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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1906
Page
4
The piece reflects on a Lincoln mother who helps arrest her son, Carver, after a four day escape from prison. It weighs love against duty, arguing that honoring justice is bigger than personal affection and that the mother’s choice upholds social order and moral duty.
The once popular social figure Capt Bradley Strong has been arrested in Shanghai for obtaining money under false pretences. The piece outlines a moral decline from prosperity through five hinted steps to a predicted arrest, comparing his fall to a descent into Hades.
A wire to local immigration officers said 3000 Chinese are coming north. Part of the group would go to Portland and the rest to Seattle, according to locals. Goon Dip of Portland, a contractor supplying Chinese labor, said many would be sent north from San Francisco and likely find railroad work.
Shareholders of the National Bank of Commerce meet at 2 30 this afternoon to discuss a consolidation plan with the Washington National Bank. Next Saturday the Washington National Bank shareholders will gather to review the same issue. Indications point to near agreement between both banks with no major obstacles seen at this time.
On May 2 3 4 and 5 the Northern Pacific will offer first class round trip tickets to Los Angeles for 45 50 with a going limit May 10 and return valid July 1 for a Mystic Shrine meeting. Inquiries at city ticket office corner of First Ave and Main Way.
A noted hitch delays the release but by the first of next week an announcement will be made confirming the new official directory. The update signals completion of the planned listing and informs readers of the forthcoming publication.
W H Weaver won a verdict for 835 dollars against the Montana stables over three horses burned in the stables last Christmas. The suit notes a dozen additional cases pending against the stable company on the same grounds.
A column notes Roosevelt's possible 1909 senate bid and ponders whether ambition masks bravado. ALEX JOSH contributes a brisk item on recent political chatter and public expectations.
Three owners of illicit taverns known as blind pigs were fined in lower courts yesterday. H C King of a meat market at 24th and Dearborn streets paid $100 after being found selling liquor. FE Garland at a grocery near Madison Bridge also paid $100. L M Johnson of the Leachi hotel near Yeeler Way Car Line pleaded guilty to selling liquor without a license and paid $50. King plans an appeal.
A quirky verse fragment notes a resident choosing flat living over minor keys, a senate remark about routine activity, and townspeople taking constitutionals. It portrays a meek suburbanite awakening to spring signs, dawn and dusk tree gazing, and a prayerful murmur, ending with a Steuben correspondence tease about town folk.
The Seattle Electric Company agreed to run a 10 minute service on the South Seattle car line by May 16 after effort by the South Park and South Seattle Improvement clubs. At a dance by the South Park fire department at Dedieys hall last Saturday night, $150 was raised to help pay for the new chemical wagon, leaving about $125 to finish payment.
J. C. Ford of the Pacific Coast company departed for San Francisco to oversee transportation matters for the Pacific Coast Steamship company. He carried 2,600 in cash subscribed by the Kys of Columbus, of Seattle, for the sufferers.
The local lodge Camp 69 Woodmen of the World has empowered its relief committee to spend any gains needed to assist lodge members in the stricken city. The lodge’s general fund is available for the committee to draw on for items usable in relief efforts.
45.50 Los Angeles and return on sale May 2 3 4 and Barn limit July 3iet Take the ern Pacific Co.s Coast Line and Phasta Route The Road of Wonders Two trains daily Fast time Excellent service Full particulars and reservations at Union Ticket Office 608 First Ave EB Billie Genl Ast
Garvey Bu chanan Company announces plans to give one percent of all sales starting after April 28 to aid homeless residents in San Francisco, aiming to support relief funds amid the distress described by management.
Retired detective Al Herron recalls shadowing a clerk with race rumors, handling confidential cases, and a string of swindles across Indiana Ohio and Kentucky. He details catches, disguises, and the risks of pursuing criminals who feign legitimacy for profit.
Lieut. Maj. Markle and A. D. C. Smith with families arrived from San Francisco to lead the head post of the Volunteers of America. Since Capt. Boyes left, local volunteer work has lagged. The new officers plan to reorganize and revive Seattle operations, with Markle starting tonight at the old quarters, 114% Inday.
The fire and water committee will review extending Cedar river water contracts to outside communities including Booth Park and South Park. Opposition within Beattie’s residents may lead to rejection of South Park’s request while Booth Park seeks supply or city-system terms.
Frank Marshall won a default judgement against Anthone Simich for alienating his wife's affection. The award totals $7.00 from the suit seeking $15,000.
Business Manager Agnew received notice that the baseball season will open in Seattle next Tuesday. Beattie of San Francisco has won two games and leads Oakland by two victories.
Mayor Moore announces he will appoint delegates to the annual charities and correction conference in Philadelphia from May 9 to 16. He invites interested persons who wish to attend to come forward for selection.
Lem M hort was today sentenced to five years in the penitentiary for stealing a horse and buggy near Kent and was alleged to have taken part in the Kent Northern hold up near Ballard last October. An appeal will be taken.
The board of public works denied the residents protests against permits for the House of the Good Shepherd site. It said it had no authority to refuse improvements meeting building ordinances. Protesters object to location and want streets opened through the property.
Washington April 5. General Greely ordered to wire a complete list of the injured in San Francisco to the war department. The move follows requests from people who have friends in the stricken city and have not heard from them.
The list records travelers from Washington who have arrived in Oakland safely including Beattlion Mra L H Griffith Mrs Angus Mackintosh Phil Greco Captain T Mower U N Walsa Richardson Gertrude Mackintosh Charles J Tacoma W Mack Walla Walla Naught O F Felton and family.
R. W. Thompson and Mrs Thompson of Beattie came back from San Francisco and stayed at the Diller. Thompson, once a night clerk at the Commercial hotel in Kearney and Montgomery, was on duty during the quake and recalls a hotel panic after the shock.
W. L. Rhoades, manager of the Paraffin Paint Co, arrived in the city from Winnipeg and will immediately travel to San Francisco to search for his father and mother who lost their property in the fire.
The Haven Methodist congregation led by Rev. F K Drake collected 40 for the San Francisco relief fund during last night's services. WH D Conness, civil engineer, died yesterday at Providence hospital from heart disease with no funeral arrangements made yet.
Washington December 4 President Roosevelt pressed for immediate appropriation of 260 009 for the Mare Inland Navy Yard to employ 2 000 men and urged contributions while committees and officials debated. He asked General Greely to reconsider for an additional 2 500 workers as feasibility. A relief steamer Huck Beattie brought supplies but not yet fined in Bay.
The Y association convened to chart a summer plan including a two day outing. They approved a new air house project in Washingtor near Hood's Canal and discussed constructing a shop in the Washingtor area.
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An advertisement for The New London Labs tailors claims a system that makes sewing easier and offers affordable dressmaking options. The chart promises simple steps and a price of five dollars and six cents, with location details at Seventh Avenue near University Streets.
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