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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1908
Page
7
Police have not identified the dead man found crushed and burned. Investigators distributed a photograph to surrounding cities and followed tips from visitors. Cigarette stains and travel evidence suggest the victim was a transient killed in a fight among acquaintances. one arrest was made but is believed to be weak.
The case of Rimer EF of Reston versus Rev W G Jones and Immanuel Baptist Church is dismissed after the plaintiff failed to post a $200 bond. Judge Tallman entered a formal order dropping the case from the calendar due to missing required fee and failure of Poole’s counsel to appear.
A note threatening violence with dynamite was found posted at a gate near the residence of the Law and Order league president and two ministers in Georgia. The message warns that the threat is real if the prohibition law activity continues.
Russell supporters claim frugal campaign costs while acknowledging a lack of literature and a reliance on volunteers. The article notes rivals holding frequent public meetings, paying for hall rental advertising and mobile hires, with paid staff expanding expenditures as filings near the city comptroller.
The article notes McCurdy returning amid an insurance scandal inquiry led by Richard A Me, president of a major company. He traveled with a family member and rejoined proceedings, marking his first appearance since early questioning.
The Ruef case saw continued proceedings as witnesses Langdon and a detective stated they know nothing about the whereabouts of certain parties. The hearing before Judge Lawlor was postponed as the court demanded further explanation regarding records.
Jan 25 report says papers rush across the conference as Special Counsel C moves to begin the suit against the Harriman System. A formal statement will be issued later and miners are to be addressed. Also APOLAS reports vote by United Orders of America today on an invitation to William D, recently acquitted in a murder complicity case amid rheumatism and druggist mentions.
Ext Gov Frank Steanenberg of Idaho is to deliver an address before the convention on Monday next, per preliminary notices. The event outlines a formal speech to be given at the gathering.
Night riders attacked Arcadia by masking men who invaded a tobacco telegraph office in Dawson Springs Kentucky. They dragged John Heath a dependent grower to the river and threatened to duck him after he promised more pools. the assailants disappeared leaving no trace.
A black Caracal coat features wide silk braid edging in rich browns and Indian reds. A brown velvet hat is shown with brown wing trim and a gold cloth front accent.
Optical ad from Schuchard Optical Co. highlights cheap eyewear with prices starting at $1.00. Located at 1207 and Av, the notice pitches budget frames as a false economy and promotes the idea that the best value lies in the cheapest glasses.
Police seek John Smith after a worthless check for 18 dollars was passed on Wednesday. The check was drawn in Smith’s favor and investigators alert residents to aid in locating him.
Lieut Russell F Haseard in Detroity court martial faced multiple charges but order from the War Department halted the proceedings. A detachment was sent to San Mateo with a family nearby in Fort Wayne receiving word of the decision. His bride May Masseth appears relieved as the lieutenant heads to Presidio under Funston.
The Central Labor Council reports daily copies of eastern papers with want ads from the Seattle Builders' Exchange seeking open shop brick masons. No Washington Post insert of January 12 was received while notices from Baltimore Buffalo and St Louis arrived. A heated debate rages over the Washington ad as labor factions clash for over a year with builders spending about $10,000 on the dispute.
Arthur Ives, formerly treasurer at the Grand Opera House and Moore Theatre, assumed the post at the Coliseum theatre last Monday. He leaves John Cort’s employment to enter vaudeville under John Donardine. Ives is noted as among Seattle’s younger theatrical professionals. with Manager Duncan, the Coliseum’s future prospects look brighter.
Dugdale, manager of the Seattle club, announced a new acquisition, outfielder Kddie Hammond, recruited from the New England leagues after Boise stats. Hammond is noted as fast and previously managed and played for a semi pro vessel team.
Seventeen climbers died and thirty were injured in the 1907 Alpine season. Avalanches and ice falls on the Simplon Hodmer and St Gothard routes near Lucerne, with dangers on Jungfrau Matterhorn and Aiguille de Charmoy, marked a deadly year amid heat and glacier lake bursts.
R A Alley sues Capt EF Caine in Superior Court claiming failure to establish a passenger and freight steamship line between the city and San Francisco. Alley alleges he secured promises of $1,000,000 in London and spent thousands on trips, salaries, and commissions, seeking 65,500 plus expenses and 7,700 in salary and a 5 percent commission.
Three teenage forgers Howard McNown Andrew Jost and Edward Goldin ages 16 17 and 18 were arrested in Tacoma after admitting passing fraudulent paper in a raid that netted several hundred dollars from merchants over two weeks police say the scheme involved about 15 incidents and a hat believed to be incomplete.
Several marriage licenses issued list John J. Jackie, 27, of Seattle, and Doris Schweng, 24, of Everett. Other entries include Henry Hein, and Annie Steenan, both in Seattle, plus additional couples with varying ages and hometowns.
The regular weekly meeting of the Seattle city party campaign committee will be held this evening at the party headquarters in the People’s Savings Hank building. An effort is underway to secure a new of all the candidate, soaps and health products are mentioned.
Fixed water rates in the First District are due and payable during January 1908 for the first quarter at 116 Prefontaine Place. A fine is imposed if not paid in January. The district covers all city south of Union and East Union at L. B. Youngs, Supt. L and W.
locals near Green Lake Station call a village meeting at Kidd's ball next Tuesday to oppose the removal of the branch post office. They sent a telegram to Senator Piles. the Post Office Department says final action was taken on December 1, and they will seek reconsideration of the decision.
Fragmentary ad copy notes Specialista from Schechard Qytical Co. at 1207 2nd with claims about correct ginsees and wind safety. Readable text hints at product quality assurances and potential misprints in brand spelling.
First Baptist church members will vote Thursday evening on plans to build a tabernacle. Construction work in front of the church has left the building perched above the street with the only entrance in a muddy alley.
The board of United States engineers on an inspection trip will travel tomorrow aboard the steamer Warren to assess the waterway route along Lake Washington between Salmon Bay and the lakes. Members include Col. Smith, Col. Leach, and Col. D W Lockwood, all with extensive river and harbor experience.
Rt. Rev. F. W. Keator of Olympia formed a woman's guild at St. James Episcopal Church Fremont last week. Officers include Mrs. Joseph Smalley president Mrs. Nellie Campbell first vice president Mrs. F. B. Hunter second vice president Mrs. Edna West secretary and Miss Jennie Harrison treasurer.
J Gunistan a 40 year old Fall City merchant was thrown from his carriage in a runaway yesterday. He was taken to Providence hospital with concussion of the brain though officials report his condition not serious.
A coat and skirt suit in dove gray cloth feature band trimmings of heavy lace dyed to gray, deep cuffs and walsetcoat in blue panne, dull gold buttons and trim sleeves. The matching hat is a long backed sailor style of gray taffeta with cloth of gold accents and black and beige wings.
After weeks of work by investigators and committee conferences the Civic Union’s report on the records and standing of office candidates is nearly ready for publication within a day or two. Final committee action may occur this afternoon and the union will restrict remarks to moral character and standing, avoiding political issues. The investigation has been thorough with sources searched and facts to be demonstrated beyond reasonable doubt before any statement is made.
New York reports a Seattle Star exclusive on January 26 noting Mrs Wm Gerry Slade, president of the national society of the Daughters of 1812, laments that society women bear heavy burdens. She declares the society woman is the hardest working and most strained, more so than factory workers, due to endless social obligations.
J C C Felton of Des Moines learns he is heir to Shurttell College at Upper Alton Ul after a wealthy ancestor bequeathed funds to found a college and specified it must revert to heirs after a set period. Felton says he is not prepared to run the big educational institution.
Washington dispatch reports the gunboat Pacadash departed New Orleans for St Marie Haydn to safeguard American interests and stand ready if the revolution reaches Santo Domingo.
Chicago receipts show hogs opened lower with mixed 4.20 to 4.47. good heavy 4.20 to 4.47. light 4.05 to 4.40. cattle and sheep steady. Kansas City reports hogs 56,000 and cattle 500. Omaha notes hogs 6,000 and cattle 100 with no sheep.
The Northwestern Mutual Fire Association of this city releases its annual report for 1907 showing strong gains in insurance in force cash income cash assets and surplus while expenses rise. It notes a substantial savings of over $120 000 for policyholders compared with Board rates and urges property owners to seek their share of the companys profits.
Union Powder Co plans a $36,000 Foreate explosive factory in Seattle within months. The plant will employ many workers and will produce Foreate as a safe dynamite substitute, plus Rex blasting powder. Company offices are in the 1111 American Bank building. stock sales aim to fund a $30,000 factory fund.
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