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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
3
Report notes dangerous driving between Madison and near an alley on 17th Street, with speeds around 80 to 60 mph endangering lives including children. Witness P K Weed claims they must watch for speeding autos in the area.
A fragmented note describes Boulevard signing by West Seattle residents backing the Spring Hill Improvement Club. It mentions a plan to build near the Park Natatorium site and a venue open through the evening.
Misa Predree Calvert Ansel, daughter of South Carolina’s governor, christened the new battleship South Carolina. The ship slid from the ways amid cheers as river craft tooted, with the vessel described as the navy’s most formidable once completed. Its waterline armor runs near the main deck, length 450 feet, speed 18 knots, projected cost about 7 million dollars.
Heavy rains and cool weather in Bellingham halt further Fraser River rise. Mooded district reports indicate water levels may recede today as the weather shifts to another hot spell.
Festival floats depart Pier 2 at Yealer Way with a list of timed departures including early morning and evening slots. Times shown appear irregular, ending with Sunday 7:30 pm.
New York July 15 a Merced auto driven by Stephen W Anderson sped for over three miles at about 30 mph on Ocean Park Way with a dead man at the wheel. Anderson died of a sudden hemorrhage. three friends aboard are being sought as coroner investigates the fatal journey and attempts to avoid publicity. A mounted officer pursued the car and the second driver halted it after a woman passenger alerted him.
The Mascot at the Grand is a clean cut comedy with new scenery and rich coin turning. A Daughter of the South continues as Seattle's English speaking drama. Next week features Midnight in Newark. Zazel Vernon pantomimists Elsie Ridgely and Co. and Manuel Romain headline at Star theatre. Mile Techow’s troupe headlines at Pantages with Rialto Quartet. The first talking motion pictures premiere at Lois today with matinee and continuous showings 7 to 11 this evening.
Congressman William Sulzer of New York urged Alaska self rule as he travels by way of Seattle to the northern mining town bearing his name. The entourage includes State Senator Wittens Armstrong who led the life insurance committee. In Vienna Nathan Rhanes, a New York millionaire, donated a pasteurized milk plant to aid the poor and improve milk sterilization.
Congressman W. Humphrey urged fortifications for Puget Sound to guard channels and inner harbors. He warned that a foreign foe could seize the navy yard at Bremerton and use rail routes to occupy the Sound region quickly.
Maringo the Georgetown Italian will meet Abe Attell in a 15 round world featherweight title bout at Sand Point Idaho on July 27 promoted by Johnnie Reid. The purse is guaranteed at 1500 with a 122 pound ringside limit. Maringo is a Seattle veteran who once battled Battling Nelson and is confident but Attell is expected to dominate before the limit.
Springfield society awaits as millionaire R P Dickerson threatens to burn social events in response to a sensational divorce filing by his wife. The couple, once seen as happy, faces a domestic row fueling widespread speculation in the community.
Santa Barbara dispatch reports Ivan N. Searle accused of assaulting Blanche Key, a 16 year old rancher’s daughter. Meanwhile Woodmen of the World Seattle Camp No. 68 moves to erect a three story camp building on lodge property at Mercer and Pine at an estimated cost of 75 thousand dollars.
A. L. Kroger, a chauffeur, was fined $50 by Police Judge John K B Gordon for driving at excessive speed on July 3 after he plunged through the railing of the Fourth No. 8 bridge.
Madrid officials announce Spain will award contracts for a new navy to Spanish builders. The fleet includes three armor cruisers of 156000 tons each, three destroyers of 360 tons, 24 torpedo boats of 100 tons, and four gunboats of 400 tons, replacing vessels lost in the war with the United States.
In San Francisco Abe Ruef faces renewed trouble as assessors plan to tax signers of his bonds based on year end sworn statements. Tax increases ranging 50 to 100 percent threaten many bondholders with large increases, including a signer whose unsecured property tax rose toward 15,000 dollars in cash. Ruef expresses worry as signers demand he pay the difference.
Strains weak eyes. Our specially ground glasses relieve the strain and strengthen the eggs. Schuchard Optical Co., 1207 Becond ave.
Captain Hewes, purchasing agent for the Panama Canal Commission, said Pacific coast dealers will not be considered for commissary purchases unless Col Goethals provides contrary word today. He blamed poor Pacific steamship service for the decision.
All cruisers of the Big Four squadron led by Rear Admiral Sebree the California the South Dakota the Maryland and the West Virginia are at Vallejo undergoing repairs for their upcoming summer voyage to Samoa.
A L Hall Sporting Goods offers special discounts on all baseball items in quantity. Located at 1111 First Avenue the store advertises bulk pricing for teams leagues and bulk buyers.
Ohio Dentists promotes the alveolar process as a painless alternative to plates or bridges. A letter from Vancouver Washington in 1908 praises quick, nearly painless work in two visits, with teeth as firm as natural. The ad invites readers to request a free examination at 307% Pike Street.
The Pioneer Piano Establishment at Third and University reports a rush of buyers for high grade pianos damaged only in cases. Prices cut from 310 to 120, 376 to 218, 425 to 288, up to 496, with many models guaranteed and money back not offered. D. B. Johnston Co. urges prompt visits to dispose of stock.
Preparations by the Interstate Commerce Commission and test teams aim to show a new device that acts as a lookout at each railroad block end. If a train ignores a stop signal, the device engages air brakes and stops the encroaching train. Inventor Georgine Woratine of the Tennessee Central leads the concept.
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