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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1908
Page
7
A brief fire incident occurred near Corny causing damage to a vehicle and a pew setup. Emergency crews responded quickly, and no injuries were reported. Investigators will determine the cause and scope of the blaze.
Citizens in Renton challenge county leadership over road improvements and budget, accusing commissioners of political maneuvering to curry favor. The piece notes a revolt by taxpayers against perceived self serving actions and hints at upcoming election pressure for reform minded candidates.
Bank Sense describes its commitment to complete customer service and depositor accommodation across facilities. It emphasizes personal talks to clarify needs and demonstrate benefits while offering safety and convenience across departments.
A Seattle Electric car stop at Kinnear Park interrupts service to King Street station, forcing riders to walk two blocks late at night. A railroad worker’s wife reports fear and no police nearby as several women and girls are made to travel on foot after arrivals. She faced a second denial this morning when seeking a transfer to Firntav, continuing the two-block walk.
United Press reports Winnipeg Manitoba August 24 two location portions departed to survey a northern link for a Hudson Bay railroad. The line would connect Winnipeg to Hudson Bay opening a vast trade district and boosting Canadian commerce.
Denver shrouded in gloom as the American Press Humorists association holds its sixth annual convention. Lanky and fat humorists appear somber at the event. Governor Mead and Wilson R. Gay are slated to speak tomorrow evening at the Labor Temple for the Workingmen's Republican club. Chamber of Commerce bi weekly meeting tomorrow will discuss several important matters.
New York August 23 1924 reports contrast between the Thaw and Hains Agnis murders noting Wm F E Annis a publisher valued family. Close friends deny claims of infidelity and cite his constant devotion to wife and children.
Alvin Love, about 60, escaped Steilacoom asylum and roamed Pierce and King counties for ten days living on raw potatoes and grasses. He was arrested by Patrolman Hjarnson in Seattle and jailed. He claims a hypnotic spell lifted and plans to be reexamined for sanity.
The F G Lewis Publishing company of St Louis gains ownership of the St Louis Star-Chronicle by a deal announced today, taking control of the interest previously held by Nathan Frank. The transaction was reported by United Press.
Joseph Murphy a fireman on the steamship President was arrested by local customs officials for smuggling opium from British Columbia. Ten pounds of opium were found concealed in secret pockets sewn under his vest. Authorities believe he has been involved in the illegal trade for some time.
Dr M A Matthews pastor of the First Presbyterian church says he has received no call from the Oakland church and has not been formally invited. He notes friends from Oakland urged him to preach there while their pastor is away, and says a call may come soon.
Excursionists aboard the steamship Yonemite were delayed three hours leaving Brinnon yesterday afternoon due to an accident involving captain W. Grant. The party visited the falls at Drinnon four miles away and on return Captain Grant gave his seat to a woman with a baby, then walked home.
The captain slid down a hill and sprained his leg badly, taking hours to reach his boat. In San Francisco on August 24 Judge Lawlor fled his affidavit in the Ruef trolley bribery case denying bias or participation in an immunity contract tied to Tirey L Ford testimony. Arguments to disqualify Judge Lawlor begin at 4:30 this afternoon.
Report from Aberdeen shows Lowry and Alas ka on the Minneapolis and St. Louis river extension seized by mounted raiders who burned every building. The motive remains unclear. The Bank of Herberal the local store and a pool hall at Lowry were destroyed. Colonel Moimes confirms the Lowry bank fire.
The corporations committee of the city council will meet this week to consider revoking franchises held by Sunset Telephone Telegraph Co Independent Telephone Co and Seattle Renton Southern railroad. The Sunset franchise is set for hearing tomorrow afternoon while the committee plans to discuss the Independent and the old Renton line on subsequent evenings.
A. A. Ruehle of Seattle died in Tacoma from injuries after falling over a cliff on a government road from Longmire Springs to the Camp of the Clouds in the Mt. Rainier forest reserve. No relatives have been located.
Dr. David Starr Jordan, president of Stanford University, arrives in town to address the American Bar Association. He will be banqueted this evening by the Washington Stanford Club at the Washington Annex.
The American Bar association gathers in New Washington hotel to discuss relief for the Supreme Court amid rising litigation and complexity. Prof Williston argues the court cannot handle current caseload. some favor limiting jurisdiction or minimum monetary thresholds for appeals. The meeting will hear President Judge Dickinson and Judge Hanford, with strong sentiment that reform is needed despite uncertain prospects.
J. B. Johnson a bridge carpenter age 36 was killed yesterday by falling from a high bridge on the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul road 36 miles north of North Bend. His skull was fractured and the body was brought to Seattle by Alexander Bruce who was with him. The deceased belonged to Seattle aerie No. 1 F O E and funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 PM at Bouney Watson chapel.
Hong Kong reports China refuses to discuss ownership of 10 000 rifles and 2 000 000 cartridges seized August 11 at Chin Chau harbor. Powers await the Mikado's next move as empress dowager's influence blames yield to avoid a repeat incident like the Taiau Maru seizure.
James C. McKenny died after drinking a small amount of liquid labeled grain alcohol from a bottle purchased at a South Seattle store. Police and Coroner Carroll investigate whether wood alcohol was poured by a drug clerk. McKenny, a laborer, lived with his wife and daughter at 202 Third No. 8 after coming from St. Cloud Minnesota about a year ago.
Earl Stone aged 2 of Ogden Utah, after carrying a shingle nail inch and a quarter long in the nasal passage for 12 days, finally coughed it up. The event baffled surgeons and deprived the child of sleep, following a prior failed swallowing attempt by a companion child on August 12.
At a Seattle Methodist meeting ministers invite oa. W. Bashford of Shanghai to address Queen Anne Methodist Church next Friday night. A telegram was sent this morning, acceptance is not known. He will be hosted at 1019 James street by T. Lippy Saturday night before returning to China on the Minnesota Sunday.
Water will be shut off in Hillman City on Tuesday August 24 from 8 am to 6 pm with potential interruptions over the next 7 to 10 days due to grading on Graham Ave. In Mt Baker park district south of Holgate, water will be shut off Tuesday August 26 from 9 pm to 4 pm.
A Charles H. Phillips club meeting is set for this evening at the Epler building headquarters. Mr. Phillips will discuss conditions in country precincts he visited during his sheriff campaign and expresses optimism about the outlook.
The Fall Models in the Bradbury System Suite and Overcoats are ready with latest newbies in men’s ties hats shoes underwear and similar items. Prices are right and quality is emphasized.
John R. Earry, a Spanish War veteran, is quarantined in a Potomac river tent after leprosy is diagnosed. Guards monitor him as federal health officials work to prevent spread while his wife and child in Lyon, North Carolina fear the disease. In Seattle a High School Tourist team seeks a game with Fairbanks, Alaska.
A healer touts Electro Vigor as the key to restoring vitality by energizing nerves with an electric life while sleeping. The pitch promises a free test and a 100 page book, urging readers to call or mail a coupon for details and testimonials of cures after other methods failed.
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