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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1908

Page

7

Fumigation Planned to Fight Consumption in City

Health Commissioner announces a future thorough fumigation of homes to curb tuberculosis. Inspectors will oversee the program, aiming to eradicate disease spread from urban cases. Authorities warn careless relatives risk delays, and expect a notable decrease in city cases. Seattle remains comparatively free but eastern arrivals have driven past deaths.

Abiout St Ylness Health Commission Sante Giee Crichton Ubte Cfty Eonterm Seattle

Venezuela adds insult to injury in Caracas dispute

The Caracas government and the United States clash over pending American claims. Secretary Root pressures Congress for authority to act at The Hague. The dispute centers on Venezuela's stance and renewed diplomatic friction as negotiations with President Castro proceed.

Fashington Cas Caracas Roosey Root Castro Root Congress Hague Rootts Venezuela

Barred Proceedings At Land Office Hearing

Reporters were barred from public recording as Edward W. Divon presided over the land office hearing regarding J. Henry Smith. Department officials ordered no statements until the case is submitted. Witnesses including BR Harner and L W Martian testified, with 17 specifications in the complaint. The trial is expected to be lengthy with many witnesses subpoenaed.

Edward W. Divon J. Henry Smith the Weal Land Office Bee Smith BR. Harner L. W. Martian West Virginia

A Dramatic School Performance At Egan Tonight

Tonight opens the lean Dramatic venom show at Egan Dramatic School featuring an three acts play The Chinese Tragedy Segumeee a one act A Merry Meeting The program includes Marietta’s class The Witch Dance and closes with the balcony scene from Romeo and Juliet with Romeo played by Miss Hayman and Juliet by Miss Rimbold.

Marietta Mise Saipsmac Hayman Romeo Mise Nita Rimbold Juliet

Murder near Cheney linked to robbery on railroad track

Frank Morean was murdered near Cheney Washington when his body was placed on a railroad track to conceal the crime A section band dragged the body off the track before a train arrived. robbery is cited as the motive.

Gt Press Frank Morean Cheney Wash

Newspaper employee robbed by footpad

W. C. Cawein of the engraving department at the Post Intelligencer reported being knocked down near his home at 2 45 this morning on Lane street. A gold watch and 10 in cash were taken. no description of the robber could be provided.

W. C. Cawein the Post Intelligencer Lane St Cawein

Falcon freighter launched for Capt Caine at Moran yard

The freighter Falcon built by Moran Company for Captain i FP Caine was launched this afternoon. The vessel was christened by Hitle Ruth Daw daughter of the manager of the Alaska Pacific Steamship Co.

Falcon Moran Company I FP Caine Hitle Ruth Daw Alaska Pacific Steamship Co

A New Bish of Political Stew in Oregon

United Press reports two Republican presidential nominees Vice President Pairbanks and Senator Pax join three other senators Cullom Nelson and Lodge in supporting reelection of Senator Fulton. The Oregon gossip page quotes the trio as part of a larger coterie and notes Fulton’s recent feature as an undesired figure in national coverage.

United Press Portland Ove Pairbanks United States Pax Cullom Llinota Nelson Minnesota Lodge Massachusetts Oregon Fulton Senate

Frasier Pleads Guilty in Petit Larceny Case

Fred Frasier pleaded guilty in the superior court to petit larceny for entering Dr. W. Bleecker s state room on the Defiance on February 16 1965 and will serve one year in county jail.

Fred Frasier DR. W. Bleecker

Harmen Fined by Higher Court Over Mining Matter

Harmen, a mining man, was fined $20 today by Judge Ger ee eet Seetae ae Tie Teeter in the supreme court by George 8S. Lemwors due to unspecified conduct.

HM. BR. Harmen Ger George 8S. Lemwors

Bowman Awarded 950 in Seattle, Renton & Southern Case

James Bowman received consolation of 950 from a jury at the superior court today for injuries from boarding a car on the Seattle Renton and Southern line on July 16. He asked for 1904.

James Bowman Superior Court Seattle, Renton & Southern

Seattle man surrenders as warrant issued for animal cruelty

Julius Petteviel of South Seattle gave himself up after learning a life or reset warrant on cruelty to animals charges. He allegedly beat a horse with a fence tail, tied it down and braced its head. He was released on a $16 bond.

Julius Petteviel Teameter South Seattle Petteviel

Jackies to Appear in Vaudeville on Washington

During the Washington's stay at Seattle the ship's vaudeville troupe plans a charity show for the Savvy relief fund at a local theatre to be announced. The lineup includes Manager W. Chief Yeoman Mreetor C B Murrey and others including J L Barnes J Costin G Seales and A DeVries with ensemble roles and a band. A men’s dance is also scheduled during the visit.

Washington Seattle Savy Relief Fund Vauderville Company W. Chief Yeoman G. Seales A. DeVries C. Beck F. A. Libbon H. E B. Waterman

Civil War Veterans Celebrate 43rd Anniversary Event

Veterans and citizens gathered at the tabernacle to mark 43 years since the Civil War ending. Major Miller chaired the meeting attended by about 600 people, with Rev EF Sutton urging donations for the Washington Children Home and raising funds.

Tabernacle Major Miller EF. BB. Sutton Washington Children Home Eec

Japanese gunman Sam Mort on trial for first degree murder

Sam Mort a Japanese national was placed on trial this afternoon for the murder of T. Nakamura on December 9, 1907. Judge A W Frater presided as the jury selection began.

Sam Mort T. Nakamura A. W. Frater

Youth Missing After Harbor Watch

Kenley Clothier a young resident left home to watch the armored cruiser Washington enter the harbor. He did not return last night and police have been asked to locate the boy.

Kenley Clothier Terry Av Washington

Marguerite Hall Granted Divorce From John Hall

Judge George E. Morris grants Marguerite Hall a divorce from John Hall on grounds of cruelty. The ruling appears in a Boston area court filing dated today.

Marguerite Hall John Hall George E. Morris

Gas Stove Explosion Sparks Fire at Grand Restaurant

A gas stove in the rear of the Grand restaurant at 1416 First Ave exploded at 11 20 am today igniting a fire that gutted the attic and sleeping quarters for several Japanese in the rear of the building. Estimated damage is under $200.

Execution of War rick Brookes in Philadelphia Hangings

Philadelphia reported that War rick Brookes, a Black man, was hanged today becoming the seventh murderer executed in eight weeks. He had killed Wm. Jones, another Black man, in an act described in city dispatches.

Philadelphia Warrick Brookes Brookes Wm. Jones

TO SEE BATTLESHIPS Take boats at Pier 2

Boats run from Pier 2 for battleship views with ten round trips daily at six tenths of a dollar per trip.

Ose

Bring on the Fun by Norman Robe

The Atlantic fleet sails toward San Diego after hard practice with a welcome from Pacific coast cities. Mayors send messages of hospitality as crews anticipate a joyful shore leave and reunion with homeland crowds.

Norman Robe U. S Georgia Magdalena Bay San Diego Pacific Coast

Stone Landing light damage verdict seals first case

A Washington jury awarded Fred Oberg 2000 against King County Opera in the first Stone Landing damage case. The trial stemmed from a wharf collapse during an excursion, with three children drowned and plaintiffs seeking damages totaling about 170000. County officials[?] view the ruling as a victory while discussing later awards.

Mitchel Gilam Department of the Experior Fred Oberg Agatiet King County Opera Smith

Divinity Gira Recipe Sparks College Buzz

A quirky how to for making divinity sweets circulates amid college life. The piece describes sugar water syrup, beating egg whites, combining mixtures, and adding nuts, ending with a cooled, sliced confection amid playful campus chatter.

James A Larson Arrest Over False Pretenses Charge

James Austin Larson was arrested at the Savoy hotel on a warrant for obtaining money under false pretenses. He posted 2000 dollars cash bail and appeared in Judge Gordon's court. Patients accuse Larson of charging 10 dollars for consultation that was not returned, while Larson says it was his regular fee and no deceit occurred.

James Austin Larson Savoy Hotel Gordon Larson

Wrong Man Accused After Altercation With Patrolman

A man was jailed after an incident with Patrolman French. He was fined 20 dollars today and will serve the sentence in the city jail. The confrontation occurred when Hagen allegedly approached the officer in plain clothes last night.

French Hagen

Cook Funeral to Be Held Sunday

Funeral services for Ralph Cook, chief of the Seattle fire department, will be held Sunday at 1:30 o'clock at the First Presbyterian Church. Rev. M. A. Maws will preach the sermon. Local firemen will attend and a body detail and burial at Lake View Cemetery will follow.

Ralph Cook Seattle Fire De.t M. A. Ma Lake View Cemetery

Misgouri Bank Closed After Deposit Run

St Louis April Olive Street bank a state institution closed by order of the state bank examiner. A crowd of depositors gathered seeking funds, police restored order. Capital stock 600, deposits about 570000. Failure attributed to bad outstanding loans.

United Press ST. Louis Olive Street Bank State Bank Bank Ta Sige

Drunkenness Arrest Leads to Shotgun Standoff

Harry Kalem, proprietor of the Mason Lodging Wowse at Thirday and Anton ot, was arrested by Patrolman Quinn for drunkenness. Kalem allegedly broke away and faced Quinn with a shotgun before a warrant was sworn out and he was sent to the station.

Harry Kalem Mason Thirday Anton Ot Quinn Kalem

Damages Sought After Car Collision In Seattle

Stephenson C Corner asks 1500 damages from Seattle Electric Co claiming injury in a collision with a Lana park car on First ave October 4 1907 He says the oncoming car gave no warning while he drove a team in the incident filed in the supreme court.

Stephenson C. Corner Seattle Electric Company Lana Park First Agv Superor Corner

Cuban Fever Denial Sways Protest to Washington

Havana reports Gov. Gen. Magellon sent an earnest protest to Washington over the quarantine on Cuba. He cites American officials across the island denying any fever on the isle.

Havana Magellon Washington Cuba

Springfield man denied rehearing faces April 4 hanging

Nermen Biliek of Springfield was sentenced to death for murdering five members of the Vraal family a few months ago. The state supreme court denied a rehearing and he awaits execution on the gallows scheduled for April 4, unless clemency or a pardon is granted by the governor or pardons board.

Springfield Nermen Biliek Muerstering Vraal State Supreme Court Anleas Board of Pardons

Ford's Third Trial Opens Over Trolley Franchise Bribery

In San Francisco on April 9, ex Attorney General Tirey L. Ford faced the third trial on an indictment accusing him of bribing a city supervisor to back United Railways overhead trolley franchise. Judge Lavier presided.

San Francisco Abe Ruef Jennings Phillips Parkside Realty Company Ban Francisco Tirey L. Ford United Railways

Corey to Retire as U S Steel President in April Meeting

Pittsburg stockholders, in large numbers, demand retirement of William Ellia Corey as president of the United States Steel corporation at the annual meeting on April 20, citing incompetence in adversity.

Corey Pittsburg William Ellia Corey United States Steel Corporation

Jury deadlocked defendant in Seattle Electric defraud case released

J. E B. Vinnette, whose jury failed to agree on a conspiracy to defraud Seattle Electric Co., has been released from county jail on bail. Capt. John O'Brien assumed command of the Yucatan last night, while Capt. Frank Moore, formerly on the Yucatan, has joined the Alaska.

J. E B. Vinnette Seattle Electric Co John O’brien Yucatan Frank Moore Yucaten Alaska

Waller Bros Ad Offers Large Lots With Small Cash Payment

Real estate notice from Waller Bros listing large lots available with a small cash payment and balance like rent. Address given as 9th and California Avenue. Indicates property sale terms and installment style purchase.

Waller Bros., Ind California

Coast Co. Plans Bridge Walkway Over Portland Future

Coast Company announces plans to construct a pedestrian bridge over the Portland riverfront, linking downtown districts and improving access. City officials support the project as a potential boost to commerce and tourism, with a target completion timeline unclear.

Public Market announces fresh produce and new stalls

New cabbage is on the market today at 5c per head. Lettuce offers three bunches for 1.5d. Fancy dried peaches sold by the pound. Ben Davis apples from Wematechea delivered at 1.15 and 1.25 per box. Green peppers 6c to 1c each. India relish 10c per pint. Corned beef 6c per pound. Liver 5c per dish. A new fish stall opens at the public market.

Ben Davis India

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