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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1908

Page

6

Want Ads Rates and Agencies in The Star

Classified ad rates listed for telephone insertions seven words per line at one cent per word. Minimum ad charge twenty cents. Agencies named: Downtown Kennedy Drug Co First Ave and Cherry Ballard Agency P J Mullen 221 Ballard Ave Opp City Hall Main Office Seventh Ave between Union and University. The Star disclaims accuracy for telephone ads.

Kennedy Drug Co Ballard P. J Mullen Ballardavy City Hall Pallard Union University Star

Canadian Bank of Commerce and Associated Lenders Mentioned

An OCR fragment lists financial entities including a Canadian Bank of Commerce head office in Toronto with extensive branch presence in Canada and the United States. It mentions loan services for salaried individuals, private money lenders, and photography supplies amid a mix of bank names and suppliers.

Bank Or Commerce Toronto Canada United States

Massachusetts Club Deleuis ArriGers Elect Officers

At a large meeting of the Massachusetts club held at the Alaska rooms last evening officers were unanimously elected for the ensuing year. Names include J. Mumimett president O. H. Carpenter second vice president Howard F Ivant third vice president Judge J. Z. McCafferty fourth vice president W. M. Fairbanks fifth vice president E. B. Ategler recording secretary Moncreffe Cameron corresponding secretary Gertrude A Carpenter treasurer Dr. J. Warren Richardson and others. A vote of thanks was given to retiring president A. Warren Gould. A committee was appointed to review club ties with New England, and to report on changing the club to New Holland and lowering dues to broaden membership. The club is said to be in good financial health. The officers plan a St Valentine party at Mrs Harriette B Thiten’s home on the 22nd.

Massachusetts Club Alaska J. Mumimett First View O. H. Carpenter Moncreffe Cameron Gertrude A .Carpenter J. Waren Richardson Harriette 1 Tilton Peter Hettinger Meg Lida R. McKereher Non. Farner Arthur L. Harvey Nettie Harvey Everett Stackpole Baitly P. Hanks Smmittee New Boland Club Beattle Harriette B. Thiten

George Murphy Disqualified From Fifth Ward Nomination

George Murphy, Democratic councilman candidate in the Fifth ward, is ruled ineligible under the ward charter for not meeting the four years continuous residence requirement. He lived in Alaska four years ago and served as a delegates at the national convention, making him unable to qualify.

George Murphy Democratic Councilmank Fifth Ward Murphy Alaska Moore

Looks Bad for Appropriations

United Press reports in Washington that the rivers and harbors bill is in doubt this session. Chairman Tawney faced questions on funding, noting public demand for at least 40 million dollars annually and signaling uncertain prospects for new appropriations.

United Press Washington Tawney

Aged Real Estate and Local Market Fragments

Scattered notes describe Kenton tract sales with $50 down and terms, Alaska hunting notes, fluctuating values and a Seattle land division. Other items include vegetable yields, dairy cows, and a fiscal outlook showing a $86 million deficit and $76 million surplus from the prior year.

Protest Over Time Extension for Wallingford Rail Line

Residents protest the Seattle Electric Company petition to extend the completion time for the Wallingford railway line. The February 18 deadline looms. without extension the franchise lapses. Materials are ready but delays prompt fears of labor market conditions aiding postponement.

Wallingford Seattle Electric Company

Hearst Sued for Libel by New York Times Owner

Adolf Ochs, proprietor of the New York Times, sues William Randolph Hearst and Arthur Brisbane for 40000 dollars claiming Hearst papers printed editorials alleging Ochs was “owned” by August Belmost and influenced the Times political stance. Proceedings delayed by a motion to amend.

United Press New York Adolf Ocha New York Times William Randolph Hearst Arthur Hrtebane Ochs Hearst Ocis August Belmost

Woodruff Fails to Appear at the U

Henry Woodruff star of Brown of Harvard in a Moore theatre engagement did not speak at the University of Washington as arranged. He sent word that his illness would not prevent completing his run here this week.

Henry Woodruff Brown Harvard Moore Theatre Washington Mr. Woodruff

Complaint Filed Against Donohue and Prendergrant for Fake Pretenses

A complaint issued by the prosecuting attorney charges architect P. J. Donohue and Daniel Prendergrant with obtaining money under false pretenses. Peter Bartell, the complainant, says the defendants collected for a model intended for a bootblack stand at 1901 First Ave., misrepresenting payment conditions.

Prosecuting Attorney's Office P. J. Donohue Daniel Prendergrant Peter Bartell First Av

Injured Italiana Seeks $1000 From City After Electric Shock

Fillippo Mascolloo, an Italiana, was injured January 1 after contacting a live wire in the city lighting system and has filed a $1,000 damage claim against the city.

Fillippo Mascolloo

Conspiracy Charge Involved Youngstown Couple In Insanity Plot

Joseph Vinette and wife Lee Mary Vinette faced arrest on charges of conspiring with a boy who feigned insanity to fraudulently claim damages from Seattle Electric through an accident involving Carl Windell a minor. Windell underwent extensive psychiatric examination before authorities alleged the Vinettes planned the deception. Mrs Vinette had disappeared and no further details were provided.

Joseph Vinette Youngstown Sheriffa Vanderveer Aity Vinetggs Windell

Heney Springs A Sensation in Lands Fraud Trial

In Port aN Ore January a sensational turn emerged as prosecutors announced that John H Hall may face a separate trial from co defendants Edwin P Mays Franklin P Mays W W Steiner and others charged with conspiracy to defraud the government of public lands. The decision colors rumors of possible confessions while Heney declined to confirm or deny the speculation.

United Prose Port An Ore Jan John H. Hall Franklin P. Mays P. Mays W. W Steiner C. . Zachary H. HM. Hendricka Public Lands Proscutor Heney Hall Oth Ers Edwin P. Mays Franklin P Mays Steiner Heney Neto

Suit Over Piano Held by Moving Company

H. B. George sues Beking Moving & Storage Co in superior court to recover possession of a piano valued at 1500 dollars. He says the firm overcharged from an agreed 25 dollars to 40 dollars and refused credit, driving off with the piano and threatening sale unless the extra 15 dollars is paid.

Sues Storage Company H. BR. George Beking Moving & Storage Co George West Seattle George Asnerta

Naturalization challenge tests declaration age rule

The local superior court will hear arguments over whether a foreigner who filed declaration papers before age twenty-one can receive citizenship without a second declaration. Assistant Dykeman represents foreign-born residents denied citizenship while Attorney Bialliett for the government argues declarations must be signed after turning 21.

Bialliett

Wave editor election stirs University of Washington

The Pacific Wave faces a partisan clash as Harold Birkett of the Independence League seeks the editor's chair next Friday. Walter Dunbar and Abe Hurwitz accuse editor John W. Campbell of steering the paper for personal political ends while staff members dispute the nomination and support.

Pacific Wave University of Washington Independence League Harold Birkett Wave Walter Dunbar Abe Hurwitz Birkett Hurwitz John W. Campbell

Range fight is quite probable as sheep move to Utah

Montrose sheep owners bid to protect 20 000 head. 200 armed guards accompany stock toward winter range in Utah. They arrived within two miles of Grand Junction after appeals to officials failed and skirmishers patrol the route for signs of hostilities from cattlemen.

United Press Grand Junction Colo Mesa Delta Counties Montrose Utah

List of Names From Silent Page

Yonetech Owamoto aged 25 of Owamoto California and Taki Kouchiyama 18 of Japan and Martin Joseph Dooley legal and Margaret McNimey le gal city and Albert Bellando 28 and Mareherita Angelin 27 Mack Diamond Theodore W Schmidt 49 and Marie Kucksach 51 city and Christian J Tokle 38 and Inger K Kekstrom 23 Seattle.

Yonetech

Labor Council to hear report on AFL delegate work

The Central Labor Council will tonight hear the report of State Organizer C. O. Young detailing his duties as a delegate to the American Federation of Labor.

Central Labor Council C. O. Young American Federation of Labor

Washington Fire Insurance Licensed in California

The Washington Fire Insurance company has been licensed to operate in California, extending its regulatory clearance to provide fire insurance services within the state. This licensing confirms formal authorization by state authorities.

The Washington Fire Insurance Company California Ore

Appeal Scheduled for Doctor Thompson Case

Attorney FE. J. Brown will appear before the supreme court tomorrow to argue the appeal of Dr. Er. G. Thompson who was convicted in the lower court of practicing medicine without a license.

FE. J. Brown Supreme Court Er. G. Thompson

Hoarded Money Again in Circulation

A newspaper item notes timid citizens opening savings accounts as funds emerge from hiding. It cites loss of interest driving folks to safer banks and 4 percent returns from H. O. Shuey & Co. Bankers, established ten years ago with a reputation for safety and conservative policy.

H. O. Shuey & Co Ove

Russell's Headquarters Opened by City Treasurer Candidate

George P. Kuanell Republican mayoral candidate opened his campaign headquarters today in the former Russell birthplace site. The hometown location, now under one roof with the Sullivan Building on First Ave, ties his early life to Seattle roots as he campaigns.

George P. Kuanell Museell Carly Firatav

Funeral for popular Seattle newsboy Mary Atterd

Nathan Conroy died Sunday and was buried today with 70 to 80 newsboys attending the services and interment. He was a popular newsie on Seattle streets and many schools excused students to attend. Floral tributes were abundant, with a cross from the NewFlowers. The funeral proceeded to Calvary Cemetery where pallbearers Charlie Gibbons Pete Hinckley Carl McGinais and Tom Kelly carried the casket.

Nathan Conroy Seattle Calvary Newaboys Charlie Gibbons Pete H. Hinckley Carl Se MecGinais Tom Kelly

Miller campaigns spark three city meetings this evening

John F. Miller, Republican mayoral candidate, campaigns at three Seattle events tonight. In Dugdale's hall Rainier Beach Improvement Club meets, Ballard hosts Thirteenth ward Miller supporters organizing a Miller club, and Hibernian hall hosts Ninth and Yesler Second ward Republicans backing Miller with several noted leaders set to speak. Tomorrow E C Hughes leads Fifth ward Republicans in Acme building.

John F. Miller Rainier Beach Acme John Ottman’s Hall

Evans Officers Entertained at Rio Executive Palace

Flag officers and senior captains from Rear Admiral Evans’ fleet of 16 warships are guests of President Penna at the executive palace in Rio de Janeiro. Ambassador Dudley will host a garden party for all officers, as Brasilian officers and merchants mingle with the American sea fighters.

United Press No DE Janeiro Evans Penna Dudley Will

City Collects Rentals for Third Avenue Widening

The city has collected over 2,500 in rents for portions of buildings along Third Avenue. Under a Supreme Court ruling, the city may take its share as an offset against interest on condemnation warrants while buildings remain until removal for the street widening, estimated to yield about 500 monthly.

Thirday Supreme Court

Contempt Hearing in Dr Augustus Holcomb Case Held

The morning session addressed contempt proceedings against Dr. Augustus Holcomb. Readers learn of remedies including Ecrema and Soap Lake Salve available at druggists, suggesting common medicinal products of the era.

Augustus Holcomb

Alimony Dispute Highlights Court Action

A legal notice notes ongoing court action over alimony payments. The case involves a man referred to as Coomb and alleges failure to pay the alimony awarded in a prior judgment, with details continuing to unfold at the superior court.

Coomb

Barbecue Planned as Ships Arrive in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles a barbecue and wild entertainment are planned to accompany the arrival of Admiral Evans and his battalion, promising a festive welcome for the ships upon their arrival.

Los Angeles Cal Evans’ Batt

Pioneer Piano sale draws crowd with used and new models

Local ad promotes a piano sale featuring Kimball and Stevin cabinets, Kaabes and Cable models. Customers urged to attend early as morning deals may sell out. mentions various brands and a broad selection of slightly used instruments.

Pioneer Kimballs Stevin M. Cables Kaabes W Stones Johnston Co Thingy

Wit ow ner inin jaar par Juain' Wate ort

Fragmentary OCR yields a brief, unclear note. Readable facts include a place name and dates that appear garbled. The text suggests a local notice or item with minimal coherent details and no identifiable events or persons.

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