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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1910
Page
4
The account describes a fatal hit and run involving a chauffeur known as Frenchy and a man identified as Menar. The driver allegedly struck the victim, backed the machine away, and returned to finish the act, while witnesses recounted the driver’s retreat and the victim’s moans.
Turbulent seas off Europe and the Greek peninsula report two vessels lost amid low pressure systems. Crews are uncertain of total casualties as the storm rages along coastlines.
A fragmented local item from Columbia County describes a strange incident where Mogy’s whistle signals hunger. It mentions a bet, a nurse or caregiver, and a noted wound that may affect the timeline of events. The account cites David Hoel and a window role in a wager linked to appetite and noise.
In Ind suburb a track and club are described as haunted after a family vacancy and strange events. Shocking claims include locked windows, eerie noises, and memories of Roy Emigany with a rumored ten billion mis. Authorities or locals provide sparse details amid confusion.
Fragmentary text notes Sweden and a group linked to trust provisions. Names such as Palmatiorna and Beattie appear with references to baron supervision and certificates of deposit. The passage mentions a proprietor Baloon and a death, but details are unclear.
The Seattle Press Club Dance at Dreamland on February 1 promises original entertainment. Vaudeville stars from local show houses will perform while press club members add scintillating acts. Tickets are selling fast and organizers promise an unforgettable evening.
A. V. Bouillon Republican candidate for mayor addressed about a thousand voters at two meetings in the eighth ward and the seventh ward. He denounced private garbage franchises, urged city control at cost, and pledged to clean the public works board while exposing Gill gang influence and the Hanson plan.
Dr Nicholas Collore a noted blood specialist dies at his Brooklyn home after contracting blood poisoning during surgery on a patient. He kept a vigil with Dr Russell Fowler noting every pain spasm and temperature shift as his fatal march progressed. He died as he attempted to share a new understanding of the illness.
Farmers in Frankfort Kansas threaten a counter boycott against labor unions after a meat boycott they call a direct insult. At a meeting last night they pledged to boycott all goods made by union labor and wage an uncompromising war on unions advocating free trade. Some district farmers ridicule the move.
Resolution from the Federated Improvement clubs of Seattle urges immediate action to build a new Cedar River to city pipeline along a different route, acquire remaining Cedar River watershed lands, and consider a masonry dam at Cedar Lake to protect water supply and attract future factories. The plan also supports funding and timing as deemed advisable by public works authorities.
In Burlington New Jersey a pencil stub from the Naseau Trust Co New York led executor Benjamin Decker to uncover about 10 000 in cash and bonds among Captain Samuel Thompson s estate. The estate from his death at his niece s home may total about 66 000 with half going to a Baltimore sister s husband and the rest to nieces and nephews.
Chicago dispatch reports ex convict Baldy Walsh seeking a chance to earn an honest living after recent release from Waupun prison. He meets Chief of Police Leroy and asks officers to refrain from molesting him if he behaves, detailing his intention to live at 35th and Halsted.
A. Nordell, a logger, vanished from A. Brobeck's home at 116 Jackson street a year ago carrying a small bundle. Described as 4 years old? 14, 7 inches tall with blue eyes and a brown mustache, his Chicago brother appeals for information, fearing foul play. Communicate any information to A. Brobeck at 116 Jackson Street.
Berlin January 27 Kaiser Wilhelm celebrated his birthday by assisting a fainted unemployed man in Tiergarten. He knelt to revive the man then ordered a cab and sent him to a hospital promising to find him work. The gesture followed the day’s national celebration.
J. R. Thompson sues Dr. J B Hagleson alleging his wife suffered permanent injuries from a faulty operation and seeks damages of 26000 dollars.
Paris endures nearly half the city under water as sewage floods houses basements and streets become impassable. Authorities warn sewer repair is improbable for days while relief efforts rise. looting gives way to hunger driven confiscations. stories note hospitals strained and residents resorting to desperate measures.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney John F. Murphy was appointed to represent the state in the case against Ralph J. Leavitt charged with manslaughter. The trial is set for March 7.
Dance event at Dreamland with free admission tonight. Community members are invited to attend and enjoy music and dancing in a festive evening at the local venue.
About 100 housewives in the University district plan to test larders as they pursue a butter sting operation. Albert C. Cheney is accused of selling oleomargarine as government inspected butter at 36 cents a pound, using a shredded outer wrapper while leaving the inner one. He allegedly rented a horse and wagon to obtain large quantities and was reported to the prosecuting attorney after health department complaints. Cheney lives at the Waldorf near Seventh and Pike.
The funeral for former schools superintendent Frank J. Barnard, who died of heart failure Monday night, will be held tomorrow at noon. The service will take place at Charity parish.
The Raven Drug Co on 1416 Second Ave showcases a prescription service model that pairs physician prescribing with efficient compounding to enhance patient care.
The Lace and Embroidery Section lists clearance items in short lengths including Flist Floor Valenciennes Normandy Oriental Venise Laces and nets. Also offered are colored silk nets black and white silk nets white and cream figured French nets tuck ed nets and all overs chiffons mousselines embroidered net bands Swiss and Nainsook embroidery edges insertions flouncings and more.
Tailored suits in brown broadcloth tibeline gray and brown cheviots serges and $12 50 mannish cloths offered at $12.50 and $19.50 with coats 40 and 42 inches long. Skirts are plaited or plain gored and lined in taffeta or messaline. Also clearance on Evening Capes and Coats in broadcloth and satin at $10.00 and $24.00.
Broken lines of children's coats priced for clearance include sizes 6 to 14 years. Styles are full length double breasted with box or semi fitting backs and sateen lining. Prices listed at 4.50 and 7.50.
The past month’s accumulation of remnants in White and Colored Wash Goods, Sheetings, and Table Linens is marked at low prices to insure quick disposal. The collection includes Colored Wash Goods in many weaves and colors, Flannelettes, Outing Flannels, Apron and Dress Ginghams, Sheetings and Muslins, Cambrics, Lawns, Dimities, Madras, and Table Damasks.
The Basement Salesroom introduces lower priced carpetings rugs linoleums and matting with midrange items. All wool art squares and union art squares offered in various sizes at low prices along with granite art squares and Japanese china mattings priced per size. Linoleum remnants and Bissell carpet sweepers also featured at bargain rates.
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