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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1909
Page
7
City committee considers a measure to ban unsightly sideshows near Exposition grounds and University areas. Despite public demand for precan measures, the ordinance to prohibit overnight shacks was laid over for a week as lawmakers clash over property rights and local authority.
Ralph B. Sawyer sues for divorce in superior court claiming marriage began December 25 1907 and alleges extreme cruelty. He says his wife attends dances with other men, talks with them on the telephone, and frequently returns home late without explanation.
New York January 7. Star Special Service reports actress Mary Anderson explains she traded a glamorous stage career for a real home and family. She says her emotions are now genuine and life is happy with her husband Antonio de Navarro of England and two children.
Chief Ward orders strict enforcement of the city ordinance requiring occupants of residences facing a street to remove snow and ice from sidewalks. Patrols will ensure compliance to minimize pedestrian accidents.
A January blizzard strikes Prince Rupert halting steam traffic as ice closes the harbor. Tugboats battle the gale and a steamer runs aground while authorities report ongoing navigation disruptions. In Olympia Frank M. Dalim is named secretary of the railroad commission. In Francisco, police search for jewel thief Hen Goodman accused of embezzling jewelry worth unspecified sums.
Prices paid to producers listed for Western av area include live poultry per pound dressed veal per pound and different cattle and hog rates. Local ranch prices show dressed veal and large steer values while sheep and lamb figures appear with per pound rates. St Helens steamer arrived in San Pedro with lumber from Mukilteo yesterday.
The New York State society will meet tonight at Egan's Dramatic Hall on First Avenue and Cherry. The New York State Fair commission is expected to be present. A good program is scheduled. All former New Yorkers are invited.
Secretary Harris reports Mayor Miller forwarded resolutions to Boullion to report remedies for Seattle Electric car overcrowding. Mayor endorses Hanson’s bill to make pool selling a felony. Mt Baker Park Improvement Club backs the bill. Stevens Women’s Relief Corps to install officers Saturday. Rainier Heights Improvement Club meets tomorrow at Oltman’s Hall.
At the national commission meeting in Cincinnati the Brooklyn club plans to seek Jimmy Sebring restoration. If approved Sebring would manage the Brooklyn club of the National League, with the outlaw player facing a potential fine.
A Penny Magazine tale recounts Tompkins near death who recovers after doctors and a nurse aid him. He asks the nurse to marry him, but she reveals affection is part of his treatment and jokes about a patient with missing legs.
The Beattle Commercial Club plans reciprocal relations with over eighty nationwide commercial organizations. Members receive club privileges when showing their membership card at any visiting club.
Missouri remains the leading tobacco producer with 71,212,212 pounds produced in the fiscal year, surpassing North Carolina which trails in second place by a wide margin.
In Portland Oregon United States Senator C W Fulton writes to an Oregon legislator that he has decided to withdraw from the race to succeed Fulton Gov George H Chamberlain and his followers expect no fight when the legislature meets next Monday. Fulton sent similar letters to other supporters after pledges to back Chamberlain.
Carolina Bregonze filed for divorce from L C Bregonse in superior court. She requests alimony of 100 dollars a month and control of the Georgetown saloon and restaurant at 209 Rainier Ave. An order restrains the husband from interfering in business until the hearing set for January 15.
Mt. Baker Park Improvement Club representing Mt. Baker and nearby residents unanimously endorsed and urged passage of the Starana ordinance on streetcar capacity. A physician questioned why the health department does not require regular disinfection of streetcars, noting government standards for hog sanitary conditions.
Alonzo E. B. Horton, founder of the city of San Diego and known as Father, died at a sanitarium in San Diego after a short illness. He was unconscious for several days and died at age 95.
Phillip F Kelley, 602 Boylston Ave North, is seriously ill at his home. He is a prominent figure and vice president of Kelley Clarke Co. The Fraternal Aid association invites members to a dance at 2715 Jackson Ave next Wednesday evening. The Women’s Auxiliary of the Pennsylvania society will meet at 2 pm tomorrow at Mrs. Chas N Winger’s home 220 15th Ave North.
The Steamer Shawmut arrived from Quartermaster Harbor after maintenance. Col B L Drake arrived from San Francisco and Portland exited after overhaul. M Phelps finished tow to Clallam Bay with a malt meal cargo. Tug Hercules headed to San Francisco towing the St James from Tacoma. Mrs Margaret Zane Wicher elected county clerk in Salt Lake County Utah on the Republican ticket.
A model BA card from W L Mustard promotes his saloon with a provocative appeal. He claims liquor will ruin families and communities yet acknowledges a license and public support, inviting neighbors to overlook moral warnings while citing offending consequences and criminal outcomes as examples of his customer base.
W L Mustard of the Model Saloon in Washtucna Washington replies to inquiries about circulating business cards. He notes the cards reach pulpits and towns, boosting patrons and debate over liquor advertising in Eastern Washington. He urges using cards despite moral objections, asserting advertising increases saloon patronage and local interest.
A wagon driver burst into the office, angered by jokes about the cold weather. He warned the reporter not to mock wagoners and said wagon driving is no joke for those bringing coal, then left abruptly, leaving the incident with the reporter to ponder.
Frank Reicher known for The Van Dyck at the Orpheum joins Martin Beck as general stage director for Becks new vaude devolopment project. Reicher outlines duties to stage Beck owned plays. Beck plans a new New York office building and a small theatre on Barrington House premises.
A dealer lists representative items from January Sale tables: sheets and pillow cases at $0.17 each, Bleached Damask Pattern Cloths in multiple sizes priced from $2.95 to $8.25, napkins sold per dozen from $1.65 to $7.65, and Bleached Damask options in 22x22 to 26x26 sizes. First Floor.
Postmaster discusses station insufficiency with University and city officials. He urges changes at several substation locations after visiting the University station. Trustees of the Children's Orth Hospital are set to meet at 10 am at the Chamber of Commerce rooms.
Hoquiam reports a severe cold wave forcing logging camps in the Grays Harbor district to shut down until weather moderates. The icy conditions halt work and slow regional operations, with crews awaiting warmer forecasts.
Rainier Clothing Store announces an annual clearance starting Saturday at 9 o clock. Overstocked Fall and Winter goods including clothing hats shoes and men's furnishing goods will be sacrificed at less than half price. This sale aims to set a new price record at 1104 1st ave so.
A bill would create a retirement and pension system for teachers. It would require a monthly per capita assessment from teachers’ wages to fund the association and retirement board. Funds would be loaned only as first mortgages on improved farm land, with five volunteer board members and school board approval.
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