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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1907
Page
8
Washington reports ongoing coast defense preparations with immediate action planned. Torpedo personnel will head to the Philippines in August to mine Manila. Ordnance shipments extend to the Pacific coast as the Navy equips flagship fleets with submarine signal gear and light ships receive submarine bells.
Vancouver reports significant shifts on the international chessboard as tensions rise in the far east. Britain’s plans for Bacchualt naval base are altered and a Philippine government decision to store 25,000 tons of Cardiff coal at Be quimalt signals predegensionary measures.
San Francisco Opera Company presents Dolly Varden at the Grand tomorrow afternoon. Proceeds go to the Seattle Press Club, aiding political city and social affairs. John Cort donated the theater to support the cause and the public is urged to attend this well sung opera for a good city-wide effort.
United Press reports two trains, a Great Northern freight and a Milwaukee freight, collided on a bridge near Minneapolis. Serfess and Fireman Parker were cooked to death and pinned in wreckage. two others injured. The item also mentions rural mail carrier E P Wright still serving RF D No 8 and a Denver Post quip about Chinese burial in Wyoming.
Everett Pioneer members who helped establish the townsite gathered for a meeting to complete their group’s organization. About 160 members are now enrolled as the effort closes on the town’s early governance.
United Press reports Chicago July 23. Joseph Lauderbanerer, awakened by a noise, shot and killed his wife in their home, mistaking her for a burglar. The incident occurred in the dark after he reached for his revolver and fired. Nearby, a Calcutta journal discusses demand for crocodile skins in America and urges natives near crocodile habitats to hunt for skins for sale to American buyers. There is extensive crocodile presence in India lagoons and streams, with many Indians ready to hunt. Batlesship Nebraska at navy yard.
Karl Hall, a Washington D C law professor, was found guilty of murdering Fran Molitor, the wealthy mother in law of Haden Haden. The jury sentenced him to death, triggering public unrest and a feared uproar in the courtroom. Relatives were escorted to their homes as infantry cleared the area. An appeal will be filed by his counsel.
Women with baby carriages now bring folding camp chairs to park squares to sit apart from crowds. They place the chair under a tree and read or sew while the baby rests, creating a new practice not yet seen in Central Park.
Mrs. Ralph W. EB. Porter of Ballard tends seven ill babies from weeks to over a year, saved from doctors' grim forecasts through fresh air, pure milk, and quiet surroundings. Infants come from Washington Children's Home and private parties, cared for in her upper Ballard residence, including the noted Gold Dust Twins.
A July sale by Geo H Wood House Co at 112 University offers large capacity hicharade furnaces with guarantee. Prices start at 65.98 per unit, limited to seven rooms, with call‑in inquiries encouraged to view the selection.
A formal city measure begins steps to establish a municipal asphalt plant. The city engineer is to prepare an estimate of costs to maintain pavement and renew expired contracts. The move aims to create a plant for producing asphalt for repair and for new paving projects.
Mother Norling, 26, was shot dead by a man believed to be her employer Charles Warner at 42nd Street during a crowd stampede. Clerk A K Spicer was wounded as the killer fired into the throng before fleeing to an alley. Warner later fatally shot Joba Wilson in Waverly Place and was detained by a mob after a near lynching.
Walter Latham aged 19 drowned in the Columbia River near Wenatchee after companions failed to notice his disappearance for hours. Harris Trust and Saving Bank declines to purchase 100000 bonds of Walla Walla for a new city hall and fire station as the Supreme Court rules a public officer cannot re
KB N Brooks Co advertises baseball bats available for purchase at 1331 Secondary Street offering durable models for players and enthusiasts seeking reliable gear. The notice highlights a sales location and product focus with a concise call to action.
Sign at will, but appointment must be consulted on acceptancy of the resignation. Case stems from Bremerton political trouble after Grunell resigned from the city council for two years, triggering conflict.
July reports from Broul say Pak Yung Ho elder statesman Yi Do Chal grand chamberlain and four Korean officers are sidelined as ministers claim no army contact. Troops roam streets while Japanese secret service officers are installed throughout the area.
A few second-hand guns go on offer as Hall's at 1111 First Street opens its sale. Potential buyers invited to visit for immediate deals.
Taiko police reserves deploy as three warships approach to land reinforcements for the navy. Troops not expected until 24 and patrols aim to deter mobs that have plagued the coast for two days. A disabled fireman torn by injury may not return to service.
Daniel's tailoring establishment advertises apparel for gentlemen emphasizing style and snap. Summer wear options and trimmings are highlighted with available pricing, inviting customers to complete their wardrobe with refined garments.
Readable fragment notes a large birdseye engraving showing Sound with detailed shoreline features. Context suggests a decorative print, not a map, emphasizing coastline, inlets, and surrounding terrain. No dates or organizations are specified.
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