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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1908
Page
7
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In Portland the April meeting of the state central committee denounced Bourne’s candidacy and pledged to oppose his influence in the delegation to the party convention. The report notes strong support for Fulton and hints he may win the forthcoming senate fight as Taft supporters line up behind him.
United Press reports in Waiquah that the Comamerets club shows strong enthusiasm for local industry. A vegetable cannery and a cement plant are possibilities under study, with costs and stock levels to be determined. Officers listed include Wm. Barcard, AP Burroughs, and Andersen as treasurer.
Fragmentary text notes a Saturday performance at the Moore theatre by the Univeril junior class with faculty and student participants. The scene mentions Shirley Parker Violet Dungan Dukes Christine Kanters Dorothy Gordon Burke and others in a student production credited to school writers.
Passengers aboard the Nippon Yusen liner bound for Seattle include officials such as the minister of finance and other Nippon officers. The party, starting from Seattle noon, plans a three week Europe trip before returning by the Great Northern line to Frisco.
Georgia Campbell promotes The Gene of New York at the Grand this week. Frank W. Healy of the San Francisco Opera company will present eastern successes in Seattle at the regular one dollar scale. Florodora headlines the slate along with Warg Sandy It Happened in Nordland and Lew Pields in a starring vehicle, all secured for Seattle audiences.
Police sought a warrant for arrest of Alice Longworth daughter of the president for speeding Informed by Assistant Corporation Counsel Pugh that evidence was insufficient The officer contends she appears happiest when speeding and stirring dust but cannot secure a warrant against the president's daughter despite repeated observations
Two long term chain gang prisoners M. J. Hackett and Carl Larks escaped yesterday afternoon prompting Acting Chief Irving Ward to warn of replacement guards. The prior day Stacy Adama, described as a desperate character, also escaped with only two guards watching fifteen inmates. the breakout occurred when a guard left to fetch lunch.
New York stock prices opened weak with initial quotes down a large fraction to a point lower. An early upturn due to short covering appeared in a few speculative issues but prices sagged again in late session as profit taking intensified, ending the day weak after earlier gains were erased.
Frisco and surrounding cities swell with patriotic fervor as Evans armada and 32 warships prepare to pass through San Francisco Bay. Electric lights and banners adorn Market Street and the Ferry Building as preparations climax for a historic demonstration of national display. The California promotion committee hosts a breakfast for Secretary Metcalf, signaling the fleet’s awaited arrival.
Interested property owners push to accelerate the Queen Anne driveway project.Taxpayers favor early preliminaries and start of the thoroughfare with work hastened. Proponents seek to fund non donated right of way by creating an improvement district for assessments.
Brooklyn fighter Tommy Sullivan and Abe Attell ready for their 20 round bout with weigh in at 6 pm. Sullivan claims easy under 126 pounds while Attell is favored to win. Heavy betting at 2 to 1 for Attell, with some even money on Sullivan to be stopped within 15 rounds. Johnny Frayne and Fred Landers meet in a 15 round preliminaries.
Congressman Hobson tells University of Washington audience that Puget Sound defenses are weak and cities from Seattle to Los Angeles could be seized by a coastal attack. He cites unmobilized coast forces and urges stronger naval preparedness in a Bremerton talk and UW gymnasium lecture.
Ten year old Mabel Obanion seeks thirty thousand dollars in a superior court suit claiming the Pacific hospital and Seattle Electric company caused her mother Mary Chanion C seeking improper treatment after a streetcar collision. The injuries occurred on Northern Pacific tracks near Ballard. Witness Mrs Jewell Finley testified in today’s session before Judge Mitchel Outram.
A federal grand jury acquitted Edward C. Hasey of second degree murder in the Keystone canyon riot tied to the railroad war. Four indictments may be pursued later. trial costs exceed 30,000 dollars. Attorneys preparing for December defense proceedings in Valdez.
The note mentions baseball shoes and running shoes as well as tennis shoes. Hall's and TLI First Avenue are referenced in the snippet.
Grand jury findings lead Judge Buell to close all district dance halls immediately. Fire attempts target City Eagle saloon and James Hill residence, with Hill and family escaping unharmed. Arctic Brotherhood minstrel show raises 1500 dollars for exposition building. Chamber of Commerce declines key fundraising for Atlantic fleet visit. funds redirected to road improvements.
Frank McGee, painter, was arrested by troopers Fowles and Towle on assault with intent to kill after a fight at the Log Cabin saloon Ballard Avenue. Carl Goodeene, a fisherman, was struck with a heavy stick and left unconscious, later found to have a fractured skull and concussion. Goodeene was taken to Wayside Emergency hospital and is reported out of danger. Saloon owner W McLaughlin was reprimanded for Sunday closing violations. Bail for McGee was set at 2000 with further details pending.
Reported malicious poisoning of cattle in the Green Lake district. A. W. Green of 1011 Motor Place said his cow died after drinking water flowing through his pasture. M. G. Young of 1010 45th Ave N FE reported two cows poisoned but recovering.
Polxena Vannlienwenheigse, born in Van Asselt on March 20, is listed as the latest resident to file for fame. The official birth notice was received by the health department today as the stenographer filed the record.
At Plymouth Congregational Church the Sunday school convention features remarks by Marion Lawrence of the International Sunday School Association on organized Sunday school work. Rev. Merritt of Tacoma addresses the home department needs, with Prof. Excell providing music and Judge Wood presiding as exhibits showcase long meeting attendance nears 500 registrants.
The newborn girl named by Theophiel Vannienwen helyse, a Helgum native, arrives carrying a name that may break all prior records for length in official history.
Councilman McKinnon to introduce an ordinance raising chain gang guards’ monthly pay from 75 to 85 dollars. Seven guards currently work on the municipal chain gang used for street work, and this group was previously overlooked in a broader police department pay raise approved last week.
Eight cruisers headed by Admiral Dayton will approach Seattle at 12 noon tomorrow and pass in regular formation. The Chamber of Commerce urges residents to view the fleet, blow whistles, and give the standard recognition as the ships pass by. No stop is planned.
The sprinkling season will open tomorrow and irrigation hours are to be observed. Homeowners are reminded to follow local rules and schedules for watering times and restrictions.
The water department keeps 7 to 8 20 am and 7 to 8 30 pm hours where meters are absent, matching last year. Superintendent Lamb issued the new regulations today and they will appear in the paper’s advertising columns. Fourty thousand ecards with the rules were ordered printed, and one card will be given to each city residence.
Cascade Laundry managers Kilbourne and Graham deny a citywide laundry price rise. They say no combine exists, no raises have occurred, and a possible future reduction could come within six weeks. Other local laundries echo the denial of any higher charges.
Mary Vinette was sentenced to 90 days in the county jail by Judge A W Frater in superior court after a conspiracy against the street car company conviction. Attorney James T Lawler urged clemency citing an all-night jury deliberation and Henry Miners’ vote to convict despite doubts. Joseph Vinette, her husband, remains jailed.
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