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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1907
Page
3
Fragmentary report notes United Press dispatch about a person named Lawler being recalled to Portland for "important business" connected to a broader land fraud investigation. The text indicates extensive discussion and a potential reconnection with the case. No further details are provided.
A fragmented dispatch reports Whatcom county forestry burnings with dense heat as old wooden rings burn at Newe. A caravan open Sunday tours in Cape Cowles area and a goat farm is planned near Bellingham by L H Alger of Detroit, son of Senator Alger, near Woodland.
Ampersand Lake Saranac Aug. 5 Richard Mansfields growing worse and great apprehension is felt over his health Since returning from Europe his health has failed and he has gradually grown worse Now he has denied himself to all his friends and is reading the life of a recluse
Wilson joins a hunting party to search woods near Mt. A water foot and locates a lost couple. He guides them to safety at the Battleship Nebraska navy yard after helping autorités secure their safety.
In Rome yesterday the pope welcomed a pilgrimage of over 500 Americans from across the United States. He allowed a group photograph with the pilgrims and greeted members of the Knights of Columbus. Despite extreme heat, the pope appeared in good health.
The Zion City lace factory was purchased for 266000 dollars. Brig Gen F Billett, commandant of the United States Marine Corps, departed Washington for a tour of inspection on the Pacific coast and Alaska. The Manila election results show nationalist victory with a large turnout. Sculptor Augustus St Gaudens died at his Corntah New Hampshire home at 69 after overwork. John Sharp Williams won the Louisiana Senate seat by a narrow margin. Irvington racetrack in Portland sold for 150000 dollars. At The Hague the American delegation proposed a permanent court of arbitration. S M Graff of Seattle was found not guilty of embezzlement after trial in Valdes Alaska.
In 1904 progress toward linking Greece with Europe’s rail network marked an urgent national objective. Navy Yard hosts a fleet of battleships signaling strong defense and maritime readiness amid regional tensions.
William D. Haywood arrived in Denver to large crowds at the depot. Police cleared streets after a brief demonstration planned but abandoned due to lateness. Women escorted Mrs Haywood and her husband to a carriage. An open air meeting honors the acquittal is planned for Thursday. Haywood early today began replying to telegrams and letters. A lecture bureau offered 100 lectures for ten thousand dollars, which Haywood is considering.
The notice warns buyers no definite delivery promises for Fire Sale Goods. Regular goods have priority, and separate orders will be needed for both. Fire Sale items may not be exchanged or returned, and delays could span weeks. Buyers are urged to avoid disappointment by understanding these conditions.
In Lake Superior Captain 8 C Young led a Canadian force to Isle Nogale and raised the Canadian flag over the island replacing the Stars and Stripes. The move, described as a seizure, risks diplomatic complications with the United States.
The San Francisco Opera company presented The Singing Girl at the Grand starring Alice Nielsen with a packed opening night. Performances featured J Francis Abbott Arthur Cunningham Maud Beatty and bright costumes and scenery, plus entries like Aida Hemmil in the soprano role and the show drawing strong local crowds. Other notes cover Rachael Goldsmith at Seattle and The Pride of New York at the Lyric with Laurette Taylor and the Luna Park Sunday crowds and vaudeville acts at Star Lois and Pantages venues.
Hat buyers are urged to visit B. N. Brooks and Company at 1831 Seconday to select headwear. The notice highlights a local merchant offering a range of hats and related accessories.
Classified notice offers confidential loans on diamonds and other items with reasonable rates. Provides address 204 Bailey Building and indicates privacy.
In Cleveland Avenue 6 Francisco Spartaro, a boarder, attempted lewd advances on 23 year old Mere Theresa Call while her husband was away. Holding her child, she shot Spartaro in the head fatally wounding him as he kissed the baby and pressed his suit. Mrs Call was admitted to bail.
An advertisement notes confidential Striefly services with reasonable rates and a contact address at 264 Bailey Building.
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