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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1907

Page

8

Landis confident Standard fine will stand in high court

Loganport Ind August 19 Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis defends his Standard Oil verdict, saying the 240000 fine should be sustained on appeal and that he expects no reversal. He avoids discussing the economic aspects, stays calm on vacation, and notes heavy correspondence from around the world praising or questioning the ruling.

Waghest Court Q Gansport Ind Seattle Star Logansport Kenesaw Mountain Landis Landis Sandia Bia Chicago Vflee of Appeal Iron Grand Jury

Park Republican Club Sends Jubilant Telegram to Judge Landis

A New York City Park Republican Club telegram lauds Judge Landis for his opinion in the Standard Old case, praising his actions as timely and just. The piece notes Landis’s hometown fame in Logansport, with crowds greeting him and lawyers seeking his counsel, while he downplays presidential ambitions.

Landis Logansport

Autos Collide on Third Ave and Priest Corner

A 40 horsepower Winton owned by the Winton garage and an Oldsmobile owned by H R Cluse collided yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Third Ave and Priest corner. Both cars were badly damaged and occupants had a narrow escape. The Winton was driven by Teddy Ruaseon, a demonstrator. One occupant in the Oldsmobile was Mr Clise's son. Neither driver was hurt.

Third Ay Priest Winton Garage H. R. Cluee Winton Teddy Ruaseon Mr. Clise

Frisco Streetcar Strike Nears Settlement

Efforts are underway to settle the Frisco streetcar strike. The men will return to work and the union will be recognized under the arrangements.

Frisco Ban Francisco Efforta

Rolled roast beef ice airioin steak ibe leg of lamb Me

Fragmentary diner notice lists various roasted meats including rolled roast beef and leg of lamb. No clear event or context is readable.

Bop Third Ave

Crown Prince's Newborn Heir Grabs German Attention

Berlin reports the crown prince and his wife celebrate the birth of their first child, a healthy boy born July 4, 1906. The birth raises widespread interest as the Kaiser and Empress share in the royal moment, with extensive public notice across Germany.

Seattle Berlin Germany

Radical Reductions on Remaining Summer Wearables

Summer merchandise is nearly exhausted as Fall stock moves forward. Prices have been steadily reduced across all summer apparel to clear inventory and free store space for upcoming fall stock, with deep cuts expected to attract buyers while supplies last.

Seasonable Summer Apparel Display in Costume Section

Linen suits lace coats white dresses outing waists lingerie dresses and other seasonable lines are shown in the Costume and Suit Section. Prices are not quoted but the arrays promise savings for the remainder of the summer and future seasons for forehanded shoppers.

New York

Western market steadiness despite late fruit and berry shortages

Prices on blackberries and raspberries rise due to late season with few available. Canteloupes drop from 75 cents to 1.00 while bananas arrive from Central America with unchanged prices. Yakima honey sells at 3.75 to 4 per crate, Umatilla steamer brings pineapples, and various vegetables and poultry market quotes follow.

Central American Yakima Umatilla Western Ay

Puget Sound Markets Reported Prices and Commodities

The listing notes prices for dairy and meat products including calves veal and beef, pork, lamb, and halibut. It references ships, schooners, and local ports near Puget Sound with various tonnage figures and commodity costs like corn meal oats wheat and bran.

Puget Tay Laos Ot Sound

Desertion Charge Faces Local Chauffeur in Cleveland Arrest

Harry A. Cummings a chauffeur for Raffles was arrested in Cleveland Ohio on a wife desertion charge. He will be returned to face trial after his wife Sophie E. Cummings swore out the warrant accusing him of joining a fake advertising scheme and leaving with the promoters.

Chicago Indianapolis la Simon Harry A. Cummings Cleveland Ohio Cummings Sophie E. Cummings

Convict to hang after escape attempt in San Rafael

Convict Jake Oppenheimer, tied hand and foot and strapped to a stretcher, made a desperate bid to escape Friday night. Jail directors decide to proceed with an immediate hanging rather than the previously scheduled date.

United Press San Rafael Jake Oppenheimer

Piano sale offers chance to buy top brands at savings

A piano sale advertises slightly used high grade pianos from brands such as Chickering Steinway Kimball and Knabe at big savings for homes without a piano. The notice directs readers to Pioneer Piano House on page 7 for details.

Pioneer Piano House

No Inquest Declared In Capitol Hill Pit Deaths

Coroner announces no inquest will be held into the deaths of Angus I Anes and P Harmstrong killed by a cave in at Capitol Hill Fuel Co gravel pit at Eighth and Cherry streets. He says the men worked on the job for months and knew the danger. Their bodies lie in Lake View cemetery with funeral costs paid by their employer. Prosecution ahead targets former Pennsylvania officials and capitol building contractors over graft.

Angus I. Anes P. Harmstrong Capitol Hill Fuel Co Eighth Cherry St FL. M. Carroll Lake View Cemetery

Used But Not Abused Pioneer Piano House Ad

Announcement lists slightly used pianos including Chickering Steinway Kimball Knabe Ludwigs Emersons at less than half price. Encourages readers not to miss the chance for a good piano at big savings. Notice from D. B. Johnston Co. 9038 Second Avenue above.

Pioneer Piano House Chickerings Steinways Kimballa Knabes Ludwigs Emersons Johnston Co

Three Thousand Dollars a Week at Barlington

The Cascade Foundry Company plans a plant on ten acres at Barlington employing about 150 workers from the start, with weekly wages around three thousand dollars. About 100 new families, roughly 500 people, would settle nearby, send children to school, buy supplies, and spend most money at Herrington. Land is offered at Marlington on easy terms, and a polling mill is expected to locate at Barlington soon. Potential buyers are urged to visit and discuss the opportunity today.

New England Poston United States Canada Bon Marche Seattle Rae Second Avenue Cascade Foundry Company Barlington Herrington Marlington Arlington

Palace Meat Market Ad Promotes Meats Poultry and Fish

An advertisement touts Palace Meat Market as carrying the choicest meats poultry and fish with a location noted as 504 Secondary.

Grocer Promises Cheap Breakfast Cups

An ad touts affordable morning meals at a penny, with family pricing at a cent a cup and two cents for a larger breakfast. The grocer pledges a refund if the product fails to please the customer.

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