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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1917
Page
2
Jan. 6 reports from Wood Springs indicate William F. Cody Buffalo Bill has suffered a relapse and is being brought back to Denver where his arrival is anticipated.
Washington officials expressed hope for a satisfactory settlement with Austria in the case of the Austrian shell of the Standard Oil tanker Po soon after Count Tarnowsky, the new Austrian gador, arrives here.
An affidavit from Dr. Gosnell claims the Blanch Coleman death at the Christie hotel was caused by a smaller knife than the one alleged in John Soudas murder case. Superior Judge Dykeman fixes January 26 for new trial argument. Paul Carrigan seeks a long hearing on a special motion day while Prosecutor Lundin opposes delay.
Seattle newspapermen will entertain editors publishers writers and advertising men from all over the state Wednesday evening at a smoker at the Press club. Visitors will attend the fifth annual Washington Newspaper Institute at the state university held under faculty and state press association.
Andrew Jackson of Minneapolis died in a Spokane hospital after a shock upon learning his brother Charles had died in Portland. He had rushed to his bedside after hearing the news.
SUZZALLO writes for Star readers of war with W S C Emotions center on the Washington UW Pullman clash. The Star's summary argues for educational survey reforms to improve efficiency, coordination, and spending in higher education across five state institutions.
Bernard Lewis linked to a spree of bad checks and borrowed money during a Chicago stay about a month ago before heading to New York. W M Stewart of the Flue Goose Inn recalls Lewis as polished yet deceitful, noting a second unnamed woman connected to his actions and denying disclosure of that name.
Berlin Jan 6 correspondent reports that in Washington congress debates on American international relations after the peace notes show belief in some quarters that the United States and its allies are gradually drifting together rather than seeking cooperation with neutrals for peace.
Perlin, Jan. 6 Now is the winter of the taxicab's discontent. Recently imposed regulations impose a $15 fine on persons using taxis for pleasure, including theatre trips, cutting into the drivers’ long relied revenue stream.
John F E Savage proprietor of the New Cecil hotel and two employees George Kura and Charlie Mahida were fined 190 dollars each by Police Judge Gordon Friday night. Attorney Vanderveer gave notice of appeal and bonds were set at 500 dollars.
L. V. Westerman was elected president of Seattle Aerie No. 1 Fraternal Order of Eagles at the annual election. Thomas W Moore made a life member. F. Jh Hamilton named vice president. Frank Dowd secretary for the 16th year. Al Ball treasurer. Plans discussed to send the Eagles band and drill team to the Buffalo convention in August. Seattle may host the Eagles’ convention in 1918. About eight hundred members attended the banquet after the meeting.
Police plans seek two new captains and two liberated lieutenants to supervise eight hour patrols at Central station. Chief Beckingham asks for emergency $1600 for January dry squad work as Mayor Gills backs the proposal.
Sheriff Bob Hodge dismisses a $1000 campaign funds offer allegation as false and says he can account for all campaign expenditures. He claims rumors about liquor distribution are unfounded and announces a planned vacation followed by a partnership with Judge William Bell and Gilmour Doble.
Berkelely January report from Dr. T B Robertson of the University of California says tethelin a pituitary fluid controlling growth has been isolated. He claims it may retard or accelerate growth and could in time enable control of human stature and cancer growth in experiments.
Arrivals include the Sado Maru from Hongkong at 2 15 PM and the Manila Maru from Hongkong at 1 15 PM. The Wil lis A Holden from Port Pirie is listed with Sept 18 via Port Town send in tow by tug Richard Holyoke. Admiral Farragut and Eureka from Tacoma are noted arrival times 6 PM and 5 30 PM. Morning Star from Vancouver RB C arrives at 9 30 AM.
The Itsumushima Maru bound for Yokohama and Kobe sails at 12 30 p m. The Umatilla bound for Tacoma sails at 2 15 p m. The brief item lists vessels and their departure times from Umatilla.
Minneapolis steel man George L Gillette said today that articles of steel bought three years ago may sell for more than the original price despite wear. He explained the high cost of steel as the reason.
A Portland jury convicted a man on murder charges for killing John Lind and packing the body in a trunk that later surfaced in the Willamette River in 1916. The verdict closes a long-gestating case tied to historic riverfront crime.
The ad lists cheap first class fares to California with routes to San Francisco Los Angeles and San Diego. Two fast liners are booked to sail Sunday January 7 and Monday January 8 for all California ports. Reservations are urged at the Milwaukee ticket office Second Ave and Cherry Street Elliott 4812.
Secretary of the Navy Daniels declares American bids on high projectiles for the navy are outrageous and notes the government armor plate board is also developing plans for a government projectile, signaling potential state control.
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