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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1917
Page
3
Eugene Levy manager of the Grand theatre which was gutted by fire last Saturday returned to Seattle after a trip through the East He hinted Seattle will get another theatre run on the same basis as the Grand combining vaudeville and motion pictures but offered no further comments
Everett January 25 The State Federation of Labor convention voted to shift the annual meeting to August and discussed initiative and referendum. Proposals include nonpartisan elections for state county and city offices a public defender measure opposition to compulsory arbitration Sunday theatre closing retirement of old employees higher wages for post office staff a state printing plant for free school books saving 25 to 50 percent and paying printers more weekly paydays placarding prison garments in stores oppose auto public service commission and enable port salary acts.
In a preliminary hearing, Robert Ford, a Black man, testified he shot Harry Aggie after Aggie confronted him over Miss Mabel Bell in a room at 655 Main, saying Aggie chased him with a razor and Ford fired in the hall. Miss Bell says Ford shot first before upstairs confrontation.
Edward G. Quigley former Seattle assistant superintendent moves to a similar post in Los Angeles. A bill to appoint a woman to the board of control wins endorsement at the Women’s Good Government league meeting in the Frye hotel. Patrolman Arbogast finds two children ages five and four starting fires in the home of Mrs. James Conaty 192 Minor Ave. Dr George E Vincent head of Minnesota University elected president of the Rockefeller Foundation in New York. Central Labor Council approves President Wilson speech before the senate. Captain A F Pillsbury San Francisco marine surveyor praises Northwest wooden ship work. Port commission authorizes a $12000 extension to the East waterway fish storage plant wharf. Pete Vereiko proprietor of a Tol t confectionery store arrested on liquor sale charge.
Prosecutor Lundin undecided Thursday on exact charges to file against Floyd Morgan and Floyd Matthews, arrested in Ballard after a near bank robbery. He awaits more information before filing.
President Wilson told a Maryland National Security League delegation that the legislative administrative and executive branches are uniting to formulate the best possible military system for the country's defense.
Toronto officials announce the Devonshire hotel a 14 story project valued at 4 million dollars will proceed without a basement. City planning confirms design changes and construction timelines amid urban development plans.
Comedienne Conny Farber headlines performances at the Alhambra this week. The article notes she is lonesome for a racing car, having left one behind in Chicago, and she jokes about finding a vehicle to satisfy her urge to race.
In Tacoma on January 25, Mrs. Rose Albutt was found guilty by a superior court jury of second degree assault for attempting the life of Mrs. Gertrude L. Robertson a Christian Science practitioner. The verdict caused Mrs. Albutt to collapse as it was read. The case followed the 11 year old daughter of Mrs. Albutt recounting a tale of being wronged by a chauffeur employed by Mrs. Robertson with alleged aid and connivance from Robertson.
Mrs. EB B Reeves reports an anonymous man helped recover a purse worth $200 in jewelry and cash. He ran two blocks from Second and Pike to Westlake, refused to give his name, and returned the valuables.
Rome January 25 Pope Benedict fully approves President Wilsons plan to extend Monroe doctrine principles in international dealings an apparently well authenticated Vatican report says. In 1916 the United States imported stones valued at almost 52000000.
A Kenton Pharmaceutical Co description markets Brownatone as a simple comb or brush hair dye that leaves no detectable stain and acts instantly. It promises shades from light golden brown to black and can be mailed samples and booklets for 10 cents. Available through Owl Drug Co and druggists nationwide.
Promote a Seattle dentist claims modern artificial teeth surpass earlier work by leaps and bounds. He argues most people should own two sets for emergencies, offering liberal allowances and credit on old teeth to enable upgrading to his high class dentures.
The article notes dramatic progress in dentistry over 25 years with stronger long lasting bridgework now guaranteed for fifteen years. It highlights porcelain and gold crowns as top achievements and explains three main filling types alloy synthetic and gold, stressing proper cavity prep and material quality.
Discussion notes how tooth loss results from general debility poor circulation and malnutrition, compounded by neglect of dental lesions and lack of prophylaxis. The text highlights systemic health affecting dental integrity and preventive care importance.
The Brown Dental Offices report dental materials have surged up to 500 percent, yet prices stay as they were six years ago. The practice emphasizes high volume, warns patients about imitators, and notes operating hours evenings and Sundays at 713 First Avenue, Union Block.
Immig ration Inspector M. T. Jackson of Winnipes is killed on a CPR train near Windsor after loaning James Stewart a ride to Battle Creek Michigan. Stewart loots the officer's gun from his pocket as they talked. Stewart fled and was still at large. he is also sought for a Madison Wisconsin theatre safe robbery.
In San Angelo Texas on January 25 Harry Spannell testifies he killed Maj M C Butler after Butler, intoxicated, sought Spannell at a hotel to confront him about Spannell's wife. Spannell recalls Butler's lewd request and insistence on meeting Mrs Spannell, while the hotel clerk and Butler's behavior are described. The article notes Spannell's defense and mentions the University of the West extending its library course to a five year bachelor program.
Our preferred stock pays 7 percent on its par value and may be bought at a price that yields 9 percent, with an added bonus in common stock. This is pitched as the year's safest mining investment. For details request our booklet or write Fiscal Agency Mines Development Co. 203 Epler Bldg, 813 Beacon Wyve, Seattle, Wash.
In Olympia on January 25 Representative Halsey moved to postpone the bone dry measure for final action to Monday at 3 30 PM. Halsey said the delay avoids any charge that the bill was rushed.
Men and women can purchase suits and coats with a cash price ranging from seven fifty to thirty dollars. Pay balance at one dollar per week or five dollars per month. Store located at 1113 Third Ave.
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