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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1907

Page

3

University Smile Club Spreads Across Campus

A campus fad called the Smile club grows rapidly as students and faculty, led by H. S. Hobbe the organizer and Royal Smiler, adopt the grin in social scenes. Notable participants include Prof. Padelford, Don Campbell, Connie, and Bill Rasmussen, with York station’s interurban area also reporting a Smile club.

Wully Dr Kane Smile Club Connie Prof. Meany Mia Amile Bill Rasmussen School of Journalism Don York Station Renton Hobbe or. @aniser Royal Smiler DFL Hickey Smiler William R. Taylor Cinta The Royal Smile J Curry

Bryan Moore Democratic clubs planned after convention

Democrats move to organize Bryan-Moore Democratic clubs citywide to support enforcement of anti gambling and public morality laws. Action to form clubs and participate in the upcoming city campaign will be taken in a few days.

Bryan-Moore

State Must Show Its Hand in Pettibone Case

Idaho December 16 The trial of A Pettibone proceeds with the state’s case to be developed this week The defense argues Pettibone’s evidence is stronger than in the Haywood or Moyer trials Yet no clear link tying the defendant to Steunenberg’s killing has been shown beyond Orchard’s testimony Critics say Orchard improved as a witness but court rules limit its value without additional corroborating evidence

United Press Daho Tee A. Pettibone Haywood Pettibone Moyer Steunenberg Orchard Frank Wilbur Chace First Presbyterian Church Walling’s

Darrow Impanels Defense as Orchard Testifies in Idaho Case

Clarence Darrow's illness delays impeaching questions of Orchard until Tuesday. Orchard testifies and denies Pettibone was in Idaho during the Steunenberg killing. Edgar Wilson moves to strike prior Colorado and Coeur d Alene crimes testimony, but Judge Wood overrules.

Clarence Darrow Orchard Darrow Edgar Wilson Pettibone Idaho Steunenberg Wilson Colorado Coeur -Alenes Wood

Suit over telephone installation appeal to court

The Superior Court before Judge Morris heard a writ of mandate from Paul Holbrook to compel Independent Telephone to install a telephone at his residence 1217 East Jefferson. The case questions whether the company can refuse service unless a bonus is provided.

Judge Morris Paul Holbrook East Jefferson At

Wilson widow sues for 20000 damages from railway collision

Etta Wilson widow of James F. Wilson who died from injuries in a collision between an automobile and an interurban train has filed suit against the Puget Sound Electric railway seeking 20000 dollars in damages.

Etta Wilson James F. Wilson Puget Sound Electric Railway

Judge rules commission owed in Black Diamond mine sale

In a superior court decision by Judge Mor rin the court finds E F Lawson Maurice McMicken and Bruce Cornwall entitled to a commission of 66000 for the sale of the Black Diamond coal mines to the Pacific Coast company.

Morrin E. F. Lawson Maurice McMicken Bruce Cornwall Black Diamond Coal Pacific Coast Company

Council Delegates Sidestep Ordinance On Liquor Doors

Mayor Moore will urge Seattle’s council to pass an ordinance requiring saloons to close on primary election day. Some council members facing re election fear liquor lobby pressure and may amend to loosen terms or hinder enforcement. Mayor’s message includes a ready drafted ordinance, stance unclear on final version.

Moore Seattle

Butler Hotel Orchestra Faces Walkout Over New Director

Musicians at the Butler Hotel cafe walked out after a member of the orchestra was promoted to director, replacing Professor Max Mueller. Manager W. G. King says the group may play under the new leadership or not at all, with a return unclear for tonight or tomorrow.

Butler Hotel Orchestra Max Mueller W. G. King

Morris Chairs and Rockers Spark Holiday Sale

A local shop promotes practical lasting gifts ahead of Christmas with delivery date options. Fresh stock arrives including Morris chairs and rockers delayed by a month. A large carload will be showcased on Monday and Tuesday at unusually low prices to attract buyers hungry for choice and speed.

Morris

Goldfield Federal Mission Pushes Military Aid

In Goldfield the situation grows grave as Sheriff Ingalls and AFL delegates urge immediate troop presence. Officials say without troops bloodshed is possible. Roosevelt will be kept updated as testimony proceeds. No strikebreakers arrived yet. only one mine and mill operated.

United Press Goldfield W. H. Ingalls American Federation of Labor General Funston Funston Sheriff Ingalls

Rocker in Oak With Gold Finish Aimed At Comfort

An adjustable rocking chair priced at fifteen dollars features quar Oak construction and golden cushions. The design emphasizes comfort with multiple seating positions and is offered as one of several similar rockers.

Morris

Leather Pillows and Lace Curtains Bargain Sale Tomorrow

Leather Pillows in various designs reduced from $7.85 to $5.35 and $1.65 for burnt styles. Lace curtains including Cluny Point and Duchesse sets offered as tomorrow’s specials, with prices from $5.85 to $7.95 per pair. Hand-made imported curtains in ivory Arabian colors, originally up to $15.00.

Butcher Fends Off Burglary And Immigration Arrest

Awakened by a possible break in, Youngstown butcher William Bloxman fired when he found a man attempting entry. The burglar fled leaving a blood trail, while immigration officers yesterday arrested four Chinese disguised as Japanese laborers near Custer and detained them for arraignment.

Wiliam Bloxman Youngstown Bloxman Fuller Custer Kiefer

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