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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1907
Page
5
A wreckage tale from a distant naval battle recounts a sailor's death and a woman's grieving response. Laura Donaldson, standing by a photograph of Lieut Cooper of the Georgia, clings to memory as tragedy envelops a quiet harbor town.
General J D Atkinson gives an opinion regarding the 1907 act to the board of county commissioners and to the board of equalization. The measure proposes a form of three members chosen by the first class cities.
StateNews reports planning advances for the new reformatory at Moore City amid local approvals. In Aberdeen Jack Haynes was robbed near town. attackers fled with a tad-al. General Bell asserts light burden for soldiers as Northern brakeman ry Waa ron incident near Everett. A 12-story tower project valued at 107 009 is noted with timelines for completion. Snohomish Riverside and Navy Yard events referenced for context.
Local note reports James W. Yoat, brother of millman A. M. Yost of Eimonds, died here from a long illness. He leaves a widow and three children. burial is planned in Hamonda.
Corporation papers filed with the secretary of state show Eardley Mercantile of Seattle changing its name to Robert Davie & Co. Sobey Manufacturing of Ballard increases capital from 50 000 to 250 000. Farmers State Bank of Hatton notes J D Bassett Riceville FP Clark Hatton J L Tromson and O L Algoe of Spokane as principals. Central Oregon Development Company of Spokane lists 700 000. George
Olympia July 30 Mead names Maurice A Langhorne the fifth member of the Washington state reformatory board. The appointment takes effect from July 25 for a one year term. Langhorne, a Democrat, is Lewis County prosecuting attorney.
Classified item offers modern bath lavatory or sink installation at factory prices. Call G H Brown Plumbing Co at 531 Pine.
The interstate commerce commission will investigate reports that Western railroads are granting passes to individuals not affiliated with entities. The audit mirrors a broader inquiry trajectory affecting transportation and policy.
A refined afternoon gown in dove gray linen with pale lavender dots uses filet lace on the shoulder pieces skirt yoke and girdle dyed to match. Velvet ribbon runs lengthwise the carriage for a slender look. Velvet trimmed sleeves pair with a violet hat in gray pink Dresden ribbon and plumage.
A city council session focuses on a controversial budget item granting 3000 for improvements in one city area and 60000 for others to fund shops stables and living space for city workers. Gill opposition leads to a quick change moving the bill to the committee of the whole and then back to the street and finance committees for review.
George N. Skinner proposes keeping the steamer Monticello on the Galbraith dock to West Seattle ferry route. He offers a larger, commodious vessel built at city expense for permanent city ownership after lease term.
The Moose of the Good Shepherd yesterday took possession of its new house at Green Lake. One hundred twenty five children along with the sisters and teachers left the old home on Ninth Avenue and began life in the new building on North 10th Street.
Everett July 90 report says Manager Warren, head of the Weyerhaeuser mill since its control by the Weyerhaeuser interests, would soon be succeeded by a new manager. No confirmation yet. Warren is a popular Northwest lumberman and Naval Yard Navy Yard figure.
An elderly woman died yesterday in Heeattio at the Ramee of her residence in Kelsatvom where she had been staying temporarily. She had resided there forty eight years.
Fairbanks July 2 Governor Hoggatt arrives on tour across Alaska with Major Richardson of the road commission. The News and Tanana Miner publish lengthy editorials criticizing the governor and his stance on home rule.
Port Townsend council met in special session to propose downtown depot plans to Northern Pacific. The fire last week destroyed the old depot and the city would fund 600 feet of tracks to connect the railroad yard to the city.
Olympic Market announces meat prices cut by half at 118 Pike Street opposite Boo Marche, drawing shoppers to the discount corner store.
Inspectors plan to stop small boats on Lake Washington from operating after dark without lights. Boat owners and launch operators will face enforcement action to ensure compliance with the law.
In Fairbanks Alaska on July 30 miners’ strike ends with mine owners agreeing to the demanded wages and resuming operations. A separate report notes a mother abandoning her baby Everett and a humane officer seeking Mrs Kohler who left the city three days ago.
The Pacific Squadron opens at Higmerton with a surge of battleships and support ships. Nebraska Oregon Wisconsin lead a list including gunboats Boston Albany Charleston Buffalo and the training ship Philadelphia. Teats leave daily at multiple times. round trip fare for children 6 to 12 is half price.
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