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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1906
Page
7
An Orleans organization raises 690000 in pennies to fund a vacation program for working girls. Fifteen recipients get two weeks away with Pullman transportation and all expenses paid. Many others enjoy rest and recreation at a pleasant Lake Pontchartrain retreat.
The Work of Mercy charity drive by the King's Daughters in New Orleans draws heavy support for the Rest Awhile home and North Carolina trip. Voters cast 656000 ballots for popular contestants led by Miss Sophie B Wright and Miss Lillien Brown, with prizes including diamonds and watches. Next year the event aims to send two contestants around the world, with proceeds benefiting shelters and scholarships.
Painier Valley residents and property owners faced tax questions as a board of equalization sent out several hundred notices seeking reasons to adjust valuations. Frye of the Frye Brahn company complained railroads block car mileage and packing firms seek relief from discriminatory practices. He noted his firm owns 12 cars, each worth about 1200 dollars, and urged the Interstate Commerce Commission to curb bias and ensure fair assessments.
Miss Louise Fowler daughter of C E B Fowler will christen the new steamer Washington in Elliott Bay next Thursday evening. Fowler, owner in part of the vessel, helps lead the Washington Marine company with L H Gray and associates to operate the Washington and other steamers yet to be built.
In the last 24 hours the Alaska Pacific Express lines delivered more than 300000 dollars in gold to Seggle. The Saratoga carried 108000 dollars from Nome, the Dolphin 140000 dollars, and the Beattie 40000 dollars from Fairbanks and Dawson.
A King County discovery shows the logging road of WC Weeka near North Bend not on the assessment rolls. The Seattle, Renton & Southern railroad outside city limits and West Seattle elevator and coal bunkers are also omitted. The assessor claims some items are personal property or excluded by lease terms, while other state land assets are taxed differently. At Renton J D Farrell operates a large dairy farm with livestock and equipment not on the roll.
Secretary Yondell of the Chamber of Commerce said the chamber would not send money or supplies to Valparaiso amid the Chilean relief issue. He noted funds left from San Francisco aid are scarce and Seattle residents are seeking work, with no obligation to divert remaining funds.
The article quotes officials saying relief should be managed by the government rather than private commerce. Secretary Willliama of the Commercial club argues no special commercial ties exist between parties and Seattle need not lead aid unless relief comes from the state. Alo Nightingal is reported to have fined $25 for selling anquer at 16 Mile Place without a license.
Local readers focus on Valparaiso quake impact as Puget Sound steamship lines of Koamon negotiate losses. Telegrams awaited from the company with shipping updates. Two ships laden with lumber are bound for Valparaiso: the Carnard von Bayte at Bellingham and the A. J. Fuller loading at Port Ludlow.
Advance sheets of a publication opposing municipal street railway plans circulate among Seattle voters. The pamphlet titled Concerning Municipal Ownership appears as radical anti ownership material issued by the New York based American Association of Street Railway Interests through its Press and Publicity Agency. Local Taxpayers organization supplied names of potential recipients.
John Promberger appears this afternoon to explain why he failed to obey the court order directing payment of alimony to Martha Promberger. The hearing will determine whether he faced sanctions or continued support obligations.
Consulting Fnameer Freeman of the Greater New York Water system presented the Cedar river issue findings to Mayor Moore in the afternoon session. The report outlines water management concerns and proposed recommendations for river use and city needs.
The Dexter Horton Bank Building was sold for 260000 to The Trustee Company. Unit interests at 1000 each will yield 59 per year per unit, with two thirds of surplus reinvested and one third to The Trustee Company. Property managed by deed from August 18 1906 with no mortgage, rents then distributed quarterly to investors.
City council will meet in regular session with little agenda. Officials will appoint election inspectors and judges for a special election and consider the Southeast Seattle real estate annexation. The union pacific franchise ordinance and Cedar river right of way bill remain under committee review.
Reported by Alaska sources the silver salmon run is expected to be strong within ten days. Cannerymen and fishermen patrol banks as the sockeye run remains weak. Early signals indicate the northern pack will exceed initial estimates with silvers pinks and reds being caught in large numbers.
The Meadows announces night entries for six Trier races. Entries include two year olds and older horses with many names such as Palemon Wapnagoctie Alim Mom and Doctor. lists provide post times and weights for each race. The card outlines five furlong and mile routes with selling purses and entrant details.
Fremont scene. Carton undertakers space repurposed by Aire M. Carton for personal use. Mysterious death of J. H. Whitehouse at Bryant Lumber never witnessed. Plant closed half a day for funeral. Newlyweds Mr. and Mrs. J. Milton Hanebury home in Fremont. J. M. Hansbury buys half of Fremont Plumbing. WCTU set for annual election at 3624 Linden Ave. John B. Wright 40 acre tract sold for 66000 and to be developed. S. P. Dixon & Co. moves into new office next to the bank. Local real estate quarters described as among the finest.
Green Lake, Aug 20. The Green Lake improvement club will hold an important meeting on Wednesday to discuss local projects and community concerns.
August meeting set with Hyterintendent Youngs and others expected to speak about city affairs. K B Button Jeg from East Green Lake hailed for saving Hull family in a hotel fire. Billiard room moves to a vacant room near Renton drugstore. Kidd's hall hosts a municipal ownership vote discussion led by Judge W D Wood. Water main work to finish by week’s end pleasing business community.
George Shepard was arrested yesterday by Humane Officer Clark on suspicion of stealing from refrigerators along Capitol Mile. He is held at the city jail as the investigation continues into the ongoing thefts.
The City of Beattie sails north tonight with 86 passengers and a full interior freight load. U Marschal J M Shoup heads to Juneau, and Fred Nowell, mine owner, travels aboard. Beattie arrived yesterday with 59 passengers, including George Bent of Copper Mount and Wallick, cannery owner of Yeas Bay.
A laundry wagon owned by a Chinese man named Chicago Sam was set ablaze while he delivered near seventeenth and Yester. Two young boys were believed to have ridden with him. they vanished before he returned to the wagon. The horse ran several blocks before stopping. Neighbors urged police to remove the ruined wagon and laundry.
At the semi annual convention of the Reorganized Church of the Latter Day Salmta held last night, it was decided to hold the next session in February as their annual convention. BE Keeler was yesterday ordained evangelical minister.
Carl George alias Johan Carlson was arrested early today on Washington Street by Patrolmen Lee and Anderson after refusing to talk. Police believe they know where the shoes were taken from, Talbot for Patents, 206 Mutual Life.
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