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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1907
Page
3
In February 25 proceedings the court convicted Frederick of Whatcom county of a crime against a 16 year old girl. The mother claims the girl’s testimony was coerced and disputes the jury's belief in the alleged facts.
Bidmexy HM. Morgan of St Bipiacopal church conducts Lenten services during Lent. Daily afternoon services at 3 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings feature an evening song at 8 o'clock.
Panquet and an extensive display concluded the Chinese celebration at the Hip Sing Tenge club last night on Fourth No. 8 and Washing streets.
Anton Besold was convicted of murdering his wife in a canyon near Los Angeles. He shot her to death and, three days later, married another woman. The couple had previously lived in Bellingham, Washington.
Olympia Feb 26 Jease Wink le, accused in the dying statement of Frank W Lamp, remains at large. Deputy Sheriff Thomas ae captured John Dyers the stepfather of Winkle and Mrs PF W Lamp in connection with the murder inquiry. Byers is suspected of knowing Winkle location per neighbor reports.
A Baltimore physician criticizes a Seattle climate report printed in the Ohio Run. He cites a letter claiming temperatures 20 degrees below zero and blames a broken Alaskan cable for delays in correcting misstatements. He argues prior readings were faulty and defends Puget Sound oysters against Chesapeake fears.
New York fashions feature brown as a versatile outdoor ensemble for spring. Leather colored brown velvet paired with brown taffeta creates a three piece street costume with a brown chiffon corsage and silk braid embroidery on an eton jacket. A buff felt picture hat with three brown plumes and yellow rose accents completes the look.
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President Roosevelt arrived in Washington, D C three hours and fifty minutes late as a new wreck delayed the train. he later traveled to Groton where he spoke to boys about making the best of their educational opportunities, noting his son Kermit attends school there.
T. F. Williamson of Seattle meets in Vancouver to arrange fulfillment of a contract with Weyerhauser Co. to log 490 million feet of timber on Vancouver Island. At 25 million feet annually the project spans sixteen years, including building logging railroad wharves and stores at Union, BC.
The Grand presents At Yale a college life drama with a boat race and jealous rivalries led by Paul Gilmore as Dick Seeley. Seattle’s Seattle theater scene also hosts My Wife's Family a three act musical comedy featuring Frank Ap pierton Ed Petty and Dorothy Vaughan with strong performances and crowd-pleasing specialties.
Professor Edward B. Meany of the State University returned to Seattle after a two month trip as special commissioner of the AYPE to Pennsylvania New Jersey New York Connecticut Rhode Island Massachusetts New Hampshire. He says New Pennsylvania and Massachusetts will likely provide generous appropriations and other states will follow. Lovett M. Wood publisher of the Trade Register reports widespread interest in the exposition. Former Lieutenant Governor R W Jones of Minnesota, in Seattle, believes his state will appropriate $100000 for an exhibit.
Renton coal will cost more as a new plant at the mines increases costs. H F Grant of Seattle Electric Company announced the price hike, with lump coal at ten cents per ton. A soldier from the Orting Soldiers Home died yesterday after shooting himself in his room. he had few or no relatives in this country and will be buried there tomorrow.
In Tacoma on February 25 a brief, unclear obituary notes the death of 74 year old John Sehaffer, described as friendless and tired, with no known reason given for the event.
A fire at the Hayes building on Liberty avenue in Pittsburg originated this morning and spread to the Seventh Avenue hotel. By noon the estimated loss stood at 260,000.
Don't throw away worn garments. Have them cleaned to look like new at Pentortum. Call up Mein 1049 for service details and scheduling.
A rush of freight arrives as new goods are prepared for display tomorrow. Limited details available now, but expect items already previewed plus many additional offerings. Store promises no disappointment.
Dr Newell Dwight Hillis warned that railroads and Wall Street power manipulate government more than people. He argued powerful corporations fuel socialism growth and warned that extreme socialism and corporate control are equally dangerous.
In Butter Feb 26 the Scripps Telegraph reports members of the Butte Miners union may not report for duty tomorrow if they vote tonight to demand higher wages from 4.76 to 4.00 dollars per day. John D. Ryan, managing director of the Amalga mated mines, purportedly issued the statement.
The Laois stage hosts Pudd'n Head Wilson with Phil Sheffield and Harry Cummings back as the twins and Aileen May as Roxy. At Star theater, the new vaudeville program opens with eight acts led by Coins Dogs. The Grand Opera House offers The Umpire for two nights with Fred Mace in a key role amid fresh songs and business. Zinn's Travesty Company opens at the Lyric with The Captain and the Maid, a revived old opera in modern guise, packed houses and no tickets after 7.
A large shipment of over 150 new suits arrived this morning in Seattle. The store offers a diverse range of styles added in the last two weeks with a guarantee of satisfaction in style fit and price. Prices run from 18 to 75 dollars with free alterations.
Three hundred and seven new hat styles are on display and a large shipment of spring hats arrives this morning. The store promises a wide variety of chic and handsome designs, with many pieces nearly unique and prices described as moderate for the beauty and style offered.
More than thirty styles are now on display featuring up-to-date materials and designs. Each piece promises perfect fit and workmanship. Shoppers can easily pick the skirt they want at moderate prices.
Natty covert jackets and novel three quarter coats headline a new collection. New full length rain coats in tan and gray offer modern protection. A well priced assortment in the cloak department on the second floor invites customers to choose from several stylish options.
Mention of new Val Laces arriving with a selection of patterns for tomorrow. Also notes newest items in real duchesse lace appliques on the main floor Lace section.
A large display of white waisting fabrics is set to appear in windows tomorrow. The stock includes Swisses, French Madrasses, and French Oxfords with barred, corded, checked and shadow effects. Prices range from 206 to 400 per yard.
William D. Perkine & Co. promotes safe deposit vaults described as fire and burglar proof. The ad notes a rate of $4.00 per year and lists the Alaska Building as the location for these banking services.
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