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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1908
Page
7
An affidavit to Judge Griffin details widespread pay phone mismanagement at the Swift drug store on Second Avenue, with 100 answering jacks and 17 925 calls per operator daily. It argues such overload harms patronage, while the Minnesota Druggists' Association considers a remedy.
Clifton and his pet monkey Gene are jailed after a daytime incident at a pawnshop where rings were taken. The actor bailed himself with Gene and later posted $25 for a woman named May Clifton. Police Judge Gordon will hear their cases at 9 30 tomorrow morning.
Honolulu watchers greet the Lartine as the first racer in the trans Pacific event sails from port. The Lartine, 86 feet, long-veeled and starting from scratch, competes against four vessels including Lurline Hawaii Gwendolyn Lady Maud.
The document lists resources and premiums with figures for liabilities and assets. Directors include W. D. Hofius, J. A. Hall, Patrick McCoy, D. D. Fisher, and D. H. Moss, with Hofius Steel & Equipment Co and Grand. in Coast Lamber Co mentioned in association.
England holds a 63 to 4 lead over the United States in Olympic events with Sweden, Germany, France, Greece, Norway, Finland, Canada, Australia also scoring. Russell of England wins the 1200 meter steeplechase final, Eisele of America places third, and Lightbody of Chicago misses qualifying due to knee injury. England adds two more first places as Jones wins the 6,000 meter cycling and Holman takes the 200 meter breast stroke. American discus contenders include Dearborn and Sheridan, with Horr, Jarvinen, and Setilis contributing in other events.
The Pacific fleet including Washington St. Louis Pennsylvania Colorado Milwaukee Tennessee and Charlestown gathers at the Navy Yard for visitors day with ships at pier 2 Yealer war. A Bank of Commerce Seattle condition report lists assets and liabilities totaling 2 626 40 with government warrants and reserves noted. The statement is sworn by cashier Malph and notary Gray Ha on July 5 1908.
In the fancy diving finals Zorner of Germany wins with 86 percent. Beherena of Germany places second at 85 3 10. Walt of Germany and Goedseth of America tie for third with 80 4 5.
Bank clearings for Seattle show today’s total of 1,507,802.01 with balances 261,142.82. Portland reports clearings of 688,472.5 with balances 69,687 and 606,756.
The board of public works opened bids for a fireboat. Williamette Iron & Steel Works submitted the lowest bid at 122,475 dollars. Moran Company offered several alternatives from 163,900 to 180,000 dollars. Twelve bidders participated, but evaluations await architects' segregation of tenders to separate cash items. Preliminary cost estimate was about 128,000 dollars.
City Detective Charles H. Phillipe was granted a one month leave of absence from August 1 to allow an active campaign for the Republican nomination for King County sheriff. He will not campaign while drawing pay from the police department.
George D. Potter Spokane businessman found dead in his room at the Prince Rupert hotel. An autopsy at Bonsey Watson will determine the cause as a small bottle with whitish liquid and pawn tickets for a gold watch are noted. Detective Hudson Adama reports two pawn tickets while D A Doyle claims Potter had substantial cash.
The Wallingford and North Sixty-fifth Street line will start Sunday, running from Wallingford Avenue to Meridian Avenue, then north to 56th, east to Latona, and up to 65th. Admission policy for the exposition grounds changes as construction completes.
The bench of pele worl tong opened bistom Chee Asendicbhncorae cas a municipal asphalt phat for the city. Hidso were received from Heth erington Berner of Indianapolis. F. D. Cummer Son Co. of Cleveland and the Warren As phat Paving Co. The amount of the bids was not made public.
Pastor Richard Bushell of Black Diamond writes to The Star praising Robert T. Hodge as an upright sober fearless and intelligent deputy with a track record in King County. He endorses Hodge for sheriff, stating no partisan motive and confidence in his honesty and capability.
The National Association of Lawyers holds its Seattle convention from August 21 to 30. Activities include Uniform State Laws meetings on August 21, state bar sessions August 24, the American Bar Association reception, a public Moore Theatre meeting August 27, officer elections August 28, and an annual banquet August 29. A Spokane steamer trip for two days closes the program with additional excursions around Seattle. Renowned attorneys are expected to attend and papers promise high interest.
Miss E Margaret Olson of the Columbia College of Muaste announces a dramatic salon performance featuring Miss Elale Lenore Warner at the Woylaton Avenue Unitarian church. Tenor John Milligan and Miss Eleanor H Milligan of Liverpool will assist, with Miss Aileen Tellier as accompanist.
Four more rats were diagnosed as plague infected yesterday by Dr. C in charge of the United States Public Health and Marine Hospital Service. The block bounded by Fifth and Ninth Avenues and Madison and Springs streets now has nine confirmed plague infected rats, with other rats found in a nearby stable believed to have died of plague.
Mayor Miller sends a letter praising Chief Bringhurst and the fire department for their splendid work at the Minekey Building last Monday. The Minekey Building incident highlighted swift response and team effort by local firefighters. The mayor’s note acknowledges bravery and efficiency in containing the blaze.
The item notes C. O'Brien, former Pasco mayor and county treasurer, alleged to be $1,202 short in his accounts amid a pattern of accusations in Franklin County. The Write & Co. firm from Shonttle is cited in a broader context of local financial controversy.
J Y Alexander of Van Asselt Washington remarks on attorney Frank J Sayre and Bob Hodge declaring runs for district attorney and sheriff. He praises their rings of announcements and criticizes county officials tied to terms and the idea of staying in office for legal limits.
William J. Bryan plans a two day stay in Chicago starting July 25 for a subcommittee meeting of the national democratic committee where a campaign manager may be chosen. He will give informal speeches along the route focusing on the party platform and issues. He avoids a special train and travels with only his secretary and reporters. A smoker event at the Algonquin clubhouse entertained guests with vaudeville stunts and athletic events.
M Herrin Co offers 1,000 shares of Double Header at a quoted price in cents per share. Address 610 Jat Ave appears in the notice with the sale details and contact.
Senator Clarence Don Clark of Wyoming suffered a nervous collapse and general breakdown at the Auditorium Annex hotel in Chicago. His condition was serious with life at times despaired, but he later rallied and doctors expect recovery.
Oscar Hammerstein plans a Europe trip to reconcile Melba and Terrazeini, but London reports Melba will not make peace with Terrazeini. The feud escalates as Hammerstein vows to sail for England to mediate, while Terrazeini's refusal to participate in Melba’s concert fuels the dispute.
Six people riding in an automobile were killed when their car was demolished by a Pennsylvania railroad train at a crossing near Columbia City Indiana this afternoon.
Seattle’s 25 banks report deposits up by 2,362,614.48 since May 14 and cash and exchange up by 2,379,116.87 while loans fall by 754,377.92. Aggregate deposits total 60,752,519.70, a peak since August 22, 1907 call.
C. A. Ford reports his mother lost a purse containing about fifty dollars. He believes the purse was left on a counter at the Dobbs and Son drug store located at Third avenue and Union street.
Bids for sites at Everett Olympia and Walla Walla were opened at the treasury department yesterday. A department representative will visit each city to select the site best suited for government uses with price factoring into the decision.
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