New Steamship Line Proposed for Pacific Coast
Washington Feb 24 A bill to compel the Panama road company to operate a Pacific coast steamship line was introduced by Native McLachlan of California. The plan requires regular calls at Seattle Tacoma San Francisco San Pedro and San Diego with ten steamers of about 10 000 tons each capable of 12 knots. It aims to protect commerce and coast needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
U. Va
Panama Road Company
Pacific Coast
McLachlan
Pasa
Ena
Cal
Lar
Seattle, Tacoma
San Francisco
San Pedro
San Diego
Watch theft charge framed by disputed witness
Jack Malone and James id were arrested Saturday on a charge of stealing a watch from C. BR (Shenghai) Smith. Malone denies the theft, says Smith owes $14 and paid $2.56, and that he asked for his money and watch back. Judge Frater orders the watch produced in court to decide release or habeas writ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Malone
James Id
C. BR
Shenghai) Smith
Smith
Malone
P A Gaumits reports prowlers at his home and cafe
Gerald's cafe employee P. A. Gaumits told of hearing noises Monday morning at his house 419 13th avenue and at the cafe on First avenue and et when he investigated intruders fled after cutting electric lights. Neighbors aided as the prowlers escaped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. A. Gaumits
Gerald
Bad Boys
Renton Hills
Gaumita
Gaumitz
5& K
Weather forecast rain tonight through Thursday
Rain is expected tonight and Thursday with moderate south winds shifting to southwest as a front moves in. Temperatures remain mild with periods of wet conditions across the region.
Arrests and mistaken complaint in three brothers case
A filing from Sheriff Zimmerman shows W P Shelton of 29 East 3rd Street was arrested after a mistaken claim. The document notes Shelton said he was beaten by three brothers, initially naming Fant Rudolph Gaseh, then clarifying that Bernard and Rudolph provided a milk bath.
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W. P. Shelton
3Rd St
Zimmerman
Iran
Shelton
H Brothers
Stipulis
Fant
Rudolph Gaseh
Tey Gaseh
Bernard
Rudolph
Tampico Leaves and Steamers Schedules Mixed
On the front page the Tampico leaves at 4 for San Francisco and a steamer plans to sail tomorrow for Vaider. Details mention copper and Northwestern railroads and Cordova with Mr. Henry acting as general agent. The Steamer Keemun sails for Victoria and Tacoma. the Watson arrived from San Francisco and shifts to Tacoma. Cabie repair work continues with the Bureside and Alaska cable lines undergoing service.
Remarkable Puppy Ad Draws Broad Attention in Seattle
A local newspaper ad by Mrs. Fuller offering four cocker puppies drew readers from Seattle and beyond. The Star reports many responses and $25 payments, with Mrs. Fuller receiving inquiries from out of town and several letters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Mra. Fuller
USA
Seattle
Property Exemption Claim In Denny Hill Regrade Case
Henry Aakesament Levy and wife filed suit to restrain city from taxing their property in Denny Hill regrade. They cite March 1907 and July awards totaling 4 750 dollars for a 12 foot strip and one dollar for general damages. Levy asserts taxation exemption due to jury damages.
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Henry BE. Levy
Astef
Denny Hill
Levy
Tts
Akron inquiry about Otto Blanz and past insanity charges
A rambling letter to Mayor Miller raises questions about Otto Blanz now in Akron Ohio. Officials note Blanz previously faced insanity arrests at Ballard and Tacoma and wonder if he remains jailed or mentally unfit.
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Otto Blanz
Akron
Ohio
Miller
Otto
Clans
Ballard
Tacoma
Blang
Etfil
Seattle
Adventists Seek Law Change on State Land Sales
Seventh Day Adventists push an amendment to the 1907 law that set Saturday land sales, arguing their Sabbath prohibits purchasing state lands on that day. They note many Adventists in the state wish to buy lands but are barred by Saturday sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Dillon
Olympia
Windom
Beattie County Grants Amended Franchise After Revisions
The county commissioners granted Beattie city a franchise after amendments urged by Atty R R W Prig. The changes added protections for King County against damages from required piping work during road changes. The decision followed legal review and adjustments to the franchise terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.R. W. Prigmore
City of Beattie
King County
Dudley Property Tax Judgment Upholds Assessment
Superior Judge George F. Morrin ruled this morning to uphold a $355 tax assessment against Geo. G. Dudley and Erma Dudley. The decision orders the sheriff to sell the Hamlet Boulevard property if the owners fail to pay the taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George FE. Morrin
Dudley
Erma Dudley
Hamlet Boulevard
Dudleys
Peterson Sues Northern Pacific Over Auto Collision
Federal Judge Hanford urged the jury to find for the defendant in the Ed Peterson versus Northern Pacific railroad case. Peterson sought damages after a collision between his automobile and a string of boxcars in a dark morning wreck two years ago.
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Northern Pacific Railroad
Hanford
Ed Peterson
Peterson
Sucky Baldwin in Critical Condition After Relapse
In Los Angeles on February 14, U P reports famed turf man Sucky Baldwin remains in critical condition. Maenday Baldwin briefly appeared on the porch but fatigue triggered a relapse yesterday, after he had been resting today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
U. P
Sucky Baldwin
Maenday Baldwin
Stocktom Ontario Police Chief Accused in Public Scandal
A local report from Stocktom Ont claims corruption is running publicly and that the town is wide open due to protection of the chief of police. The note highlights alleged misconduct and its impact on municipal safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stocktom
Thery Haw
Qurohiion
Victim Seeks Answers in vanished American Ostrich Company
Mrs. Martha Piekina of Winfield Kansas wrote to Mayor Mitler about being misled into buying stock in the American Ostrich company. Investigation shows the firm disappeared from Kampire building, with officers scattered and belongings stored for unpaid charges. Public loss is estimated around 15000 dollars. The firm promised an ostrich farm near Green Lake two years ago and sold stock to Seattle residents, with no dividends declared. The ostrich pictured on its stationery was its most tangible asset.
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Martha KH. Piekina
Winfield
Kansas
Mitler
American Ostrich Company
Pickine
Kampire Buildine
Hel
Green Lake
Seattle
Carmack Shooting Trial Details Refute Claims
Col Duncan Cooper testified in the Carmack assassination case that he met Carmack and spoke with him before the fatal confrontation. He said Carmack reached for his weapon, hid behind a woman, and claimed he did not draw until Carmack fired at Robin, noting the shooting was over by then.
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Nashville
Teun
U. P
Duncan Cooper
Robin
Senator Carmack
Carmack
Mia
Mr. Carmack
Washington House approves legislative bill changes salary limits
The House backed the conference report on the legislative executive and judicial bill by 186 to 124, aiming to cut the secretary’s pay pending Senate action. Earlier, a separate vote set the president’s salary at 100000, with 141 ayes to 164 no. In San Francisco a juror was added in the air horn trial and a fleet movement to the Pacific coast was discussed.
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Washington
House
Senate
Day’s Clearing Totals in Seattle Tacoma Portland
Seattle clearings today amount to 1 745 002 24 with balances 44 065 00 Tacoma clearings today 52 464 00 and Portland clearings 994 516 00 with balances 208 267 00.
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Seattle
Tacoma
Portland
Brief Wire News Fragments From Taft Era Treated Busily
The report notes Gev Herrick resigning as secretary amid Taft administration coverage. A Chicago attorney general statement refers to alias usage and a staged identity by an official. Nye & Ormeby bank section reports assets of 61 600 000 and liabilities 400 000 amid financial activity.
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Herrick
Taft
Oktim Pei
Chicago
Jared
Dlegel
Paparte Tenepah
Nye & Ormeby Company
Prices Paid for Livestock Producers and Market Hints
The listing notes prices paid for cattle hogs and lambs from 10 producers. It records per pound figures and range notes, mentioning live poultry and miscellaneous items as part of market activity. Prices are shown for various weights and conditions with references to ranch sources and market openings.
Sells new and buyn old furniture find the man on page six
Classified note announces sale of furniture with phrase to find the man on page six. The item hints at both new and used goods and directs readers to locate a specific man in the pages.
Carpet and Rug Sale Large Selection by Ingram
A broad catalog lists hundreds of rugs and carpets with varied patterns and sizes. Wilton Axminster Velvet and Body Brussels lines span 9x12 to large 11x15 options with prices from a few dollars per yard to over fifty dollars each. Linoleum inlaid and printed varieties, plus cork carpets, complete the home flooring assortment.
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Axminster
Brussels
Body Brussels
Wilton
Ingram
Hodges
Odds and Ends Furniture Specials From Local Store
Special value items include oak extension table with 42 arches square top and six foot open length, Ron Bed with heavy tubing and casters, a dining chair with panel back and oak seat, a collapsible all steel go cart with spring seat, and an arm rocker in golden finish. Prices range from 2.75 to 12 dollars.
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Oair
Frontier Post
Ballard Plans Street Fare Improvement and Funeral Details
Ballard city council approved 2100 dollars to improve Market street and 24th avenue north with brick or asphalt paving to protect property owners. Funeral services for Harl A. Cook age 8 took place at the family residence with remains held at Graham Engerman's morgue pending vault construction in Mt. Pleasant cemetery. Wart Cook died Monday morning from pneumonia. Ballard high school's junior class to host its annual ball in a function hall with high expectations for a large turnout.
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Harl A. Cook
Walter F. Cook
Graham & Engerman
Mt. Pleasant
Wart Cook
Ballard High School
Court room conversion sparks local proceedings in Wy County
In Wy County several court related actions unfolded as structures and officials faced legal and administrative matters. Judge Morrin issued a city judgment for O Connell for 694.14 restraining city collection. Hiekary Pickett seeks 1089.57 for professional work. a damages suit against Seattle Electric for 1400 was filed. hearings were held on county road construction near Orilia Kent. the board ordered old city hall furniture moved. a current expenses appropriation was approved. New Wing Mendall recommended withholding 450 for elevator completion. warrants for King County and Seattle School District 1 amounting to 198000 called. a stone crusher bid around 2000 to be issued. extra floor for the exposition building discussed. steamer Jefferson to Skagway tonight with 100 passengers.
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NEW Steamship Line
Panama
Reat
Sam Franetees
Eail
Vaider
Copper & Northwesterm
M. Jd. Heney
Cordova
D. Melcunte Mesteme
Watson
San Fran
Bureside
Heattley
Fred Fuller
Mra
Hill Station
Ncting
Fred Putter
Ferm Hill
Ville Moggers
Falls
Waton
Indiana
Tennessee
Tenn
State Senate
New York
United States Steel Corporation
Lucky Baldwin
Col. Cooper
Fpell
Dr. Mortenson
Thomma Lockwood
Frederick & Nelson, Inc
de Dey
Hall
Saxony
Agency For
Globe-Wernicke
Frederick & Nelson
Agency For the
Majestic
City Council
Alaska Petroleum and Coal
Treasury
Conta
HM. M. Herrin & Co
Schouerman
Optie Reoma
Iy de Bias
Pike
Ain
W. R. Tymms
M. D. Oculiat
Auriat
Ind
Bel Wy County
T. P. Story
Waa
O'Connel
Morrin
Ares
The
I . crConnel
Hiekary
K. C. Pickett
Sult
W. I. Peter & Co
Oril
Lia
Kent
William H. Spoonmore
Seattle Electric Company
Spoonmore
Wil Meve Seom
Board of
Abile Works
Telty Council
Kebb & Mendall
County Hospital
Tnapeetorn Murray
Matt Gormley
Bida
Belldetra Fleer
Raph & A Moniall
S & Report
Helley
Jefferson
Skagway
Meek Trunk 4 Bag CO
Firet Ave
BOX Lunch Co
John C. Walling Co
Second Ave
Kobfer & Oleave
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