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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1909
Page
2
City Engineer Thomson notes the city may seek actual or computed damages from contractors for delays in street contracts. An opinion says penalties that punish without relation to damages are unenforceable, but if breaches cause uncertain damages, a stipulated damage clause may be enforceable unless grossly disproportionate to likely losses.
The council street committee plans to open Magnolia Way from Section 9 N Broad Street to Elliot Avenue and West Mercer Street. The 106 foot thoroughfare is estimated to cost about 9200,000 and marks the first big project under new eminent domain law. The city may establish a large assessment district including Ballard, with law taking effect mid June.
Mayor signs ordinance to pay 250 dollars as prizes for a city seal contest winners, but council has not approved any design as official seal. Disagreement among council members over the committee’s chosen designs and questions about the seal necessity persist.
United Frees reports Morris Stewart, former United States Senator from Nevada, died this morning at Georgetown Hospital after an operation for enlarged glands. Born Lyons New York August 9 1827, he moved to California during the Gold Rush and later served as Nevada attorney general and in the Senate from 1863 to 1876 and 1887 to 1905.
The city council must meet and monitor venues where pool and billiards are played. Mayor Miller signed the ordinance yesterday.
Honolulu April 23 two 12 inch coast defense rifles unloaded and mounted at Pearl Harbor on disappearing carriages. The 67 ton guns join a growing fortification system as eight 12 inch mortars complete two batteries guarding Honolulu from east and south.
Eileha B Francia a colored porter died after seven days of severe pain at the city hospital. Francis 81 swallowed bichloride of mercury thinking it was a head ache wafer. He was treated with a liver tube and respiratory support but died this morning. He leaves a mother Mrs Roache Dixon and a sister.
Tonight Broadway high school students perform the play She Eroopes to Conquer at Arcade hall under Alpha Literary Society. G W Saunderson praises the cast and production with students buying tickets and strong school support. Curtain rises at 8 oclock.
Charlies Phillips, an alleged killer, is at large after a Seattle murder of Detective James Walla on November 29. A governor offered 250 dollars for Phillips’s arrest and conviction. He is also wanted for a July murder in Ferry county. Phillips previously served time in Walla Walla prison and vowed further killings. He was wounded during capture and later amputated his hand. He also threatened the physician who performed the amputation and the detective who shot him. The item ends with a prompt to check a business column.
Two more carloads of Johnston piano pianos arrived yesterday as clubs offer wholesale savings of 85 to 190 dollars. Members pay small down payments and weekly or monthly installments for brand new pianos from brands like Kimball Hobart M Cable Schumann Lester Hallet and Davis Story Clark and more.
Patrolman Thomas Nash arrives on Malletsear Third Street to halt a suspected highway robbery. He finds two men fighting and arrests them. Andrew Lodahi identifies J. L. Muerrie as the would be robber, while Nash notes Morria’s prior trouble.
In Baint Naza ine France on April 12 former President Castro from Venezuela landed aboard the Vermillos with no government interference. He appeared frail and unable to walk unassisted. Castro said he would stay in Paris and then Spain, denying claims he was free to return to Venezuela.
Seattle suffragists gathered to recruit new members and raise funds for the National convention. Attendees paid a fee for entertainment and social time as Mrs Nell Mitchell Mick and Mrs M. Kininger hosted the event.
The First National Bank of Monrovia sues Maryland Casualty Company in Superior Court to recover 20000, alleging the bank is owed after a robbery by Allen George Beatty and associates. The robbers took about 29000 in total, 7000 of which was recovered after gang members were captured. The insurer claims bank directors were negligent and denies settlement.
Vice president D Mann of the Canadian Northern Road said the company will invest over $1,000,000 monthly this year on new construction plus rafting stock worth $4,000. The plan includes about 400 miles of new track across Western Canada, including a segment from the Rocky Mountains toward the Pacific Coast, with surveys now under way.
Robert McChesney launches an afternoon daily in Cordova named the North Star, aiming to challenge the Daily Alaskan. McChesney, veteran Fairbanks journalist, promises up to the minute United Press service and predicts fierce competition.
Field Deputy Arthur Cromley died at Seattle General Hospital after being struck by a Northern Pacific trainer in Bothell Wednesday morning. He leaves a wife and three daughters. funeral plans are not announced.
Amateurs perform in a funny show tonight at the Shell theatre between Fike and Unton area streets.
Mrs. A R Boott of Illinois wins the DAR presidency general with 436 votes to Mrs Story of New York 428 in a record close contest. The count finished at 10:30 AM at the Continental hotel where delegates gathered. Mrs Story moved to declare Mrs Scott unanimous but the motion failed.
A man named Joseph Murphy fell into a brush fire while tending it. He was pulled out by his two daughters who witnessed the incident. He suffered burns to the head and chest and was taken for treatment.
Governor W B Moggatt of Alaska has arrived in Frisco and will depart in days to Beate and then to Juneau. The trip outlines a sequence from Frisco to Beate and onward to the capital.
Health Commissioner Crichton and assistants walked the tideland under the long wharves and reported the ground is in sanitary condition with debris largely cleared. The area previously festering with filth and germ-laden rubbish now shows cleanliness for the most part, with few exceptions.
Capt John H B Carroll authorized to organize a new company of national guard infantry will be at the armory tonight to receive applications for admittance. Capt Cerro says if applicants keep coming in as fast as in recent days the company will be ready for inspection by April 1.
Amateur performers present Fun Fun Fun at the Third Avenue Theatre between Pike and Union. Local night show features light entertainment and stage acts in a small venue setting.
Olympia reports the state will immediately place two men on the road selling grain sacks. Revenue from the sale is expected to reach at least $176,000.
United Press report from Pecos and El Paso notes prairie fires burning for four days across about 200000 acres near Pecos with an estimated loss of 60000 dollars. Fires reach Toyah Marfa and Marathon area with more than 100000 acres swept clean.
Portland's Milk Crusade centers on Inspector Dr W Mack investigating how Health Commissioner Crichton handled the milk situation in the district. The inquiry seeks to uncover practices and potential lapses affecting public dairy safety and city policy.
George M. Mumford of 1218 Army Street near Lake Union posted ads for three carpet lay roles. After two Beatle papers and The Star intervention, three men were hired and at work for several days. Mumford plans future ads, noting Beet Woman On Earth as an in‑joke origin of B W O E. He can be reached at Main 1060 Ind 461.
The article argues that the value of footwear comes from how well it fits the wearer and matches style, with durability and comfort underpinning worth. It emphasizes choosing shoes that feel right and suit daily use to maximize value.
The ad promotes Old Oak Shoes at $4.00 with low styles designed for a close fit at the instep and heel. It promises no bulging under the ankle bone or rubbing at the heel and notes a wide range from the latest swing to a common sense last with ample room.
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