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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1907
Page
7
The act modifies licensure for ship masters mates and engineers. It lowers licensing requirements for small vessels and defines who must be licensed based on tonnage and passenger carriage. Penalties remain, with $100 per offense for violations.
A dispute unfolds between the Humane Society and Merchants Association over law enforcement. Police officials defend actions, citing numerous convictions and fines, while society members challenge charges as unfounded and demand proof of ignored complaints.
Details of trial costs in the Thompson case raise questions about who will pay expenses. Attorneys and several medical experts are cited with daily rates, suggesting total expert fees could exceed eighteen thousand dollars. County commissioners face deciding who covers these bills and whether any nonofficial assurance was given.
A derailment occurred when a trestle gave way near Etanyon, causing a landslide and a 56 foot track loss. The accident disrupted freight movements from Spokane to coast points, with a Pasco Spokane boycott forcing temporary line shutdowns and a North Pacific main line train diverted to Seattle and eastward via the Great Northern.
The steamer Northwestern, tied up for repairs, sailed for Valdez at 1 o clock today with a full cargo of general merchandise and 225 passengers. She carried Thorsea.
John Nelson sues Western Steam & Navigation Co for 12000 damages claiming injuries while employed as a common sailor on the steamship Ramona. James Markey and A A Johnson own J P Rudd & Co seeking 1800 for delivering a cargo of merchandise from Alaska to Beattie.
The Evelyn Nesbit trial testimony weaves between conflicts and explanations as Jerome probes into past relationships and payments. He presents checks and letters to establish a pattern of money and control from White, while Evelyn contends with her mother and past employment. The session ends with a long adjournment and new developments about a man named Peter Michelson escaping a brief jail term.
Oriental Billiard and Pool Parlors at 1419 Third Avenue adds eight new tables and claims the only 5 by 10 pool table in Seattle. The venue markets itself as a place for gentlemen.
A fragment notes a Morrill pattern item, described as a lot number 35, offered at Spinning's shop. The readable text provides minimal details beyond the listing.
The steamer Eureka of Globe Navigation returned badly leaking after sailing Saturday night with coal and piles for San Francisco. Water poured into the bilges, pumps failed, and divers worked from port to locate the leak. A bad hole was found on the starboard side as of this afternoon.
The university Girls Glee Club traveled to Tacoma yesterday afternoon and performed for the Ladies' Musical club. The program featured strong sopranos, altos, and a visiting pianist, violinist, and manager under C. O. Kimball's direction.
The school board rejected eight and twelve room bids for Queen Anne and University Heights buildings as too high. New bids are due March 4. Hutchins Criddie offered 29 371 for Queen Anne and Jankine Jenner 42 449 for University Heights. Both firms cited a 20 percent rise in labor and materials costs and said they could not meet last year’s figures.
Virginia Street Docks Warehouse co seeks permit from Board of Public Works to build an overhead electric carrier across Railroad Ave between docks and warehouses. The conduit would run 23 feet above track. Railroads favor the project to ease crossing danger. A franchise requires council consent. temporary permit to follow after ordinance passage.
Assistant Postmaster Colbett urged residents to use 99 branch stations to handle stamps and money orders. He said branches could absorb two thirds of the workload and reduce lines at the main office. Locations include Hon Marche Kennedy's Har tells Kennell Shaw and Guy drug stores.
Carl K. Lewis an embalmer held by Seattle police on a charge of eloping with Mrs D A Wentworth wife of a Portland traveling salesman was arrested after elopement reports. Deputy Sheriff Price escorted the couple back to Portland for court. Mrs Wentworth and her officer lover walked to the depot smiling amid public interest.
The southwest corner of Third Ave and Marion St was sold today to Lewis Bros. Realty Co. for 231000. The 63 by 120 foot lot may transfer to Puget Bound Realty Association in time.
The Christian Redeavor convention committee met at First Presbyterian church and kept a session until midnight. District captains will canvass March 18 to organize entertainment for delegates. A Metla Kahtia Indians band from Alaska is featured and a round trip rail fare with stopover privileges is arranged for incoming delegates. Free entertainment is not asked.
The Minnesota club will meet this eventing in the Alaska club rooms. After the business meeting which will be called to order at 6 oclock sharp there will be a social session. Every former resident of Minnesota is invited to the present whether a member of the club or not.
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting the Lake Shore Owners club proposal for a special assessment district was adopted with committee amendments. A Real Estate association resolution approving the former measure was read. Ex Senator Squires urged immediate construction of the Washington canal.
The Washington Insurance Association, after a nationwide reduction, lowers premium rates by 25 percent in this state. The move sets rates back to their level before the San Francisco fire and earthquake, aligning with earlier pricing limits.
Attorney Mackintosh filed a complaint against De. G. Thompson a dentist in the People's Savings Bank building for practicing dentistry without a license from the state board of dentistry. It is a misdemeanor under state law punishable by a fine.
Olympia legislators defeated Henster Paulhamas bill to prevent one corporation from holding stock in another. The measure failed by a narrow margin with a recorded vote of 7 to 0. The ruling leaves corporate ownership structures unchanged and continues current policy.
Olympia February 20 The senate approved a bill validating the sale of the West Beattie Street railway line this morning.
Local dispatches report arrests in tie violations by teamsters including R W McKinnes after a mare fell short of tying. J D Hoss of the city lighting plant will lecture on Street Lighting at Science Hall University with stereo views tonight at 7 pm. John Jacobs, drunk, fell through a plate glass window at the Office Bar on First Ave South and survived a fall of eighteen feet without injury. police judge holds him.
The house approved a bill boosting judges salaries in the state with exceptions for superior court judges. Supreme court justices will now earn four thousand dollars per year.
Secretary of State Gam Nichols appeared as a witness for two hours in the Roags inquiry. He said his duties on the commission were perfunctory and that he acted on the advice of Land Commissioner Rows and state cruisers. Capt. A N Laffin of the transport Sherman has been assigned command of the cableship Bornside.
Our safe deposit in the Alaska building offers constant protection against fire and burglary. Rent an individual safe for 4.00 dollars per year at 211 F street, provided by Wm. BD. Perkins & Co. Secure storage is available now.
Local notice from Geo. H. Woodhouse Co. 113 University at and Arcade Way promoting a large stock reduction on a line of builders hardware. Call early for discount prices and to take advantage of savings before stock runs out.
The Beattle Republican club members will be taxed for club support and a rotating assessment will be levied. An executive committee meeting last night appointed a five member committee to devise a fundraising method and to boost the organization’s effectiveness.
Councilmen Gil Sawyer Mullen and other Seattle politicians lobby for Senator Piper's bill to strip Mayor Moore of appointive powers. The measure was moved in the calendar to allow more time for lobbying before another presentation.
Olympia Feb 26. House bill 152 passed the senate this morning. Introduced by the tax commission the bill gives the commission power to assess railroad property, signaling tax increases of from 59 to 150 percent. The commission says the measure is its most important request and expresses satisfaction at passage.
Honolulu reports a meeting today between Japanese squadron officers and Gov. Carter. In other news John E. Good, 69, died at 218 East Ave G leaving five children and a wife. burial at Butterworth & Son. Walter Francie, 25, Marine Cooks & Stewards member, died at Providence Hospital after collapse. funeral plans by the Marine Cooks & Stewards association.
Senator Graves of Spokane argued for Senator Cotterill to retain his seat in Olympia. The lengthy speech was praised as the best in senate politics. The senate chose to continue the contest despite Graves efforts.
A Star subscriber requests the residence address of Andrew Carnegie at New York City. The inquiry notes Carnegie’s residence at 57th Street and Fifth Avenue. The item mentions a fragment about “What is better than cash” and a reference to R. Cooper Willie at 73 Coleman Building.
The Watson, Alaska Pacific Steamboat Co. vessel, arrived from San Francisco with 1,900 tons of goods and 27 passengers. Officials say it will lay over for one trip for minor repairs and an overhaul. Captain Cann notes the after-house expansion to improve steerage. he cites a collision with the bark Servia in San Francisco Bay during a turn, with the Servia swept by tide and gale, rail damage and a smashed pilot house. the bark sustained minor injuries.
Calumet Michigan February 20. Thomas Penguilly while placing an engagement ring on Nellie Howell's finger noticed a plain band ring like his mother's. The couple then learned they are brother and sister. Penguilly had wandered Africa and the Orient for thirty years and finally settled in Butte Montana.
Freight tie up cripples many city merchants from obtaining spring stock. Litlagar and Markman, exclusive batters at 1210 Second Ave, report a fortunate shipment of Bargar Hats priced at 3.00 and 4.00. The new styles include pearl and oyster greys, brown, tan, and other shades, praised as the finest seen in Seattle at comparable prices.
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