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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1906

Page

3

Beating Case In Local Court Seeks Damages

The guardian Christen sues for damages of 1099 alleging Podfieh assaulted him on May 20 1906 causing loss of will and health. The case stands for hearing in the court today with Olven representing the guardian and the action described as provocation and brutal treatment.

Ae M. Boifieh Steam Ayer Piaylies Hefa le Beng Hae Christen Olven Altormey

Hair pulling fight headlines court scene and witnesses

Fragments show a court hearing over a women on women fight with hair pulling and threats. Mary Pitner West and Mrs Beattie testified while others denied, judge to rule on admissibility and peace bonds. Several officials and attendees from various cities were listed as observers.

Mary Pitner West Nellie Weet Pitner Mre Mra Gordon

Man on the Beach and Theaters Engage Audiences

The article lists multiple theater engagements and showings across venues including a Grand sale of tickets and new acts. Performances in Seattle and New York are noted with ongoing engagements, vaudeville acts, and a Garden reopening at Third and Pine with Jack the Giant and a Wonderland Exhibit drawing crowds.

Figman Man Adams Sawyer Seattle Drew City of

Enameled Watches Assortment At Chicago Store

Fragmented OCR notes describe enameled watches offered in a Chicago shop. Mentions prices starting near zero and a holiday season display. The language is garbled but indicates a retail wristwatch assortment with design details and affordability.

Chicago

Open Library to Dedicate Carnegie Building December 18

Librarian W. Smith reports a telegram from Dr. Benjamin de Wiele r of California stating December 18 is best for him to speak in Waynesville. The formal dedication of the Carnegie library will occur that date with an elaborate program. Books are being moved from the old building, and the new library is expected to be ready early next week.

W. Smith Benjamin Tde Eler California Waynesday Carnegiebrary

Sophomore Class Hears Coach Frost on Athletics

The sophomore class met in the high school auditorium yesterday afternoon and heard Coach Frost discuss athletics. He said sports support good scholarship and that team members must maintain their studies. He also defended the team’s Spokane trip, calling reports of misbehavior fake. A social for sophomores is planned for tomorrow night.

High School Frost Tri Spokane Froet

Krugman Auctioneer Cleared in Jewelry Case

Police Judge Gordon dismissed three cases against A. Krugman of Goldstein Jewelry for misrepresenting goods. Krugman promised to retire. if he fails to quit, he faces arrest and trial on the suspended cases.

Gordon A. Krugman Goldstein Jewelry Company Krugman

Regrade Case Judgments Signed In City Court

Judge Albertson of the superior court signed judgments this morning in the Fourth ar and Jackson st regrade cases. The Fourth av total damages reach about 700000, while Jackson st damages total 152908 with Vulcan Iron works alone at 40000.

Jackson St. Regrade Albertson Superior Court Jackson #1 Vulcan Iron Works

Steamer Collision Case Heard in Court

The Kitexp Monticello collision case resumed with multiple passengers testifying. Capt Moe of the Monticello defended himself while Capt Gue Soderman of the Sentinel described a prior crossing and stated he backed his vessel to prevent a crash, noting he had not reported the incident to avoid trouble.

Kitexp Monticello Moe Gue Soderman Sentinel

Washington Educational Association to Meet in Bellingham

The twentieth annual meeting of the Washington Educational Association will be held in Bellingham December 26 27 and 28. The program centers on the Relation of the Teacher to the State with speakers including Frank B. Cooper H C Mason W F Geiger Rena Raymond Ethelda Morrison and EB Shorrock.

Washington Educational Association Bellingham Frank B. Cooper H.C. Mason University Congregational Church W. F. Geiger Rena &. Raymond Ethelda Morrison EB. Shorrock

Immigration Official W. Ed Estelle In Providence Hospital

W Ed Estelle head of the local United States immigration office lies in Providence Hospital in a precarious condition. The 60 year old has suffered kidney trouble for some time and recently was moved to the hospital.

W. ED. Estelle United States Immigration Office Providence Hospital Mr. Estelle

Watches Offered By Pioneer Jeweler Wim H Finck

Sliver gun metal and enamel watches for ladies and gentlemen are advertised by Wim H Finck a pioneer jeweler at 64 Independence Avenue. The notice lists items for sale and highlights available styles and metal finishes.

Wim. H. Finck Pioneer Jeweler Ind Ave Ose

Great Northern Announces Night Train to Vancouver BC

Wise up on The Owl new Great Northern train to Vancouver BC leaves 11 30 p m daily starting December 9 sleepers for Bellingham and Vancouver.

Great Northern Vancouver B. C Bellingham

Contempt ruling in San Francisco grand jury session

The grand jury reconvened after noon to hear motions on the Nichols bribery indictment and related cases. Arrest for contempt may follow if Kiddie Graney withholds facts, while Peter Duffy faces bribery charges tied to Nichols. Monday set for pleading in the Duffy case.

Ban Francisco Dee Grand Jury Board of Supervisors Helvedere Masic Hall Helvedere Kiddie Graney Nichols Peter Duffy Nicholas

Returning with Miss Gilroy

Sergeant Tennant received a telegram from Abilene Texas chief of police stating Allan Blackmar will be held there for a short time pending a formal charge by Blanche Gilroy Blackmar for kidnapping Miss Gilroy. Miss Gilroy located in Abilene with Blackmar and arrested by local order. Her father Mr Gilroy left Beattie for Abilene and started back with his daughter. If Blackmar is prosecuted, Miss Gilroy must make formal complaint in Beattie to the prosecuting attorney and testify to Attorney Mackintosh. A officer will be sent to Abilene to bring Blackmar to Seattle.

Tennant J. J. Clinton Abilene Tex Allan Blackmar Blanche Gilrey Blackmar Miss Gilrey Blackmar Mr. Gilrey Beattie Abliene Seattle

Hegers Predicts Record 1907 Yukon Prosperity

James H. Hegers traffic manager of White Pass & Yukon Route speaks at Rainier Grand predicting 1907 will be the best season yet for the north. He claims 20 dredges ordered and even half ready would secure unprecedented prosperity for the Yukon country.

James HH. Hegers White Pass Yukon Rainier Grand Dulees

Stabbing at Maynard lodging house ends with arrests

In an early morning brawl at 621 Maynard an Austrian man Geva Kojestty was stabbed. Mike Simich Steve Parrish and Geva Kojeatty were arrested by Patrolman Damm and presented to Police Judge Gordon. Parrish identified as the assailant and sentenced to ten days on the chain gang.

Kalves Geva Kojestty Maynard Mike Simich Steve Parrish Geva Kojeatty Damm Gordon Parrish Kojesity

Final Koaki case testimony heard before Judge Frater

The final testimony in the case of the state against John Koaki the Fine charged with a repulsive crime was taken this morning to Judge Frater's court. At noon, after Attorneys Wanderer and Denning had made their final appeal to the jury respectively for state and defendant the jury was charged and retired. The courtroom was thronged by curious neighbors of the Koski family.

John Koaki

Denniston to sound Dix wreck area and tow for examination

A. B. C. Denniston will send the Manette to take soundings at the spot where 1,700 feet of cable are fixed to an object thought to be the wreck of the steamer Dix. The Manette and Florence K. will tow the object closer to shore tonight for examination by 4 o clock.

A. B.C Denniston Dix Manette Florence K

Post Office Adds Eighteen Carriers Beginning January 16

Washington instructed the local post office to hire 18 additional letter carriers starting January 16 after an inspection by a deputy from the second assistant postmaster general. This follows a prior review of office operations.

Washington

Stylish Clothes at Low Prices at Elliott & McGregor

Spinnings offers stylish clothes at low prices with items like No. 6 or the Batley Iron Jack Plane priced at 2.96 and 1.69 respectively. Elliott & McGregor advertise at 1229 Second Ave for shoppers seeking bargains.

Elliott & McGregor

Firemen Ask Wage Raise for Snoqualmie Crew

The firemen on the fre boat Sno quale petition the city council for salary increases. Chief engineer would rise from 116 to 105 per month, pilot from 96 to 120, two assistant engineers from 106 to 120. They seek first class rating and a 100 per month salary instead of 80.

Steamer Burton Sold to Kitsap County Transport

The steamer Burton of Har ton Transportation Co Tacoma has been purchased by Kitsap County Transportation Co Beattie. The vessel arrived from Tacoma and was set on the Kings Winge drydock at West Beattie for painting and cabin enlargement. The buyer will decide its route, likely Beattle Port Blakeley.

Burton Harton Transportation Company Tacoma Kitsap County Transportation Company Beattie Kings Winge West Beattie Morgan Beattle Port Blakeley Harge

Race riot erupts in Greenville Massachusetts

A race riot began in Greenville Massachusetts causing five deaths and leading to martial law in the town. Local authorities report ongoing clashes as night falls.

Beripps Telegraph Service Greenville Mass Dec

Beattie Electric Accepts New Franchises for Track Laying

Beattie Electric filed no acceptance of the Woatlake and Secondar franchises this morning. Track laying will begin soon, with work likely starting early next week. Ten thousand four hundred dollars was paid into the city treasurer's office as a guarantee against any damage from laying the tracks.

Beatile Electric Company Woatlake Secondar

Beattie Attorney Disbarred After 1906 Conviction

The Beattie attorney, convicted in March 1906 of obtaining money under false pretenses from Roy EF. Pierce, was disbarred this morning by an order signed by Judge Frater of the superior court. The corporations committee also discussed the CM&P franchise request along a new Cedar River route this afternoon.

Roy EF. Pierce Beattie Corporations Committee C. M Cedar River

Condition of J. M. Colman Improves Slightly

The condition of J. M. Colman today is somewhat improved. He had several conscious moments and passed a fairly restful night. He is resting easily, but it is feared he remains in a coma that may prove fatal.

J. M. Colman Mr.Colman

Local Notices From Beattie to Right of Way

Sunday at the Y MC A features Rev J P Ligond speaker for Trinity Men Meet. Trinity church men host a dinner with Bishop Keator and Dr F M Padelford as speakers. Ramons sues Beattie Electric for 6009 for injuries from August 6. Trial in Judge Gilliam’s court. Henry Buesman released after attempting suicide at Brevens hotel. Funeral arrangements for Lobe, Seattle pioneer, pending body return. Cedar river right of way to Chicago Milwaukee St Paul recommended. H O Woods of Tacoma reported missing from home since November. First Presbyterian officers plan banquet at New Waldorf on December 17 with speeches and music. Anna Murray sues Stimson Mill Co Ballard for 341 after fatal accident near Junita. Sidney W Johnson arrested for unspecified crime. Gold guard chains offered by Wm H Finck Pioneer Jeweler.

Trinity Trinity Episcopal Church Keator F. M. Padelford University Brevens Hotel Anna Murray Stimson Mill Co Ballard Murray Junita Sidney W. Johnson

Large Octopus Caught Near Alki Point By Two Fishermen

A huge octopus, among the largest landed in the sound, was netted near Alki Point by two Flyer Dock fish market employees after a fierce struggle with the long armed monster. The catch followed a day of legal activity in Justice Gor do's court and Superior Court as cases involving Phil W Fau-Vel v Pacific Hospital and the Sullivan estate proceeded with rulings on damages and fire safety upgrades.

Alki Point Flyer Sullivan Kiaohn Sullivan Griffin Superior Court Terrence O'Brien

Printers Case Affidavits and Local Arrest Brief

In the Archer v Wood trade dispute voluminous affidavits were filed with the clerk of the sugrlo art. Affidavits include statements by A W Archer John Packer Vernon Shelvole R W Chamberlain G B Boyle and others. Nellie Stone a 17 year old girl pleaded guilty to being a disorderly person and was turned over to Police Matron Kelly for employment efforts. Her companion D Johnson was fined 26 dollars.

A. W. Archer Lovett M. Wood Trade Register John Packer Vernon Shelvole R. W. Chamberlain G. 8. Boyle Nellie Stone D. Johnson Kelly Miss Stone

Washington House Creates 700000-Acre Olympic Game Preserve

The U S House today approved a bill establishing a game preserve of nearly 700 000 acres within the Olympic forest reserve in Washington state.

Scripps Telegraph Service Washington, D.C House Olympic Forest Reserve State of Washington

Western Union Opens New Branch in City North District

The Western Union Telegraph company opened a branch office this morning at the corner of Weatiake ay and Pike st. H. Brown will oversee the new office which aims to serve patrons in the northern part of the city.

Western Union Telegraph Company Weatiake Ay Pike «T H. Brown

Pioneer Jeweler Sterling Miver Tollet Seta At 908 2nd Ave

Sterling Miver Tollet Seta is listed with Wm ni Finck at Pioneer Jeweler located on 908 2nd Avenue. The fragment notes the shop and owners but lacks further context or date.

Sterling Miver Tollet Seta Wm.ni Finck Pioneer Jeweler Orf

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