21 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1907
Page
1
In Concord New Hampshire the Eddy estate test reveals quicksand under a municipal building site. Steel work delays hinder the project and public works threaten action if progress does not speed up. Mrs Eddy’s mental-condition proceedings are officially withdrawn and discontinued.
An explosion in a tenement district leads to the arrest of thirty plotters who were secretly transported aboard a ship for a likely secret trial. Exile to solitary confinement is anticipated for the group.
Hayter Real Estate offers two market sites, each over six acres. One site, west half of late 4 block 349, is $245,000. The second site includes portions of lots 7 8 9 and 16 of block 176 with 169 feet frontage on Railroad Ave between Union and University, priced at $120,000.
Janes Martin of New York sues Mrs. Catherine Rigo for 256000 alleging her husband Hector Rigo is being courted by Princess de Chimay. The plaintiff claims the Princess and her family staged a long running plot to win back Rigo by disguising as Mrs. Rigo.
W Schriner proprietor of Mockade Hotel at Alki Point withdrew his application for a stockade license. The council noted the withdrawal but acknowledged the controversy it would have sparked, signaling the end of the contested request.
The Seattle Hutchers' Union No 81 inducted a large number of new members at a meeting in Labor temple followed by a smoker.
United Press reports New York stock markets opened weak then declined as the full scope of the president’s message became clear. Brokers remain unsettled and investor confidence wavers after a volatile trading day and renewed nervousness.
Dr J R Nagel assistant secretary of the Republican state committee was yesterday knocked down and slightly injured by a Virginia street car at First and Cherry.
Mayor Taylor states Chief of Police Divan is unfit for office and must resign. Divan proclaims innocence as court troubles loom, prompting a public controversy in San Francisco.
Louis Orth, an Ishorer, is held pending examination to determine his sanity amid reports he has been acting in a queer manner for Orth.
Mayor William Hickman Moore and Mrs. Moore resume official duties after six weeks in the east. The couple are in poor health but the mayor reports his father in Kentucky is still ill but not in immediate danger.
Today was the final filing day for declarations for councilman in the Fourteenth ward. Ferdinand Schmitz and J W Davis were the only candidates announced by noon, both Republicans.
Judge Morris grants Leone L Alger a divorce from Lewis H Alger after a hasty marriage. The decree ends their union, with the judge advising brides to know their husbands for at least two years to understand habits before marrying.
Ernest Abiman and P. A. Blake were arrested at 6 o'clock last night and charged with violating the automobile speed ordinance.
Marine inspectors refuse subpoenas in the case against Capt. P J Moran of the tug Doctor. Several witnesses refuse to testify. U S Commissioner Kiefer aims to push the matter to a decision and Commissioner Bowman may be asked to present charges alleging Moran obtained a captain's license by false representations.
Wallace Keller was moved to the pest house yesterday from the 200 block on Jamies Street after being found ill with smallpox.
Dave Adama a Lindley Realty teamster fell from his vehicle yesterday afternoon. He was taken to Wayside hospital where doctors operated for internal injuries but he died.
Denver post reports a $500000 mail sack theft on a Burlington train between Denver and Oxford with no clues and possible misrouting. Authorities say an arrest is expected in connection with a broader $590000 robbery involving three sacks and a Chicago bound package.
Tangier dispatch reports a fierce battle where sultan’s forces defeated a large native army. Villages were burned and many natives and cultab’s soldiers killed. Dozens of corpses lie in the sun as fearsome slaughter continues.
Seattle Electric seeks to lower its 6.6 million assessment to last year’s figures while railroads urge protection of their valuations. L. C. Gillman argues railroads are taxed fairly and rights to streets are not franchise taxes. He cites lot assessments and per foot frontages to show current valuations reflect real value, as representatives from Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul and Northern Pacific respond. The board adjourned with no ruling.
The Theatrical Mechanics Association No. 62 held a late night banquet at Rainier hall after a full stage crew and performers turnout. Attendees from Seattle theaters and managers from other houses attended, with speeches musical selections and applause marking the evening as thoroughly successful.
A Seattle Labor Temple meeting between state and Vancouver Island coal miners and operators ended without definite conclusions. They adjourned to 10 o clock tomorrow morning. The dispute centers on Sunday work with miners seeking a six hour cap and eight hours pay, while operators propose eight hours pay for eight hours work. The miners claim victory on controlling their own hospitals.
The mill strike extends to Ballard where workers at the Dickey mill walked out over a ten hour day claim. Other affected mills include Bryant, O. B. Lytell, and the Stimeon Post. About 60 men are idle, while earlier strikers seek work elsewhere.
No change at local telegraph offices and business delays persist. Strikers express confidence, saying the longer the fight continues, the more advantage they gain while companies recruit operators with offers to switch sides.
Westernay commission men yesterday complied with Fire Marshal Kellogg and Chief Bringhurst, removing their produce from the sidewalks.
Moors and Jews clashed as residents barricaded doors and resisted an assault. Dozens of people were killed in the ensuing fighting, with authorities reporting heavy casualties and widespread damage in Tangidi.
Mrs Ruth McKee of Indianapolis seeks information about daughter Gordie Atkinson who may be in the city. Mrs M M McLean of Nath Me asks about husband John A McLean thought to be in Seattle. Ira Lundy paid $10 fine and costs after speeding verdict by Justice Carroll Tuesday afternoon.
Portland, Aug 21 The Oregon Trust and Savings Bank with $2,000,000 in deposits failed to open this morning. A receiver has been appointed. Inability to realize on assets cited as the reason. Assets equal liabilities.
Police connect Louis Cohen the tailor to embezzlement rumors as Wells disputes charges. Cohen reportedly owed Wells $180 at disappearance. A note in Cohen's safe claims despair over finances and suicide as escape, with Wells denying embezzlement unless Cohen proves alive.
Harbormaster A P Spaulding will present a plan at the next board meeting to build a powder storehouse and wharf on the Duwamish river near South Park. The proposal argues the isolated site would minimize losses in an accident and set a proper price for explosives.
Chief Inspector Hirmingham informs local marine inspectors that Capt. T. A. Coffin’s license suspension is confirmed for leaving the wheel to an unlicensed person aboard the steamer Skagit Chief. The penalty is 30 days.
Anita H. McCullough sought divorce from Fred D. McCullough after seven years of marriage citing pie throwing against walls money theft beating and name calling. She said she supported herself as a barber and later her husband. a $800 deposit vanished and campers near Green Lake caused park officials to order vacating the area.
Omaha August 21 report notes acute labor scarcity in the wear industry. Harriman line owned mines order coal from Australia due to lack of miners. Japanese workers in Harriman mines earn as high as 175 dollars per month.
John Kelley was arrested last night on a charge of begging. The incident details remain limited but the accusation centers on panhandling behavior observed by officers.
Mies Maud Arst was released from jail on cash bond after being arrested on a complaint by real estate dealer William Reed who says she compelled him at revolver point to sign a $5,000 note. Arnt denied dealings with Reed and pledged to expose him.
Chicago reports show local Telegraphers union officials denying any weakening of the strike stance with no-arbitration demand. President Small heads to New York to lead the action as talks of mediation surface there. A mad incident and a mob attack in Ashfork are noted amid mounting pressure.
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