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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
7
City council members clash over a contract scandal as graft talk intensified. The debate and party lines split votes, with Armstrong and Maxm in opposition and a looming Monday session expected to test loyalties and ward interests.
July 1 Emperor Wil bestowed the order of With ribbon on Miss Grace Nathae daughter of the Stetnay in Silesia. She rescued Nathae during a river accident on the Odeg after an air belt burst. Davenport received a related token from King Edward for her aid and friendship with the rescuer.
A man faces charges of desertion after failing to provide for his family. The case was brought again to the prosecutor as the wife reports the incident. Deputy Sheriff in Black Diamond handles the matter and the general hospital stipulations are cited.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a reference to M. Herrin and a sale of 690 dhares with unclear currency or units. Names and context are garbled, limiting concrete facts for a proper public notice.
A Republican nominee for Minnesota governor draws attention for eating pie with a table knife. The lighthearted piece portrays Jacob Jacobson as steadfast and fearless, mocking critics and emphasizing his plainspoken style and resolve.
United States Democratic leaders announce Chicago as the campaign main HQ with a New York branch. Urey Woodson of Kentucky says contributions from corporations or over ten thousand dollars will be discouraged, and names of contributors may be published. Woodson and Thomas Taggart plan permanent offices and campaign arrangements.
Financial bulletin listing clearings and balances for Tacoma today with totals including 8 635,290.00 and 42,635.00 clearings, and overall balances 1,168,152.00 and 662,213.00.
During a Monday fire at the Hinckley block Beconday and Columbia streets, 14 rooms were broken into by Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co employees and the Independent Telephone Co staff. Telephones were taken and a rug and furnishings stolen from Dr Annie K Russell of 414. Earl Young recovered a Panama hat, a derelict derby was found, and police began investigations to recover other missing items.
John W. Kern preparing to depart for Indianapolis faced questions from reporters. He acknowledged he is Thomas Taggart’s attorney and, with a smile, said Indiana lawyers cannot expose their clients. He added that everyone in Indiana knows his relation and holds no prejudice.
Leming of Sweden won the final javelin with 178 feet 7 inches. Bonitsa of Greece took second at 168 feet 6 inches. H Lee of Norway finished third at 163 feet 1 inch. In the three tone team run Deakin of England led in 14.739 seconds with the American team second and France third. England’s team included Wilson Robertson Deakin Coates and Coates. American roster featured Bonhag Dull L. Trube and Harvey W. In the 660 yard bicycle, Johnson of England won in 61.15 seconds with Bagel of France second and Numaro of Germany third. Belgium beat Motland 8 to 1 in water polo.
Harri E Hardy, widow? No, wife of Chartea H Hardy a real estate salesman, files complaint with prosecutors alleging desertion and mismanagement of $16,000 left by her grandfather. Contends Hardy squandered the inheritance since their marriage.
McGregor Campbell a fisherman attempted to take his own life by swallowing several Wichbride tablets at Fishermen's headquarters 63 Wall Street shortly after 11 o'clock at night.
Attendants at Providence hospital reported Howard J. Kent, engine company No. 1 driver, has an excellent chance to recover after smoke inhalation during Monday’s Hinckley block fire. Pneumonia has affected both lungs but Kent’s condition shows improvement. Fireman A V Hegg of the same company remains serious but could recover. Fire Chief Harry W. Bringhborat places total fire loss at 47260.
A. D. Roche former manager of Seattle Tea and Coffee and Mercantile Co petitions the court for receivership over the firm for back salary and stock sale commissions. Olympic Oil Co seeks a receiver for Queen City Motor Car Co alleging $200.75 worth of gasoline oil sold with $199.75 unpaid.
John Ward, son of Mr and Mrs J A Ward of Dawamieh, was run down by an automobile on July 6 and badly injured. He is now recovering.
A massive blaze in the Santa Maria oil fields near Orcutt Santa Barbara County destroyed about 500000 barrels of oil and caused property damage estimated around 200000. The fire continued to rage early today as responders battled the flames.
The Governor completed the run from Victoria to San Francisco in 49 hours at an average speed of 15.5 knots. The vessel carried 300 passengers and 2,100 tons of cargo, surpassing the President's trial trip record.
United States Judge Kohisaat declared illegal all contracts between newspapers and railroads requiring payment in advertising for interstate mileage. The ruling followed a test case brought by the Chicago Indianapolis Louisville railroad company.
Roy Kelley admitted in his confession that he stole one suit of clothes one pair of shoes and a razor from the Northern Pacific section house at Mitby He was brought to Seattle today and charged with burglary.
Captain Pred W. Braun of Truck Company No 2 sustains ankle wound while fighting a blaze in the Hickley block Monday afternoon and will be off duty for several weeks.
Rales W. Emerson, an advertising agent with offices in the Arcade building, was arrested last night by Patrolman L. P. Larson on a warrant charging him with larceny. Libel witness alleges Emerson embezzled funds on February 1908. No date set for preliminary hearing.
The Seacoma Company promotes luxuriously appointed campsites priced at $20000 with zero down and monthly installments. Water is piped to each lot and boats are provided. Beach amenities include Sunday plans and enhanced facilities for campers.
Boat times listed for battleships and boats depart Pier 2 at Yesler Way with daily and Sunday runs. Times include 6 50 7 20 9 00 10 00 11 20 am and 1 16 1 40 2 00 4 00 4 39 6 pm plus Sunday 7 3¢ Dm.
Henry Reuterdahl was a guest of President Roosevelt. The visit followed public criticism of the navy. Reuterdahl discussed the article with the president and highlighted the criticism's basis.
Svakeergs of Sweden won the first heat in 26 minutes 46 16 seconds on the flat track, establishing a new record. The French team of chikies and Auffray captured the 2000 meter tandem final in 3 minutes 7.36 seconds.
W. J. Smith known on the waterfront as Shanghai Smith was fined $26 by Police Judge John B. Gordon this morning after it was found he was drunk and disorderly and allegedly beat his wife a few days ago.
Lydia B. Fills testified she hired two detectives to trail Charles W. Ellis and report against him as she seeks divorce and child custody. She accuses infidelity and non support while Ellis works as head janitor of the Globe building. Separately J. C. Morten seeks a peace bond against neighbor L. E. Lemar to permit moving a building on his property.
Washington July 15 Mrs Winthrop Murray Crane wife of Massachusetts senator abandons social duties to study social problems affecting women and children in New England mills. Her reform stance centers on improving conditions for workers through employer responsibility as she separates from Washington social life and raises her son.
In a private Paris park two women, Mile. de Namins and Mile. Andree Alaza, fought a five round sword duel over a unnamed young man. Alaza fainted after a minor wound and doctors warned against further fighting. the pair left as bitter rivals.
San Francisco reports a nationwide boycott after the Tateu Maru incident. Japanese merchants lose at least 5.9 million dollars as Chinese opposition spreads via letters, circulars, and souvenir envelopes. Chinese and Japanese traders refrain from cross trade while white merchants profit.
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