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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1911
Page
7
Tang Shao Yi, envoy, notified Peking of readiness to accept a republic if Yuan Shi Kai agrees. Armistice extended to 31, awaiting premier’s reply as Manchu abdication looms. United States credited with helping secure six powers’ concerted action.
Joseph Geha a wealthy Oriental goods dealer shot his wife Sophia Geha on West Twenty second street then killed himself. Police say the couple separated last July after a quarrel and he warned he would kill himself if she did not reconcile before Christmas. She died at the hospital after three bullet wounds.
James Truitt, a Pennsylvania road trackwalker near Laurel, set day records while a covey of quail rose and flew into the train. He collected seven dead birds and continues life in his homeland. Mrs Eliza Rooms marked her 100th birthday at 31 Catherine Street Philadelphia in the house of her birth where she has lived all her life. She has never traveled beyond Camden, never ridden a steam car, and fears automobiles.
Mrs. Pauline Mason of St. Louis sheltered a homeless ill man during a 1904 storm. She later learned James Kirkland of Chicago had died and left her $10,000 in his will for her kindness.
Shoppers have observed an early spirit while the heaviest Christmas sales are delayed to the last week. Department stores report larger business in recent weeks than in prior years and many will stay open Thursday through Saturday nights to capture late shoppers.
President Taft spent a busy day in New York as he laid the cornerstone of a new settlement house for the blind and prepared for his departure for Washington at midnight.
He stayed busy receiving visitors from many Republican leaders. Tonight he will be the guest of honor at two banquets hosted in his honor.
Official statements from rebellion leaders in Shanghai declare that Dr Sun Yat Sen, famed Chinese exile, is not connected with the revolution against the Manchu dynasty or the proclaimed republic, despite earlier reports.
The next socialist national convention will be held at Oklahoma City starting May 12, following a referendum vote announced from national socialist headquarters in Chicago.
The article notes four individuals with the surname Smith serving in the Senate. It references William Alden Smith from Michigan, John Walter Smith of Maryland, Will son D. Smith from South Carolina, and Hoke Smith from Georgia, highlighting party affiliation and recent promotions.
The suspect recalls killing in a house after an argument with his sweetheart. He says he attacked his father mother and brother with an ax, then started a fire and fled. After the killings he posed by the bodies, drawing suspicion with his lighthearted display. His sanity defense and Miss Taylor’s testimony are noted.
United States Attorney Wilkerson argues the government has minutes of secret meetings by directors of the National Meat Packing Co. who allegedly conspired to fix prices. He claims the documents include a signature of President Tilden and ties the beef trust to high living costs. Buckingham to open defense for Louis Swift.
Christmas buzz sweeps the county as city hall sees a surge of petitions for local office starting next Friday. Judges take vacations and offices grant half-holidays while city offices remain slightly busier than elsewhere.
Dr. Lyman Abbott and Dr. Mary Eddy presented a Turkey mediation plan to President Taft in Washington. They urged Taft to use his good offices to end the Turko Italian war. Taft said the matter is under advisement and denied sending any Roosevelt message.
Supreme Court Justice Davis denied the referee's recommendation for a divorce for Upton Sinclair. The judge found that Referee Kelly allowed Sinclair to exceed legal limits in testifying about the relations between Mrs. Sinclair and Harry Kemp, the tramp poet, and refused to confirm the referee's recommendation or grant a decree.
Oakland aviator Wel don B. Cooke becomes the first to fly over Mount Tamalpais in an airplane. He ascended about 1,000 feet above the summit, a milestone noted as a landmark since California aviation began. Later in Washington D. C. Charles W. Hays resurfaces after a decade and three presumed dead rulings to claim a legacy awarded to his daughter Mia Banion, who waives her claim.
With three headlining theaters in Seattle before Christmas the season opens in full. The Metropolitan screens Seven Days for three nights while The Moore presents The Gamblers for a full week. Gentile stages The Virginian starting Sunday and Myrtle Vane debuts The Chaperon at the Alhambra.
Increased railroad travel to and from Seattle signals the holiday reunion rush. Traveling salesmen wrap up Christmas business and hurry home for the Yule tide celebration. University students and others use special rates to visit family until after New Year.
Dee enny Hen mertz aged 65 a long time Chicago newsboy died this week. He lived at the Harrison hotel for 30 years and left in a safety deposit vault 20000 in securities including deeds to six lots one improved with a two story dwelling worth 10000. He held shares in various companies worth 10000 and had notes for 1200 plus a 600 account with Union Trust.
The Christmas football showcase pits Seattle Athletic Club against Multnomah of Portland here. Ex captain Tom McDonald is coaching former stars and several Husky veterans like Coyle and Muckiestone will wear uniforms. Eakin the champion punter promises to entertain.
Listings from the Public Markets Westlake and Sanitary Market show a range of produce and meats with prices per pound or per item. Notable items include Sunkist and Japanese oranges, lemons, onions, Italian Queen olives, peanut butter, lard, lamb cuts, sirloin and T-bone steaks, and apples and potatoes with varying per unit prices. Market hours for the Sanitary Market extend to 9 p.m. with nightly operations noted.
Canton Ills report notes Mrs. William Golden as a grandmother at age 20 with eight children. Married at 13 to Henry Bird, he died. In 1910 she and her oldest daughter then 14 married Floyd and William Golden, brothers. Her youngest children are twins born last Saturday and her grandchild is six months old.
The Marriage License Clerk Gage expressed irritation as Deputy Auditor Cassel handled license issuance. The Christmas week tally is far below prior years with December 1911 showing only 13 licenses issued yesterday.
Mrs Andrew Johnson of Shelton Connecticut reports a remarkable kitchen find after placing a leg of lamb from a New York wholesaler in an oven pan. An unset diamond valued at $300 dropped to the floor and was recovered.
The Seattle Star reminds subscribers their account date matches the address label and that renewal processing occurs when the date arrives. For convenience, it lists agency locations in Mullen Balara, Pike Street, and Viret Avenue with contact details and rates for transient classified ads at ten cents per line with a five line minimum, and free insertion for help wanted positions.
A garbled ad urges railroad safety and promotes a life policy plan. It mentions $5,000 and “It pays 4 ways” offerings by Fraternal Brotherhood located at 308 Arcade Blog Main 5738, calling for organizers.
Notice announces the annual meeting of Union Savings Trust Company of Beattie to elect directors and transact other business. Location is the stock company offices at the northwest corner Avenue anderry Street, Beattie County, Washington. Meeting scheduled for Monday January 17 1912 at three o'clock in the afternoon.
Classified notices promote furnished rooms and apartments for rent in Seattle area, with prices from 50 cents daily to 16 dollars monthly. Also includes grocery and real estate investment offers, land parcels near Auburn and Seattle, and colony opportunities. Elderly notes mention multiple brokers and addresses in Ballard, Dearborn, and Pike areas.
A fragmentary classified ad promotes land and ranch offers near Lake Forest Park and the university area. It notes 6 acres with 3 cleared, a wagon road, and fruit trees, pricing down payments of 875 and monthly payments around 10, with terms over four years. Hanson & Co advertises investment returns and security services as well.
Classified ad fragment promotes a five acre farm with fruit, garden, and chicken land near a growing city of 1,500. Claims rich soil, utilities, schools, mills, quarries, and local mines. promises value rise in six months and easy terms with down payment and tax handling.
Property listings detail a four room bungalow at $25 cash and $15 monthly, a 650 by 100 ft West Woodland lot and $1,800 price, a S room house with city water near Nastlake car line at $750 plus $15 monthly, plus other $2,700 and $26 properties. Included are rent to own terms, furnishment options, and general locations.
Real estate ads highlight properties within three blocks of Woodland Park including a modern bungalow with sound and mountain views priced at $1 008 down 1700 down balance due. Various other Seattle area listings show cottages two room plastered cottages and large tracts near Lake Jesups line with payments and down payments.
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