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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1907
Page
5
The new law tightens labeling for syrups jams and dairy products to curb misrepresentation. It bans false claims like pure maple syrup and requires accurate ingredients content and chemical analysis proof. Violations will be prosecuted stringently.
Visitors to Seattle are invited to take a trip to Uncle Sara's navy yard at Bremerton to see the Wisconsin and Oregon battleships the training ship Philadelphia torpedo boats and destroyers The Albany is on dry dock An excursion leaves Pier 2 at 10 32 30 am 1 15 and 4 90 pm on weekdays with an extra boat at 2 00 pm on Sundays Round trip fare not stated.
Washington mourns on New Year as 45 victims from Sunday's Terra Cotta wreck are laid to rest. Hearses fill cemeteries while families endure mangled remains unseen. Blame centers on engineer Marty Hildebrand or Takema Station operator Milton Phillipe. Phillipe released on bail. Hildebrand remains in custody as officials vow a thorough probe. Coroner's jury tours the scene.
Thomas Harris, visiting his mother in St. Louis, shot and killed his stepfather Henry Miller after Miller allegedly beat his wife. Harris was arrested at the scene.
In Washington on January 1 about ten thousand officials and foreign representatives, military officers, judges, and officeholders shook hands with President Roosevelt at the annual New Year’s reception. The line stretched to the Corcoran gallery as the 60 member band played during alternating shifts. The day was mild and bright with rain ending the old year. Lincoln lawmakers convened in Nebraska as Gov elect Sheldon and others prepared for Thursday inaugurations. In Providence the Higgins induction marked the start of state officers’ terms. In Harrisburg the Pennsylvania House chose Frank Clain of Lancaster as Speaker after organizing for the session.
The piece reflects on devotion to party business and secret society as marks of true patriotism. It contrasts expectations for 1907 with memories of 1906 and earlier years, noting how past ideals have endured or waned.
Victoria reports J A Moore of Benttlen promising iron works on Quatsine sound near a bog iron deposit. He has invested 100 000 and plans ten works if government bounty is paid. If not, plants will rise to process 100 tonnes daily using bog iron and magnetite with markets seen in the province.
Last night a collision occurred between a Beconday streetcar at James Street and a Lake Union car near James Street. Motorman James G. Brady was thrown back into his car and sustained severe injuries to his base and jaw. One passenger sustained minor injuries.
Sailors aboard the steamship Gregory Merch thwart a dynamite plot on its New York arrival. Conspirators armed with gun cotton and a fuse were halted when the bomb was found before detonation. After boarding, the assailants clashed with sailors, resulting in gunfire and injuries.
A collision left a person injured with injuries reported as serious. Details on the incident location, vehicle types, and exact condition were not provided in the fragment. Authorities are investigating the crash.
Nurses at Pacific Hospital under Mr EB M Day toasted the year with a New Year dinner. other hospitals and jails shared meals and cheer. Police officers traded cigars as Chief Wappenstein vowed to keep up tough enforcement. officials joked about fashion, real estate, and press relations. Detectives contemplated stage careers and media shyness.
Seattle Day activities open with efforts to sell stock certificates for the Christian Endeavor convention set for July. Nationwide societies participate as thousands of engraved certificates are offered as souvenirs to delegates and supporters. Local efforts continue through church headquarters and J B Thomas & Co on Cherry Street.
Charles K. Hughes was inaugurated today as governor of New York. He delivered the shortest inauguration speech in the state's history. His message to the legislature will be sent tomorrow. A crowd gathered despite cold weather as the new administration began.
Seattle team shows confidence ahead of the football game with Multnomah today following their victory over Portland men last night in athletic events. A large crowd anticipated exciting sport and beaches team strives to capture honors.
The 1900 annual report shows total street improvement spending of 137,472.96. It notes 1,568,070.06 from abutting property owners and 168,092.80 from the city general fund for grading sewers water mains paving and planking and work completed or under contract.
Statistics by Labor Commissioner Arthur Grout show the bureau provided 97 449 people with work in the past year at a minimum cost of 426 per person. Expenses totaled 1 600 and the number of workers exceeds last year by 24 percent. The Grout report will go to the mayor for the annual review.
Lewn Tow, a Chinese cook, becomes the first man treated as the new year begins after an incident in which he fired his revolver in a moment of distress. He shouted wildly before police moved in and Ton’s arrest followed.
A L Hall extends New Year wishes to friends and customers and thanks them for general patronage during the past year. Address: 1111 First Ave.
An old style advertisement touts Olympic Market between First and Second avenues on Pike Street promising lower meat bills and inviting customers to try the store, located opposite Bon Marche.
In Tonopah the weigh in shows Gans and Herman at 194 and 192 pounds respectively as crowds gather in frigid air. Bets favor Gans at 2 to 1 and $100 bets against a 29 round fight circulate while officials plan a late afternoon ring appearance.
The Brotherhood of American Yeomen will hold an officer installation at Columbia Hall 1414 Seventh Ave tomorrow evening. District Manager F A Case will install Worthy Foreman J A Boucher Master of Ceremonies G H Mattison Correspondent A Christie Chaplain Mrs Rose Berger Master of Accounts George Sharp Overseer P A Farknarson. A post installation program will follow with a Yeomanry address by Judge O K B Sauter a reading by Foreman J H Boucher and a medical program.
The Southern Pacific announces a new train from Portland at 11 30 p m with three daily departures. It promises fast time excellent service and scenic views for health and pleasure resorts. Tickets at Union Ticket Office 608 Firat av HK Ellie general agent.
Mr Geo H Woodhouse thanks patrons after a year of support at 112 University Street Arcade building. Announcement notes Mike Doyle's liquor selection on Secondary Street in Seattle and extends new year greetings.
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