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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1907
Page
1
The article reports anticipated meat price increases driven by tighter eastern markets and stock movements. Beef, pork, and mutton are quoted rising modestly with wholesale traders forecasting further gains, citing farm-to-market shifts and packer pricing as key factors.
Es se Hall heads to Seattle amid confusion over ongoing civil action involving Hall and wife. Lawyers W H Bard state no divorce suit has been filed and emphasize duties as officers of the court while noting uncertainty about future actions.
Ed Conway alleged cripple escaped detaining officers during a chase aboard a passenger train at night. Special Officer Clark and Patrolman Poolman tracked him across the cars as he sold envelopes claimed to contain porous plasters. Conway was arrested at the Columbia & ad railroad depot after a swift pursuit.
Timothy D. Hinckley died at his Seattle home at about 11:30 PM after suffering a stroke last December. A pioneer who crossed the plains in 1849, he came to Seattle in 1852 and worked in saw mills at Port Madison. He served briefly as postmaster under Lincoln in 1863 and later was a justice of the peace and marine inspector. He is survived by his widow Margaret and three sons Walter K Ira and Lyman, all of Seattle.
Disjointed report details legal accusations against Jacob Dodgreen alleging insanity and a bid to confine him. Attorneys argue the proceedings aim to confine him in an asylum for a misused sum of $4,000. Judge Rochester comments that the case reeks of conspiracy and demands full investigation.
Local groups oppose a proposed settlement that would limit Japanese residents, arguing unfairness given American laborers and calling for defeat of the plan. Japanese in Seattle number about 6,000 across many businesses and the community backs President Roosevelt. Y M C A boys plan a hiking excursion to West Seattle tomorrow led by Ethan B. Smith.
The Painters' and Decorators' Union of Seattle holds its 11th annual ball tonight at the Labor Temple expected to attract a large crowd as the organizers promise a lively evening.
William Alexander longtime Puget Sound settler and Couperville resident for 50 years died yesterday afternoon at the county jail in Georgetown. Relatives live in several nearby sound towns. The body will be shipped to Coupeville Monday for burial.
In Warsaw this morning terrorists robbed a branch post office, fleeing with thousands of dollars after killing the postmaster, two clerks, and two soldiers, and wounding several citizens.
City council fire and water committee hives over a new theater building law as councilors rush vetting it before next week’s meeting. Olympia lobbying by Zbinden and Gill delays council business while new theater permits halt until the law takes effect.
The Liquor Dealers association demands Mayor Moore close all Sunday venues under the state low ban but hints at delay. They recently returned from Olympia where they backed a compromise bill to permit saloons to open after midday on the Sabbath.
Chief Wappenstein received a letter from Rev. M. A. Matthews praising the police for cooperation with the Hemane society of which he is president. Matthews disputes Humane society charges against Seattle judges, notes he was absent from meetings, and favors directing cruelty fines to the city treasury rather than the society fund.
The hazy wording of the city hack and automobile ordinance, passed after lengthy council debate, may force Mayor Moore to veto. Critics say the loosely constructed law could not withstand a court test, prompting calls for a clearer framing of regulations. The Congrega tional church concert by the Ke anto society was a success, with Hamlet soliloquy and a play scene plus several musical numbers praised.
J Hall an instructor in Tacoma was arrested by Pierce county sheriff on kidnapping charges of a 14 year old girl from Mrs Irene Wadeleight of Puebla. Bond set at 1000 dollars as San Francisco officers were alerted to arrest Mrs Hall and the girl. Hall claimed they planned to adopt the child during a trip to San Francisco.
Judy Gordon fined John Lavender postmaster at Kingley fifty dollars for maintaining a blind pig. Deputy Sheriff Matt Starwich gathered evidence after a period of suspicion and the trial concluded yesterday. Residents of EK Pike are granted another week to discuss widening and straightening the Broadway west thoroughfare as two property owners presented improvement plans at city hall.
Hardware and sporting goods dealers note a surge in revolver sales to Japanese residents over the past two months. Several stores report high demand with orders for the best calibers and accompanying ammunition, reflecting an unusual spike in supply requests.
The fourth distinct aftershock since the original quake was felt this morning in Kingston. Fears grip residents as several tottering walls gave way and structural damage is reported.
Flora McDonald, described as raving mad, slept after a night of disturbance following the shooting of Weber Guerin. Doctors say she is hopelessly insane but hope sleep and narcotics may restore her mind. Police found letters and photographs showing Guerin pursued by her with attentions.
John Smith faced a police court for being drunk. The evidence was strong but the court released him on a promise to remain sober, with the caution that his liberty depended on future conduct.
Through the courtesy of CT Wernecke a furrier in Ye Olde Curio shop Woodland Park was prepared today with an albino raccoon. It is described as the only live albino specimen in the United States and was captured by Ed Mugg, a Puget Sound trapper, at New Kalmilehe, Wah.
At yesterday’s reg ular meeting the street committee rejected a petition to extend Olivest Street from Melrogeay to Harrison and Broadway despite a crowded room and active turnout. The crowd included many women who argued the extension would seize valuable property and incur high costs.
A man believed to be Richard Atkinson, wealthy Huffaro family member, was found dead in an old barn between Bell and Blanchard streets on Western Ave. He had money in his pockets enough for shelter. Last seen drinking heavily, he entered the barn about midnight. Coroner Carroll identified the deceased as Atkinson from papers on his body.
The city of Seattle repealed old 1868 town laws including theater regulation fast driving fire safety gun firing and saloon closing hours. Mayor approved the repealing bills yesterday.
The rail freight tie up reveals a high snuff demand in Seattle and statewide. Schwabacher Bros. & Co. reports about 1000 pounds weekly in Seattle and 4000 statewide, costing 39000 and 117000 dollars respectively, with Scandinavian workers the main users.
Milo Adelbert Case and Miss Clara C. Rickmeyer were married Wednesday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Moree 924 19th Avenue. Rev. Rufus W. Pletcher officiated the ceremony.
The Blewett Warrior General Chelan and Badger State mines reveal a history of failed development and repeated stock losses. Washington Meteor Mining continues the unprofitable gophering approach while stockholders face mounting debts and limited ore finds. President Hobson resigns amid disputes with promoters.
Workers at Albera Bros Milling at Massachusetts Avenue Foot struck after one man was fired for petitioning for raises. About ten quit, while the firm typically pays steady men $2.50 daily and $2.26 to the rest. The company employs about 60.
Patrolsmen Brown and Lister swooped on six alleged loafers at dawn and booked them at police headquarters for breakfast. The men gave the names Jamee Leak, J. R. Collins, Charles Murphy, N. Brockway, M. Anderson and D. R. Kerr.
The Washington Society of Sense of the American Revolution hosted an observance at Beattie High School for George Washington birthday. Recipients of prizes were Arthur Harris first prize twenty dollars Ralph Knapp second prize ten dollars and William Parker third prize five dollars.
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