This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 32 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1908
Page
7
The mayor backs LON as Public Works Chairman amid rumors of a reshuffle. speculation centers on Drg Bugiorer as possible appointee while Miller’s role and duties are debated and a formal selection is expected next week.
Fragmentary OCR describes a lace gown with white silk and delicate details. Unclear, but mentions long sleeves and decorative edging, suggesting a refined evening garment.
Fragmented text references a Wed May event and a university context. Mentions Chie Ivy, William Welch, a WHITER phone operation, and a junior class celebration. Vague notes include resignations and involvement of students in a university or school setting.
David Harum method talk gives way to a horse swapping plan between Sam Kline and Dr. Kaplen. A $2 dispute led to a warrant sworn by the prosecuting attorney's office against Kline for alleged assault. Bam Rowe of 1032 Jackson will testify. Jehan J. Toh of Chicago, editor of Hotel World, arrived and stays at the Butler hotel.
Estelle Garfield petitions the superior court for divorce from Chase Thorston Garfield claiming repeated assaults after their April 22 separation. She seeks custody of Chase Garfield Jr., valued family shares in Garfield Pure Milk Supply Co., and financial support. Judge Mitchell Gillam ordered immediate $100 aid and $100 monthly plus $109 temporary ull money if no agreement, with a May appearance to show cause. The couple married November 1901.
Unkempt Robert Chamberland a former soldier and sailor accused of stealing two medals from fellow veteran Rows after a drunken spree in a police court hearing. Chamberland explained he valued the medals for their associations and said Rows returned them to him in dispute. The case adjourned to Monday for further proceedings.
JammiE Hallebee reports that Alaska Central’s bondholders and stockholders will invite new capitalists to take over Alaska Central interests. They plan to reduce stock and debt to actual asset value and resume constructing the Seward line as soon as financing is secured. Raellaine concedes a tense Chicago exchange with Prost but denies violence. Sallaine notes inaccuracies in management and stock sales, awaiting the new capital to restore the road.
A fire at the Seetile Harness and Collar Co in Occidental Ave last night caused about 10 000 in damages to a 40 000 stock valued at 25 000 insurance. The blaze drew hundreds as police firemen extinguished flames and investigated origin. nearby Yetler Cafe suffered minor damage. Samuel Davidson, company president, reported the figures to Fire Chief Harry Artagboret and noted the building was owned by Cyrus Water.
timetable notes Monticello steamer on U. and Wavy Yard route with departures around 9:20 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Updated times and minor changes to docking sequence are announced for the day.
Considerable opposition is expected at Monday's council meeting over two measures. The street committee seeks a 4400 general fund appropriation to plank the roundway south of Georgetown, with county adding 5000. Mayor Bouillon's proposed new public offices face strong criticism for cost and justification, likely splitting the council.
Mrs Lee ImPorest wife of a wireless expert has been employed by the government to instruct army and navy officers in wireless telephone demonstrations at several ports She is the first woman to talk over wireless telephone and has lived in Paris laboratories with notable family ties and athletic achievements.
The state board of land commissioners will hold a public meeting at the Hotel Arlington in this city on Monday May 25 to hear evidence from interested parties regarding valuations to be placed on the second class shore lands of Lake Washington.
Thomas J. Grant a mill hand died April 17 at Wayside Emergency hospital and was buried as Grant. He was really Charles Augestinsen Ketchen from a wealthy Canadian family. Notifications to H J Ketchen and Captain Brodie Ketcham followed. corpse shipped to Winnipeg after Butterworth firm uncovered the truth.
Fred Carter a residence contractor of 748 Lakeview Way was buried under hundreds of pounds of earth while digging beneath the Paxton hotel at Third Avenue and Cherry. His leg was broken and he was taken to Providence Hospital.
Due to the Mill Tract Company’s failure to deed alley land to the city timely, lot owners must pay combined assessments for grades water sewer and regrades on alley property or risk their land being sold for the assessment tax. Alleys must eventually be turned over to the city, placing purchasers in the position of paying for something the municipality will receive.
President Roosevelt will not undertake a round the world tour next year, citing concerns the trip would compromise the dignity of the office. He now plans a brief England visit followed by a big game hunting expedition in South Africa, saying he could not accept entertainment as a private citizen from world leaders.
Tacoma April. Charles Lathrop, Stanford University business manager, joins George Crocker and Gen. TH Hubbant in proposing a new railroad to tap Central Washington with Tacoma as the terminal. Six hundred acres near Tacoma will host terminal yards. the line would reach North Yakima Walla Walla and Spokane.
A bomb that shattered the home of Supervisor Jas Gallagher is linked to a suspect arrested in Oakland. Detective Peterson led the arrest, the man remains unnamed as police search for the conspiracy’s source while two other suspects may be released.
Dr Lyman Beecher Sperry warned that quacks exist in every profession and warned medical quacks are the most dangerous to youth. He delivered the lecture on Quacks and Quackery to Y M C A young men and spoke to the Puget Bound Schoolmaster's club.
William Be Case aged 58 years longtime head barber at the Palmer house Chicago for 27 years died at his family home 1602 Malh At He met nearly all prominent men in the United States in his town portage capacity and could tell interests as Merten about celebrities of many nations He came to Seattle about a year ago opened a barber shop at First V end Marion et but was killed short time r
A dealer announces arrival of a carload of mahogany and golden oak dressers with minor damage. Mirrors may be broken. tops repaired and plain mirrors substituted. Sales emphasize rapid clearance, wholesale and retail appeal, with window display and strong price speak for themselves.
A closing out sale offers Haviland and English semi porcelain pieces at deep discounts. Limited quantities include Ariel china, fruit and dinner plates, cups and saucers, turkey platters, jelly dishes, cream pitchers, and more with prices per dozen or each. First come, first served to clear stock.
Chicago alderman H F Kruger, described as the fattest member of the city council, warns he would guard city hall if given a chance. At a democratic ward meeting he attacked reform leagues and insisted honesty has limits, recounting a franchise bribery anecdote before Carter Harrison intervened.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney John H Perry issued commitment papers for Dr J E Brown dentist lawyer and socialist for failing to pay a $357 fine for practicing dentistry without a license. Brown appeared Friday and arranged to pay $257 after deducting a $100 judgment, but did not remit by close of business. He claimed a deadline at month end and said he would straighten the matter on paper.
An informal hill climb on Union Street to Seneca and Boren was part of the auto show with top time by Stearns driven by N. E. Peterson. Separate ceremonies next Wednesday mark the 25th anniversary of Right Rev EB O'Dea’s ordination with mass and a musical reception for visiting clergy.
Readers paid 2867.92 dollars in 1907 at 3 cents per day for 95 597 overdue days. The Seattie public library records show the total revenue and the length of overdue time contributing to the year’s collection.
Former United States Senator J N Camden of West Virginia died in Baltimore on April 26. The longtime public servant and figure in politics passed away in the city where he was hospitalized.
A blaze at the government steel works at Abukhoff this morning consumed the facility. Authorities estimate the fire caused about 2,500,000 dollars in damage. No further details on casualties or causes were released.
Baggage freight and furniture moved and stored services offered by The Kagic Transfer Co building up to date for the city Office 106 Sixth Avenue.
Farmers display a broad selection at the market with spinach four for 25c and new potatoes four pounds for 25c. Rhubarb four pounds for 10c, cucumbers 10c each, onions 25c per quart, celery plants 10c per dozen, and dried peaches two pounds for 25c. Butter and meat quotes appear with various prices.
Enlisted men from the cruiser Washington entertained at a dance last evening to thank Seattle citizens for courtesies. Officers and men mingled, decorations hid the roof, and prominent society ladies danced with sailors. A rooming request urged locals with spare beds to list addresses for guests due to hotel shortages, with tea reception plans noted. Government experts seek to evaluate seaweed and flowers for economic value.
Doz lilies of the valley 50c. tulips 26c per dozen. daffodils 36c per dozen. Grapefruit 30c to 50c each. Hubbard squash 4c per pound. Pa dried prunes 2 pounds for a dollar. Yakima honey $1.50 per gallon. Dates 10c.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.