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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1917
Page
5
The public morals committee introduced a bill to legitimize children by law wedlock and require fathers to support and educate until age 16. A warrant issued on complaint will bring suspected fathers before the superior court for hearing. if proven, the child becomes lawful issue and inherits the father’s estate.
Florida's Everglades will gain a premier auto route the Tamiami trail spanning from Tampa on the Gulf to Miami on the Atlantic. Slated for completion in 1918 the project costs about 1 million dollars and will traverse a vast morass with a sparse population of about 25 inhabitants including local Indians.
Olympia report says the Zednick bill for high school military drill has a new chance on reconsideration in the house after defeat last Friday. The measure was revised to remove the phrase trained nursing and replace it with fire drill work as the first aid provision.
The Tacoma resolution to rename Mount Rainier to Mount Lincoln heads to a vote on Tuesday. Senator Steiner of King County will offer an amendment to switch the proposed name to Mount Lincoln.
New York report outlines a drink called a Stinger in Mrs Bernard Colles divorce case. Witnesses describe a maid who enjoyed Stingers and a guest who got “lit up” on the beverage while a sudden conscience led to a moral halt.
The J. Rosenbaum Grain Co announced the closing of five elevators with a 7,000,000 bushel capacity. The news caused a sharp drop in grain prices on the exchange with May wheat down 2 cents, July 3 cents and September 2 1/4 cents, while corn and oats also fell.
Seattle prosecutors reveal an alleged bunko ring tied to the North Star Mill Co at Crifila and a parallel mill venture at Martha Lake. L. H. Bailey and Owen I. Baker posted bonds on conspiracy to defraud charges and disappeared, while George P. Roseman awaits trial on grand larceny and conspiracy. A mass protest by 50 citizens spurred action as the case unfolded.
Seattle Red Cross volunteers mobilize for war and disaster readiness. A $17,000 mobile base hospital is prepared as sewing teams and other workers operate at 1509 Fourth Ave. An open meeting at 10:30 am Thursday launches the drive to fund ambulances beds and surgical gear for one of five naval base hospitals.
A would-be robber tried to hold up a Kin car near the park at 10 30 Monday night starting from Tenthava W and Blaine. Conductor EF A Wilson ordered the gates opened and passengers to stay aboard. The robber fled when the car reached downtown.
Teutons report storming and capture of a hostile height east of Par alovo in the Cerna bend on the Macedonian front. After artillery, two officers and 90 Italian soldiers were taken prisoners. German losses described as small. five machine guns and two mine throwers captured.
John Boyd remarks that if Charles Edward Russell visits Seattle he would receive a kiss for his war article in The Star. The Armenian-American declared favorable views toward the Allies and critical of the Kaiser.
In Seattle’s early days G W Loveberry cut roads through brush and built a home on Roosevelt and Beacon hills. He installed his own electric lines, bought water from a personal reservoir, and later sold line shares to neighbors. His aid to workers and the poor fuels his council bid, with broad pioneer support.
Guthrie met a namesake at 6923 Twelfth Ave North KE and knocked her down during a Tuesday morning greeting. Miss Guthrie, staying at the Lincoln Hotel, was only slightly injured and Guthrie offered to pay medical bills. She declined and quoted her Christian Science faith as the basis for payment. Meanwhile Guthrie prayed for the efficiency of Christian Science.
Washington officials expressed concern as reports placed Villistas near the border at Calamas and Carranza issued an anti Allied note. A potential move to cut Allied supply lines and threaten Tampico’s oil deposits raised fears that Villa could exploit global tensions to trigger trouble, though clear plans remained uncertain.
Presiding Judge Everett Smith will decide Tuesday if Ah Fook and Billie Louie, two Chinese suspects in the New Chinatown tong shooting, shall be released. Attorney Thomas B. McMahon obtained a writ returnable Tuesday afternoon on grounds they have been held since the shooting of Harry Wong outside the Milwaukee hotel on 668 King. Louie and Fook are said to belong to the Hip Sing tong, enemies of the Hop Sings.
Alexander McKinnon, formerly of the Ninth ward council, died at Providence hospital Monday aged 55. A Montreal immigrant who came to Seattle 20 years ago, he later served as a city stockade guard since 1912. Survived by widow Mrs. Mary A. McKinnon and three daughters Mary E. Margaret G. and Frances H. McKinnon. The Police Relief Association will handle funeral arrangements.
Proctor F. Cook once editor of the University Daily subscribed to the Literary Digest. After weeks without a magazine he wrote the publishers a sharp letter. They replied that he gave his name and street address but failed to state his city and state.
President Wilson will lead a parade with full dress uniforms from all army and navy contingents despite most forces being on the Mexican border. Maj. Gen. Hugh L. Scott, the grand marshal, has ordered the ceremonial attire for the event.
The new Pantages bill runs from opening to closing with a bright mix of acts. Master Paul and his trained canary perform with violin accompaniment while the bird interacts with the performer. The Berle girls unveil a unique swimming act. Frank Fogarty features Irish melodies and humor, supported by Grace Edmond and the Velmars among others.
Prof. Edmund Meany of the state university delivered a Lincoln address before a joint session of the house and senate in Olympia. Speaker Kelley read Gettysburg Address while Lieut. Gov. Hart presided.
A $5 900 000 national fund for aged and incapacitated ministers will improve clergy quality, said Bishop Keator at Trinity Parish on Monday night. The diocese of Olympia must raise $10 000 as its contribution.
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