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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1907
Page
8
The June 10 proceedings before Judge Chamberlin in Concord NH mark the first time since the Christian Science church split that Mrs. Eddy, though absent, had motions filed by her attorneys. The motions seek a ruling on whether her interests are protected and anticipate a master will be appointed to evaluate her mental condition.
Former Congressman Hiigham H. Roberts told a large Salt Lake audience he remains a Mormon and will not give up his wives. He spoke five hours denouncing those who opposed his seat in Congress.
Secretary Taft decides the eight hour law covers Alaska road work as public United States labor. The ruling treats Alaskan road projects the same as federal jobs elsewhere.
The fire and water committee presents an ordinance to authorize the board of public works to construct a new henue on lot 73 block D T Denny's third addition in North Seacthe.
W. D. Cheney and Gardner Kellogg spent a day on mountain streams and caught 135 trout in total. They returned with the catch to Mercer Island, providing Sunday dinner for the household.
Mrs Leane Carter delivers a compelling performance as Du Barry to a cordial native audience. Her bold methods captivate despite unconventional style, with the play supported and adequately mounted. Zaza and Nellie the Beautiful Cloak Model are also presented by Owen Davin and Burgess company with strong melodrama appeal and engaging comedy.
The Hogus Prince at the Lyric closed abruptly as the manager announced refunds to patrons after the performance stopped due to the leading comedian being ill and the company facing poor shows.
The Lyric will remain closed and dark after a shooting incident until a suitable funding bill is arranged to reopen the venue.
Chicago report states J Ogden Armour is constructing a 2 million dollar palace on the divide between the Desplaines and Skokie rivers for his daughter Lolita Armour. The project aims to create a landmark residence reflecting Armour family wealth and status in the 1920s era.
Lolita, the girl who never walked, gains mobility after a pioneering operation by Dr Lorena of Vienna. The palace grounds will be girded by a 900 acre estate of wooded prairie with a lake chain, a river, and a miniature rath road.
The telephone system at the rifle range connected targets with firing stands and was tested yesterday, working correctly. The shooting season is well under way.
Miss Irma Farrar files plans for a three story apartment house at 814 Columbia costing 20000 dollars. Saunders and Lawton are the architects. Mrs George H. Shea and family of 2016 Boylston wish to thank friends for kindnesses shown on the death of George H. Shea.
Several waist styles are offered in lawn and linen fabrics with extensive lace, embroidery, and plait details. French lawn waistlines feature Persian and Valenciennes lace, Swiss embroidery, and hemstitching with regular prices around 2.50 to 2.75, now marked down to about 1.98 and 0.91 for select delicate pieces.
One day only price of 19.50 for a Demorest Drop Head sewing machine with solid oak cabinet and five drawers. Includes full attachments and instruction book, easy operation, ten year guarantee, cheaper than regular installment prices of 60 to 75.
Tuesday special offers Negus striped tapestry couch covers 66 inches wide with Oriental styling and heavy fringe. Priced at 2.50 per cover, reduced to 1.48 for one day only. covers are three yards long with full width and rich dark color schemes.
Special for Tuesday a new lot of Hattenberg lace trim med linen scarf and center pieces. Scarfs measure 36 to 54 inches and center pieces 27 to 36 inches in various patterns. All $2.00 and $3.00 values priced at $1.60 each Tuesday.
Special sale for Tuesday features lace inserts up to five inches wide in dainty floral and scroll designs. Net top with scalloped edges suited for trimming fine wear. Priced up to 20 cents per yard. Limited to one day at the store.
H Sehafer a line man for the Inde ont Telephone company fell from a pole near Everett and Twenty sixth late Saturday and suffered a severe head injury. He was taken to Providence hospital where his head was found to be badly cut and bruised. His companion was four blocks away and unaware until returning to find him unconscious. William B Houghton sought a wedding license but lacked age. guardianship was arranged for consent. Mina Josephine Janack became Mrs William K Houghton after the preliminaries.
Port Townsend June 10 The notices to mariners by the U S Hydrographic Office are to be discontinued. They include information on new lights buoys and signals and warn masters of vessels about newly discovered rocks and shoals. Shipping men say the notices are more needed with the large merchant marine.
Washington January 10 There was no time to send the securities for certain railroads building in the Philippines to the lands and back. Frank Hrannaban treasurer.
An official reports a hurried arrival to sign 10 000 documents, aimed at completing the common task swiftly. The pace reflects urgent administrative demands and a tight deadline for paperwork processing.
Memorial services were conducted at the Maccabees temple hall by Oriental Court No. w Tribe of Ten Hur. The ceremonies featured a vacant chair draped in black for each deceased member, reflecting a somber tribute.
In Washington on June 16 officials held a four hour meeting with Be fore Secretary Telt before his Northwest tour. No definite campaign methods were disclosed.
Aunt Betty mocks a niece’s photograph calling it full dress as Uncle Hesekiah jokes it looks runnin over. The item recalls a Kansas City Times line while a separate note mentions German army mattress shavings as soldier comfort, claiming a filling lasts three years.
A San Francisco report notes a surge in bottled beer consumption amid temperance sentiment. The piece cites a Friday night fire at Frieco destroying Dryant property between Berenth and Miahth with damages around 206,000 dollars. It discusses American beer Luxu s and phrases from an Internal Revenue Bureau official on alcohol trends.
In a grateful note the organizers express appreciation for generous aid during financial difficulties. They acknowledge hundreds of new friends made during the sale and urge every participant to remember The Fair and continue patronage in the future.
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