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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1901
Page
4
A red haired man with polished manners visited Edison’s New Jersey lab, claimed to be Edison’s heir, and used business knowledge to charm staff. He borrowed money from several Edison subordinates before disappearing, exposing a confidence scheme at the works.
A parish or city meeting notes the Manufacturers and Merchants association and chamber of commerce discussing tide lands access. The committee urges more in the district to improve state accessibility to traffic, with DIN legislative action and a June 1 council deadline. Vulcan Iron Works joins the association as new members.
City engineer's office issued permits for several projects including a 2 story frame dwelling at 324 Thirteenth Avenue priced at 2100 dollars and a frame dwelling at 20 Thirteenth Avenue North costing 1990 dollars. Other entries include repairs at 107 Vine for 396 dollars a 2 story frame dwelling at 1801 Ante Avenue for 975 dollars and a 1 story frame at 2262 Fifteenth Avenue for 200 dollars. A 1 and 2 story frame dwelling in Kin add priced at 3300 dollars a i story church at 7 Avenue South costing 700 dollars and a 2 story frame stable at 1914 Avenue costing 4500 dollars.
Rourke of Binghamton sues the Navy Association of Chicago and others claiming their wholesale drug house policy forced newspapers to stop advertising Rourke Bros at cut rates. The suit alleges ads were used to pressure papers and affect distribution and earnings.
Judge Tallman ruled on Mather versus Mades demurrers, stating foreclosure requires a full notice period with sale after the 25th if notice is given on the 10th. Yakima Kittitas judge Rudkin will sit from April 15 to April. Anna Barrington petitions for special letters of administration for Yorke Bara’s estate, valued at 16 500, plus other property.
The Frawley company will bring Are Trumps to town after a New York word from their agent. The Gar theater production, originally by Charles, is a success. Arthur Jones' The eman leads the bill with Brother John following. The Highwayman at Seattle theater draws praise for music and libretto. Foxy Quiller and Miss Germaine shine as the cast impresses. The company presents three more nights with a Saturday matinee.
The week features Shirley company offerings with The Coun try Girl and Ushly Duckling. Beattle theater previews The Little Minister and The Sheaf of Arrows, while Theatre presents The Telephone Girl with Marty Hermeen and Mabel Hite. The Searchlight shows current events with Mrs Nation of Kansas.
A large number of Seattle and Tacoma candidates were initiated into the Mystic Shrine. Grand imperial potentate Lou Bh. Winsor and about 100 brethren who had just returned from Honolulu were present. The day began with a luncheon, followed by the initiation ceremony and a grand banquet in the evening. The Shriners will parade through Seattle, with no long stop planned.
Special correspondence from Camden New Jersey reports Mamie Hro gan a 6 year old girl braved the cold in night clothes as a fireman shielded her with a greatcoat. She guided the engines to a blaze threatening her home, displaying remarkable presence and courage.
New York report details a divorce suit where Philip G. Turfman seeks absolute divorce from Olga Turfman, contending she was kissed by Edgar A. Mayor Katie Tyler testified to frequent visits and kissing. Justice MacLean notes servant testimony may prompt inquiries but does not justify a divorce decree.
A barefoot girl Mamie alertly shouted fire and led firefighters to Marmile's home at 828 Atlantic Avenue. Flames in a rear room were started by children Playing with matches and quickly extinguished. Mrs Trogan was away, sparing the house from destruction.
Mr. Hammernote states his music is his life as Maude notes the irony of geniuses. Mamie replies that some minds endure hard paths, prompting a wry observation on art and hardship.
At yesterday’s regents executive committee meeting the plan to offer a 40 by 286 foot plot for 200000 to the United States government was discussed. A full board meeting will decide the question and whether the library site would be affected.
News notes milk costs falling with a promised five cent per quart price. Current sixteen quart allotments distributed to families may continue while the rate is eyed for reduction, a return to the five cent level seen a year ago.
.wallpaper sale advertised by Star Paint Co at 20-301 Pike. Christopher-bike repairing shop invites customers to visit and see deals. Shoppers urged to act quickly for limited double rolls and discounts.
Yesterday afternoon Judge Tallman granted a divorce to Lutte Jenna from Lewin H Jenna on abandonment grounds. Jenna, daughter of Col Henry Landes president of Port Townsend First National Bank, and Jenne, son of Rev Percival Jenne rector of St Johns Victoria, wed five years ago amid high social regard. Two years later Jenna was neglected and has since struggled to support herself and child. her parents opposed the marriage, with the father backing her husband.
Sapho-A Confection Haynes creates a dainty sweet served after dinners at luncheons. It is described as the proper finish and is said to be unavailable anywhere else in Seattle.
Two passenger trains on the Denver and Rio Grande collided at Eden seven miles from Pueblo at 10 30 last night. High speed prevented a serious wreck though three trainmen were severely injured.
In Woodshed Springrimld Tl a 12 year old girl, Mrs Margaret Carr aged 7 from Girard, attempted to kill herself by hanging at home. She was discovered and cut down by her daughter Mrs FF Allen. Despondency over the death of her husband and infant child was the cause.
The collier Willamette wrecked near Union Bay on March 1 was sold at the wreck site to Moran Bros. Co. for 99 000 dollars. The remaining 000 tons of coal in her hold were bought by the same firm for 196 000 dollars. The vessel will be patched up at the scene and towed to port to be converted into a first class steamer, a costly undertaking.
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