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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1907
Page
5
Will equip stations across South Seattle and Queen Anne with five extra hose wagons three hooks and ladders four steamers two Dollers for engines and 12000 feet of hose. Chief Bringhurst promises immediate attention to Ballard and notes budgetary constraints.
Reported clash in the Ibera district between sobiera and rioting peasants leaves many dead or wounded. Troops shell the rioters as an uprising is said to be growing. Exile orders sent to Siberia affect 216 prisoners.
Salary increases from 100 to 300 a year are approved for deputy collectors examiners clerks and other Puget Sound customs service employees. The plan, submitted by the collector, awaits final approval by Assistant Secretary Reynolds with one exception. The increases cover multiple named individuals including Townsend Williamson Payne Loftus Bond Brumery and Greene among others.
George Whitfield Andrews, noted organist and Obertin conservatory instructor, gives concerts in Seattle on July 12 at 2 p.m. at Plymouth Church and July 14 at 5 p.m. at Pilgrim Church. Delta Kappa Epsilon members host visiting brothers with a dinner July 16 at the Firloch Club.
London July 11 Sir William Preece, a leading scientist and president of the British Institution of Civil Engineers, says he has invented a wireless telephone that can hear the noises of the tremendous storm sweeping the sun 000,000 miles away. His device is placed in a remote country location to avoid interference.
Paria, Juil Reiwall, famed bandit Hving, has reportedly extended his influence as Raisuli’s bold operations rise. Sir Harry de MacLean, a Scottish adventurer and ally to the sultan, is said to be negotiating truces while Raisuli’s power grows across Morocco, attracting international attention.
James A. Wood, commissioner general of the Alaska Yukon-Pacific exposition, appears in Jamestown magazine describing the ground breaking ceremonies in Seattle on June 1 for the 1909 fair. The issue includes two and a half pages of advertising and a full page illustration of the Seconday of today.
The secretary of state records show several new filings including L L. C. Playford company of Everett with 6000 dollars. Pacific Airship and Balloon company of Seattle with 300000 dollars. Richmond Realty company of ? with 6500 dollars. Harriman Townalt company of Heattie with 20000 dollars. G H Copeland company of Seattle with 90000 dollars. Pike Send end Gravel company of Seattle changing its name to Pioneer Sand and Gravel company. Washington Fire Insurance company amends its articles to expand lines of insurance.
Thousands of visitors from across Oklahoma and Indian Territory are expected in Tulsa for the Republican convention of the new state. Secretary Test and other prominent officials are anticipated to attend as a full state ticket for the first campaign will be nominated amid lively contests among aspirants. sentiment runs strong in both territories and an enthusiastic reception is planned.
Douglass Elton Fairbanks, long known on stage, married Misa Beth Sutty at Kenneth Ridge. The groom quit acting to win the approval of Danial Sully, the cotton magnate, father of the bride.
Local shop Hall Wa advertises sweaters and jerseys for sale at 1111 Piret Avenue. The brief notice highlights apparel items and the store location for shoppers.
The fancy blouse remains a practical wash load while maintaining a handsome embroidery design. It is described as a useful garment for both maid and matron, promising durability and style.
Educators from many states gathered in Los Angeles for National Education Association meetings with Washington speakers among the notables. Washington figures include BW Johnson of Seattle and A L Yoder of Tacoma. Edwin G. Cooley of Chicago was named president as officers and directors were announced and the new charter adopted.
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