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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1906
Page
7
The Supreme Court upholds a lower court finding that Beat High School must not restrict fraternity involvement. School officials argue the groups promote clannishness and undemocratic behavior. Several members pledge to abide by the ruling while the organization may be dissolved and new members chosen.
Fire chiefs and officials from Sacramento and other coast cities travel to Seattle August 26 on the way to Cahors Alberta for the Pacific Coast Fire Chiefs convention August 28 and 29. W Saunders and Huches from the electric department will attend and read papers on fire protection. Chief Cook plans to attend and will read a paper on hydrants at water main use for fire protection.
A fragmented notice outlines a voyage involving the steamship Dakota with references to Lady Barkly secretary in Tokio and routes to Constantinople and Shanghai. Mentions of individuals such as Frederick and Ammons, plus a Washington DC connection, suggest a transit or cargo context amid wartime or diplomatic events.
The committee has taken up the ordinance amid a dispute with the Chicago Milwaukee and a fight of way along Cedar Reed regarding a water and drainage project. The matter concerns rules violations by the city and asks for action to resolve the issue.
A legal action involves the Jester Horton company suing President and the Century Realty and Company to recover payment on Motes totaling 44 dollars. The case centers on debt collection and financial obligations.
A series of vessel movements are reported with ships sold or loaded for Nome and Alaska routes. The Abydos departs for Nome with freight after repairs, the Blate sails north to Spokane, while the Young Dave and other steamers head toward Alaska ports with passengers and cargo.
An old advertisement notes butter and related dairy items with quoted prices and brand hints including Sweetent and Woalers. It references a store event set for tomorrow Saturday and mentions fall pound quantities and statewide pricing signals.
Weather clear track fast at Meadowhorse meeting. Holly Berry wins the four year old and up s over Ripper second Waterapout third. Time 1 14.ae oe Rony...
Overnight entry list for Priday’s Meadows program with six races. Names include Moe, Anirad, Pred Parkineon, Trapehe, Doctor, Glen Krier, Pettiponha, Sherry, Veracce, Misa Prowe, Intertade Aseas, Gremere, Boundly, and others. Events cover five to seven furlongs and mile-plus distances for various age groups.
The Seattle Electric Company notified Street Superintendent A. L. Walters that a blockade of the south half of Union Street between Fourth and Fifth Avenues will be placed in the second track during early Saturday hours. Work starts late Friday night after traffic stops, with red warning lanterns to be used after switches were altered last night to address six weeks of endangering passing teams.
United States Consul General J. T. Rodgers arrived aboard the Dakota with papers on treaty matters and Chinese questions. He will hasten to Washington D C for his first visit to his homeland, accompanied by Frederick D. Cloud, vice consul at Shanghai, on official business.
Mayor Moore departed Los Angeles this afternoon on the 50 train bound for San Francisco and should reach Seattle by Sunday if connections in SF are timely. A telegram received last night noted he is greatly improved.
Governor W. B. Hoggatt of Ame ka sails tonight on the Jefferson with private secretary C. L. Laller. They depart for Juneau then travel along the coast to the westward aboard the revenue cutter Me on, accompanied by customs officials.
The Seattle Electric company plans the Spokane avenue extension with 21 steel poles 60 feet high to be erected on the north side of Spokane ave between First and the city boundary. A permit filing with the board of public works was made this morning and will be reviewed by Franchise Inspector Walter Wheeler. The railroad track permit is expected to be filed soon for submission to the board at the next meeting on Saturday.
The Pairhaves, a renowned Puget Sound steamer, was sold by Inland Navigation to Island Transportation chaired by James D. Maury. The deal, finalized yesterday, keeps the ship on its long route with the same crew. Island Transportation recently built the Camano for the Seattle-Cooperitie run.
The city health board reviews recent death records and finds many tuberculosis and typhoid cases were not reported by physicians when first symptoms appeared. State law requires immediate reporting of contagious diseases, and officials note the law covers more cases than those actually reported by doctors.
The county commissioners decide against sending a representative to Ireland to gather evidence in the Sullivan case. They state the heirs must prove their rightful claim or the county will face whatever outcome the court orders. A new claimant, Margaret Croke of Chicago, asserts she is the sole heir, claiming her father was Joan Sullivan’s uncle.
Washington Governor Mead and Oregon Governor Chamberlain urge the secretary of war to bar hay and grain forage from areas where Hessian fly is found at army posts. President Bryan and Agricultural College experts warn the pest threatens Eastern Washington and Oregon wheat.
P. J. Feeney from the St. Louis detective service is in the city on leave of absence. He spent the day at the local police headquarters.
A Weverily Mass report details Otis H Luke and the Rockefeller heirs occupying John D Rockefeller Jr’s summer residence. The estate features an old colonial house with water frontage, a grand piano owned by Mrs Rockefeller, a whitewashed billiard table showing wear, and unique era furnishings including Brown University sofa pillows. The living spaces show selective personal items while avoiding a parade of portraits.
New York August 16 Magistrate Higginbotham berated officials of the Brooklyn Rapid Transit company General Manager Calderwood Assistant Superintendent Smith and Chief Inspector Newberry were arraigned charged with inciting riots each pleaded not guilty and posted $1600 bond to appear tomorrow The magistrate said he witnessed the disorder and death caused under their direction and scored the officials
Two railroad commissioners and officials from Great Northern Northern Pacific and O R N meet at the Butler hotel to discuss rates to common points including the Walla Walla rate. Chairman H A Pairchild J C Lawrence for the commission and J C Gilman J G Woodworth B S Grosscup and Miller for the railroads attend. Morning session focuses on Northern Pacific objection to joint rates and shipper choice of route.
A sling failure at Schwabacher dock caused several rails to crash through the hatch of the steamer Oregon. Rails dented the hull plates, delaying the Oregon’s sailing to Seward and Valdez until near Saturday as replacement plates are needed.
In Colorado Springs the printers vote unanimously for Hot Springs Arkansas as the next gathering location. The governor gave an address at this afternoon’s reception followed by a barbecue.
Geneva reports that prominent oil men from Germany Austria and Switzerland will meet in September to discuss forming a cartel with Russian firms to challenge Standard Oil with a united front.
A note confirms a cone connection and completion of work at the store, executed by G H Brown Plumbing Co located at 221 Pine. The entry records the contractor and address, stating the plumbing task is finished.
The New York political scene centers on Charles E Hughes, the Insurance Investigator, as probable Republican nominee for governor. O'Dell supporters back Hughes and hint Roosevelt approves, suggesting Hughes would end Gov. Hughes’ term and unite rival factions.
John Davie & Co sold the southeast corner of Third Ave and Street for a high amount, formerly owned by Adam Bowes and bought by John F. Neidmann. The company also sold the northeast corner of Seventh and University, a 120 by 120 feet lot used by stores, for 56090, C. J. Smith held the property, purchaser unnamed.
Prof Prince and the fisheries commission, with board members, inspected traps on the United States side and then sailed aboard the steamer Georgia to inspect traps along the Vancouver Island coast. He observed comparable cleanliness in canning methods and left undecided on extending the trap season, a decision to be handled by the commission.
The commission chair, based on his observations, believes trap earnings have been larger than represented and that many reported losses are exaggerated. He labels it good tactics but cites no business basis. The next commission sitting has not been set.
Judge today impaneled a second grand jury to hear cases of alleged commerce law violations by the Lakeshore company. The Lake Shore face investigation for non payment of storage charges and a rebating inquiry will follow. Traffic Manager G J Grammer may be indicted.
City prisoners working street improvements at Hiliman Place were short 18 rations at noon. Foreman Rheehan bought bread and canned meat for 1.59 dollars. Mrs. Samuel Cline organized a neighborly meal sending four large pans of beans. Forty two inmates ate heartily but halted when city rations ran out, beans going to Mrs. Cline's chickens.
Lieut. Gov. Coon of Port Townsend Washington was named by supporters as a candidate for the vice presidency of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Milwack er Wisconsin. Theo dore Bell of Napa California is listed as his opponent. The business session was postponed until after the parade.
New York socialite known as the Queen of Diamonds, Mrs. Corwin, sent 50 000 worth of jewels to Europe after a farewell party. The jewels vanished from a shelf during sleep. Mrs. Elizabeth McVette and Alvah M. King were arrested but not held. This follows a prior robbery of her jewels in a Marquise hotel room.
The city buys an 85 foot aerial ladder truck from Kimira New York for 6250 dollars. It will arrive in Seattle around September 10 and replace the old unit at Third Avenue and Washington Street. It features life saving gear, night search light, and automatic extension to reach seven stories.
The revised bond resolutions for the Lake Washington canal limit specify lowering the lake by at least seven feet. The change resolves border land drainage and avoids White River flooding. A conference between Prosecuting Attorney Mackintosh and County Commissioner Smith concluded no contract clause is binding on the county and the extra $100,000 expenditure clause is removed.
The Puget Sound Assembly, a new corporation capitalized at 100000, aims to run a modern Chautauqua at Three Tree Point. Formed by Seattle and Tacoma ministerial groups, it will be managed by 21 trustees elected from church and lay leaders. Stock will be sold through churches and an excursion to the Three Tree Point site is planned next Tuesday aboard the steamer Kitsap.
The trial of George Fadward Adams former cashier of the United States assay office will be before Will B. Thompson appointed special master in chancery on September 6 with twenty days notice given yesterday. Adams’ trial will occur in November.
The private car Ooccident of the Canada Pacific Railway with 26 Kuriste from New End states, under Raymond Whitcomb association, arrived in Seattle early today. The tourists enjoyed car rides in the city and departed at 12 35 for Vancouver on the Canadian Pacific Railway.
Property owners on Beventhav between Madison and Pike, led by the board of public works, morning petition requests extend and widen the current eight foot sidewalks to cover the parking area.
Secretary Grout of the civil service commission begins his annual vacation. While away, Mine Kosiowaky serves as assistant secretary and G. W. Kates sits as a board member of examiners.
A Cham ber of Commerce meeting brought local charities together to discuss a state conference of charities and corrections. Superintendent C. S Reed spoke on collaboration and amalgamation. Atmos Puller, national conference president, may attend the planned event. a coast visit is expected in the fall.
The Senator of the Pacific Coast Steamship line will sail for Nome next Saturday afternoon with a full passenger list and freight cargo. The Victoria of the Northwestern Steamship line will also depart in the afternoon for Nome with a full cargo and passengers aboard.
J W Wickett of Coeur d Alene Idaho asks police to locate his son Harry 16 believed missing in the city after running away three days ago intending to visit Seattle
Description of a spectacular San Francisco earthquake presentation at the Bremerton carnival with boat departures from Pier 2 at multiple times for round trip 59 cents. Includes last boat from Bremerton to Seattle and arrival times.
County commissioners awarded the Palmer bridge project near Palmer to International Contract Co for 1828 dollars. A separate note lists Sargent’s spring mortise lock sets at Tic at Spinning’s for one dollar.
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