches ninth that the | ng up of the), CONSTANTINOPLE, Oct. 9.~ but will take the best care of hls present alignmen he Balkans The British, French and Russian colce and keep himself In readiness will be the cue England to | *Mbassadors announced today that for the vigorous activity that wii] isn annex Eaypt any notification of the Berlin mark the closing days of the cam treaty must have the consent of all palgn That's Why gs Hirsch ting th . to all ay é ad the powers signatory before it be- } woman of maturity Siamor for Strifs. omes operative. eee e eee eee eT ee Is Now Seeking a ' e to| BELGRADE, 8e Oct. 9 + Ps . e. st eged that he had | Preg ns have } Prepared for the Worst # CATHOLIC WOMEN HAVE «| Divorce. ing ted up dn today for th val of VIENNA, Oct. 9—"The peopl * STORMY SES8SION . bitettiniininia t " at First one aan th f he people * * ; t t fortified of Austria are supporting the gov Alieging that her husband iF i ae bs ernment in the annexati f Boe * (By United Press.) * | tatvatt f Marie Proak "I t " . oo. Swe a and Herzgovina. Austria hor * DETROIT, Mich. Oct. 9—~ # : d Mis A larg f\ ond large n the country oa } ; *# After a st seasion to &| mate Hund, as she te some red | Hing out | £% & Peaceful outcome t is pre * P j Sane known, te wuch as to cause | to | photog wi _— oo King trian, but the /Bared for the worst This state # wh sical ¢ adounte | nagipet. the business of the Hirsch | Hirsch 1 Ave on of| against war with A A t the | ment was made t on by ‘ narrow 5 ed, Mrs. ®/ oiamacy compat t wh h he t times fis eople et DD eet ene Mintater nthal * Rose D. Rittman, of Minneapo- & ‘ < € tr < R f atilities, | ©. * ots president of #/ manager, and to squande r and . med oF hostilitios, | etter @: a . “ 3 lm Bt gh : Chriatine Hirsch fs ng for 1 f f \ i 4 : yy 4 - , fiveree fr h va C. Hirsch “ M € © 8 # Chicago & majortt © © | the super roa t ae / Reason for Sece * oh ning 1 wild | _ sae evidenc Mrs. Hiract . . et an \NTINOPLE ot A 2% was om the stand this mort ‘ . : et e Turk v ent iy vols Hy e a 5 | that her hus! ud Insist \ ’ ia 4 ve hy * * = oe. ta ba Ime eceded from Se ie ie ie ee ie ee ee , mS 7 ~ rene b ing the f tr { be key sw idg } Order Out Cruisers and Bulgaria, It denies any con PINCHOTS POLICY LONDK h-artand totes |nestion ‘whatever. oa the part of . e € Glory an garia with the a n of 1S UPHELD WANTS SQUARE DEAL! {ne _crulaers | Bosnta and Hersegovina by Austria, ; FOR RAILROADS ‘ and , ‘ gur (By United Press.) I On are bine aves wey by " i by AN FRANCISCO, Oct. 9,—'The a a +. eG e same at act he opposition to the government for : ! ' i ak-| young Turks in their fight for the estry policy wa in the \ TraneM ppl eongr today, | r ~ | PR 5 7 vores Gav. Ceaees, ©. Fs heath tio coffe and WILL NOT PROSECUTE Callf a, representing Chief F Francis Wenay Wants tol tics . , b 4 “ EC er Gifford Pinchot, has beer ‘ ADL ooueat t* | { ningt Meet Newspaperman YOUTHFUL FORGER ‘ , Boye on the Platform. ent I ! * aie itealt K H ort r Ka of M ! ; . : a. ¢ j By United Pres . } oO, ( it t ; Frandis J nl 1 i in " , y at attori Ke ‘ T k h aAui " ¢ f i for 1 nel repert of #. W. Morris, }a ! 4 A t ® ' ai l f ! Live stock t , mnity Co, was filed in the ee | Qritibem Re fi Hoarst een ‘ * porlor court thie hay we. | be pani 2 lorse the attitude been « { w Bu a ty je ord 1 ymows Mipwlititew f teeta ef - or A equa ‘ aah pa ; ’ fasnit ved nometn of OF008 ‘eae fgeene Gina Rr gam Hoxarn \ aa - 7 voting in conj@netic th A OMigials of. the. bank ' 4s etn o O5.208.¢ pqtawewny 46 the erat oot FRUIT LAND FOR ENTRY 1 en I rt ¢ ecut , ‘ 0 a vee Nek, 1 hie beh mG smectite BP. \ - of, ame ine Rata 8 ee oar 06 United Prose 2 * : ti In a wr. : iad bervia Starts Soin Atoa Couly re: ne wer ed f " r A " u has agreed ( bis,