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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1908
Page
1
Fragmentary report claims Gomiy commissioners used road apparatus to influence votes while anticipating a 1909 Elks reunion in Seattle. Details are unclear but the charge centers on municipal officials leveraging public works to sway ballots.
Fragmented report notes the county commissioners and candidates debating road funding and materials. Critics argue gravel costs vs crushed rock options, with figures like 2.75 dollars per yard cited and references to local roads near Fail City and Will City. The piece hints at campaign leverage in the election and the impact on farmers accessing markets.
The piece criticizes Commissioner Rutherford for a weather driven stance and labels his approach a contract like sham. It argues the county commission operates under a gentlemen's agreement allowing each member to spend freely in their district without check from peers.
An ordinance to protect foods eaten as purchased requires glass cases for fruits candies and other items sold from open counters. Proposed by Dr J B Crichton and Councilman Murphy aims to enclose candy stands and enclose production areas to reduce dust and germs.
In Carson City Nov 13 Martin R Preston serving a 25 year term for murder is nominated by the Bo Cianet Labor party for President of the United States at a New York national convention. The act follows an alleged self defense verdict and a Goeldfield New restaurant killing linked to a boycott dispute.
Dallas July 13 United Press Nearly all delegates elected to the annual national convention of the B P C Ells were present as sessions opened There are 106000 visitors in town John K Tener grand exalted ruler of the order gave the principal address The program leads to the business meeting at Fair Park Auditorium tomorrow An elaborate meal for 46000 will be served at the close of the business session Seattle is favored for the 1910 convention
In Atlanta on July 13 a Georgia legislative committee debates a wide range of topics from fashion aids to cosmetics and artificial teeth. George Glenn of Whitfield proposes a bill to declare any marriage resulting from artificial attractions offered by the bride as null and void, signaling a dramatic stance on marriage validity.
Harry Kendall Thaw will remain at the Poughkeepsie jail until September third Monday without a jury trial on his mental state. Justice Mills adjourned the hearing with no decision, Thaw calling the delay a temporary victory and expressing hope for freedom. He prefers the Sheriff’s quarters and the jail environment to Matteawan asylum.
Chicago July 13 Miss Ma Potle was barred from a beach resort for wearing a one piece bathing suit. The manager asked her to leave the water and change her costume prompting a crowd reaction as notices of the new rule spread. Miss Potle’s figure and the suit drew attention from spectators.
The excursion steamer Spokane under Captain Thomas is due in port tomorrow morning carrying $386,000 in Alaskan gold.
The water department warns sprinkling may be banned to avert a growing famine as reservoirs stay depleted. Supt. L B Youngs blames water hogs for wasteful use and vows stricter enforcement, more inspectors, and fines for violations to reduce fire risk amid hot weather.
Mr and Mrs Thomas 8S Lippy Mrs A F Anderson and Misses Mattie Rose and C Hulse drove in a six cylinder Franklin from Baltimore starting June 1. They arrived in Seattle July 2 after crossing the continent with friendly stops. Roads were fine except Iowa rain and they shipped the car from Denver to Seattle then went to San Francisco by rail before returning to Beattie.
Chicago July 1 1908 analysis notes that voters shaped conventions by pressing for explicit demands. It argues for more independent delegates and primary activity, contrasts Roosevelt and Bryan, praises Taft while noting conservatism, and warns of machine politics. It envisions a potential third party from public pressure.
Wu Ting Fang the Chinese minister to the United States published eight rules he says help a person reach 200. The stipulations include two meals daily, no meat, rice wheat bread and fruits, no coffee tea or alcohol, no salt, thorough chewing, no drinking with meals, and regular breathing and moderate exercise.
Government observations show the hottest night of the year in Seattice with a minimum temperature of 64.6 degrees. The report notes residents largely did not sleep well Saturday night due to the heat.
United States general appraiser G F P Macher from New York opened a two day session this morning in the offices of Deputy Collector Ross G Chesnut. The hearing will hear protest cases and general appraisement matters for the Puget Sound District.
Commodore Moran aboard the yacht Muro rescued Chas. K. Haratiton, a young aeronaut, who plunged from a height into the sea in a balloon mishap yesterday afternoon. Haratiton narrowly escaped being carried out to sea as a strong wind drove the balloon offshore.
A petition urging stricter enforcement of the Sunday closing law, especially for theatres, will be circulated through Seattle churches. Rev. Thomas E. Elliott Rev. Carl J. Kallgren and Rev. E. L. Benedict were tasked to draft the petition and collect signatures. The pastors also aim to secure the 1909 Epworth League convention for Seattle.
Taft spends the day in his study dictating the acceptance speech for the Cincinnati nomination as Republican candidate for president. He will refine the outline over a week and target brevity while denouncing Bryan as demagogic.
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