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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1908
Page
7
A dispute at a four room rental escalates as Mrs Camp sues the Barnes family. The complaint alleges three months of harassment including fence damage broken windows and tampering with gas pipes. A hearing is pending with enforcement sought to oust the Barnes from the premises.
An elderly widow says her brother W. Boor beat and kicked her, breaking her arm after drinking for several days. The alleged attack occurred last night when she confronted him in a barn shelter, with a lantern used in the struggle.
An appreciative Seattle audience heard a varied program by the Seattle Symphony Orchestra under Michael Kegrise with Mme. Thorn dy featured. The concert included Berle sumber and the popular Massenet suite, plus Schubert Moments Musical and other works. Tuesday marks the third symphony concert with Eustafieff Ree as soloist.
Olive Wyndham tours amid fanfare as her black velvet hat with gold tissue, ribbon, feathers and diamonds becomes the era’s largest in America. The elaborate creation dwarfs her face in the accompanying photo, drawing crowds to The Man From.
Fragmentary report from Pal Indiana dated January 27 describes controversy within the West of Miners and the Workers of America. W J Hayform serves as secretary treasurer and John bt is a leader of the United organization. The piece references sympathy strikes and disputes over contracts and wages amid illness and evolving union strategy.
A court ruled this afternoon that the extortion attempt by Arnt against William is invalid because Arnt is not within the jurisdiction. The decision notes that William is a citizen of California and the court lacks authority to proceed.
Three young men aided by Arthur Gee of 1365 Yakima Ave admitted the act and killed five small birds on the shores of the Wash last Saturday morning. Gee pleaded to be the ringleader and was fined 19 dollars by Justice of the Peace Carroll.
Health officials report the meningitis threat in the Columbia area subsiding after last week’s scare. Mrs Charlies Knott and her remaining child are improving at Pacific hospital. The sister and her child who first contracted the disease died, and Mrs Knott’s infant son died Friday night. No new cases have appeared due to health department precautions.
The Methodist ministers met this morning at the Tabernacle corner of Sixth and Union. Pr. Warrington presented an interesting paper on "Habit of the Minister Which Hinder Him in His Work," followed by a discussion by some present.
In Hong Kong on January 21 the young King Dey Tan of Annam, the world’s youngest monarch, is crowned in splendor yet haunted by what it all means. France exerts real control, with Annam a protectorate, though nominally a kingdom under a royal council and army.
United Press dispatch from Portland reports continued delays in Oregon land fraud cases after the Hall Maye matter. Judge Hunt schedules a conference with Heney and Hecker, while Hermann and Maye prompt further procedural questions and possible travel to Montana or San Francisco. Franklin P. Maye resumes testimony with routine details.
P Witteon of 190 feet avenue today identified a murdered man found at 501 First Avenue as the person who shared a ride with him last week. Willson viewed the body and said the dead man claimed to be a surveyor who had worked near Seattle and resided in St Louis. He recalled a brown flannel shirt and black necktie and that the man planned to return home soon.
Union men at the Labor Temple report a temporary hardship in the culinary department as meals were served for the first time with limited funds. Several members note ongoing shortages and ask for replenishment to continue daily service.
Labor supporters open a free dining room amid concern for destitute in Seattle. A head cook and staff were hired, seating 6 at tables, with capacity planned for 750 meals daily. Chairman Harry Orchard doubts daily use will exceed 76 people.
Laborer Sam Cavallaro, 37, fell thirty feet from a rear stairway at the Ludovic saloon on Sixth Avenue South. He suffered a broken back and other injuries and was taken to Wayside Emergency hospital.
Three youths Leroy Scofield John Johnson and Frank Fullmore were charged after weeks of alleged systematic stable robberies. Detective Corbett and officers Haubris and Asslund placed them under arrest one confessed. A prosecutor's filing charges burglary and the incident at Joseph Place 241 Fourth Ayworth occurred over four months ago. In Chicago the Standard Oil case against Alton railroad is set for February 6.
Rev. Geo. R. Cairns of Temple Baptist praised the current mayor’s approach to law enforcement at the Baptist Ministers’ meeting. He urged strict enforcement of statutes and noted jury concerns over perjury in cases of clear guilt, arguing bad laws are not corrected by non enforcement.
The county road camp, located a mile and a half south of Youngstown, will not open until tomorrow morning. It will provide accommodations for 70 men. Chief Wappenstein already has details ready.
About 40 applications for work in the camp were noted. This morning all 275 overnight lodgers at the jail were given the opportunity to transfer to the camp but none volunteered.
The quarantine department records 100 diphtheria cases this month with 10 deaths. Health officials warn against spread and urge vaccination and sanitary measures to control the outbreak.
Collins declares George F. Russell is the strongest Republican nominee with business skill and city experience. He cites Russell as a capable treasurer who would lead a clean, efficient administration and cut city operating costs. Campaign events aim to draw a large turnout at Egan's Hall Thursday night.
Apostolic Faith group, known as Holy Rollers, sail to China and Japan expecting divine speech gifts. They find tongues absent, forcing them to hire interpreters while local members call the failure a test of faith and a trial run for divine guidance without language study.
The Seattle city council plans a discussion on purchasing Ravenna Park. The city affairs committee will present a report to the chamber, forming the basis of debate as the park board’s stance on the acquisition is examined.
Mrs J Norris pleads not guilty by reason of insanity for January 30 hearing after shooting case. Navy ships from several states to Bremerton for three months repairs. Nome third beach strikes persist. Bank of Hamilton owners charged with larceny by Abersh ment after bank suspension last November. Lord Estrath cona to visit New Westminster B C next September. Ouida the novelist dies in Via Reggio Maryland after long poverty. Mia Mary Baker G Eddy head of the Christian Science church.
A resident leaves Concord after 19 years to the Chestnut Hill section of Brookline near Boston. Shingle weavers in Helling ham strike over wage cuts. Wallace Daily Times of Wallace Idaho suspends publication after Typo graphical union trouble. Monroe T. Brown, absconding express clerk from Tacoma, is arrested at Helena.
A mysterious early morning blaze at 3 a m caused about 1000 dollars in damage to W Deroses grocery at the corner of 20th avenue and Thomas street. The loss is fully insured.
The police today received a telegram from Richard Allen in Cleveland Ohio requesting that Mabel be contacted or located. The brief note provides limited details and no further actions are specified.
The Mountaineers club delays walk No 27 to next Sunday. Anna Howard leads the event from Bellevue to Phantom Lake and back via Newport Landing, a 10 mile trip. Steamer Wildwood departs Leshi Park at a.m. for Bellevue. A campfire and lunch will be on the beach.
A Levy meeting will be held at Eagles hall Seventh av and Prie st at 7 30 tonight. Several speakers besides Mr Levy will make addresses.
A large assortment of children's coats is displayed on the second floor. One lot marked at half price features White Bearskin outer garments for children ages 1 to 4, a popular material for cold weather wear.
The Suit Department will stock coats for girls over six years in a new store layout. The Children's Section is closing out current stock with plain browns reds grays and smart mixtures satin lined and trimmed with braid and velvet. Prices are a fourth below former reductions. Second Floor.
Imported challis in two grades with fine weave and design on display. Sold at two prices for regular 1.50 quality and 0.86 via silk and wool mix offering delicate coloring and shimmer, suited for children’s frocks and fancy waists. Main Floor.
Removal sale cuts prices on enamel ware with turquoise blue lined bowls and kettles. Bargains include balled kettles, long handled sauce pans, and mottled mixing bowls in six sizes at reduced prices from 65 cents to 49 cents.
Stockholm dispatch describes Gustav V as austere, opinionated and highly capable in statecraft. He married for dynastic reasons to Princess Victoria, later turning away from romance to focus on governance, industry, and commerce. His stern leadership is seen as fitting for crises but may hinder popular appeal.
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