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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1908
Page
7
A matrimonial editor shares readers letters from a woman asking if she would marry her husband again after 32 years. The notes describe enduring love and hardship, with women praising husbands who stay faithful, sacrifice for family, and provide for them through sickness and work. The column reflects classic domestic concerns and the value placed on enduring partnership.
A candidate letter from WT Christensen endorses Goulds proposition in the Quiintere district race. He states candidates for Saree should withdraw, favoring the pair backed by the People of his district and the We.
A blaze at six twenty last evening gutted a three story frame structure at the corner of Borenay owned by L HK and occupied by the Univer seb. Fire department were on the scene quickly and put out the flames. the loss is estimated and the bus is involved.
Police Chief Ward announces the new restricted district following a mayoral order. After August 31 all "eri" houses must close and "parlor" houses relocate by November 30 to the new district. The area covers the block bounded by Charles and Plummer streets and Seventh to Eighth avenues south, plus surrounding blocks east of this, including Plummer to Norman and Eighth to Ninth avenues.
Tabris secedes from Persia and proclaims allegiance to Turkey amid tense regional tensions. Turkish forces move toward Tabris as revolutionary factions clash with the shah’s army. Turkish government consideration of the allegiance shifts cabinet positions.
A girl named Jean Terry was found by police in an opium den in Vancouver. She claimed illness and came from Victoria invited by Chinese caretakers. Evidence suggested regular traffic in white girls among Chinese. she was remanded and the Chinese held on $250 bail.
Private Samuel S. Newcomb of Company A 20th Infantry attempted suicide by wrapping clothes around his head and lying by the lake. He was found unconscious, taken to a hospital, and is reported to be expected to recover. he offered no reason for the act.
An Idaho native named Charlie White received a ten year sentence after pleading guilty to stealing $9.50. The case details show a small amount led to a lengthy prison term, reflecting strict judicial handling of the offense. The article notes the defendant’s origins and the legal proceedings leading to the sentence.
Local Republicans plan to form a Charles H. Phillips club in King County to promote his sheriff bid. L Gray named temporary chairman and L D Horgenstein serves as temporary secretary as prominent business figures mobilize support for the Aug. 10 nomination attempt.
Ten municipal officers of Mile Kind parish were found guilty of graft after a month long trial. Despite small sums, the case drew wide attention as graft trials are rare in England with thirty lawyers involved and costs estimated at 60 900 dollars.
Witt H. Thompson, former archery champion, departs for Chicago to compete in all events at the thirteenth annual national archery contest.
A well staged benefit production of As You Like It at the Coliseum drew a crowded theatre for Church of Our Lady of Good Help. Directed by Percy B Hunting with Touchstone by Mr Hunting, Rosalind by Marion Keith and a strong supporting cast, the show featured elaborate settings and interspersed chorus and songs under Prof. Doy.
William H. Snell may decide today to enter the senatorial contest and file his declaration. The campaign has just begun two days ago and Judge Snell has not yet made up his mind whether to run.
Philadelphia August 4 half a million dollars from the estate of Mrs Annie L Lowry is left to a cousin for the care of her cats and parrot. The will probated directs 96000 be forested and the income paid for their care and upkeep.
A coalition of railway employes from western roads plans to unite protective associations into a central body. Led by W H Thomas of Kaneasity, the group aims to wield political influence in state legislatures to counter hostile state and national measures feared to cut wages.
The Manufacturers' Association of Seattle urges members to cooperate with merchants for a home products display on Saturday August 22 designated by the Chamber of Commerce as Made in Seattle day. Manufacturers are asked to ensure their goods appear on display and sale.
L Sullivan, an aged lawyer, is held pending preliminary examination on a $7 forged check charge at the Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company. His acquaintances link the downfall to liquor abuse amid a series of family sorrows and long-standing disappointments.
A centenarian Grandma Myers in Seattle is described as cheerful, active, and well despite age. She enjoys visits, memories, and family ties, with eight children mourned and one hundred years of life celebrated through simple pleasures and a temperate, lively routine.
Florence Schultz aged 17 of 2416 Washington street was restrained by Humane Officers Kent and Vaupell after chasing her aunt with an ax and threatening to kill. Her yearslong mental disturbance and prior asylum stay are noted. she was committed to Steilacoom asylum to prevent harm.
Nine well dressed Italian suspects posed as nobles in EW Haven were captured on a Branchville farm after a sheriff led raid with deputies and federal agents monitoring the operation.
A laborer named A. Wana suffered non life threatening injuries when a concrete wall fell during excavation for the Perry Leary building at Madison and Seconday. He rests at Providence hospital expecting discharge in days. The funeral for laborer John Demidis, killed in the incident, was held this afternoon from Bonney Watson parlors.
In Olympia yesterday the filing office recorded candidacies for state offices. H Kuhiles of Beattie seeks the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor. Eldridge Wheeler of Montesano seeks the Democratic nomination for state superintendent of public instruction. John L Murray of Friday Harbor seeks the Republican nomination for state treasurer.
Delegates to the Idaho Democratic state convention quit the city by special train amid a factional dispute. The group plans an appeal to the courts to decide which faction is entitled to the party’s representation.
The San Diego home of Mrs. Pearl Hopkins hosted Burford’s wife, who has returned and said the affair is settled. Burford cites a property settlement and plans to go to Mexico, claiming his wife will receive twice her demanded amount. He asserts her flight was not voluntary and accuses unnamed individuals of pressuring her.
A fire last night destroyed Pasco lighting plant causing a long blackout. Estimated loss stands at 51000 dollars with origin undetermined. City crews assess damage as investigation continues.
A.C. Frost of Chicago says bondholders of the Alaska Contral R. R. may foreclose the road to force a reorganization. In Walla Walla the Yukon-Pacific fair received an approved budget with a half mill tax levy yielding 0,515.16 for the project.
A promotional notice touts a location with suitable soil climate and irrigation for producing top winter apples in the state. It claims unbeatable terms for an irrigated enterprise and includes a non-forefiture contract clause. Start the home foundation today.
Friends of Mrs. W Laon Dan non dispute a newspaper claim that Alice A Blanchard of 1116 Boyleston Ave was the season’s first woman to climb Mt Rainier. They note July 9 ascent by Mr. and Mrs. Dawson, unaccompanied, after starting camp at 11 000 feet and reaching the summit the next day. Mr. Dawson, nicknamed the Third Man at the university, is preparing a birds of the state book due soon.
John Albrecht won the contract to furnish Georgetown public school with carbonate lump coal at 6.76 per ton. A Georgetown citizen writes to The Star questioning why this bid was chosen over the lowest bid, noting a $74.50 higher cost for the district. Three bidders submitted bids and the school board reviewed various fuel kinds.
The King County Veterans association plans its annual picnic and camp fire at Woodland Park. Mayor John F. Miller will give the welcome address in the morning, followed by Senator H. Piles. The afternoon features the business session and officer elections, then the camp fire to close.
Indiana society members and former residents gathered for the annual picnic at Woodland Park Lakeside pavilion this afternoon. A large crowd attended earlier, with the event expected to run well into the evening as the crowd breaks up later.
Se attle Marine band conductor Smith has prepared a Woodland Park concert program for tomorrow afternoon. The lineup includes concert waltzes intermission selections Palatious Primrose and a sextet from Lacta with songs Uncle Dooly School Days and a march titled High School Cadets.
Prohibitionists will convene in Seattle on September 8 as county conventions share the primary election day. The direct primary law requires minority parties to hold conventions the same day statewide.
Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor explains his stance in the presidential campaign denying efforts to steer the labor vote to Bryan. He says he acted as federation agent to inform on anti injunction plank reception and will accept speaking engagements nationwide.
Immigation agents learned details of a large smuggling plot after eight Japanese were captured crossing from Mexico. The group claims about 50 000 countrymen in Mexico await entry, with smugglers operating a tug service 106 miles north of Tampico to a landing south of Corpus Christi Texas. Each voyage allegedly ferries 25 to 50 Japanese across the border.
Chicago reports say wheat prices fell a cent and an eighth from opening as profit-taking followed government reports. Despite a bearish tone, outlook for higher prices remains favorable due to persistent crop damage, dry weather across the North American belt, and Argentines’ exports. A stronger future week is expected with prices hovering above a dollar.
Officials announced a plan for a vast terminal to be built on four city blocks totaling 18 acres at Madison Canal Kinzie and Clinton streets. The project, expected to cost 20 million dollars upon completion, would become one of the nation’s largest rail termini.
Seattle circle No. 5498 Women of Woodcraft and Homecamp No. 286 Woodmen of the World arrange a moonlight excursion on the Sound for Thursday evening August 27.
New life comes to Fernie British Columbia as reconstruction begins after the fire. Workers start a $300000 coal tipple project and dynamite the Great Northern rail bridge to reuse 30 car loads of lumber. Contributions reach $60000.
Free milling ore vein allegedly yields from nine to sixteen dollars per ton averaging twelve dollars. The 1 700 foot wide and at least 700 feet high vein is reported by EB Spencer, a veteran mining man, and said to lie on the south fork of the Nooksack River in this county.
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