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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1911
Page
1
August 18 reports from Liverpool and Waterloo describe mass hunger riots with women leading looting of bakeries and grocers. Stores stripped of food while lighting and transport disruptions escalate. rail traffic nationwide faces paralysis as labor leaders warn of broader walkouts and intensified strikes.
More than 150 residents of Tia Station sign a resolution urging Rainier Beach transfers and demands for receipts to stop gouging. Col Vom and Hillman City activists warn of action Monday if delays persist.
In Washington on August 18 Congressman Ollie James criticized President Taft, accusing him of betraying tariff reform and vetoing measures favoring the poor, amid a hostile clash in the House over the wool and Payne bills.
United Press report from San Bernardino details renewed defenses by Mrs. A W McDavit as mobs raid the dentist’s office. Miss Jessie McDonald and Irene Gibson describe affection for Dr McDavit, each saying their love began during dental work and others join a “charmed circle” of women associated with him.
In Los Angeles a judge granted an absolute divorce to Mrs. Anna from her husband after remarks about abuse and a court read letters his wife’s af wrote. The statement cited in court referenced the distress caused by the husband forcing reading of letters.
The forecast through 5 p m Saturday calls for fair weather with light winds in Seattle and surrounding areas. In Washington state Taft prepares a third veto message on the free list issue as a key political note of the day.
A garbled Hicktown Bee item notes Jenks' Emporium inventory, a white shirt sighting, and a troupe performance. Mentions Grandpa Higgins aged 64 on pension, a tintype incident, and a cryptic reference to W C T U with local chatter fading into confusion.
Citizens rally around the recall of Mayor Dilling and council members Wardall Blaine and Kellogg as petitions move toward a potential special recall election. Officials urge calm while supporters warn against eroding popular government principles and pledge to uphold the recall in Seattle’s best interests.
A packed Moore theatre hosted the Saengerfest opening with Ludwig Hease, royal court singer of Germany, at the helm and a chorus of 600 voices backing him. The festival runs nightly this week as part of a citywide music celebration. In Washington a call grows for municipal air navigation regulation after horses were frightened by nearby flyers.
Preliminary counts show only the Dilling petitions meet the required signatures with 10 268 names. Blaine 9 213 Kellogg 9 296 Wardall 9 485. many names will be eliminated during verification. The recall association holds two suitcases of petitions not yet filed. registration staff will work continuously to finish checks. If petitions are insufficient, 10 days for new signatures and another 10 days for comptroller review follow, with a date set between October 16 and 26 if enough names are found.
New York reports that Colonel John Jacob Astor and Miss Madeline Force may wed soon aboard Astor's yacht Noma. The bride elect shopped today and her purchases were sent to the New York Yacht Club wharf. A waiver of dowry rights to Astor realty is required for a 2 million dollar settlement upon marriage.
In purchasing a homesite, care should be taken to choose property that suits your family and lies in the city’s growth, and ensure absolute title. Avoid curbstone dealers. use a reliable firm like Ole Hanson & Co. Real Estate, Third Floor, New York Block, to find it for you.
Frank McKoy wed Tillie Pfenning in Tacoma to claim a $200,000 estate left by his father, required to marry within 30 days of death with a two day grace period. In San Francisco, Tararo Ichinomiya says Tokyo municipalized streetcar lines, purchasing the system for $50 million.
Dr. Harvey W. Wiley testified to the House committee that bulletins he prepared were suppressed after his poison squad experiments. He cited a bulletin on sulphate of copper blocked by the bureau of plant industry. His bride watched from a corner and smiled.
The store announces a new department in its Boys' Clothing section dedicated to enhanced product displays. The move aims to improve shopper access and highlight featured outfits for young customers.
A forthcoming Seattle Star report details frail young girls exploited in the city daily, urging all residents to read and confront the issue as Seattle stands aghast.
Admiral Togo cancels all program and remains in his Boston apartments for the day. He will depart for Niagara Falls tomorrow. Frank J. Gould declares intent to make Paris his permanent residence in a New York report.
At the International Dairy Show in Milwaukee Pauline Wayne, Taft’s Holstein cow, weighs 1500 pounds and produces a large daily milk yield. A local dairy firm will buy her milk at $5 per eight gallon can and bottle it for visitors at 50 cents each as a keepsake. Pauline originates from Kenosha, Wis., gifted to Taft by Senator Isaac Stephenson last November.
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