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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1914

Page

5

Rate War on Yukon Ends in Big Alaska deal

Announcement states Sloss holdings in the Northern Navigation Co Alaska sold to American Yukon Navigation Co a White Pass & Yukon Route subsidiary. The transfer covers about 2 million dollars in property including 43 steamers 54 barges and terminal facilities in Alaska. White Pass gains control of the longest water route in the North.

Sloss Northern Navigation Co Alaska American Yukon Navigation Co White Pass Yukon Guegenheims

Arctic Expedition Sails North in Secrecy

The Arctic Commercial company led by president F. W. Wonn has chartered schooner P. J. Adler for a Northbound cruise with Capt. Ole Aannevik in command. The expedition’s purpose remains undisclosed as the vessel departs on May 1.

P. J. Adler Arctic Commercial Company F. W. Wonn Ole Aannevik

Easter hat invention saves money in playful exchange

A wife crafts an Easter hat from a paper pie plate with a 10 cent charlotte russe, sparking a joking remark about saving $15. Separately a steamship President sets a record by covering the San Pedro to San Francisco route in 22 hours.

President San Pedro San Francisco

Seattle Woman Flat on Back Gets Relief from Akoz

Mrs. C. E. B. Steinford of 937 Twenty second avenue south credits Akoz for rapid recovery from rheumatism stomach trouble and kidney trouble after three weeks on the remedy. She used the Akoz compound on affected parts and drank Akoz water, reporting pain relief reduced swelling and near elimination of symptoms. Akos claims similar results for rheumatism stomach trouble catarrh eczema kidney trouble piles and other ailments and invites inquiries at Owl Drug Store Third and Pike Street.

C. E B. Steinford Second Avenue South California Durie Akoz Akor Akos Owl Third Pike $Treet

Judge Wood Files Voluntary Bankruptcy Petition

Judge W. Wood, a mayoral candidate, files a voluntary bankruptcy petition declaring liabilities of around 24,032 and assets about 26,079. He cites a $200,000 grievance from another state and says the step will help him meet obligations, support his family, and live normally. The Trustee Co officer notes a related bankruptcy filing.

W. Wood

Missing Captain Griffiths believed to flee to Canada

Army officers search for Capt. J. H. Griffiths, disbursing officer at the quartermaster depot, after he fled from the Otel Perry while held on embezzlement charges involving $9,000. No trace of him has been found, officials think he escaped north toward Canada or Alaska.

J. H. Griffiths Quartermaster’s Otel Perry Beleve Canada Alaska

Arrested Pastor Accused of Beating Adopted Son

In Pasadena California Reverend Fred R. Matthews a retired minister faces arrest after neighbors report he beat his 14 year old adopted son with a garden hose when the boy refused to say prayers. A separate incident notes a pickpocket stole Police Chief Murphy.

Pasadena Cal Fred R. Matthews Matthews

Peg o My Heart at the Moore Leaves Crowd in Roaring Laughs

A reader recalls the Moore Theatre performance of Peg o My Heart. The reviewer found the show immensely enjoyable with balanced laughs and touching moments. The heroine Peggy O Nine is revealed as truly Irish and her brogue authentic.

Peg Michel Peggy O'Neil

Model Husband Jailed for Double Life in New York

Edward Mendel of New York and New Jersey was sentenced to 18 years at Sing Sing after a jury convicted him of an assault and robbery linked to a pattern of attacks on women. His wife and two children collapsed in court as the sentence was announced.

New York Edward Mendel Newark N. J Sing Sing Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Mendel Pauline Koetzle Woolworth Koetzie Whitman Miss Grey Ben

Lincoln High School to Undergo Two-Story Addition

Lincoln High School, the city's second large school, is slated for alterations to accommodate district growth. Plans for a two story addition include a gym, auditorium, and additional rooms. Broadway High School was recently enlarged as a precedent.

Lincoln High School Contac Broadway High School

Beacon Hill Banquet Backs Parking Strips Plan

More than 209 Beacon Hill residents and Beacon Hill Improvement Club members hosted Mayor Gill and city council at a banquet in the Beacon Hill schoolhouse. The mayor voiced support for parking strips on the west side, a measure residents have urged. Council members and others spoke.

Beacon Hill

Vaccination question raises rights under police power

The letter questions compulsory vaccination by boards of health, cites risks of vaccines and asks what legal authority sustains such action. It asks for known Supreme Court support and urges clear rights to refuse vaccination and protect personal bodily security.

Journal American Medical Association of the 21St Met Jno. J. Mullowney Easton Pennsylvania Jacob L. Mowery Lancaster Lancaster County Bainbridge Billmeyer Board of Health Boards of Health Washington United States Supreme Court

Pike Place Market Adds 75000 Dollar Expansion

The Old Pike Place Public Market will announce in The Star the grand opening of its new 75000 addition. The completion elevates Pike Place Market as a leading public market and Seattle's pioneer in the West. The expanded market showcases a dramatic transformation in size and appearance attracting nationwide attention.

Pike Place The Star Seattle West

Dowager Empress Haruko Dies in Namazu Japan

Dowager Empress Haruko, mother of the boy ruler, dies at Namazu at 64 after heart disease and Bright's disease listed as causes. She had been critically ill, lapsed suddenly while speaking to the emperor, and died within minutes despite doctors' efforts.

Japan Namazu Tokio Haruko Bright Matsuhito

Writ Issued For Mother Jones In Colorado

The Colorado supreme court issued a writ of habeas corpus for the release of labor leader Mother Jones. The writ is returnable in ten days.

Denver State Supreme Court

Erickson to Lecture on Municipal Government at Socialist Temple

Councilman Oliver T. Erickson will deliver a lecture on Municipal Government this Sunday evening at the Socialist temple located at 711 Olivest. The event starts at 8 o'clock and is hosted by the Fourth ward local of the socialist party.

Oliver T. Erickson Socialist Temple Olivest Socialist Party

The Sport Coat Description with Lining and Collar

The item describes a dark green and navy blue check sport coat with changeable peau de cygne lining and a large square collar that buttons at the neck. Priced at 25.50, located on the second floor.

Senate Halt Panama Settlement Debate

Washington officials anticipate the Senate will not ratify the Bogota treaty to pay Colombia 25 million for Panama. Influential senators doubt passage of any payment for territory the U.S. already holds. The Bryan plan for settling foreign issues faces Senate resistance after Denmark talks.

Washington Senate Bogota Colombia Panama United States State Department America Denmark Senate Foreign Relations Committee

Memorial tribute to Mrs. Lillian M. N. Stevens

Tribute was paid to the memory of Mrs. Lillian M. N. Stevens president of the W. C. T. U. who died in Portland Maine. Services were held by the local branch in Plymouth church Wednesday afternoon.

Lillian M. N. Stevens Portland Plymouth Church

Mass meeting calls for release of Mother Jones

A mass meeting is planned for next Sunday at 3 p m in City Hall Park to demand the release of Mother Jones an 80 year old woman agitator held in Colorado Good speakers will address the gathering.

Mother Jones Colorado

Seattle Philharmonic Ends Season at Metropolitan

The Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra, assisted by the Amphion Society, gave its final concert of the season at the Metropolitan Theatre on Wednesday night.

Amphion Society Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra Metropolitan Theatre

Eugenics Lecture by Dr Littlefield at Rosicrucian Hall

Dr Charles W Littlefield delivers a lecture on Eugenics at Rosicrucian hall 1810 Westlake Avenue. The talk is under the New Thought society auspices and scheduled for Saturday evening at 8 o'clock.

Chas. W. Littlefield Rosicrucian Hall Westlake Av New Thought ‘Society

Quake Strikes Healdsburg Area This Morning

A stiff earthquake shock was felt in Healdsburg California around 9 45 a m today confined to the immediate vicinity of Healdsburg according to witnesses and local officials no damage reported at this time and no injuries noted in the bulletin

Healdsburg Cal

Ever Stick Plate Dental Offer in Seattle

Dr L R Clark promotes his large Seattle dental practice and Ever Stick Plate with extensive observation, low prices, and a guarantee. Gas dental services emphasized for tooth restorations and full sets.

L. R. Clark Seattle

Regal Dental Offices Ad Notice

Regal Dental Offices at 1405 Third Ave. N. W. Cor Union advertise with a note to bring this ad. Dr L R Clark D D S Mg owner or manager listed.

Regal Dental L. R. Clark D. D Third Av N. W. Cor Union

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