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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1907
Page
7
In Tacoma July 18 the Northern Pacific Railway admits competition with Seattle improves both passenger and freight trains. A local suits seeks recognition of Tacoma as a terminus. Cross examination wrapped yesterday, hearings to continue this morning with anticipated brief arguments.
Everett officials finalize a Labor day program predicting the biggest anniversary celebration yet. The lineup includes parades and various amusements as organizers prepare activities for the holiday.
In Coeur d Alene on July 18 a home eight miles north on the Rath drum road burned at 2 am. Bam Vassor Jr and Hiram Stephens died in the blaze. An older Vas sor boy woke from smoke and escaped by jumping from a window as the uncle attempted to rouse the others.
PVERTT July 18. County surveyors have started lines for the new state and road that will connect Everett and Seattle. Surveys are along the south side of the city and the project will be the first road constructed in this county under the new road law.
Will Vergin of Silver Beach allegedly insulted 11 year old Kima Hancock and has fled his home. He is said to be pursued by a mob and faces possible lynching if he returns, with locals urged to buy hats at B. N. Brooks & Co.
A series of joint meetings organized by the Ministerial Alliance and organized labor is planned following Rev. J. M. Wilson. The Central Labor Council endorsed the movement and committees from both groups were appointed to arrange the gatherings for discussing matters of common good.
The July 8 charter commission in Everett has started drafting a proposal to the public. It describes Oriental Billard and Pool Parlors at 1416 Thirday with eight new tables and the only 6x10 pool table in Beattie, plus a seating area.
Preparatory steps push the city toward first class, using the Hellingham charter as a model. Important provisions will be adopted with modifications. The public is invited to present municipal theory proposals. A 1909 districting plan has been sent to a committee.
New York July 18. A search notes focus on mining stocks. H M Werrin & Company bankers and brokers 610 First Avenue quote daily on Goldfield and all Nevada stocks. Margin purchases and money advances offered with quotations by special wire.
The Herald reports an investigation of every state penal institution by Governor Hughes. Bold disclosures are expected, revealing urgent reform needs as convicts reportedly file numerous charges. Sing Sing on the Hudson is named as the initial facility to be examined.
Vienna shows 38 inhabitants per acre across 42 503 acres totaling 1 676 000 residents. The data outlines the city’s scale and urban density for planning and governance discussions.
All aboard for the navy yard to view ships including the Nebraska Oregon Wisconsin Chicago Boston Albany Philadelphia Philadelphia and Nipsic. Boats depart Pier 2 at 6 20 8 30 10 am 1 15 2 30 and 4 30 pm. Round trip 50 dollars.
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