24 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1907
Page
1
West Seattle's annexation to Greater Seattle is completed with a city ordinance approval. The transfer adds 25,000 residents and brings in 3924.12 dollars cash to Seattle West Seattle finances, warrants, and employee payroll settled as the new regime begins.
United Press reports a revised list of missing after the collision of the Columbia and the San Pedro. Survivors describe boats and passengers unaccounted for, with many tourists lacking tickets. Officers and crew are listed as missing, and a Eureka Cal dispatch details the sinking and rescue efforts.
Francisco July 24 officers of the Columbia arrived by steamer to inspect wreck details. Richard Agerupp testified he relieved First Officer Whit ney at midnight July 20 on the bridge. Captain Doran was present before going to his room, and later returned to the bridge as weather remained forty. At about 12 15 am Sunday he heard a continuing account of the incident.
Four women and six men in a lifeboat describe their attempts to reach Eureka and San Pedro vessels. The Pedro refused to take more aboard, citing crowding, while survivors helped the delirious passenger and praised the women. Relief vessels and an inquiry into the sinking proceed without final word.
Hundreds of women from across Georgia gather in Atlanta on July 24 to push for passage of an absolute prohibition bill. The mobilization signals strong statewide support for ending alcohol in the state.
Captain Hirydsen of the steamer oe reports over 1,000 gill-netters near the Fraser river waging war on sockeyes. The runs are better than expected, suggesting a heavier catch. Captain Brydeen notes trouble with pets on the trip down last night and says they should have Nehta.
The Woodmen of the World ninth head camp session opens at the Grand Opera House with remarks from Hio I. teak head consul and Charlies B. Reynolds. Senator Samuel H. Piles greets delegates and claims reelection, while W. C. Morton responds. Credentials committee named. new hall dedication planned and prize drill contest set for tomorrow morning with judges from U S Army. Entries from across the jurisdiction expected. fund surplus noted at $169,000 to guard against emergencies.
F James a local real estate dealer led a party of prominent residents when arrested by Patrolmen Foraker and Deigh for violating the speed law. James driven to the station, booked and bailed for trial. Passengers included A L Kempster Seattle Electric superintendent Lou Cohen United Cigar Stores manager Joe Cohen his son Phil Ane and George Lorimer. The group reportedly travelled Pike 1 at dangerously high speed.
The Seattle campaign of 1904 saw J. D. Farrell and railroad interests shift allegiances to gain control over city and state politics. Farrell aimed to topple Governor McBride and curb railroad regulation, using Ballinger's mayoralty as a step to prestige. The narrative, drawn from contemporaries, details Farrell's methods with lobbyist Charley Chamberlain and the grand jury revelations, marking a pivotal clash between city administration and powerful interests.
Jen Grant the chauffeur of the Austin that struck William Parsons Sunday in South Seattle was exonerated by a coroner's jury that investigated the case yesterday. The death was attributed to Parsons own carelessness.
A Murray Hill Co booklet by Dr. B. B. Foote promotes romantic views of kissing while warning of its risks. It includes poems jokes and quotations and a medical treatise on transmission dangers. The author advocates a humorous method of sending a kiss by throwing it and surveys new fiber plants like Malva Castella as rivals.
Mint Gertrude Hanna daughter of Charity Commissioner John W Hanna resigns her post with the Dawes Indian commission to the Five Civilized Tribes at Muskogee Indian Territory and will reside with her parents on the east side of Lake Washington.
In San Francisco today ex Mayor Box ton and his wife testified on bribery allegations. Hoxton said he gave $5,000 from Pacific States Telephone and Telegraph to Box ton's wife, who corroborated. Vice President Zimmer refused to testify and got five days in jail plus a $500 fine.
Police drop disorderly conduct charges against Mrs. Harry C. Robinson wife of a St. John’s pastor in West Seattle. She was arrested with an Japanese servant after a Saturday incident but the case was dismissed after City Attorney De Bruler sought a bench warrant and then retracted.
Grafton, W V July 24 three men were killed and badly injured in an explosion at No 2 lick mile A man with a pipe caused the blast Property loss is heavy
Attorney Clarence Darrow contends the case against Bill Haywood rests on weak evidence and hostile public sentiment. He reserves the right to spare Haywood from the death penalty, accusing key witness Orchard of lies and labeling Hawley a state hired hand. Court recessed until 2 p.m. for further argument.
A late day blaze in Victoria caused about 250000 dollars in damage, left fifty families homeless, and burned half of Chinatown and the entire tenderloin. The fire began in a blacksmith shop at Herald and Storeste, fanned by 26 mph winds, with water shortages hindering extinguishment. Firemen rescued two women and dozens escaped narrow misses as flames consumed a district roughly a mile by half a mile between Store and Quadra and Chatman and Herald streets.
A 12 year old girl, Florence De Long, was attacked at a Lake Union camp while alone. she was found semi conscious and choked, with injuries to her throat face and head. Police and a posse search the shores for the suspect as doctors say her condition remains critical but improving.
Louisville report says W. J. Semont, former county clerk, was arrested after a state inquiry found a debt between 45 000 and 50 000 dollars. County Clerk Thompson confirmed the amount and Semont’s detention.
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