This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1917
Page
2
A 63 year old man, H. C. Knudson, left his home at 806 West Gist Street after placing 175 in his pocket. His wife reports him missing and has asked police to locate him. The missing man is believed to be the head of the household budget.
Juan T. Burns the Mexican consul general in New York was arrested on January 3 on charges of conspiracy to violate American laws and evade orders by aiding shipments of arms and ammunition into Mexico. He allegedly conspired with Louis Gotting and two other employees of an exporting firm to ship war materiel. Burns is held on $10,000 bail.
In San Francisco on January 3, District Attorney Fickert disclosed letters from The Blast newspaper office showing Mrs. J. Sergeant Cram, a wealthy New York woman, finances the Mooney defense. Alexander Herkman, editor of The Blast, runs the defense and drew Mrs. Cram into the case with attorneys W Hourke Cochran of New York and Maxwell McNutt of San Francisco.
Thomas J Mooney the alleged mastermind of the suitcase bomb plot entered Grif fins court as chief defendant in a case seen as the citys most sensational criminal trial in years He faces murder charges and is linked to the July 22 bombing that killed ten and injured sixty Also present was defense counsel W Bourke Cockran famed for the McNamara cases
Regents urge addition of a Northwest school at the University of Washington focusing on the second greatest state industry. They ask for a college of commerce, expanded summer session, pre medical and aviation programs, marine instruction, and continued tuition with funds to the building fund. A mileage appropriation of 1,777,210 is recommended.
Portland Jan 3 The Willamette Iron and Steel Company posts $16000 to deter steel strikers. President B C Hall says the money will be divided among employers if the company signs any agreement with the strikers during 1917. Pickets urge workers to join the unionists, warning strikebreakers face exclusion.
The local committee of the State Federation of Labor schedules a large turnout for the annual convention on January 22 in the city. Speakers include Gov. Lister State Labor Commissioner Younger James K. Bradford of Seattle and President E O Holland of the State college on vocational training.
The Ladies' Musical club announces a Julia Culp concert at the Moore theatre on January 6 with pianist Coenraad V. Hos. Both artists are familiar to Seattle music enthusiasts and bring a high standard of performance.
George Lavigne, manager of the Savoy grill, was fined $100 by Judge Gordon for violation of the dry law. Fritz Weach, a Walter, facing similar charge, had his case taken under advisement. W H King, hotel manager, to be tried next week.
Dr. Robert C. Givler of the University of Washington will lecture on the Psychology of Salesmanship and R. R. Fox of Simonds Manufacturing Co. will speak on The Value of Training to Salesmen at o'clock tomorrow night in the Y M C A auditorium. Alfred Mahony has earned his father's displeasure by staying in the parlor of a father's house for the winter.
Mrs. Corey Mabelle Gilman wife of the former United States Steel executive returned from Europe shaken by a mysterious illness. She nursed wounded soldiers in her French castle before sailing home. OR E Atwood pleaded guilty to killing Dr Harris and received a life sentence for harming his fiancée.
After each meal and at bedtime take a tablespoonful of the following home made medicine used all over the United States noted for its remarkable relief. Syrup of Fera perula to rts Compound and On Simple Bush P pint. This recipe formerly called for whisky but the simple elixir is very much better. Published by Medical Formula Laboratory Dayton C. The ingredients specified can be procured from any good drug store.
An advertisement promises to cure dandruff by applying about four ounces of plain liquid arvon at night. Repeats the claim that several applications will dissolve and destroy all signs of dandruff, stop itching, and leave hair fluffy glossy and soft.
Zemo offers instant relief from eczema blotches ringworm rashes and similar skin troubles. Sold in drug stores for 25 cents or large bottles for 1.00 it cleanses heals and soothes without greasiness, claimed by The BE W. lore Co Cleveland O.
The Multnomah, a McCormick Steamship Co. steamer, sails Thursday January 4 for all California ports. Fares listed: San Francisco 14 dollars 12 cents, Los Angeles 21 dollars 17 cents, San Diego 1 cent. Meals and passenger amenities are noted as exceptional and reservations are advised. Milwaukee ticket office at Second Ave and Cherry St, phone Elliott 4812.
An explanation distinguishes cod liver oil emulsions from extracts. Emulsions contain real oil and have medical endorsement, while extracts lack oil and can mislead consumers. The ad cites Pools Mimuleton claims including Norwegian cod liver oil and additives, with endorsements by physicians and retailers.
The council approves placing two bond measures on the March ballot. A $450 000 arterial highway improvement fund and a $275 000 Montlake boulevard bridge over the Lake Washington canal are proposed. Other park and bridge plans are rejected or not submitted. University district residents and students back swift Montlake completion.
Henry House was sentenced by Superior Court Judge Dykeman to one year in jail and a $1000 fine on a petty larceny charge for stealing pennies from newsboys stands. He had prior trips before the police judge and also stole unmailed letters including some from his lawyer J J Swill van.
The Seattle Moving Picture Operators Union voted to provide an operator for Firlands hospital's moving picture machine. An experienced man will be sent at no charge, with the union's business agent confirming the arrangement and urging notice from Firlands.
Court papers from the defense in the Christie hotel murder case ask for a new trial for John Soudas who was convicted of killing Sandie Coleman. The motion argues errors at trial and requests reconsideration by the judge and jury.
A December 29 benefit dance by West Side Hose Companies 29 and 82 raised 171.95 for W. M. Peterson and family. Dalby orchestra provided music. Alki Lodge Free Masons and others donated items and funds, with proceeds from gloves and hat sold profitably.
William Pielow of Pielow Transfer Co. has not surrendered to federal authorities as expected at noon Wednesday. He is the final member of the group indicted in the liquor transportation conspiracy.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.