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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1908
Page
7
In Madrone hall last night Mayor Wayor Moore defended his tenure, citing strict city enforcement, quotes about upholding law and morals, and opposition from those favoring lax rules. He stated he would explain how city problems were solved and urged electors to judge his record.
A church at Fourthay and Virg Wnleed was robbed of $1 000 in goods including carpet, doors, windows and fixtures over three weeks. Patrolman Loeser arrested a suspect after the thefts. Some plunder was recovered from dealers the thief sold to.
Old friends send messages to F Miller from Booth Rend Ind and South Bend Ind endorsing his bid for Seattle mayor. The notices report Republican club backing and a St Joseph County Democratic society resolution supporting action. Arthur Jordan referenced in the context.
Organizing efforts combine two Miller clubs in the Second ward meeting at Oltman’s hall led by Col. George D. Sparrow. Mr. Miller to attend and speak, with supporters to publicize the campaign on the east side. A bigger rally is planned at Renton Hill clubhouse with speakers John F. Miller B Hughes PD Hughes and John Higeina to boost Miller’s bid.
Hiram U Wooden, a republican city treasurer candidate, lost his job after attempting to mix politics with business. City Treasurer Russell severed the connection as Wooden left to rally political support, returning to find his desk filled and his payroll vacancy.
Northern city residents protest to the corporations committee over Beattie Electric's request to extend the deadline for completing the Wallingford Avenue line. The February 18 completion target may be missed unless the extension is granted, risking a new franchise under the city charter. Protest warns of wage-cutting implications amid pressure from the company’s influence.
The New York Republican county committee failed to endorse Gov. Hughes for president after a stormy three hour session. Debate grew bitter. an adjournment for a month followed with only routine business completed. Supporters of Hughes clashed with Taft allies and opponents of any endorsement at this time.
George F. Reensell told Beattie voters he will maintain strict law enforcement and crack down on graft. He pledged careful scrutiny of public funds to ensure every dollar buys value and to reduce incompetence and extravagance in city affairs.
A wrestling match set for next Thursday at the Grand Opera House features Dr. J. F. Roller of Seattle versus Farmer Burns, former world champion. The bout is for 590 dollars per side plus 76 percent of gate receipts, catch-as-catch-can, two out of three falls.
Cornelius Hagerty seeks damages in superior court after filing an answer to BE HK Hall's suit on a Mag fy 4 home in Lake Hagorty. He alleges structural defects include an uneven center floor, buckled basement timbers, misaligned doors and plumb lines, and an unfinished upper level, blaming improper framing and roofing support by the contractor.
The Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers association will reiterate its stance at the January 25 Seattle meeting that overtures from business representatives to end the rate fight will be rejected. Prominent lumbermen say the salt has advanced too far with the Interstate Commerce Commission, and bankers in Seattle with a New York attorney have reviewed the case and support a continued campaign. Officers will likely remain unchanged at the January 26 annual session.
A conference among city engineers police and park board members and a clearing house representative aims to create public works to employ the unemployed. A plan proposes turning Thirty fourth avenue south into a boulevard from the pumping station to Frink's park using wheelbarrow labor.
J Higgins a laborer fell 25 feet into a basement at the First M D church under construction and was badly hurt He is hospitalized at Seattle General with a broken rib and extensive bruising The accident occurred while he worked on the upper portion of the structure In New York Jan 14 resolutions pledging support for William J Bryan were adopted at Cooper Union by the Progressive Democratic league last night.
Mrs. Lissie Newman of 1012 East Thomas Street vanished after visiting her parents at 2402 Pacific Ave Tacoma and seeing her husband O H Newman in Seattle. She left for Tacoma Tuesday and has not been seen since.
Pittsburg United Press reports Pittsburg Steel orders restart of wire rod and tube mills at Monessen Pennsylvania affecting about 2000 workers. Baltimore Steel to resume rolling mills and blast furnaces Monday with about 600 employees back on the job.
The jury in the J H Tansy murder trial failed to reach a verdict after deliberating since midnight, and Judge Cook discharged them. McCartney was shot after an altercation when Tansy refused to go to his den. A connected attorney accused a juror who stood out.
A large blaze in Baltimore gutted the Masonic temple early today, causing about 250000 dollars in damage. Authorities report the fire possible accidental origin and evacuation orders were issued as crews fought the flames. The incident follows a retrial announcement by the district attorney in a separate acquittal case amid tampering and arrest threats.
The American torpedo flotilla is expected to arrive in Rio de Janeiro momentarily after passing Cape Frio this morning. The reconnaissance indicates the fleet's advance toward the Brazilian port as a strategic movement in the region.
Fred Rexinger again seeks a council seat from the Thirteenth Ward on the Republican ticket after withdrawing a prior candidacy declaration. In Victoria B C a derelict Swift trio Beacon and Bank Tmoy were reported ashore near Cape Flattery with a tug sent for rescue.
Washington Jan 17 the house committee on territories reports the Humphrey Alaska game bill unanimously Gov Hog atteds Humphrey at the hearing noting bipartisan interest in game measures and wildlife management.
A party of invited residents from Seattle will travel to Victoria on Monday for the formal opening of the Canadian Pacific Railway company’s new hotel. The hotel, costing $750,000, is described as equal to any coastal hotel in beauty and design with modern conveniences. AH Calder will escort the group as local agent, and Stewart Gordon will manage the hotel with ground floor amenities including a lounging room palm room dining room and hall finished in paneled oak.
Archduke Ferdinand IV Grand Duke of Tuscany died in Salsburg Austria on January 17. His death marks the end of a prominent European noble line and prompts official mourning and state notices from royal houses.
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