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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1911
Page
7
A rallying call warns that coal barons profit while families strain for essentials. It urges Seattle residents to sign a petition to press for Alaska coal at cost delivered to the coast, aiming to mobilize signatures and awaken public support for worker interests and local control.
Washington residents petition President and Congress seeking a law to create an Alaska coal mining commission to develop public coal lands, build a railroad to tidewater at Controller Bay, Alaska, establish bunkers and docks to supply coal to Navy and U.S. ports, fix carrier rates via ICC, and issue bonds sold to the people.
In Zion City once at religious peak under John Dowie it has fallen to a husk with rationing and decline. The Theocrats led by Voliva and the Independents clash over control in a bitter internal struggle for the ruined community.
The Seattle theatre hosted the Pringle Stock company premiere of Rip Van Winkle led by Manager Pringle. Standout performances came from Eva Earle Prench and Myrtle Vane with strong support from Kernan, Stockdale, Will Chapman, Rhea Mitchell, Ed Lawrence, and Stan Johns.audience turnout was strong for opening night.
A fairly large turnout of recreation seekers gathered yesterday at the beach after a pleasant weather day. The crowd included men swimmers and women bathers with only a few irregularities noted as the sun and sea air drew people to the shore for leisure.
Senator Borah denounces the recall of judges as destructive to the republican form of government. He argues that after a law is written judges should interpret it strictly by its terms and not consider wisdom or broader implications. He warns recall would place rule in the majority in all judicial matters with grave consequences.
A preacher delivered a sermon decrying wealth as a heavy burden and John D. Rockefeller praised it as the best sermon he had heard. The remark suggests Rockefeller found moral weight in the message and did not seek to lighten the burden.
Morley, a mail carrier, rescued J. L. Evans after Evans sank beneath Alki waters near a diving barge by the city bath house. Evans, a butter and egg dealer, had struggled and vanished, prompting Morley to dive in and bring him to shore safely.
An unknown man was found dead in the Brockton Point grounds ticket office after a detonator cap exploded in his teeth. The blast left his face horribly mutilated and his pockets empty, making identification nearly impossible.
Bee James McLaughlin longtime Seattle resident and Potlatch trap shooting champion died at his home 1303 48th St after a five hour illness. He is survived by his widow and two children, a son and a daughter.
General Firmin arrived in Port au Prince to contest the Haiti presidency but General Leconte, named provisional president, holds the advantage and appears to lead the struggle.
Robert Skilling, employed at United States Steel Mills, will not quit his anvil work despite inheriting more than 15000 dollars. The funds stem from uncle by marriage Robert Quinn, who died in Belfast Ireland leaving an estate valued at 40000 dollars. Mrs Suiting is dead.
Miss Harriet Quimby becomes America’s first woman licensed to fly. She says flying is as easy as driving a car and recalls starting lessons in a damaged trainer, noting her six years of driving experience and early morning study for the chance to pass.
A long listing of acts and shows from various circuits and theaters. Included are comedies, dramas, scenic pieces, and musical acts such as Zema Randale, Jimmy, Odell, and Ethel Saith. The program features multiple venues with titles like The Spender Family, On the Coast of Bengal, and The Call of the Gold Fields.
Mrs Chas Palmer daughter of Luke Wright of Tennessee and her party fled Haitian unrest near Port au Prince. They carried $120000 in gold belonging to the fleeing ruler and escaped uninjured as shots rang out while on deck. Also aboard were Evan Dick Deputy Paul of Hayti and a son of the deposed president Simon.
Sophie Pape died in San Francisco after being shot by Harry W. Dunphy who then shot himself. Dunphy was seriously wounded but now recovering and will be arraigned on a murder charge Wednesday morning.
President James Lynch of the International Typographical Union arrived in San Francisco from the East to prepare for the convention of the union. The report notes his travel and expectation for the gathering amid ongoing labor activity on the coast.
Public notice outlines subscription expiration reminders and fee options. It lists monthly and yearly rates, renewal methods, and delivery in advance incentives. Locations and contact points for submitting ads or changes accompany the notice.
A collage of funeral director listings, help wanted items, rooms for rent, and ads for services and notices. Includes Hutterworth & Bon embalmers, Holmes, and P. W. Halsey agencies, with help wanted male and miscellaneous, furnished rooms, apartments, houses, and real estate offers across Seattle and nearby areas.
Classified farming listings offer 10 to 40 acre tracts near Beattie with black soil, water, and level or gently sloping ground suitable for vegetables fruit and poultry. Waterfront and riverfront parcels on Hood's Canal priced from 50 to 66 per acre with short term payments. Also listings for five to ten acre ranches near Auburn and Kirkland with modest down payments and monthly terms.
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