Reorganization of the Western Central Labor Union
The Waitresses' hall meeting endorsed the proposed new constitution by a large majority with the strongest opposition from the butchers union. The Western Central will act next Wednesday to implement the plan and integrate the Building Trades Assembly as a subsidiary, amid lingering friction from past strikes and boycotts. The vote also addressed officer election terms and delegate rules, with two of three alternatives passing and one defeated, shaping future governance and funding mechanisms for unions in Seattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Central Labor Union
Rerks’ Union
Western Central
Building Trades Unions
Witich
Building Trades Assembly
Atill
Butler
Seattle Brewing and Malting Company
Sam Parks
Aeaean
Saliow
Thie Unten
Hall
Official Journal Fund
General Fund
Unie Union
Official Journal
Seattle
Son Kills Father During Family Row in Indianapolis
Harry Chapman, 18, colored, shot and killed his father during a domestic dispute in Indianapolis last night. The father, aged about 18, intervened in an argument between the parents when he struck the mother. Chapman then grabbed a pistol and fatally shot his father instantly.
Painter dealer recalls Innes remark on varnish joke
A painting dealer recalls a remark about restoring an old canvas by choosing varnish. The anecdote features Innes correcting a helper and suggesting unusual varnish advice to bring out the figures. The tale centers on the late landscape artist George Tones and a conservation dilemma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Tones
Innes
Emn
Foolish tale told amid Churchill lecture tour misadventure
A muddled Philadelphia incident during Maj Pond's US lecture tour with Winston Churchill leads to a farcical exchange. Pond refrains from naming the fool until a storytelling moment with reporters. The tale centers on a miller testing a youth's knowledge and ignorance.
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Maj. Pond
Winston Churchill
United States
Philadelphia
Hellev
Miss Eleanor Robson A Stage Star By Peculiar Chance
Miss Eleanor Robson rose to fame through kernel Zang will's Merely Mary Ann before moving into a broad stage career. Born in England and raised in the United States, she pursued art before joining her mother Mam Madge Carr Cook on stage. Her ascent included stock company work and lead roles in Browning and Shakespeare adaptations, with Mary Ann bringing her widest acclaim.
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Eleanor Robson
Fieanor Robson
Kernel Zangwill
Mary Ann
H Robson
Mise Hobson
England
America
Mra
Madge Carr Cook
Mra Wises
Mra Cook
Far West
Miss Robson
New York
Frawley Stock Company
San Francisco
Mine Robson
China
Paria
Margery Knox
Bontta
Kirk la Shelle
Arizona
Liebler & Co
Constance Ifn Browning
Flsie
Marie de la Vire
France
Audrey
Mrs. Johnston
Allet
M Robeson
Miss Rotepn
Miner Crushed in Ravendale Coal Mine Dies in Seattle
Charles Gionile, an Italian miner at Rav enedale, was brought to Providence Hospital in Seattle in critical condition after a rock and coal fall collapsed his mine tunnel. He lies at death’s door following yesterday’s accident.
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Charles Gionile
Ravenedale
Seattle
Providence Hospital
Gionile
Reading notice mix up ends with reward for cure
A Milwaukee man, Byron A. Morgan, wealthy insurance figure, faced trouble after a newspaper printed a paid reading notice that miscaptioned a cure for consumption with a reward. The item, headed from Wauwatosa Wisconsin, mentions a one thousand dollar incentive and references Morgan, a prominent Alh club member.
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Wauwatoba
Wis
Byron A. Morgan
Milwaukee
Morgan
Unclear Clippings Exhibit Odd Ad Language
Fragments show a noisy newspaper ad vibe with quirky spellings and garbled phrases. The text mentions a athletic club and friends sending careworn securities in a joking advertisement tone, reflecting a chaotic promotional style.
Inventor J. W. Palmer Dies. Engine Venture Formed
Milwaukee obituary notes J. W. Palmer inventor died in the county house less than a month ago. A new company with five million dollars is being formed to manufacture five styles of rotary engines he invented, drawing Milwaukee capital and investors from Chicago New York St Louis and San Francisco.
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Milwaukee
Wis
J. W. Palmer
Milwaukee Capital
Chicago
New York
St. Louis
San Francisco
Soldiers Fenced In Metz to Stem Desertions
An eight foot high iron fence will surround Metz Germany to prevent desertions from the garrison. The measure aims to curb the numerous desertions reported recently, hoping the barrier will deter soldiers from leaving.
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Metz
Germany
Jailbreak at the city jail sparks escape tale
Five prisoners dug through a wood wall of the ancient city jail known as Beattie’s, escaping early yesterday. The attempt occurred as guards prepared to admit a new inmate. authorities say the structure is outdated and poorly funded for safe operation. Police officials deny criminal neglect and note limited court proceedings affected the escape. The runaways remain at large amid city debates over repairs and health concerns.
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Beattie
Bullivan
Heattle
Labor Temple Site Sale debated by shareholders
The Beattie Labor Temple Association will discuss disposing of the Pike Street site and buying a cheaper location. With a half finished foundation worth about 20000 and a mortgage of 10600, funds from sale and the summer carnival could buy a ready made hall or build anew. Several sites including Unitarian church property are offered.
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Labor Temple
Beattiie Labor Temple Association
Tomight
Pike Street
Seventh and
Eighth Avenues
Western Central
Second Avenue
Unitarian Church
T. Francis Hall
Fourth Avenue
Pine Street
Pleased W B Matell Arrives After Promotion Notice
Pleased W B Matell, formerly inspector in charge for the of Washington, arrived in the city from Washington DC by way of southern states and California. He was unaware of his promotion until officials informed him. Washington officials praised the Seattle immigration office and pledged to supply additional manpower as needed.
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W. B. Matell
Metell
Spanish Exhibit Appeal to Government Action
Merchan and associates planning an appeal to the government to reconsider its decision not to appropriate funds for a Spanish exhibit at the St. Louis exposition. They urge official support at Madrid December 28.
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Madrid
Merchan
Japanese Gangster Hashida Arrested After Arrival in Seattle
Hashida, linked to the Gondo gang and once under police surveillance for terrorizing women, arrived from Tacoma and was arrested by Detective Hubbard and Patrolman Freeman. He had prior police court visits with suspended sentences and a last leave order. today Police Judge George released him on condition to stay away from Seattle.
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Hashida
Seatie
Tacoma
Hubbard
Freeman
George
Seattle
Seville Cathedral Hosts A Seventeenth Century Ball
In Seville Spain on December 26 the cathedral was opened as a ballroom with decoration and choir boys in seventeenth century page costumes dancing. The ancient custom reappeared as the ball was held within the historic church.
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Seville
Spain
Mystery Surrounds Fabled Custom Throughout the Year
The text notes a long standing three times yearly custom that the pope has inquired into multiple times, yet no action has ever halted it. Its origin remains unclear and shrouded in mystery.
Tramp Camp At Green Lake Causes Neighborhood Outcry
Green Lake residents report a gang of tramps occupying vacant houses and raiding hen houses and cellars, creating misery in the district. An officer was dispatched this morning but found no hoboes.
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Green Lake
No End In Sight In Chicago Livery Strike
Chicago December 24. Despite offer to arbitrate the livery drivers dispute remains unresolved. Hearses went out without incident today. Norman Larsen, a union teamster, was fined $50 for attempting to cut a team drawing a hearse and may face state felony charges for funeral interference.
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Chicago
Teameters
Norman Larsen
Drowned Odessa Ice Floe Traps Fishermen and Horses
An ice floe broke away in Soroka bay carrying horses and 12 men who were herring fishing. All horses and five men drowned and the rest were rescued after desperate efforts.
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Odessa, Dee
Soroka Bay
Collision at Yesler Way and Second Ave
A Lake Union auto collided with a Yesler Way cable car at Yesler Way and Second Avenue. The cable car front caught the auto rear, necessitating half an hour of work with brick and tackle to separate. No injuries were reported and traffic halted on both lines during the rescue.
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Lake Union
Yesler Way
Yeslerway
Second Avenue
Salt Lake Man Surrenders in Wife Murder
Frank Rose walked into police headquarters and confessed to killing his wife Christmas afternoon. Investigators found the woman dead in bed with the three year old son clinging to her neck and crying, while Rose refused to discuss the crime.
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Salt Lake
Frank Rose
Rose
Cruiser Dues At Navy Yard In Bremerton
The Albany and New Orleans cruisers recently detached from Rear Admiral Evans at Honolulu are due at the Bremerton navy yard within days for a full overhaul. The ships, bought during the Spanish American War, are part of the U S fleet roster. A separate report notes a burglary at George Smith’s home with suits and money taken, and a break in at C G Swan’s rooms on Third Avenue with jewelry stolen.
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Bremerton
United States
Albany
New Orleans
Evans
Honolulu
Navy Yard
George Smith
C. G. Swan
Third Avenue
Swan
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W.C.L.U
Indianapolis
Ind
Harry Chapman
W. B. Hutchinson CO. Corner Second and Union
Eastern Outfitting Company
Pike, Cor
George Innes
Letic Club
Gan
Kelper
Old City
Opf
Board of Health
Henides
Gea
First Ave
Houghton & Hunter the Jewelers
University Street
All
Christ
Stone, Fisher & Lane and University
Harvard Dental
Second Ave
Cole
Ernst Bros
Pike
Jem
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