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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1908
Page
3
In Montana on August 28, Harry Haletine was named by the state as the new governor, replacing the previous officeholder.
ERMAN tells veterans to always fight for a good government as the Indian det席 at the deter tion last night. The report notes a disqualification of a Washington officer and a Roosevelt endurance test due to physical disability. The fragmentary copy lists names and units including the 22nd infantry and mentions United Press and Bygnites Press.
In St Petersburg on Ave 28 Tolstot has received greetings from the United States on his 80th birthday. The message acknowledges his long life and friendship across nations.
San Francisco social leaders and 12 prominent women push to wear directoire gowns at the Native Sons state ball in Monterey while the Stanford parlor bans the style. The issue splits parlors as preparations proceed for the September event.
The crowd awaits decisions on dress mode for the ball as attendees ponder how they will appear in their chosen outfits. The mood is anticipatory with many curious about the forthcoming arrangements.
From Akima August 28, reports indicate the hop harvest will not be picked this season due to price constraints. Bankers show no willingness to advance the required funds, signaling a stalled crop and potential economic impact for hop growers.
Tokyo reports the entire Japanese navy will form a battle line at Yokohama to welcome the American battleship fleet arriving October 17 after home fleet maneuvers. The event is seen as Japan's major annual display. Anacortes citizens hear Gov Mead address Republican campaign rally.
James Holmes, arrested for stealing a ring with 42 diamonds from Captain E. W. Johnston’s Medina summer home, was released after Captain Johnston and his wife chose not to press charges. Holmes had admitted guilt. The item’s owner and restitution context are not pursued by family. Grand Army Man Dead in Tacoma aged 78.
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