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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1907
Page
7
Hill Beats Rival In State Rail Battle Echo
Jan 15 report states the court ruled the Portland and Seattle line condemns a right of way across Harriman lands in the Columbia valley. Mantyin and Harriman backed the HI road in the state event, deciding the rail route dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Evert
Portland
Seathe
Harriman's
Columbia Valley
Street Committee Considers Maloney Nomination
The Street Committee weighs whether Maloney’s appointment requires a new nomination within ten days or holds until council action. If a new nomination is needed, Mayor suggests Charles L. Fey as potential appointee, currently ex-president of the Carpenters' union and Central Labor Council member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maloney
Chas. L. Fey
Carpenters’ Union
Central Labor Council
How to Measure a Perfect Face According to Artists
The article explains methods used by artists to judge beauty by dividing the head into equal segments. It details proportions from crown to chin and the arrangement of eyes nose and mouth to claim a perfectly proportioned front face.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armen
Chiberg Leads Officials to Olympia for Exposition Funding
BK Chiberg president of the Alaska Yukon Pacific exposition and A P Bawyer with J T Ronald of the State University board of regents leave tomorrow for Olympia to urge the legislature to page bills appropriating funds quickly. Faster passage aims to secure state and later regional funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BK Chiberg
A. P. Bawyer
J. T. Ronald
Board of Regents
The
State University
Olympia
Aasset
Acreage Goes for 48000 At Renton Junction
The two acres known as the Sandal ranch at Renton Junction sold to A. T. Van de Vanter for 45000. The high price suggests locals expect a large factory to be built soon on the tract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandal
Renton Junction
A. T. van de Vanter
Brewing firm safe cracked in Portland
The Mount Hood Brewing company safe was cracked during the night in Portland Oregon. About $4,000 was secured from the safe. The incident is reported by Scripps Telegraph Service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scripps Telegraph Service
Portland
Ore
Motmt Hood Brewing Company
Corner Sold for 45000 in Alaska City Deal
W G Reneld of Ronald and Piles sold the southeast double corner of Eighth Ave and Cherry St to Dr Alfred Raymond for 45000. Purchasers were A A and S W Sutherland. Alaska dignitaries arrived aboard the Cottage City including H M Lall B M Behrends T R Lyons A B Palmer and E T Willard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Reneld
Ronald & Piles
Eighth Av
Cherry St
A. A
S. W. Sutherland
Alfred Raymond
Cottage City
Gunnison
H. M. Lall
B M. Behrends
Juneau
T. R. Lyons
A. B. Palmer
Dawson
ET. Willard
Eagle City
Subsidy Bill Defeated in Senate Committee
A bill to subsidize merchant marine operations was defeated in a Senate committee today. The motion failed by a party line vote, ending any immediate push for the subsidy in this session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scripps T Service
Senate
House Committee On Merchant Marine and Fisheries
Coal Shortage Halts Trains and College Classes
In Walla Walla and surrounding areas coal shortages halted rail service and disrupted college classes. Trains were reduced as seven tons of coal were diverted to critical needs while schools held limited meetings amid shortages. Funeral services for Louis E. Were held at the First Presbyterian Church with burial at Lake View Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walla
Wuet
Swatteburs
Walla Wal
Short jacket a season favorite in fashion critique
A fashion notes feature highlights a hip length jacket as a preferred look this season. Described are curved bust seams, back side seams, a circular pleated skirt, and a lightweight gray cheviot with Empire green piping. Ensemble includes white silk lining and a black astrakhan toque.
Street Car System 18 In A Bad Way
Street car service deteriorates as generator at Poet Street power house breaks down. Puget Sound Electric operates lines to Renton and Tacoma, running on half the usual frequency due to wet batteries. Georgetown plant water frozen, Electron plant power diminished by cold. Sneak Thieves Take Jewelry From Second Hand Store. Thieves entered N Gershenovich's shop at 214 Railroad Ave and stole cheap jewelry early morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poet St
Feattle
Puget Sound Electric Company
Renton
Tacoma
Georgetown
Electron
N. Gershenovich
Railroad A.v
Christian Endeavor Monthly Meeting Tonight at First Presbyterian
The Christian Endeavor committee holds its monthly meeting this evening at the First Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Flea and Mrs. Bedbug exchange light banter as Jo Kor notes humor in the moment.
Are Schools 10 Close
At 2 pm Secretary Jones of the school board said coal at the high school and Olympic and Walla Walla schools was exhausted with no immediate supply. Several other schools were low and a general closing of schools was threatened if coal was not received by morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Olympic and
Walla Walla
Olympic
Mail Train Delays Plague Northern Pacific Route
Northern Pacific trains remain delayed with several services running hours behind schedule. The North Coast Limited and Twin City Express from Seattle to St Paul are late, Spokane and Portland trains have not arrived by afternoon, and the Oriental Limited and Fast Mail miss the morning targets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific Railroad
North Conet Limited
Burlington & St. Paul
Twin City
Seattle
St. Peal
Spokane
Portland
Great Northern Tealo
Oriental Limited
St. Paul
Fast Mall
Arctic whaler Captain Newth sentenced to one day jail
Captain J. Newth, an Arctic whaler, was indicted by the federal grand jury and pleaded not guilty. Judge Hanford found him guilty and sentenced him to one day in the county jail due to his age of 63 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Newth
Laai Federal Grand Jury
Bekinew Aoe
Hanford
Newth
Cedar River water system contracts approved by board
The board reviewed the Cedar River water system catenaion plans and approved them. Bids were set to be handed to the secretary by February. Contracts from Adem & Co 84,35250 and Coast Concrete Walk Co 16,954 were noted. Protests against a stable at Fourth and Vine were tabled and numerous permits for telephone poles, sewers, and conduits were approved under new terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackeon
BM. Youngs
Ewing
Cedar Rf
Adem & Co
KE Spring St
Coast Congrete Walk Company
Fourth and Vine
Begin .W.C.A. Terms February 4 At YWCA
All classes at the YWCA will start February 4 with the new term. The program includes education practical work and athletics and the schedule relative to the term will be issued this week. Many new names are being handed in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.C.A
Jury Returns Verdict for Defendant in Burns v. Alki Point Transports
The jury found for Alki Point Transports in the damages suit by Burns aged plaintiff alleging injuries at the latter's natatorium. The verdict awarded no damages to Burns. The trial concluded this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burns Age
Alki Point Transports
En Company
Frozen Water Pipes Menace to Seattle Homeowners
Frosty mains threaten homes as many seated households face burst lines and costly repairs. Local officials urge precautions while tradesmen report increased calls for pipe thawing and insulation upgrades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seatilon
Special Train to Bury Child in Calvary Cemetery
The six year old daughter of Henry W. Markey, a Gentile ballet manufacturer, died after a violent incident at home. A Northern Pacific special train will transport Meren Markey from the residence at 1627 12th Ave to Calvary Cemetery for interment. Services from the family home are at 1 oclock tomorrow afternoon. Collins Bros. handle arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific
Meren
Henry W. Markey
Commercial
St. Beller Works
Gentile
Wclock
Columbia St
Calvery Cemetery
Collins Broa
Wagons and Cars Struggle on Verler Way Hill Incident
A coal wagon collapsed on car tracks near Fourth Avenue blocking Yesler area. Passersby retrieved two coal totes while a driver delayed recovery, causing half hour delays in streetcar service. Police forced stalled wagon from tracks amid ongoing disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan
Yesler
Third
Fourth Ave
Shrimp Mania Replaces Peanut Stand in San Francisco
In San Francisco on January 15, a new wave of cheap shrimps hits downtown street corners. The shrimp man undercuts rivals, selling fresh shrimps for six cents a pint, drawing crowds of all ages who now snack on shrimp like peanuts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Royal quarrel rages in Savoy household
Rome reports scandal as Dowager Queen Margherita clashes with Queen Helena over power after King Victor supports his wife. Public disputes trigger boycotts at the Quirinal as Margherita tours America, drawing vast press attention and infuriating Helena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle Star
Rome
Dee
Thrge
Margherita
BI Victor
Helena
Humbert
Victor
Bavoy
Montenegto
Helene
Savoy
Quirinal
America
Illustrated
Bitter Senate Clash and Contests in Olympia
Washington state senators reaction to yesterday’s crushing defeat as power shifts reshape committees. Contests loom over seats held by Cotterill and McCoy with appeals and filings in both houses. A Chehalis reform school band concert charms lawmakers while Olympia endures a cold snap as wives join receptions and dances mark a busier legislative season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Olympia
State Senate
Iink Davis
Pierce
Plunderlund
Coon
Antil
Eneurgenta
Senate
Combine
House
Washington
John T. Welch
Mellowan
Olympia Theater
State Reform School
Chehalis
Capitol
Dolphin to Make Final Trip Before Overhaul
The steamer Dolphin is due to arrive in port Saturday morning from Skagway and will make one more trip before going on the docks for its annual overhaul and metalling of off burners. Steamer Dirigo sails for Skagway Friday with a load of powder and gasoline. Steamer Umatilla sailed this...
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolphin
Port
Skagway
Dirigo
Gail
Umatilla
Gas Pipe Thugs Receive Short Respite
San Francisco dispatch reports that Dabber and Siemeen, convicted gas pipe thugs, were granted brief delays. Dabner’s fate is not due to responsibility because of an old wound that worsened over years. Siemeen received a continuance until Friday to file a bill of exceptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Dabbner
Siemaen
Dabner’s Fa
Ecalates Evert
Siemeen
Driver Arrested for Cruelty to Horses Near Coal Bunkers
Percy Beyer a teamster with the C Rohrer Gravel Teaming company was arrested for cruelty to animals. Humane officers Vaupell and Clark found his two horses had only four shoes between them and the wagon had to be abandoned at Seconday and Yesler due to slippery roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percy Geyer
C. Rohrer Gravel Teaming Company
Vaupell
Clark
Beyer
Seconday
Yesler Way
Identified Dead Man Known From Morning Visit
The deceased, a 54 year old man, was identified by Mrs. Cummings of 222 James Street as someone who often rented a room at her house. Lavette, a name found in morning reports, has relatives in Seattle and the East. The body rests at Batterworth & Sons morgue awaiting relatives instructions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hi. M. Lavette
Cummings
James Sr
Lavette
Seattle
Batterworth & Sons
Emmons Heir After No Will Seems Set for Court Appointed Administrator
Oliver K. Emmons, son of J. W. Emmons, petitioned Judge Albertson to appoint Mike Wright administrator of the estate. Hearing scheduled for Jan. 31. T. W. Emmons, owner of a cigar stand near Mix & Russ saloon on First Ave, held $120 in the People's Savings Bank. He left no will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver K. Emmons
J. W. Emmons
Albertson
Mike Wright
T. W. Emmons
First Nv
People’s Savings Bank
Deputies Reappointed and Clerk Appointed in Justice Court
Prosecuting Attorney Mackintosh announced the reappointment of all deputies with county commissioners’ approval. B. B. Bodwell was named clerk in Justice Carroll's court. A Spinning lamp sale features a Welsbach lamp complete for 59 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atorney Mackintosh
B. B. Bodwell
Justice Carroll
Drifting rowboat found near Taylor's Mill raises Mercer Island mystery
Residents along Lake Washington near Taylor's Mill report a slate color 15 foot rowboat found Saturday night by mill employee H. L. Timmers. The boat contained two seven foot oars and a soldier coat with eight chevrons. Police will investigate whether it signals drowning or foul play. no missing persons reported on Mercer Island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Washington
Taylor's Mill
H. L. Timmers
Timmers
Mercer Island
Turner’s Slayer Buried in Lakeview Cemetery
T. W. Emmons the late murderer of Gen. C. W. Turner and attempted killer of Andy Russell was buried today at Lakeview cemetery. Funeral services were held at 2 pm at Bonney-Watson undertaking parlors. Only the son O. K. Emmons and a few friends followed the body to the Dakota ranch after burial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. W. Emmons
C. W. Turner
Andy Russell
Lakeview Cemetery
Bonney-Watson Undertaking
O. K. Emmons
Dakota Ranch
Also Mentioned on This Page
Dd Te Kom. A
C Haver
JM Hill
Iby
Marion Ashe
Chilberg
E. Camidy
Louis E
Batledlock
Worth & Sons
Rey Feider
Lake
Choice Boys
Beattie
California
Choice Cor Mj Walter
J. Walter Hainsworth
Mietices Bank Povaing
Seaboard
Boston Block
Earle F. Meade
IND
JO Kor
Bury
Italy
Queen Helena
Queen Margherita
Plunderbund
Hutson
Joe Lyons
Cotterill
King County
Maurice Langhorne
Jerry G. Biartup
George McCoy
Lewis County
Uard
J. W. Kleeb
William McGowan
Pacific County
Kleeb
Albert KE. Mead
Renenenevre
Emmons
Turner
G. H. Brown Plumbing Co
Pine
Sranches
Renton Ames D Hoger
Preaiest
Union Savings & Trust Co
Co May
Boma
Cherry Street
Meg Seattian, Wash
McCarthy
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