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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
7
An advertisement listing various black fabrics in silk taffeta and peau de soie with prices for different widths and finishes. It notes qualities suitable for dresses coats skirts and costumes with prices ranging from 69 cents to 1.55 per yard and mentions a Thursday sale.
At Camp David 8. Stanley Aug 6 regular troops train for two mock battles with no militia. Col. T C Woodbury commands the army defending along Olympia road against a southern attack. Maj Plum mer and Maj Beacom umpire, echoed by Maj Moore with the First infantry. About 7 000 soldiers in camp._UNDERSCORED_ Washington National guardsmen praised for snap in Grille drill.
Seattle police say they are not pursuing the Bunko game case near Georgetown where four men allegedly swindled Frank H. Pilling of $18 000 with a fake prize fight. Pilling is jailed in Tacoma on a related charge of defrauding James Thompson with a worthless check. Tacoma officers are handling the investigation.
J D Gibbs reported a theft in a Chicago saloon at First Avenue and King Street last night. A quick arrest led to Nels Newman being taken into custody and found with the stolen watch and chain valued at 75 dollars. A larceny from the person charge was filed today.
A joint meeting of the street committee and park commission is set for tomorrow afternoon in city hall to discuss Couneilman Way ordinances prohibiting automobiles in Washington park driveway and Volunteer park.
Unofficial word from Chicago dated August 1 reports Moses Wetmore of St. Louis named by Bryan for the finance committee chair. Wetmore, long known as a "truant buster," has previously launched several independent ventures, stirring chatter in political circles.
A historical note outlines aims to dismantle the American Tobacco Company through sustained legal and economic pressure. Activists rally for antitrust action, citing monopolistic practices and calls for competitive markets.
Frank B. Sayre filed his candidacy for the Republican nomination for prosecuting attorney with the auditor today. He also signified his intent to run for sheriff on the Republican ticket. J Radlaback of Kent seeks the office of justice of the peace in his hometown.
An ad lists adjustable coat and skirt hangers, pant and skirt hangers, wooden hangers, and brackets. It touts longer garment life and space efficiency, urging readers to buy now with prices like 26¢ to $1.80 and a sale closing August 18.
In Lincoln Nebraska August 5 ten thousand Bryan and Kern clubs will be formed in doubtful states if Bryan accepts today and is carried out. Leaders deny reports of Democratic tampering in New York and call treachery claims baseless. Bryan's acceptance speech printed. Mayor Brown invites Senator La Follette to attend notification near Wednesday. La Follette’s GOP ties not deemed pivotal. trust issue to be debated at Kern ceremony.
John t Burg challenged the hotel Prince Huperton Boren av built 1906 seeking tax relief. The board of equalization at the courthouse rejected Burgs request noting contractor profit and material cost changes.Another claimant J H H Bwyney sought reductions in Green Lake district values but was denied.
The Harbor master reports improved port conditions with rising fall shipping activity. Seventeen more deep sea vessels arrived than in June, net tonnage 159,614, while departures reached 79 with net 160,554. Inbound passengers 146,618, outbound 149,544, boosted by cheaper British Columbia trips. Exports rose to 1,989,460 dollars with silk from the Orient aboard the lyo Maru, but flour-related shipments caused a 70,000 dollar decline. Philippines Siberia and South America saw gains.
At a Democratic meeting in the Arcade building Washington State Democrats outlined a nearly complete slate for county offices. Joba Ostrom for treasurer Dr George N McLaughlin for coroner F B Wilson for state legislature J Scott Ecker and possibly Frank Ruet for 45th district Chris Miller for county assessor W A Hannan for county commissioner 8 N Dougherty for county treasurer and Prof W W Talbot for county superintendent of schools. John Y Terry expected to file for county clerk Clay H Allen and L Frank Hrown urged for prosecuting attorney Meetings by the state Democratic committee to be held statewide tonight Secretary George E Ryan urges Democrats to attend strong races for commissioner and prosecuting attorney.
The Ely council committee yesterday recommended revoking the Sunset Telephone and Telegraph Co. license and referred two street railway franchises held by W. G. Crawford to Corporation Counsel Scott Calhoun and Public Utilities Superintendent A. V. Bouillon. Bouillon urged revoking all three franchises for likely violations of their terms.
A man named Byers was fined five dollars this afternoon by Acting Police Judge Evans after an attempted strike at Capt. McDonald. Byers gave notice of appeal.
On counsel advice, City Comptroller Carroll refuses to issue four West Seattle saloon licenses. A writ of mandate from Judge Griffin’s court directs issuance or court appearance, but Carroll will seek court presentation in person. Licenses were sought by King & Owens, the Reception bar, John Hartig, and Mahnken & Co. after a petition for a special election to revoke them.
The Eagles have arrived in Seattle in large numbers for the Walton Annex visit as 20 000 are expected before Thursday August 14. Grand officers Conrad Mann and John Pelletier lead Kansas and Milwaukee factions with delegations from California Ohio Minneapolis Colorado Chicago and Spokane arriving on special trains. Committees begin work at the Washington Annex to prepare for the convention and parade day with streets adorned and hosts ready to welcome visitors.
Mayor Miller instructed Secretary Grout of the civil service commission to investigate claims that employment agencies in the city charged excessive fees for job placements. Resident J. Rows says an agency in the Pioneer block promised $65 monthly pay but demanded a percentage of first year salary as a fee. The inquiry will cover all city agencies and may revoke licenses of firms found charging exorbitant fees.
R F Parkhurst confessed embezzling as cashier of the First National Bank and will be released from county jail on his 12000 bail tomorrow.
United Press reports slow returns from Topeka indicate W R Stubbs likely the Republican candidate for governor while Democratic results are uncertain. A decomposed unidentified man’s body was found on a Riverton riverbank and the coroner’s office was notified. In Boston, 15000 Knights of Pythias lodge members marched in a monster procession at the national convention.
Mrs C H Hunter of Lake Ave was adjudged insane and placed in an asylum today. Her husband was ordered to appear in court for neglect. The notice directs he be notified to respond to the proceedings.
Bartell's advertises limited Thursday discounts on hot water bottles from Goodyear and Sanitol, with prices from 81 cents to 2.25 dollars. Also featured are sanitary napkins, antiseptic tablets, fountain syringes, and ladies sprays with several items highlighted for rapid purchase.
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