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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1911
Page
4
A fragmentary notice reports Osqar and Adolf running a new mismanaged enterprise described as a first class dump. It mentions Osqar as head man and former stewards and soap boiler roles, with Adolf linked to the culinary department, and hints at celebrity patrons and a dubious future for the eatery.
The piece criticizes state senator Josiah Collins for a game bill that would require hunting licenses for all, except on land owned or leased by the hunter. It argues the measure helps a political circle and would let landowners hunt without licenses while wardens face licensing hurdles. The report urges voters to watch Collins if he seeks office again.
Portland report details a raid last night on Harvard avenue where five women were arrested for disorderly conduct. Loraine Lee and Edna McDonald face charges, Bach posted 200 dollars bail, Flo Wells Beta Cave and Madge Nelson held on 50 dollar bail. Arresting officers were Patrolmen Humphrey and Christensen. Walter McCredie, manager of the team, will leave Wednesday for Santa Maria California where his 1911 club begins training Saturday.
Leonard C. Phillips bookkeeper for Connell Bros merchants at 23 Western avenue drowned when his canoe capsized in the Lake Washington canal yesterday afternoon. His companion A F Purdy, a photo engraver for the White Advertising Co, narrowly escaped death. Phillips struggled with cramps and was unable to swim.
A man clung to a half submerged boulder after being swept by a strong undertow. He was rescued but Phillips' body had not yet been found.
Edna Clemmons a stenographer at Hillside Liquor Co. killed herself in her Casade apartments room at 916 Howell Jr following a quarrel with fiancé Frank Smith. Smith fled as she cried out, medical aid arrived too late, identity of parents pending. Clemmons described as a refined blonde of medium height and weight.
Puget Sound Navigation Co will add a steamer. Sioux will run March 1 and Chippewa will take over during overhaul. Officials admit three boats between Seattle and Tacoma are unnecessary unless Interurban traffic can be diverted, a hope shared by both companies.
The Eilers Music House promotes three piano clubs offering members lowest prices and wide selection from over a dozen brands plus free music lessons a matching stool piano tuning insurance and no red tape Membership fills up fast and buyers can have a piano in their home by nightfall with money back if not as represented
London report notes steeplechasing among English gentlemen riders, who risk life and limb for sport. The piece contrasts risky jumping with the rough-and-tumble world of boys earning a living from football, highlighting the dangers involved.
The Buford transport is slated to sail March 10 with famine relief supplies for China. Major gifts include Bon Marche and Seattle Hardware Co at $100 each, Seattle Steel Co and Seattle Car Manufacturing Co at $50 each, plus flour barrels from several firms. Churches collected funds, and Olympia, North Yakima, and Leavenworth clubs pledge more help. A charity ball at Dreamland rink on March 3 honors Buford officers.
GEO. BE. BENNETT states he favors Mayor Dilling's reform efforts and rejects printed claims he supports restricted districts. He argues for a segregated district approach to the fallen woman issue with liquor bans and monitoring to keep them out of residences, hotels, and lodging houses, insisting he stands for what is clean and right.
In Denver on February 20 Mia W. Huff owner of the White House cafe and her daughter were praised for bravery after they seized Louis Wilson who held up the cafe and seriously wounded guest Clifford Barrows. They disarmed him and held him until police arrival. The Star invites readers to write 300 words on the subject for a cash prize.
Louis officials say C Kortopfel of the Catholic Church of Sainte Cyril and Methodius faced removal after accusations he smoked 50 to 100 cigars daily. They cited alleged drunkenness unpaid debts and failure to repay parishioners as factors in the action.
An advertisement extols Frederick Sawyer as a fiscal reformer and watchdog of the treasury. It praises his role in shaping the city charter, cutting the tax levy by over a million dollars, and creating Seattle’s respected accounting system. It urges voters to elect him to the council at large for prudent management of public finances.
London reported that a sign on a small terrier’s back drew attention to its plight and to Matthew Moulding. He admitted for 36 years the dog had been his only support by begging, making the case a notable example of welfare through a trained animal.
John M. Wolfe, Seattle University district councilman, defends his 1894 Public Works record amid a citizens committee report. He explains the board used day labor under supervision to relieve 1893 1894 unemployment and denies improper sewer contract actions, noting later mayoral nomination offers and continued public support despite long‑ago controversy.
The Rockefeller Institute reports a new serum with early use to rank with vaccine and diphtheria anti-toxin, aiming to reduce the death rate from spinal meningitis by two thirds.
Paid advertisement outlines councilman at large candidate George Debritz platform key points include street improvements only with majority property owner approval and city state county election consolidation to save voters money. Debritz known as a major city taxpayer with real estate work and many built residences.
Mr Schlumpf leads weight and measure ordinance defense as dishonest dealers push back. Homeowners and laboring men and women, who suffer from dishonest weights, are urged to support him.
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