President blamed for panicky times in senate speech
United Press dispatch from Washington reports a senator denouncing the president’s utterances as fueling business fears. The talk links the mood to calls for penalties against violators while urging restraint and cautions on the Aldrich financial bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Pressington
Mary
Senate
Roose
Mary Od Statesman
Roosevelt
Aldrich Financial
Rayner
Year Book of Washington overview from State departments
The volume compiled by Olympia departments provides statistics on state resources commerce agriculture and industry. Local Seattle notes describe city business and chamber activities as part of broader state data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
of Statistics
Olympia
of Commerce
Seattle
Chamber
Chamber issues booklet highlights local stats and building permits
The chamber of commerce releases a booklet detailing Western Washington articles of special mark and land statistics. It notes a $15 building permits figure for the year 1997 and emphasizes notable year end data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y Chamber of Commerce
Businessmen from Walla Walla Spokane tour to Los Angeles
A group of 226 business men from Walla Walla and Spokane Washington, who arrived in San Francisco for a city visit, left for Los Angeles after a series of receptions and sightseeing. Their route includes a stop at Polata.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
San Francisco
Walla Walla
Spokane
Wash
Los Angeles
Palota
Elimination of fakers urged at Adcraft banquet
Carl Hrockhagen advertising manager of the Post-Intelligencer urged elimination of fakers in advertising in a Lincoln hotel banquet speech to Adcraft Association members. Hi W Cornell spoke on sales advertising and Harry N Stuff commented on originality in advertising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adcraft Association
Carl Hrockhagen
The
Post-intelligencer
Lincoln Hotel
Hi. W. Cornell
Harry N. Stuff
Ravenna Park Purchase Consideration Set for Feb Meeting
A special meeting of the Federated Improvement Club is called for February 15 at the Chamber of Commerce to discuss the city park Ravenna Park purchase. An informal luncheon was held at the park noon today with guests shown its beauty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federated Improvement Clube of
Feate
Chamber of Commerce
Qoeene
Ravenna Park
William Constantine to Face New Trial in State Supreme Decision
The date for William Constantine's new trial will be set when the remittitur of the state supreme court decision is received. Attorneys Morris Southard and Shipley will represent him again and plan to introduce testimony barred at the first trial. Jeane Hall the complainant remains the key witness and will attend in person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Constantine
State Supreme Court
Lt Ie
Morris, Southard and Shipley
Constantine
Supreme Court
Jeane Hall
Butte
Doctor Heg Seeks Education and Registration to Fight Tuberculosis
Dr Elmer E B Heg secretary of the state board of health proposes education and complete registration as the best tools against tuberculosis He urges cottage system and greater physician cooperation to combat the disease. He advocates building an elaborate sanitarium by the estate and the construction of open air cottages at minimal cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer EB. Heg
State Board of Health
Dr Heg
Meat Inspector Examination Announcement
The United States civil service commission announces an open competitive examination for the position of meat inspector to be held in the city on March 6, 2008. Applicants must be 21 to 55. form 1004 available from local civil service boards or the Twelfth Civil Service District in San Francisco. Completed applications go to the civil service commission in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Board
Civil Service District
San Francisco
Civil Service Commission
Washington, D
The Devil Sin and the Fall Lecture Series
Last night a large audience packed the Tabernacle for Riddell's talk on Love and Lovers Marriage and Divorce with Miss Francia managing admissions as the hall overflowed. Tonight the speaker resumes with The Devil Sin and the Fall followed by God Faith and Prayer and The World's Redemption with another main meeting scheduled Sunday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riddell
Tabernacle
Francia
Ratification meeting to endorse Republican candidates
A general ratification meeting for the northern wards will be held under Republican auspices at Odd Fellows hall Fremont next Saturday evening. Plans include inviting all successful and defeated Republican councilmanic nominees from the Ninth through Thirteenth wards to show unity and support for the winners, with city candidates and their unsuccessful Republican opponents present to demonstrate harmony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows Hall
Fremont
Tourist Rates To The Coast Return For Summer
Committees of the Western and Central Passenger associations plan to grant summer tourist rates again. They will ask the Central Passenger association to approve rates in effect last summer, including a Chicago to Colorado point rate of 30 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Chicago
Western
Central Passenger Associations
Central Passenger Association
Colorado
Revolutionist in Seattle Named Leader of Russian Party
Mark Leites a Seattle born Russian socialist is chosen to head the Bratekaya Drushina the American branch of a Russian revolutionary party. Geruschuni who helped found it remains a fugitive from Russian justice after returning to Russia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Leites
Seattle
America
Bratekaya Drushina
Leites
San Francisco
Geruschuni
Russia
Taft Maintains Solid Support in Ohio Delegates
Telegram to James T. Blackistone from A. L Vorges states all 815 delegates elected to the Republican state convention are pledged for Taft. The message confirms unanimous support of Taft by the Ohio Taft movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Taft
James T. Blackistone
Taft Club
A. L Vorges
Public Market Specials Draw Large Attendance
Today at the public market numerous bulletins listed specials attracting a large crowd. Artichokes three for 25 cents, California celery 10 cents per bunch, rhubarb 60 cents per dozen, round steak 10 cents per pound, French head cheese 20 cents per pound. Regular plies 15 cents today 10 cents. New cauliflowers 15 cents per head. Smyrna figs arriving, price 10 to 15 cents per package tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Birthday of Lincoln Observed by Government Offices
Federal state and municipal offices closed for Abraham Lincoln birthday. Banks and many private firms shut or half-day. Hitnatan club hosts program at M. A. auditorium with Gov. Mead and speakers on Lincoln. George Marvin Savage Lyman Wood Col. W. J. Langly deliver talks. Informal reception to Gen. Mead follows. Instrumental and vocal solos featured. Bikes lodge program includes oratory song and dancing.
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Abraham Lincoln
Hitnatn Club
Mead
George Marvin Savage
Lyman Wood
Lincoln
Col. W. J. Langly
Gen. Mead
Bikes
Lodge Hall
Crusade Against Tuberculosis Launches in Washington
The Washington Association for the Prevention and Relief of Tuberculosis begins a state wide crusade Feb 19 at the M M A auditorium. The group aims to educate the public and promote prevention measures with committees on legislation publicity sanatoriums and lectures. Members may join by sending $1 to Dr W R M Kellogg 1717 Alaska building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Association For the Prevention and Relief of Tuberculosis
New York City
Washington
Washington Association
W. R. M. Kellogg
Alaska
Washington State Association
National Association For the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis
National Association
Bitter fight over editorhip at university paper erupts
A heated struggle over who chairs the Pacific Wave rises anew as Harold H. Birkett and Thomas F. Latimer clash with Hoy Rudio amid factions called the ring. Latimer, an experienced senior and debate finalist, faces rivals backed by dorms and non fraternities while Rudio, a junior, gains support from a minority of fraternities. The uproar follows a past election where Campbell Radio forces ousted Birkett on a technicality.
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Pacific
Collegians
Harold H. Birkett
Theso
Thomas F. Latimer
Dunbar
Hoy Rudio
Latimer
Rudio
Birkett-Latimer
John W. Campbell
Oregon
Birkett
Campbell Radio
Coast hotel men plan Pacific coast association
A movement has begun among hotel men associations in San Francisco and Nevada to form a Pacific association. It would include California Nevada Arizona New Mexico Oregon Washington Utah Idaho British Columbia and the coastal boundaries.
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Ee United Press
San Ancisco
Hotel Men's Associations
San Francisco
Nevada
California
Arizona
New Mexico
Oregon
Washington
Utah
Idaho
British Columbia
Pacific Coast
Ruef Defense Opens As Lengthy Objections Stall Trial
In San Francisco on February 12, Abe Ruef’s bribery trial faced a barrage of technical objections. Attorney Henry Ach led a procedural assault, arguing rights to use available technicalities, while Special Prosecutor Heney delayed filing an affidavit. Judge Lawlor lengthened the case to Friday for further argument.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
San Francisco
Abe Ruef
Jennings Phillips
Henry Ach
Ruef
Adi
Heney
Ruefs
Republicans 10 Hold Lincoln's Day Banquet
The Young Men’s Republican club hosts Lincoln’s Day banquet with Republicans likely to attend. John F. Miller, the Republican nominee for mayor, will respond to a toast to the party as the event opens the campaign rally. Several speakers and impromptu remarks are expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Miller
Young Men's Republican Club
Skates Available for Sidewalk Use at 1211 First Ave
A short notice lists skates for sale or use on sidewalks from Sic to $3.00. The item references 1211 First Avenue and highlights availability for both boys and girls.
Old Man Loses Property Rights in Smiths Cove Case
The supreme court at Olympia ruled William Johnson lost his squatters rights to valuable Smiths Cove land. He had occupied since 1883 believing government ownership, but the site belonged to Dr. Smith. Several quitclaims and missing parties undermined his case. lease acceptance blocked contesting Conner's title. The land's value, especially for rail use, fuels suspicion of Harriman interests backing the suit.
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Supreme Court
Olympia
William Johnson
Smith's Cove
Johnson
Dr. Smith
Czerney
Thompson
Herbert
Conner
Smith Cove Land Co
The
New England Land Co
Washington Northern Land Co
Oregon & Washington Railroad Co
Griffith Davis
Cherney
Harriman
Committee to Decide Billiard Controversy at Y M C A
The Y M C A board referred the pool and billiard table question to a special committee of T. B. Lippy A. S Burwell and Henry Ewing for further study. Directors refused to state opinions and elected officers for the coming year with T B Lippy as president Henry Ewing as vice president A J Burroughs as secretary and J A Cathcart as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. 8. Lippy
A. S Burwell
Henry Ewing
Board of Trustees
A. J. Burroughs
J. A. Cathcart
Bowling Alleys Opened at New Y M C A Building
The four roof enclosure alleys at the Y M C A building will host a match between James Stephens, the architect, and N B Alien, a top bowler of the 8 A C. Alleys are regulation quality with strong lighting and shop-built work by the association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Stephens
N. B. Alien
Association
Fear for sloop Viking missing after La Jolla departure
San Diego reports fear for the safety of the sloop Viking which left La Jolla Saturday with a small party bound for the Coronado islands. Since sailing nothing has been seen of the vessel and it may have foundered in the weekend storm.
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San Diego
Cal
Viking
la Jolla
Coronado Islands
YMCA track tryouts set for Saturday at gymnasium
The Y M C A track team invites entrants to a Saturday night session at the gymnasium. Events include the 25 yard dash 100 yard dash 120 yard potato race three broad jumps and shot puts in 12 and 16 pound categories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y. MC. A
Alaska House Hears Bills For Government Buildings In Juneau
Two measures seek 175000 for an Alaska governor office building and 200000 for a federal building in Juneau. May and December will not wed. Miss Maude Ashford ends engagement with Former Senator Henry Davis due to family opposition. Three indictments are returned against Charles W. Morse.
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Gov. Hoggatt
Alaska
Juneau
Maude Ashford
Henry Davis
Charles W. Morse
Amusements listed for Seattle venues and Vancouver shooting
The article notes various shows at Moore Frank Daniels Coliseum and other venues in Seattle including The Tattooed Man and Miss Clover. In Vancouver Patrolman Arthur McLeod was shot by a Chinese chicken thief but survived. a bullet passed his neck and another narrowly missed his ear. The assailant escaped.
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Moore
Frank Daniels
Tattooed Man
Seattle
The
Country Squire
United Press
Vancouver
B. C
Arthur McLeod
McLeod
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Coats’ and Clarks
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Ice Trust
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Metropolitan Opera Company
Interstate Commerce Commission
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Daniel Frawley
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Pantages
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Orpheum
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