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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1907
Page
7
A sensational robbery tale involving Mrs. Grover and a missing bathroom key is discounted by neighbors and residents of the Monroe apartments. Investigations find no evidence of a break in or loud disturbance. Mrs. Grover disputes the report and questions the timing and details of the alleged assailants.
In Boire Maho on January 14 Representative Moe McCracken rose and brandished an Oregon Short Line pass claiming it was lent to influence railroad letter votes. The favorable report was amended to take effect immediately and passed by an almost unanimous vote.
A man was fined 190 by the city attorney for brutal choking of Marie Dice. The incident occurred on Jefferson Street after Dice returned with another man who testified to the events surrounding the alleged assault.
A bill introduced in the House by Speaker Lewis seeks repayment of bail money paid by bondsmen after a Spokane gambler known as Toc Browsay "the Owl" fled to Denver and was later captured. The court held bail bondsmen had paid into the state treasury, and funds cannot be paid out until legislative appropriation. The accused was later tried and imprisoned.
A fragmented ad-like clipping markets winter wear and underwear with odd wording and stray prices. It mentions a $200 item, a price around 11.94, and reference to corset covers and Mastin underwear, amid garbled weather talk. The readable bits show a department-store style sales pitch with unclear dates or locations.
A chamber of commerce gathering is held this afternoon to discuss attitudes toward withdrawal from formal reserves. The meeting aims to outline stance and potential actions by local businesses and organizations.
Water pipes will not freeze when installed by H Brown Plumbing Co of 271 Pine St. The firm offers two phones for contact and service.
Vancouver B C chosen as next meeting site by unanimous vote for Northwest Fruit Growers association after the fourteenth annual session. Officers: President B L Smith Hood River Oregon. Secretary Maxwell Smith Vancouver BC. Treasurer W J Brander Vancouver. Vice Presidents F Walden Forsington Idaho S L Henderson Ontario. J R Anderson British Columbia. Silver cups awarded for best hay and best packed fruit Wenatchee Valley. finest pears Ellensburg. finest assortment North Yakima. Papers read by Smth Walden Linaville Baxter.
A meeting of the real estate association is held this afternoon at the Chamber of Commerce to elect three executive committee members. Current members include former Governor John B. McGraw, R. C. Arakine, and Meary Broderick. none seek re election. Brekine was elected secretary, becoming an ex officio member, and Broderick, a vice president, shares this status. Probable nominees include B. P. F. James and Frank Casa. the third seat remains undetermined.
A. L. Kempster, superintendent of transportation, said Seattle Hie ve operates about 96 percent of cars in the city as thawing of the flume at the Electric Power plant lets it run mainly on its own power. Interurban trains and Renton line are back on regular schedules with Snegusimie Power company supplying the balance. Gas Mantion 6c at Spinsing's expected to retail at 1c.
The Gaapipeth trio Prancieco Mena and Dabner were today sentenced to death by hanging with the date to be set later.
The Interstate Commerce Commission delays its Beatty hearing until Monday after Spokane delays push Commissioners Prouty and Lane to shift venues. Prouty travels to Denver while Lane remains in Tacoma ready to begin Monday morning. Lane’s testimony is expected to focus on car and fuel shortages with further evidence reserved for April Portland hearing.
The city police chief plans prosecutions for physicians issuing prescriptions to obtain cocaine and other narcotics. He aims to drive out all drug users by barring access to drugs once released from confinement, except for approved users in the city.
The Barbers' union celebrates the conviction of M. Benudy of 1516 First Ave under the Sunday barber trade law of 1993. He pled guilty and was fined $16 the minimum, the first such conviction in years as union members vow to enforce the statute.
In Contra Costa county a railway tunnel over a mile long caved in, trapping pit teen miners for at least three eighths of a mile of tunnel. A rescue party of about two hundred men races to reach the imprisoned workers before possible asphyxiation.
From Fairbanks comes word that pans ranging from 4 to 10 dollars have been struck on the Victor group at Vault Creek. Conta brothers were seven thousand dollars to the lead and were about ready to quit when they made one more try and struck a pay streak four feet deep.
Kitsap County Transportation announces the steamer Burton will run Port Blakeley starting tomorrow at 5 p.m. The Florence K. will discontinue iron runs and shift to the harbor bash route.
Seattle Mayor orders arrest of laborer Burnside after he poured corn juice into himself near King Street station. Commander William Hickman Moore of the police coerces action at Great Northern station as Burnsides inebriation raises concerns of victimization by petty criminals.
A brief note lists Tidelandas RnR and Cooper Willis at 479 Colman building, implying values or items considered superior to cash. The fragment mentions names and location but lacks context for full event or action.
The streets committee, given the council nomination of Maloney, Fey, or Wattére, met but did nothing. They claimed the responsibility was too great to shoulder and sent the matter back to the council without action.
Police raided a private house near Maynardav between King Erick and Officers Hughett and Persone at about 2 o clock. No gamblers caught in the act but a fare layout and gambling apparatus were confiscated. Men released due to insufficient evidence but kept under surveillance.
Dr. J. C. Woodworth of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul railroad notified Coroner Car roll that an unknown man was struck and killed by a train at North Bend.
Deputy Sheriff Starwick arrested Theodore Mosteskit in Nanaimo on a Ravensdale grand larceny by embezzlement case. Mosteskit used the alias Frank Hurke and faced extradition to Ravensdale for the alleged crime.
The Rainier chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hosted a 200 guest card party for the George Washington monument fund. The event took place at Christensen's Broadway hall on the anniversary of Washington's marriage.
Store A. L. Mall at 1111 Firet Ave advertises hunting coats sweaters xm cases and cartridge belts for outdoor shoots. The brief notice highlights available outdoor gear and equipment.
Olympia smoke fills early session as Senator Cotterill introduces a bill to require precinct voters with registration to sign rolls before receiving ballots. The reform targets ballot box frauds amid floaters and disputed Lyons votes in King County and Snohomish, with trial implications if challenged. Committee appointments in Olympia promise shifts in revenue taxation and military affairs.
Nome reports congratulatory telegrams to Mayor Moore on appointing J. W. Bringhurst as fire chief succeeding the late Ralph Cook. Messages praise integrity and fitness from Nome and Alberta hotelier F M Collins, noting Bringhurst’s familiarity with department work.
In Bernardino California on January 10 a thief stole fifty five thousand dollars worth of bullion from a Wells Fargo Express car bound for San Francisco. He selected a valuable box during a busy moment, walked away with it, and investigators fear he buried the treasure. Chances of capture are slim.
A federal grand jury in Chicago returned a 142 count indictment against John K. Walsh for fraudulently diverting over $2,000,000 to his personal account on fictitious paper. He allegedly spent the funds on industrial properties including Hillness Southern, Southern Indiana and Wisconsin & Michigan railroads. the Chicago Chronicle reported about $46,090. bank directors reportedly unaware. The clearing house committee recovered just over $800,000 from Walsh's industrial stock bonds.
Game Warden H. Riet arrested Horimedo and T. Masaki yesterday in Bellevue for shooting game birds out of season. One suspect attempted escape. both were handcuffed together and taken to the county jail.
Fragmentary report notes moneyback not a word and describes a mooning moment that stirred chatter around Schill and Stimg's Beat with unclear details.
J A Diemand of Philadelphia Casualty warns Seattle Health Board about the supposed death of William D Meiers who left Philadelphia in May 1906. The board has no record of his death and police investigate. Meiers, 35, with several daughters, was found later working as a barber at the Idaho House on Fifth Ave. He planned to telegraph his mother.
Shawnee Town flooded after a levee gave way this morning as floods threaten the area. The adjutant general dispatched 100 tents to aid residents and relief efforts were requested from the governor.
Guthrie Oklahoma January 14 constitutional convention today adopts sections of the initiative and referendum law similar to Oregon law. Seattle people plan a large sale of $15 sal ts at W B Hutchinaen Co.
The note praises substantial comfort, good tea and coffee, and calls out Schilling's Beet as a featured item. The brief hints at a cafe or dining setting with emphasis on quality beverages and a specific offering.
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