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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1908
Page
8
A fragment notes an art department showing titled Third Fleer featuring Marian Col Tit Mateenth Ave Nerth bilite now on view. The line hints at a town race theme and names a few apparently artist or exhibit details nearby in the museum display.
President Roosevelt protested when sailors aboard the yacht Sylph were barred from a pavilion dance near his Oyster Bay summer home. Dressed in uniforms, they were refused admission at the door on Saturday night, prompting dignified reaction from the president.
In San Francisco Hrainard F. Smith 21 secretary of the board of prison directors died suddenly at the Hotel Navarre under unclear conditions. Elks local chapter and the Bohemian club plan his funeral as coroners and doctors review the case amid questions about heart disease. In Everett the state bids 40.4 percent for a 400000 school bond for a new high school.
The city teachers Institute opened its annual meeting at Washington high school and will stay in session all week. Oregon superintendent J H Ackerman was the principal speaker on Present Tendencies and Practices in Public Instruction. Other speakers include Charlotte Sully Preaby J H Ackerman Dr E O Sisson and Dr F M Padkeford from the University of Washington.
At Camp David 8 Stanley Aug 41 officers report the annual encampment a great success with fewer than 700 soldiers remaining by tonight and the maneuver grounds to be used again next year.
Alfred M. Crozier urged Gen. L. Coleman Dupont resign from the Republican National Executive Committee in Washington alleging Dupont's ties to the indicted powder trust render him unfit for the post.
President Roosevelt met privately with the American Olympic team and praised each member for their work. James B. Sullivan introduced the athletes as they received the president’s congratulations. Refreshments were served at Bl vacant Hill as they chatted about the victory.
First race Linda at 6 WI Incentive 40 to 1 Anglerace 6 to 1 time 1 02 2 5. Second race Old Bettler 16 to 1 Von Tromp 12 to 4 Prolific 4 to 1 Tite 1 16 2 6.
New York August 41 District Attorney Darrin of Queens county informed defense for the Hains brothers charged with the murder of William E B Annis that he will move to start the trial in Queens county court before Justice Garretaon on October 5.
Police report Charles B. Roberts, shot on the boardwalk last Wednesday night while with W G Williams of Baltimore, is dying and seeking an antemortem statement from his room. Roberts' friends dispute the claim of his death and resist admission.
Police will shut down all houses in Seattle's tenderloin tonight at midnight. Sergeant Kent orders immediate arrests for any disobedience as many women have already left. Citizens see it as a step toward reform while many move into newer districts, spreading vice elsewhere.
Ballard August 31 News indicates the First Avenue street car route leads the Western Avenue line by a two to one vote. Votes remain to be counted and the result will be announced tomorrow as officials note lower than expected interest. The Ballard Beach car runs from Denaway on First Avenue to the city center.
The Wasp arrived from Frisco replacing the Chas Nelson for repairs, with cement and powder on board. The Aeon is 60 percent overdue after 56 days from San Francisco to Auckland, while the British ships Baron Minto and British Monarch show 66 and 67 days overdue with 10 percent reinsurance. Spokane ties up awaiting orders. Whatcomb near Fort Casey had a landing mishap but returned to Seattle. Seward loads for Cordova. Santa Ana loading for Skagway. Government charters three British coal carriers Tweedale Uganda and Vienna to move coal to Magdalena Bay or Bremerton at 198 6d. Tatoosh sightings northbound, Alaskan toward Hawaii and Santa Cruz.
About 500 of 700 King County bar members sign a signed document endorsing George W. Vanderveer for the Republican nomination for presenting attorney. The endorsement calls him eminently fitted for the office and bears signatures of prominent local lawyers.
In Bellingham Washington August 31 nearly all saloons operated as if Sunday closing did not exist. City police the sheriff and the prosecuting attorney face inquiries from citizens demanding explanations for the enforcement lapse.
United Press report from Oakland details the discovery of the partially nude body of Mrs. Alice Donohue who vanished June 11. Police arrest Gustav Arkell and pursue leads about a mysterious man who may have driven the killer. The motive and method remain unclear as investigators seek answers.
George W. Fitzgerald charged with theft of 173000 from the subtreasury sees his hearing pushed to September 9. He maintains innocence while city figures rally to his defense and government attorneys decline to discuss rumors of dropping the case.
United Press reports William H. Taft and his son caught six bass on the first fishing outing of the week at Middle Bass Island. Taft won praise from the fishing club and accepted an invitation to spend Labor Day at the soldiers' home in Sandusky. The day also notes a Methodist conference in Tacoma and a Washington treasury summary showing receipts and expenditures.
Eugene Chafin, prohibition candidate for president, will arrive in Seattle at 1:15 tomorrow afternoon. A public reception will be held at the Commercial club room at 4 PM, with a ban on belief turnout expected to include a large Arcade Hall audience.
More than 60 reservations have been made by Chamber of Commerce members to join the club itinerary. The five day trip begins in Seattle on September 22 and travels to Spokane Eastern Washington and Idaho via Portland.
At the annual Beattie Theatrical Managers' association meeting in John Considine's offices, John Considine was elected president, Alexander Pantages reelected as vice president, and C. B. Reed named secretary. New members include Carl Reiter T. Daniel Frawley Harry Cort Dick French and Fred Lincoln.
Miss Margaret Bayne, candidate for county school superintendent, will address the Ballard audience in Cyprese hall at 8 o'clock tonight. Gov. A. J. Splawn and Sen. Geo F. Cotterill, both Democrats, will also speak.
T. H. Larkin of New York, White Star passenger agent on the North Pacific coast, reports a telegram clearing rumors of fire on the steamship Baltic. The vessel is said to depart as planned on September 3.
The Friday bike ball at Madison Park Pavilion raised about 100 dollars for the building fund. About 25,000 dollars has been raised so far through bond sales for the fund.
Regular weekly meetings of the Chamber of Commerce will start next Tuesday, signaling a return to routine discussions and community business updates. The notice emphasizes scheduling for members and interested parties to attend and participate.
A federal case alleges embezzlement involving a letter addressed to Helle Mre Johnston. The incident was reported this afternoon as authorities pursued the matter in court.
United States officials report Frank Hitchcock holds talks with Western campaign managers about strategy and details of a forthcoming political effort. The discussions aim to align regional efforts and address organizational matters.
A Sumner business delegation asks the state to assist the city in securing ten trade seats in Seattle. The group urges the Port of Seattle and regional commerce officials to support shifting a Paget Sound company product line to Seattle to boost local trade.
Funeral services for Lew King a well known Chinese resident were held this afternoon at the Nath Arterien church. The funeral was attended by all prominent Chinese residents of the city.
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